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The Ministry of Tourism & Trade Development joins the wider aviation and tourism industry in congratulating our national flag carrier, @CaymanAirways, on being named Caribbean's Leading Airline 2026 at the prestigious World Travel Awards! 🏆

This remarkable achievement is especially significant as it marks Cayman Airways' first nomination and first win in the category.🥳

Adding to this milestone, Cayman Airways has also received its first-ever nomination for World's Leading Airline 2026, placing our national airline alongside some of the most recognised carriers in international aviation.✈️

As a vital partner in connecting the Cayman Islands to the world and supporting our tourism industry, Cayman Airways continues to demonstrate that our uniquely Caymanian hospitality can earn recognition on the global stage.🇰🇾

👏 Congratulations to the Board, management, staff and crew of Cayman Airways on this well-deserved honour. You have made the Cayman Islands proud once again!🙌🏼

#TTDCayman #WorldTravelAwards #CaymanAirways #AviationExcellence #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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Congratulations to the 17 young Caymanians who graduated from the fifth cohort of the Dart Hospitality Training Programme on Thursday, 15 October! 🎓

Over the past four months, these young people have gained valuable hands-on experience, developed practical skills and built a foundation for rewarding careers in the tourism and hospitality industry. 🥳

Acting Chief Officer of the Ministry of Tourism & Trade Development, Mr. Perry Powell, delivered remarks on behalf of Deputy Premier and Minister, Hon. Gary Rutty, encouraging graduates to embrace lifelong learning, professional development and the many opportunities for career advancement within the industry.🇰🇾

The Ministry extends its appreciation to Dart, the programme's trainers, mentors and industry partners for their continued commitment to developing our future hospitality professionals. 🙌🏼

👏🏼 To the graduates: congratulations on this important achievement! We look forward to seeing the contributions you will make to the future of tourism in the Cayman Islands.

#TTDCayman #CaymanianTalent #HospitalityCareers #WorkforceDevelopment #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism & Trade Development, Hon. Gary Rutty, will travel to San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 9–16 October 2026 to attend the annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Conference. 🚢

The conference provides an important opportunity to engage directly with cruise line executives and industry partners, exchange insights on emerging trends and challenges, and explore opportunities to strengthen the Cayman Islands' cruise tourism sector. ⚓

As the Ministry continues its work on cruise policy, these discussions will help inform a balanced, forward-looking approach that considers the evolving needs of the industry, while recognising the importance of cruise tourism to local businesses, employment and the livelihoods of Caymanians. 🇰🇾

#TTDCayman #FCCA #CruiseTourism #TourismProductDevelopment #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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From the shallow waters of Grand Cayman’s North Sound, where stingrays glide across the sandbar, to the dramatic Bluff of Cayman Brac and the vibrant coral reefs surrounding Little Cayman, our natural habitats are an important part of what makes the Cayman Islands so special. 🇰🇾

Today, on World Habitat Day, we celebrate the remarkable environments found across our three Islands — and the wildlife that call them home. 🐠🦜

We encourage residents and visitors alike to get out and responsibly experience these natural treasures for themselves. Observe wildlife with care, respect protected areas and always leave the places you visit as beautiful as you found them. 🌊🌱

#TTDCayman #WorldHabitatDay #ExploreCayman #CaymanIslands taken in Cayman Islands by @ttdcayman

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12 days ago

United in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

All 11 NCFC members wore pink in Parliament today in solidarity with everyone in the Cayman Islands facing breast cancer, the survivors, and the families beside them.

Early detection saves lives. October is a timely reminder to book that screening.

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth by @ttdcayman

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15 days ago

September 30th was truly a historic day, as Mrs. Gloria McField-Nixon was officially sworn in as the new Deputy Govenor of the Cayman Islands and ex-officio Member of Parliament at the First Sitting of the Second Meeting of the 2026-2027 Session.🏛️

Deputy Premier Hon. Gary Rutty joined fellow Members of Parliament in congratulating Deputy Governor McField-Nixon and welcoming her appointment, stating "She's a lady that deserves to be where she is, and I look forward to the next two and a half years of continuing to work along with her". 🇰🇾

The Ministry joins the wider Cayman Islands in welcoming Deputy Governor McField-Nixon and wishing her all the best as she paves the way for young Caymanian women and men alike! Congratulations DG! 🙌🏼

📸@parliament.ky

#TTDCayman #ParliamentInSession #CivilProcedure #DeputyGovernor #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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17 days ago

📢Calling all foodies!

