Farewell notes from our Guest Register (February/2004)
"Marleine & Alain: Thank you so much. Turtle Nest Inn was incredible! The vacation was perfect! We loved the pool overlooking the beach. The snorkeling was awesome, we felt like we discovered a whole new, beautiful world. The Inn was immaculate! This was our first trip to Grand Cayman & we can't wait to bring the family back to Turtle Nest Inn. Thanks again -- we'll hopefully see you soon." S.S.&J.S., Granger, Indiana, USA (February 29, 2004)
Sunrise at Turtle Nest Inn (Melodie and Gary Hardke)
"Dear Marleine & Alain: What a wonderful spot! Beautiful, relaxing & perfect weather. You are both great hosts. Thank you for everything!" L.W.&M.W., Omaha, Nebraska, USA (February 28, 2004)
"As always, everything was great -- we relaxed, had some of our best snorkeling ever. The whole stay was exactly what we've come to expect from our favorite innkeepers & hosts. Thanks, see you same time next year." D.H.&B.H., Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA (February 28, 2004)
"We enjoyed our week stay at Turtle Nest Inn. The rooms were perfect and the service excellent. We would certainly recommend the Inn to our friends in the U.S. Grand Cayman island is beautiful and we enjoyed the restaurants and snorkeling." M.B.&L.B., Omaha, Nebraska, USA (February 28, 2004)
"Marleine & Alain: We enjoyed the snorkeling, scenery, and hospitality. This is our second visit and we hope to return for many more visits." R.P.&B.P., Apex, North Carolina, USA (February 28, 2004)
"Marleine & Alain: We so loved your little piece of heaven. It is hard to leave. The beauty of this place, the wonderful hospitality, were fantastic. High points -- wonderful, delicious terrace meals & the snorkeling." J.D.&A.D., Royal Oak, Michigan, USA (February 25, 2004)
"Marleine & Alain: Our first trip and it won't be our last! Loved the beach, location, snorkeling and terrace dinners. This was Val's birthday gift and she wants the same next year. Thanks again and we'll see you soon." R.B.&V.B., Houston, Texas, USA (February 24, 2004)
A view of the Inn pool (Melodie and Gary Hardke)
"Marleine & Alain: We had another delightful stay at Turtle Nest Inn. In our minds Linda and I always think of the Inn as the Turtle 'Rest'. Always comfortable surroundings and accommodations make it so easy to catch up on rest and relaxation. Already looking forward to another stay in the not-too-distant future. Thanks again and be well!" L.C.&M.C., Southbound Brook, New Jersey, USA (February 24, 2004)
"This was our 3rd trip to Turtle Nest Inn & our 1st trip with our new travel companion, our son Brian! Thank you so much for a very memorable vacation. Everything was great (as usual)!" K.K.,D.K.&B.K., Willowbrook, Illinois, USA (February 21, 2004)
"Thank you so much for your gracious hospitality. This was our 1st time to Turtle Nest Inn and we are very pleased with everything! This will be a very memorable vacation, especially for our son Evan who celebrated his 10th birthday here. Thank you again -- we hope to return to the Inn." D.C.,S.C.&E.C., Warwick, Rhode Island, USA (February 21, 2004)
Sunrise at Turtle Nest Inn (Melodie and Gary Hardke)
"Dear Marleine & Alain: Time flies at the Turtle Nest Inn, like the wind through our hair! This is the most treasured week of the year! We look forward to next year! Love..." M.R.&D.K., Washington, DC, USA (February 21, 2004)
"Dear Marleine & Alain: What a wonderful week! Truly a paradise...Your hospitality and the accommodations were just fantastic. We'll definitely recommend Turtle Nest Inn to all our snow-bound friends." V.S.&W.S., Syracuse, New York, USA (February 21, 2004)
"Dear Marleine & Alain: Hope your holiday to Little Cayman was as wonderful & relaxing as ours. Once again, the hardest thing is leaving! I'm sure we will be back next year for Year Four at your beautiful inn. Thanks again for all your hospitality & sharing your wonderful pets Blackie & Vitamine as we miss ours. See you next year!" P.D.,P.D.,J.D.&M.D., Bethel, Connecticut, USA (February 18, 2004)
The Inn in the background, while kayaking off the beach (Deb and
Jim Frantti)
"Of our four times to your beautiful island this has been by far our favorite place to stay! Tranquility at its best. Your friendliness and warmth made us feel instantly relaxed and 'at home'. (We loved having your pets around too!) Hope to see you next year." M.C.&R.C., Waldorf, Maryland, USA (February 17, 2004)
"Dear Marleine & Alain: We had a wonderful time in a true paradise. Thank you for all of your help preparing for the wedding. Our wedding was perfect -- simple & beautiful! The Inn was very comfortbale & charming. We appreciate your friendship & hospitality. See you next year." L.A.&C.A., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (February 17, 2004)
"Once again we had a delightful time, did nothing but relax and loved it. And being here during the Arts Festival was an extra treat. We'll be back next year, and the year after. Fondly..." E.C.&B.C., Bethesda, Maryland, USA (February 15, 2004)
A beachfront apartment, and the view from the bedroom.
