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There are no gay bars or clubs and the local gay and lesbian community congregates privately, within individual homes. Nonetheless, the official attitude doesn't make for a happy vacation, and displays of same-sex affection are severely frowned upon in Cayman Islands society. The tourism directors at George Town stated at the time: "We cannot count on this group to uphold the standards of appropriate behavior expected of visitors to the Cayman Islands." The decision drew massive protest in America, with many groups, even travel agents, discouraging travel to the Cayman Islands or calling for a complete boycott of the Cayman Islands.Īlthough the government officially sanctioned the ban of the Leeward, such intolerance is often not endorsed by individual hotel owners, who have told us privately that they welcome gay and lesbian patronage. In 1998 the Cayman Islands government notoriously turned away Norwegian Cruise Lines Leeward, which was carrying 900 gay passengers. But the government of the Cayman Islands has been particularly vocal and unapologetic in expressing its anti-gay attitudes. None of the islands in the Caribbean are completely gay-friendly, even more liberal destinations like Puerto Rico and St. Industry Bar is a dark, cavernous gay bar with couches, colorful lighting. Most of the gay and lesbian community regards the Cayman Islands as gay-hostile as opposed to gay-friendly. Theres also a location on 36th, if you prefer something a few blocks south.