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‘Ambassadors Of The Environment’ By Jean-Michel Cousteau at the Michael Ryan Developed Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
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‘Ambassadors Of The Environment’ By Jean-Michel Cousteau at the Michael Ryan Developed Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman (PRWEB) August 14, 2007
Ambassadors of the Environment at The Michael Ryan owned Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, made by the internationally renowned explorer and preservationist Jean-Michel Cousteau and his Ocean Futures Society (OFS), is a unique, groundbreaking program that introduces young travelers to the Cayman Islands’ extraordinary natural wonders and cultural heritage while demonstrating imaginative ways to build environmental sustainability into lives back home.
Participants of the Ambassadors of the Environment program have the opportunity to learn the well-known Cayman coral reefs and mangrove forests, the islands’ woodlands and wetlands and Caymanian life and traditions through exciting and memorable adventures, hands-on activities, and classroom and laboratory experiences. As you will learn, the Grand Caymans makes news for all the right reasons. Experiences are customized for children as young as four and teenagers up to 18, making this a Grand Cayman Islands paradise for all ages, something Grand Cayman developer Michael Ryan continues to promote with passion.
According to Dr. Richard Murphy of OFS, who led the development of the program, the goal of Ambassadors of the Environment is to make “a new Grand Cayman Islands vision for the next generation” by introducing young guests to the Cayman Islands’ natural and cultural environment and to the principles of sustainable living in an exciting, entertaining way. This exciting and unique Cayman Islands program strives to “give young people a positive view of themselves as well as life skills in communication, teamwork, responsibility and friendship building,” he said. He went on to add, “We want to inspire them to live more sustainably and take responsibility for their future.”
The Grand Caymans Ambassadors adventure starts with arrival at a 2,700-square foot “Heritage House”, a traditional island cottage showcasing Cayman culture. The adjacent Ambassadors Lab features the most technologically advanced equipment and attractions, including a simulated coral reef that doubles as an interactive mural, video microscopes, digital cameras, computers and multi-media equipment. Such magnificent and unique facilities make this a must see place in the gorgeous Grand Cayman Islands. Few developers place the time and effort into making such unrivalled splendor, but Michael Ryan is leading the way in the Grand Cayman Islands.
This stunning building is surrounded with innovative examples of ecologically responsible living to keep the Grand Caymans as gorgeous as ever, as developer Michael Ryan intended; these include native flora and edible landscaping, a composting area (where leftovers from the resort’s restaurants are place to excellent use), solar panel exhibits, a traditional sand garden and a sensory garden with plants to safely touch, smell, and eat. This is the setting for the discovery of sustainable living, including organic gardening, recycling, “green” architecture and construction, waste water management, efficient energy use, and leading edge sustainable practices such as fuel cells, photovoltaic power and bio engineering. All this will ensure that the natural splendor and flourishing resources of the Grand Cayman Islands are sustained for generations to come.
Participants in this Grand Cayman experience are supervised by naturalists with college degrees and experience in working with children. Those who manage water activities are lifeguards, and all are first aid and CPR-certified, qualified by Jean-Michel Coutsteau’s team and fully trained by The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman human resources professionals. The program is supervised by AOTE director Denise Naguib, who has worked with Cousteau on his educational projects for seven years.
Rates for Ambassadors of the Environment by Jean-Michel Cousteau start at $ 60 for a four-hour AOTE Kids session (ages 4-7). Two AOTE Kids sessions are available $ 110. Rates for the AOTE Youth program (aged 8-18) are $ 80 for one session and $ 150 for two. Don’t miss this unique, enchanting and educational experience, one of the finest activities on in the Grand Cayman Islands.
About Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society was founded to explore the oceans, inspiring and educating people throughout the world to act responsibly for their protection and to celebrate their vital importance to the survival of all life on the planet. Ambassadors of the Environment represents the Society’s commitment to prepare the next generation for the responsibilities they will inherit to manage the planet’s biosphere. The Grand Cayman facility is a major part of this and a huge draw for people at the various resorts and hotels on the Grand Cayman Islands.
For more information, visit the websites at http://www.oceanfutures.org and http://www.aote.org.
*Editors Note: Full program descriptions follow:
Ambassadors of the Environment focuses on providing entertaining exploration in four major areas:
The coral reefs surrounding the Cayman Islands are considered some of the most spectacular in the world. These are explored through snorkeling, photographing and studying favorite fish and using the interactive mural to learn how reef life in interconnected. Participants also follow the migratory journey of Ambassador, a 300-pound loggerhead sea turtle sponsored by the program, a reflection of Cayman’s effort to preserve these giant endangered creatures. At Stingray City, young guests will learn the world’s most well loved snorkeling spot. This represents one of the most gorgeous activities to delight in in the unspoiled splendor of the Grand Cayman Islands.
