Question Trip to Grand Cayman or ?????

[Xterra]

I have been to Cozumel multiple times for diving and know pretty much all the major dive spots, I love them and like the value it offers.
But for my birthday trip I wanted to dive somewhere special and different. I also dived other Caribbean islands, already and been to Belize, Roatan, St. Lucia, Jamaica, Dom Rep, Tobago, Barbados.
How is Grand Cayman and where is a good Dive and sleep Resort? I heard a lot of Sunset House but what other options are there for a 1 week trip?
Solo traveler, always try to find others on the boat to buddy up with, so shore diving is a bit a problem.
Or Turcs and Caicos? Any place in October in the Caribbean that has direct flights from IAH
Thanks for ideas and suggestions

 

[rongoodman]

Little Cayman or Cayman Brac, I wouldn't bother with Grand Cayman. A liveaboard to Turks and Caicos would be my top suggestion.

 

[Snoweman]

Can't say anything about the other two Caymans, but I was very disappointed with Grand Cayman.

Bonaire is fantastic diving, but it's a lot of work compared to someplace like Cozumel. When I go back, I will try to organize more boat dives

 

[ROUS]

Grand Cayman is my go-to destination. Matter of fact, I'll be there in about three weeks. For me, it just offers the best combination of dive sites, dive operators, lodging, and food. I'll be diving with my favorite operator (Just Dive Cayman) and staying at an Airbnb. Many people rent cars, but I'll be on foot. I'm never disappointed by a trip there. That's my $.02.

 

[aquabluegreg]

If you are looking for an alternate destination, Curacao is a great spot, LionsDive Resort. I had a group of 40 there a month ago and they love the resort, dive operation, food and culture. Many will be going back in 2025. Otherwise, skip Grand Cayman. Little Cayman or Cayman Brac. T&C is expensive. If you want to stay in the Caribbean, as suggested a liveaboard might be an option with Explorer Ventures.

 

[scubadada]

Hi @Xterra

I would not give up on Grand Cayman. Consider Compass Point/Ocean Frontiers

Best Cayman Islands Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Trips - Ocean Frontiers

Enjoy Cayman Islands scuba diving or snorkeling with the award-winning dive operator and get ready to be wowed. We also offer PADI dive courses & boat trips.

www.oceanfrontiers.com

They have a special through October.

I would not do Turks & Caicos from land, too far to the dive sites, too much travel time.