"Dear Alain & Marleine: What a great vacation we both had & loved the 'rural' touches. Our apartment was so comfortable and beautifully appointed. The dinner last nite was so delicious and the company terrific! You make the best Piņa Coladas! Love you all!" A.A.&T.A., New York, New York, USA (February 14, 2004)
"We want to thank Alain & Marleine for once again being great hosts, making our month stay a very relaxing vacation. You always make us feel like we are family and consider them as true friends. Whether by lending us a good book to read, a tool to fix our sunglasses or having Olson give us conch shells, you two are so wonderful in every way. The rumors are true -- the beachfront terrace dinners are superb. It is something we look forward to. You do such a wonderful job. We look forward to our stay next year and we are sure it will be as memorable. See you next year!" K.L.&C.L., Clinton, Iowa, USA (February 14, 2004)
"Thank you for our too brief but wonderful stay. Your hospitality was exceptional. We'll be back." L.G.&T.G., Charleston, West Virginia, USA (February 14, 2004)
An underwater shot at Stingray Sandbar (Deb and Jim Frantti)
"Thank you! Lovely people, lovely place, lovely food! And, the music on terrace for dinner was great!" S.T.&A.T., Charlottsville, Virginia, USA (February 14, 2004)
"Marleine and Alain: We've never stayed in a more beautiful spot. What a way to relax! The time we spent here gives us the courage to go back to the snow and cold. Your hospitality was super and the view from our apartment was fabulous!" T.H.&L.H., Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, USA (February 12, 2004)
"What a wonderful stay we had in your beautiful inn!! We really loved it from the moment we arrived until the very sad moment when it was time to leave! You are perfect 'innkeepers', giving lots of good help, keeping the place so nice & clean, & even sharing your great pets with all of us! We will plan to return for sure -- until then, our thanks for a great stay! P.S. Apartment #7 is wonderful!" R.W.&S.W., Wilmington, Delaware, USA (February 12, 2004)
Relaxing under the palm tree (Deb and Jim Frantti)
"Much better than staying in a large hotel. We loved watching the sun come up while having our coffee. We also enjoyed Vitamine (the cat) coming over for pets." F.D.&E.D., Freehold, New Jersey, USA (February 11, 2004)
"Absolutely stunning! We will definitely be back!" K.C.&B.C., Hamilton, Bermuda (February 7, 2004)
"Coming back to Turtle Nest Inn was even better than anticipated! We truly felt at home & welcomed. You are both the most gracious of hosts & we are already looking forward to visit #3. Have a wonderful year!" V.M.&W.M., Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, USA (February 7, 2004)
View of the Inn pool (Kathy and Mark Mucha)
"My first trip to Cayman and I could not have enjoyed my stay more! Can't wait to come back again soon! Your hospitality was wonderful. Thank you so much. See you again soon!" K.S., Houston, Texas, USA (February 7, 2004)
"Thank you so much. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The terrace and pool by the beach were beautiful. Our room was wonderful. Most of all, the hospitality was exceptional, even for two ?. Thanks..." C.N.&B.N., Charlotte, North Carolina, USA (February 7, 2004)
"Coming from rainy Seattle, this was like a dream come true. The terrace dinner was like an unexpected treat. Thank you for your hospitality!" M.S.&D.S., Mount Vernon, Washington, USA (February 5, 2004)
A view of the Caribbean from the Inn beach (Kathy and Mark Mucha)
"Dear Marleine and Alain: We get all of the best Cayman can offer with you at Turtle Nest Inn! Congratulations on your success. Can't wait to see what other dreams you will realize. Until next year (our 6th)! Fondly..." S.G.&J.F., Edison, New Jersey, USA (February 5, 2004)
"We enjoyed another (3rd) year at Turtle Nest Inn and look forward to our winter therapy again next year -- with a Caribbean terrace dinner." S.S.&R.S., Front Royal, Virginia, USA (February 4, 2004)
"Words rarely fail us, but there are none to express our appreciation for a wonderful vacation." D.S.&S.S., Falls Church, Virginia, USA (February 4, 2004)