The Cayman Islands’ mysterious mangroves – a jungle gym of trees that bridge land and sea, provide a habitat for an incredible variety of animal, plant and sea life. Ambassadors explore in kayaks, produce multi-media presentations on this complex universe, make mangrove-themed art and learn how these resilient trees convert salt water into fresh. A unique experience for everyone on the Grand Cayman Islands.
Ambassadors also adventure through the woodlands, wetlands and wildlife of the islands themselves, learning the native forests, with their Grand Cayman parrots and Wild Banana orchids, visit the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, hike the craggy iron shore which is a stark contrast to the lush wetlands, use digital cameras to photograph their favorite species and even go stargazing with the program’s telescopes. Yet more experiences to delight in for those lucky enough to visit or live on the Grand Cayman Islands.
Both at the Grand Cayman resort and through field trips to major attractions, Ambassadors also learn the human history and customs of the Cayman Islands, especially the culture’s intimate connections with the sea. They visit museums and historic sites, learn traditional thatching techniques, construct classic Cayman toys, listen to tales and even learn to cook Cayman style. Sit back and delight in as you indulge yourself in a genuine Grand Caymans experience.
The youngest Ambassadors delight in their own adventures of discovery with AOTE Kids programs are customized for children aged four to seven and include guided nature hikes, beach and mangrove walks and team building activities. They also explore with computers and scientific tools, tend an organic garden in which they’ll grow herbs to be used in the resort’s fine dining restaurants and delight in their own wading pool with a squirting turtle.
About The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman:
Situated on 144 acres stretching sea-to-sea from the acclaimed Seven Mile Beach to the North Sound, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman and The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, blend a lush Caribbean backdrop with classic British-Colonial architecture. The resort features 365 guestrooms and suites, the first La Prairie Spa in the Caribbean, five dining venues including two restaurants by Eric Ripert of top-ranking New York restaurant Le Bernardin, several bars and lounges, a 6,000-square-foot luxury retail emporium featuring premium brands, the island’s largest ballroom, a tennis center by Nick Bollettieri, the Ambassadors of the Environment by Jean-Michel Cousteau children’s program and a Greg Norman-designed nine hole golf course.
For more information, visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com.
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Your Cayman Islands Wedding Spectacular
May 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the most spectacular island groups in the entire Caribbean region are the Cayman Islands, a cluster of three sun swept islands situated northwest of Jamaica and due south of Cuba. Under the long term, but hands off political control of the British, the Cayman Islands successfully mixes Caribbean flair with English distinction to make a community that far outstrips its neighbors in wealth, pleasure, and prestige. Small wonder why this enchanted British territory is one of the most well loved wedding destinations for couples from North America as well from the United Kingdom. You can plot to have your wedding event in the Cayman Islands too; please read on how you can make your paradise dreams become a reality.
Imagine that you and your espoused are getting married in a tropical paradise with all of your invited guests in attendance. Imagine that you have the choice of marrying on sandy white beaches, on the exquisitely manicured lawn of a private country club, or inside of a stately church or charming chapel. Yes, the Cayman Islands have it all and your choices in venue are only limited by your imagination.
What makes this island destination an exceedingly well loved wedding venue is that it has so much to offer to everyone. Your guests will be pleased to spend their time in the Cayman Islands where scuba diving is unmatched, delight in a stroll along the famed Seven Mile Beach, take in a round of golf, involve yourself in shopping, or even do a small bit of business as The Cayman Islands is an vital international finance center. No matter, your guests will be pleased to wrap your wedding event around everything else they can during their stay at this island paradise.
Many couples choose to wed during the winter months as temperatures are typically in the mid seventies with no threat of hurricanes possible. Yes, the island cluster was hammered by Hurricane Ivan during 2004, but a concerted effort on the part of the government, businesses, and its citizens has meant a spectacular and rapid recovery. Naturally, if you are plotting a wedding during the July to November timeframe, you will want to take note of this possibility.
Vital events held in the Cayman Islands include Pirates Week which is really a ten day festival closing out the month of October. A parade through George Town, the capital, along with street dances, music, food festivals, and sporting events help to make Pirates Week one of the most well loved times for tourists to visit The Cayman Islands, therefore booking your wedding event well in advance of the festival will ensure that you are not disappointed.
In early May the Batabano Carnival is held, an event featuring hundreds of parading masked participants dressed in colorful regalia rivaling anything you have seen in Rio or in New Orleans for that matter. Batabano is also a well loved time to hold a Cayman Island wedding with couples arranging their weddings to occur as close to the event as possible.
