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Conservation Safety

Blessed with an abundance of scenic beauty and natural wonder, the Cayman Islands law strictly prohibits begging, selling and soliciting of any kind
Cayman Islands is a nature lover’s dream. We welcome you to look by individuals on the street or beach. While we pride ourselves on having
at, photograph and admire our beautiful wildlife, including the Blue little criminal activity, we do ask our guests to take the necessary precautions
Iguana, the rare Cayman Parrot and the Western Hemisphere’s largest in securing their valuables. Do not leave purses, wallets, cameras, jewelery,
population of Red-footed Boobies. Many species are endangered, passports or any valuables out in the open, unattended on the beach, in your
however, and the Cayman Islands is dedicated to keeping them alive. rental vehicle or other public places. Please report any violations to the local police.
Our strict Marine Conservation Laws prohibit the taking or disturbing
of any marine life while in SCUBA gear or while in areas designated Road Safety
Marine Parks or Replenishment Zones. In general, we ask that you Renting a car or motorbike is the best way to see our islands. You must be 21 to
respect and do not harm Cayman’s flora and fauna, whether marine drive or rent a car in the Cayman Islands, but some rental agencies will not rent
or on land, and do not remove it from its natural setting. The to those under 25 years of age. Please check with your rental company in
possession or use of spear guns anywhere in Cayman waters is advance. A temporary local driving permit (US$7.50) is required and this can be
illegal. Littering is also strictly prohibited throughout the islands obtained from the agency at the time you collect your car. An important note: in
and carries a CI$500 fine.
Cayman, we drive on the left hand side of the road. Pedestrians are asked to stay
on the sidewalks and roadsides and to use our crosswalks for safety. A seatbelt
law is also in effect, so please buckle up.
Medical Facilities

The Cayman Islands has a full complement of modern medical facilities on
Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac, including government hospitals and private
medical centers. Little Cayman is staffed by a full-time nurse. The Cayman
Islands Hospital Complex on Grand Cayman also houses a decompression
chamber.

Places of Worship

Residents and visitors to the Cayman Islands have a choice of over 90 places of
worship. Additionally, there are religious fellowships and associations that work
with local denominations and are supported by the local community.

Department of Tourism Offices

U.S. Toll Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877.4CAYMAN
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800.263.5805 or 416.485.1550
United Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .+44 (0) 207.491.7771
Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630.705.0650
Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .972.335.3540
Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713.461.1317
Miami . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305.599.9033
Mid-Atlantic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301.767.8955
New England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .781.431.7771
New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212.889.9009
Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215.333.7575

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