Farewell notes from our Guest Register (October/2002)

• "Back again & love it as much or better than before! Glad you kept the charm! See you soon." D.P., Richmond, Virginia, USA (October 31, 2002)

• "Sorry to be leaving for the US. Will return next year. Thank you very much!" B.K., Richmond, Virginia, USA (October 31, 2002)

• "The fact that we are returning for ten days in May speaks for itself. Everything was absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much." R.R., Wenham, Massachusetts, USA (October 30, 2002)

Diving the East End of Grand Cayman (Dave and Deb Pex)

• "I've never known a resort host so generous -- borrowing snorkel masks for the length of the stay, the use of other things, etc. And your attention to detail within and without the TNI blue book -- you are good to your word. There isn't enough room here for all the good things I want to say about the place. Besides, I'd rather spend my time enjoying!!! Thank you!" B.N., Wenham, Massachusetts, USA (October 30, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: Turtle Nest Inn provided the perfect getaway for our first time visit to Grand Cayman! We enjoyed returning each evening to the peaceful atmosphere here at the Inn. The pristine, uncrowded beach was so wonderful compared to the crowded 7-mile area. We highly recommend your Indian Dinner. It was fantastic! Your personal touch was evident everywhere! Thank you for making our holiday just perfect. We will most definitely return. Thank you!" S.M.,J.M.&S.B., Newark, Delaware, USA (October 29, 2002)

• "Beautiful weather, beautiful view, beautiful room, beautiful hosts...Alain & Marleine, thank you for a beautiful start to our marriage, We will most certainly be back to visit again. Many thanks..." G.D.&K.D., Palm City, Florida, USA (October 28, 2002)

The Cayman sky at sunset (Doreen and Christopher Caffyn-Parsons)

• "I underestimated every aspect of our vacation. Staying here exceeded my expectations. From the home-like feel, beautiful views, & wonderful rooms, this vacation was perfect! I would recommend this place over any other to everybody I know. When we return, it will be at the Turtle Nest Inn!!!! Thanks for everything...the newlyweds." J.J.&R.J., St. Louis, Missouri, USA (October 28, 2002)

• "We had a wonderful relaxing three nights. Now we are all set for winter in VT! Absolutely fabulous accommodations!" B.M.&M.M., Peacham, Vermont, USA (October 27, 2002)

• "Turtle Nest Inn exceeded our expectations in every way. Cleanliness, friendliness and everything above par. Looking forward to a return visit." D.R.&L.R., Winter Springs, Florida, USA (October 26, 2002)

Down the beach from Turtle Nest Inn (Kristy Leal and Dave Webster)

• "I wouldn't have thought it possible, however our expectations of the Turtle Nest accommodations were most definitely exceeeded. Alain & Marleine you were wonderful. The Caymans are wonderful just like your hospitality." K.R.&G.H., Alpharetta, Georgia, USA (October 26, 2002)

• "Alain & Marleine: Thanks for everything! The dinner Friday night was the best we had on the island. The diving on Grand Cayman is better than any diving we've done around the world. We'll be back for more. We have truly felt at home here at Turtle Nest Inn. See you soon..." S.K.&D.K., Augusta, Georgia, USA (October 24, 2002)

• "We had such a wonderful time here at Turtle Nest Inn & in GC. This is such a relaxed and happy place. We loved our Tuesday and Friday meals prepared by you. They were by far the best meals we had on the island -- and anywhere for a long time actually. We loved our diving as well. Everything just felt so very comfortable & nice. Thank you Alain and Marleine for making this such a great vacation getaway. See you again soon -- here or there. Fond Aloha..." P.H.&F.H., Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA (October 21, 2002)

• "We enjoyed our week immensely! Turtle Nest Inn is a wonderful, relaxing, very accommodating stay! We hope to be back and next time we will definitely do a dinner. The island was wonderful, snorkelling was great, Stingray City was exciting. Thank you Marleine and Alain for your wonderful hospitality. You have a marvelous getaway!" C.N.&J.N., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA (October 21, 2002)

• "This is a great place run by very nice people. When we plan our next trip to GC we will be calling again for reservations. Thanks for letting us use the snorkel gear & kayak. It was a beast." C.W.&D.W., Ellicott City, Maryland, USA (October 21, 2002)

• "What a wonderful place! Quiet & serene with unparalleled scenery. Great hosts and fantastic food -- our best vacation yet! We will see you again soon." B.H.&M.H., Palmer Lake, Colorado, USA (October 21, 2002)

A unique glimpse of the Inn pool and the Caribbean Sea (Kristin Hunnibel and Andy Kennedy)

• "Thank you for such a special place for us to spend our honeymoon! We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Cayman -- equally for some spectacular scuba diving as well as for the secluded & peaceful Turtle Nest Inn! Your hospitality and humor at the Terrace Dinners (2 in 1 week! yeah!) made us feel like part of the jovial group staying here. Alain & Marleine, you have definitely forged a unique niche within Cayman which was perfect for the two of us! We feel so at home here and we are already talking about coming back next year for more enjoyment! Tell Blackie we said goodbye! All our best..." A.K.&E.S., Chicago, Illinois, USA (October 20, 2002)

• "We had a wonderful stay here on Cayman Island. We enjoyed the accommodations & the pleasant atmosphere you created. The dinner on Friday was wonderful. You are both gracious hostess & host! We wish you the best and we shall return!" E.R.&E.R., Lake Forest, Illinois, USA (October 20, 2002)

