Government has announced a proposed means of financing the cost of beach renourishment, as the urgency, scale and ramifications of the beach erosion crisis were centre stage on Wednesday at the Cayman Islands Tourism Association AGM. 

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While tourists did not leave in droves as the Cayman Islands prepared for the arrival of Hurricane Rafael, some stayover visitors opted to postpone or cancel their vacations here this week, and at least three cruise ships skipped Grand Cayman.

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Cruise ship passengers visiting the Cayman Islands spent an average US$116 per head in the 2023-2024 season, according to a recent report.

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Minister of Tourism and Ports Kenneth Bryan is considering allowing cruise ships to keep their casinos open while moored in the Cayman Islands, if the public votes in favour of building a cruise berth in the upcoming referendum.

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Jetblue has joined the list of international carriers increasing flights to the Cayman Islands ahead of the anticipated winter rush.

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