Summers are very warm in the Cayman Islands with daytime temperatures regularly approaching ninety degrees, but tempered by dependable trade winds. Many couples who desire a summer beach wedding choose to exchange vows just before sunset as the day’s heat retreats. With the sound of the surf accompanied by a stunning sunset, a beach wedding followed by a reception at the Hyatt Regency Resort Grand Cayman, Windham Sunshine Suites, Marriott Grand Cayman Beach Resort, or other top quality hotel is one way to celebrate what is certain to be a memorable event for the pleased couple and their guests.
If you should need help in plotting a cayman wedding, please visit: http://www.celebrationsltd.com.
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Impact of real estate for cayman Island in recent times
May 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With 2010 one of the worst in recent times in terms of real estate sales for the Cayman Islands, brokers across Grand Cayman are predicting a slight upswing this year, but warn that plans by government to lift the economy need to take effect to make it happen. Kim Lund, Owner/Broker with RE/MAX, said that 2011 will still be another slow and painful year for real estate sales, as the tepid US economic recovery starts to slowly have some impact in Cayman by mid 2011. “Sales should start picking up this year but it will only be the very best properties with the most beaten down prices that sell. There will be precious few properties that really sell for market value in 2011,” he confirmed.
Lund said there are two viable possibilities for the huge real estate tale of 2011. “One is a mega resort for the hundreds of acres currently owned by Thomas Enterprises, north of the CI Yacht Club. New financing has recently been place in place on this property, indicating there may be some activity brewing. The other is a boom of resort development, just north of the public beach on West Bay Road, if government agrees to go West Bay Road back to the east, so that it runs behind the vacant Courtyard Marriott Hotel. This would vastly increase the amount of developable beachfront on Seven Mile Beach,” he stated.
Following announcements last week, Lund’s wishes may well come right as the premier told the CBO on Thursday that the road is very likely to be went now that Dart have bought both the land and the Courtyard Marriot. But, the Camana Bay developer has not offered a timeline for developing the area and has described it as a future opportunity.
Regardless of the situation concerning the Courtyard Marriot, RE/MAX broker Kass Coleman says that everyone from their RE/MAX office feels that 2011 will be a minimum of 10 to 40 per cent better than last year and the year before. “Buyers feel the fog has cleared and they are making decisions and getting on with their real estate plotting and purchasing,” she said.
Although optimistic in the long term, Mike Joseph, also a broker with RE/MAX, feared the downturn in the industry had not yet passed Cayman by.
“The instability and uncertainty in many respects, locally and internationally, have been very influential despite the opportunities made in a recessionary market. Simultaneously the market believes that prices will drop further and are waiting for new opportunities this year. 2009 and 2010 saw reductions in pricing in many of the sectors of the local property market yet the number of transactions were still suppressed,” he confirmed.
Not only have North American investors (traditionally Cayman’s largest market driver for real estate) been nervous about spending during a recession, but the contraction in Cayman’s population has also hit the real estate industry hard.
Joseph clarified, “The contraction in population has negatively affected the rental market for landlords/property investors and in turn developers who have been left with completed but unoccupied units. Sales prices therefore have been reduced in order to generate sales and the local residents are seeing these opportunities but with a continued lack of confidence, they have still remained apprehensive to buy.”
Joseph believed that the slew of projects waiting in the wings will kick start investment in real estate.
“We need to see certain developments and projects, thoughts and concepts break ground,” he said. “Delays make more uncertainty. We need the new cruise berthing to start, the runway to be lengthened, the Shetty Hospital to proceed, along with other projects. Collectively these add value to the Cayman product and in turn will encourage activity once more.”
Joseph says the industry itself has been working hard to generate business. “The excellent news is that we haven’t been sitting still waiting for the storm to pass us by, the local industries and representatives have been actively reviewing and considering how to weather the storm small term and importantly how to emerge with wind in our sails. CIREBA has been and continues to consider our collective new reality, the Chamber of Commerce has been integral in making a public-private cross aisle review with the Future of Cayman Forum.”
Sheena Conolly, Owner/Broker with Sotheby’s International Realty, Cayman Islands said that the investment climate has changed and some have recognised that prices have dropped considerably and that now is a excellent time to buy.
“We are seeing signs from executives who are already established in Cayman, looking to go up the property ladder to capitalise on the down market. Interest rates have remained low and once potential buyers feel comfortable that Cayman is home and they have a reasonable sense of tenure, they are surely smart to buy now,” Conolly confirmed.
She said that overseas vendors who really need to sell are now pricing more competitively than before to go the real estate asset.
