When we traveled to Grand Cayman we had one thing in mind…get away from the depressing lovely piles of New Hampshire snow. We wanted to soak in the sunshine and play in the sand. We did a few outings but the beach was our main agenda. Here is our 5-day itinerary for Grand Cayman:
Where do you fly in?
The best place to fly in is Owen Roberts International Airport
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Where did we stay?
We rented an amazing condo at the Regal Beach Club. There were 2 pools and right on the stunning Seven Mile Beach. The beaches were never crowded and the sand was powder white.
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DAY 1
We always spend the first full day enjoying our hotel and spending time in the sun and sand with our family. Splash in the pool or head to the closest beach and soak up all the sunshine!
After playing in the sun we had to do a few errands. Since we stayed at a condo, we went to the market to load up on local food to make for breakfasts and lunches. We found a farmer’s market and bought delicious local fruit and vegetables.
After lunch, we rented jet skis on 7 Mile Beach.
Dinner: Deckers Caribbean Grill This is a fun beach bar where you can sit with your feet right in the sand.
DAY 2
Our morning was spent by the pool before heading out to do some exploring.
Lunch: Macabuca Oceanside Tiki Bar and Grill Your stunning view of the rustic coast line is of jagged rocks with waves crashing on them. Try the conch chowder.
After lunch we walked across the street to the Cayman Turtle Center. Learn all about these adorable animals and even get to hold some baby turtles. The farm also has sharks, colorful birds, and fish. You can also snorkel here, but we didn’t do it.
Dinner: Cracked Conch This was one of the most beautiful outdoor settings I have ever eaten at in the Caribbean. Ask for a table near the edge of the water so you can watch the night divers.
DAY 3
We did a fun 3-hour boat excursion that stopped at Stingray City, where we swam with stingrays at a sandbar. We also stopped at two different places to snorkel, including the Barrier Reef.
Dinner: The Wharf Another perfect outdoor dining experience. Ask to sit by the edge so you can enjoy watching the tarpon. Kids can ask to feed them.
DAY 4
Spend the morning at Queen Elizabeth Botanical Park enjoying the flowers and trees on this 60-acre piece of paradise.
After lunch, head over to the Cayman Crystal Caves. All visitors receive guided walking tours. Tours are approximately 90 minutes and take you through the surrounding tropical forest area and three spectacular caves. You must make reservations for tours.
Dinner: Agua Restaurant It looks fancy but is actually very kid-friendly. The seafood was so fresh and it had incredible cocktails.
DAY 5
Today was another pool/beach day.
If you feel like an excursion, go on a boat tour that takes you to Starfish Point, a sandbar where hundreds of red starfish live in the crystal-clear water.
Dinner: Rackam’s Waterfront Bar and Grill Reserve a seaside table and get there before the sun sets.
What else can you do in the area?
Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More
Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman Island
Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour
Skip-the-Line Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only
History & Heritage Tour of Grand Cayman Island
Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park and Pedro St James Castle Tour in Grand Cayman
More restaurant recommendations
Vivo
Tukka
Ristorante Pappagallo
Bacaro
LeVele Restaurant
The Lobster Pot
Cimboco
Tips for a Great Trip to Grand Cayman
-Eat as much local fish as possible. We loved eating the grouper, wahoo, and sea bass.
-Get out on the water…diving, snorkeling, fishing, kayaking, etc. They have breathtaking coral reefs.
-Don’t go to Hell (a town that tourists flock to for some reason.)
-Money is in CI.
-It’s a VERY expensive island…excursions, cabs, and food.
-Don’t do a Stingray City excursion if the water is choppy and most kids can’t stand at the sandbar. It can be scary for husbands kids when the large stingrays come up to them.
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