Cayman Reef Resort, George Town

Advantages: beaches
Disadvantages: price

...About the Cayman Islands. They are 3 beautiful little islands, situated in the middle of the Caribbean in between Jamaica and Cuba. Originally discovered by Christopher Columbus after seeing Turtles nearby. The Main Island and home to the Capital George Town is Grand Cayman. This is where most people visiting the Cayman Islands will come to weather it be by plane or cruise ship.Further out of town but not to far is the beautiful Seven Mile Beach. The Cayman Islands are sat on top of an inactive volcano which means diving is great. The climate is tropical so it's warm all year round. The summer months also mean the start of hurricane season when the island can be subject to high waves and winds. Best time to visit is December to May.I have too see this place ageinin January time... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Beautiful clean beaches, clear water and nice weather.
Disadvantages: Can be expensive and over run from people from cruise liners.

...I went to Grand Cayman last October and found it to be everything I'd imagined it to be. The beaches have lovely light coloured soft sand, beautiful clear waters and the snorkelling is fantastic. So many brightly coloured fish to see and reefs to explore. In October it is very hot there but there is the occasional downpour which tends to be very heavy. However, the rain does not last long and within half an hour everything is dry again. We stayed at a hotel called the Spanish Bay Reef which was excellent and is situatied at the north end of the island. The food was really good and they also laid on barbecues in the evenings on the beach. I would recommend avoiding staying at any of the hotels along seven mile beach. These hotels also cater for passengers visiting from the huge cruise liners that moor just off the island about 3 times... Read review

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Advantages: Warm Waters and Warm people on shores; Aquamarine, deep waters; Lots of fish to keep you stimulated!
Disadvantages: None encountered

...had no problems at all. When we docked our boats at the local harbour visit the city, we did have to pay the fees. We made a point to tip the workers. We walked all over the town and never had any trouble with criminal types. Many say that various groups of people commit crimes on the island. We did not see any. I must add that when traveling abroad, one must always be alert and aware of your surroundings. The Cayman Islands is such a laidback place. You can find various communities of American, British, Canadian, and German expatriates there. I imagine they were once tourists who have since then fallen in love with the natural beauty of the country. Depending on whom you talk to, you will find out that things are not expensive at all. You will get a good value for your hard earned money. Then, comes morning, head out... Read review

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