“Historically there was rarely the same urgency or financial need to sell, as the Cayman property could rent if needed. Times have changed.”
She added, “Confidence is everything, and once Cayman starts to get active with some new projects like Dr Shetty’s hospital, the George Town cruise terminal and others, there could quickly be an upsurge of positive activity – and on these small islands, the trickle down effect can flow quickly.”
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Impact of real estate for cayman Island in recent times
May 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With 2010 one of the worst in recent times in terms of real estate sales for the Cayman Islands, brokers across Grand Cayman are predicting a slight upswing this year, but warn that plans by government to lift the economy need to take effect to make it happen. Kim Lund, Owner/Broker with RE/MAX, said that 2011 will still be another slow and painful year for real estate sales, as the tepid US economic recovery starts to slowly have some impact in Cayman by mid 2011. “Sales should start picking up this year but it will only be the very best properties with the most beaten down prices that sell. There will be precious few properties that really sell for market value in 2011,” he confirmed.
Lund said there are two viable possibilities for the huge real estate tale of 2011. “One is a mega resort for the hundreds of acres currently owned by Thomas Enterprises, north of the CI Yacht Club. New financing has recently been place in place on this property, indicating there may be some activity brewing. The other is a boom of resort development, just north of the public beach on West Bay Road, if government agrees to go West Bay Road back to the east, so that it runs behind the vacant Courtyard Marriott Hotel. This would vastly increase the amount of developable beachfront on Seven Mile Beach,” he stated.
Following announcements last week, Lund’s wishes may well come right as the premier told the CBO on Thursday that the road is very likely to be went now that Dart have bought both the land and the Courtyard Marriot. But, the Camana Bay developer has not offered a timeline for developing the area and has described it as a future opportunity.
Regardless of the situation concerning the Courtyard Marriot, RE/MAX broker Kass Coleman says that everyone from their RE/MAX office feels that 2011 will be a minimum of 10 to 40 per cent better than last year and the year before. “Buyers feel the fog has cleared and they are making decisions and getting on with their real estate plotting and purchasing,” she said.
Although optimistic in the long term, Mike Joseph, also a broker with RE/MAX, feared the downturn in the industry had not yet passed Cayman by.
“The instability and uncertainty in many respects, locally and internationally, have been very influential despite the opportunities made in a recessionary market. Simultaneously the market believes that prices will drop further and are waiting for new opportunities this year. 2009 and 2010 saw reductions in pricing in many of the sectors of the local property market yet the number of transactions were still suppressed,” he confirmed.
Not only have North American investors (traditionally Cayman’s largest market driver for real estate) been nervous about spending during a recession, but the contraction in Cayman’s population has also hit the real estate industry hard.
Joseph clarified, “The contraction in population has negatively affected the rental market for landlords/property investors and in turn developers who have been left with completed but unoccupied units. Sales prices therefore have been reduced in order to generate sales and the local residents are seeing these opportunities but with a continued lack of confidence, they have still remained apprehensive to buy.”
Joseph believed that the slew of projects waiting in the wings will kick start investment in real estate.
“We need to see certain developments and projects, thoughts and concepts break ground,” he said. “Delays make more uncertainty. We need the new cruise berthing to start, the runway to be lengthened, the Shetty Hospital to proceed, along with other projects. Collectively these add value to the Cayman product and in turn will encourage activity once more.”
Joseph says the industry itself has been working hard to generate business. “The excellent news is that we haven’t been sitting still waiting for the storm to pass us by, the local industries and representatives have been actively reviewing and considering how to weather the storm small term and importantly how to emerge with wind in our sails. CIREBA has been and continues to consider our collective new reality, the Chamber of Commerce has been integral in making a public-private cross aisle review with the Future of Cayman Forum.”
Sheena Conolly, Owner/Broker with Sotheby’s International Realty, Cayman Islands said that the investment climate has changed and some have recognised that prices have dropped considerably and that now is a excellent time to buy.
“We are seeing signs from executives who are already established in Cayman, looking to go up the property ladder to capitalise on the down market. Interest rates have remained low and once potential buyers feel comfortable that Cayman is home and they have a reasonable sense of tenure, they are surely smart to buy now,” Conolly confirmed.
She said that overseas vendors who really need to sell are now pricing more competitively than before to go the real estate asset.
“Historically there was rarely the same urgency or financial need to sell, as the Cayman property could rent if needed. Times have changed.”
She added, “Confidence is everything, and once Cayman starts to get active with some new projects like Dr Shetty’s hospital, the George Town cruise terminal and others, there could quickly be an upsurge of positive activity – and on these small islands, the trickle down effect can flow quickly.”
