A native Caymanian, Clare-Louise McGrath attended university in the UK, where she received a BA (Hons) and MA in English Literature from the University of Kent. Upon returning to Grand Cayman in 2017, Clare-Louise joined Acorn Media as a writer and editor where she writes for all four Acorn Media brands. She also edits the Cayman Good Taste magazine.
7 Gifts for the Adventure Enthusiast
Seven gifts and experiences to inspire great memories this holiday season.
Gifts for the Luxury Lover
Set the standard for luxury this holiday season with these deluxe gift ideas.
5 Perfect Gifts for the Island Epicurean
Treat your favourite foodie to a delicious culinary experience this Christmas.
Cayman Banks Help Locals During COVID-19 Pandemic
The impact of the COVID-19 crisis in the Cayman Islands has been widely felt. To help ease the burden local banks have begun offering money saving initiatives.
Holiday Shopping Hours: What's Open, What's Closed
Guide to holiday shopping hours in the Cayman Islands. Find opening and closing hours for all your favourite Cayman shops.
Halloween in Cayman
You are bound to have a spooktacular time while celebratng Halloween in the Cayman Islands. This popuar event attracts people of all ages.
Cayman Carnival Batabano
Here we clear up all the confusion with the official dates and times of each parade, a full list of the mas bands involved with each and much more.
Purple Ribbon Bus
The Purple Ribbon Bus is a free bus service in Cayman that is designed to prevent drinking and driving over the holiday season.
Six Tips for Planning a Successful Remodelling Project
Remodelling your home isn’t without its headaches, however with some careful consideration (and the help of Cayman’s experts) the burden is easier to bear.
Celebrating Birthdays & Special Occasions in Cayman
Ideas for kids birthday parties and special occasions in the Cayman Islands.
Major Capital Projects for 2020
There are major capital developments and big changes in the Cayman Islands infrastructure to look forward to in 2020.
Customs & Traditions
Wattle and Daub? Backing Sand? Learn about Cayman's customs, traditions and formalities...plus get the latest news on the 'Marl Road' and find a local festival.
The Traditional Cayman Home
Dating back to the mid-18th century, the traditional Caymanian home or 'wattle and daub' cottage was a resilient and practical dwelling with tons of character.
Backing Sand
Caymanian women and children would decorate their gardens with powder-white sand from the beach and on Christmas Eve would rake it into intricate patterns.
Catboat Regattas
Catboats are an integral part of Cayman's proud maritime heritage. These small and skillfully crafted vessels were once used for fishing and turtling.
