Medical Tourism & Health Care: Health City Cayman Islands performed the Caribbean’s first FARAPULSE™ pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation on July 28, offering a minimally invasive, non-thermal option with most patients going home within 24 hours. Cruise Accessibility: A new report highlights how cruise tender ports can be frustrating for wheelchair users, with Grand Cayman cited as a rare case where a portable ramp enabled access. Tourism Resilience: The Cayman Islands Government has brought back its Worry Free Hurricane Guarantee for 2026, letting eligible travelers cancel with no more than a one-night penalty (and sometimes refunds or replacement stays) when a hurricane watch is issued. Hospitality Investment: Grand Cayman Marriott Resort is investing millions to restore its beachfront shoreline, aiming to protect coral and reopen the beach to the public after work finishes in early September. Local Tourism Support: The Ministry’s Visitor Experience Development Grant Programme is backing tourism entrepreneurs with up to CI$50,000 to grow new, market-aligned visitor experiences. Wildlife & Conservation: Department of Environment volunteers helped rescue a 400-pound sea turtle found in a Rum Point swimming pool, tagging and releasing it back to sea. Air Connectivity & Business: Xtrip Inc. opened new enterprise offices in Dubai and George Town, positioning Cayman as a Caribbean hub for resort tech and island logistics. Visitor Safety: Cayman Customs jailed a visitor for importing ATM scam devices, underscoring enforcement at Owen Roberts International Airport.