Farewell notes from our Guest Register (March/2003)

• "A wonderful week all around! Perfect weather, perfect accommodations, cooked most of our meals to save cash for playtime. Thanks so much for the use of the cooler, chairs and books." J.M.&S.M., Byron, Michigan, USA (March 29, 2003)

• "Our family had a great time here! We will be back soon!" T.G.,M.G.,B.G.&L.G., Little Rock, Arkansas, USA (March 28, 2003)

A view of the Inn from the pool and beach (Lori Brock and Warren Moscowitz)

• "We have enjoyed our stay in 'paradise'. The best thing about the Turtle Nest Inn is the fantastic snorkeling right out of our door. Our kids loved your pool. And everyday has perfect sunshine." B.C.,M.C.,R.C.&J.C., Little Rock, Arkansas, USA (March 28, 2003)

• "Beautiful beaches, wonderful dives & snorkeling, terrific hospitality and even a grandmotherly baby-sitter on one day's notice! Thank you for the hospitality & a wonderful week at Turtle Nest Inn!" P.M.,D.M.&S.M., Silver Spring, Maryland, USA (March 28, 2003)

• "We had a wonderful stay here. The accommodations were very nice & the view of the water is spectacular. We will come back!" M.G.&T.G., Sarasota, Florida, USA (March 28, 2003)

Arriving at the airport on Grand Cayman (honeymooners Rachel Traylor and Josh Johnston)

• "We loved your inn. We feel really rested. Thank you..." G.R.&A.R., Fayetteville, Georgia, USA (March 27, 2003)

• "Alain & Marleine: This was our first visit to Grand Cayman and staying at the Turtle Nest Inn made it a perfect vacation. Thank you for all of your guidance and caring hospitality. We will definitely be back!" I.L.&L.S., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (March 26, 2003)

• "We had a wonderful time on your island and at your inn! Turtle Nest Inn is one of the nicest places we've ever stayed. And Grand Cayman is definitely the nicest island we've visited. Your hospitality rates a big gold star! We will have our photos developed this weekend and will send if any are what you would like. We will definitely be in touch if we decide to return to Grand Cayman. Thanks for everything!" A.J.&J.J., Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA (March 25, 2003)

A beachfront apartment, and the view from the bedroom.

• "Alain and Marleine: Thank you so much for the great hospitality. We felt like we were staying in someone’s home! Enjoyed the Friday meal - everything was great. Everything was better than we dreamed." P.M.&S.M., Belton, Texas, USA (March 23, 2003)

• "Thank you so much for every thing! The meals we had here at the TNI were fantastic! We will be seeing you again!" S.K., Centennial, Colorado, USA (March 22, 2003)

• "Marleine and Alain: Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. You have a very beautiful place here! Having a kitchen was very convenient." H.K., Centennial, Colorado, USA (March 22, 2003)

The pool at Turtle Nest Inn (Marc Vonascheberg and Jennifer Baker)

• "Although our stay was short, we had a great time, the location has that ‘off the beaten path’ feel that we enjoy. The room and the hospitality were outstanding. I’d definitely come back and recommend the Turtle Nest Inn to others. Thanks." G.B.&C.B., Gurnee, Illinois, USA (March 22, 2003)

• "Thanks Marleine and Alain for the wonderful hospitality. Your recommendations were very good. The dinners were a special treat." S.C.&D.C., Charlevoix, Michigan, USA (March 22, 2003)

• "Thanks Marleine and Alain for a very nice break from a long cold winter. Your dinners were fun and very good. Hope to come back." G.B.&J.B.,Medland, Michigan, USA (March 22, 2003)

Caribbean views from the Inn beach (Pam and Larry Lee)

• "Thanks Marleine and Alain for sharing your inn with us. We are glad we stayed here instead of 7-Mile Beach area. Wish the water was calmer here in front of the inn while we were here, for snorkeling. We also enjoyed the Indian and Caribbean dinners very much. We decided we liked the Indian dinner better! Loved the ‘key lime mousse’ at Crows Nest. We had a good time at Durty Reids too! Your restaurant recommendations were great!" G.W.&C.W., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, USA (March 22, 2003)

• "Thank you for great hospitality & attention to little details. This is a class act & we would stay here again & most certainly recommend Turtle Nest Inn to everyone we know!" C.M.&L.M., Holderness, New Hampshire, USA (March 19, 2003)

• "Chers Marleine & Alain: Many thanks for your 'Canadian' hospitality. We've had such a nice time and will see you again in December." D.B.&S.B., Cincinnati, Ohio, USA (March 19, 2003)

The view from the Inn lobby (Susan and Doug Arkison)

• "Dear Marleine & Alain: We had a wonderful stay on the island & truly enjoyed our time at the Turtle Nest Inn. The two of you made us feel right at home." S.T.&D.T., Howell, Michigan, USA (March 17, 2003)

• "Thank you for a wonderful stay. Your Inn is lovely. Look forward to a future visit." R.T.&D.T., Richmond, Virginia, USA (March 17, 2003)

• "Wonderful hospitality & family feeling, Beautiful setting." C.M.&S.M., Pinckney, Michigan, USA (March 17, 2003)

Two views of the Botanic Park (Rachel Traylor and Josh Johnston, left; and Susan and Doug Arkison)

• "As a former Caribbean inn manager, I must say this has been a wonderful vacation. What you two have done with Turtle Nest Inn is great. As a travel agent, I would highly recommend this property as the best place to stay on Grand Cayman. Both my wife and I have been very satisfied and pleased with everything here at the Turtle Nest -- we even enjoyed little Room #2. Best regards." D.H.&P.H., Winthrop, Massachusetts, USA (March 15, 2003)

• "A wonderful place on an exceptional beach for snorkeling (and reading and walking). All we could ever hope for in a tropical home away from home. The food was exceptional and every aspect of the Inn is truly top-notch and professional. Plus, the reef has the biggest barracuda we've ever seen! Thank you." D.P.,C.P.,L.P.,C.P.&A.C., New York, New York, USA (March 15, 2003)

• "Alain & Marleine: This is still our favorite place on the planet! We think of it often and it gets us through the day. Love always." M.R.&D.R., Washington, DC, USA (March 15, 2003)

Inn guest Susan Arkison, getting to know a large stingray with Captain Dexter.

A sea turtle at Grand Cayman's unique Turtle Farm (Tandree and Jack Hodge)

• "This quiet Inn was exactly what we were looking for: friendly in a peaceful 'Canadian' way; charming; on the beach; and handy to all that Grand Cayman has to offer. Thank you for creating such a comforting home away from home. We’ll be back!" R.P.,L.P.&F.P., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, (March 14, 2003)

• "After reading the guest comments on the web site, I knew we would either have a great time or be very disappointed. Well, we had a great time! Thanks for a wonderful week." P.J.,K.J.,A.J.&D.J., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (March 14, 2003)

• "We had a great stay. We loved how quiet it was! Thanks." L.W.&D.O., Lake George, New York, USA (March 14, 2003)

The sunrise at Turtle Nest Inn (Micki and Jim Thomas)

• "Dear Marleine & Alain: Once again we have had a wonderful relaxing vacation. It was just as lovely as our first vacation here last year. The dinners were delicious! The boys and I had fun picking up glass bits on the beach and Matthew and Luke had a lot of fun playing with Stephane, Zane, Fraser and Justin. Captain Dexter was just as much fun as last year and snorkelling the reef here and with Captain Dexter, along with the snorkelling at Cemetery Reef Beach, was terrific. We really enjoyed meeting Bonnie & Frank, Lois & Allan, Diane, James & Zane & wining & dining with them. You have a terrific little piece of paradise here and your kind hospitality & warmth are much appreciated. We really love this place & along with many others who have had the privilege of visiting the Inn we will be back again!" K.D.,P.M.,M.M.&L.M., Toronto, Ontario, Canada (March 12, 2003)

• "We had a wonderful week-long stay at the Turtle Nest Inn. The snorkeling right off the beach was spectacular. We saw a ton of fish, and a few large barracudas! The location of the Inn couldn’t have been any better. Quiet beach and nice pool, and easily accessible to other Cayman sites such as the Mastic Trail and Botanic Park. We also enjoyed the Indian and Tapas dinners! Thanks for a great week!" L.B.&W.M., Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA (March 10, 2003)

• "We have had a wonderful four days and we’ll be back in a week for another four days. We come to Grand Cayman frequently and we plan to stay with you again. Merci beaucoup." S.B.&D.B., Cincinnati, Ohio, USA (March 8, 2003)

Views of the Inn beach (Marc Vonascheberg and Jennifer Baker)

• "Thank you Marleine and Alain!! The Turtle Nest Inn website certainly helped us in choosing your Inn, however we were pleasantly surprised to find your Inn to be even better than expected. Grand Cayman offers so much - sun, sea and great snorkeling, but our time at Turtle Nest Inn will be the most memorable - and those dinners - yummy!!! Thanks again." B.D.&F.D., East Falmouth, Massachusetts, USA (March 8, 2003)

• "I refuse to leave! It’s been wonderful thanks to your gracious helpful advise. Your beautiful website pictures were alluring and Grand Cayman people, weather, water and snorkeling were great." L.P.&A.P., Fair Lawn, New Jersey, USA (March 7, 2003)

• "Thank you Alain & Marleine, for making my visit a very relaxing time. You both are a very delightful couple. My lady friend in Seattle, I am sure, will want to come next time. Of all the restaurants I visited, I felt that the Portofino Restaurant was the best. My regards..." G.W., University Place, Washington, USA (March 6, 2003)

Grand Cayman's exclusive blue iguanas, seen at the Botanic Park (Paula and Steve Meyer, left; Lori Brock and Warren Moscowitz)

• "Thanks for sharing your spot in paradise with us again. We enjoyed having our boys along for this trip & we will be back again. Best wishes..." B.K.,K.K.,D.K.&A.K., White Lake, Michigan, USA (March 4, 2003)

• "Thank you for a splendid vacation. Your suggestions were splendid; emails helped us plan; your website was most informative. The dinner Friday was grand! Your 'inn' provided all the comforts of home, so preparing meals in house was easy to do. You should be proud of your inn. I thank you for a very relaxing vacation. It was our joy to have met you. Hope we can come back. We'll spread the word!" T.L.&P.L., New Orleans, Louisiana, USA (March 3, 2003)

• "Thank you so very much for a great stay in Grand Cayman. Your inn is very relaxing and your hospitality is unparalleled. We had a blast. It was simply wonderful. Thanks a million." J.B.&M.V., Boston, Massachusetts, USA (March 1, 2003)

Parasailing on Grand Cayman, and the view from above (honeymooners Rachel Traylor and Josh Johnston)

• "We had a wonderful time! They made our wedding a dream come true. Marleine & Alain were so helpful & generous. We'll be back soon! Thank you so much! K.S.&J.K., Ramsey, Minnesota, USA (March 1, 2003)

• "Parting is such a sweet sorrow...As usual, your hospitality was wonderful -- the amenities great. We will see you in '04. P.S. Thanks!" D.H.&M.H., Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA (March 1, 2003)

• "Marleine & Alain: Thank you so very much for your generous hospitality. We had a wonderful time here at Turtle Nest Inn as well as on your beautiful island. It is so difficult to say goodbye to paradise...but it makes the gig of 'coming back' more fond. Thanks again." S.A.&A.S., East Windsor, New Jersey, USA (March 1, 2003)