A table at one of the Inn's twice-weekly terrace dinners (Kristin Hunnibel and Andy Kennedy)

• "We have stayed here three weeks and our time here has been consistently wonderful. Turtle Nest Inn has been a haven of welcoming quiet, comfort, beauty & relaxation. We have used it as a peaceful base from which to enjoy the excitement of East End diving. We learnt to scuba dive from scratch and it was fabulous to have Turtle Nest Inn welcome us back after a hard day's diving (and getting our diving certification). Alain & Marleine you are both wonderful hosts -- as friendly as can be and yet allowing us total privacy. The apartments are beautiful, very clean & comfortable and the housekeepers do a wonderful job. The snorkelling from the beach is great, as is the walk along the beach! I want to come back very very soon! The Inn is ideally situated for all parts of the island, east, north, south and west, so we have explored it well. Congratulations on your well-deserved write up in the Washington Post!" R.K.&M.K., Hawkhurst, Kent, UK (October 18, 2002)

• "This has been a delightful place to stay; such a friendly, homey feel, exceptionally clean and comfortable. We will have no hesitation in recommending it to our friends back home in the UK. Some very thoughtful touches." S.W.&J.W., Chichester, Sussex, UK (October 17, 2002)

• "Thank you for a wonderful getaway. Waking up to the sound of the ocean each morning at the Turtle Nest is blissful, to say the least. The snorkeling, the kayaking, the sparkling pool, and the excellent nearby dining all made our trip memorable. Thanks Marleine and Alain for your gracious hospitality! We'll be seeing you again soon." J.C.&M.C., Atlanta, Georgia, USA (October 14, 2002)

The Inn pool and the Caribbean (Kristy Leal and Dave Webster)

• "Our stay at the Turtle Nest has been absolutely wonderful! What a joy to wake up every morning to such a beautiful, relaxing place. We can't wait to visit again and stay at the Turtle Nest!. Thanks so much." K.S.&H.S., Greenville, North Carolina, USA (October 14, 2002)

• "We had the best time here! This is a wonderful establishment. The owners were kind and generous. This place is truly paradise. Thanks for a fantastic vacation!" A.B.&S.B., Corona, California, USA (October 12, 2002)

• "Return visit!! Had a wonderful, wonderful time! Thank you for all your help (especially the tire situation). Your inn is spectacular! We will recommend it to all who are headed this way! All our best! A.H.,R.H.,J.H.,K.H.&J.H., Fulton, New York, USA (October 11, 2002)

Guest Andy Kennedy back from a fishing trip with local fisherman Olsen Levy (Kristin Hunnibel)

• "Marleine and Alain: Thank you for your hospitality. We enjoyed our stay at the Inn immensely. We look forward to a return to the Cayman Islands and to Turtle Nest Inn." F.G.&G.G., Fulton, New York, USA (October 11, 2002)

• "Marleine & Alain: Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality! We will be sure to send you any pictures from snorkeling & visit again!" K.L., Blacksburg, Virginia, USA (October 10, 2002)

• "Every day we have been thankful that we stayed here! Not once did we see another hotel or inn and say 'Oh, we should have stayed there!' This will probably become a habit to make our friends jealous; until, of course, they can't take it any more and come with us. Merci et bonne chance!" D.W., Blacksburg, Virginia, USA (October 10, 2002)

Lisa Ingram and Captain Dexter chatting with a stingray (Jim Ingram)

• "Turtle Nest exceeded our expectations in every way. Everything to make your vacation fun, relaxing & convenient is here. Apartments are spacious, very clean & perfectly equipped. Love it here and we're very sorry to go. This is where we'll stay when we return to Grand Cayman. Best wishes..." M.B.,M.H.&B.H., Langley, British Columbia, Canada (October 9, 2002)

• "I loved the pool best and Blackie (the dog)." B.H. (aged 3), Langley, British Columbia, Canada (October 9, 2002)

• "I've been here 3 times and I have decided that I will always stay at Turtle Nest Inn. This time I got around to see much more of the island, but nowhere was more tranquil, more hospitable, and more pleasant. I am a permanent fan of Turtle Nest!" H.G., Silver Spring, Maryland, USA (October 8, 2002)

The Inn and an early morning sky off the beach (Lisa and Jim Ingram)

• "Such a beautiful place exists on this tortured planet among such lost souls...There is a God! Two of the sweetest angels to descend from up there make this place indescribable!! Thanks Marleine & Alain..." R.A., Silver Spring, Maryland, USA (October 8, 2002)

• "We came for peace & tranquility and that is what we got. What a wonderful place to come & relax. What more could you ask for. We will certainly be back for more of your hospitality. Thanks to everyone at Turtle Nest Inn." J.W.&R.W., Nottingham, England, UK (October 5, 2002)

• "Wow! Not even Hurricane Lili could cast a shadow on these past 4 days! The sights (and sounds) of snorkeling in your 'back yard', swimming with the stingrays, holding baby green turtles & even a rainy day in Hell. Thank you for your hospitality, the movies, etc., & as my 13-year old son Philip & 14-year old daughter Jessica say, 'Wee be bac'! We feel like we just came to visit some friends at their wonderful villa by the sea. Intimacy & Elegance on the Beach -- a gross understatement! Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and peace all your days." B.H.,P.H.,J.H.&P.H., Lexington, Kentucky, USA (October 3, 2002)