2013 was an amazing year filled with family, travel, and adventure, but sometimes we just need a minute to exhale. Today, we arrived at Grand Cayman Marriott and that’s exactly what we did – breathed out, relaxed, and took it all in.
Rather than planning every minute of the day, we left it open to explore the property and reconnect.
With an endless sugary sand beach, we kicked off our sandals and walked barefoot for miles. Most of the time, we weren’t even talking, just holding hands and walking, listening to the waves, and enjoying the sand between our toes.
I felt completely at ease; it was my dream version of going to the spa. This is my Heaven.
Excellent post. Love the colour of that water! So refreshing and wish I was there instead of in the frigid cold of central Canada 🙂
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I know how cold it can get everywhere in Canada right now. Do you have your next vacation planned? Usually around late February or March I would always get the beach blues. 😉
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Went to Cuba a few weeks ago and off to Iceland in May 🙂 Can’t wait! Enjoy reading your blog by the way ~ a lot of inspiration.
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Cuba is one of my favorite countries. I love your photos from there. 🙂
I’ll be following along on your adventures.
May the world be at your doorstep,
Lesley
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Looks like Heaven.
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This sounds amazing!
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Then of course you will need to head to the West Bay Area to go to Hell. There’s a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs. And it’s close to the Turtle Farm. Enjoy!
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I think we’re going to go to the Turtle Farm tomorrow. Maybe we’ll add Hell to the plans. 🙂
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Wonderful! Enjoy the Caribbean weather. You should go to Jamaica next. “No problem man.”
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We were married in Jamaica. we had an amazing time but I don’t think it’s in the plans to return this year. Are you from Jamaica?
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100%. Sometimes I get home-sick.
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We will be there briefly next month on a cruise. Have a blast!
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I think you’ll most likely be in the George Town area if you’re doing a cruise. Is that right? There are lots of tours that go out from that area and there is a public bus that you can get for only $2.50 US that takes you all around as well.
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Enjoy this paradise Lesley. Good for you to take a break and reconnect. The important things in life. Looks amazing!
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It’s so beautiful and relaxing. Next week is Bahamas and it’s going to be adventure after adventure so this is a good time to recharge before going hard again 🙂
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Enjoy!!!
We are leaving soon for California and hoping for temps in the 70’s. Either way, I hope to take time to breathe…with no agenda. That should be on everyone’s bucket list. 🙂
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We’re moving back to California next month and we’re looking forward to the beach lifestyle again 🙂 Enjoy your trip.
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Lesley, if you don’t mind me living vicareously through you (especially since I’m poor), then I can’t wait to read all about your adventures in Grand Cayman!
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This is more of a relax on the pool chair and listen to the waves vacation but I’ll have lots of posts regardless 🙂
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I’m okay with that. I’ve never been farther South than Salt Lake City, UT, farther West than Seattle, WA, or farther North than Southern Canada. By all means, relax on your pool chair. I’m good.
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I hope you get around to some diving and/or snorkeling in those emerald waters.. exhale some more… & enjoy!
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Unfortunately because of the high winds it looks like snorkeling and diving will be out for this trip but it’s a great reason to come back 🙂
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Lovely, see that you really love adventure, good news about the coming Chinese New year, year of the Horse, is that it is a year for adventure and a good one as well, so if you want to continue all the adventure then 2014 is the year to do it! Lovely blog, enjoy reading it as I am not the adventurous type, except when it comes to food!
Best,
Willie
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I’m less adventurous when it comes to food but I’m working on it. What are some of your favorite dishes?
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O goodness there are so many! I love all food, especially fresh and well prepared and respected in the process. My favourite still remains a South African dish called Bobotie, it is a sweet mince meat dished with lots of curry spice and an egg custard, delicious!
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One of my favorite resorts! Enjoy!
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You’ve stayed here before, awesome! What is your favorite thing about the place?
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I have! A few years ago, but I loved the amazingly beautiful beach I seriously can’t get enough of that Caribbean blue water! I would also, finding out when there isn’t a cruise ship in town (because it gets insanely crowded) and checking it out because I thought it was really cute and fun to walk around in!
