TORONTO — The number of Canadian stayover visitors to the Cayman Islands was up 58.7% in July 2024 vs. July 2023.

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism says that marks the best July on record for Canadian arrivals.

“We are delighted to see such a significant increase in Canadian visitors, reflecting our strategic efforts to make the Cayman Islands more accessible to travellers over the summer,” said Raymond Mathias, Business Development Manager, Canada. “Visitors are craving our glorious beaches and sophisticated islands year-round, and the record-breaking arrivals in July affirm the Cayman Islands’ continued appeal as a premier sun and cultural destination. We look forward to building on this momentum for the remainder of the year and beyond.”

Mathias notes that both Air Canada and WestJet offered up to four flights per week between Toronto and Grand Cayman this summer. Expanded nonstop service from both carriers made the destination more accessible than ever.

In July 2024, 1,498 visitors from Canada arrived in the Cayman Islands, compared to 944 in July 2023.

Total global YTD arrivals from January to July 2024 reached 289,095, reflecting a 3.3% increase over the same period in 2023. Canadian visitors contributed 18,684 arrivals YTD, a slight 0.1% increase compared to 2023, while U.S. visitors recorded a 3.2% increase YTD with 242,622 arrivals.

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