For your convenience, The Ritz-Carlton has provided the following information to help you plan for and enjoy your stay with us.
Electricity
100 – 120v (same as American)
Currency
• Transactions are done in either U.S. dollars or Cayman Island dollars. One U.S. dollar is equivalent to $.80 Cayman Islands dollar.
• A currency exchange service is available at the hotel’s front desk
• You may also change your money or cash travelers checks at banks
• Remember to bring along your passport to help facilitate exchanges
Phone
• The area code is 345.
• For local directory assistance, call 411.
Emergency Phone Numbers
For emergencies dial 911.
Public Holidays
Thursday, 1st January New Year’s Day
Monday, 26th January National Heroes' Day
Wednesday, 25th February Ash Wednesday
Friday, 10th April Good Friday
Monday, 13th April Easter Monday
Monday, 18th May Discovery Day
Wednesday, 20th May Election Day
Monday, 15th June Queen's Birthday
Monday, 6th July Constitution Day
Monday, 9th November Remembrance Day
Friday, 25th December Christmas Day
Monday, 28th December Boxing Day
Tipping
Tipping is not expected in the resort as a service charge is included. Off property, some restaurants include a service charge as part of your bill, so you will need to check.
Airports
Grand Cayman is served by Owen Roberts International Airport. There is also a private air terminal at ORIA.
Taxis
Taxis on the Cayman Islands are safe, clean and reasonably priced. The fares from the airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman range from US $20 - $25.
Rental Cars
We have an Avis Car Rental conveniently located on the 5th floor of the resort.
Parking
The resort offers valet parking for $15 per day. Self parking is also available.
Climate
The weather on Grand Cayman is generally sunny all year round with the temperature ranging from 75ºF - 85ºF during the day to 70ºF - 80ºF at night.
Clothing
• Cotton or lightweight clothing is suitable for daywear
• Resort casual attire is recommended when dining in restaurants
Visas
The United States Government requires all travelers to the U.S. traveling from the Cayman Islands by air to have a valid passport or other accepted official form of identification when entering/re-entering the U.S. A Visa is not required for American visitors. The Cayman Islands government does require Visas for certain nationalities. Please visit www.gov.ky/immigration for a complete listing.
NOTICE TO GUESTS: The U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security announced June 8, 2007 that U.S. citizens traveling to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda who have applied for but not yet received passports can nevertheless temporarily enter and depart from the United States by air with a government issued photo identification and Department of State official proof of application for a passport through September 30, 2007.
Health Requirements
There are no special health requirements for travel to Cayman
Language
The national language of the Cayman is English.