Cayman Cookout is the luxury gastronomic festival created by chef Eric Ripert at The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman. Every corner is dressed for the occasion, and the delicacies and drinks invade not only the property's restaurants but the beach, the spa (which was converted for one night into a drinks bar) and even the elevator.

"Beyond the view or how nice a room may be, what guests remember are the moments of happiness," says Marc Langevin, general manager of the hotel.