Public Relations

To manage external and internal communications and relationships, in both international and local arenas, so that goodwill and mutual understanding is developed between the Department of Tourism and its publics.

Top Functions

Visiting Journalist Programme
- Trips that provide writers, bloggers, journalists the opportunity to visit the Cayman Islands and write articles, posts, photos and other methods of promoting the Cayman Islands in a variety of communications.
Crisis communication
- Providing support and messaging during crisis situations for global publication.
Public awareness
- Increase awareness about the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism activities to the residents of the Cayman Islands.
Influencer Marketing
- For media professionals and content creators interested in experiencing and showcasing the Cayman Islands, we invite you to reach out to pr@caymanislands.ky

Lauren Brook

Manager, Global Public Relations Services

Lauren joined the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism in August 2022. She has more than 10 years of experience in public relations, internal communications, and business development in the Cayman Islands, UK, and Canada.

Hannah Ebanks

Public Relations Officer

Hannah Ebanks joined the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism in July 2021 as the Public Relations Officer, having previously worked in journalism, marketing and public relations. Hannah is responsible for copywriting, assisting with media relations and managing the Visiting Journalist and Influencer Programme and supervises the Public Relations Assistant.

Raejani Lopez

Public Relations Officer

Raejani Lopez joined the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism in November 2023 as a Public Relations Officer, bringing experience in digital marketing, marketing communications & events, public relations and education in Grand Cayman, London, and South Korea.

Lori-Ann Whittaker

Public Relations Assistant

Lori-Ann Whittaker joined the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism in October 2023 as the Public Relations Assistant. Lori-Ann is responsible for writing for the bi-weekly Tourism Tuesday Newsletter sharing industry updates with the wider community, assisting with the Visiting Journalist and Influencer Programme and managing the administrative needs for the Public Relations Unit.