Inside the beachfront Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman: The little things that make a big difference

This summer, we didn't want to mess around. My family wanted an actual vacation: a perfect beach steps from our room, plenty of activities when we wanted them and a resort that felt relaxing instead of requiring constant planning.We found exactly that at the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman, which is located right on iconic Seven Mile Beach.SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUYThe Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman isn't the newest hotel on Seven Mile Beach or the least expensive. But if you're looking for a luxury resort where virtually every detail has been thoughtfully considered, it's one of the strongest options on the island.SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUYThere are certainly places that cost less on Grand Cayman, whether you are paying with cash or points. But after staying at a few of those more budget-friendly spots, I was curious how the granddaddy of them all — the Ritz-Carlton — would stack up.Grand Cayman's beaches are beautiful no matter where you book. So while the beach was exquisite, it wasn't just the beach itself that made the Ritz-Carlton feel different — it was the dozens of thoughtful little touches that added up to a much more luxurious vacation.Here's what that means.SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS ...