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.
Halloween in Cayman
By Clare-Louise McGrathYou are bound to have a spooktacular time while celebrating Halloween in the Cayman Islands. This popular event attracts people of all ages.

Free Shuttle Service in George Town
By Clare-Louise McGrathEverything you need to know about the new free shuttle service available in George Town.
Cayman Banks Help Locals During COVID-19 Pandemic
By Clare-Louise McGrathThe 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
By Clare-Louise McGrathGuide to holiday shopping hours in the Cayman Islands. Find opening and closing hours for all your favourite Cayman shops.

Christmas in Cayman: What to Do During the Holidays
By Clare-Louise McGrathChristmas is a magical time of year in the Cayman Islands. There are plenty of traditional and festive events to keep you busy during the holiday.

Cayman Carnival Batabano
By Clare-Louise McGrathAt the details on dates and times of each parade, a full list of the mas bands involved with each and much more.

Purple Ribbon Bus
By Clare-Louise McGrathThe 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
By Clare-Louise McGrathRemodelling 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.

Elections and Voting
By Clare-Louise McGrathLooking for details about Cayman's 2021 General Elections? Here we provide information on getting registered and casting your vote in Cayman.

Cayman Islands Election Candidates
By Clare-Louise McGrathThe confirmed list of candidates for Cayman's upcoming election.

Major Capital Projects for 2021
By Clare-Louise McGrathThere are major capital developments and big changes in the Cayman Islands infrastructure to look forward to in 2020.

Cayman's Strategic Policy Statement (SPS)
By Clare-Louise McGrathA look at the Government's long-term policy plan, including community objectives, budgetary allotments and more.

Customs & Traditions
By Clare-Louise McGrathWattle 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
By Clare-Louise McGrathDating 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
By Clare-Louise McGrathCaymanian women and children would decorate their gardens with powder-white sand from the beach and on Christmas Eve would rake it into intricate patterns.
