2 Best Nightlife in East End, Cayman Islands

This delightful seaside slice of old Cayman—grizzled regulars slamming down dominoes, fabulous sea views, old model cars, Friday-night dances to local legend Lammie, karaoke Saturday with Elvis impersonator Errol Dunbar, and reasonably priced red conch chowder and jerk chicken sausage—is also a big politico hangout. Fascinating photos, some historical, show local scenes and personalities. The juke jives, from Creedence Clearwater Revival to Mighty Sparrow.

This spot draws an eclectic group of dive masters, expats, honeymooners, and mingling singles. The knockout, colorful cocktails pack quite a punch, making the sunset last for hours. The bar dialogue is entertainment enough, but don't miss local legend, country-calypsonian Barefoot Man, when he plays "upstairs" at Tides—he's to Cayman what Jimmy Buffett is to Key West.