2017 SECOND QUARTER. PRODUCT UPDATE May August

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1 2017 SECOND QUARTER PRODUCT UPDATE May August

2 TOPIC OUTLINE Tourism Product Updates New Products Business Updates Business Closures Coming Soon New Restaurants & Bars Physical Enhancements Events & Activities DoT Programme Updates National Tourism Plan (NTP) Accommodation Updates Current Room Stock New Developments

3 NEW PRODUCTS

4 ISLAND BITES CAY-MEX GRILL FOOD TRUCK Made from our unique blend the farm to table and local ingredients our menu is sure to tempt the taste buds of any epicurean /food connoisseur. Made with freshest ingredients, meats, produce. We hope to appeal to the health and curious eaters. Island Bites ensures that our ingredients meet a high standard of quality that you can trust. Specialties include: Tacos, Homemade Pizza, Hot Chicken and Fish and Chips. Locations: Northside, Old Man Bay, Grand Cayman (across from Crystal Caves) For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) 938-BITE (2483) cay-mexgrill@islandbites.ky Website:

5 BUSINESS UPDATES

6 ABACUS FARM-TO-TABLE NIGHT & LIVE MUSIC CAMANA BAY, WEST BAY ROAD A new weekly special Saturday event at ABACUS is featuring LIVE Chef Stations and is a Farm to Table all you can eat Caribbean Experience with Cuban Inspired live music. Business Hours Saturday: 6:00 pm 10:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) abacuscayman@candw.ky Website:

7 ATLANTIS SUBMARINES SUBMARINE DAY WESTIN SEVEN MILE BEACH RESORT & SPA Every Thursday afternoon, you can board the Atlantis passenger ferry at the Westin Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa. It will depart the beach at 2:30 pm, go directly to the submarine, and after your tour, return directly to the beach. For reservations contact the Westin Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa Concierge Red Sail Watersports Desk. See contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

8 CAYMAN MOTOR MUSEUM REOPENED FOR BUSINESS NORTH WEST POINT, WEST BAY A large, extremely rare and unique collection. The only Motor Museum in the Cayman Islands. The collection includes a 1905 Cadillac from Havana, Cuba brought in as the first car to the Cayman Islands in Business Hours Tuesday Saturday: 8:00 am 12:00 pm CLOSED Sunday & Monday Admission $20 USD Adults $5 USD Children under 15 years of age Museum Opens Thanksgiving Day (November 24 th May 1 st ) Telephone: (345) Website:

9 CLUB HAVANA REOPENED FOR BUSINESS NEW LOCATION CARIBBEAN PLAZA, WEST BAY The new and improved venue located in Caribbean Plaza is large and built to suit customer s needs. Elegantly divided into two parts, visitors can choose a side depending on their preference: smoking or non-smoking. Both sides are equipped with a bar, and though they are split, customers have the option to enjoy the live music playing on one side, or choose to listen to a different genre altogether. There is also a beautiful patio lounge at the entrance for those who prefer to relax in the island breeze. Business Hours Monday Thursday: 4:00 pm 1:00 am Friday: 4:00 pm 2:00 am Saturday: 4:00 pm 12:00 am Sunday: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am or 1:00 am Formerly Havana Club Telephone: (345) havclub@candw.ky Website:

10 CLUB HAVANA CIGAR STORE REOPENED FOR BUSINESS NEW LOCATION CARIBBEAN PLAZA, WEST BAY Downstairs is a retail shop with everything Cuban, from Cigars and Rum to Artwork and Coffee. There is a resident cigar roller, and all Cuban Cigar brands are available. Business Hours Daily: 4:00 am 10:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) havclub@candw.ky Website:

11 HEMINGWAY S RESTAURANT, BEACH & POOL BAR REOPENED FOR BUSINESS SEVEN MILE BEACH, WEST BAY Hemingway s Restaurant Beach & Pool Bar is open everyday serving lunch and dinner with brunch on Sunday s. The new venue is being promoted for cruise ship beach weddings and evening destination and local weddings plus recommending the property to everyone to enjoy a beautiful beach day in Cayman. The restaurant has an Asian influence, providing drinks by the reopened poolside bar and of course on the beach. Business Hours Happy Hour Daily: 4:00 pm 7:00 pm (live entertainment weekly) For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

