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When Luke Mathot travels, he explores with his car, his eyes, and most importantly, his taste buds. “I want the most immersive experience possible wherever I go,” Mathot says. This explains why he enjoys eating soup from paper cups in Jamaica and comparing buss up shut at roadside stands in the eastern Caribbean. It’s also why Mathot jumped at the opportunity to be at the culinary helm as Vice President of Food & Beverage Product Innovation for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts.
We caught up with him between taste tests to find out what’s new, what’s coming, and the story behind the team innovating the food and beverage experience across Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts:
People ask me, “What is a food and beverage innovator?”
I’d never heard of it either until this position came up, and I’ve been around hospitality my entire life. My dad worked in hotels across North America & Europe and I’ve worked in four countries and major cities like London, Chicago, and Los Angeles. But with all this F&B background, I have never been involved in anything close to what we’re doing at Sandals and Beaches. It’s a responsibility I uphold alongside our incredible team of culinary disruptors. The combination of their talent, passion for local cuisine and our innate Caribbean influences are really bringing forward a locally charged experience that we are so proud of.
Fresh conch, the Bahamian national dish, takes center-stage at Sandals Royal Bahamian.
"We’re literally using food to tell the stories of each destination.”
Let me simplify what that means. In the Bahamas, we’ll prepare conch the way the best Bahamian chefs prepare it. In Grenada, we’ll lean into unique blends of island spices. In Jamaica, we’ve rethought the ideal methods to bring out the powerful taste of jerk. Travelers have been missing great island flavors because no one has ever done this type of research and development with F&B, until now.
How do I personally get my inspiration? Well, it all starts with a rental car when I’m in the Caribbean.
I’ll drive around and ask chefs and bartenders, “Where do you eat three days before payday?” The answers have helped me find bite-size fish called sprats and a jelly man near Ocho Rios. I love sampling oxtail, the smell of curry, and eating stew from roadside stands. We won’t serve oxtail from pots or pour it into paper cups, but we will challenge ourselves to elevate local dishes and drinks. Then we can build five-star concepts around them across Sandals and Beaches. Getting all of those local flavors and influences are the key to authentic innovation.
But wait… this all started with a cocktail at Sandals Royal Bahamian.
We were testing a mango margarita one day and decided to try it with a few drops of a local hot sauce. I know what you’re thinking, but the drink was so good that we put it on tap. We didn’t plan to do that, but now we can take what we learned and tap specific drinks at every resort so guests can be assured of a consistent taste that’s distinct to the island. That’s what our guests want, and we are keen to deliver.
A new selection of delectable drinks awaits guests at Sandals Royal Bahamian's Coconut Grove Bar, including the almost-too-pretty-to-drink Dragon in the Coconut, the colorful Strawberry Guava Frose, and the Mango Mai Tai.
Our team members are our biggest inspiration.
Think about it. We have thousands of food and beverage experts at Sandals and Beaches. Almost all of them are from the Caribbean. They have grandmothers or family members with awesome recipes, secret ingredients, and unique cooking methods. My favorite days are when someone brings a dish from home. We can experiment with it, on the spot, and come up with a new menu item that’s delicious, authentic, and unique.
The other day we had one of those moments in Negril.
We were working on a dish called escalivada where you roast vegetables and wrap them together for a new Spanish concept we just launched at Sandals Negril called Brava. While the dish traditionally calls for eggplant, we decided to try charred pineapple instead. It elevated the entire dish to another level. The same kind of local knowledge led us to use callaloo in a spinach and artichoke dip and to transform crispy rice spicy tuna into smoked marlin & escoveitch on crispy bammy. We also found a technique to use butter beans instead of chickpeas in a hummus. We do that every day — blend creativity with cultural authenticity.
That’s the idea behind our “elevated gourmet takeaways.”
You know them by another name: food trucks. They make perfect sense at Sandals and Beaches. Guests often want to take something quick to the beach or to their private pool. So, we’ve introduced food trucks with local favorites like conch fritters at Sandals Royal Bahamian’s Coco Queen and Dutch beef croquettes at Sandals Royal Curaçao.
At the Coco Queen food truck at Sandals Royal Bahamian, locally-inspired tacos and conch fritters pair perfectly with the salty air and swaying palms.
We’re just getting started with the quick service restaurants.
There will be food trucks and little brick-and-mortar joints at every resort. I’m really excited about a new barbecue place called Sweetwood at Sandals Ochi Beach Club, where we’ve decided to use local ingredients, Texas BBQ techniques, and a wood that’s indigenous to Jamaica. It’s another way to bring the story of the island into the food, and we can’t wait for our guests to try it.
Sandals Dunn’s River is one of our most important innovation stories.
The resort is full of history and cultural significance, but how do you express that in a cup or on a plate? We came up with BLŪM, a specialty coffee shop to showcase the iconic Blue Mountains and its world-renowned coffee beans. Then we took it a step further. You’re enjoying a cup of Jamaican-grown coffee in the heart of St. Ann Parish … what should you eat with it? The answer: Sweet potato pudding and gizzada. Our culinary teams learned from their grandmas how to knock those desserts out of the park, and that’s exactly what they’re doing at BLŪM.
BLŪM—a Sandals first coffee experience—meticulously pairs flavorful desserts with authentic Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee for the perfect morning or afternoon pick-me-up.
We’re also taking guests out to eat, literally.
We call it “Island Inclusive” dining, where we invite Sandals Select Rewards Members and guests staying in top suites at Sandals Royal Curaçao and Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau into the community for lunch or dinner at a restaurant we’ve spent a lot of time researching (and tasting at) on the island. Our team will spend months investigating nearby restaurants to find owners who serve great food and represent the island well. One local restaurant in Curaçao, called Sal the Kitchen, cooks up these amazing local dishes in a building made of ocean material that extrudes salt. It’s an experience you’ll never forget. And trust me, all of our partner Island Inclusive restaurants are THAT good. Up next… Sandals Dunn’s River in Jamaica!
Mosacaña Bar & Kitchen in Willemstad, Curaçao - a local Caribbean / Latin fusion restaurant included as part of Sandals Resorts’ Island Inclusive Dining Program. Photo credit: MosaCaña Curaçao
One thing to remember though… every island is different.
Roti in Jamaica is different from roti in Barbados. The best fruit in St. Lucia is different from the best fruit in the Bahamas. We honor those differences. Rum is a great example. We created Dunn’s Rum Club at Sandals Dunn’s River so guests can pair Jamaican rums with oxtail sliders and jerk-chicken. But when we open Three Jewels, the rum bar at Sandals Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, we’ll elevate the region’s best libations even further with rums from the small distilleries in the Grenadines paired with music from a collection of vintage & modern vinyl’s spinning. We want to deliver unique experiences in every facet of the vacation, rum and entertainment included!
The Papa Doble cocktail - a masterful mix of maraschino cordial grapefruit juice and white rum, served at the new Dunn’s Rum Club at Sandals Dunn’s River.
What about showcasing the delicious healthy foods in the Caribbean?
Already on it! The Sandals Foundation helps farmers grow some of the world’s best organic produce across the Caribbean, and beyond using their fresh produce and local ingredients across our resorts every day, we’re introducing new concepts that make these ingredients the star of the show. At Beaches Negril, for example, we’re rolling out the Green Machine, where families can create bowls using fresh island ingredients as a healthy grab-and-go option and it’s excellent. Guests are seeking out more nutritional options and with the resources so bountiful around us, you can expect to see more smoothie stands, salad trucks, and Green Machines coming to more Sandals and Beaches Resorts soon.
Please don’t ask about my favorite dish… I can’t pick!
I love all the food at Sandals and Beaches like I love all my children. But … OK … whenever I arrive at Sandals Royal Bahamian, I head straight to Coco Queen for conch fritters and conch chowder (by the way, we’re introducing a takeaway item that combines chowder and fritters into a single handheld snack, and it’s amazing). In Jamaica, I used to stop along the road for jerk chicken, but now I go directly to the Jerk Shack that we’ve reimagined at Sandals Dunn’s River. I’m a harsh critic and can honestly say the jerk at Sandals and Beaches is among some of the best I’ve had. So if you haven’t tried it yet, add it to your list ASAP!
Imbued with the taste of the tropics, the Jerk Shack at Sandals Dunn’s River presents authentic Jamaican Jerk for guests to savor.
What’s the future culinary journey look like across Sandals and Beaches, you ask?
We’re swinging for the fences. There is so much inspiration all around us… We’ve only begun to dip a toe into the possibilities with Caribbean cuisine and we’re making conscious efforts to make it shine. What I can tell you is that we will not be slowing down… besides, of course, when we stop to try the newest curry goat stand off the road on our next culinary adventure.
Do You Need A Passport To Visit Saint Vincent? Find Out Here!
One of the first things you’re probably thinking about before heading to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines in the Caribbean is whether or not you’ll need a passport. The answer to that question is yes -- most international visitors, including U.S. citizens, require a passport to travel to Saint Vincent.
In addition to a passport, travelers to Saint Vincent will need proof of their intended departure from the country, which may be requested by immigration. If you plan to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on a cruise, the rules are slightly different because you will be able to travel using another Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document rather than a passport (more on this later). Having said that, it is strongly advised that visitors bring a passport in case of an emergency.
If you want to learn more about passports and other requirements for visiting Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, you've come to the right place. Read on for tips on how to have a stress-free trip to this amazingly beautiful and sunny destination!
Do I need a passport when flying to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines?
As with international travel in general, passports are required for travel to Caribbean islands such as Saint Vincent. If you don't already have a passport, you should apply for one well in advance of your planned vacation dates. In order to clear immigration, you may be required to show a return or onward ticket in addition to a valid passport. At the time of your travel your passport should be valid for at least six months past your departure date. Before heading off, ensure there’s at least one blank page left in your passport for entry stamps.
Note: U.S. citizens do not need a visa to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Do I need a passport when going to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines on a cruise?
Vacationers who plan on traveling to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines as part of a cruise can either use a passport or another Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document. This includes Passport Cards, Enhanced Driver's Licenses and Trusted Traveler Programs such as Nexus, SENTRI, or FAST.
If you will be traveling on a Caribbean closed-loop cruise you will be able to travel with a state-issued ID such as your driver’s license and your original birth certificate. A closed-loop cruise is a cruise that departs and ends at the same U.S. port. In this case, both your driver's license and your birth certificate will be required.
Although it is possible to travel to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, as well as some other Caribbean islands, without a passport as part of a cruise, the U.S. State Department recommends that visitors obtain a passport before international travel in the event of an unforeseen emergency that would necessitate disembarking and returning by air.
Insider tip: Got your passport ready? It's time to start planning your island getaway! Luxury resorts are a great option for a Caribbean vacation that has it all. Sandals Saint Vincent puts you in the enviable position to explore the beauty of Saint Vincent while enjoying the awesome inclusions of Sandals.
Can I use a passport card or other identification to travel to Saint Vincent?
Passport cards
A passport card is a smaller and less expensive alternative to a passport that can be used for both land and sea travel. A passport costs approximately $135 USD (for one adult), whereas a passport card costs only $55 USD. In comparison, a passport card has more information than a standard issue government ID card. However, for international air travel, U.S. passport cards are not accepted.
Trusted Traveler programs
Trusted Traveler Programs are risk-based programs designed for frequent travelers. These programs typically include features such as expedited lanes at U.S. airports. Before being approved applicants are usually vetted by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Most Trusted Traveler Programs have no minimum number of trips required for travelers to qualify. Members can enter the U.S. via automatic kiosks at select airports. The kiosk provides the traveler with a transaction receipt at which point they can make their way to baggage claim ahead of leaving the airport.
Trusted Traveler programs include:
NEXUS: Generally used to enter the U.S. from Canada through land, air and sea; SENTRI: Generally used to enter the U.S. from Canada and Mexico by air or land; FAST: Generally used to enter and exit the U.S. from Canada and Mexico with a commercial truck.
At time of publication, all of the above memberships can be used as identification when embarking on a cruise to St. Vincent & the Grenadines. However, none of the Trusted Traveler programs can replace a passport when flying to St. Vincent & the Grenadines.
Enhanced driver’s license
A special driver's license that can also be used for travel is known as an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL). When traveling, the state-issued EDL can be used as identification because it also shows your citizenship. An EDL is a low-cost alternative to a passport and it can be used to enter and exit the United States from Canada, Mexico, and some Caribbean countries by land or sea. The EDL card includes security mechanisms as well as other features that aim to make travel safer and more convenient. The document cannot, however, be used in place of a passport for international air travel.
Bonus FAQs!
I’m stuck in Saint Vincent without a passport. What should I do?
It would be a nightmare to be stuck in Saint Vincent & the Grenadines or any other destination without a valid passport. If this should happen to you, the first thing you should do is go to the nearest police station and file a police report. This is critical because you may be asked to provide proof of this report (a copy) during the passport application process. Complete this as soon as possible.
The next step is to contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate general for help. Explain your situation and provide all requested information. Your explanation should include specifics from the information you included in your police report following the incident. After you provide the necessary information, staff at the embassy or consulate can assist you in obtaining documents to travel home.
You must complete and print the DS-11 passport information form as part of this process. You’ll also need to fill in, print, and sign the DS-64 (Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport) form. This will include information about your lost or stolen passport. You may need to provide evidence of U.S. Citizenship and a photo ID. Keep your police report and any travel documents you have that show the dates of your intended return. Once all of this is done, schedule an appointment to get an emergency or replacement passport.
Saint Vincent & the Grenadines Consulate and Embassy contact information
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados is also responsible for U.S Citizens in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. They can be contacted using the information below:
Wildey Business Park
St. Michael BB 14006
Barbados, W.I.
Phone: 1-246-227-4000
U.S. Citizens with emergencies, please call 1-246-227-4000 (BARBADOS – POST 1 will action accordingly) or (+1 473) 407-2495 (GRENADA).
Outside of Office Hours, contact: 1-246-227-4000.
What to do when your trip exceeds your maximum period of stay
When entering Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, you will be issued a visitor permit, which can be valid for up to six months for U.S. citizens. If you’re enjoying your time in Saint Vincent and want to stay longer, you can apply for an extension at the Immigration Head Office in Kingstown or any of the following ports: Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, and Union Island.
Do I need to get vaccinated before traveling to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines?
For most U.S. citizens who plan on visiting Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, you likely won't need to get vaccinated before your trip. With that said, it is recommended that prospective visitors ensure that they are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. It should be noted that travellers from regions where there is a high risk for yellow fever may be asked to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination. This rule applies to all travellers above the age of one.
Are there any currency restrictions for Saint Vincent & the Grenadines?
You won't need to worry about restrictions on local or foreign currency when traveling to Saint Vincent but it is important to ensure that you declare ‘cash and negotiable instruments’ valued above $10,000 USD or more (or its equivalent in another currency) upon arrival. Negotiable instruments include cheques, travellers’ cheques, money orders and promissory notes.
Grab your passport and explore the beauty of Saint Vincent!
Anyone traveling internationally to Saint Vincent & the Grenadines by air will need a passport to enter the country. Once you’ve got your documents in hand, there’s nothing to stop you from making the most of your trip to this gorgeous territory. If you really want to make this the trip of a lifetime, booking an all-inclusive stay at a Saint Vincent resort is the way to go! There’s nothing like having a selection of gourmet restaurants, bars, entertainment, and amenities at your disposal - included and unlimited.
Caribbean-Born and Raised: A Celebration of Sandals Resorts’ Heritage
For the longest time, Caribbean Heritage Month has been celebrated during the month of June. While communities honor their Caribbean heritage with Junkanoo festivals, steel drum bands, and food trucks serving jerk chicken and Red Stripes, let’s acknowledge the obvious: There’s no better place to live, breathe, and celebrate Caribbean heritage than on the same islands where it originates — and which by no coincidence are home to all 24 Sandals and Beaches Resorts.
Guests of Sandals and Beaches can hear the true Caribbean spirit in the accents of team members and see it in their natural smiles. It’s always present. That’s because the majority of the team members company-wide work in the same communities where they grew up learning to swim, cook, create, sing, and, above all, make others feel at home with their quintessential warm hospitality.
Pictured here: Team members at Sandals Royal Curaçao.
Sandals Resorts’ founder, the late Gordon “Butch” Stewart, built Sandals and Beaches on the very same principle of hospitality that he learned from his own neighbors as a young boy growing up in Jamaica. His son, Sandals Resorts’ Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart, now carries out that commitment as a 6th-generation Jamaican.
“The Caribbean way of life is embedded in my soul,” Stewart says. “Words are simply not enough to explain our heritage, that's why we would rather invite people into it - because getting to experience the Caribbean… now that’s where the real magic happens.”
