With water conditions at their prime (84°F to be exact), now's the time to plan your perfect Cayman Islands dive. Silverside season is upon us until October; dazzling schools are swarming local sites such as the Chub Hole and Eden Rock. After a bout beneath the waves, see what's abuzz on-island. From unbeatable deals to unforgettable events like Pirate's Week, there's a ton to enjoy beyond our sunken sights.
YO-HO--HO & A WEEK OF FUN:
All hands on deck! It's Pirates Week 2013, November 7-17.  Calling all swashbucklers and wenches: now's the time to save on Pirates Week 2013 in the Cayman Islands. Both seafaring families and landlubbers alike will enjoy all the event has to offer. This year's revelry includes parades, costume contests, treasure hunts? each with an authentic Caymanian twist. Don't miss this spectacular display of Caribbean spirit, book today!
With Travel packages starting at $800* per pirate. Includes 4-day/3-night stay (studio/double) at Comfort Suites & Resort, roundtrip airfare from Miami on Cayman Airways, roundtrip on-island airport transfers, hotel tax & service charges, free Wi-Fi and daily full breakfast.
Only valid for 3-night stays between 11/7--11/17/13
*Prices are based on travel from select departure cities and may require travel on certain days and additional nights per air schedule availability. Rates are per person based on double, including all air taxes, fuel surcharges, airport transfers, hotel taxes, and service charges unless noted. Please see www.caradonna.com/baggage.aspx for fees. Blackout dates, holiday surcharges and other restrictions may apply. Availability of prices is limited, and at the time you purchase your tour, prices may be higher. (CSOT # 2063948--40 & Fla. Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST36173)
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|  STUNNING SITES: Stingrays
Each year, thousands of divers and snorkelers flock to the Cayman Islands to swim with rays. How much do you know about the most popular species of rays found in the Cayman Islands?
Southern Stingrays (Dasyatis americana) are the most commonly sighted ray in the Cayman Islands and are the famous residents of the destinations number 1 attraction Stingray City. These cartilaginous fish are brownish-gray with a white underside and are usually seen alone or in pairs in sandy areas. Southern Stingrays are often seen foraging along the bottom for crustaceans hiding in the sand. Although these large stingrays are not aggressive towards divers, they do have venomous spines at the base of their tail for self-defence. When snorkelling and diving, look for diamond shapes on the sandy bottom - it might be a hidden Southern Stingray that has buried itself in the sand! Brought to you by the Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF): www.reef.org. |
| | HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE PROFILE:
Paul Bert The International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame has officially announced its 2013 inductees to be honoured in the Cayman Islands on November 12th. This month, we are pleased to feature pioneer Paul Bert. Paul Bert will be recognised for his work in the field of physiology, researching oxygen toxicity and decompression sickness.
Whether they made significant strides in marine research and tourism or portrayed vivid scenes from the underwater world for the masses, each of the 2013 inductees have their own stories to be told. For more information, www.scubahalloffame.com. |
|  | DID YOU KNOW?: Blue Iguanas Did you know that the Blue Iguana is indigenous to the Cayman Islands? In 2002, less than twenty-five wild Blue Iguanas remained bringing the species to the brink of extinction. Thanks to the efforts of the Blue Iguana Recovery Program (BIRP) to save these intriguing animals, hundreds of captive-bred Blue Iguanas have been released into a preserve on Grand Cayman. As of April 2013, there are an estimated 750 Blue Iguanas on the reserve equating to 75% of the BIRP's numeric goal for wild Blue Iguanas! With a further release planned for later this year by the program, it is expected that this number will rise over 800. For more information on the Blue Iguana Recovery Program and its progress, visit: www.blueiguana.ky. |
| Red Sail Sports
www.redsailcayman.com | Reservations: 877-506-6368 | info@redsailcayman.com |  | Grand Cayman Summer Spectacular - 5 Day Dive including Kittiwake Wreck Dive into Grand Cayman's warm clear waters this summer with Red Sail Sports new 5-day dive package. The Summer Spectacular also includes a two-tank shallow dive to the Kittiwake to satisfy the wreck enthusiast! Click Here for complete package details Price: $470.00
Package Validity - Start Date: April 13, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: November 23, 2013
Travel must be booked by: November 18, 2013 |
| Little Cayman Beach Resort
www.littlecayman.com | Reservations: 800-327-3835 | little@reefseas.com |  | Little Cayman Beach Resort's Autumn Cascades Packages It's time to start planning your fall getaway now with these exclusive savings from the Little Cayman Beach Resort and Reef Divers. We are an excellent retreat for those seeking world class diving and relaxation. First class amenities provide our guests with exceptional service that also includes a boutique and day spa. Onsite Reef Divers provide our guests with valet style diving and the most incredible adventures to the famous Bloody Bay Wall. What are you waiting for? Click Here for complete package details Price: $1383.00
