Advice needed on what to do in Grand Cayman - The DIS Discussion Forums

ginger3son · 01-09-2013, 10:05 AM

I will be traveling out of Galveston on Feb.9th with my DH, DS 9, DS 6, DS 5, DS 19mn, and my babysitter. I am trying to decide which excursion would be best for us. I have read great reviews on Rum Point Beach but I am a little worried about the hour commute each directions. The other option is Family Beach Day at Tiki Beach but I haven't heard much about this one on these boards. Which do you think would be best for young children???

While in Cozumel we are doing the Cozumel Beach Break. Any reviews on this one would be greatly appreciated as well.

Thank you in advance!!

Barb0829 · 01-09-2013, 10:38 AM

I am interested in this as well as we are on the March 25 Wonder sailing.

joelnkelly · 01-09-2013, 12:32 PM

go to hell

Sorry, I always wanted to say that...

joelnkelly · 01-09-2013, 12:34 PM

My parents have a timeshare on the North Side of the island, Rum Point is a great little beach.

dishm12/08 · 01-09-2013, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joelnkelly

go to hell

Sorry, I always wanted to say that...

Too funny. I, however, think Hell is a waste of time. We stopped took pictures and left. But that's just my opinion.

Zeppelin · 01-09-2013, 12:53 PM

we did Rum Point Beach last August and the Turtle Farm on our previous cruise (2009)- both recommended...

joelnkelly · 01-09-2013, 12:59 PM

I agree hell is a waste of time, but its always fun telling someone to "go to Hell"

crafty91 · 01-09-2013, 03:20 PM

go across the street from the cruise terminal to Margaritaville! They have a pool and water slide inside, so its a great way to have lunch while the kiddos are entertained. You can see pics on the Margaritaville website, just click on Grand Cayman. Bring a towel from the ship. Enjoy!

Drew Sailbum · 01-11-2013, 12:05 AM

For families with young kids I tend to recommend Seven Mile Beach Public Beach. There are food trucks serving kid-friendly fare; restrooms; a few fixed a free cabanas; vendors renting chairs and umbrellas,; and playground equipment for the kids.

You can get dropped there by taxi or public bus. Most tours to the Turtle Farm and/or hell would be happy to drop you there from no additional charge on the way back to town.

sayhello · 01-11-2013, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dishm12/08

Too funny. I, however, think Hell is a waste of time. We stopped took pictures and left. But that's just my opinion.

That's really all there is to Hell. It's a photo op, and a chance to buy junk that says "I went to Hell and Back!"

Sayhello

Jensyfert · 01-11-2013, 12:09 AM

If you are going to go to 7 mile beach break in grand cayman...save yourself the the money spent on an excursions and just take a $7 cab.

MerryweatherMom · 01-11-2013, 12:16 AM

Is there much shade available at Tiki Beach? I asked today when I was looking into booking that excursion and she couldn't even say if umbrellas were available...that would sound like a long hot day to me!!

01-09-2013, 10:05 AM	#1
ginger3son Earning My Ears Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 42	Advice needed on what to do in Grand Cayman I will be traveling out of Galveston on Feb.9th with my DH, DS 9, DS 6, DS 5, DS 19mn, and my babysitter. I am trying to decide which excursion would be best for us. I have read great reviews on Rum Point Beach but I am a little worried about the hour commute each directions. The other option is Family Beach Day at Tiki Beach but I haven't heard much about this one on these boards. Which do you think would be best for young children??? While in Cozumel we are doing the Cozumel Beach Break. Any reviews on this one would be greatly appreciated as well. Thank you in advance!!

01-09-2013, 10:38 AM	#2
Barb0829 Mouseketeer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Phila Posts: 101	I am interested in this as well as we are on the March 25 Wonder sailing. __________________ Barbara Mommy to Sarah Anne 11/09/01 Matthew William 09/09/04

01-09-2013, 12:53 PM	#6
Zeppelin DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 802	we did Rum Point Beach last August and the Turtle Farm on our previous cruise (2009)- both recommended... __________________

01-09-2013, 03:20 PM	#8
crafty91 Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 484	go across the street from the cruise terminal to Margaritaville! They have a pool and water slide inside, so its a great way to have lunch while the kiddos are entertained. You can see pics on the Margaritaville website, just click on Grand Cayman. Bring a towel from the ship. Enjoy! __________________ First DCL cruise Wonder June 2008 Magic March 2009 Wonder October 2009 Magic March 2010 Wonder March 2011 Mexican Riviera Fantasy Maiden Voyage March 2012 Fantasy Western July 2012 Fantasy Western March Spring Break 2013 NEXT: Fantasy March 2014 Western Caribbean Ahead: Magic Barcelona July 2014

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joelnkelly Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 391	go to hell Sorry, I always wanted to say that...

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joelnkelly Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 391	My parents have a timeshare on the North Side of the island, Rum Point is a great little beach.

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joelnkelly Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 391	I agree hell is a waste of time, but its always fun telling someone to "go to Hell"

01-11-2013, 12:05 AM	#9
Drew Sailbum Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Cayman Islands Posts: 150	For families with young kids I tend to recommend Seven Mile Beach Public Beach. There are food trucks serving kid-friendly fare; restrooms; a few fixed a free cabanas; vendors renting chairs and umbrellas,; and playground equipment for the kids. You can get dropped there by taxi or public bus. Most tours to the Turtle Farm and/or hell would be happy to drop you there from no additional charge on the way back to town.

01-11-2013, 12:09 AM	#11
Jensyfert Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 47	If you are going to go to 7 mile beach break in grand cayman...save yourself the the money spent on an excursions and just take a $7 cab.

01-11-2013, 12:16 AM	#12
MerryweatherMom Earning My Ears Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 12	Is there much shade available at Tiki Beach? I asked today when I was looking into booking that excursion and she couldn't even say if umbrellas were available...that would sound like a long hot day to me!!