Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
September
Cayman Madness, Grand Cayman
- This diving promotion includes
everything from underwater treasure hunts to barbecues. Sponsored by
Bob Soto's Diving, the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, and
Cayman Airways. For more information, call
800-BOB-SOTO or see
www.caymanmadness.ky.
SITA's Brac Wreck Bash, Cayman Brac
- This event celebrates the an-
niversary of the purposeful sinking of the MV
Captain Keith Tibbetts
, now
a favorite wreck dive site. The event lasts the entire month with special
events that include live music, dances, contests, and special discounts.
Annual Rotary Fishing Tournament, Grand Cayman
- This event
attracts many top anglers; the tournament is now in its 28th year. For
more information, contact Sonny Boy Bodden at
345-949-8222.
October
Pirates Week
- Held annually at the end of November; see page 37 for
details.
Atlantic Supply J22 Ladies Regatta, Grand Cayman
- Showcasing
the ladies of the Cayman Islands Sailing Club (which might possibly have
the largest percentage of female racers of any such club on the globe), this
event is not to be missed. For information,
345-947-7913.
December
Christmas House Lighting Competition
Arrival of Santa Claus
, Owen Roberts International Airport
Rotary Christmas Tree Lighting and Carols
, George Town
Getting Here
By Air
You'll arrive in the Cayman Islands at Owen Roberts Interna-
tional Airport, a stylish facility that resembles a Polynesian
structure. The principle carrier into this port of entry is
Cayman
Airways
(
800-G-CAYMAN; www.caymanairways.com), a national car-
rier with flights from Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Houston. Flight time to
Grand Cayman from Miami averages 70 minutes.
Service is also available with
American Airlines
,
Continental Air-
lines
,
Delta Air Lines
,
Northwest Airlines
,
USAirways Interna-
tional
, and
America Trans Air
. Additional carriers include
Air Jamai-