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Impact of real estate for cayman Island in recent times
May 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With 2010 one of the worst in recent times in terms of real estate sales for the Cayman Islands, brokers across Grand Cayman are predicting a slight upswing this year, but warn that plans by government to lift the economy need to take effect to make it happen. Kim Lund, Owner/Broker with RE/MAX, said that 2011 will still be another slow and painful year for real estate sales, as the tepid US economic recovery starts to slowly have some impact in Cayman by mid 2011. “Sales should start picking up this year but it will only be the very best properties with the most beaten down prices that sell. There will be precious few properties that really sell for market value in 2011,” he confirmed.
Lund said there are two viable possibilities for the huge real estate tale of 2011. “One is a mega resort for the hundreds of acres currently owned by Thomas Enterprises, north of the CI Yacht Club. New financing has recently been place in place on this property, indicating there may be some activity brewing. The other is a boom of resort development, just north of the public beach on West Bay Road, if government agrees to go West Bay Road back to the east, so that it runs behind the vacant Courtyard Marriott Hotel. This would vastly increase the amount of developable beachfront on Seven Mile Beach,” he stated.
Following announcements last week, Lund’s wishes may well come right as the premier told the CBO on Thursday that the road is very likely to be went now that Dart have bought both the land and the Courtyard Marriot. But, the Camana Bay developer has not offered a timeline for developing the area and has described it as a future opportunity.
Regardless of the situation concerning the Courtyard Marriot, RE/MAX broker Kass Coleman says that everyone from their RE/MAX office feels that 2011 will be a minimum of 10 to 40 per cent better than last year and the year before. “Buyers feel the fog has cleared and they are making decisions and getting on with their real estate plotting and purchasing,” she said.
Although optimistic in the long term, Mike Joseph, also a broker with RE/MAX, feared the downturn in the industry had not yet passed Cayman by.
“The instability and uncertainty in many respects, locally and internationally, have been very influential despite the opportunities made in a recessionary market. Simultaneously the market believes that prices will drop further and are waiting for new opportunities this year. 2009 and 2010 saw reductions in pricing in many of the sectors of the local property market yet the number of transactions were still suppressed,” he confirmed.
Not only have North American investors (traditionally Cayman’s largest market driver for real estate) been nervous about spending during a recession, but the contraction in Cayman’s population has also hit the real estate industry hard.
Joseph clarified, “The contraction in population has negatively affected the rental market for landlords/property investors and in turn developers who have been left with completed but unoccupied units. Sales prices therefore have been reduced in order to generate sales and the local residents are seeing these opportunities but with a continued lack of confidence, they have still remained apprehensive to buy.”
Joseph believed that the slew of projects waiting in the wings will kick start investment in real estate.
“We need to see certain developments and projects, thoughts and concepts break ground,” he said. “Delays make more uncertainty. We need the new cruise berthing to start, the runway to be lengthened, the Shetty Hospital to proceed, along with other projects. Collectively these add value to the Cayman product and in turn will encourage activity once more.”
Joseph says the industry itself has been working hard to generate business. “The excellent news is that we haven’t been sitting still waiting for the storm to pass us by, the local industries and representatives have been actively reviewing and considering how to weather the storm small term and importantly how to emerge with wind in our sails. CIREBA has been and continues to consider our collective new reality, the Chamber of Commerce has been integral in making a public-private cross aisle review with the Future of Cayman Forum.”
Sheena Conolly, Owner/Broker with Sotheby’s International Realty, Cayman Islands said that the investment climate has changed and some have recognised that prices have dropped considerably and that now is a excellent time to buy.
“We are seeing signs from executives who are already established in Cayman, looking to go up the property ladder to capitalise on the down market. Interest rates have remained low and once potential buyers feel comfortable that Cayman is home and they have a reasonable sense of tenure, they are surely smart to buy now,” Conolly confirmed.
She said that overseas vendors who really need to sell are now pricing more competitively than before to go the real estate asset.
“Historically there was rarely the same urgency or financial need to sell, as the Cayman property could rent if needed. Times have changed.”
She added, “Confidence is everything, and once Cayman starts to get active with some new projects like Dr Shetty’s hospital, the George Town cruise terminal and others, there could quickly be an upsurge of positive activity – and on these small islands, the trickle down effect can flow quickly.”
