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The main roads around Grand Cayman were paved in the late
1990s and are in good condition. You might find it easiest
to rent a
car to get around on them, though the public
bus service is efficient, and taxis are relatively
comfortable, with fixed rates that aren't too astronomical.
 By
Taxi
Taxis
are available from the airport, all resorts and from the
taxi stand at the cruise ship dock in George Town. Rates are
fixed and posted at the downtown dock and at the dispatch
stand at the airport. Cabbies rarely try to rip off
visitors. Rates from the airport to the Seven Mile Beach
resorts run about US$35 one-way.
By Car
Rentals
are available across the street from the airport and at some
hotels. Most agencies provide complimentary
pick-up/drop-off. All the major US rental companies operate
here - Avis, Budget, and Hertz - though Coconut Car rentals
(phone 345/949-4377), an island-based company, is often a
few dollars a day cheaper than the others. Economy-size car
rentals start at US$25 per day.
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 By Bus
The bus terminal is adjacent the public library on
Edward Street in downtown George Town and serves as the
dispatch point for all buses. The white and beige minibuses
serve as the fleet and are distinguished by the large round
color-coded stickers initialed with the routes they cover.
All districts are served by bus, though depending on where
you want to go you may have to transfer. Rides cost
CI$1.50-2. Because of all the stops they make, it will take
longer as compared to driving your own car but you'll
certainly get a dose of local culture by listening in on the
conversations or joining in one yourself. Daily bus service
generally begins at 6am and runs until midnight. If you're
planning on using bus service past 10pm its best to make
sure your route will be served; sometimes the bus service
stops early.
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Cayman Islands
travel guide
Cayman Islands
Overview
Where to go
When to go
Getting there
Costs & currency
Communications
Food and drink
Brief history
Best of Cayman Islands
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Cayman Brac
Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman
Stingray City
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The Town
North and East
Seven Mile Beach and
West Bay
Little Cayman
Little Cayman
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