Farewell notes from our Guest Register (July/2002)

• "Dave and Debbie: Thanks for a wonderful time here on the island. This was our honeymoon and was one we'll never forget. The snorkeling was amazing, as were the stingrays. We had a wonderful time at TNI and we hope to be back soon. Cheers!" J.H.&J.A., Annapolis, Maryland, USA (July 31, 2002)

• "Thanks Dave & Debbie for a most hospitable stay, the setup here is great! Ciao! Merci beacoup!" P.A.,P.B.&V.A., Chelsea, Québec, Canada (July 31, 2000)

• " Dave & Debbie: We had a truly wonderful time here. Everything was great - so like a family home - it was wonderful. We are looking forward to the next time." P.R.&L.R., Cerritos, California, USA (July 29, 2002)

• "Dave & Debbie: Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation stay. Everything was superb. Blackie made it feel like we were at home. We will be back for sure. Your inn was the best! Thanks again." T.C.&M.M., Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, USA (July 27, 2002)

View of the Inn pool (Mark Crosby and Sharon Nepstad)

• "Marleine and Alain: Let me start by saying that I very much enjoyed my stay at Turtle Nest. Your guest hosts were very nice and helpful, and we even had some enjoyable conversations. Your room #2 was great for me -- just a step to the car, and two to the beach. What more could I ask for! Your Inn is a nice, quiet place and very relaxing. I would most certainly like to stay at your Inn again. If you ever decide to come out our way, please let us know because we would be more than happy to show you around." R.R., Havana, Cuba (July 26, 2002)

• "This was a great choice for us to stay here. The inn is perfect. Sorry we didn't get to meet you, but Dave & Deborah were very helpful and did an awesome job!! P.S: Next time, oceanfront!" H.M.&R.M., Roselle, New Jersey, USA (July 23, 2002)

• "Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the beach & quiet room. The maid service was fabulous. Dave & Deborah were very helpful for activities around the island. We look forward to returning." J.W.&D.W., Portland, Oregon, USA (July 22, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: Thank you very much for the wonderful stay! My family & I had a wonderful time at Grand Cayman!! Your inn was all I imagined & more. What a view from the lobby & the 'open-air' feeling throughout. We have stayed at a lot of places over the years & by far your place was the cleanest, friendliest, and most enjoyable! Dave & Deborah were wonderful & did an excellent job! We will see you again very soon!" J.W.,S.W.&A.W., Midway, Kentucky, USA (July 22, 2002)

Stunning sensets on Grand Cayman (Tony DiMaso and Carolina Betka)

• "Treasure is everywhere, mostly on the beach which I collected every morning and am about to take home. (I'm sitting in the lobby and keep getting distracted by the sea.) Ah, well. Goodbye, sea. This was a thoroughly delightful two weeks and only the seven year old wants to go home. Thanks..." E.P.,M.P.,E.P.&S.P., Rhinebeck, New York, USA (July 21, 2002)

• "Thank you so very much for taking care of us throughout our stay. This has been the first time my friend and I have traveled so far away from home without our parents, and we really appreciate your hospitality. Our stay was wonderful, and I will definitely recommend this place to anyone considering a stay on the islands. Sincerely..." A.R.&L.R., Mt. Gilead, North Carolina, USA (July 21, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: You left the inn in very capable hands. Dave & Deborah were excellent hosts. Here are our 'must-do's' for all subsequent visitors: 1. Go w/ Captain Dexter to see Stingray City. Try to get on the morning tour - there were only 6 people in our group! Accept no substitutes! 2. Eat at the Almond Tree. Stay long enough to watch them feed the tarpons. 3. Try some ICOA chocolate. Go early in your visit - you'll want more. 4. Don't miss learning about the history of the island - Pedro St. James, the Nat'l Museum - they really give you a sense of the place. 5. And lastly, take time to relax by the pool and do absolutely nothing. Thanks for making my birthday memorable. Regards..." D.B.&R.B., Suffolk, Virginia, USA (July 20, 2002)

The seclusion of the Inn beach -- even at full occupancy (Diane and George Ahlman)

• "We had a wonderful 18th anniversary trip. Our hosts were friendly, accommodating and helpful -- and fulfilled special requests (a sun umbrella for our personal use). The restaurant recommendations did not disappoint, and the room was spacious, clean, and had all we needed. It was a pleasure meeting you both -- I really enjoyed practicing my very rusty French which I haven't studied/used since the 1970's!! Thank you for your patience and encouragement during these chats. We really appreciated all the special little touches -- the bread, having chairs and umbrella for our excursions. «J'aime bien les deux chats - Vitamine et Béatrice, et le chien Blacky.» Aurevoir mes nouveaux amis!" F.F.&K.F., Augusta, Georgia, USA (July 17, 2002)

• "Our third visit to Turtle Nest was the best and longest too. Each year we come we soon book for the next. So, see you in July 2003 for another stay at the perfect vacation home." R.M.&E.M., Emporia, Kansas, USA (July 16, 2002)

• "We love the Cayman Islands -- our 3rd visit and 1st to the Turtle Nest Inn. A most delightful, beautiful, relaxing spot! Alain and Marleine are so gracious, friendly and helpful. They arranged the 'best deal' on our rental car, their recommendations for a trip to Stingray City with Capt. Dexter was THE BEST, and their European bread was delicious. How personal and accommodationg! We look forward to returning. Also, their recommendation for Ocean Frontiers dive shop was excellent!" L.B.&R.B., San Luis Obispo, California, USA (July 16, 2002)

Flowers around Turtle Nest Inn (Diane and George Ahlman)