October 1st begins a month-long celebration of all things cuisine, right here in the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean! Presented by the Cayman Islands Tourism Association, in partnership with over 50 restaurants across Grand Cayman, Restaurant Month offers unbeatable deals for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch! 🥳

This is the month to support local restaurants, elevate your dining experience and sample the array of culinary delights available from around the world, all while enjoying that trademark Caymanian hospitality!🇰🇾

🔗Find out more about restaurant month offers on restaurantmonth.ky!

#TTDCayman #RestaurantMonth #October #CaymanTourism #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism & Trade Development, Hon. Gary Rutty, joined members of the local and international diving community on Friday, September 4th for the 2026 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, celebrating individuals whose passion, innovation and service have made a lasting contribution to the sport and industry.🤿

The evening recognised this year’s distinguished International Inductees, alongside Cayman’s own Local Honourees and Emerging Honouree — celebrating both the pioneers who have helped shape diving and the next generation carrying its legacy forward. ⚓️

In delivering remarks and participating in the presentation of awards, Deputy Premier Rutty reflected on the important place diving holds within the Cayman Islands’ tourism story, and the people whose dedication has helped establish our Islands as a world-renowned diving destination. 🐠

The Ministry extends its sincere appreciation to the Department of Tourism, the ISDHF Board of Directors, partners and industry stakeholders whose continued support makes this annual celebration possible. 🥳

🔗 Read the full press release here: https://ow.ly/2IXH50ZSmpV

#TTDCayman #InternationalScubaDivingHallOfFame #CaymanTourism #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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20 days ago

Today, the Cayman Islands joins the global community in celebrating the importance of tourism to our economies, communities and way of life. 🌎

This year’s theme, “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism,” invites us to consider the opportunities technology and AI are creating for travellers, businesses and destinations around the world.✈️

In his World Tourism Day message, Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism & Trade Development, Hon. Gary Rutty, reflects on Cayman’s approach to that changing landscape — embracing innovation while ensuring that our people, culture and environment remain at the heart of the Cayman Islands experience.

Because technology may change how people discover and experience our Islands, but it can never replace the warmth of a Caymanian welcome.🇰🇾

Happy World Tourism Day!🥳

#TTDCayman #WorldTourismDay #ArtificialIntelligence #CaymanTourism #CaymanIslands taken in Cayman Islands by @ttdcayman

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21 days ago

The momentum continues. 📈
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Cayman welcomed 27,445 stayover visitors in August, up 9.2% on the same month last year and the 10th consecutive month of growth.
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August is usually one of our quieter months. Growth here says something.
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#CaymanIslands #CaymanTourism #vaCay
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23 days ago

Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism & Trade Development, Hon. Gary Rutty, visited Cayman Brac today, alongside Chief Officer Stran Bodden, and Cayman Airways' Executive Vice President, Finance & Commercial Affairs, Paul Tibbetts to meet with the Hon. Nickolas DaCosta, Minister for District Administration & Home Affairs, fomer MP Mr. Moses Kirkconnell, and key importers and members of the Cayman Brac business community. 🙌🏼

Discussions focused on the current import needs of local businesses and gauging stakeholder interest in a dedicated Cayman Airways cargo service between Miami and Cayman Brac. The Ministry thanks all those who participated and shared their perspectives as these discussions continue.✈️

As the Ministry continues to advance theTrade Development portfolio, direct engagement with the business community is an important part of understanding where opportunities exist to strengthen trade links, improve the movement of goods and support economic activity across all three Cayman Islands. 🇰🇾

#TTDCayman #TradeDevelopment #CaymanBrac #CaymanAirways #CaymanIslands taken in Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands by @ttdcayman

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24 days ago

As the Cayman Islands observes Preparedness Week, 16–23 September, we’re encouraging everyone across our three Islands to take some time to review their emergency plans. 🙌🏼

Take some time this week to make sure you:

🏠 Know the location of your nearest hurricane shelter
🚗Have plan for how you will get there if necessary
💊 Ensure you have an adequate supply of essential and prescription medications
🔦 Have battery-operated flashlights and radios AND spare batteries
🥫 Have adequate ready-to-eat, non-perishable foods
💧 Store sufficient drinking water for every member of your household - @caymanprepared recommends one gallon per person, per day
💵 Keep a reasonable amount of emergency cash somewhere safe and accessible.
📄 Protect passports, insurance information and other important documents in waterproof containers.

Preparedness is not about waiting until a storm is approaching. It is about having a plan, knowing where to find reliable information and making sure you and your family have what you need before an emergency occurs.🙌🏼

For hurricane preparedness guides, shelter information and other resources, visit CaymanPrepared.ky. Residents can also register for HMCI's National Emergency Notification System (NENS) to receive verified emergency alerts. 🇰🇾

#TTDCayman #PreparednessWeek #StayVigilant #BePrepared #CaymanIslands by @ttdcayman

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