Friday, August 14, 2009

Destination Style: The Cayman Islands

All those who love a sandy beach and a beautiful sunset raise your hand? Now, who wants to go on a relaxing Caribbean vacation surrounded by cool waters, endless luxury and some of the warmest people you'll ever meet (ooh, ooh...pick me, pick me)? Grand Cayman is the largest of the three islands of the Cayman Islands and it's not your stereotypical Caribbean island. Don't expect to buy coconut off the side of the road here, but you can plan on bringing your best designer bags (the island is no stranger to living in the lap of luxury). The main activities here include diving, snorkeling, yachting and doing some serious relaxing. I live for Sundays when those that have yachts (someone is going to know someone with a boat and you better make it your business to get on one) sail out to Rum Point, park and party all day in the shallow water.

above photo: Beach area @ The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman



One thing's for sure this small island is a safe haven for locals are travelers alike. Everywhere you go you'll think Is this bag okay to leave here while I walk around on the beach? you'll hear, girl please,"This is Cayman". Aren't you going to lock that car door while we go in this store?...(strange look) "This is Cayman." I'm certainly not used to that but, this is Cayman.


Locals get down during karaoke at a local bar, The Office, singing to one of the island's favorite types of music, Country (Huh? Yes, I'm just as shocked and confused as you are-but fun to watch though).














Me and local artist, Al Ebanks (watch that hand buddy).












STAY
At The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman. Make sure to stop by their spa, Silver Rain (I can almost visualize the pearly gates of heaven open as I think about this place-just heavenly!).

WEAR
Leave your high fashion pieces at home or save them for your next trip to NYC. It's all about low key style with a little luxury bag or pair of sunglasses thrown in for good measure.













Prada Butterfly Frame Sunglasses $245



















Tory Burch Slim Leather Tote $550

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