Wealthy Auntie loves that new resort odor! So after I acquired a VIP invitation to the Resort Indigo Grand Cayman within the Cayman Islands—the favourite trip spot of fellow real-life Wealthy Auntie, Saturday Evening Reside star Ego Nwodim—my Akila swimsuit virtually jumped into the suitcase by itself.
Resort Indigo Grand Cayman—a flagship location for the model and IHG Accommodations & Resorts—is situated simply inland from the island’s glowing Seven Mile Seashore. There are 7,500 sq. ft of lush perfection only for the assembly and occasion areas on the property alone!
Slap in your sunscreen (sure, even melanated pores and skin wants that SPF 50) and journey with me to the islands to discover Resort Indigo Grand Cayman’s 282 guestrooms and suites, its multicultural eating choices and Pom Pom, house to one of many island’s few rooftop lounges.
The Lodging
Upon arrival, Wealthy Auntie was greeted with a refreshing libation to sip whereas having fun with the resort’s Bohemian-designed inside, bathed in cool tropical colours and crisp neutrals. My guestroom continued the vibe, providing a beachy really feel comingled with luxe facilities: plush bedding, Zenology toiletries and an enormous balcony that missed the infinity swimming swimming pools and waterfall characteristic, in addition to a view of the ocean.
After hitting the resort’s large-sized gymnasium and a fast dip within the ocean (the resort hosts a particular part for friends full with loungers, seaside towels, sunscreen and funky drinks), Wealthy Auntie received prepared to soak up all of the flavors.
Eating included a morning espresso at Café Alula, Resort Indigo’s grab-and-go mart, adopted by contemporary fish tacos and Frosé at poolside Bata Bar for lunch.
Dinner is usually a triple deal with, because the resort’s three important eating places are housed below the identical roof. Get pleasure from coastal traditional eating indoors or exterior at Catalina.
Style ingenious Japanese dishes at Milkberry or expertise an intimate one-of-a-kind culinary journey at Rasa.
The Perks
Prepared for an ocean journey? Captain Richard Markman of Miss Stunning took us to Stingray Metropolis. And whereas Wealthy Auntie solely dipped her toes within the water, vacationers repeatedly descend on the spot to offer a kiss to the cartilaginous fish (it’s stated to deliver good luck).
There are additionally snorkeling and starfish gazing alternatives on the waves, and Captain Markman makes a imply ceviche and contemporary fruit plate.
Feeling ravenous in spite of everything that exercise? Dinner at Avecita’s Chef Desk contained in the Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa will fulfill your tastebuds. Chef Alberto R. guides you thru a six-course meal paired with iconic gem wines, utilizing contemporary components like halibut, mushrooms and chocolate, my private favourite meals group.
“Wealthy Auntie” Delaina Dixon at Pom Pom. Picture: EBONY.
I completed the night time at Pom Pom, situated on Resort Indigo Grand Cayman’s rooftop. It’s one of many most interesting rooftop bars on the island, an ideal place to sip on its Latin-inspired cocktails and watch the unimaginable Seven Mile Seashore sundown.
The Tradition
Inside The Nationwide Gallery of the Cayman Islands, Wealthy Auntie fed her soul with Thatched Roofs and Ironwood Publishs, an exhibition celebrating the artwork and artistry of the Caymanian House.
Whether or not you head out or keep in, make the Resort Indigo Grand Cayman a part of your island journey. –