• "When Frank was looking for a place to stay in Cayman he had one major criteria: to stay away from 'tourist central'. Not only does TNI allow a real vacation away from the chaos of the crowds but it becomes a home very quickly. It is only with the love and caring of Alain & Marleine that such a feat is possible. Their style and gracious nature speak through the Turtle Nest Inn and make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. After a day of diving and getting around on the island it is a special treat to come back to the Turtle Nest Inn and relax, swim in the pool, have a cocktail, and fall asleep almost always without hearing another person speak! Thank you for our best vacation yet! Love..." J.F.&F.P., Madison, Wisconsin, USA (July 14, 2002)

• "Thanks for everything. The place is absolutely breathtaking. Will definitely return." L.C.&B.R., Grove City, Ohio, USA (July 13, 2002)

• "What a fabulous place! This was our first time to Cayman & we just LOVED it! Lots of great snorkeling, sunning & excursions. Stingray City was very exciting! We should have had a trail map for the 'Mastic Trail'. At the end of the hike we ended up 6 miles away from our car. We saw lots of green parrots at the Botanical Gardens. Wow! Our favorite place to eat was the Lighthouse at Breakers - superb service, view & food! At Rum Point we found some spectacular purple coral snorkeling. This week has been just wonderful! P.S: We will be back!" C.B.&T.D., Chicago, Illinois, USA (July 13, 2002)

One of the upper floor beachfront apartments, with it's superb views of the Caribbean from the living room and bedroom.

• "This was definitely the best spot for a honeymoon. Both of you were such pleasant hosts. It was such a beautiful & wonderful place to stay at. Thank you very much for a good time. We will be back." N.M.&N.M., Delran, New Jersey, USA (July 12, 2002)

• "Stayed only 1 night, but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A pleasant spot, friendly staff and very reasonable. We'll be back!" B.V.&D.T., Sugar Land, Texas, USA (July 7, 2002)

• "Thanks for a glorious week. Your place is perfect!" D.A.&G.S., Rochester, New York, USA (July 7, 2002)

Guests Judith Ramsubhag and Joey Cooper at the George Town Harbour.

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: We all had a great time here! It's a beautiful area. We really enjoyed the pool and snorkeling! Thanks a ton." C.S., Rochester, New York, USA (July 7, 2002)

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: The week I spent here was probably the most enjoyable week I've had in quite a while! The services and the snorkeling were great! I hope I get another chance soon to come back and spend some time here at the Turtle Nest Inn. P.S: Send my love to Blackie (and the cats)!!!!" M.S., Rochester, New York, USA (July 7, 2002)

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: Thanks again for another wonderful stay. You both are so warm & welcoming we just wanted to say thank you, and hope to see both of you again for our 3rd stay. We will miss you both & your lovely inn." S.C.,D.C.,B.C.&K.C., Lancaster, California, USA (July 6, 2002)

One of the ocean view apartments at the Inn, with a partial view of the Caribbean from one of the balconies

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: Turtle Nest Inn far exceeded our expectations. Your warmth & hospitality ever present from the time we arrived until our departure made our first visit to the Caymans a very enjoyable visit! We loved the view, the people, the diving & the lovely weather. Thank you for helping to make our stay a memorable one! We will be back!" G.S.,L.S.&K.S., Omaha, Nebraska, USA (July 6, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: Thank you for making our trip to Grand Cayman a memorable one. We love the hotel and will certainly return. We wouldn't think of staying elsewhere!! Thank you again, and we'll see you when we return. P.S: Our love to Blackie!" C.G.&T.C., Phildalphia, Pennsylvania, USA (July 6, 2002)

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: This is our first trip here to the island, and words cannot express how greatful we are to have stayed at the Turtle Nest! We are on our honeymoon and you made our trip here very, very memorable! From the lending of your camera to us, to the snorkel stuff! Thank you!! All of the places you recommended were wonderful! The last thing we did before we left was the horseback riding on the beach at sunset! That was the best! We will see you again soon! We think this is the best kept secret of Grand cayman! On our return trip we are bringing friends to experience this!" C.W.&C.W., Syracuse, New York, USA (July 5, 2002)

For two consecutive years (2001 and 2002), the Caribbean Honeymoon Guide published by Bridal Guide magazine,
has covered the Cayman Islands with Turtle Nest Inn featured as the "Most Romantic Hideaway". See Press Coverage .

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: Thank you both for making our Cayman vacation one to remember. The Inn was lovely & pleasant -- like being away from home but not living with strangers. You were both great host & hostess. We look forward to returning." S.R.&J.C., Lake Wood, Florida, USA (July 3, 2002)

• "Dear Alain and Marleine: Coming from The Netherlands, we had a wonderful time at Turtle Nest Inn. The whole week we stayed here was like a dream. We thank you both for your hospitality. We will never forget the experience. Sincerely..." L.S.&T.S., Hoogeveen, The Netherlands (July 1, 2002).

• "Dear Alain and Marleine: Thank you for such a wonderful vacation and Cayman Islands experience. Your rooms are so spacious and kept so clean. The view from the balcony is magical, especially at night when the moonlight reflects off the ocean & pool water. Service was always provided with a smile. Thanks for a lifetime memory. Sincerely..." C.S.&P.S., Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA (July 1, 2002)

• "Going back to save my pennies for the next time -- this could be the start of a beautiful relationship. Bye..." D.N., San Diego, California, USA (July 1, 2002)

• "Dear Alain & Marleine: Thank you so much for everything! You've both been wonderful, sweet & helpful. I love the Inn and the snorkeling, and your restaurant recommendations were perfect. I can't wait to return. Cheers..." A.G., San Diego, California, USA (July 1, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: We had a wonderful time -- you have done a great job here, and I hope to be back. Thanks again." D.G., San Diego, California, USA (July 1, 2002)