Cayman Islands Weddings
The Cayman Islands have long attracted scuba divers and snorklers who seek to explore their calm, rich waters. Now, many casual sunseekers and tourists also visit the Caymans to experience those same waters. Wedding couples love the Caymans’s mix of island casual and luxury accommodations. Grand Cayman is the most popular of the Cayman Islands for destination weddings due to its international airport, shopping and dining options, and string of hotel options. What’s interesting about the Cayman Islands, is although it should be as commercial as some other Caribbean Islands, it’s not. The Cayman Islands have maintained their charm and seclusion. With three different islands to choose from, couples have a number of unique beach and villa wedding options. This makes the Cayman Islands an excellent and special destination wedding location.
Dreaming of Cayman Islands wedding? Here’s some information to help you plan:
Map of the Caribbean Islands & Cayman Island:
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Cayman Islands Quick Facts:
Country Population: Approximately 70,000
Capital: George Town
Size: 100 square miles
Language: English
Religion: Christianity
Official Currency: Cayman Islands dollar (U.S. dollar accepted widely)
Time Zone: Western Caribbean Time (UTC-5); or Eastern Standard Time except during Daylight Savings when the time is Central Daylight Time
Transportation:
The Cayman Islands are about a 70 minute flight from Miami. Wedding guests and couples will fly into Owen Roberts International Airport on Grand Cayman Island. From there, most visitors choose not to rent a car, but the choice is completely up to you. Many hotels and resorts offer shuttle service and taxis are available visiting different areas.
Cayman Islands Marriage Requirements:
The Cayman Islands make it relatively easy to get married. You can even marry the same day that you arrive (particularly helpful for those cruise ship guests wishing to tie the knot). You will need to apply for a marriage license once you arrive and there is a $200 U.S. fee. For more specifics and the most up-to-date marriage requirements, please contact:
Office of the Deputy Chief Secretary
Government Administration Building, 3rd Floor
George Town, Grand Cayman, B.W.I.
Phone: 345.949.7900 or 345.914.2222
When’s the best time to get married in the Cayman Islands?
The Cayman Islands have warm, tropical weather year-round. The average high temperature is in the low 80’s F. The Caymans are in the hurricane belt, and have been hit fairly hard by hurricanes in recent years, so you should avoid planning your wedding in the summer of fall, if possible.
Websites with additional wedding and destination information:
The Cayman Island’s official tourism website: http://www.caymanislands.ky/ |