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Pretty nice!
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Love your header and it does look so beautiful. Relax and enjoy it!
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wow, you have nice pics 😀
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I would love to walk and swim there too. It looks so wonderful.
Enjoy.
Irene
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Enjoy your wonderful vacation!! I love the color of the water! Awesome!! Hugz Lisa and Bear
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The color of the water is a little less exotic the last few days because of the high winds. I think Grand Cayman will need to make its way back on to my list again soon. It sounds like I’m not going to make it to Stingray City on this trip.
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Beautiful, I just imagined myself sinking my toes into the sand. Sweet Serenity!
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Sugary sand. I love it. Breathtaking beach. Enjoy. *sighs*
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That, indeed, is my idea of vacation. White sand, turquoise blue water, solitude – nothing better! No need to fill every minute – then it becomes work instead of vacation. Enjoy your time there and I look forward to the minutes that you do schedule with fun activities
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Jealous!!!
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We have a nice beach, but that is a REALLY NICE BEACH!
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Grand Cayman was one of my most favorite vacations ever. It is so beautiful there!
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Where did you stay when you were here? The entire country is stunning; unfortunately we’ve arrived in the heart of some bad weather and most activities have been cancelled. I’m going to wash away my worries with a couples massage this afternoon 😉
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We stayed at The Sunshine Suites. It’s across from seven mile beach. A really cute hotel and the restaurant there is really affordable and good!
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We just returned from a cruise there last month. It’s such a beautiful island. Enjoy!
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Did you get to do any of the water activities here like Stingray City?
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No. We just usually wing it. There was a storm brewing with a bit of wind so the water was cold, and I had heard that most of the activities were cancelled. We visited a coastal graveyard, walked on some beaches, collected some shells, and then hopped in a taxi back to the port.
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Heaven on earth!!!! What a super delicious time!!!
The ocean looks so inviting!
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Have fun! Love to see pics of you and your mom together.
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The lust for THAT heaven has me in hell!! 😉
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Makes me homesick! Have fun Lesley!
Jodie
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Enjoy!
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Have a wonderful stay, it looks amazing! Get some sun for those of us trapped in the wild tundra of New England!!
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Awe-inspiring photos of the sky and water… Wish I was there NOW!
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That’s it! I’m totally switching lives with you. Glad you and your family are enjoying the beach and beauty. P.S. Soak up a little sunshine for me, okay?
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I’m at one of the most beautiful resorts in one of the most beautiful countries, but the high winds and heavy rain are eliminating any chance of enjoying the beach and sunshine. Rather than complaining about it, we’ve scheduled a couples massage for this afternoon and a rum tasting at Margaritaville tonight. 😉
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Excellent idea!
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wow looks great defo on the list this year.
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Be sure to stay at the Marriott if you come to Grand Cayman. It’s the perfect location on Seven Mile Beach.
May the world be at your doorstep,
Lesley
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Sounds like a plan,thanks.
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So beautiful! I wish I had the courage to drop everything and travel. Way to live life!
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Beautiful. I will be there in a couple of weeks and this post made me look forward to it even more. Deeply exhaling here I come … 🙂
Cat
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Are you staying at the Marriott too, Cat? What activities do you have planned for your trip?
I can’t wait to read your posts.
🙂
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No, unfortunately I’m not that lucky Lesley – we will be staying at the Holiday Inn, which still looks like total heaven to me after having lived in a tiny mountain village for the past six months!!
Cat
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You could always visit the Marriott for their lobster dinner night or even their pirate night. They have great theme dinners 🙂
Regardless, I’m sure you’ll enjoy your stay. It’s stunning here.
Looking forward to reading about your experiences.
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Pirate night! That sounds awesome. Thanks for the advice, I will definitely look into it. 🙂
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Wow – this looks stunning. Hope you have an amazing time! x
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That’s a gorgeous beach. We love the Marriott brand. We have a timeshare with them. Have a nice vacation.
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It is with Marriott Vacation Club? They are amazing! Everywhere that I go in the world, Marriott is a true gem. 🙂
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