GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, Nov. 9 Cayman-Islands-open
GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, Nov. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hurricane Paloma
passed the Cayman Islands last night, the All Clear for the Sister Islands of
Cayman Brac and Little Cayman was issued. In the wake of Paloma, Grand Cayman
returns to business as usual today, the business of tranquil seas and plenty
of sunshine.
Owen Roberts International Airport re-opened for business yesterday,
November 8, for all inbound and outbound flights. All travelers are urged to
confirm their reservations with their airlines and accommodations prior to
arrival. Hotels on the island are currently accepting reservations and new
guests.
"It is essentially business as usual in Grand Cayman and we look forward
to once again welcoming visitors to our idyllic island destination," said the
Cayman Islands Minister of Tourism, Hon. Charles E. Clifford. "Damage
assessment continues in Cayman Brac and Little Cayman," added Minister
Clifford. "Our first priority is to provide for the safety and basic needs of
our fellow citizens on the Sister Islands."
Minister Clifford will be flying to Cayman Brac today, Sunday November 9,
from Grand Cayman. "While Paloma passed 30 miles away from Grand Cayman,
sparing us, it strengthened considerably before it hit the Sister Islands."
Initial assessment efforts currently underway in Cayman Brac indicate that
the Gerrard Smith Airport should be able to accommodate jet aircraft traffic
at some point today.
Government officials and people of the Cayman Islands keep in mind the
people of Cuba who last night experienced Paloma, along with the other
neighboring countries that remain in the path of the storm.
For more information please contact:
Missy Farren & Associates, Ltd. (212) 528-1691
cayman@mfaltd.com
SOURCE Cayman Islands