Of all the Caribbean influences on cultural experiences throughout the world (reggae beats, rum punch, and strong Blue Mountain Coffee, to name a few), treating each other like family could very well be the most profound of all. And the teams at Sandals and Beaches have done more to build that reputation than at any other resort brand.
“There is nothing like the beauty that permeates the region — the people, the food, the art, the nature,” Stewart says, “which is why we take every opportunity to celebrate it and share our four corners of the Caribbean with the world.”
In June, these are a few ways Sandals and Beaches took the never-ending celebration of Caribbean heritage to another level.
A Celebration of Caribbean Nature
Whenever anyone refers to the Caribbean with words like “magic” or “beauty,” the mind immediately conjures images of the colorful sea, the lush mountains, and trees full of gorgeous fruit. The environment gives life, a fact that inspires all 18,000 employees of Sandals, Beaches, and the Sandals Foundation to be personally committed to preserving it.
In the Caribbean, a ‘home’ is not merely a house or a room. Home is in the sands, the breeze, and the ocean - and everything around it is crucial to the very existence of Caribbean people and their heritage.
Pictured here: The Sandals Foundation supports marine sanctuaries across the Caribbean in an effort to safeguard marine ecosystems for future generations.
As fate would have it, World Oceans Day comes every June 8, during Caribbean Heritage Month. This year, each time a guest booked a Sandals or Beaches vacation on World Oceans Day, the company donated $100 to island programs through the Sandals Foundation. The program directly improves the Caribbean ecosystem through coral restoration, mangrove planting, marine sanctuary education, turtle conservation, lionfish culling, and beach cleanups.
Pictured here: Two divers at Sandals Resorts swimming through a vibrant coral reef.
A Celebration of Caribbean Culture
Patrice Gilpin is the Director of Public Relations for the Sandals Foundation. In a conversation during Caribbean Heritage Month, you could hear in her voice the passion of a caring neighbor when she said, “We want to transform as many lives as we can in every community.”
One of the most powerful transformations is happening through an artisan program that empowers island craftsmen and craftswomen to make a living by creatively using their hands, their local resources, and their appreciation for heritage. “The more guests we have at the resorts, the more lives we can transform,” says Gilpin. “They make it possible for us to go into the communities and share business management skills, product development skills, and marketing skills.”
Pictured here: A local artisan crafting bracelets, necklaces and other jewelery.
With that in mind and in honor of Caribbean Heritage Month, Sandals and Beaches launched its ‘Rhythm and Blues Caribbean Sale', offering a number of incentives to get more guests to experience the Caribbean islands - from air credits up to $500 to $150 in spa credits at the award-winning Red Lane® Spa on eligible bookings.
As Gilpin said, more guests means more good for the Caribbean. The reach of that goodness extends far beyond the beaches and pools, to untraveled villages and rural areas where unique arts and crafts are being matched with more purpose.
“The favorite part of my job,” says Karen Zacca, Director of Operations for the Sandals Foundation, “is when I go up to the mountains to connect the craftsmen and craftswomen to resort guests through their work. Now these artisans are able to train young people so they can eventually carry on the local traditions.”
Pictured here: The Sandals Foundation empowers Caribbean artisans with skills to create, market, and distribute their crafts.
Zacca’s family heritage on the islands traces back more than a century. One of her drives takes her into Jamaica’s foothills where men and women have been weaving baskets, purses, and hats with a rare type of grass that grows here. The route from here to there passes through an outpost called Grateful Hill.
“Perfect, isn’t it?” Zacca says of the name. “That’s been the attitude on the island for as long as I can remember. These people express their gratitude through beautiful crafts. We can provide a platform. And resort guests can take something home to be reminded of the warmth and beauty of our Caribbean culture.”
Pictured here: A craftmaker in Turks & Caicos holding a handmade bag.
A Celebration of Caribbean Life
For Sandals and Beaches Resorts, celebrating Caribbean Heritage is celebrating the Caribbean way of life. It’s the beautiful ocean, the rhythmic accents, the distinct tastes, the pure nature, and the loving people. But you can’t fully understand what Caribbean heritage means until you’re immersed in it. Because here, heritage does not come and go with the pages of a calendar. It’s beautifully alive, every moment of every day.
Spark Some Passion In One Of These Cozy Sandals Rondoval Suites
With a focus on delivering the most romantic experience to guests, Sandals Rondoval suites meet this objective and then some. Rondoval suites are unique circular villas that offer couples a private vacation experience that includes everything they need during their stay. The idea is that couples who pick this option will not have to leave their room unless they want to.
Pictured: Sandals South Coast's gorgeous Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite With Private Pool gives you both the privacy and intimacy having your own plunge pool and the prestige of having access to one of the longest pools in Jamaica!
Rondoval suites are available at a number of Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean including on islands like Antigua, Saint Lucia, Grenada, Jamaica, and Barbados. Rondoval suites often include private pools, private patios, butler services, and plush furnishings. These suites are among the most romantic at Sandals Resorts -- right up there with the resort's Over-the-Water bungalows!
If you want to know more about Sandals Resorts’ Rondoval suites, just keep reading. In this post, we’ll share everything you need to know about this romantic accommodation option at the Caribbean’s best resort for couples.
Rondoval suites: What exactly are they?
Rondoval suites are Sandals’ most romantic accommodations, being circular, intimate, and made for love. They are also among the resort's most elite rooms. The circular shape and high conical ceilings of Rondoval suites set them apart from the other rooms and suites available at Sandals Resorts.
Though the concept of these rooms and suites is similar, all of the Rondoval suites at the various Sandals Resorts are really one-of-a-kind. Take Sandals South Coast for instance. When originally introduced, Sandals South Coast's Rondoval Suites were promoted as being the "World's First Swim-Up Rondoval Suites”. The swim-up concept being integrated with Rondoval suites at this resort was a Sandals first. The Rondoval suites at Sandals South Coast also stand out from that of other islands because of their charming, thatched roofs.
This speaks to the level of attention to detail you can find in Sandals Rondoval suites across the region. These suites are wonderfully outfitted with spa-style bathrooms, separate living and dining areas, and pretty much everything a couple would need for a tropical getaway. Private plunge pools, sleek outdoor furnishings, king-size beds, fully-stocked bars, tranquillity soaking tubs, Butler Elite services, and 24-hour room service are also featured in these suites.
There are a couple of different variations of Rondoval suites between the Sandals Resorts including beachfront Rondoval suites with beautiful ocean views, swim-up Rondoval Suites, and butler suites. These concepts tend to overlap in a sense within individual resorts.
Sandals Resorts with the most spectacular Rondoval suites
Sandals Resorts offers a wide range of Rondoval suites. We've broken down the amenities available in the Rondoval suites in Jamaica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Barbados, and Antigua so you can choose the best suite for your couples’ trip.
Sandals Dunn's River Falls offers one of Sandals' most romantic Rondoval Suites — the Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite that comes with its own private pool retreat. Staying in a romantic Rondoval suite at this resort just might be the cherry on top of your great couple’s vacation. There are a host of quality inclusions offered at this resort such as 12 restaurants, 9 bars including swim-up bars, and a whole lot more.
Inside the Coyaba Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite at Sandals Dunn’s River Falls, couples will find a spacious bedroom with a custom king-size bed, an HD Smart TV, and direct access to a private pool sanctuary for two. From your patio, you'll enjoy a front-row seat to the resort's breathtaking sunsets and quick access to the resort's river pool. There's also a bistro dining set and chaise lounges out on the patio. This circular suite features a premium in-room bar and a Tranquility Soaking Tub. The amazing inclusions of this selection are rounded off by 24-hour in-room dining, in-room check-in, and a personal butler.
Sandals South Coast's unique amenities — including an overwater bar, an Over-the-Water Chapel, and beachfront Rondoval suites — ensure that guests who choose to spend their holiday there will spend a lot of time in or around the water. Sandals South Coast is a beachfront resort in Whitehouse, Jamaica.
Choose the Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool at this resort for a romantic break. Though swim-up rooms and suites are common for Sandals Resorts, this is a new concept for Rondoval suites. This means that if you stay in a Rondoval suite at Sandals South Coast, you’ll have access to a pool right at your doorstep. This pool is none other than the enormous river pool - Jamaica's biggest pool, measuring 17,040 square feet. The Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite also features a private pool that can be accessed from the bedroom.
Aside from the high, conical ceiling, the Rondoval suites at Sandals South Coast feature a custom king-size bed, a large living area with an HD Smart TV and in-room premium bar, a bathroom with luxury additions like solid-stone soaking tub, an independent walk-in shower, freestanding vanity and more. Personal butler service, 24-hour in-room dining, and VIP Check-In are standard in these suites.
Good to know: Sandals South Coast is nestled on a quiet 500-acre nature preserve, assuring guests a truly serene vacation. This resort is ideal if you want to spend time away from the high-season crowds in places like Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios while in Jamaica. As the icing on the cake, the bonfire area and fire pits at Sandals South Coast are not to be missed!
3. Sandals Grande St. Lucian (Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia)
The Sandals Grande St. Lucian resort has garnered rave reviews for its “perfect service, wonderful entertainment, exquisite views, and excellent vistas.” This Saint Lucian resort is located on Pigeon Island Beach. The magnificent panoramas, multiple pools, pristine beachfront, and proximity to some of the island's most popular activities are part of the appeal of this multi-award-winning Sandals Resort.
Sandals Grande St. Lucian offers two Rondoval suite choices: the Beachfront Rondoval Suite and the Grande Rondoval Butler Suite. Private pools, in-room bars, personal butler service, 24-hour room service, and private airport transfers are available with both options. These, like all Sandals suites, are the epitome of luxury and romance and are secluded enough for couples to enjoy their vacation uninterrupted.
The main distinction between these two options is the proximity to the beach. The beachfront rooms are just steps away from the beach, while the Grande Rondoval Butler Suite offers tranquil views of the tropical garden and neighboring mountains. Notable features available in both options include a fully furnished private veranda with a hammock, outdoor shower, jacuzzi, and private plunge pool.
Sandals Royal Barbados is located in Barbados’ St. Lawrence Gap. This resort features a rooftop pool and bar, a 4-lane bowling alley, restaurants such as the American Tavern (traditional American cuisine), Chi Asian Fusion, and a gourmet donut shop. Guests will like how close to the beach this resort is, as well as its Butler Elite service and Sandals signature exchange privileges with the nearby Sandals Barbados.
The South Seas Grande Rondoval Butler Suite With Private Pool is the only available Rondoval suite at Sandals Royal Barbados. This suite is private, surrounded by greenery, and ideal for a couple's getaway. Features include a zero-entry pool, a large soaking tub for two, a spacious interior, and a beautiful private terrace surrounded by natural beauty. Guests who choose this option will be able to enjoy the fully stocked bar, private butler service, and 24-hour room service.
Private, roundtrip airport transfers in a Rolls Royce are included with the Sandals Rondoval package at Sandals Royal Barbados. It will also be easy to organize trips and excursions throughout the island straight from this resort through the Sandals tour desk.
Sandals Grenada is on the beautiful Pink Gin Beach in St. George’s, Grenada. This is one of the newer Sandals Resorts and couples can enjoy a vacation here that includes lots of food options (10 restaurants), water sports including scuba diving, ocean-size infinity pools, sultry outdoor lounges, romantic suites like the Rondovals, and so much more. Sandals Grenada is located a short drive from the Maurice Bishop International Airport in Grenada.
Couples can spend their vacation at Sandals Grenada in a private Rondoval Suite. The South Seas Grande Rondoval Butler Suite is set in the lush, tropical backdrop of Grenada. This suite has its own private entrance and the trademark Rondoval 20-foot conical ceiling. Couples will discover a custom mahogany king-size bed inside, as well as a luxurious private pool retreat with direct access from the bedroom. There is also a fully stocked wet bar and a large soaking tub fashioned out of solid stone inside the suite.
A patio is included as well as a zero-entry plunge pool. Dining is possible outside since the patio includes chaise lounges and a dining table. Whirlpools with waterfalls, a tranquility soaking tub, stunning décor, and rich natural foliage will add to your experience in this suite. Rondoval suites at Sandals Grenada also include Butler Elite and 24-hour in-room dining.
Sandals Grande Antigua, located in St. John’s, Antigua, has two options of Rondoval Suites that will appeal to couples looking for romantic accommodation: the Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval With Private Pool and the Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval. Each of these suites is lavishly furnished and features spa-style bathrooms, butler service, and round-the-clock room service.
In terms of their overall look, there are key differences between the Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval and the Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval. The vistas from each of these rooms are one of the most notable distinctions. The Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval looks out over the ocean, while the Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval looks out over a tropical garden. While the Honeymoon Butler Rondoval's location amidst exotic and gorgeous gardens will appeal to those seeking a more serene getaway, the Beachfront Rondoval is a great choice for those who want to be closer to the beach during their stay.
The Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval features a garden patio with a luxury private pool retreat, a flat-screen TV, a bar equipped with premium liquors, and a handcrafted mahogany bed. The Caribbean Beachfront Rondoval has a patio that includes chaise lounges and a dining table. This room option also includes a fully stocked bar with premium liquors, but no plunge pool. Both of these suites are incredibly cozy and romantic.
Must-try activities outside your room: Everything to do at Sandals
Adventures & tours - Sandals Resorts make it easy to enjoy the best adventures and tours in the Caribbean. Some of the most popular excursions that can be booked through this resort include tours on catamarans, ATVs, hiking, horseback riding, and more. The available tours and excursions vary based on the resort.
Water sports - Want to spend lots of time in the ocean and particularly trying new water sports? A vacation at Sandals Resorts makes this possible as you can do everything from snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, and more. Professional instruction and all equipment are provided as well.
Entertainment - The benefits of all-inclusive resorts include the numerous amenities and activities available without leaving the property. At Sandals Resorts, there's always something going on - whether day or night. Guests can expect themed nights, game nights, all-inclusive bars including swim-up bars, lounges, and pubs. You can also choose to book private events or just enjoy the parties that happen at these beach resorts regularly.
Unlimited food & drinks - You’ll love the food at Sandals Resorts! Each of these resorts has a personalized list of gourmet restaurants with cuisine from across the globe. Options include Caribbean fare, Asian, American, French, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine.
State-of-the-art fitness center - You might not want to fall back on your fitness journey during your getaway. At Sandals Resorts, guests have access to professional gym equipment and can also participate in fitness classes. If you want to turn up the temperature, book a private training session!
Romance and Rondovals go hand-in-hand
An intimate stay in a Sandals Resorts Rondoval Suite may be the ideal romantic escape for you if you desire a memorable trip. With so many Sandals destinations and Rondoval types to choose from, there is absolutely something for every couple! Whether you pick a Rondoval suite with a private pool, whirlpool, and waterfall in Grenada, one of the new swim-up Rondoval suites at Sandals South Coast, or another Rondoval option, you’ll be perfectly positioned for the trip of a lifetime.
The advantages of a Sandals all-inclusive vacation naturally permeate down to the Rondoval experience. The best part of it all is that if you stay in a Rondoval suite during your Sandals Resorts vacation, you'll be able to experience all the fantastic amenities that these suites provide, such as their seclusion and sumptuous nature, butler service included!
Settle in on the white sand beach underneath a straw umbrella, listen to the calming sounds of the ocean, and sip on an ice-cold signature cocktail - life doesn't get much better than this!
You simply can't beat Exuma, Bahamas when it comes to powdery white-sand beaches, calm turquoise waters, wooden swings, and pure bliss! The water is so blue, you won't believe your own eyes! The beach at Sandals Emerald Bay is gorgeous, private, and gives you ample space to find a good spot.
Pictured: The beach at Sandals Emerald Bay is ideal for relaxation, and conveniently located within 15 minutes of another world-famous beach, Coco Plum Beach.
2. Sandals Grande Antigua
Hands down, Dickenson Bay is the best of Antigua’s 365 beaches. Expect soft white sand, tall palm trees, and calm turquoise waters. Sandals Grande Antigua got voted the Most Romantic Resort in the World for a reason!
Pictured: With a romantic ambiance and hundreds of beaches to choose from, Antigua is an awesome option for couples who love a great beach.
3. Sandals Negril in Jamaica
The expansive Seven Mile Beach never disappoints. This is Jamaica's best beach. Expect calm turquoise waters and stunning sunsets. It’s the perfect spot for a long walk on the beach or a leisurely swim with a cocktail in hand!
Did you know?: Seven Mile Beach is technically four miles long, with the remaining three miles of this shoreline, an area known as Bloody Bay, being just as breathtaking. A two-for-one beach in gorgeous Negril? What could be better?
