Bill1963 Posted August 26, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 26, 2009 We're getting ready to cruise to Grand Cayman and Cozumel. I'd like to plan a little extra time for my wife to do some shopping. Has anyone shopped in both places? What advice can you offer on finding the best deals? If we were to only shop on one island, which would you choose? We'll take any and all advice. Thanks! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mylove Posted August 26, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Cozumel is cheaper by a long shot but Cayman has some great quality items,I have to say both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindainchina2003 Posted September 10, 2009 #3 Share Posted September 10, 2009 I have only done shore excursions at this port and can't remember any details. Is it easy to get into town for shopping? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOOLBEANS Posted September 10, 2009 #4 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Cozumel by a very long shot for me......GC is too expensive and less bartering....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaParrotHead Posted September 10, 2009 #5 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Depends on what you're shopping for, but I don't know that GC has anything I couldn't get at home (or online) for much cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mylove Posted September 10, 2009 #6 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Grand Cayman does have perfume that you can buy there,that you can only get in France,not that your probably interested unless your like me a perfume fanatic..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laughing Angel Posted September 11, 2009 #7 Share Posted September 11, 2009 Definitely Cozumel. Don't get me wrong--there are lots of nice things to be purchased in Grand Cayman, but I've found that the real deals are to be had in Cozumel. Food, liquor, jewelry can all be found for reasonable prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmmasNana Posted September 12, 2009 #8 Share Posted September 12, 2009 So is the shopping area or downtown area of Cozumel withing walking distance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loucat Posted September 13, 2009 #9 Share Posted September 13, 2009 Cozumel is by far my favorite. Cayman has beautiful stores with very upscale pricey items. I am sure you could do better in the US even considering taxes. There is one great(although small) store on the main street that has unique clothes, purses and island type jewelry. Cozumel is good for pewter items and silver, different types of stones etc. The stores downtown and those at the ports have so much. If you do go downtown, get off the main street and explore the many shops that parralel the main drag. They also have interesting and unusual crafts, jewelry etc. Happy shopping:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcacruiser Posted September 18, 2009 #10 Share Posted September 18, 2009 most definitely shop in Cozumel. It is by far the shopping mecca, but get away from the mall that is right at the port. Grand Cayman is very nice, but mostly designer brands and expensive. ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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