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“The Ultimate Island Destination”
Resort Overview
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is a destination resort that will soon be embraced as the ultimate island getaway, perfect for visitors and locals alike. Situated on the picturesque Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, this multi-million-dollar renovation project is inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and when it hosts its grand opening in 2017, will be a welcome addition to the island’s rapidly expanding travel and dining scenes. The beachfront resort will convey warm,
authentic Caymanian hospitality that perfectly aligns with the island’s well-deserved reputation as the “World’s Friendliest Country.”
The first full-service Caribbean destination resort for Margaritaville, the new Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will feature a coastal-inspired, laid-back vibe along with elements that capture and embrace the local island culture. Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will feature 285 guestrooms; three pools, including an activity pool with a waterslide, a large pool with a swim-up bar and a zero-entry kiddie pool area, and an adult-friendly pool; live entertainment; retail shops; a complimentary kid’s club; a 24-hour fitness center; an-onsite Red Sail Sports Desk; and an impressive food and beverage line-up with three first -ever concepts. Also perfect for events and meetings, the resort will include flexible venue to set the stage for corporate group collaboration and social gatherings.
In addition to an array of activities offered on-site, Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman offers nearby access to the island’s top attractions including sunset cove, snorkeling, diving, shopping and golf.
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Fact Sheet
Overview:Inspired by Jimmy Buffett’s laid-back island lifestyle, Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is a one-of-a kind beachfront property, located at the beginning of Grand Cayman’s world-renowned Seven Mile Beach.
Location: 269 West Bay RoadGrand Cayman KY1-1204, Cayman Islands
Website: www.margaritavilleresortgrandcayman.com
Accommodations:Redefining the lines between land, sky and sea, this 285 guestroom resort will be the ultimate casual-luxe Caribbean destination. Sea-inspired furnishings, crisp white bedding, accented glass and teak finishing will ensure perfection in the eyes of every guest looking to escape to island paradise.
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All Guestrooms & Suites Offer: White bedding with tropical-inspired sheets Walk-in showers or tubs 55” LCD TVs High-speed wireless Internet (available in the accommodations and throughout the resort) Contemporary wood desk with data ports Irons & ironing boards In-room safe Keurig® coffee makers 285 guestrooms and suites include:
o 141 king o 141 double queenso 3 suites (a one-, two- and three- bedroom)
Resort Offerings/Amenities: 1,500 square feet of retail space Multiple restaurant and bar concepts, including:
o YARAo Spreado Banana Wind Caféo License to Chill Lobby Baro Margaritaville Coffee Shopo 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar
Flexible meeting and event space with indoor and outdoor locations
24-hour fitness center Parakeets Kid’s Club In-room dining Concierge service On-site Red Sail Sports Desk
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Meet the Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman TeamExecutive Bios
Jocelyn Ojeda, Hotel ManagerJocelyn joins Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman with more than 10 years of managerial experience in hospitality. Coming from New York City, Jocelyn is responsible for the full operation of Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman,
and works closely with all departments to ensure the property is in full working order and achieves the maximum room and F&B revenue. In addition, Jocelyn has been featured in Passport Magazine and TravelAge West highlighting her concierge expertise within New York City.
Marco Mauthner, Food and Beverage DirectorAs food and beverage director, Marco leads the strategy, planning and development of Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman’s various dining outlets. An internationally experienced expert in high-end food and beverage planning and operations, as well as restaurant and hotel openings, Mauthner’s comprehensive experience includes working at the Melia and Hilton Hotels in Vienna, the London Hilton, La Cigale in Doha, and Trader Vic’s restaurants in Shanghai, San Francisco and Abu Dhabi. Mauthner holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from the International Hospitality School in Retz, Austria.
Dylan Benoit, Executive ChefDylan was brought on to oversee Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman’s signature global steakhouse concept YARA. Most recently, Benoit served as the Executive Chef for Market Street Group where he oversaw six diverse restaurant concepts in Grand Cayman. Prior to that, Dylan served as Sous Chef at Osetra Bay Restaurant, a fine dining destination located in Morgan’s Harbor district of Grand Cayman, and spent years studying and working in his home country of Canada under Chefs like Mark McEwan. Originally from Barrie, Ontario, Benoit has travelled extensively
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throughout North America, Central America and South America as well as the Caribbean, Asia and some of Europe. He has studied cuisines and cultures from around the globe and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the culinary team.