4. Sandals Grande St. Lucian in Saint Lucia
Amazing views, calm waters, pristine shores, and lots to explore. The lush island of Saint Lucia is easily recognized by its twin mountains, the Pitons, but the beaches are also a defining feature. As a guest of Sandals Grande St. Lucian, you can enjoy the picturesque beach at the property whenever you desire, and also discover new beaches nearby, like those on Pigeon Island.
Pictured: Sip on unlimited cocktails and bury your toes in the powdery white sand of this picture-perfect beach. While staying at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, you can enjoy complimentary transfers to Sandals Regency La Toc and Sandals Halcyon Beach where more amazing beaches await!
5. Sandals Montego Bay in Jamaica
A private white sand beach with beautiful, calm turquoise waters. Don’t forget to visit the Over-The-Water bar for a cocktail or two!
Pictured: Sandals Montego Bay, the all-inclusive resort that ushered in a new standard of luxury in the Caribbean, has one of the most exclusive beaches on the island!
6. Sandals South Coast in Jamaica
A long beach that’s perfect for a romantic walk along the shores. The beach at Sandals South Coast (and the rest of the resort) is part of a private nature reserve. As a result, the ocean bottom can be quite rocky (bring water shoes!), but there are plenty of areas where you’ll find a sandy spot to float around. There's also lots to explore when snorkeling offshore.
Pictured: When you’ve had your fill of the beach at ‘sexy’ Sandals South Coast, you can turn your attention to the pools. This resort has one of the largest pools in Jamaica, and a view of the mountains that will take your breath away!
7. Sandals Barbados / Sandals Royal Barbados
Pristine white sand beach. Although there’s a rock barrier to protect the shores, you shouldn’t expect the waters to be perfectly calm at all times. This is the perfect beach to sip on a cocktail and listen to the calming sound of the waves.
Pictured: Barbados is a small island, but it has no shortage of great beaches. Among the best is the white-sand beach at Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados, which reaches out into wonderfully calm azure waters.
Bonus: Sandals Barefoot Cay in The Bahamas
Right off the coast at Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals guests have access to a private offshore island named Sandals Barefoot Cay. The beach on the back of the island is a great spot to go on a snorkeling adventure. Guests often report turtle sightings.
Fan the flames of romance on one of the best beaches in the Caribbean!
Calm turquoise waters, white sand, swaying palm trees, and thriving reefs can set the scene for an incredible tropical experience. Don’t be afraid to bury your toes in the sand, bask in the sunshine, and cast your worries away while doing so. No matter which Sandals resort you choose, you’ll have easy access to at least one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Plus, you can indulge in a host of other inclusions like unlimited gourmet dining at multiple restaurants, multiple bars including swim-up bars, entertainment day and night, land sports, and water sports.
Romance is so much easier when everything else is taken care of … and you’re relaxing on your very own slice of paradise.
35 Best Caribbean Islands to Visit During Your Next Getaway
An upcoming vacation has a way of spicing up life as you know it - from the moment the days start dwindling until you get to your destination. Before you find yourself on the shores of an island paradise, you’ll first need to decide which one you want to visit. If you’re looking for somewhere gorgeous, adventurous, and fun, the Caribbean is probably the first place that comes to mind.
Where should I travel in the Caribbean?
The Caribbean Islands are a great destination for a variety of vacation experiences. Whether you are looking for a family-centric experience, a romantic getaway, or a lively adventurous vacation, there is something for everyone. However, there are a few things that you should keep in mind before deciding on a Caribbean destination.
•Best place for families in the Caribbean: You’ll want an island that offers a lot of age-appropriate activities for your children, but also something exciting for older travelers. The Bahamas offers a lot of different activities, perfect for kids and adults.
•Best place for nightlife in the Caribbean: Jamaica offers so many wild activities for nightlife. They are famous for their Caribbean rum and know how to throw a party. Our favorite time to visit is during Bacchanal (or Jamaican Carnival) season, which lasts for about 2 weeks between March and April.
•Best place for couples in the Caribbean: There are romantic destinations everywhere in the Caribbean. However, our favorite destination is Grenada. This island is less popular than destinations like Jamaica and The Bahamas but offers intimate romantic moments for couples celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary. It’s definitely among the best couples' vacation destinations in the Caribbean!
Throughout this article, we’ll go over the top 35 islands to visit in the Caribbean so you can find your ideal destination.
•Best time to visit Jamaica: mid-December to mid-April
Jamaica is a paradise for anyone looking to explore, unwind, and enjoy a mix of nature and luxury. This island is just an hour and a half away from some U.S. cities and can be the tropical getaway you’ve always dreamed of.
The first thing you’ll notice once you arrive in Jamaica is how green this island is. Beaches with swaying palm trees are a reality here - as are crisp and clean waterfalls you can jump right into. If you’re into reggae music (such as the sounds of Bob Marley) or even spicier genres like dancehall, you can dance to your heart’s content at any of the local clubs or bars, and even within your resort.
Go rafting on the Martha Brae River in Montego Bay, try an ATV safari adventure, stroll down Seven Mile Beach, or even visit the famous Blue Mountains to snag some delicious and authentic Jamaican coffee — whatever you decide to do, it’ll be against an idyllic backdrop.
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Features two Sandals Resorts that are side-by-side.
•Distance from New York: 4 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 35 minutes
•Best time to visit Barbados: December to mid-April
Barbados is where it's at if you’re looking for a postcard-worthy (or rather Instagram-worthy) vacation. Sun, sand, and sea will be the backdrop of your escape to this Caribbean island, which is known for its dreamy beaches, breezy palm trees, amazing seafood, and, of course, the singing sensation Rihanna who was born here.
Your Barbados adventure can start in Bridgetown, the UNESCO-listed, capital city of Barbados. A stroll through this town to see the sights will be both memorable and fun. As you walk around, you’ll be struck by the openness of the Bajan (Barbadian) people who love welcoming visitors to their shores. If you want to party in Barbados, consider going during Crop Over, a festival that is usually held in August, or during one of the other Caribbean festivals held on the island, including jazz and sailing events.
You won’t have a hard time finding accommodations because there are incredible all-inclusive resorts in Barbados that will make a vacation on this island that much more stress-free.
3. The Bahamas
Tropical island getaway just one hour away from Miami.
•Distance from New York: 3 hours 10 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 1 hour
•Best time to visit The Bahamas: December to mid-April
The Bahamas is near the top of the travel list for many people with their sights set on the Caribbean. This territory is made up of over 700 hundreds of islands, rocks, and cays, with some of the most popular being New Providence, where the capital city of Nassau is located, and the Exumas, which are truly exotic.
The Bahamas is loved both by the weddings and honeymoon crowds, as well as families looking for adventure and lots of beach time. All those islands equate to hundreds of beaches, many of them just a short drive or a boat ride away. The Bahamas is famous for pink sand beaches andswimming pigs as well, so this will be a truly unique experience.
Good to know: The waters of The Bahamas are among the clearest in the world which makes it great for snorkeling and diving. Some of the best all-inclusive resorts in The Bahamas include both snorkeling and diving in the cost of your vacation!
4. Puerto Rico
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•Distance from New York: 3 hours 43 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 30 minutes
•Best time to visit Puerto Rico: mid-April to June
Known for its beautiful landscapes, and rich culture, Puerto Rico makes for an exciting vacation destination. Many people don’t realize that Puerto Rico is an island, but it certainly is! This means that your island vacation can be closer than you think if you’ll be traveling to this destination from the United States. Here you can see firsthand some of the natural wonders of the world, including the Glowing Bays, which are bioluminescent beaches, and the Guánica Dry Forest, one of the most expansive dry forests in the world. While in Puerto Rico, you should also take some time to see the Raices Fountain at La Princesa, which was unveiled in 1992 and is spectacular to watch, especially around sunset.
5. The Turks & Caicos Islands
Home to Grace Bay Beach, named the Best Beach in the World in 2018. Also features one Beaches Resort.
•Distance from New York: 4 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 40 minutes
•Best time to visit Turks & Caicos: April to May
The Turks & Caicos Islands are among the best places to vacation in the world. This territory is made up of 40 islands, with each bringing something unique to the table.
Providenciales or “Provo,” is the main island in Turks & Caicos. This is the island where you’ll find some of the best luxury resorts and the main cruise ship port. From Provo, it won’t be hard to visit a few of the other islands in Turks & Caicos, such as Grand Turk where you can visit the Turks & Caicos National Museum to find out more about the history of the islands.
Salt Cay is another island in Turks & Caicos - one where you’ll be able to enjoy some of the best diving in the Caribbean and see one of the largest reef systems in the world.
Home to the World’s Most Romantic Resort. Features one Sandals Resort.
•Distance from New York: 4 hours 20 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 10 minutes
•Best time to visit Antigua & Barbuda: May to November
Antigua has, over the years, managed to present an incredible Caribbean experience that does not take away from the island’s authenticity, but rather enhances it. Promotions of this island revolve around the beach, and rightly so since there are 365 beaches on this beautiful little island. That’s right, one for every day of the year, and they are all unique and alluring.
In Antigua, you can take in panoramic views of Shirley Heights, visit the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and tour the Antigua Distillery for a taste of the island. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore sister isle Barbuda, which is just as popular with visitors.
When it comes to accommodations, the all-inclusive resorts in Antigua are worth considering if luxury and romance are what you want. All-inclusive means hassle-free, and who can argue with that?
7. Cuba
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•Distance from New York: 3 hours
•Distance from Miami: 4 hours
•Best time to visit Cuba: December to May
Cuba is a dream for travelers who love the beach, amazing food and exploring foreign cultures. This island may not be as modern as some others in the Caribbean, but that just makes it one of the most authentic.
Beautiful and timeless, this is one destination that will leave a lasting impression. When you get there, you’ll likely find yourself riding around in classic American cars, some of which date back to the 1950s. This aspect of Cuban life is a result of the embargo on American imports to the country.
In Cuba, you’ll have the option of staying in a hotel or in a homestay, which can be just as fun if not more so. English is not widely spoken on this island, so you might have to brush up a bit on your Spanish before you go. You’ll definitely want to spend some time exploring the UNESCO-listed capital city of Havana while you’re on the island.
8. Grenada
Features one Sandals Resort.
•Distance from New York to Grenada: 4 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami to Grenada: 3 hours 35 minutes
•Best time to visit Grenada: January to April
Grenada is known and loved for all the spices the island produces. Their aromas linger in the air, adding a certain sweetness to every vacationer’s experience. This island is as beautiful as they come! With its amazing waterfalls and spectacular beaches, you really can’t go wrong with selecting this island for a getaway.
In Grenada, you’ll find colorful colonial towns, exciting options for excursions like hiking nature trails, and the best of Caribbean hospitality. Your vacation on this island can include spending some time at one of the all-inclusive resorts in Grenada where you’ll have access to things like unlimited dining at multiple themed restaurants, bars including swim-up bars, day and night entertainment, and so much more.
As far as Caribbean vacations go, Grenada definitely leaves nothing to be desired.
9. Saint Lucia
•Distance from New York to Saint Lucia: 4 hours 51 minutes
•Distance from Miami to Saint Lucia: 3 hours 40 minutes
•Best time to visit Saint Lucia: mid-December to mid-April
An unexpectedly refreshing vacation awaits in Saint Lucia, also known as the Helen of the West Indies, or simply, Fair Helen. This beautiful island is fair indeed and features greenery almost everywhere you look.
This is one island where you can have a vacation that is as exciting or laid back as you desire. Whether you pack your itinerary with things to do or go with the flow, that’ll be entirely up to you. Whatever you decide, you might want to visit at least one beach and a waterfall. Some of the best beaches in the north of the island are Pigeon Island Beach and Reduit Beach, and in the south, Sandy Beach in Vieux Fort right next to the Hewanorra International Airport.
Speaking of beaches, there’s great snorkeling available in Saint Lucia as well! Some of the best snorkeling spots in Saint Lucia include Smugglers Cove Beach in Cap Estate, Marigot Bay Beach, and Anse Chastanet Beach in Soufriere. If you want to dive, you can easily set up your dive during a stay with one of the all-inclusive resorts in St. Lucia.
•Distance from New York to Curaçao: 4 hours and 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami to Curaçao: 3 hours 10 minutes
•Best time to visit Curaçao: May to November
Curaçao appeals to couples who want the Caribbean with a twist. This island is part of the ABC island chain that includes other Dutch-speaking islands, specifically Aruba and Bonaire. In Curaçao, you’ll be able to get a taste of the island’s history as you explore the capital city Willemstad. This whole city is a world heritage site filled with pastel-colored Dutch colonial-style buildings.
Lovers of art will enjoy the immersive experience of strolling through Otrobanda or Pietermaai in Curaçao and admiring the wall art and graffiti. This openness of these artistic displays is a reflection of that of the people, and this is one of those islands where the little details will remain ingrained in your memory.
Even the all-inclusive resorts in Curaçao manage to convey the unique mix of landscapes and culture that you’ll find on this beautiful southern Caribbean island.
11. Aruba
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•Distance from New York to Aruba: 3 hours
•Distance from Miami to Aruba: 4 hours
•Best time to visit Aruba: December to May
Even the name Aruba rings off the tongue in an exotic way, and exotic is certainly what you will find on this Dutch Caribbean island! The ‘A’ of the ABC island chain, Aruba has a lot to offer travelers who want a different kind of Caribbean experience.
Perfect for escaping from colder temperatures, this warm winter getaway destination is made just right with cool breezes where you need them most. Your exploration of this island can start in the capital city of Oranjestad. There you’ll find lots of restaurants and bars as well as entertainment. Aruba’s main cruise port is in the capital city as well, so when cruise ships are in port, things can get quite busy.
Aruba has some great beaches and is an amazing place to go diving. The white sand beaches, culinary delights, and endless possibilities for exploration on this island are definitely enough to keep any traveler smiling.
Insider tip: Both Aruba and Turks & Caicos are known for having some of the best beaches in the world. You can read up on Turks & Caicos vs Aruba to discover what sets these islands apart, and perhaps decide which one to visit on your next Caribbean getaway!
12. The Dominican Republic
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•Distance from New York to the Dominican Republic: 3 hours 40 minutes
•Distance from Miami to the Dominican Republic: 2 hours 20 minutes
•Best time to visit the Dominican Republic: July to August
The Dominican Republic (DR) barely needs an introduction — it is one of the most visited territories in the Caribbean. As this territory is near North America, travelers often take advantage of deals to vacation there. The appeal of the Dominican Republic has a lot to do with its incredible beaches, resorts, and entertainment.
If you’re looking for things to do while in the Dominican Republic, definitely visit the Damajagua Waterfalls, which will take your breath away. At this location, there are 27 waterfalls and natural rock pools you’ll be able to dip into. These are all along Puerto Plata on the Northern Corridor mountain range. The views from this area are outstanding.
There are lots more activities you can do in the DR including whale watching (if you go between the months of January and March), and visiting the monasteries and cobblestone streets of Domingo’s Zona Colonial, which have undergone some restoration. Definitely visit the capital Santa Domingo while there and be touched by the heart of this beautiful nation.
13. Bermuda
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•Distance from New York to Bermuda: 2 hours 15 minutes
•Distance from Miami to Bermuda: 2 hours 35 minutes
•Best time to visit Bermuda: March to April
Bermuda is tiny — just 20 miles by 2 miles, but this island packs a punch. Bermuda has a mix of cultural influences including British, North American, African, Portuguese, and West Indian. On this island, pastel-colored homes are the norm, which adds to the breezy and peaceful ambiance that will surround you from the moment you get there.
Bermuda has been featured in the Condé Nast Traveler as the number one island destination in the Caribbean and the Atlantic. You can decide for yourself when you get there and experience some of the beaches on this island, many of which are great for diving and some of which have pink sand, like Horseshoe Bay Beach. Golfing, yachting and a fantastic culinary scene that incorporates lots of fresh offerings are more reasons to visit this enthralling Caribbean nation.
14. Grand Cayman
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•Distance from New York to Grand Cayman: 3 hours and 34 minutes
•Distance from Miami to Grand Cayman: 1 hour 24 minutes
•Best time to visit Grand Cayman: May to October
Grand Cayman is the largest island in the Cayman Islands. Here you’ll find some cool resorts and restaurants, as well as lots of boutiques for shopping. Grand Cayman is known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean and when you get there, you can take a flavor tour to determine this for yourself.
