last edited Dec 11, 2019
Culture and Customs of the Cayman Islands
Arts, Crafts, and Architecture
Arts
Crafts
Architecture
Museums
Customs and Traditions
Local Traditions
Etiquette
Dress and Behavior
Sensitive or Taboo Topics
Languages
English is the official language of the Cayman Islands, though for a large part of the population it is actually a Creole similar to that found elsewhere, such as in Jamaica or Belize. Besides English, Spanish is also spoken by around 10% of the inhabitants, particularly those from Central America and especially Honduras, which makes up the largest Latin American community in the archipelago. French, however, is not spoken.
Glossary
A few local words and expressions useful for travelers to know:
Festivals and Events
Major Events and Public Holidays
January 1: New Year’s Day.
February: National Heroes Day.
Ash Wednesday.
March-April: Good Friday.
March-April: Easter Monday.
May: Discovery Day.
June: Queen’s Birthday.
July: Constitution Day.
November 11: Remembrance Day.
December 25: Christmas Day.
December 26: Boxing Day.