Hi there,

I'm looking for some advice about what it's like to live in the Caymans as a single 30 year old. There's a job there that I'm thinking of applying for, but all the info I've read about living in the Cayman Islands focuses on families, which makes me wonder if it's the right kind of place for someone in my situation.

Any words of wisdom would be much appreciated!

It is a great place for single people, loads of places to go out and a vibrant social life as long as you like a drink or two and enjoy sports! I went there when I was 28 and had a ball.

Thanks, Orangepants, I appreciate your reply. Now I just have to figure out if I should give up my job in the UK and just go for it!

Hi, I've just joined the forum recently so please bear with me.....

In a similar vein to 10ktraining, I am contemplating relocating to the Cayman Islands and have reservations about life for a single 30 year old male. I am very sporty (cycling, running, swimming, rugby, football) and enjoy a drink or two etc.

Sorry to probe, but does anyone have additional insight into single life in Cayman Islands?

For instance, is there a revolving door culture with people coming on island and then leaving in a relatively short period of time? I understand that there is a 7 year limit to residency, which can be extended, but in general do people only stay a year or two at most?

What time do bars close at? Is the island quiet on Sundays?

I would be moving from London so I am used to plenty of opportunities to socialise.

I would like to think this move would be medium to long term so hence my questions.

Many thanks
TFMOE

People do tend to spend longer than a couple of years as it is quite expensive to get set up and then they try and make it worthwhile to recoup the costs and of course try and save tax free. Bars close at midnight Sat and Sunday and 1am on weekdays. The beaches are busy at the weekends and Sundays are champagne brunch days so tend to be a bit boozy!

It will be nothing like London, but if you participate in sport then you will meet people and get a reasonable social life. There are lots of Canadians and Irish amongst the young single crowd.
It is fun but quite laidback..

Thanks Orangepants.....food for thought.