From Grand Cayman, you can easily explore some of the other isles in the Cayman Islands as well as experience beach life on and around this island. Snorkeling and scuba diving are also popular on this island, and swimming with stingrays can easily be arranged. Some of the other things you can do in Grand Cayman include hiking, exploring the Crystal Caves with a guided walking tour, embarking on a bioluminescent boat tour, or even just sampling rum cake at Tortuga Rum Company.
Life is certainly a beach in Grand Cayman, and occasionally, a big party too.
15. St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
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•Distance from New York to St. Croix: 3 hours 51 minutes
•Distance from Miami to St. Croix: 2 hours 40 minutes
•Best time to visit St. Croix: April to June
St. Croix is a surprisingly cozy little island that lots of vacationers love. It is just around 40 miles to the south of the other Virgin Islands, and it is a nature lovers' paradise.
If you want to get off the hamster wheel for a bit and explore an island that is all about enjoying life on your own time, you’ll have a great vacation in St. Croix. This island is a top pick for snorkelers and divers who want to dip into the tranquility of the waters of this territory. Some of the best dives can be experienced at the Buck Island National Park where you’ll find the Buck Island Reef.
On dry land, some of the most interesting places you can visit in St. Croix include the St. George Botanical Garden, which is the perfect oasis to spend a couple of hours and take great photos. Beach-wise, Sandy Point on the west end is the most pristine and will be sure to leave an impression.
16. St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
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•Distance from New York to St. John: 4 hours 30 minutes
•Distance from Miami to St. John: 6 hours 48 minutes
•Best time to visit St. John: April to June
With two-thirds of St. John being part of a protected national park, it is clear just how much the local government cares for the sustainability of this island. This sort of protection assures travelers can have an authentic Caribbean experience on this island that will be filled with opportunities to explore and be one with nature.
St. John is one of the most popular islands in the U.S. Virgin Islands even though there aren’t any airports or cruise docks, and few resorts. You can access the island by ferry, which will land in the main village of Cruz Bay. From Cruz Bay, you can make your way around the island. Accommodation-wise, many people who visit St. John stay in vacation rentals or inns.
While in St. John, some interesting things to do include hiking the Cinnamon Bay Beach or Reef Bay trails, snorkeling at Trunk Bay, paddleboarding through Hurricane Hole, or even just enjoying happy hour on the beach. It will be a laid-back vacation, but you’re likely to return home refreshed.
17. St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 5 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 35 minutes
•Best time to visit St. Thomas: April to June
St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) is a great place to start when exploring this Caribbean territory that includes about 50 islands. Typical of the Caribbean, St. Thomas has lots of beautiful beaches. There are also lots of great places on this island to dine, go duty-free shopping, and even party.
Your vacation in St. Thomas can include lots of water sports action, island hopping to some of the nearby USVI islands, which offer their own unique experiences, indulging in sophisticated resorts, and just enjoying the outdoors. Let your days in St. Thomas be sun-kissed and memorable by just letting go and enjoying the moment island-style.
18. Haiti
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•Distance from New York: 3 hours 34 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 1 hour 55 minutes
•Best time to visit Haiti: November to March
Breathtaking waterfalls, lush vegetation, and blue waters are all attributes of the Caribbean nation of Haiti. This country was once a busy tourist destination loved for its tranquil beaches and rugged coves, but tourism has slowed in recent times.
Though Haiti is often highlighted in the media when tragedy strikes, this island is much more than it appears to be, and richer than some might think in many ways. During a vacation in Haiti, you’ll be able to enjoy some of the tastiest cuisines in the Caribbean. The food here is often a combination of flavors from various cultures including French, Spanish and African. You’ll definitely be tempted to take some recipes home with you if you’re a foodie, and even if you’re not.
If you’re able to get the timing right and set up a vacation in Haiti, it just might be an immensely enjoyable experience.
Bonaire, in the southern Caribbean, is part of the ABC island chain that includes Curaçao and Aruba. This is an adventurous island ideal for travelers who’re open to new experiences. Life in the outdoors of this Dutch Caribbean island is exciting, to say the least. The number one shore diving island in the world, Bonaire is considered a diver’s paradise. Kite surfing is popular on this island as well, particularly in Lac Bay where the trade winds are consistent offshore. Windsurfing is also a popular pastime.
In the south of Bonaire, which is flat and mostly covered with seawater, there are active salt production sites, a flamingo sanctuary, and a mangrove forest that you can explore by kayak. While in Bonaire, you can visit the capital city Kralendijk, which is also the main port on this island. In the town, you’ll find shops of all varieties as well as restaurants, boutiques, cafes, and bars.
Other than that, there’s lots more to explore in and around Bonaire including the nearby Klein Bonaire, a pristine sister island that can make an interesting day trip during your vacation.
20. Anguilla
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•Distance from New York: 7 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 5 hours 25 minutes
•Best time to visit Anguilla: May to August
No question about it, Anguilla is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. A vacation on this island will be all about indulging in the available luxuries and taking in the gorgeous natural scenery.
The easiest way to get to Anguilla is from the nearby island of Antigua, or by ferry from Saint Martin if you’re already on that island. In Anguilla, you can enjoy the beaches, bar hopping, barbecues, kayaking adventures, other water sports, and jamming to the smooth sounds of reggae until the sun goes down. At night, there’s usually lots of entertainment including live music, particularly in the hotels on this island and in restaurants.
You won’t find any high-rise hotels in Anguilla. You also won’t see any cruise ships in the ports either as this is prohibited by the island’s government. There also are not any casinos on this island, so your focus will really be on just enjoying the simpler things in life.
21. Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 40 minutes
•Best time to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: May, June, November
The people, places, and ambiance of Saint Vincent & the Grenadines will make it one of the best destinations you’ve ever visited in your life. This is easily one of the most beautiful areas in the Eastern Caribbean and it is near the island of Saint Lucia.
Called “Vincy” for short by the locals, this island is a haven for travelers wanting a quieter island experience. This is an island where you’ll be able to press the reset button as you sit by the seaside, focused only on the beauty of the moment.
Scuba diving, swimming in waterfalls, going on catamaran trips - you can do it all in Saint Vincent! Or, you can enjoy some of the local bars and entertainment spots and interact with the locals who’re always welcoming. Should you feel the need for a change in scenery, you might even be able to skip off to the nearby Grenadines. Either way, you’ll be in good hands and in a completely awesome space on this lush Caribbean island.
22. Dominica
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•Distance from New York: 7 hours 2 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 6 hours 15 minutes
•Best time to visit Dominica: February to April
Dominica is known as the Nature Isle, and, once you arrive here, you’ll immediately see why. This island has been sustainably developed over the years with an emphasis on promoting the natural elements and incorporating them into tourism promotions.
An experience on this island revolves around rejuvenation. Even if you don’t come directly for this, you’ll find it in the midst of your adventure. On this island, you can find both white and black sand beaches, rivers wide and long enough to go tubing, hot springs, thriving coral reefs, an abundance of hiking trails (including the Caribbean’s first long-distance trail) and so much more. The Boiling Lake and Champagne Reef in Dominica are must-see natural attractions.
There aren’t as many hotels on this island as in other places, but you’ll definitely be able to find accommodation as there are many local villas and guest houses.
23. St. Kitts & Nevis
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 10 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 55 minutes
•Best time to visit St. Kitts & Nevis: May to June
Little islands that leave a big impression - that is St. Kitts and Nevis in a nutshell. St. Kitts is one of the smaller islands of the Caribbean and its even smaller sister isle, Nevis, is just a ferry ride away (about 45 minutes). While vacationing in the Caribbean, you can experience both of these islands during a single vacation.
Both St. Kitts and nearby Nevis have a rich history, stunning beaches and mountainsides, and lots of interesting things to do. The duo makes for an interesting vacation combo because each offers a varied vacation experience. For example, Nevis is in many ways more refined with lots of hiking opportunities up Nevis Peak and guided tours of historical sites. In St. Kitts, you’ll be able to decompress from western living and enjoy a mix of laid-back ambiance and festive moments. As this is a volcanic island, there are a few black sand beaches and others that are a mixture of black and white sand. All in all, you can definitely have the perfect mix of luxury and nature on these amazing islands.
24. Guadeloupe
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 20 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 25 minutes
•Best time to visit Guadeloupe: December to May
Warm and welcoming, the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe is one of the largest islands in the region. Here you can enjoy a France-meets-Caribbean feel right under the tropical sun and delight in fusion cuisine as is popular in French Caribbean territories.
During your vacation in Guadeloupe, you can visit Basse-Terre in the west, which is the capital of this Caribbean nation and home to Parc National de la Guadeloupe. At the highest point of this park is La Grande Soufrière, which is an active stratovolcano. It is the highest point in the Lesser Antilles. On this verdant island, you can enjoy some of the most exciting nature excursions, indulge in culinary delights at the local cafes and restaurants, or just kick back on one of the beaches in areas like Grande-Terre to the east, hopefully with an expertly made rum punch in hand.
French-speaking Martinique can be found between Saint Lucia and Dominica. The appeal of this island is its natural beauty. Roughly 30 percent of this island consists of rainforest, which means there’ll be plenty of opportunities to go hiking. The north of Martinique is mountainous and more focused on eco-tourism.
The south of Martinique caters to visitors and has most of the hotels and beaches. Surrounded by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, the best beaches in Martinique are typically on the Caribbean side. Overall, Grande Anse des Salines beach is one of the most popular beaches on this island so you probably won’t want to miss out on seeing it while you’re there.
Other than beaches, history, and adventure, the cuisine in Martinique is one of the things that’ll appeal to you most. Your meals here will be cooked up with an infusion of French and Caribbean elements and served with a side of rum, preferably at a beachside restaurant or in the midst of the airy ambiance of the capital city Fort-de-France.
26. Freeport, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas
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Tropical island getaway less than one hour away from Florida.
•Distance from New York: 4 hours 45 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 50 minutes
•Best time to visit Freeport: mid-December to mid-April
Once upon a time, financier Wallace Groves made good on his promises to support the development of Freeport on the island of Grand Bahama in a holistic way. He played a key role in what ended up happening on the ground — transforming a pine forest in a swampy area on the southern part of the island into something truly magical that visitors and locals could be excited about.
With these upgrades, Freeport is more than worth considering for a breezy Caribbean vacation. It is less than one hour away from Florida, and attractions in this part of The Bahamas include the beautiful, 40-acre Lucayan National Park. From scuba diving and shark diving to exploring underwater caves and enjoying the island’s six distinct ecosystems, you’ll truly feel liberated on Grand Bahama, which continues to grow in popularity among vacationers.
27. British Virgin Islands (BVI)
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•Distance from New York: 3 hours 46 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 44 minutes
•Best time to visit the British Virgin Islands: September to November
The British Virgin Islands have a swanky reputation that they manage to live up to with a combination of luxury and adventure. On these islands, which are popular with celebrities, you never quite know who you’ll run into. In fact, Sir Richard Branson has a home on the private Necker island in the BVI.
While in the British Virgin Islands, you can stroll the yacht-spotted beaches, marvel at the intense blues of the ocean, and soak in the perfectly peaceful ambiance. Commit to some water sports, and let loose your inhibitions. Explore islands like Virgin Gorda and experience unique snorkeling or scuba diving in the Baths beach area. When all of that is said and done, enjoy some of the most opulent restaurants in the Caribbean, and return to the indulgence of your resort.
28. Trinidad & Tobago
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 55 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 3 hours 40 minutes
•Best time to visit Trinidad & Tobago: January to May
Trinidad is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean, and, together with sister isle Tobago, this region can be everything you want out of a Caribbean getaway. Trinidad is the mainland where most commercial activity happens while Tobago is quieter and more exotic. Trinidad & Tobago together make up a Caribbean carnival mecca with the ultimate carnival celebration unfolding in this territory every year in late February. Luckily, it is possible to feed off the rhythmic vibes of this vibrant island year-round.
In Trinidad, you can check out historical sites like the Bamboo Cathedral and Fort George, stroll around Queen’s Park Savannah, go on a jungle expedition in the rainforest, or soak up some rays on a local strand like Maracus Beach. Before leaving this island, you should definitely make some time for a day trip to Tobago, which is a natural wonder in and of itself.
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•Distance from New York: 5 hours 58 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 8 hours 5 minutes
•Best time to visit St. Barths: November to June
Postcard-worthy Saint Barthélemy (also known as St. Barths/St. Barts) is the savvy traveler’s playground. This is the place that comes to mind when one fantasizes about skipping off to a paradise island in the Caribbean that’s fit for the rich and famous.
The appeal of St. Barths has to do with its pearly white-sand beaches, rugged and beautiful landscapes, and captivating flora and fauna. This island truly is a gem in the Caribbean and it is perfect for anyone who really wants to experience this region at its best. There’s a magnetic pull on this island that appeals to yacht lovers and even celebrities. Some of the famous names who have vacationed here include the Kardashians and George Clooney. Regardless of your level of fame or popularity, St. Barths is an island that you will definitely enjoy.
30. Tortola
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•Distance from New York: 5 hours 30 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 4 hours 5 minutes
•Best time to visit Tortola: September to November
Tortola is considered the friendliest island in the British Virgin Islands. It is also the largest of these islands at 21.51 square miles. Known worldwide for its plethora of white sandy beaches, lush greenery, and striking hillsides, this island is loved by people from all walks of life.
In Tortola, you’ll be able to find some good resorts, private villas, and other options for accommodation. You can set up your vacation on this island to be truly extravagant, or more low-key. Some of the things you might enjoy doing in Tortola include going to the beautiful Sage Mountain National Park, sailing, attending festivals, trying new water sports, and even taking surf lessons. One thing is certain: your vacation in Tortola will truly be an adventure.
31. St. Martin / St. Maarten
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 10 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 50 minutes
•Best time to visit St. Martin: May to June, or November to mid-December
You may have thought that Saint Martin and Sint Maarten were two different places, but these islands are one and the same. The two different spellings are a result of the island’s dual culture. In fact, Saint Martin is an island where you can get two experiences in one. On the French side to the north, you can enjoy some amazing beaches, shopping, and French/Caribbean fused cuisine. Then, there’s the Dutch half of the island to the south. Here you can find great duty-free shopping, some of the most gorgeous beaches of the Caribbean (even some beaches where you can cliff dive like Mullet Bay), and lots of places to have a good time no matter the time of day.
Saint Martin is perfect for travelers looking for adventure. If you like casinos, this island is definitely for you! Nine casinos can be found on the Dutch side alone. Saint Martin also has its own island carnival held from April to May annually. As much as the island has going on, it is pretty small at 33.59 square miles, so you’ll be able to experience both the French and Dutch sides during your vacation.
•Best time to visit the Cayman Islands: November to April, or March through June
The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas territory made up of three islands known as Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman. These islands are best for couples who want a vacation that’s a mix of adventure and relaxation. They are known and loved for their incredibly clear waters and their numerous white-sand beaches where you can spend hours on end if you so choose.
The Cayman Islands are also a popular dive destination where you can explore shipwrecks or just enjoy some of the incredible sea life sightings. Other than the beaches and wildlife, the cuisine in the Cayman Islands and the world-class resorts are more reasons to visit this island destination.
Eruptions of Montserrat’s Soufriere Hills volcano have made the news in times past and this has affected tourism on this island, as well as the livelihoods of the people. Through all those difficulties, Montserrat remains a beautiful island. There are many black sand beaches on this island as a result of the volcanic activity, and there are also some white/golden sand beaches as well.
The last eruption of Soufriere Hills was in 2013 and the volcano continues to be closely monitored. As a result, authorities have deemed visiting this island safe. There is still, however, an exclusion zone that covers the southern two-thirds of the island around Soufriere Hills. This area is now open for tours though, so if you’re feeling especially curious about life on an island with an active volcano, definitely give Montserrat a try.
•Best time to visit Sint Eustatius: May to June, or November to mid-December
Sint Eustatius or ‘Statia’ for short is a Dutch Caribbean island in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. This island doesn’t get mentioned quite as often as some of the popular English-speaking ones, but it can be a great vacation spot if you’re looking for somewhere quiet with great natural attractions.
Sint Eustatius is just six miles long and three miles wide, which means you really don’t need a lot of time to cover the basics. While on this island, you should definitely make the most of the incredible snorkeling opportunities — you might even see stingrays and whale sharks! While on this island, try some hiking and visit the beaches, which are mostly black sand and attract lots of sea turtles during turtle hatching season.
35. Saba, Caribbean Netherlands
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•Distance from New York: 4 hours 10 minutes
•Distance from Miami: 2 hours 50 minutes
•Best time to visit Saba: May to June, or November to mid-December
Volcanic by nature, the Dutch Caribbean island of Saba has a population of just under 2,000 people. This island in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is about five square miles and it is best for travelers looking for a getaway that is out of the norm.
