West Bay, Grand Cayman

From fishingbooker.com

As Spring Break travel planning ramps up, boating is playing a bigger role in how travelers choose where to go. Destinations that drew the strongest boating demand last Spring Break are back in focus this year, and booking data places the Cayman Islands among the best boating destinations, with two locations appearing in the Top 10 across the U.S. and Caribbean.

The ranking comes from an analysis of Spring Break 2025 bookings on BoatBooker, which tracked where travelers booked boating experiences during the busiest weeks of the season.

Why the Cayman Islands rank among the best

The Cayman Islands’ strong performance reflects their reputation for clear waters, vibrant marine life, and easy access to a wide range of boating experiences. West Bay and George Town both attracted strong demand, highlighting the islands’ ability to offer memorable on-the-water experiences within a compact and accessible destination.

From snorkeling and reef exploration to sightseeing cruises and private charters, visitors can enjoy diverse boating options just minutes from shore. Well-developed marinas, experienced local operators, and consistently calm conditions continue to make the Cayman Islands a popular choice for Spring Break travelers looking to spend more time on the water.

“The Cayman Islands stand out because they combine world-class marine environments with an easy, visitor-friendly boating experience,” said Vukan Simic, CEO of BoatBooker. “Seeing two Cayman locations rank among the top Spring Break boating destinations reflects that broad appeal.”

While the ranking is based on last year’s data, it offers insight into where Spring Break boating demand tends to concentrate as travelers plan upcoming trips.

Methodology

BoatBooker analyzed internal booking data from trips scheduled during peak Spring Break weeks, defined as March 10 through April 6, 2025. Destinations were ranked based on total completed bookings during this period. The analysis focused on the 10 destinations with the highest Spring Break boating demand across the United States and the Caribbean. More on the analysis here. 

The 10 Best Boating Towns for Spring Break include:

• West Bay, Cayman Islands
• George Town, Cayman Islands

• Nassau, Bahamas
• Islamorada, FL
• Fajardo, Puerto Rico
• Naples, FL
• Marathon, FL
• Sarasota, FL
• Destin, FL
• Cancún, Mexico

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