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Like any other Caribbean islands, Grand Cayman is an enthralling blend of the indigenous and the modern, where urban sophistication lies along with hammocks, white sand beaches and stingrays. You may travel the world and come back to the Cayman Islands only to realize that no other place in the planet can accomplish this balance with such ease. You can always read books about the Cayman Islands, but you cannot rely on your books alone if you want to experience it. The first thing you should do is to book a flight to Grand Cayman.
Grand Cayman’s Owen Roberts International Airport is located at the eastern part of Georgetown. In September 2004, Hurricane Ivan caused severe damage to the airport, which is a structure that contributes to the growing economy and tourism industry of the country. Without the airport, tourists can't reach the Cayman Islands. Not to worry though, because the Cayman Islands Government had renovated and expanded the airport to make sure that the flights you are planning to book will never go to waste.
Flight from the United States to Grand Cayman
The Cayman Islands is as accessible as any other island in the Carribean. Here is a list of the places in America where you can come from and the corresponding travel time between the state and the island:
• Miami to Grand Cayman – 1 hour, 20 minutes
• Houston to Grand Cayman – 2 hours, 45 minutes
• Tampa to Grand Cayman – 1 hour, 40 minutes
• Atlanta to Grand Cayman – 1 hour, 30 minutes
If you are booking a flight from any of these places except Miami, you are most likely going to have a stop-over. Nonstop flights come from Miami, so it is highly advisable to use Miami as your gateway to Grand Cayman to save time and energy. To take more control of the time of your flight from the United States, fly with Cayman Airways which flies three times a day from Miami, three times a week from New York, and five times a week from Tampa. You may also fly to the Grand Cayman from Washington D.C. or from Chicago with Cayman Airlines through a seasonal service.
Flights from Canada to Grand Cayman
Flying from Canada gives you a limited choice of airlines, but the flights are nonstop. A good plan is to fly from Toronto to Georgetown via Air Canada. You will find yourself in Grand Cayman just four hours after boarding the plane.
Flights from United Kingdom to Grand Cayman
British Airways flies from the Heathrow Airport in London to Grand Cayman four times a week. Those who are booking with British Airways are going to have a short stop over in The Bahamas. You can also fly from London to Miami via British Airways and just take a continuing flight to Grand Cayman with Cayman Airways. Flights from London to Grand Cayman usually last for up to 10 hours.
Arrival at the Owen Roberts International Airport
It's easy when you get to Owen Roberts International Airport because you can just take a taxi or rent a car to your resort. If you are staying at any of the resorts or hotels along Seven Mile Beach, your taxi fare will be around $15. While rates are posted on the cab, you should still verify the fare with your driver before you accept the ride. If you feel that it is more convenient to rent a car, you can rent one from any of the car rental companies at the airport. If you are driving, you need to have a temporary local driver’s license. The fee for this type of license is below $8 and can be obtained from the rental company.
Bring all necessary documents with you, like your passport and visa, to avoid problems at the immigration counter. Customs can be very strict and may require you to prove that your booking with a hotel has been confirmed. Officers may also ask for your return plane ticket. Enter the Cayman Islands hassle-free by keeping all travel documents in your handbag.
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