A few of Saba’s most compelling attributes are the breathtaking cliffs and beautiful turquoise waters that you can admire while going on hikes along the coast, in the rainforest, and in the dry forest as well. Saba is rich with wildlife and some of the creatures you might come across during a nature expedition include iguanas, anoles lizards, red-bellied racer snakes, and lots of birds like the red-billed tropic and Audobons’ shearwater.
On this island, you can have an authentic Caribbean experience that is less about spending time on the beach, and more about appreciating the diverse ecosystems of this region.
What makes the Caribbean so special?
There are so many islands that make up the Caribbean, but what makes it such a popular vacation destination? You can experience just about anything in the Caribbean, ranging from the peak of relaxation, rich history, tasty food, or wild nightlife.
•Caribbean Culture: No matter what island you decide to visit, be sure to admire the rich cultural heritage present on each island. Each destination has its own unique culture, as well as a shared island culture that resonates throughout the area. Visit a variety of Unesco World Heritage sites throughout the Caribbean, like the Blue & John Crow Mountains in Jamaica or the Pitons Mountains in Saint Lucia.
•Adventurous Excursions: See what really makes this vacation destination exciting with a variety of adventurous excursions. From ziplining over the beautiful scenery to swimming with wildlife (like Pigs in the Bahamas or Dolphins in Jamaica), you will find no shortage of new experiences.
•Delicious Food: Depending on what islands you visit in the Caribbean, you’ll find unique food with a rich cultural heritage. Using mostly local ingredients, you can find spicy creole flavors on islands like Jamaica or fresh-tasting seafood in Saint Lucia.
•Nightlife: If the Caribbean is known for one thing, it is its vibrant nightlife. With a variety of Carnival Celebrations throughout the year, locally distilled rum, and music that makes you want to dance, you’ll be able to find unique nightlife on any Caribbean island. But, we recommend visiting during Carnival season for the full experience.
No matter what type of vacation you’re looking for, you’ll be able to find it in the Caribbean.
Insider tip: Don’t be afraid to island hop!
Can’t decide on one Caribbean destination for your next getaway? Traveling between the Caribbean islands is much easier than you think. On your next vacation, don’t be afraid to hop on a plane and experience multiple islands on your trip.
Island-hopping is a great way to get a full, well-rounded experience of the Caribbean nations. Additionally, many cruises will allow you to jump between multiple islands in a single trip. That way, you don’t miss out on any of the unique excursions at top Caribbean destinations.
Expert tip: If you’re interested in island-hopping in The Bahamas, we’ve put together several great itineraries that will help you get the most out of your stay. With 700 islands to choose from, it may be hard to decide where to start otherwise!
The Caribbean is calling! Start planning your Caribbean vacation today
There you have it: The Caribbean is much more than beaches and palm trees, and each island does indeed offer a unique experience. From Antigua & Barbuda to Saint Lucia and Jamaica, these islands have all the markings of an incredible getaway. The only thing left to do is decide where to go!
All-inclusive Caribbean resorts can really be the cherry on top of an exciting Caribbean experience. So if you’re looking to add something special to your time in the Caribbean, look no further than a beachfront resort property with multiple gourmet restaurants, multiple bars (including swim-up bars) serving premium liquors, day and night entertainment, unlimited land and water sports, and roundtrip airport transfers - all included.
You deserve a worry-free Caribbean experience. So, choose an island, and let’s get you to paradise!
Introducing the ‘Institute of Romance’ Our First Mission? Bringing Romance from the Page to Reality
Here at Sandals Resorts, we are in the business of love and romance; forces not exactly synonymous but married together like two sides of the same coin. Love is timeless, steady, consistent, like a bridge over water. Romance is ever-evolving, personalized, specific, like a hand-written note. If love is in the air, romance is in your hands, and at Sandals, that’s not a charge we take lightly.
The truth is, just as we enter new cultural eras of fashion, art, and media, we enter new eras of romance. Those who begrudge the passing of time and the introduction of new trends are destined to fall behind, and as the leaders in romance, we have no intention of standing frozen in time. Enter the Sandals Institute of Romance, a pioneer program and trend-house created in celebration of our 40th anniversary to spot the latest in modern romance, relationships, and intimacy. Backed by the Institute, Sandals Resorts is renewing its commitment as a leader in romantic travel, vowing to create more meaningful and authentic experiences for our guests in love.
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The Sandals Institute of Romance will bring forward valued research in the romance space and ensure that travelers in love experience the best of what the world has to offer, starting in the Caribbean. Through bi-annual surveys, we will connect with traveling couples, honeymooners, and past guests to get real about romance. With your help, we’ll collect concrete research about what works and what doesn’t. What romantic experiences really make a difference in your love? How can we make every trip feel like a honeymoon, every kiss feel like the first, and every champagne toast sound like poetry? We want to hear from you, the travelers in love. In fact, we already have.
The Sandals Institute of Romance went out with its first survey with one goal in mind: to find a connection between the romance novels climbing best-sellers lists and real-life lovers. The findings were clear: romance novels have an impact on how women view their relationships. Among the results, more than half of American women surveyed (55%) wished their relationships mirrored those of the couples from their most beloved romance novels.
With this data in our hands and love on the brain, we forged a partnership with publishing house HarperCollins to identify the relevance of romance novels in modern relationships and ultimately bring romance from the page to reality.
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Happily ever after, in print and in practice
Romance reading and vacation have long been a magnetic match, and of the more than 1,500 American women we surveyed between the ages 18-54, 49% reported that they prefer to read on vacation. Moreover, 81% said they read romance novels, with 45% saying they’ve increased their consumption of the genre over the last two years. Why is this? Women surveyed cited the comfort of happily ever after (44%), the flirty banter (36%), and steamy scenes (30%) as the primary reasons.
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Once we knew what stood out on the page, it was time to examine the adaptation to reality. Data collected by the Sandals Institute of Romance outlined what women most often find lacking from their real-life relationships in comparison with romance novels – better communication (55%), spontaneous romantic gestures (54%), and a more satisfying sex life (34%).
Too often, our real-life love stories can’t seem to keep up with fiction, but we know one thing to be true: When love stops feeling like a fairytale, it can’t hurt to consult an author.
Meet Tessa Bailey, a New York Times best-selling author whose success has skyrocketed with the re-ignited popularity of the romance genre. She focuses on stories of loyal, lovable heroines, and “stubborn men” whose fictional love stories have sparked endless conversation in book clubs across the globe. Her newest novel, Hook, Line and Sinker, debuted on March 1st.
With one of the most romantic imaginations in print, the brilliant Tessa Bailey lent her mind to the Sandals Resorts team to help refresh romance in the Caribbean. In partnership with Avon Books, the romance imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, Tessa worked with us to develop an on-resort Romance Library at Sandals Grenada for rom-com loving guests, and even a giveaway to turn partners into #BookBaes.
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A trip for two, your #BookBae and you
Inspired by the fictional love on the pages of our favorite Tessa Bailey novels, we set out to give one couple a real romantic rendezvous—on us.
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Through Sandals’ #BookBae Getaway Sweepstakes, one lucky couple will be selected to win a 4-day/3-night stay in a Love Nest Butler Suite® at any of 15 Sandals Resorts and a 30-minute virtual meet-and-greet with Bailey who will share her tips for having a vacation straight out of a storybook.
The romance that awaits our winning #BookBaes is sure to eclipse tales of fiction, because at Sandals, it’s real. A never-ending flow of crisp champagne, intimate fine dining moments, and some of the Caribbean’s most relaxing beaches await our winning couple. They are sure to return home from our all-inclusive resorts with a renewed romance, worthy of a best-sellers list.
Picture: Pink Gin Beach at Sandals Grenada - the perfect spot for you and your #BookBae.
Share a page and a kiss
We’re turning up the romance for all our guests, not just the #BookBae winners. Looking back at the Institute’s survey, 55% of respondents said reading romance novels makes them more likely to want to connect with their partner and 38% say reading romance novels have made them feel more fulfilled in their relationships. In fact, a quarter of women say they’ve gotten their partners to join them in reading romance novels – and to impressive results. Two-thirds of women whose partners have dabbled in the romance genre believe their partners look sexy or handsome while reading and 34% say it made them appear intellectual.
Picture: Borrow a book from the Romance Library at Sandals Grenada and bring it back for the next rom-com loving guest.
Now at Sandals Grenada, the initial Romance Library includes a selection from Bailey, as well as popular titles from Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series and authors Talia Hibbert, Olivia Dade and more.
The continued promise of romance
Inspired by the data at hand and more (so much more!) to come from future surveys, Sandals guests can count on us to continue to expand our on-resort programming and offerings to reflect what our guests want out of their romantic vacations. You can look forward to innovative partnerships geared towards enhancing the guest experience, as well as expert relationship guidance for couples before, during, and after their vacation – all inspired by you, our beloved guests.
Rest assured, this is only the beginning. To learn more about the Sandals Institute of Romance and enter Sandals Resorts’ #BookBae Getaway Sweepstakes (through April 15th), visit https://www.sandals.com/bookbaegetaway/.
Back in 1981, we opened our flagship resort, Sandals Montego Bay, our company's home base for love, luxury, and lust for life. We've shared the last forty years with you, our valued guests who've come to consider Sandals Resorts a home away from home. Forty years of love and romance, forty years of wedding bells and engagements, forty years of reunions and rekindling love in the Caribbean Sea — that's why we're celebrating.
Cheers to 40 years!
One night of celebrating just isn't enough for this anniversary. Instead, we're implementing a wide range of forty-inspired offerings and festivities throughout the year at all Sandals Resorts. What's more, we're rewinding the clock with all five senses.
Hear 40 years of Sandals
We need no excuse to celebrate, but this anniversary calls for something extra. Let's groove eighties style. Cyndi, Prince, Journey - our talented DJs will keep the party spinning at every resort, every week, with live 80's inspired music. As the inventors of the swim-up pool bar, we know how to throw a poolside party. Throw on your vintage apparel and get ready for this Sandals Rewind Experience.
A DJ plays the throwback sounds of 80’s classics.
Feel 40 years of Sandals
As we embrace our blast to the past, we're launching a limited edition 1981-inspired vintage retail collection available in all resort shops. Choose from ten exclusive designs and show your Sandals love, trading in your 2021 trends for our nostalgic styles. Whether you're celebrating a full forty years as a loyal Sandals guest or marking your very first stay with us, we're happy to have you. This limited-edition apparel will be available beginning in November.
While the DJs are spinning, you'll find our bartenders serving up classic hand-crafted cocktails from our "Then and Now" drink menu, featuring side-by-side 1981 vs. 2021 specials. At this party, we're sippin like it’s 81’. Go round for round, decade by decade, tasting the original flavors made famous by Sandals Resorts. Dark rum, Blue Curaçao, sweet pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lime, crème de cocoa—all the flavors that have served us so well for four decades aren't going anywhere.
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See 40 years of Sandals
This anniversary is about you, and the special moments we’ve been so lucky to share
We're inviting you, our most-loved Sandals guests, to venture on home to island life and celebrate the years we've spent together and the trips that have yet to be planned. At participating on-resort social gatherings, you'll find a 360° photo booth waiting to capture the spirit of love at Sandals. Just step onto the elevated platform, and watch as an automatic camera circles the booth, sending you off with a slow-motion, high-definition video of the party at its peak. Take home this video memorabilia of a trip you'll never forget and the oasis that will always be waiting to embrace you with open arms.
Here at Sandals, we believe there are actually six senses: touch, sound, taste, smell, sight, and love. It's always been here and always will be. For 40 years, we've been celebrating love; the love we see in our couples, the love we share with each other, and the love we have for our home in the Caribbean.
Sandals Grenada’s zero-entry river pool, part of the resort's iconic Swim-Up Butler Suites. Photo credit: @nckstagram/instagram
To show that latter LOVE, we’re going 40 for 40 and focusing on forty projects selected by our valued team members that best reflect our philanthropy, showcasing the power of tourism to transform communities and lives. We’re rolling up our sleeves and getting to work to continue bettering our environment, ensuring a brighter 40 years to come.
From ecological conservation efforts at UNESCO World Heritage sites to assisting local farmers in increasing their sustainable food production practices, we’re committed to forging stronger bonds, off-site and on
Sandals Foundation volunteers kick off the 40 for 40 projects with the planting of 7,000 trees at the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park in Jamaica.
Whether you visit us in celebration of our anniversary or book a stay for an anniversary of your own, we will remain dedicated to romance and love in all forms, steadfast and true.
Maybe you're one-half of a lucky couple celebrating a milestone. Maybe you once married the love of your life in a Sandals chapel years ago, perhaps one of the first-ever couples to do so. Maybe your parents once honeymooned in the Caribbean Sea, and you're looking to walk in their (vintage) shoes. We invite you to share your favorite Sandals memories with us from the past or near future on Instagram at #TheOneYouLove.
The sun setting along the shore of Sandals Grenada. Photo credit: @nckstagram/instagram
Whatever it is that brings you to our luxury all-inclusive resorts, we welcome you back to the future with open arms as we celebrate 40 years of love and trust and look ahead to 40 more.
The Inventors of the Swim-Up Bar Toast to 40 Years With Fresh New Cocktails and Poolside Service
As the inventors of the swim-up pool bar, Sandals Resorts knows a thing or two about cocktails and how to throw a good party. So, in celebration of its 40th anniversary this year, Sandals Resorts is going to be mixing up some pretty sweet surprises and tunes for guests to enjoy resort-wide – but can you guess where the first (of many) surprises will make its debut? If you guessed the swim-up pool bar, then cheers to you, drinks are on us!
Beginning this month, Sandals is bringing back some of its O.G. cocktails but with a modern twist and introducing some brand-new drinks guests can enjoy from a remastered Swim-Up Pool Bar Menu.
And what’s better than swimming up to get your drinks?
Having poolside food service, too! In addition to a new Swim-Up Pool Bar Menu, all resorts will also be debuting a new Caribbean-inspired Poolside Snack and Cocktail Menu, boasting six unique curated cocktails, so you can stay in the pool for longer. Plus, Sandals guests will be swinging into 1981 with special weekly poolside celebrations with live DJs spinning 80s inspired music to commemorate 40 years of fun.
But those aren’t the only ways Sandals is saying ‘cheers’ to 40. Also debuting across all resorts will be the Hand-Crafted Cocktail Experience, so guests can enjoy cocktails that are curated to their highest form – always unique, and never over-played.
What Are You Waiting For? Swim Up to Sandals’ New Swim-Up Pool Bar Menu Now!
The new swim-up pool bar menu features five legendary classics with a twist plus another five crafted cocktails to choose from in a side-by-side menu presentation that invites guests to sip between the classic tastes of 1981 and the modern creations of 2021— all without a time machine.
We asked Sandals Resorts International’s Group Manager of Food & Beverage, Ricky DuQuesnay, about the inspiration behind Sandals’ new menu and he said: “Our guests asked, and we listened! We’re bringing our guests’ favorites back to centerstage while crafting the future of cocktails, one (fresh) ingredient at a time.”
Here’s a peek at what’s on the menu:
The DB, a Sandals fan-favorite, is keeping its place at the top of the menu! Guests can indulge in a blend of dark rum, Crème de Cocoa, banana, milk, and simple syrup, with each concoction designed for playful enjoyment that, like many 80’s classics, is just too good to grow out of.
Next up: the Caribbean Blue! With its intoxicating bright turquoise color mimicking the sea, work mode will officially shut off and the Sandals state of mind will kick in.
Unlike its predecessor, we can’t bring it back if it never left! That’s why we’re adding a twist on everyone’s favorite frozen drink – the Strawberry Daiquiri. This guilty pleasure will feature an island kick with Kingston 62 Gold and a splash of fresh lime juice mixed with strawberries and simple syrup.
The Jamaican Smile will have guests grinning from ear to ear after sipping on this combination of two classic island cocktails in one with a refreshing mix of a Strawberry Daiquiri and a Piña Colada.
To top it off, Sandals is also bringing back its deceivingly blithe Sea Breeze, featuring vodka, cranberry juice and grapefruit juice.
"Our guests have returned for the same classic cocktails vacation after vacation," says Troy King, Group Manager of Bar & Beverage Operations at Sandals Resorts. "Fast-forward to today, we studied what those classics were and presented them with a modern twist."
Once you’ve tried all the remastered classics, it’s time to be transported into the future with a selection of curated cocktails replete with modern dazzle and delight.
