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Happy Holidays from theReef!

Caymangirl — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:27:17 +0000

The only way to build a snowman at theReef!

Happy Holidays from everyone at theReef!

Shop Till You Drop: Beachside

LindsayG — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:02:06 +0000

If you like shopping as much as I do, it’s going to be hard to break away from the mall on the biggest shopping day of the year – Black Friday. I know. I know. With all of the great sales, how can you be anywhere else?

Imagine this… You’re lounging beachside on one of the largest stretches of white sandy beach in the tranquil East End of the Cayman Islands, cocktail in one hand, and a laptop in the other. You’re taking advantage of the online sales and adding the perfect holiday gifts to your shopping cart, while soaking in the sun and the gorgeous Caribbean Sea.

Are you in dreamland yet? No need to be. The Reef is offering the perfect Black Friday package. Check-in Thanksgiving. Enjoy the sun, the sand, a trip to Stingray City, shop your heart out with The Reef’s beachside WIFI, and check-out on Monday. Not quite good enough? Add a day and shop Cyber Monday too. If you absolutely must get to a mall, Kirk Freeport Plaza, Galleria Plaza, and the new Camana Bay are just a few of the many shopping destinations on Grand Cayman. Now, that sounds better…

Spend the Thanksgiving holiday shopping in paradise. This is your chance!

Visit The Reef for price and package details.

All the Way from New York, WPIX-TV Visits The Reef

LindsayG — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:44:55 +0000

Hats off to Sarah-Jane Whitehill, marketing coordinator of The Reef, who starred in WPIX-TV’s Cayman Island segments. Diving In The Cayman Islands and Sights and Sounds Of The Cayman Islands aired today on WPIX Channel 11 in New York and are available online. A special thanks to Sarah-Jane and the rest of The Reef staff for making WPIX’s visit to The Reef and Grand Cayman Island such a success!

The Reef Resort: Double Upgrade a Sweet Deal

NinaZ — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:37:27 +0000

Think dead of winter, gray skies, snow and slush everywhere, and scraping the proverbial windshield. Now think sunny skies, sitting beachside on one of the largest stretches of beach in Cayman Island with a cool lemonade in one hand and a book in another? Even better why not a tall refreshing gin and tonic, or go for the gusto and think top-shelf Caribbean cocktail that’s hand-blended and delivered to you before you even ask.

Ok, most people want to get the heck out of dodge in the middle of winter, and will opt for the hand-blended magically appearing cocktail, unless of course you despise, fruity drinks, and well that’s a whole other topic. The Reef Resort is offering a magical winter escape entitled Double Upgrade. What’s in it for you?
Book this package by October 15, and move from a beachfront Studio Suite (450 sq.-ft.) to a one bedroom beachfront Executive Suite (900 – sq-ft). Oh aren’t we cleaver with the name. Not! But hey the name is OK if you save, and you do, plus if you book early you save an additional 20% on top of the upgrade. Visit The Reef for price and package details.

Does that hand-blended cocktail have your name all over it? I’m one of those folks who don’t dig the fruity cocktails, but I can honestly say, The Reef’s mudslides are epic!

WestJet adds flights to Grand Cayman

NinaZ — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:10:22 +0000

Westjet Airlines, a Toronto based low-fare airline announced their 2010-2011 new routes and Grand Cayman has been added to the line-up. Travelers from Toronto will now be able to escape the cold and enjoy a tropical vacation in one of the worlds best Caribbean escapes, Grand Cayman.

Starting November 4, WestJet will fly three times a week to Grand Cayman. Flights will depart at 9:40 a.m./1:45 p.m and return at 2:35 p.m/6:30 p.m. and vacationers have a choice of leaving on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday with introductory fares starting as low as $189.

The Reef Resort, is a the ideal choice for Toronto travelers looking for an all beachfront escape. The resort boasts the largest beachfront on the island, 1,600 feet, and has a cool beachfront bar; the Rusty Pelican serving up Caribbean-concocted island beverages. The resort also offers a wide-variety of water sports; new to the activity list is power snorkeling, add-in kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding wind surfing, sea hammocks and more, plus it’s East End location is a true Caribbean escape idyllic and authentic, untarnished from tourism development.

Caribbean Travel+Life Magazine brings theReef to news stands!

LaurMoore — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:00:54 +0000

We’re excited to say we’ve been featured in the May and June/July editions of Caribbean Travel+Life magazine. In the May edition, not one, but TWO articles in the magazine highlighted the fun and relaxing aspects of theReef!

The first spread featuresplenty of info about theReef, and talks about our great partnership with White Sand Watersports! Our guys on the beach Al, Dave and Apollo provide the ultimate in non-motorized watersports fun! From kayaking to the new craze of paddle boarding, White Sand will make sure you have fun!

The second article focuses on some of the more unique aspects of staying at theReef. From our secluded location, to our dedication to relaxation,but

“That’s not to say theReef is dull – Heaven’s no.”

It also gives full mention of our activities like yoga classes, iguana feeding, kayak tours and (of course) Yahtzee tournaments.

As always, we’re very proud to see theReef recognized in international publications, but don’t forget our local publication you can pick up while you are here! Local magazines such as What’s Hot and Destination Cayman are huge fans of theReef!

USA Today Travel Tips Features Snorkeling in Grand Caymn

NinaZ — Wed, 19 May 2010 13:38:49 +0000

A recent feature posted on USA Today Travel Tips by demand|Media reported the many fabulous opportunities for travelers who love to snorkel. The article highlights the visibility aspects of snorkeling in Grand Cayman from 80 feet and even up to an astonishing 200 feet. Some of the sea life one might see; sea turtles, nurse sharks, octopi, noisy parrot fish, colorful sergeant majors, moray eels, spiny sea urchins, tarpons and other species all inhabit the local waters. Sponges, sea fans, and corals such as red reef fingers and brain corals encrust the reefs, underwater rocks and wrecks off the island.

Now did you know that The Reef Resort offers a modern twist to snorkeling? They do, and it’s called Power Snorkeling. Power snorkeling is simply a handheld device which uses electric powered dive propulsion vehicles (DPV’s) to propel guests effortlessly through the water exploring the magnificent undersea world in a new way.

Check out The Reef’s Power Snorkeling Safari Package just in time for summer fun:
• One hour guided snorkeling excursions (with a DPV pac)
• Trip to a secluded beach about ¾ of a mile away from The Reef
• Guided back down the coast stopping at the top snorkeling and fish holes in the area
• A glass of chilled fruit punch or chilled rum await guests
The rental cost for a DPV is CI$32.00 (US$40) per person and includes transportation, all snorkeling equipment, and a safety vest.

Snorkel season on Grand Cayman Island all year round! So pack your bags, and forget about packing your snorkel gear as we’ll have it ready when you arrive?

The Lowell Sun discovers the East End of Grand Cayman

NinaZ — Fri, 07 May 2010 18:09:55 +0000

The Lowell Sun, a Massachusetts based daily newspaper, features The Reef Resort in an article entitled, The Far Side. The writer focused on what we at The Reef Resort have known for years, The East End of Grand Cayman is like visiting Grand Cayman before the tourism boom of the 1960′s, remote, relaxed, and authentic. A place where delicious, down-home Caymanian fare can be enjoyed. Of course these attributes are what attract visitors to this plush side of the island. What keeps them coming back, well that’s a story for another day.

Enjoy the read!