snorkelman Posted October 14, 2008 #1 Share Posted October 14, 2008 When I was researching Sea grape beach I had a hard time visualizing where it was in relation to where the cruise ships tender and the rest of the island. So, I am putting together this thread to help others This website will not allow me to link to the map of 7 Mile beach, but if you google "cayman islands activity guide map" the first result that pops up will give you the maps and you can see that 7 Mile beach is on the left side, just north of Georgetown (where the cruise ships drop you off). Here is a picture of sea grape beach, showing you the placement of the lounge chairs. This particular day they had two groups of loungers set up. One was dedicated to the people from a Carnival ship that was in port (they had an ship-sponsored excursion to this beach). http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008142.jpg Here are two more pictures of the same place on Sea Grape beach and these pictures were simply taken a little further away, showing how you can get away from the crowd and get some free shade if you are willing to walk 40 yards/meters down the beach and lay on a towel beneath the sea grape trees. http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008143.jpg http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008143.jpg If you turn around (so that Sea Grape beach is behind you) and you walk about another 40 meters down the beach, you will come across the Marriott hotel (which is actually located on the other side of the road). http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008144.jpg You can even see the taxi drop off point. http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008146.jpg http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008145.jpg Here is the part of the beach that is underneath the sea grapes, and directly across from Courtyard by Marriott. http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008147.jpg Here is the Gecko Bar, which is located directly across the street from the Courtyard by Marriott, and about 80 yards down from Sea Grape beach. http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008149.jpg http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008151.jpg Here is the view of the ocean while sitting at the Gecko bar http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008150.jpg http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008152.jpg Finally, here was the price list for some watersports during the first week of October 2008. http://s264.photobucket.com/albums/ii199/snorkelman2000/Grand%20Cayman/?action=view¤t=Cruise2008148.jpg We were also told that we could do the banana boat ride for 15 minutes for $15. Also the wave runners cost $65 for 30 minutes. Not THAT great of a deal if you ask me, but still, it is cheaper than what they charge peak season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warrior64 Posted October 22, 2008 #2 Share Posted October 22, 2008 thanks for all the info!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiznWithHubby Posted October 22, 2008 #3 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Hmmm I planned to go to seagrape beach,,,but it doesn't look very "tropical",,,lol, which is pretty much the "litmus" test for me as to beach going in the Caribbean,,, is the water pretty there? In general, I mean,,,I know it varies with weather conditions,,, thanks for all the great info though :) Holly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LefNJ Posted October 23, 2008 #4 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Thanks for all of the photos!!!! Do you know if there are lockers at Sea Grape? How about bathrooms? We will be there in less than 2 weeks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted October 23, 2008 #5 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Thanks for all of the photos!!!! Do you know if there are lockers at Sea Grape? How about bathrooms? We will be there in less than 2 weeks!! Yes to bathrooms and also outside showers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LefNJ Posted October 23, 2008 #6 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Yes to bathrooms and also outside showers. Thanks!! Do you know if there are lockers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted October 23, 2008 #7 Share Posted October 23, 2008 This site is saying that lockers are available. http://www.thetourcompany.com.ky/seagrape_beach.html Have fun!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise crazy64 Posted October 24, 2008 #8 Share Posted October 24, 2008 My Mom and I will be going on her first cruise Dec. 6th on the Inspiration! Can't wait! I was wondering what time of day those pictures were taken. It doesn't look too busy and I think it will be a great place to chill before heading back to the ship in the afternoon. Especially since the "bar" area looking out to the water is covered for shade! Lovely. Karen, FL :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkelman Posted October 28, 2008 Author #9 Share Posted October 28, 2008 I was wondering what time of day those pictures were taken. About 10:30 am. It looked pretty much the same through about 11:30 am. however in a few days the clocks change, so keep that in mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMJFamily Posted January 9, 2009 #10 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Thanks for the great info. Is there a children's play area anywhere close by? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted January 10, 2009 #11 Share Posted January 10, 2009 Thanks for the great info. Is there a children's play area anywhere close by? About 100 yards south of SeaGrape Beach there is a playground for young children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
castle701 Posted January 11, 2009 #12 Share Posted January 11, 2009 We were at Sea Grape Beach a couple of years ago - did they re-do the restaurant? it looks so much bigger than before. We rented a chair and got a bottle of water I think for $5 or $10 - is this still right???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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