From the fiery Buffalo Soldier (pictured above) to the iconic Lovers Leap and Strawberry Vodka Spritzer - these newly curated poolside concoctions will be enjoyed for another 40 years to come.
While at the pool, Sandals guests can also sip on the beautifully crafted Caribbean Mule (if you thought Moscow Mules were great, just wait until you try the Caribbean Mule!).
This modern-day handcrafted favorite with a Sandals twist will feature Kingston 62 Gold, pineapple puree, lime juice, simple syrup, ginger beer and refreshing mint leaves.
Each of these cocktails will be exclusive to the swim-up pool bar, so get ready to swim up and sip away!
Locally Sourced Ingredients + Seasonal Herbs = The Recipe for Sandals’ Newest Hand-Crafted Cocktail Experience
While the O.G classic cocktails honor Sandals' past, the new Hand-Crafted Cocktail Experience debuting this November is a taste-forward glimpse into Sandals Resorts' future. With cocktails made from locally-sourced, farm fresh, and seasonal herbs, you’ll want to try them all!
"Handcrafted is an opportunity to be creative," says Ricardo Henry, a longtime bartender at Sandals Ochi. "It's a fantastic way to celebrate what Sandals Resorts is all about."
In addition to the handcrafted cocktails available to guests on the new swim-up bar menu, select bars will offer an extensive menu with eight exclusive, handcrafted cocktails, such as the Hemingway, Southern Lager, and the Irish Rain. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the other handcrafted cocktails making their debut:
Caribbean Sparkle: Served in a champagne flute, this gold rum spritzer takes the bubbles of the Caribbean Sea and sprinkles them along your taste buds ever so sweetly. Carried along by the indulgent flavors of fresh lime, cranberry, and ginger beer and finished off with a splash of sparkling wine, this new cocktail is crafted to perfection.
Pimm’s Royale: This cocktail is made fresh with a locally-sourced lemon. The fruity flavors of Pimm’s Gin are paired with the crisp taste of hand-picked juniper berries and botanicals discovered in Gordon’s gin, creating a refreshment fit for pure royalty.
NY Sour: The zesty taste of the NY Sour is complemented with the dry finish of Canadian Club and a splash of simple syrup with locally sourced lime. Topped off with the sweet taste of Robert Mondovi’s Twin Oaks Shiraz, this cocktail is the perfect sunset accompaniment.
Keep the Party Going Longer With Sandals’ New Poolside Snack and Cocktail Menu
Calling all food-lovers and snack-ers! With Sandals’ new poolside snack and cocktail menu, stepping away from the poolside is a thing of the past. The new menu will allow guests to eat, try exclusive cocktails, order bottles of wine, and enjoy being pampered without ever leaving the pool. Lounging underneath the gorgeous Caribbean sky just got even easier.
Delectable delights like smoked marlin escoveitch, artisan coco bread & porketta, and island chips will be featured on the menu along with even more specialty cocktails to try, like this refreshing handcrafted Ginger Lemonade Lager.
So the next time you’re in paradise at one of the 16 all-inclusive Sandals Resorts, make sure to grab a classic cocktail from the O.G menu or one of the new handcrafted cocktails and ‘cheers’ to another 40 years of good times. Besides, the (drinks) and laughs are always endless at Sandals Resorts.
Cheers to 40!
Share a Story for World Literacy Day: Empowering Imagination in the Caribbean
A cat in a hat, a very hungry caterpillar, a little engine that could, a hundred-acre wood—our best childhood friends are on their way to inspire a new generation of readers a few thousand miles from home, and you can help send them off.
World Literacy Day is fast approaching (September 8), a time to celebrate a major building block for human life—the ability to read. Literacy is the most powerful tool one can hold, but what feels like a right to many of us is a privilege for millions. According to the World Population Review, more than 781 million adults worldwide cannot read or write, having never been given the opportunity to learn as a child.
The literacy rate in the Caribbean has been on the rise in the last few years, jumping to 94.29% in 2019. For years, The Sandals Foundation has dedicated itself to promoting literacy and education in the paradise we call home. We've invested in literacy training and the development of children and adults across the Caribbean every day, not just on World Literacy Day.
We know education goes beyond imagination, it requires infrastructure, that's where The Sandals Foundation, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have stepped in. Education in the Caribbean is a pillar on which the foundation has stood for many years, and in that time, we have provided local schools with the resources needed to help them reach their full potential.
Through massive infrastructure upgrades and a partnership with Coca-Cola LA, Tito’s Love, and the Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown, we've ensured sustainable water in schools and have overseen an ongoing water harvesting project in Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Saint Lucia, Antigua and The Bahamas. With the promise of clean drinking water and hand washing stations, students in the Caribbean can turn their focus to education and self-betterment.
With your help and the support of valued partners we have been able to keep the promises we’ve made. With more than 283,000 books donated, we've supported more than 65 libraries across the Caribbean, refurbished 120 computer labs with up-to-date technology, trained more than 3,000 teachers, and awarded more than 200 scholarships and we are not done yet.
We're on a mission to read together, learn together, and grow together and the most important piece of that mission has always been you. Through the support of our guests, partners, travel agents, team members, and well-wishers, The Sandals Foundation will donate more books, support more schools, train more teachers, and ensure meaningful education for years to come.
Every child should have the right to education and imagination, an unspeakable gift that Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts guests and wider audiences can share with Caribbean children today.
How can you spread the love for literacy to the Caribbean? Give the gift of imagination.
Throughout the entire month of September, guests of Sandals and Beaches Resorts are invited to Pack for a Purpose®, saving a bit of suitcase space for your favorite new or gently used children’s books. Upon arrival, guests can easily drop their well-loved stories at the lobby front desk, where our staff will be waiting to deliver them to deserving schools and libraries. Sandals Resorts began its partnership with Pack for a Purpose® in 2012, coming on ten years of impact from generous guests who have saved space in their suitcases for supplies to be donated to local families.
Don't have a vacation planned? You can still join in the fight to build literacy. Starting September 1, The Sandals Foundation will collect donations through the "Our Story For You" fundraiser, an online literacy campaign aimed at nurturing a love of reading and a fresh curiosity among children in the Caribbean. One $20 donation (made through the 'education' tab of The Sandals Foundation website) will fund the purchase of at least three books donated to Caribbean children in the name of World Literacy Day.
Suppose you've donated a book, but want to do more. In that case, The Sandals Foundation offers the opportunity to help make a positive and measurable difference in the future of a Caribbean child today.
For $35 a month, you can sponsor a Caribbean high school student who is currently unable to afford the tuition, materials, or uniforms required for their education through the Care for Kids Scholarship Program. For less than the price of your local delivery service, you can carry a Caribbean teen through graduation, knowing you've made a positive difference in the paradise you have so grown to love. The Sandals Foundation & Advisory Board reviews all applications and awards scholarships to students throughout Caribbean communities, bonding you to the future generation for years to come. Since the beginning, Sandals guests and contributors have sponsored a total of 200 teens in the Caribbean, with an additional 50 students estimated to be sponsored this year.
Currently inactive due to COVID-19 restrictions due to island specific government protocol but patiently awaiting its return is Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts' well-loved Reading Road Trip Program. This $25 excursion allows guests to visit local schools and read books to classrooms in the Caribbean. Families participate in a morning of edutainment focused on improving reading, listening, and comprehension skills and leaving everyone with a more profound sense of community. Since 2011, nearly 15,000 Sandals and Beaches guests have joined a Reading Road Trip, donating their time and kindness to local communities firsthand.
The efforts of Sandals' guests over the years can be seen across the walls of Caribbean communities. For $25, you can buy a brick to support educational efforts and be a literal building block for literacy. Bricks commemorating past donations can be seen at schools like Seville Golden Preschool and Culloden Infant School and across community buildings like the St. Ann's Bay Pharmacy and the Flanker Resource Centre. Each brick is adorned with the Sandals Foundation star icon and a personalized message from the donor.
If you want to be a part of our legacy of literacy, donate a book today, sponsor a child tomorrow, be among the first to reintroduce the Reading Road Trip Program on your next Sandals visit, as soon as it is safe to do so, or allow your impact to outlive your vacation by donating a brick and literally being a part of the walls of classrooms all around the Caribbean.
With your help, we're taking World Literacy Day as an opportunity to make a measurable impact in the Caribbean, promoting healthy reading habits amongst children at school, at home, and at play. Through "Our Story For You," you can set off a chain reaction of imagination, placing your favorite children's book in the hands of future generations. We're inviting you, our beloved Sandals guests, to join in our efforts to make a happier, healthier, and more imaginative life for Caribbean children.
Best Time To Visit Curaçao: Seasonality, Weather & Events
Once you’ve seen a few pictures and are convinced the gorgeous white sand and mesmerizing oceans of Curaçao are just what you need in your life, the next step revolves around choosing the best time to go.
Curaçao has always been a hidden gem, but with resorts like Sandals Curaçao in the mix, this island stands out even more on the radar of couples looking for some island fun mixed with luxury in a destination where the sun is always shining.
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The best time to visit Curaçao is generally between the months of December and mid-April, which is considered peak season. You’ll get the most out of your time on this island paradise at this time with most of the events happening, including Curaçao Carnival which culminates with a grand street parade in March.
You’ll also have plenty of opportunities around this time to check out some stand out attractions and events in Curaçao like the Ostrich Farm (includes a safari ride!), Plein Air Curaçao; a large scale painting event that’s open to the public, and even one of the island’s biggest food festivals, Curaçao Culinair in April.
Read on to find out more about the best time to visit, and some of the amazing things you’ll be able to do during your well-deserved vacation in Curaçao!
Curaçao in a nutshell
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Curaçao is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is also included in the ABC island chain along with Aruba and Bonaire. Arriving in Curaçao, you’ll land at the Curaçao International Airport also known as Hato International Airport. The airport is about 6 miles northwest of the capital, Willemstad. Willemstad is bright and colorful with a Dutch colonial style. It is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The population of Curaçao stands at around 150,000 people, and the island measures 270 square miles. Part of the southern Lesser Antilles, Curaçao is 37 miles from the Venezuelan coast. The highest point of the island is Sint-Christoffelberg in the northwest at around 375 meters, but other than that, the island is mostly flat. Weather wise, there aren’t any set seasons in Curaçao. In fact, the most people who attempt to separate Curaçao’s climate into seasons have been able to come up with are summer, windy, and somewhat rainy. On average though, daytime temperatures in Curaçao ranges from 78° to 88° F annually.
When is the best time to visit Curaçao: Seasonality
Many travellers hoping to escape winter temperatures make their way to Curaçao where the island’s minimum day time temperature is 78 Fahrenheit. Though the best time to visit Curaçao is between December and April, this island is known for having great weather year round, so technically, there really isn’t a bad time to go.
Weather wise, February and March have been recorded as the months to visit this island. Of course, when planning a vacation, the actual time most people go depends on their schedules. If you can’t get to Curaçao during December or April, you can try during the shoulder or low season which both have their own set of benefits. Here’s what you need to know about the various travel seasons as they relate to Curaçao:
Peak Season (December to April)
Peak season or high season tends to be the busiest for Caribbean islands including Curaçao. During this time many people choose to travel to get a break from the cold of northern climates, or for family trips during school breaks. The weather in Curaçao is normally at its best during these months. This means resorts and restaurants can fill up quickly and so can the best beachside spots. Traveling during peak season has its benefits including amazing weather and an exciting event calendar that you can take advantage of if you book early enough.
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Shoulder Season (May to August)
The months of May to August are considered the shoulder season and can be a good time to travel if you’re looking for an experience that’s somewhere in the middle of what you’d get in the low and high seasons. This means there probably won’t be throngs of people on the beaches and other attractions, but the streets won’t be completely tourist free either. The weather is still great in the shoulder season and the tourist volume is not as large as in the peak season, which can work out well if you want to relax and also socialize and check out some cool events.
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Low Season (September to November)
Making a booking will likely be a breeze in the low season which is usually between September and November. This is generally a quieter time to travel and in some places this can have to do with less than ideal weather. In Curaçao though, the weather is almost always sunny. In fact, September is typically the warmest month in Curaçao. Traveling during the low season can sometimes lead to scoring deals on airfare or accommodation which can be a plus.
Pro tip: It can be hard to predict when you’ll have the occasional rainy day during your vacation, and a good way to ensure you’ll have a good streak of sunny days to do all the things you’ve got planned is by booking a vacation that’s at least a week or two long.
The weather in Curaçao
Curaçao is influenced directly by the north-east trade winds and is in comparison to some other islands considered a dry island with a relatively low level of rainfall recorded annually. There are a few months that tend to be rainier, but even in these months rainfall tends to be somewhat irregular. On average, day temperatures in Curaçao range from 78 to 88° F. This is good news for vacationers who want to enjoy sunny temperatures in a place where it’s still more than possible to cool off with the steady trade winds, or by dipping into the ocean on one of many magnificent beaches.
Even in a mostly sunny destination, it’s worthwhile to pay attention to weather patterns to make the most of your vacation. While Curaçao has a mostly dry climate, in mid-October and mid-December there’s usually a mild increase in precipitation with 3.30 inches being recorded in October, 3.80 inches in November, and 3.90 inches in December. This means around this time you can expect a rain shower or two, but these usually are not prolonged.
Humidity wise, there’s high humidity throughout the year in Willemstad with the most humid month being November with 77.1%, and the least humid being August with 71.6%.
Curaçao’s windiest month is June, with March and February following close behind. June records wind speeds of around 11.9 knots (13.7 MPH or 22 KPH), which is the equivalent of a moderate breeze. June also records the island’s maximum sustained winds, particularly early in that month up until mid-June with top sustained speeds of 16.4 knots. Still, this remains in the moderate category, which means you won’t have to worry about Curaçao being too windy. Temperatures on the island will be breezy and warm, and conductive for a relaxing island getaway.
There’s always plenty of sunshine in Curaçao on the regular, but August is the sunniest month on record with just about 9.3 hours of sunshine per day on average. In a calendar year, there’s typically an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine per day in Curaçao. In compassion, London has 4.1 hours of sunshine as a daily average while New York City has 7 and Los Angeles has 8.9 hours.
Best time to dive in Curaçao
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Not only is this island a great place for a beach vacation, it’s also an incredible dive destination. Stunning shores on this island include Playa Kenepa, Playa Kalki, Playa Cas Abou, Playa Lagun and Playa Jeremi, a little cove with beautiful views. Of these beaches, Playa Porto Mari, Playa Kalki and Playa Lagun are all great for diving. These are included on the list of Curaçao’s 65 amazing dive sites that you can enjoy year round as visibility is almost always amazing. Water temperatures in Curaçao are usually between 78.8° - 82.4° F year round.
The months that are best for diving in Curaçao are Mid-December to Mid-April. These months also coincide with the peak season. Overall, most of the year tends to be dry in Curaçao which adds to the great visibility when diving on this island. Dive experts recommend the months of September and October if you want to see coral spawning first hand.
Insider tip: Water sports options will be endless on this island of pristine beaches if you stay at an all-inclusive resort like Sandals Curaçao where even free scuba diving trips are included in your stay once you’re certified (max. two tanks per day per guest, professional equipment included).
Major events in Curaçao
Carnival
January - March
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The entire island of Curaçao gets into celebration mode around carnival time, and festivities include a host of events you can be part of if you visit the island during this time. The carnival season usually opens in January and there’s a number of events including music festivals, beauty pageants and parties that lead up to the grand street parade in March.
Plein Air Curaçao
March
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Another big festival in Curaçao is Plein Air Curaçao hosted by the Art Foundation Curaçao. This is an artsy event that features local and international talent painting on land, underwater, and from high-altitude locations islandwide. Oils, watercolors, and pastels are among the mediums used, and workshops are available as well for both teens and adults. Paintings are exhibited and sold during this event as well, and on the last day of the festival, artists compete for prizes.
Curaçao Culinair
April
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Calling all foodies! If you’re looking for a vacation that’s a mix of lots of food and plenty of fun, April is a great time to travel to Curaçao. The Curaçao Culinair event happens around this time where you’ll get a chance to taste the offerings of some of Curaçao’s finest restaurants and bars all in one place. This event is great for socializing and enjoying amazing food!
Koningsdag
April 27th
Also in April, you can celebrate Koningsdag, a festivity fit for a King. This name of this celebration translates to King’s Day, and it is all about celebrating the birthday of King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands. There’s a big party the night before Koningsdag in Pietermaai, and on Koningsdag, celebrations kick off in Punda where there’s a range of activities including live performances, a craft market and more. At night, the fun continues with more parties around the island.
