Coral Beach announces closure amid worsening coastal erosion

🔴 | After significant beach loss and repeated battering from severe wave action, Coral Beach has announced it will be closing its Seven Mile Beach establishment at month’s end.

Crown Jewel, trading as Coral Beach, issued a statement Friday afternoon announcing the conclusion of their lease agreement with landlord Cayman Shores Limited, a subsidiary of Dart, saying effective 31 Jan. it will cease operations.

“This decision comes after a prolonged period of environmental challenges, including ongoing beach erosion, diminished beach access and the demolition of the main bar building due to storm damage which have significantly impacted the ability to deliver an pleasing beach experience that guests to Seven Mile Beach deserve,” the statement said.

Deputy Premier and Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan, in an immediate reaction to the announcement, described the situation as yet “another blow” to the island’s tourism product.


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