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Calico Jacks Best Beach Fun Ever!    Passenger Picks finally caught up with  Sian Weinzweig, no stranger to Calico Jacks and knows how to pull off the best or should I say "Epic Events" on the island! PP Why is Calico Jacks the post popular Bar and Grill on the island? What is the draw? SW Calico Jacks is right on beautiful seven mile beach and just steps away from the incredible clear blue water that Grand Cayman is known for . As well as that Calico's has a very casual and fun atmosphere with some of the cheapest drinks on island. PP I know casual is key for I have seen some major volley ball tournaments take place on the sand at Calico Jacks! This bar is a magnet to the young and old! Not fancy just fun! SW You got that right! But tons of folks are drawn to excellent entertainment and excitement! PP Yes the sunsets on Seven Mile Beach are amazing! Many folks hit the Beach right befo...

Stingray City World Famous Stingray City Stingray City in Grand Cayman is the most popular location visited for the exception of our beautiful beaches. Grand Cayman actually offers two distinctly diverse Stingray Cities, a largely unknown fact to the majority of future visitors to Grand Cayman. This article will help you decide which Stingray City is right for you, the Stingray City Sandbar or The Valley of the Rays, the Real Stingray City. The History of the two (Stingray) Cities: For many years fisherman returning from their day at sea anchored in the shallow and protected waters of the North Sound to clean their catch. The area, just behind the Barrier Reef, created the optimal location to anchor a boat without the discomfort of waves. At the "Real" stingray city the anchorage area was very close to the main channel of Barkers, and a few paddles away from famous Fisherman Rock. The area is a few minutes away from the shores of Wes...

Activity Passenger Pick of the Month SNUBA Cayman One of the best Cayman activities that all ages and stages can enjoy without being a certified diver is to learn how to SNUBA!  It takes snorkeling to the next level!  We decided to catch up with Becky Lucas, an Operational Manager with SNUBA Cayman to find out more about this interesting way to get closer to the fish and coral reefs. PP:   So Becky, what exactly is SNUBA? BL:   SNUBA is an acronym for Surface Nexus Underwater Breathing Apparatus.  SCUBA is Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus.  So the biggest difference between SNUBA and SCUBA is we supply your air from the surface through a hose to you, as opposed to you wearing a tank on your back. PP:   What do you need to get certified?   BL:   SNUBA is run all over the world and it is a great way to get under the water without needing to be certified.  It’s safe and easy even...

Passenger Pick of the Month ABACUS Sophisticated, Elegant Caribbean Dining Passenger Pick of The Month is ABACUS, a contemporary, elegant and sophisticated restaurant famous for its Prime Rib, in Camana Bay.  Abacus features a trendy bar and outdoor lounge.  Experience a truly unique atmosphere with an open kitchen concept.  Indulge your senses with their signature Bellini cocktail while the chefs create an interactive dining experience, unique to the Caribbean lifestyle.  Enjoy lunch, dinner and their classical breakfast every Saturday.  The cuisine maintains a contemporary feel, with a fresh and stylish flair.  Truly, a modern and metropolitan experience in a fashionable Caribbean setting!  Abacus is a true Camana Bay favorite!  To learn more about this awesome pick we caught up with Marcus Mueir to get all the exciting news and changes happening at the restaurant. PP:   Where did you get the name Abacus? ...

The Cayman Islands provide some of the world’s best diving and snorkeling.  Passenger Picks customers tell us that Eden Rock Diving Center is a great place to begin a Cayman diving or snorkeling experience.  If the beauty of Eden Rock and The Devil’s Grotto, with their coral reefs, caves and curtains of silverfish and tarpons sounds appealing, consider one of Eden Rock Dive Center’s guided snorkeling or one or two tank dive tours. One of the best Cayman activities that all ages and stages can enjoy is to learn how to dive!  We decided to catch up with Stuart Freeman of Eden Rock to ask him about his passion for diving and why Eden Rock has been so popular for years! PP:  Stuart, can you tell us a little history of Eden Rock?  Where did the name come from? SF: It is reputed to have been named after the Turtling Schooner Eden which was wrecked during a Northwester in the last part of the 1800s. Small parts of the wreck are still found. ...