Kaya Kaya Street Party
Bi-annually in August
The Kaya Kaya Street Party is always good fun; this is essentially the largest block party in Curaçao. This event unfolds across several streets in Otrobanda usually in August and it is a cool opportunity to get familiar with local music and appreciate art and murals made by some of the island’s talent. So laid back is this event that some locals even open up their homes to sell delicious food and drinks that can be enjoyed by all.
Vegan Food Fest
Every three months
The health or environmentally conscious will be in heaven at this food fest that serves up a variety of vegan foods. Items on offer typically include vegan nachos, sushi, cakes, organic wine, beer, and more. There’s also usually lots of natural handcrafted products on sale, and whether or not you’re vegan, this is still an event worth checking out.
Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival
August - September
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Curaçao’s North Sea Jazz Music Festival is something of a household name there. Some of the artists who have performed at this festival in the past include Lionel Richie, Rod Stewart, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Ross, Bruno Mars, Sting, Juan Luis Guerra, Enrique Iglesias, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Lenny Kravitz, Christina Aguilera, Prince, Tom Jones, and more. If you’re on island while this event is going on, definitely consider getting some tickets.
Curaçao Pride
October
Curaçao has its own local Pride festival aimed at celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. This event is held annually and is usually about 5 days long. Around this time, lots of parties are held as well as the Pride Walk along the streets of Willemstad.
KLM Curaçao Marathon
November
Those looking for a more active vacation might find November a good time to visit Curaçao as they can arrive in perfect timing for the KLM Curaçao Marathon. This marathon has been held annually since 2014 and its appeal has a lot to do with how scenic the course is along the waterfront of Curaçao, across the Queen Emma pontoon bridge, and over the Juliana Bridge which is 185 feet above sea level. Do you think you have what it takes to break the course record of 02:43:50 set by Wojciech Kopeć of Poland?
Passionistas Pop-Up Fair
Every three months
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Creativity comes alive at the Passionistas Pop-Up Fair which is held every three months in Curaçao. This event is super interactive and you’ll be able to meet and support local crafters if you’re on island during this time. This pop-up event is usually held in Punda and includes food, music, and good vibes.
Pietermaai Pagara XXL
New Year’s Eve
Planning on opening your New Year in Curaçao? If you are, then while there you might want to consider letting Pietermaai be the backdrop for your celebrations. This is a colorful and lively part of Curaçao with lots of nightlife, dining, and entertainment options. All of these establishments add something special to the Pagara event and with the added live music, street shows and fireworks, Pietermaai certainly is the place to be on New Year’s Eve.
Fuikdag
First Sunday of the year
If you’re in Curaçao in January, chances are you’ll be able to enjoy Fuikdag, a float fest held on the first Sunday of the year. This is an exciting event that will require you to make arrangements to get to Fuik Bay by boat. Once you arrive, you’ll be able to get into the fun with scores of other people out on the water on boats, jet skis, and even air mattresses and inflatable animals.
Pro tip: If you’re looking for an excursion that’s off the beaten track, a trip to Little Curaçao by boat can also be an exciting adventure while in Curaçao. Since you’re in the area as well, you also have the option of quickly skipping over to Aruba and Bonaire to check all three ABC’s off your list. It takes about 20 minutes to get to Bonaire by plane from Curaçao, and 40 minutes from Bonaire to Aruba.
Where to stay?
Once you have your destination figured out and when to visit, the next step is finding accommodation.
Spanning 3,000 acres with 44 extensive waterfront areas, this world-class resort includes a range of Sandals Global Gourmet™ dining options, multiple bars including swim-up bars, access to the neighboring 18-hole, par 72 Pete Dye championship golf course with ocean views, two on-site marinas, lavish accommodations such as Sandals' all-new River Suites, and more.
The ultimate best time to visit Curaçao
Vacationers love Curaçao because it is one of those destinations where what you see in the photos and read in the reviews is exactly what you’ll get to enjoy once you get there. The best time to visit Curaçao is between December and April, but year round this island has warm temperatures and sunny skies, which means plenty of beach and pool time in and out of your all-inclusive resort!
The Pitons In Saint Lucia: Everything You Need To Know
Hands down, Saint Lucia is one of the finer vacation destinations in the Caribbean. With plenty of sun, sea, sand, greenery, peace, quiet… and as much excitement as you can fit into your itinerary, you’ll find that these shores are pure magic.
Of all the amazing things to do in Saint Lucia, climbing the Pitons is one of the most popular. These incredible twin peaks are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a trek to the top of Gros Piton in particular, is a sure way to get your adrenaline going. Book an excursion through your resort or online, it’ll without a doubt be the highlight of your trip.
Just so you’re more familiar with the Pitons by the time you get to Saint Lucia, here’s what you need to know:
Not only are the Pitons in Saint Lucia a UNESCO World Heritage Site (designated in 2004), they have over the years become a symbol commonly associated with the island. What stands out most about the Pitons is that together, they make for a majestic and carefully composed natural monument, but in actuality, they are located in two different communities on the small, volcanic, island of Saint Lucia. The Pitons are volcanic plugs (dormant), and both are located on the southwestern coast of Saint Lucia.
Did you know? So famous are the Pitons in and out of Saint Lucia, that the Windward and Leeward Brewery operating in Saint Lucia named a beer after them. Piton beer is light, refreshing, and might just be worth purchasing just to pop out of your bag at the summit of Gros Piton!
Where in Saint Lucia are the Pitons located?
The Pitons are located in the south of Saint Lucia near the towns of Soufriere and Choiseul on the southwestern coast.
Gros Piton vs Petit Piton: What’s the difference?
Gros Piton is located in Soufrière, and Petit Piton a little way off in Choiseul. Though these mountains are side by side along the island’s coast, they are not identical. Gros Piton measures 2,619ft, while Petit Piton rises to 2,461ft. Gros Piton is the wider and more navigated Piton as it relates to excursions. Petit Piton is rarely climbed, and especially not during rainy weather. Some people attempt to climb Petit Piton, but special permissions and guides are required. Strenuous and steep with an unmarked trail, the Petit Piton climb is not usually offered by tour companies. Gros Piton on the other hand is frequently climbed and includes marked trails. You can easily sign up to hike up Gros Piton through your resort or via a local tour company.
Tour options: The best ways to explore the Pitons
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There are many ways to experience the best of the Pitons while in Saint Lucia. You can hike up Gros Piton, or visit surrounding areas during a day tour where you’ll be able to catch a glimpse and feel the enchantment of this natural landmark.
Or, you can head out on a Catamaran Cruise, which will allow you to approach and scope the Pitons right out on the sea. Many boat tours are available in Saint Lucia whether during the early hours of the day, or around sunset. The best thing about a sea tour will be the amazing photos you’ll get to go home with afterwards.
Last but not least, you can book a helicopter tour to see the majestic twin peaks from above.
Expert tip: Land, sea or air, all these excursions will give a different perspective of the amazing Piton Mountains. If you’re not sure which option would be best for you, do all of them. You won’t get bored of this amazing sight!
Where to get the best views
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Heading south from Soufriere, you’ll be treated to a marvellous view of the Pitons rising triumphantly from the ocean. You can in the same breathtaking manner, take in these views from southern beaches like Sugar Beach. Hiking trails in proximity to the peaks, are also an excellent way to take in the views. And finally, a more leisurely way to appreciate the beauty of these peaks from up close is going on a Catamaran Cruise.
Expert tip: Saint Lucia is a great diving location, and it is possible to snorkel or go scuba diving at the foot of the Pitons while on the island. PADI® certified guests staying at any of the three Sandals all-inclusive resorts in Saint Luciascuba dive for free (max. two tanks a day), this includes professional equipment!
Climbing and hiking at the Pitons
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Climbing the Pitons is without a doubt one of the best things to do while in Saint Lucia. A vast majority of visitors climb Gros Piton and not the more challenging Petit Piton.
The hike up Gros Piton can take 3 to 6 hours each way, and for that reason, comfort is key. Go for footwear you’ll be comfortable in for the duration of the hike (no flip flops!). Bring along sunblock and water as you’re likely to be out for a half or full day.
Expert tip: If you don’t necessarily feel like hiking for more than an hour, try out the Tet Paul Nature Trail which is located in proximity to the Pitons. This 45-minute hike will give you plenty of amazing viewpoints over Saint Lucia’s famous peaks.
It is best to start the hike up Gros Piton in the early morning hours when it’s cooler. You also don’t want to get caught making your way back to the bottom at night fall, so plan accordingly. A tour guide is highly recommended for this excursion. Bring a camera with you as well, as the view from the top is simply divine. Find a full packing list further down this article.
How long is the Gros Piton Trail?
The Gros Piton Trail is about 3.2 miles (5.1 kilometer) long. The trail is rated as challenging, and offers many sights and sounds along the way, including colorful wildflowers, and other animal and plant life. The trail is accessible year-round.
Sights along the Gros Piton Trail
As this is a jungle expedition, you can expect to see a variety of tree, plant and wildlife species on your way to the top of Gros Piton. There are points along the way where you’ll have amazing ocean views, and rest stops where you can stop to just chill and take in the ambiance. There’s even points where you can see the nearby island of Saint Vincent. The views alone are enough to propel you to keep walking no matter how tired you might feel as you near the top. Though this hike can be difficult, it is by no means impossible. The victory at the summit is certainly sweet!
The Interpretive Center
The Interpretive Center in Fond Gens Libre is one of the first points you’ll get to as you prepare for your trek up Gros Piton. It is more or less the point where you’ll pay your fees to the guide, if these have not already been paid. Inside, there’s a model of Gros Piton which your guide might refer to in order to get you familiar with the hike. Ask any questions you would like at this point.
Near the Interpretive Center, you’ll find the beginning of the trail. There’s a rocky path your guide will show you through, and once cleared you’ll get to a beautiful area filled with mango trees. If your tour is during mango season (May and June), you might even be able to pick a couple delicious ones for later!
Once you get to this point, you’ll be well on your way to the top of Gros Piton. It’ll take a while to get to the top, but at this portion of the hike you’ll basically be walking along a dirt path through the jungle, with thick overgrowth blocking the possibility of any real views. There’s rocks and roots in some areas you’ll have to make your way over, but this area can be navigated fairly easily with instructions from your guide.
There’s a point after this where you’ll come around the curve of the mountain and you’ll see a break in the trees which will be quite the welcome sight. The rush of cooling breeze through the open space, and the view of the ocean below will build your excitement even more for what awaits at the top. Just a little way after that, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of the summit of Gros Piton.
The halfway mark! The guide will let you know when you get to this point, and this announcement will definitely trigger a feeling of relief. Your reward? Amazing views of the nearby Petit Piton. Some say this is the point where things get a little more challenging, and some hikers even turn back. Whether you choose to turn back or not at this point, getting that far is still a commendable achievement!
This will feel like the point where a personal trainer turns up the heat of a workout. You’ll see large stair steps here, just waiting for you to venture up. Some of these steps are cut out of dirt with logs and roots to keep the dirt stable, and others are made up of rocks and boulders. The steps of the stairs are pretty high in some places (some measuring as much as 24 inches) but there are handrails made out of sticks you can use in some areas, which will help you pull yourself to the next level. Take your time, and use your walking stick or your hands for support if you must. Slow and steady will get you there!
Finally, you’ve made it to the top! Your reward? The incredible panoramic views and the unmatched relaxation you’ll get to bask in for a few moments before heading back to the bottom. Though the summit is covered with thick vegetation which makes it hard to see the views beyond, you can climb down a bit to an area with a small lookout platform. Once you make it to the top, you’ll be able to sign the summit register in the Interpretive Center once you get back down, which will forever serve as a record of your momentous climb!
Packing list of items to bring on your hike up the Gros Piton:
● Camera
● Sunscreen
● Towel
● Insect Repellent
● Swimwear (for before or after the climb)
● Cash
It’s best to leave any jewelry at home, as you might lose it during the hike.
Hiking the Pitons is not recommended if you:
● Are pregnant
● Are physically challenged (not wheelchair accessible)
● Recently had arm/hand surgery
● Have back/neck problems
● Have motion sickness
● Have heart/respiratory issues
How will I get there?
There are many excursions to explore the Pitons in Saint Lucia, and you can book one easily though your resort, which would normally include transfers (but check to be sure!). The other option is to organize a taxi ride or rent a car.
Where to stay when visiting the Pitons in Saint Lucia
Although the Pitons are located in the South of Saint Lucia, you’ll find that the north of the island is best for travelers who want to be part of the action; people who like to reconnect with nature during the day, but want to eat out, have a drink, and join the fun at night. The North of Saint Lucia is where you’ll find the best beaches, restaurants, hotels and all-inclusive resorts.
It takes a 60-minute, or 90-minute scenic drive to get from north to south in Saint Lucia, depending on whether you’re travelling on the east or west coast.
Photo credit: fokke baarssen/Shutterstock.com
Sandals features three all-inclusive resorts in this area. Sandals Grande St. Lucian in Rodney Bay, located right next to Pigeon Island, is the most lively of the three with amazing views from the beach. Sandals Regency La Toc is known for its amazing cliffside views, golf course and villa suites with private swimming pools. Last but not least, Sandals Halcyon Beach is the more intimate and quiet resort of the three, with the beautiful Paradise Pool.
Picture: The over-the-water restaurant at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, one of the 12 gourmet restaurants located at this resort. The best part: food and drinks are always included, always unlimited!
The best part: when staying at one of these resorts, you’ll get free access to all three Sandals Resorts on the island (including free transfers in between the resorts). This means any Sandals guest in Saint Lucia has access to 27 restaurants, 21 bars, and two golf courses at no extra cost. It’s all included in your stay.
Pitons excursions on offer at Sandals Resorts
Sandals Resorts partnered up with Island Routes, to offer its guests the best local experiences on the island. Underneath, you’ll find an overview of the excursions to the Pitons offered from the resort:
Helicopter airport transfers
Regular airport transfers from and to the resort are always free for Sandals guests. However, if you’re planning to see the Pitons from above, make sure to book a helicopter transfer from the airport to the resort. Helicopter transfers are available from 205 USD per person, and rest assured, there’s no better way to start your all-inclusive vacation in Saint Lucia! The helicopter ride itself will take around 10 minutes.
Excursions departing from all three resorts
The Piton Sunset Snorkel Cruise is a cool way to see the Pitons in all their glory without breaking a sweat. The snorkel cruise takes around 5 hours and starts from 86 USD a person. Looking for a party? Look no further than the Saint Lucia Sunset Evening Party Cruise starting from 77 USD a person takes you along the magnificent west coast within 2 hours.
Want to hike up the Gros Piton? The Gros Piton Hike from Castries/Vieux Fort starting from 150 USD a person is your cup of tea! The excursion itself will take around 7 hours.
FAQs
Can you hike the Pitons in St Lucia, and are special preparations needed for this hike?
Yes. While in Saint Lucia, you will be able to climb Gros Piton, the taller of the two Pitons. You can do this whether or not you have climbing experience. There also aren’t any special preparations you’ll need to do, though it is worth it to stretch ahead of this challenging hike.
What if I want to climb Petit Piton?
While it is possible to climb Petit Piton, this is not a hike typically offered as a tour option. It is not advisable to climb Petit Piton without a guide, especially if you’re not a skilled hiker. If you’re looking to try a climb like this which at best will be difficult and technical, with high elevation bouldering, you may need special permissions.
Is the volcano in Saint Lucia active?
Saint Lucia is a volcanic island, but volcanic activity here has been unreported for many years. While the last major eruption on the island was reported thousands of years ago, the last minor eruption was sometime in the 1700s.
Exploring the Pitons is a must in Saint Lucia
There are many incredible things you can do in Saint Lucia, but none that stand out as much as enjoying the view of the Pitons and the view from the Pitons. There’s a certain awe-inspired feeling that comes with staring up at a mountain more than 2,000 ft high, especially when it's right in front of you, and that feeling and the good times you’re sure to have on this island, will make your trip to Saint Lucia that much more memorable!
It’s a chilly February evening in the Southeast U.S., and Julie Parker says her husband, David, is out of character. “He isn’t one to use superlatives,” she says. But the topic of conversation has turned from dinner at the local steakhouse (“it was fine”) to an all-inclusive resort in Exuma, in The Bahamas — Sandals Emerald Bay, to be exact.
In a very un-David-like manner, the “amazings” begin to spill.
“Sandals Emerald Bay, it’s… ,” he starts, trying to find the most appropriate word, “…really, it’s just… amazing.”
