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Grand Cayman Rum

admin — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:33:33 +0000

The Cayman Islands are famous as a tax haven – and as the home of the Iguana. Today the islanders make chicken soup instead of turtles and owe the export hit a former pilot, and his creativity to chance.

In the youth in Jamaica, Robert Hamaty worked on the sugar cane fields of his father; he cut the straws and took them to markets and mills. Later he breathed the scent of world-wide, 30 years as a flight captain at Air Jamaica and Cayman Airways. The smell of molasses, but he had all the time does not get out of the nose, says Hamaty.

The pilot cap, he has long hung on the nail. Today Hamaty a white guard, for hygiene reasons. He stands in his small factory in George Town on Grand Cayman. “We use our best rums,” says Hamaty. He points to two oak barrels, from which the dark, five-year-old alcohol ferments.

What else in this dough is a mystery, the Hamaty strict guard than the local banks, their customer. And it wants in the Cayman Islands which are called. Not for nothing is the British colony as the “Switzerland of the Caribbean”. The banking secrecy is as sacred as the generous financial supervision. Above all, there are no taxes, businesses pay only registration fees. So today on the islands about 80,000 resident companies – twice as many as humans. 500 insurance companies, 600 banks and 2000, make Fund’s capital George Town the fifth largest financial center in the world.

Because the Cayman Islands are a place of the mailbox-existences, hardly a company has more than one address, or is ever at work lives in bodily form. Most famous exception is Robert Hamatys Tortuga Rum Company. It operates on Grand Cayman is not just a factory, but also several shops. Hamatys famous spirits company, however, less with her than with her rum cake – specifically with a product, the spirit of the rum is completely expelled. “When flies jaws of alcohol,” says Hamaty. “Back remains only the delicious aroma.”

Cayman Islands Attractions

admin — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:22:34 +0000

Cayman Islands Attractions are numerous read this review

For its coral reefs and the transparency of its water (is reached to see up to 36 m deep), the Cayman Islands are a paradise for divers, but also practice other sports such as offshore fishing and golf (there are two courses of 18 holes). But if you want to enjoy nude beaches, Get another island, here is strictly prohibited, as are the top and less marijuana and hashish. Driving is also highly recommended, as is done by the left A good option is to rent a motorcycle, as the greatest distance in Grand Cayman, the largest island, is 35 km. He also rented bicycles, and in many hotels, especially small islands, they are free.

Water Sport Activities

George Town (Grand Cayman), the world’s third financial center, is a lively city perfect for making tax-free shopping (jewelry, perfumes and luxury goods with a 30% discount). Do not miss the shopping centers of West Bay Road. The major areas for diving are Stingray City and Sand Bar in North Sound. But the best beach area spans Seven Mile Beach, where a large part of the hotel complexes.

If you like places with flavor, stay in Cayman Diving Lodge (East End), a favorite of divers tanned. In Little Cayman are the best small cottages by the sea, with no frills but charming.

On this island, populated by more than 2,000 iguanas, and Bloody Bay, a fascinating marine park considered by many one of the world’s best places to dive. Although Jackson Point, also on the island, has no waste. To live one day as a castaway, go to Owen Island. In Grand Cayman do not miss the cruise to Stingray City to swim with the trigona (like stripes). Whether you are a novice as an expert diver dives to find your action (including children): More than a dozen operators offer courses and trips. In addition, for your peace of mind, the hospitals of the islands are prepared and are even with decompression chambers.

In Cayman Brac, the beach of the buccaneers is a very popular place for conducting dives, but the latest attraction is the wreck of the Russian frigate MV Capt. Keith Tibbet. On land worth visiting the caves that were formed in the cliffs.

Night Life

Forget the march, only in Grand Cayman are some nightclub, there are no casinos or cabarets, or just the night. That can dine at a romantic cruise watching the sunset or attending a private dance. Whats Hot in the journal inform you of the places where there is some atmosphere.

What are the best attractions in Cayman Brac?

admin — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:49:15 +0000

If you have landed up in the Cayman Brac, your main attraction would be enjoying diving and snorkeling at the Cayman Brac. Cayman Brac is about 12 miles in length and about a mile in width. Cayman Brac has on its offer brilliant natural scenery, water sports and world-class bird watching. You can also experience the highest elevations in the Caymans on The Bluff.

Alternatively, you can hire a car and exploring the island. The most distinctive geographic feature of Cayman Brac is the Bluff. Actually a bluff is a lofty limestone plateau rising 42m above the sea. The Bluff covers an extensive area in the easternmost part of the island. So you can have a drive up to the Bluff and get a panoramic view during the journey. However, if you suffer from vertigo, it’s better for you not to look below, as there is a sudden drop to the sea. And if you don’t have vertigo, you can hike up the Bluff.

If you fail to step outside for a day trip because of bad weather, you can still have some attractions waiting for you. You can visit the Cayman Brac Museum situated in the former Government Administration Building. This museum has a wide collection of Caymanian antiques.

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