12 TREATS RESTAURANT MARQUEE PLAZA, WEST BAY TEMPORARY RELOCATION Treats Restaurant is an ideal restaurant to start your day. Treats is a welcoming place to enjoy the bright, colorful and airy atmosphere and the staff are always efficient and happy to take your unique order. Treats offers a full breakfast and lunch menu, seven days a week, as well as complete selection of baked goods and a wide variety of pastries made fresh daily. Business Hours: Monday Saturday: 7:00 am 5:00 pm Sunday/Holidays: 7:00 am 3:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) treatsrestaurant@gmail.com Website:

13 PAPERMAN S COFFEE HOUSE WINDJAMMER PLAZA, WALKERS ROAD ADDITIONAL LOCATION Serves breakfast, lunch and coffee. Business Hours Monday Friday: 7:00 am 4:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

14 BUSINESS CLOSURES

15 NECTAR NIGHTCLUB SEVEN MILE SHOPS, WEST BAY CLOSED FOR BUSINESS

16 COMING SOON

17 PANI INDIAN KITCHEN CAMANA BAY, WEST BAY ROAD PANI Indian Kitchen is set to become Cayman's newest Indian restaurant, expanding the Island's growing Pan-Asian offerings. PANI will serve traditional Indian cuisine with a modern twist. The restaurant will have a cool, funky vibe with vibrantly colourful decor. Website:

18 MARIPOSA CABARET WESTSHORE PLAZA, WEST BAY

19 NEW RESTAURANTS & BARS

20 AMAZON CAFÉ Café Amazon, a Cayman Organic project, offers a full menu of organic and locally sourced farm to table meals and the finest organic coffees and teas from around the globe. Breakfast and lunch provided. Business Hours Monday Friday: 7:45 am 3:00 pm Saturday: 8:30 am 3:00 pm ELGIN AVENUE, GEORGE TOWN For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) cafeamazoncayman@gmail.com Website:

21 AVE KIMPTON SEAFIRE RESORT + SPA Main restaurant of Kimpton Seafire Resort, highlighting seasonal small plates with a broad and approachable menu. Chef Massimo De Francesca uses fresh local seafood and locally grown produce and infuses it into most of his coastal Mediterranean dishes. Exotic cocktails are served. Business Hours (Reservations) Breakfast: Daily: 7:00 am 11:00 am Dinner: Daily: 6:00 pm 10:00 pm Bar: Sunday Thursday: 5:00 pm 11:00 pm Friday Saturday: 5:00 pm 12:00 am For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) info@averestaurant.com Website:

22 AVECITA KIMPTON SEAFIRE RESORT + SPA This exclusive Kimpton restaurant offers only two seating s per night. Guests watch the chefs prepare seasonal dishes at the wood-fire grill and plancha. Business Hours (Reservations) Dinner: Wednesday Monday: 6:00 pm 10:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) info@averestaurant.com Website:

23 BACARO GOVERNORS CREEK, C.I. YACHT CLUB Experience the taste of Venice with fresh, local ingredients, enticing aromas and fabulous flavours that you won't find anywhere else on island. Bàcaro offers the finest cuisine and selection of wines to savour while you enjoy the outstanding waterside location. Business Hours (Closed Monday) Tuesday Sunday: 11:30 am 10:30 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

24 COCCOLOBA BAR & GRILL KIMPTON SEAFIRE RESORT + SPA Part Mexican street taco joint, part beach hut, this on-the-beach restaurant places you mangothrowing distance from the water. A creative menu, happy hour and ocean views conspire to keep you hanging out at this open-air oasis all day long. Business Hours Lunch: Daily: 10:00 am 5:00 pm Dinner: Sunday Thursday: 5:00 pm 9:00 pm Friday Saturday: 5:00 pm 10:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) info@coccolobacaymanislands.com Website:

25 CZECH INN GRILL PEASE BAY, BODDEN TOWN A new roadside grill offers an outside grill-style menu of Czech foods, burgers, sandwiches, steaks and jerk chicken. There is no inside dining since the whole building is a kitchen. Out front, the abundance of greenery and wildlife offers customers a comfortable outdoor feel while they eat. Business Hours (Closed Monday) Tuesday Sunday: 11:00 am 10:00 pm For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

26 PETIT PARIS FRENCH BAKERY CAMANA BAY, WEST BAY Petit Paris offers the kinds of baked goods you ll find in any French bakery: fresh breads, flaky croissants, delicious pastries, macaroons and cookies, and decadent cakes. In addition, it has prepackaged sweets like nougat, bonbons, hard candies and biscuits, all imported from France. Telephone: (345) Website: Business Hours Monday Friday: 7:00 am 5:45 pm Saturday: 8:00 am 5:30 pm For more information see contact details below.

