A starfish spotted at Water Cay (Clay and Alena Scott)
"Dear Marleine and Alain: Judy and I had a wonderful stay here. We most appreciated your gracious hospitality and the relaxed vibe that we felt here. Rooms were so large and comfortable -- the full kitchen was so great! Loved the beach and the incredibly well maintained property. Will definitely recommend to our friends. Thanks so much!" G.C.&J.T., New York, New York, USA (July 31, 2006)
A starfish spotted at Water Cay (Clay and Alena Scott)
"Our experience here at Turtle Nest Inn was more than we could have imagined! You both were so helpful and accommodating to us -- giving directions, recommendations, everything! This was the best experience we've had on vacation -- you made our honeymoon that much more special! Thank you! We cannot wait to return on another vacation -- this is quite a spot!" J.L.&H.L., Cary, North Carolina, USA (July 30, 2006)
"This was our first return to Turtle Nest Inn since Hurricane Ivan. If it can be possible it is better than before. The service is as good as ever, Everything looks brand new. The world class comunications and entertainment systems the second to none. By far the best place to stay in Grand Cayman. Thank you Alain and Marleine for your hospitality." D.S.,L.S.,L.S.&L.S., Houston, Texas, USA (July 30, 2006)
Approaching Turtle Nest Inn (Rich and Donna Kaminski)
"This has been a wonderful 25th anniversary trip. This was the cleanest room we have ever stayed in. All the technology performed flawlessly; the wireless internet, the TV/VCR/DVD, the "World Phone". We followed your recommendations and were very pleased with all of them -- the Reef Grill and the Thai restaurants were our favorite places to eat. Ocean Frontiers was very professional. Excellent dive sites, and even got my wife to dive! Snorkeling right outside the hotel was nice, and we especially enjoyed snorkeling off Cemetary Beach. We had a great excursion to Stingray City with Fantasea Tours -- Dexter obviously loves those stingrays. For our last night we went to Wood's for take-out jerk chicken and pork -- they even asked Sarah to do some cooking. We hate to leave and hope to return. " D.C.&S.C., Ludington, Michigan, USA (July 30, 2006)
"We had a wonderful stay at Turtle Nest Inn. The snorkeling was the best we've seen. The service was more than accommodating and very inviting. I/we plsn to come back sometime in the future. Honeymooners..." D.L.&N.L., San Francisco, California, USA (July 29, 2006)
"We had a wonderful stay and look forward to returning. Really, we hated to leave. Thanks so much for everything." C.R.,C.R.,M.R.&C.R., Sugar Hill, Georgia, USA (July 28, 2006)
Paulette and Sonia preparing the Inn's weekly beachfront
terrace dinner (TNI photos)
"We had a most wonderful vacation. The sights, the hospitality, the water -- a place to remember. Thanks so so much." P.H.&A.H., Berlin Heights, Ohio, USA (July 24, 2006)
"Thank you for a terrific experience. Joey and I loved it here. It was more comfortable and welcoming than our few days on 7 mile Beach. We will definitely return to Turtle Nest Inn when we return to Grand Cayman." E.C.&J.L., San Francisco, California, USA (July 24, 2006)
"Our third stay at Turtle Nest Inn and as usual everything was perfect! The weather was amazing and the island continues to grow and develop. I 'm sure we will be back next summer and many more to follow. Thank you!" D.T.&R.F., Atlanta, Georgia, USA (July 23, 2006)
A lizard around the Inn, and the beach down from the Inn
(Dave and Sandy Guignet)
"Dear Alain and Marleine: Thank you for such a relaxing vacation. You both have hearts for hospitality and are using your gift for others. It was so nice to leave for sightseeing and then come home to Turtle Nest Inn. We all felt so at home here. It will definitely be where we will stay if we return some day. We will also pass along your special vacation spot to our friends. God bless you and all your staff for such a memorable first trip to the Cayman!" B.H.,P.H.,E.H.&S.H., Roanoke, Illinois, USA (July 23, 2006)
"As usual I had a great time. in Cayman. Turtle Nest Inn made this trip special with their warm, welcoming hospitality!! Thank you..." L.J.&M.C., Northbrook, Illinois, USA (July 22, 2006)
