The Cayman Islands are a world-renowned scuba diving destination, offering crystal-clear waters, dramatic wall dives, and thriving marine life. Located in the heart of the Caribbean, this trio of islands—Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman—boasts over 350 dive sites, including famous spots like the Bloody Bay Wall, the USS Kittiwake wreck, and Stingray City. With excellent visibility and warm waters year-round, divers of all levels can explore breathtaking coral reefs, vertical drop-offs, and an abundance of marine species, from sea turtles to eagle rays.
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a shallow shore dive or an experienced diver seeking deep walls and caves, the Cayman Islands cater to every adventure. The region’s strong conservation efforts, including several marine parks and protected zones, ensure a healthy underwater ecosystem teeming with life. With world-class dive operators, luxury resorts, and a laid-back island atmosphere, the Cayman Islands offer an unforgettable diving experience in one of the most pristine marine environments on the planet.
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So far, 2017 has been a remarkable year for the Southern Cross Club in Little Cayman. First, the online travel site TripAdvisor.com named the resort to its top 25 in the Caribbean in two categories based on customer reviews: Best Hotel for Service and Best for Romance. Adding to the awards, administrations manager Neil van Niekerk was named an “Emerging Hero in Tourism” by the Cayman Islands government, and resort owner Peter Hillenbrand was recognized for his “Long Service to Cayman Tourism.”
In January, Red Sail Sports customer John Nagy from Jacksonville, Florida completed his 13th dive vacation with Red Sail Sports — he made his first dive with the company 30 years ago, shortly after Red Sail Sports opened its doors for business. Nagy, a first-time visitor to the Cayman Islands, checked into the then-open Hyatt Regency Grand Cayman and boarded Red Sail’s dive boat for an experience that he found hard to leave.
Dive and hospitality pioneers Bob Soto and Ms. Hebe Connors (Briggs) were honored by the Cayman Islands government as early tourism heroes in a January celebration in George Town’s Heroes Square. Several hundred people were recognized as tourism contributors, but only a few were distinguished as heroes of the industry.
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