Clearly Cayman Dive Log – Snapper Reef

Originally from Michigan, Reef Divers Cayman Brac manager Joe Kellogg just kept moving south until he ended up in the Caymans. One of his favorite local dives is Snapper Reef, near the western tip of Cayman Brac. Joe delights in watching divers’ eyes open wide as they explore the reef’s beautiful coral formations and lots […]
I’ve Seen That – Balloonfish

The adorable balloonfish (Diodon holocanthus) is an odd‐shaped swimmer that belongs to the Porcupinefish family. These fish (aka spiny puffers) have the unique ability to draw in water to greatly inflate their bodies as a defense against potential predators. Balloonfish have long spines, which are always in an upright position or become upright when they […]
Meet Gregory, Cayman Brac Beach Resort Chef

For Chef Gregory, this is an encore performance at Cayman Brac Beach Resort. He first graced our kitchen in 2003 and returned in March to whip up more food magic for guests. Chef is known for crowd‐pleasing creations like lobster bisque prepared by simmering lobster heads, onions, garlic, celery, and carrots. After straining it, he […]
Meet Professor Sponge

It’s hard not to get excited about sponges when viewed through the eyes of Joseph R. Pawlik, Ph.D., esteemed professor of marine biology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW). He’s been studying them and conducting research on Caribbean sponges for the past 25+ years because, according to Pawlik, “…they are an excellent model […]
Meet Everton, Maintenance at Cayman Brac Beach Resort

One of our company’s longest-serving team members, Everton has been with us for more than 17 years. Although he’s a naturally happy person, he positively beams when everything at the resort is running smoothly and guests are satisfied. “I want guests to come back, so especially when there is a problem, I try to take […]