Diving in the Caribbean Sea

Photo from http://www.grandcaymansdiving.com/

When I just move to the Cayman Islands, I was amazed by the color of water.
After 4years, water is still beautiful and warm all through the year.

Thursday night, I had a chance to go to "Underwater Film Festival" with my friend.  It was very nice to see underwater photo and film which was filmed mostly in the Cayman Water.

When I snorkel, I was very surprised how fish is friendly to us.

They just swimming around me as if they don't even see me.

Even at Seven Mile Beach, I see so many fishes swimming around humans.  One day I was in the water (maybe 10 feet from shore) and fish was tickling my feet.  I see turtle, spotted ray etc etc...

Living in the Cayman Islands and not to experience Diving is nothing but wasting time to me.
But years pass by and I still don't have license.  Next year I will get my diving license and take photos of these beautiful fishes.

Halloween in Cayman

What is Halloween? Really.
Like I mentioned in my last Blog, in Cayman, I see almost naked ladies posting photos on facebook.
And they just drink more than usual and get wasted more than usual. Hey you guys drinking every weekend right? So....what is the point?

Anyway, I am from Japan and we don't cerebrate Halloween so I just not understanding why is it so fun. That's all.

BTW, Rotary Club Gland Cayman create a House of Horror to raise fund.
We went inside to film this House of Horror. They did a really great job.  They had many people who dressed up like zombie, ghost, scary mask man, etc...   and yes I jumped one time.

:)

Movemberrrr

Sometime you will learn about something in a way you never expect.
I've been seeing this word "Movember" since last month everywhere and I was just thinking it's a gentleman's event which they can officially do something crazy and drink a lot because it is Movember. (it's not 100% wrong right?)

Something like Halloween. (Halloween here in Cayman is the day when woman can walk around almost naked because they wear a costume and because Halloween.)

But it was way deeper than that.
Here is Cayman Island Movember official facebook site CLICK HERE
Thank you for CML TV to let us capture this event. (We have four more event to go!)

From now on, I won't give you a look if you have beer in your hand and walking around with wired moustache. I promise! (Only in November)

Here is Philip Bloom enjoying Movember!  ENJOY!

Cayman Life

I had experienced some hard time as expat.

From my boy friend's work permit issue to company resister issue.
And last week, police broke into our apartment. They said they were searching someone and thought our room is the one but it wasn't. We weren't at home that time. Police knock our door but nobody answer the door (of course) so they thought the person who they are looking might be hiding in the house, so they broke the door and went in.

Me and my boy friend didn't know anything. Came home and see door bending and key has been replaced.  So we called land owner and he explained this incident.
We went to police station and got new key.

What a drama...

But, mostly we are having very productive days.
My boyfriend has work permit under new company, and we have some new team members.

Sometime I wonder where money is going to come but excitement takes over concern.
Is that good?   Well, I believe so.

 I found this little kitty taking nap and said to my self, don't worry thing will work out in the end.

And this law always works for me. 

Cayman Islands Department of Tourism video is LIVE!

Hi friends,
Finally video we filmed for DOT(Department of Tourism) is up!

Well it has been up for a while now, so forgive me for the late update.
These are just beginning, so stay tuned at BeneficialTV or CaymanTourism YouTube Page.

Here is the caption from CaymanTourism site about this video.
"gal•li•vant: To go around from one place to another in the pursuit of pleasure or entertainment.
Introducing Gallivantin' in the Cayman Islands, the official YouTube series of the Cayman Islands. Join hosts Luigi Moxam and Kamala Murugesu on the road as they take you on a trek exploring all that is Cayman. From island hotspots, attractions, dining, nightlife, attractions, and events, they'll give you a taste of local flava like you've never seen.
Whether you crave off-the-beaten path or popular activities, we have it all here for you.
Part one of the series "Cayman Time" takes an in depth look at both the wild and relaxing elements of the Cayman Islands. Featuring QE II Botanic Park, the Blue Iguana Recovery Programme, and RumPoint. Hope you have as much fun watching as we had making! "
And HERE ater the videos!

ENJOY!

Cayman Islands Pirates Week 2011

Last week was the busiest week for me since I start working for Beneficial Entertainment.
Cayman's Pirates week coverage for Department of tourism, filming and editing for Cml-tv and souple other editing for the job we did since last month.

Pressure and Deadline, responding many e-mail can takes couple hours (which I am not good at..).

But I must say, I had great time with Ms. Cassandra from DOT, Luigi Moxam and our team Harrison, Jamie, Devonte and Michael. Thanks a lot for getting through with us.

And I am a bit nervous that we will be editing this footage and many sleepless night is waiting in front of me.

Pirates Week in Cayman kicked off from Little Cayman. And of course we were there to film.
This wasn't a first time for me to visit Little Cayman but it was first time I could go around and see how beautiful this Little Island is.  I've been telling so many people that they need to go to Little Cayman.
And it was THAT AMAZING! 

This coming week DOT will be releasing YouTube Video that we filmed and edit. So stay tuned!

Team having fun time after hard working.

This photo was taken at Little Cayman Beach Resort (Club)'s pool. Just before we fly back to Grand Cayman.  Oh my, what can I say about this resort. Their staff is super friendly. Smile all the time.
And their food is just incredible.  I love their tea selection and cake selection. For breakfast, you can enjoy all kind of tropical fruits and omelet. For lunch and Dinner, you will find some interesting creative menu but I never disappoint.  Dinner time they will have cakes lined up for sweet mouth like me!

You will have to see it by yourself!
So again! Stay tuned to DOT's YouTube. And I will update as well.  

Q&A about Cayman Islands

One day, I was doing photo shoot for clients from over seas.
We were talking about how Cayman's beaches are gorgeous.
Water is so clear as you can see in this photo.
Fishes are so friendly. Weather is nice. Turtle firm, Rum Point, Beach activity...etc
Here are some common questions and answers about Cayman Islands.

Q:  Is there a winter season?
A:  If you are talking about cold weather, NO.
      Local people called end of the year to beginning of the year (Nov.-Feb) winter season but it is still hot.

Q: Can I swim any time? All through the year?
A: 200% YES!  ANYTIME!  Christmas, New Years, you can come down with T-shirts and short pants.
    Of course don't forget to bring swim suits! :)

Q: What is Cayman's local food?
A: I believe, Turtle meat and Conch is the Cayman's local food.
     Other recommend: Fish Fry (escovitch style), Lobster, Cassava Cake, Fresh Tropical Fruits etc..

Q: What is Stingray City like?
A: You can find lots of photos and videos about Stingray City online.
     Stingray City is one of my favorite spot in Cayman. Many tourist come back here just to go back Stingray City.

Q: What about Hurricane season?
A: Hurricane season? I've been here for 3.5 years and I experienced one hurricane. It wasn't bad at all.
     If you are coming down you can check tropical weather on line. If you don't see any Tropical Storm in the Caribbean area, you are safe. Hurricane doesn't appear in one day.

Q: Is it safe?
A: Yes. Compare to other Caribbean country, Cayman is very safe.
     When I just moved here, I used to get scared because stranger will just come to me and talk to me.
     They are very friendly and helpful.  So many people offered me a ride when I had no car, and I still keep in touch with some of them.

That's it for now.

It's getting too long to read....

So are you coming down? 
All right!  See you at beach!