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Impact of real estate for cayman Island in recent times
May 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With 2010 one of the worst in recent times in terms of real estate sales for the Cayman Islands, brokers across Grand Cayman are predicting a slight upswing this year, but warn that plans by government to lift the economy need to take effect to make it happen. Kim Lund, Owner/Broker with RE/MAX, said that 2011 will still be another slow and painful year for real estate sales, as the tepid US economic recovery starts to slowly have some impact in Cayman by mid 2011. “Sales should start picking up this year but it will only be the very best properties with the most beaten down prices that sell. There will be precious few properties that really sell for market value in 2011,” he confirmed.
Lund said there are two viable possibilities for the huge real estate tale of 2011. “One is a mega resort for the hundreds of acres currently owned by Thomas Enterprises, north of the CI Yacht Club. New financing has recently been place in place on this property, indicating there may be some activity brewing. The other is a boom of resort development, just north of the public beach on West Bay Road, if government agrees to go West Bay Road back to the east, so that it runs behind the vacant Courtyard Marriott Hotel. This would vastly increase the amount of developable beachfront on Seven Mile Beach,” he stated.
Following announcements last week, Lund’s wishes may well come right as the premier told the CBO on Thursday that the road is very likely to be went now that Dart have bought both the land and the Courtyard Marriot. But, the Camana Bay developer has not offered a timeline for developing the area and has described it as a future opportunity.
Regardless of the situation concerning the Courtyard Marriot, RE/MAX broker Kass Coleman says that everyone from their RE/MAX office feels that 2011 will be a minimum of 10 to 40 per cent better than last year and the year before. “Buyers feel the fog has cleared and they are making decisions and getting on with their real estate plotting and purchasing,” she said.
Although optimistic in the long term, Mike Joseph, also a broker with RE/MAX, feared the downturn in the industry had not yet passed Cayman by.
“The instability and uncertainty in many respects, locally and internationally, have been very influential despite the opportunities made in a recessionary market. Simultaneously the market believes that prices will drop further and are waiting for new opportunities this year. 2009 and 2010 saw reductions in pricing in many of the sectors of the local property market yet the number of transactions were still suppressed,” he confirmed.
Not only have North American investors (traditionally Cayman’s largest market driver for real estate) been nervous about spending during a recession, but the contraction in Cayman’s population has also hit the real estate industry hard.
Joseph clarified, “The contraction in population has negatively affected the rental market for landlords/property investors and in turn developers who have been left with completed but unoccupied units. Sales prices therefore have been reduced in order to generate sales and the local residents are seeing these opportunities but with a continued lack of confidence, they have still remained apprehensive to buy.”
Joseph believed that the slew of projects waiting in the wings will kick start investment in real estate.
“We need to see certain developments and projects, thoughts and concepts break ground,” he said. “Delays make more uncertainty. We need the new cruise berthing to start, the runway to be lengthened, the Shetty Hospital to proceed, along with other projects. Collectively these add value to the Cayman product and in turn will encourage activity once more.”
Joseph says the industry itself has been working hard to generate business. “The excellent news is that we haven’t been sitting still waiting for the storm to pass us by, the local industries and representatives have been actively reviewing and considering how to weather the storm small term and importantly how to emerge with wind in our sails. CIREBA has been and continues to consider our collective new reality, the Chamber of Commerce has been integral in making a public-private cross aisle review with the Future of Cayman Forum.”
Sheena Conolly, Owner/Broker with Sotheby’s International Realty, Cayman Islands said that the investment climate has changed and some have recognised that prices have dropped considerably and that now is a excellent time to buy.
“We are seeing signs from executives who are already established in Cayman, looking to go up the property ladder to capitalise on the down market. Interest rates have remained low and once potential buyers feel comfortable that Cayman is home and they have a reasonable sense of tenure, they are surely smart to buy now,” Conolly confirmed.
She said that overseas vendors who really need to sell are now pricing more competitively than before to go the real estate asset.
“Historically there was rarely the same urgency or financial need to sell, as the Cayman property could rent if needed. Times have changed.”
She added, “Confidence is everything, and once Cayman starts to get active with some new projects like Dr Shetty’s hospital, the George Town cruise terminal and others, there could quickly be an upsurge of positive activity – and on these small islands, the trickle down effect can flow quickly.”
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Find It Your Way – Cayman Islands Style!
May 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Renowned the world over for its spectacular diving, friendly locals and gorgeous pristine beaches, there is plenty to see both on land and water. Whether you want to explore a sunken wreck, dance the night away, or simply go sightseeing, Grand Cayman is the place to start.
Diving is the number one watersport in the Cayman Islands. There are many brilliant dive operators that offer you every type of professional dive service, whether you are a beginner or a dive master, you can find what you are looking for. There are over 200 dive sites among the three islands that include a mixture of wall, wreck and reef dives. Your choices are endless. Other well loved watersports include snorkelling, parasailing, board sailing, water skiing and ocean kayaking. Sportfishing is also very huge in the Cayman’s.
