Here are the top five reasons why we prefer to celebrate our Christmas in Cayman!

1. The weather

Cayman enjoys some of its best weather during December and January-

not too hot and definitely not too cold, the crisp breezes of a Cayman Christmas are blissful against the warm tropical climate. Occasionally a Nor’wester blows through, bringing Christmas breezes and rough seas.

2. The lights

If there is anything that is synonymous with Cayman Christmas culture, it is lights. The island is literally decked out from the end of November through December, with many residential homes creating festive displays for the enjoyment of the public. The best lights on island can be found at Camana Bay, Crighton house on South Sound Road, Maureen and Maxine Bodden’s home in South Church Street and at most major roundabouts.

3. The food

Whether you enjoy Christmas beef, cassava, fruit cake, Christmas beef or sorrel, the Cayman Islands is the place to eat at Christmas time. Traditional Christmas fare can also be enjoyed at the variety of restaurants with Christmas spreads and the best part is, many restaurants offer bottomless champagne for the holidays.

4. It’s the best of both worlds

Because Cayman enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean, residents and visitors benefit from the whimsy of an island Christmas coupled with many sophisticated Christmas elements enjoyed by our neighbours up north. Camana Bay offers a variety of events throughout the season and hotels such as the Kimpton, the Ritz Carlton and the Marriott offer activities for the entire family.

5. The beach

Most countries don’t have the luxury of miles of golden sand beaches as their most popular offering on Christmas day. Governor’s Beach is our favourite stop after Christmas brunch, and for the past 21 years, on Boxing Day, visitors and residents have enjoyed Dashing thru the sand, a 1.5-mile walk/run along Seven Mile Beach.