27 PHYSICAL ENHANCEMENTS

28 UPGRADED BEACH CABANA POINT OF SANDS, LITTLE CAYMAN

29 LITTLE CAYMAN REST AREA GUY BANKS ROAD, LITTLE CAYMAN This little privately-owned corner off of Guy Banks Road in Little Cayman is just another example of our Caymankindness. At this rest spot you ll find a picnic table, a hammock and a selection of cold drinks. The owners, who live a short distance away have a honor system. Take one and relax a little while. That s Caymankind!

30 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

31 2017 SECOND QUARTER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES AT A GLANCE Every Friday Sea Sessions May Official Batabano Friday Night Fete Batabano Bazaar Food Festival Cayman Carnival Batabano (Adult Parade) Braccanal Brac Jackpot Annual Fishing Tournament Rundown June CayFilm International Film Festival 25 th Annual Flowers One Mile Sea Swim Flowers International 5K and 10K Swim The Brac Escape

32 SEA SESSIONS HAPPY HOUR Join Pedro for 2 for 1 drink specials from 5pm - 8pm and more specials all night, plus live local music and BBQ. Come and sit cliff side and sip some rum. This is more than a Happy Hour, this is Sea Pedro. Locations: Pedro St. James Castle, Outpost Bar For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) info@pedrostjames.ky Website:

33 OFFICIAL BATABANO FRIDAY NIGHT FETE SOCA OR DIE MAY HARBOUR DRIVE, GEORGE TOWN This fun-filled event will feature internationally renowned Soca Artists, Soca DJ s and Local Artists. Tickets will be on sale at various outlets (TBA) USD $21 (KYD $25) Presold and USD $25.20 (KYD $30) at the gate. Event Time: (TBA) For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) batabanocaymancarnival@gmail.com Website:

34 BATABANO BAZAAR FOOD FESTIVAL MAY CARDINAL AVENUE & ALBERT PANTON STREET Enjoy great local food, music and mingle with the locals at this one of a kind food festival. Event Time: (TBA) For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) batabanocaymancarnival@gmail.com Website:

35 CAYMAN CARNIVAL BATABANO (ADULT PARADE) MAY FORT STREET, GEORGE TOWN The Cayman Carnival Batabano adult parade and street dance features a kaleidoscope of music, dance and pageantry rooted in the region s diverse historical influences. Colourful costumes reflect the vibrant landscapes, heritage and culture and the music, the very rhythm of island life. Carnival in the Cayman Islands has a distinct flavour as the islands are home to a melting pot of over 100 nationalities one country celebrating many cultures. Location: Parade begins from the Seven Mile Public Beach Event Time: 1:00 pm For more information about activities see details below. Telephone: (345) batabanocaymancarnival@gmail.com Website:

36 BRACCANAL CARNIVAL MAY SPOT BAY, CAYMAN BRAC Cayman Brac Carnival consists of two floats, a Teen float which is at the front of the parade and an adult float which is at the back of the parade. The parade route is from Spot Bay turn to Panama Canal where the teen float stops and the Adult Float continues to La Esperanza where the final event of the evening commences. Local Vendors are situated at both final stops selling fresh local food, just the thing you need after a great time of playing Mas on the Road. Other Braccanal Events: Friday Night Concert Friday, May 12 Adult Road Parade & After Party Saturday, May 13 Beach Cooler Fete Sunday, May 14 1:00 pm 6:00 pm Braccanal J ouvert Parade Monday, May 15 For more information see contact details below. cybbraccanalcommittee@gmail.com Website:

37 BRAC JACKPOT ANNUAL FISHING TOURNAMENT MAY SPOT BAY, CAYMAN BRAC Annual Cayman Brac fishing Tournament. To register and for more details contact the Cayman Islands Angling Club. For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) Website:

38 RUNDOWN May This annual comedy revue was the brainchild of Dave Martins, and over the decades, it has been one of the most popular stage productions in the Cayman Islands. In every pot, there s a serving for everyone --- politicians, media, the man on the street, expatriates and even our (in)famous chickens and greenies. Rundown is not to be missed, especially if you are new to Cayman and really want to embrace the multicultural society that is Cayman. Ticket costs: KYD $25 Adults and $15 Youth/Seniors Shows: Thursday - Saturdays at 8:00pm Sundays at 6:00pm For more information see contact details below. HARQUAIL THEATRE, WEST BAY Telephone: (345) admincncf@candw.ky Website:

39 25TH ANNUAL FLOWERS ONE MILE SEA SWIM JUNE Over 900 competitors, including Olympic level swimmers, take part in this annual one mile swim along Seven Mile Beach. Hundreds of prizes to be won. For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) 323-SWIM (7946) Race Coordinator from website Website:

40 FLOWERS INTERNATIONAL 5K AND 10K SWIM JUNE Local and visiting swimming aficionados are encouraged to make it a swimming weekend by participating on Saturday, June 10 in the mile swim and then on Monday, June 12 in the 5k or 10k events. These new events follow in the Flowers tradition, guaranteeing 1 in 5 random prize odds. Great prizes include, trips to Toronto, New York and all Cayman Airways destinations. Other random prizes include rounds of golf at the Britannia Golf Club, brunch at Hemingway s and breakfast at the Britannia Grill and lots of other exciting prizes. For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) 323-SWIM (7946) Race Coordinator from website Website:

41 CAYFILM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL JUNE 30 JULY The CayFilm Cayman International Film Festival is an annual multi-day spectacular event that promotes the Cayman Islands as a world-class filming destination and incredible place to visit and do business. Included in the festival will be daily film screenings, question and answer sessions with filmmakers, panel discussions, workshops, an exclusive premiere screening, and a celebrity gala event. For more information see contact details below. Telephone: (345) from website Website:

42 THE BRAC ESCAPE JUNE 30 JULY CAYMAN BRAC Cayman Brac Holiday Weekend Getaway - 4 days... 4 parties in the beautiful Cayman Brac Parties June 30 Aloha Welcome Lei d Party 8:00 pm Coral Isle Bar & Lounge, South Side Road West July1 Aura The All White Soiree 8:00 pm Cayman Brac Beach Resort July 2 Sol Sunset Beach Party 4:00 pm Cayman Brac Public Beach July 3 Escape J ouvert All Inclusive Paint Party 3:00 am Private Venue For more information see contact details below. info@thebracescape.com Website:

43 THIRD QUARTER EVENTS AT A GLANCE More event details will be available in the next quarters product update. Cayman Restaurant Month October 1-31, 2017 Cayman Cocktail Week Late October The Cayman Islands Triathlon November 5, 2017 Pirates Week November 9-19, 2017 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting November 18, 2017 Cayman 27 s Parade of Lights December 2, 2017 Cayman Islands Marathon December 3, 2017 New Year s Eve Fireworks December 31, 2017

44 DOT PROGRAMMES

45 NATIONAL TOURISM PLAN

46 NATIONAL TOURISM PLAN Third phase of planning to commence at the end of April Further meetings to be held with Stakeholders.

47 CURRENT ROOM STOCK

48 CURRENT ROOM STOCK Category GCM CYB LYB Total Condos Villas Hotels Total

49 NEW DEVELOPMENTS

50 NEW DEVELOPMENTS Developments Rooms Location Completion Health City Cayman Islands 185 East End, GCM 2018 St. James Point (Phase One) 200 hotel rooms 90 residences Beach Bay, Bodden Town, GCM 2018

51 NEW DEVELOPMENTS Cont Developments Rooms Location Completion Dart Realty Ltd. 190 (proposed) West Bay, GCM 2018 Ironwood Resort with 18 hole Championship Course 82 golf course rooms and 20 beach bungalows (Fran Sound beach front real estate) and Club House with F&B Facilities North Side, GCM 2018 Cayman Enterprise City Zone TBD South Sound, GCM 2018

52 THANK YOU!!