"How can you put in words the wonderful time we had at Turtle Nest Inn -- everything exceeded our expectations! Especially the staff. Everyone went out of their way to make us feel right at home. What a view! We loved our apartment so much, many times we just felt like staying and enjoying this little piece of paradise. The snorkeling was great, right off shore. Rachel loved the pool and all the beach toys. She made many friends, as did we. The herbs were a special delight for our in-room meals, and it was fun trying to chase the local kitten through the basil plants. We made friends with everyone, as everyone is so friendly. The Thursday night meal was extra special! Thanks for all the great tips that made our stay fantastic. The website was very helpful with suggestions as well. Rachel fell in love with Vitamine, the lovely cat that came to visit us every day. We plan to come back in the near future. Thank you so much for the lovely and relaxing time we had, it was a blessing! We were impressed by our room cleaniness. Paulette was awsome! She made us feel special! Thanks Alain and Marleine! P.S. We saw more fish out front snorkeling than on our trip on the Atlantis submarine!" A.J.,D.J.,&R.J., Naples, Florida, USA (July 21, 2006)
A blue tang and a squid spotted while snorkelling at Turtle
Nest Inn (Clay and Alena Scott)
"Turtle Nest Inn is our new favorite place on earth. The view is breathtaking, the rooms immaculate and Marleine and Alain are so accomodating. We'll be back! P.S. A trip with Captain Dexter to Stingray City is a must!" A.B.&L.B., Gainesville, Florida, USA (July 21, 2006)
"We really will miss Vitamine! She came to our room a couple times too. She's the cutest cat ever! The people here are very friendly too. We even got fresh herbs from the garden and movies form the reception counter. The couch in our room was so nice! The colors were amazing. Bye, bye Vitamine!"P.K.,K.K.,C.K.,&L.K., Ocean, New Jersey, USA (July 21,2006)
"Dear Alain, Marleine & the
Crew: We just wanted to express our sincere thanks to you for true Cayman
Island experience. The location, the lodging and the patio dinner...bravo!
We sailed with Dexter, Friday PM to the Stingray sandbar and it proved to be
a wonderful part of the trip. Safely back home now in Indianapolis with
fondest memories of our Cayman friends. Best wishes..."
D.K.,R.K.,M.K.&K.K., Indianapolis, Indiana, USA (July 20, 2006)
The Caribbean seen from the Inn beach (Judy Baily and Sheila
Agee) and from a beachfront apartment (TNI photo)
"Our first time on Cayman is great. Turtle Nest Inn has been a wonderful experience. We can definitly recommend it to anyone. Marleine and Alain were best, so was all the staff. We had a wonderful time and hope to be back soon." K.K.&A.K., Inman, South Carolina, USA (July 19, 2006)
"Look for the definition of perfection and you will find Turtle Nest Inn. Never have I been somewhere where I felt so safe and in such a place that is home away from home. Six of the best days of my life. Thank you, Alain and Marleine!" L.S.&A.G., Williamson, Georgia, USA (July 16, 2006)
"As ever, a most comfortable and relaxed setting to recharge human batteries. If you can't unwind at Turtle Nest Inn, you can't relax! We'll be back next summer for our tenth visit -- and hope for many, many more in delightful surroundings populated by gracious hosts and friendly, helpful staff." R.M.&E.M., Emporia, Kansas, USA (July 16, 2006)
An early evening Internet session around the pool using the
Inn's free, high-speed wireless network (TNI photos)
"Great hosts, great accommodations, will definitely return and recommend Turtle Nest Inn." S.W.,H.W.,C.W.&J.W., Humble, Texas, USA (July 15, 2006)
"This was our first stay at Turtle Nest Inn, and we hope it won't be our last. Marleine and Alain, you are the perfect hosts. Everyone and everything you have recommended has exceeded our expectations. Your Inn is the most wonderful place to stay! The rooms are serviced to top-star hotel standards and you, our hosts, have made us feel so welcome. We cannot recommend Turtle Nest Inn highly enough. Our stay has been wonderful and you have made it so. Thank you, thank you, thank you!" J.O.,M.O.&S.O., Birmingham, England, UK, (July 14, 2006)