Grand Cayman, the largest and most active of the islands, attracts 95% of the tourists. This island features over 120 dive sites, some with beach access and some by boat. One of the largest tourist attractions in the world is found here and that is Stingray City. You can swim alongside and feed swarms of stingrays in just 12 feet of water. It’s a snorkelling and scuba diving adventure that will never be forgotten!
If getting wet isn’t your thing, or maybe you’re just looking for a really unique experience; well that can be found aboard the Atlantis Submarines! Atlantis submarines offer rides aboard the 48-passenger Atlantis XI, and the Deep Explorer 1000 which takes two passengers on dives of up to 800 and 1000 feet below the ocean’s surface. The Seaworld Explorer takes 35 passengers just five feet below the ocean’s surface, and Cayman Submarines’ SEAmobile Submarine Tours also offers room for two passengers to explore underwater life at depths of up to 60 feet with a 360-degree view. Nautilus offers the 60-passenger air-conditioned Nautilus semi-submarine with a protected glass hull that cruises five feet below the sea’s surface. What a way to explore the world that lives under the sea!
To see a miracle of nature, head over to the Cayman Turtle Farm, the only one of its kind. The turtles are a protected species and there is no where else that you will see an endangered species raised so successfully for conservation. It is home to over 16 000 sea turtles that range in size from 6 ounces all the way up to 600 pounds! The farm has released close to 30 000 turtles back to their home in the wild since 1980 to help replenish the population.
While the real beauty of Grand Cayman lies under the water, it has plenty to offer on land. There has been an incredible amount of work and dedication to restore landmarks and bring the right history and beauty of this island alive. A right must see is Pedro St. James Historic Site. The birthplace of democracy and its first national landmark, you will find a historically accurate reconstruction of the 1780 Fantastic House, formerly known as Pedro Castle, it is truly a spectacular site to see. One of the most gorgeous locations in the Cayman Islands, it is a well loved location for weddings and social events, with landscaped yards resembling a tropical park and an incredible view of the Caribbean. Among the many attractions located here, the main one is the 49-seat state of the art multimedia theater featuring a 20-minute video presentation on Pedro St. James and highlights 200 years of Cayman history.
There is a destination that most people who visit the Cayman’s have never heard of that should not be missed. It is Grand Cayman’s Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park featuring a visitor’s center, Heritage Garden and Floral Garden, a 2 acre lake and it is also a safe home to the endangered Grand Cayman Blue Iguana. You will see a diverse landscape of native trees and shrubs, wild orchids and epiphytes in a 65 acre park. The Park not only preserves a segment of the Caymanian landscape, but also offers a walk through time into the rich floral history of these islands and by demonstration encourages conservation and horticultural values.
As you can see, there are so many sites to see here on Grand Cayman. Others to note are a trip to the National Museum, as well as the National Trust where you can learn all about historic buildings, bird sanctuaries, wetlands reserves and nature trails on all three islands. And of course, no trip to Grand Cayman would be complete without a trip to Hell! You can go there and then come back with tales of a blackened and jagged rock formation that gives this small district in West Bay its name. Hell’s intriguing weathered rock formation is over 1 1/2 million years ancient and resembles the charred remains of a hell fire. Its own post office was opened in 1962 for tourists who wanted to send postcards from Hell.
The Cayman’s have the unique ability to make you feel at home as soon as you arrive, with perfectly landscaped resorts, you are sure to feel close to nature wherever you stay! If ever there was a place to live your fantasy lifestyle, the Cayman’s are it! Whether you are looking for luxury four-star hotels and condos on Seven Mile Beach, to comfortable guest houses and casual dive resorts, the islands are sure to meet your vacation needs. One of the Caribbean’s best selections of luxurious beachfront condominiums, apartments and villas are also found here.
There is so much to be found on Grand Cayman that you are sure to have the vacation of a lifetime! With unparalleled beauty, sophistication and a surprising amount of variety, whatever you choose to do, you’ll find your way – Cayman Islands Style!
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Cayman Islands Holidays – Dog Walking On Grand Cayman
May 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As a dog owner you will be aware of the emotional benefits and physical benefits of walking your dog. The pleasure of your company is one of your dog’s greatest motivations to exercise.
When you are away, you’ll miss out on the extra exercise. Your dog will be fine and well looked after back home, but what about you and the break to your daily routine?
Now you can still get a nice walk and help one of the Cayman Islands’ charities.
A new scheme called ‘Doggie’s Day Out’ started by the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman with the Humane Society of the Cayman Islands. The Mission of the Cayman Islands Humane Society is to provide shelter, care and attention to all unwanted companion animals, and seek out responsible and loving homes for them.