Local Attractions
Discovering The Cayman Islands Visitors to Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will be able to easily access some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful spots and experiences, including:
Seven Mile Beach – Incredibly clear waters and white powdered sand are just one of the beach’s tempting characteristics. Seven Mile Beach is a long crescent of coral-sand beach on the western end of Grand Cayman island. Seven Mile Beach is known for its beauty, receiving the honor of "The Caribbean's Best Beach" from Caribbean Travel + Life Magazine.
Stingray City – Take a trip into the North Sound and visit Stingray City and the Sandbar where visitors have the rare opportunity to play with friendly Southern Stingrays.
Kittiwake – Situated in a Marine Park and governed by Cayman Law, the Grand Cayman’s latest treasure, the Kittiwake is an underwater wreck that has blossomed into a dynamic environment for marine life. While visitors are not allowed to touch or take anything, there are endless sights to take in along the Kittiwake wreck.
Diving – The Cayman Islands are proudly recognized as the birthplace of recreational diving in the Caribbean. Today, Cayman is one of the world's top dive destinations. With more than 40 dive operations and 365 dive sites marked with moorings, adventurers from all over the world choose the Cayman Islands for the best of Caribbean diving. The warm, calm waters provide 100 ft. of visibility and a breathtaking variety of marine life.
Golfing – Golfing in Grand Cayman is a fun and challenging year-round activity that embraces the island’s beautiful natural surroundings. Guests can enjoy a quick round while here for business or can sneak away for an afternoon on the links during a family vacation.
Snorkeling – Cayman's greatest and easiest underwater adventure is an activity the whole family can enjoy. While beneath the sea, there is no safer, gentler and more exciting place to enjoy this sport than in Cayman's clear, calm waters.
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Caymana Bay – Located within a five-minute drive of the resort, Caymana Bay is a lively waterfront retail shopping plaza, which houses restaurants, local and international designer fashions, duty-free jewelry, stylish home accessories and more. Visitors can also find the only movie theater on the island here. Ok
Downtown George Town – Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is the closest resort to downtown George Town. There, guests can find an array of unique shops and restaurants.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand CaymanStory Angles
New Hotels & Resorts – Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is a multi-million-dollar renovation of an existing beachfront resort, slated to open in 2017. When it opens its doors, the beachfront resort will feature 285 guestrooms, 1,500 square feet of retail space, flexible meeting and event space, multiple restaurant and bar concepts and more.
Bridal, Honeymoon, Romance – Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is the ideal destination for couples to escape to paradise, say “I Do” and celebrate their nuptials with a relaxing yet exciting honeymoon or romantic getaway. Whether envisioning an outdoor wedding in a tropical setting or an indoor celebration in the resort’s 4,000 square-foot ballroom, Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman provides the ultimate backdrop for an unforgettable special event.
Culinary – Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will be a welcome addition to the island’s popular dining scene, with several restaurant and bar concepts to satisfy every guest’s palate. In addition to the License to Chill Bar located in the lobby, the resort will be home to a Margaritaville Coffee Shop, a three meal-a-day Banana Wind Café, a swim–up bar at the main pool and Spread, a unique charcuterie and MEDIA CONTACT:Hemsworth Communications(954) [email protected]
wine bar. Rounding out the property’s impressive food and beverage line-up will be the resort’s signature restaurant, the global steakhouse YARA, which means “place” to the native Taíno people of the Caribbean.
Family Travel – With a variety of family-friendly amenities and activities, Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is the ideal vacation for parents and children. From the pool areas to the Parakeets Kid’s Club, the resort is a memorable family-friendly escape. The array of guestroom and suite accommodations at the resort will feature bathtubs and walk-in showers. In addition, the surrounding Grand Cayman area offers much to do for children of all ages, including Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City and the Kittiwake snorkel and dive site.
Architecture & Design – The feeling of paradise radiates through Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman with sleek, tropical-inspired designs accompanied by subtle maritime accents, natural rock and wood materials, and colorful accessories. There’s no doubt guests will feel relaxed and recharged enjoying the property’s carefree casual-luxe style, including luxurious bedding with all-white linens; teak-finished furnishings; and more. The development team joined forces with The McBride Company on their design. In addition, the resort has partnered with a local photographer for the stingray and turtle artwork that can be seen in the elevators in the south Stingray Wing and north Turtle Wing at the resort.
Recreation and Wellness – Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will offer easy access to activities like diving, paddle boarding, snorkeling, golfing and more. In addition, the resort will offer an indoor, 24-hour fitness center.
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