CAYMAS CARNIVAL 2023 PHOTOS, VIDEOS AND REVIEW

Breakfast Party

Swanky Couture Breakfast Fete started in 2019, but became a Brunch Fete in 2022.

Concert

Swanky AfterMAS

All Inclusive

Blossom Premium All Inclusive (introduced in 2022)

Drinks Inclusive

N/A

Cruise

J'Ouvert

There is no official CayMAS J'Ouvert. However, Mukky Jouvert fete offers an alternative on Sunday night/Monday morning kicking off at 12:01 AM. Also, if you like cruises, check out Jouvert on the Water.

Must Do Event

On the Sunday, ALL roads/boats/jet skis lead to Rum Point / Starfish Point with deviations to Stingray City and Kaibo! Whether you jump on one of the big party boats to continue the weekend pump or choose a more intimate setting with friends on a private boat, it's the ultimate Cool Down party/lime and not to be missed.

CayMAS Carnival Bands

Ascendn Mas
Chicken Run International
Dream Carnival
Fantasy Mas
Kalabbra
Liquid Ice Bartending
Nirvana Cayman
Party Animals 345
Renegade Mas
Revel Unit
Swanky International
Tribal Carnival
Wristband
Quinntessential Movement

Duration

The official calendar of events starts on the Wednesday and ends on the Monday. This is more than adequate time to enjoy both the events and the island. If you're pressed for time, then arrive on Friday and leave on Monday.

Parade Day / Road March

CayMAS Carnival Street Parade takes place on the Saturday and usually kicks off at 1pm heading up along West Bay Road and ends at Seven Mile Public Beach.

Currency

CI$1.00 = US$1.20 (as of July 2022). The Cayman Islands Dollar (currency code KYD) is the currency of the Cayman Islands. It is abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or alternatively CI$

Temperature

Tropical. Hot, Humid, temperate interior. Georgetown has warm temperatures year round ranging between 28°C (82°F) and 32°C (89°F).

TJJ Recommended Hotel

There's no shortage of hotels, villas and guest houses in Grand Cayman. Tried and tested, #1 for me is Palm Heights (Beach Suites) - Cayman Islands' first all suite boutique hotel. This year I had an enjoyable stay at Grand Cayman Marriott Resort. Definitely add the Breakfast Included option when booking. Their buffet option and regular menu is winning!

Best places to stay

Ideally you should stay on the west side of the island along the award-winning Seven Mile Beach stretch, striking distance from all of the carnival action.

Communication / Mobile Providers

There's Digicel and Flow.

Transportation

Grab a rental at the airport. Nothing fancy, just something to get you from A to B. If possible, avoid a left-hand side drive vehicle. Driving a left-hand drive vehicle on the left-hand side of the road can get confusing, especially when driving back and forth between the Caribbean and the US. Taxis are also readily available from all Cayman Islands resorts.

Flights

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands is your destination. Owen Roberts International Airport is the main international airport for the Cayman Islands as well as the main base for Cayman Airways.

Cost of a 2 Piece Combo

$6.95 CI / $8.35 USD. Using our KFC global standard, a (Meal Deal) 2 Pc. Chicken Combo, which includes individual side (Fries) & medium drink, cost $5.99 in the US.

Local Food

Coconut shrimp, conch, fish fry and Turtle Stew. Singh's Roti Shop will provide you will all the curry & stew you can eat! Roti or local Caribbean food, you can't go wrong. Grape Tree Café is your best bet for delicious fried fish in Bodden Town, a small village on the southern end of Grand Cayman.

Local Drinks

Caybrew, 345 Lager, White Tip Lager and Blended Cocktails.

Late Night Eats

Al La Kebab and Burger Shack, both located in Marquee Plaza, have saved many of lives.

TJJ Favourite Restaurants

Casual Dining
Singh's Roti Shop
Pepper's
Yoshi Sushi

Upscale Dining
Morgans Seafood Restaurant

Alcohol purchase

There are many liquor stores on-island, but Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits has everything you need.