Now twice a week, on Wednesdays and Fridays, guests of the five star resort have the chance to walk a dog in return of a US donation to the Humane Society.
Don’t worry if your holiday budget doesn’t quite stretch to a stay at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, the scheme isn’t only open to resort guests.
The programme was started by the Housekeeping Manager and the hotel has designed a walk around the resort’s Blue Tip Golf Course and the North Sound Club If it gets too warm, this route has plenty of shady locations for resting.
The scheme is also helping to find homes for the dogs, as people become attached to their dogs and choose to adopt them. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is investing in ‘Adopt Me’ leads and offers free grooming for any dog that gets adopted to ensure they are in excellent shape for their new home – or possibly for their flight back to the UK.
If you want to make a donation to the Humane Society of the Cayman Islands, please visit http://www.caymanhumanesociety.com
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John has completed the on-line training course provided by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, which included a trip to Grand Cayman and Small Cayman to visit various hotels, sample some of the restaurants and to take part in a selection of tourist attractions. Your Cayman Islands Holidays expert.
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Find The Heart Of Grand Cayman On Seven Mile Beach
May 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Along the western shore of Grand Cayman rests a stretch of sand known throughout the travel community as one of the world’s best beaches. With placid waters and endless amounts of pure white sand, Seven Mile Beach is what makes Grand Cayman special. Though the beach comes up a mile and a half small of its name, there is certainly no shortage of space to relax in the sun. Furthermore, as you walk along the beach you will notice activities that range from cafes and bars beneath the palms to scuba diving and snorkeling. When you visit Grand Cayman, you will immediately see why Seven Mile Beach is at the top of so many lists.
Courtesy of the cool water and casual atmosphere, Seven Mile Beach is known as one of the most family-friendly recreation sites in the Caribbean. The warm water has a sandy bottom, making it a fantastic place for children to swim. Families can rent all types of water toys, from snorkeling equipment and paddle boats to jet skis and windsurfers for the grownups. There are also a few spectacular scuba diving sites off the shore of Seven Mile Beach. Where the gently sloping shoreline meets the coral wall surrounding the island, you will find the well loved reefs known as Paradise and Aquarium.
Seven Mile Beach is also the site of the island’s best resorts and restaurants. Even if you aren’t staying on Seven Mile Beach, many of the resorts have facilities that are open to the public. As many of the resorts open directly onto the beach, you will find several bars and snack stands equipped with peaceful lounge seating. Throughout this area you will find several world-class restaurants, serving everything from rustic Italian fare to fresh seafood with a Caribbean twist. The resorts also make it simple to rent water sport equipment without leaving the beach. Most importantly, all these activities (and, of course, the beach itself) are open to the public, whether or not you are lucky enough to spend your nights here.
At the southern end of Seven Mile Beach is one of Grand Cayman’s favorite family attractions – The Butterfly Farm. Inside the farm’s tropical gardens, you can view the life stages of butterflies amongst exotic flowers and peaceful ponds. Many early morning visitors are granted the pleasure of seeing new butterflies emerge from their cocoons to take their first flight. On guided tours of the facility, specialists will allow you to handle both caterpillars and butterflies. As butterflies are attracted to bright colors and perfumes, those who want some personal attention from the fluttering creatures should dress to impress. Open daily at 9 AM, The Butterfly Farm also allows visitors to return throughout their vacation with one paid entry. If you don’t see a butterfly emerge from its shell the first time around, you can stop by and snap more photos any time you like.
Most of Grand Cayman’s other premier sightseeing opportunities are located within a few miles of Seven Mile Beach. To the south of the beach is the island’s capital city, Georgetown. This historic capital features plenty of fantastic boutiques, art galleries and shopping areas set amongst a stunning array of colonial architecture. Georgetown also has several fantastic dining and nightlife options.
North of Seven Mile Beach, you will find well loved attractions such as Hell and The Cayman Island Turtle Farm in the small town of West Bay. Known for its devilish black coral formations, Hell is a favorite of witty travelers hoping to send friends and family correspondence from the underworld. On the other hand, The Cayman Island Turtle Farm is a fantastic family destination where children can interact with these endangered creatures. Besides its conservation efforts, The Cayman Island Turtle Farm also calls to mind the colonial history of the island. Upon arrival, Christopher Columbus named the islands “Las Tortugas” (The Turtles) in honor of the multitude of sea turtles along the coast.
Whether you want to relax in the sand, find adventure in the water or experience world class dining and attractions, a stroll down Seven Mile Beach will place you in the heart of the action.
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