"My husband, Conor, and I have absolutely delighted in our stay at Turtle Nest Inn. It was the perfect location for our honeymoon, with a peaceful location on the island and a view of the water from every room. God willing -- we'd love to stay here again!" A.S.&T.S., Savannah, Georgia, USA (July 14, 2006)
Hiking the Mastic Trail through Cayman's wild interior (Paul
and Fiona Schulz)
"Henry David Thoreau suggested that one of the keys to good living is to 'simplify'. Your establishment is so smoothly operated that all Jon and I had to do was breathe, sleep, and relax by the water. If that's not simplicity at its finest, I don't know what is. I hope that we will be able to return in the future and wish you the best in all your endeavors. Sincerely..." C.M.&J.M., Jackson, Georgia, USA (July 11, 2006)
"Our stay at your Inn was fabulous. It was very nice to feel at home. We will most definitely be back." N.M.&T.M., West Chester, Ohio, USA (July 11, 2006)
"We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you so much for your hospitality. Your property is lovely and relaxing. We look forward to a return stay sometime in the future. Regards..." M.C.&J.C., Annandale, Virginia, USA (July 10, 2006)
Two shots of a stingray taken while out with Captain Dexter (
Carolyn and Bob Manchek)
"So sad to be leaving! We had a wonderful stay at your beautiful Inn. We couldn't have asked for anything more -- you thought of and provided everything we needed -- and then some. The Thursday night dinner was excellent, very yummy -- and even pleasing to our 13-year old daughter. We enjoyed Vitamine especially as she spent some time with us in our apartment. I'd like to say this was like home away from home -- but it was even better than home! You're doing a terrific job -- keep up the good work!" T.C.,Y.C.,&J.C., Reading, Pennsylvania, USA (July 8, 2006)
"Wonderful location, meal was fantastic, lovely room -- perfect time, can't improve on this. " D.H.&S.H., Clearwater, Florida, USA (July 8, 2006)
"Thank you for sharing your 'home' with Sandy and myself. Our 1st trip to Grand Cayman couldn't have been any better. You are both gracious hosts and I hope my wife and I can return soon. Turtle Nest Inn is definitely our #1 choice. Take care, see you soon." D.G.&S.G., Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA (July 8, 2006)
Bodden Town Action Committee moves ahead with more
beautification projects in the village (TNI photos)
"Many thanks for your hospitality during our first trip to Cayman. Your Inn is a wonderful mix of Island charm and a home away from home. We hope to see you again soon. Ciao!" E.B.&J.B., St. Petersburg, Florida, USA (July 7, 2006)
"Thank you for making our stay in Grand Cayman so wonderfully relaxing. Your hospitality and the super apartment made us feel truly at home for two weeks and was a memorable place to spend our 25th (!) wedding anniversary. Thanks again and a big hug for Vitamine -- my special feline friend!!" F.S.&P.S., Berkshire, England, UK (July 5, 2006)
"We could not have picked a better place to spend our vacation. Thank you for making our experience so special; we hope to return with our children." A.D.&B.D., Jacksonville, Florida, USA (July 4, 2006)
Stingray City outing with Captain Dexter of Fantasea Tours
(Cheri, Mike, Moira and Colin Fontenot)
"Thank you for the wonderful experience. Your Inn is the quiet and charming beach experience we were hoping for. Keep up the good work!" S.L.&A.L., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (July 4, 2006)
"Wow!! What an amazing time we've had! It was too short (3-1/2days), but we plan on coming back much longer next time! We also will share the 'awsome find' that we experienced at Turtle Nest Inn! Alain and Marleine, you both were so kind and accommodating! The room was just perfect! We went snorkeling here and it was so amazing! Thank you for the 'water shoes' and the snorkel mask! I could go on and on...but we look forward to coming back to TNI and making more wonderful memories! Thanks for everything!" H.S.&M.S., Ellijay, Georgia, USA (July 2, 2006)
"Thanks for everything (including the peanut brittle recipe)! We have been diving in Cayman Brac, Bonaire and the Bay Islands (Honduras) and have not seen the variety of fish you have on your reef in front the Inn." L.C.,J.C.,C.C.&S.C., Nashville, Tennessee, USA (July 1, 2006)