Package Validity - Start Date: August 1, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: October 31, 2013
Travel must be booked by: October 1, 2013 |
| InDepth Watersports
www.indepthwatersports.com | Reservations 866-476-2195 | indepth@indepthwatersports.com |  | Summer Specials with Indepth Watersports! When it comes to Cayman Islands diving, there's no boat like ours - a former Navy Seals RIB transformed into a custom built dive boat that can take you to any dive site - fast. Overnight diving excursions to the Sister Islands, North Wall dive-lunch-dive trips to Kaibo and East End safari's are only a few of the possibilities. Our staff of highly qualified instructors and instructor trainers is certified for multiple agencies and they love providing advice or training for all levels of divers, giving you as much or as little attention as you desire. Click Here for complete package details Price: $984.00
Package Validity - Start Date: March 1, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: September 30, 2013
Travel must be booked by: September 30, 2013 |
| Eden Rock Diving Center
www.edenrockdive.com | Reservations: 345-949-7243 | edenrock@candw.ky |  | See the Best of the Best Reefs in Cayman Explore the caves and tunnels and see tropical fish, sponge and coral close up. The maximum depth is 45 feet two dives with equipment for the special price $100.00 per person. Starting times are 9:00 11:30 and 2:00 PM. If you have all your own equipment except for tanks and weights the cost is $80.00. Click Here for complete package details Price: $100.00
Package Validity - Start Date: August 1, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: November 31, 2013
Travel must be booked by: November 1, 2013 |
| Don Foster's Dive Cayman
www.donfosters.com | Reservations: 345-945-5132 | dfdresrevations@candw.ky |  | Don Foster's Dive Cayman Summer Splash Special Don Foster's Dive is pleased to offer our 3rd annual SUMMER SPLASH SPECIAL through the end of September. This family-friendly offer gives 1/2 price diving to kids 12-17 with a full paying adult booking a minimum 3 2-tank dive package. The package also includes free unlimited shore diving at beautiful Casuarina Point Reef plus added discounts on Kittiwake shipwreck and Stingray City dives. Even if you don't have kids you can get a FREE baseball cap when booking any dive package with Don Foster's. Click Here for complete package details Price: $270.00
Package Validity - Start Date: June 1, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: September 30, 2013
Travel must be booked by: September 15, 2013 |
| |  | The warm, clear Caribbean sea awaits you this August with a special offer for you and the family! If you're traveling with kids, you can introduce them to diving with 25% off a Discover Scuba Diving or Junior Open Water course or referral, to explore the ocean and become the new ambassadors to the underwater world. What a 'show and tell' for back to school ~ I'm a scuba diver now:)
For the adults, you will receive a $100 Cobalt Coast Resort Credit on the all inclusive package, plus free nitrox from Divetech, to fully take advantage of our daily boat trips and unlimited shore diving at 2 great locations! It's an all you can eat, dive, drink (5 premium drinks daily) and enjoy 10,000 Caribbean stars after the incredible sunsets from the pool deck. Click Here for complete package details
Package Validity - Start Date: July 27, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: September 7, 2013
Travel must be booked by: September 1, 2013 |
| Sunset House
www.sunsethouse.com | Reservations: 800-854-4767 | reservations@sunsethouse.com |  | Amazing Fall Dive Adventure Package at Sunset House Grand Cayman This Fall, receive your 5th night at Sunset House for FREE and your 4th day of Diving for FREE, but you also get to Dive the ex-USS Kittiwake and Stingray City for FREE*! Plus Unlimited Shore Diving, Breakfast, Transfers and Tax and Service Fees Click Here for complete package details Price: $1028.50
Package Validity - Start Date: September 4, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: December 15, 2013
Travel must be booked by: November 30, 2013 |
| Southern Cross Club
www.southerncrossclub.com | Reservations 800-899-2582 | info@southerncrossclub.com |  | Stay and Dive for Free at Southern Cross Club! From now until the end of the year: Book 6 nights and receive the 7th night FREE. Book 5 Two-Tank AM dives and receive the 6th Two-Tank AM dives FREE. Restrictions and Blackout dates apply. Click Here for complete package details Price: $2280.00
Package Validity - Start Date: July 1, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: December 31, 2013
Travel must be booked by: November 30, 2013 |
| | Site of the Month: Kittiwake This newest sunken site calls Grand Cayman home and is one of our islands most popular. Ladies and gentlemen, meet The Kittiwake. On January 5, 2011, after seven years of dedicated effort and planning, the former submarine rescue ship, USS Kittiwake was sunk in its final resting place off the northern end of the Cayman's famous Seven Mile Beach where it provides both a snorkeling and dive attraction. Since it's induction into our crystal blue waters, the Kittiwake has posed as an underwater escapade where sea creatures (and divers, too!) pose and play.
For more information visit divecayman.ky
Photo By: Ty Sawyer
Site Name: Kittiwake
Island: Grand Cayman
Site: #365 |
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