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When it comes to premier vacation destinations, some names have become so synonymous with style, sophistication and class that their mere mention summons images in the minds of even those who have never visited. So it is with the Cayman Islands, a Caribbean hideaway that holds a mystique like no other promising refined luxury within the cloistered surroundings of a quintessential island paradise. Few places in the world live up to the ideal in the way this beautiful island group does, with stunning azure seas and miles of unspoilt beaches offering the promise of true relaxation. As well as the over-abundance of natural wonders that this part of the Caribbean has been blessed with there exists an array of superior 4- and 5-star hotels in which traditional notions of hospitality and comfort have been redefined for the 21st century, offering levels of service and sumptuous luxury like no other. While the best places to stay on the Islands do indeed conform to a paradigm of luxury, by staying here you'll discover from a privileged vantage point that Cayman luxury hotels are only the staring point for a wider exploration of this amazing resort.
The main cluster of islands comprises Little Cayman, Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman, home to the Islands' capital, George Town. Being the nearest thing the Islands have to a conurbation the region's largest airport, Owen Roberts International, is located near George Town and is the place most visitors are likely to arrive in town. With flights from Florida only taking an hour, the Islands are an extremely popular vacation destination for Americans and most major US carriers have regular flights throughout the year. While there are a number of smaller hotels and motels in the immediate vicinity of the airport, most visitors understandably choose one of the resort's nearby beach communities in which to reserve their accommodation. While private taxis are in plentiful supply around this transportation hub, most Cayman Luxury hotels provide free shuttle bus services for guests and visitors. If you wish to use your own transportation, however, car rental agencies operate in and around the airport and it's worth noting that (this being a British Overseas territory) drivers use the left-hand lane.
While relaxation and pampering are amongst the main reasons people travel to the Islands, their unique position within the glittering Caribbean also affords some of the best surfing and scuba diving environments anywhere in the world. For those that wish a somewhat more energetic time of it, Cayman luxury hotels can typically provide all you need to take advantage of the region's epic natural attractions, including the hire of surf boards and diving equipment. If you've never tried this exhilarating form of entertainment before, many hotels in and around George Town can arrange training within the safe confines of the hotel swimming pool, allowing you to try the sport out before heading into the deep blue waters for real. As well as enjoying the sea and white sandy beaches, you'll appreciate the joys of five-star service and the refined comforts of your chosen hotel all the more after a bit of exercise.
For those who wish their recreational activities to be somewhat more reposed, between George Town and West Bay you'll find some of the world's most exceptional golf courses on which enjoy a round. Many of these superb venues are also affiliated with some of the Cayman Islands' finest resort and spa accommodation, allowing you to perfect your swing within the grounds of your lodging with the added advantage of 5-star service on-hand throughout the day. Indeed, few 'nineteenth holes' on a golf course are as inviting and unmissable as the bars and clubhouses of Cayman luxury hotels where you and your golfing partners can rest up and enjoy the superb cuisine and refreshments provided by highly-trained resort staff.
As well as its reputation as a five star holiday destination, the Cayman islands are also world-renowned as a center of offshore finance with many corporations having their nominal headquarters in and around George Town. While the number of staff employed on-site by these concerns tends to be small, the Islands are nevertheless used frequently as the venue of choice for corporate gatherings and high prestige business meetings. To cater for such events, many of the best Cayman luxury hotels have a dedicated staff who are skilled in assisting with the arranging and hosting of company exhibitions and conventions, with several of the largest establishments able to host delegates numbering into the hundreds. Few places can make such a great impression on either colleagues or prospective clients as these superb places to stay and few venues for business gatherings can offer the same superior service and sumptuous accommodation as the resort lodgings you'll find here.
Whether you're visiting for business or pleasure you'll discover that Cayman luxury hotels provide the last word in refined elegance, whether you're staying in one of the 5-star hotels in downtown George Town or a glittering spa resort in the surrounding countryside. Even if you're an experienced world traveler to whom 5-star accommodation is the norm you're still likely to be taken aback by the high levels of comfort and luxury found here, whether it's in your hotel's spacious public areas or large, air conditioned guestrooms. While secondary facilities such as satellite television and 24-hour room service are provided as standard even in the Islands' most modest motel one of the factors that really distinguish the best places to stay in town is the sheer unadulterated comfort of a top-class hotel room.
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