Captain's Blog
The Captain's Blog reports the goings on from scuba diving in the Cayman Islands with Ocean Frontiers Diving Adventures.
What Makes the Cayman Islands a World-Class Dive Destination? 0
- Brian Hellemn
- December 04th 2025
Explore why the Cayman Islands rank #1 for wall diving, with dramatic drop-offs, healthy reefs, wrecks, and East End adventures that make every dive trip unforgettable.
“Tagged & Tracked”: The Story Behind Cayman’s Shark Protectors 1
- Brian Hellemn
- November 04th 2025
Fifty years ago, Caymanian fishermen commercially hunted sharks for their skins, virtually wiping out local populations. By the early 2000s, seeing a shark while diving in Cayman was rare, and the instinct for many local fisherman was still "if you see one, kill it." Today, the Cayman Islands is a shark sanctuary where these apex predators are protected by law and celebrated by the community.
The Green Shorts Service Takes The Cake in the 2026 SCUBA Diving Magazine Reader's Choice Awards 0
- Brian Hellemn
- October 30th 2025
Ocean Frontiers earned first place across all major dive operator categories in SCUBA Diving Magazine's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, with Compass Point Dive Resort recognized as Best Overall Resort in the Caribbean. Gratitude to the divers whose votes honored Grand Cayman's East End for safety, service, and marine stewardship.
Master Your GoPro 2026 - Underwater Video with Carlos Villoch 1
- Steve Broadbelt
- October 16th 2025
After an incredible event this year (2025) Ocean Frontiers have already planned our 2026 video workshop, hosted at Compass Point Dive Resort on the East End of Grand Cayman. GoPro cameras are the most popular cameras we see onboard our dive boats, but there are almost zero diving based workshops available to divers from North America.
Fantasea Land: Discover The Dreamy Underwater Paradise 104
- Brian Hellemn
- July 30th 2025
Explore Fantasea Land, Grand Cayman's underwater paradise featuring stunning swim-throughs, vibrant coral meadows, and abundant marine life. This dreamy dive site offers depths of 25'-60'and is famous for its spectacular Star Coral spawning events. Located just 25 minutes from Ocean Frontiers, it's perfect for divers seeking magical underwater experiences.
Discover High Rock Drop-Off: A Perfect Grand Cayman Dive Site for All Levels 83
- Brian Hellemn
- July 28th 2025
Explore High Rock Drop-Off, a premier Grand Cayman dive site featuring dramatic walls, vibrant marine life including Hawksbill turtles and Southern Stingrays, and depths suitable for all experience levels.
Eagle Ray’s Bar & Grill Serves Up Oceanfront Flavor and Island Vibes at Compass Point Dive Resort 0
- Brian Hellemn
- May 30th 2025
Enjoy the perfect blend of Caribbean cuisine and oceanfront dining at Eagle Ray's Bar & Grill, located at Compass Point Dive Resort in Grand Cayman's East End. Eagle Ray' restaurant offers fresh island flavors, stunning sea views, and a welcoming atmosphere for divers, tourists, and locals alike.
Green Shorts Express - Unlimited & Free Special Offer 87
- Steve
- May 04th 2025
What is the best way to speed up your quest for the coveted Green Shorts? Escape the crowds, fly down to Grand Cayman and experience a ‘Green Shorts Express Week’ before the end of 2025.