From the second I stepped off the boat into the crystal blue water, I was hooked. A few strokes with my flippers, goggles, and snorkel tube took me a sand reef with plentiful sting rays- one of the oceans most beautiful and graceful creatures. It…Read More

From the second I stepped off the boat into the crystal blue water, I was hooked. A few strokes with my flippers, goggles, and snorkel tube took me a sand reef with plentiful sting rays- one of the oceans most beautiful and graceful creatures. It was just amazing to swim with them, pet them, and even feed them (although I must admit I was a little disturbed when the guide dropped a whole, slimy squid into my hand). After an hour at the stingray bar, the guide took us back onto the boat, where he shared his experiences and taught us about the magnificent creatures we just interacted with. The entire trip was an excursion from a Carnival Cruise, and it was worth the $150 and the sunburn I got afterward.   Close

I was so excited to get to go to the Cayman Islands because I lived and worked in the Caribbean dive industry and had heard about the diving (but I couldn't dive on this trip due to my pregnancy). In fact, it was during…Read More

I was so excited to get to go to the Cayman Islands because I lived and worked in the Caribbean dive industry and had heard about the diving (but I couldn't dive on this trip due to my pregnancy). In fact, it was during the worst part of the pregnancy and I didn't feel like doing much of anything. I was excited about eating fresh fish, but I couldn't put it in my mouth! I wanted to see the island, but the road trip made me sick. So, I wouldn't recommend going any place you really want to go when you're two or three months pregnant. I really would love to go again sometime when I can dive and enjoy all the wonderful things the island has to offer.   Close

The Atlantis submarine took me deep in the ocean to see the most brightly-colored coral and fish I've ever seen, plus an interesting assortment of shipwrecks, scary fish (barracudas, eels, etc.), and other fascinating things. I petted stingrays in Stingray City, saw a turtle…Read More

The Atlantis submarine took me deep in the ocean to see the most brightly-colored coral and fish I've ever seen, plus an interesting assortment of shipwrecks, scary fish (barracudas, eels, etc.), and other fascinating things. I petted stingrays in Stingray City, saw a turtle nursery, and even went to a place called Hell (a village) where the sweetest old man worked in the post office/gift shop with his darling wife – he was dressed in a devil suit, but he was much too nice to be a devil! I even won a limbo contest for the over-35 group, believe it or not! It was a wonderful vacation!   Close

Grand Cayman is indeed a little bit of heaven. The Seven Mile Beach is very beautiful, with the warmest sand and water anywhere. Snorkling reveals a myriad of tropical fish and other marine life. The moderating breezes are very comfortable all the…Read More

Grand Cayman is indeed a little bit of heaven. The Seven Mile Beach is very beautiful, with the warmest sand and water anywhere. Snorkling reveals a myriad of tropical fish and other marine life. The moderating breezes are very comfortable all the time. Swimming with the sting rays at Sting Ray City was a highlight in my life. The rays actually take food from your hand. What a thrill! In St George, the capital, mini Submarine tours are available, and are truly awesome. The turtle farm is an interesting place to visit, with turtles of all stages of growth to see. Turtle stew and soup is available in the restaurant on site. This holiday was well worth the money spent, and I look forward to going back.    Close

I was unaware when we went how expensive things would be. First off, we only got $.75 for every one of our dollars. We did have a kitchen in our condo, so that was helpful with food, but the on thing I remember is that…Read More

I was unaware when we went how expensive things would be. First off, we only got $.75 for every one of our dollars. We did have a kitchen in our condo, so that was helpful with food, but the on thing I remember is that milk is $5 a gallon. We also rented a car and gas was expensive also, around $3.50 a gallon, and that is in Cayman Island dollars.

If you want to do shopping, do it before 5pm because closes at 5pm and nothing is open on Sundays, including the bars after midnight on Saturday night.

If you are staying at Morrit's or on the east end, a rental car is a must. It only took a couple of minutes to get used to driving on the left. Most of the road system is pretty basic and not a lot of…Read More

If you are staying at Morrit's or on the east end, a rental car is a must. It only took a couple of minutes to get used to driving on the left. Most of the road system is pretty basic and not a lot of traffic.

The local people are very friendly and you can go anywhere on the island. If you rent a car, rent from one of the local companies. They are cheaper and the cars are comparable. I wouldn't recommend Budget. The service wasn't very good and the car wasn't in great condition.

We were fortunate that we had a week on the east side of the island at the Morritt's Tortuga Club. This resort was very remote, away from the main part of island by about 45 minute drive through many small 'towns'. We wrapped up…Read More

We were fortunate that we had a week on the east side of the island at the Morritt's Tortuga Club. This resort was very remote, away from the main part of island by about 45 minute drive through many small 'towns'. We wrapped up our stay with 8 days (could have stayed longer!) at the Grand Caymanian, which was less than 5 minutes away from everything: grocery stores, restaurants, beach, shops, etc.

My husband and son both had the time of their lives with about 20 dives between them, both day and night. We also took a pirate dinner cruise with the twins and a submarine ride (approx. 70ft) for the entire family.

I believe we will try to spend this next summer there again. :)

Grand Cayman`s Seven Mile Beach, which begins north of George Town, has sparkling white sands with Australian pines. The beach is really about five and a half miles long, but the label of "seven mile" has stuck. The beach is known for its array of…Read More

Grand Cayman`s Seven Mile Beach, which begins north of George Town, has sparkling white sands with Australian pines. The beach is really about five and a half miles long, but the label of "seven mile" has stuck. The beach is known for its array of water sports and its translucent aquamarine waters, average water temperature is 80 degrees.   Close

If you want to see the island, you can take a taxi tour for 40 dollars per hour - the taxi can hold up to five people. A three-hour tour would cover all the sights. Make sure to stop in Hell and send a…Read More

If you want to see the island, you can take a taxi tour for 40 dollars per hour - the taxi can hold up to five people. A three-hour tour would cover all the sights. Make sure to stop in Hell and send a postcard home.   Close

This is a nice place for food, drinks, and fun in the sun. You can take a taxi from George Town for five dollars to Royal Palms, and then for two dollars you can use the showers and changing rooms for the whole day. It…Read More

This is a nice place for food, drinks, and fun in the sun. You can take a taxi from George Town for five dollars to Royal Palms, and then for two dollars you can use the showers and changing rooms for the whole day. It is located right on the Seven Mile Beach. Live music Wed-Sun, bar, and snack bar, a fun place.   Close