Relax and unwind with your loved one, surrounded by beautiful turquoise waters at Sandals Emerald Bay
David and Julie are scheduled to travel to Sandals Emerald Bay with another couple in mid-March, a few weeks after the Luxury Included® resort’s February 24 reopening. It will be the third time David and Julie have stepped into “amazing,” and the first time in nearly more than two years. They had a trip planned with their friends last April, but because of COVID-19, the couples rescheduled their trip to when Sandals Emerald Bay opened its doors again. During the past few months, Julie often lost herself by reading up on Sandals’ Platinum Protocols of Cleanliness and scrolling through pictures from their previous visits to Sandals Emerald Bay.
“They’re doing as much to keep the resort safe as we’re doing in our own home, so we’d talk about how nice it would be to isolate ourselves there, even for just a few days,” Julie says, referring to the resort’s natural ingredients for social distancing: a mile-long beach, an expansive property with more tropical trees than people, and an open invitation into the Caribbean Sea with a color so rich, you’d think it inspired the resort’s name.
With grounds so expansive, it’s easy to isolate and feel like you and your love are the only two on-resort
Guests often say Sandals Emerald Bay reminds them of a distant, exotic island. Laid-back, sand as soft as baby powder, and as private as you want it to be. But there is one major perk about getting to Sandals Emerald Bay that most travelers do not realize.
“We can fly out of Atlanta around lunchtime and be at Sandals while the sun is still out,” says David. He looks out a window toward a yard of leafless trees. “It’s like… it’s like being in another world.”
He’s asked what exactly he means by “another world.” There’s a long pause. The more David thinks about it, the sharper the mental images become.
“Water,” he says. “Water. Water. Water. I’ve done quite a bit of traveling and the water at Sandals Emerald Bay is unlike any water I’ve seen anywhere else. Wherever you are at the resort, the water is always right there.”
It’s there in the lobby at check-in, where Sandals staff interrupts their non-stop sanitizing to offer a heartfelt “welcome home”. Guests are greeted with a fresh, moist towel, so each of them can wipe their face. Refreshed, guests take in the view, looking out to the crystal-clear pool that seems to unite with the stunning ocean water.
Immerse yourselves in the beauty of Sandals Emerald Bay and be surrounded by water from the moment you check-in
It’s there, during casual beach dinners at Barefoot by the Sea, where the waves gently wash ashore just a few steps away.
It’s there from the balcony of a romantic suite, where the elevation makes the water look so perfect you can follow it with your eyes until it disappears on the other side of the planet.
It’s even there during a round of golf on Sandals’ championship golf course, designed by none other than “The Shark” himself, Greg Norman.
“Seriously, can you think of a better COVID-safe activity than playing on a beautiful socially-distant golf course in the Exumas?” David asks rhetorically. Hall-of-Famer Greg Norman designed the course whereas the front nine runs through tropical corridors of sand dunes and palm trees, leading to a grand “oh-my-gosh” on the back nine, where you’re pleasantly surprised by sweeping views of the turquoise water.
Enjoy a socially-distant round of golf on the award-winning Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course, designed by Greg Norman
“The ocean views from tee to green are… phenomenal,” says David, “and the course is immaculate. I can only imagine how flawless it is now that they’ve had a year to detail it.”
There’s another long pause as Julie scrolls through the camera roll on her phone. She stops on a picture that’s stunning enough to be on a billboard. It’s her and David standing ankle-deep in the emerald sea, squeezing each other as if trying to squeeze the moment in place. All you can see are the two of them, the sky, the ocean water, and a sailboat out in the distance.
“There is no doubt in my mind,” says Julie, “that the air, the open spaces, the sunshine, and even the spectacular colors make us feel healthier — mentally and physically. The pictures alone have a certain affect, but when you’re there at the resort, taking it all in, it’s a surreal experience.”
Explore the deep blue sea and all of its colorful inhabitants with your loved one.
As much ocean water as guests can see from the lobby, golf course, lobby, and oceanfront suites, there are also tons of hidden spectacles. But they’re only visible if you’re in the sea.
“I’ve had a chance to dive all over the Caribbean,” says David, “and the sea life around Sandals Emerald Bay is the absolute best. Tropical fish are everywhere. We don’t have to go deep to see them. Sometimes we’ll just go out with our wives and snorkel. It’s calm… it’s relaxing… it’s amazing.”
Julie pulls her own description from the deep blue: “It’s romantic. When we’re in the water, it’s like David and I are the only people in the entire Caribbean Sea.”
She does admit there’s one place she’d rather be: on a massage table. Even from there, she’s had a panoramic view of the ocean. Julie and her friend say it’s pretty easy to talk the husbands into joining them for couples’ spa treatments at the Red Lane® Spa.
“It feels great after a round of golf,” says David. The first time he joined Julie for a massage, he thought it would take maybe half an hour. When he peeled his buttery-self off the table, he couldn’t believe it had been 90 minutes.
“No regrets,” he says. “We’re talking about a spa treatment next to the beach in the Exumas. Come on.”
Julie says she’s scheduling at least two massages for the upcoming trip to Sandals Emerald Bay. She’s also planning one candlelight dinner on the beach.
“But I know there will be two,” says David.
Before the candles are lit, they envision a day going something like this:
The butler will leave breakfast and coffee at the door of their suite, individually prepared and perfectly timed. Then they’ll go for a casual walk on the beach with that powdery sand pushing between their toes. Bowls of ceviche and sliced mango will appear at their elbows after a nap in an over-water hammock. They’ll gauge their mood for either a Jeep excursion into the wild or a catamaran cruise into the horizon. They’ll take fresh crepes and lattes back to their suite, slide the balcony doors wide open and drift away on the same breeze that traveled across the most beautiful sea in the universe to greet them.
They’ll feel totally free and completely well.
“I’m starting to feel great just talking about it,” says David. “I can’t wait.”
It’s almost time, finally. And it’s going to be amazing.
13 Best Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts With Private Plunge Pool
While you won’t find private plunge pools at every resort, you will find them at several Sandals all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean. A plunge pool is a miniature version of the traditional swimming pool that is meant to be used not so much for swimming, but for relaxation.
When planning an all-inclusive vacation, it definitely makes sense to look for a room or suite with its own private pool, as this means you’ll be able to step out of your room and into a dreamy pool setting without having to walk through the resort. There are privacy advantages to this as well.
As far as plunge pools go, there are many different styles. The category of these suites tends to vary also, so it’s recommended to decide what kind of suite you want, then try to match up with the plunge pool that catches your eye.
Do you prefer a plunge pool with an infinity edge, or one that simply overlooks the beach? Would you be happier with a plush plunge pool, jacuzzi, and outdoor shower combo? Or, does the idea of a private garden sanctuary appeal more?
The abundance of options can pull you in many ways, so we’ve compiled this list of the 26 best Sandals Resort suites with their own private pools. We hope this makes it easier to decide on the best all-inclusive resort with a private plunge pool suite for your Caribbean getaway!
Here’s a list of all the Sandals Resorts with suites that include a private plunge pool:
1. Over-The-Water Private Island Butler Villa with Infinity Pool
We’ll start off with Sandals Royal Caribbean’s Over-The-Water Private Island Butler Villa – this incredible option located on a private island includes an infinity pool, floating water hammocks, glass floors, and outdoor shower, and other fine details that might just make you want to extend your trip. The mahogany king-size beds, personal butler, exclusive in-room dining and room service menu, and quick resort access via the “Royal Duffy” boat are other elements guests are sure to love, with exclusive round-trip Private BMW Luxury Airport Transfers from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) & Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to top things off!
You’ll feel like you’re coming home to your very own summer house in the Caribbean once you arrive at this stand-out Sandals villa. Known as Villa Plantana, this three bedroom beachfront villa is near the serene East Beach at Sandals Royal Plantation. The villa has its own driveway and a stone walkway which takes you to the main resort. Villa Plantana is perfect for guests looking for just a little more space. The villa includes living and dining areas, and spectacular ocean views. There are bedrooms with patios inside, a private pool on the outside, and you’ll have access to your own personal butler along with full villa staff, and 24-hour service. This villa can be booked for one, two, or three bedroom accommodation.
Boasting some of the best ocean views at the newest Sandals resort, Sandals Royal Curaçao, the Awa Seaside Butler Bungalow with Private Pool is a beautifully crafted suite where you can appreciate the beauty of Curaçao. Situated on the coastline, these bungalows offer you a front row seat to the azure excellence of the Caribbean Sea, which you’ll love to view from the suite’s private infinity pool. With vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive patio with sundeck, you’ll have an opportunity for true relaxation and luxurious indulgence here. The patio Tranquility Soaking Tub with privacy curtains, personal butler service, and 24-hour room service will make these accommodations that much sweeter.
View: Beachfront, Oceanview, Pool. Features: Elite Butler Service. Fully stocked in-room bar, free to use. Infinity-edge plunge pool overlooking the ocean.
Luxury inclusions: Explore Curaçao in your own complimentary MINI Cooper Convertible. For stays of 7 nights or longer, dine around Curaçao with a $250 Dine Out Credit valid at select Curaçao restaurants. Unlimited food & drinks at 8 world-class restaurants, and three unique food trucks. Unlimited premium liquors at 13 bars. Explore the estate on a Dutch bike. Free scuba diving trips. Red Lane® Spa at additional costs.
4. Beachfront Skypool Butler Suite w/ Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub
Sandals Royal Barbados offers some of the finest suites in the Caribbean. Near the top of that list is the Beachfront Skypool Butler Suite which comes with its own Tranquility Soaking Tub. The views from this beachfront villa are exceptional, and part of its lure is the direct access to a private cantilevered Skypool with infinity edge. The living area in this suite includes an indoor dining table, writing desk, and a sofa you’ll just want to sink right into as you try to make sense of the fact that you really are in paradise!
5. Beachfront Prime Minister Butler Suite w/ Private Pool and Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub
Sandals Royal Barbados’ Beachfront Prime Minister Butler Suite includes a private plunge pool and patio, as well as a Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub. This suite might be just what you’ll need for a truly luxurious Caribbean vacation. Starting with VIP check-in, you’ll really get to enjoy the heights of indulgence with the one you love with inclusions like the fully stocked wet bar. You’ll also appreciate the easy access plunge pool, a spa-style bathroom, personal butler service, 24-hour room service, and other neat features.
6. Sunset Oceanview Bluff Millionaire Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary
Sandals Regency La Toc’s Sunset Oceanview Bluff Millionaire Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary will usher you into a world of opulence. Included in the resort’s Love Nest Butler Suites, this Millionaire Butler Villa includes a king-size bed in the master bedroom which has fully retractable walls, a fully stocked bar, walk-in shower, free-standing tub, a personal butler, a private infinity pool, 24-hour room service, and the list goes on. This villa is 150 feet above sea level, so expect jaw-dropping views!
7. Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite w/ Private Pool Sanctuary
Experience the epitome of luxury with our Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite featuring a Private Pool Sanctuary. This exclusive Love Nest Butler Suite® sets a new standard for opulence and elegance. The avant-garde Rondoval design provides a one-of-a-kind rooftop hideaway, igniting passion and romance. Indulge in the expansive outdoor space that grants access to a sprawling river pool, inviting you to bask in the warm sun rays. Relax on plush lounge chairs or savor a delightful meal on the open-air terrace, complete with a bistro dining set. Unwind in the Tranquility Soaking Tub designed for two, surrounded by luxurious outdoor furnishings.
Step inside to discover a spacious sanctuary adorned with a king-size bed and an HD Smart TV. The highlight of your stay awaits with the lavish private pool sanctuary directly accessible from your bedroom. The sitting area boasts modern furniture, an additional HD Smart TV, and a fully stocked in-room bar featuring premium liquors. The bathroom provides an extra touch of indulgence, featuring a walk-in shower, a second Tranquility Soaking Tub, and a vanity with double sinks. Your every desire is catered to, with 24-hour in-room dining, a dedicated personal butler available at your beck and call, and the convenience of in-room check-in.
Immerse yourself in unparalleled luxury and create unforgettable memories in our Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite with a Private Pool Sanctuary.
8. Italian Oceanview Penthouse SkyPool Butler Suite
Sandals Grenada is a dream for couples who want to escape from home for a few days to lounge for days on end on a sunny Caribbean beach. The all-inclusive resort in Grenada has tons of accommodation options guests will love, including the well-appointed Italian Oceanview Penthouse SkyPool Butler Suite which comes with a Tranquility Soaking Tub, a solar heated plunge pool with infinity edge, a butler pantry, a fully-stocked wet bar featuring premium liquors, and everything you’ll need for a lavish vacay. You’ll feel like you’re living a dream as you pour champagne straight from an ice bucket into your flute as you and that special person sit on the edge of infinity, watching the sun set over the Caribbean Sea.
9. Beachfront Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary
Your time at Sandals Grande St Lucian will be well spent at a Beachfront Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with its own Private Pool Sanctuary. Not only that, but this suite will make it possible for you to wake up just steps away from the beach. This suite was constructed in circular style, and it includes a private veranda with a hammock, outdoor shower, jacuzzi and private plunge pool. There’s also a four-poster, king-size bed and an en-suite spa-style bathroom with a Roman soaking tub and walk-in shower, and not to mention, butler service and 24-hour room service!
10. Italian Oceanview SkyPool Butler Suite w/Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub
Sandals Grenada’s Italian Oceanview SkyPool Butler Suite is worth requesting when booking your all-inclusive vacation in paradise. This suite includes a Tranquility Soaking Tub with privacy curtains that you and your love can dip into at any time during your getaway as you settle into leisurely Caribbean time and create new memories. Pull an ice-cold drink from the fully stocked wet bar, roll around on the oversized daybed, and start your days with a splash in the nearby solar-heated plunge pool with infinity edge. Butler service and 24-hour room service are included with this room option.
11. Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary
The Grande Rondoval Butler Suite at Sandals Grande St Lucian comes with a private pool sanctuary that you and that special person can enjoy just as soon as you check in! This suite includes a fully furnished private veranda with a hammock, an outdoor shower, jacuzzi and a ritzy private plunge pool. This Love Nest retreat has it all, including some of the best views on property. You’ll especially love the circular flow-through style of the living and sleeping quarters which will put you at the heart of true Sandals innovation.
12. South Seas Honeymoon Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary
A private pool sanctuary is always a good idea when vacationing with Sandals and the South Seas Honeymoon Butler Villa at Sandals Grenada offers just that. Starting with your own private butler, 24-hour room service, and features like a private outdoor sundeck complete with a plunge pool and whirlpool, a spa inspired bathroom, fully stocked wet bar, Tranquility Soaking Tub for two and other impressive options, this is one vacation where you’ll truly get to relax and reconnect!
13. Tufa Terrace One Bedroom Skypool Butler Suite w/ Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub
Elevate your senses with the exquisite Tufa Terrace One Bedroom Skypool Butler Suite, a haven of luxury perched high in the esteemed Tufa Terrace building. Prepare to be captivated as your eyes feast upon the endless shoreline that stretches before you. Indulge in the mesmerizing ocean vistas from your private balcony, where your very own SkyPool awaits. Unwind in style on the bistro dining set, or immerse yourself in pure bliss in the outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub designed for two. The spacious bedroom welcomes you with a lavish king-size bed and an HD Smart TV, ensuring your utmost comfort and entertainment. Adjacent to the bedroom, the modern living room beckons with plush furnishings and yet another HD Smart TV.
The spa-inspired bathroom embodies opulence, featuring a second Tranquility Soaking Tub, a rejuvenating walk-in shower, and a double sink vanity for your convenience. To enhance your romantic enclave, a fully stocked bar awaits, brimming with premium liquors to satisfy your discerning taste. Relish in the personalized attention of a dedicated butler, catering to your every whim. Delight in the convenience of 24-hour in-room dining and the seamless experience of in-room check-in, ensuring a hassle-free stay.
Prepare to surpass your wildest expectations of luxury as you retreat to the Tufa Terrace One Bedroom Skypool Butler Suite. Let this enchanting sanctuary redefine your notion of indulgence.
14. South Seas Royal Rondoval Butler Suite w/ Private Pool Sanctuary
Rondoval Suites at Sandals never disappoint, and the South Seas Royal Rondoval Butler Suite at Sandals Barbados manages to keep that amazing reputation going. This suite includes VIP check-in which will set the tone for a lavish experience that’ll include spending lots of time unwinding out on the patio, dipping into the zero entry plunge pool, getting in some sun therapy on the lounge chaises, or simply enjoying the Tranquility Soaking Tub for two. With butler service and 24-hour room service, this is one of the top choices for villas with private plunge pool suites in the Caribbean.
View: Pool, Tropical Garden Features: In-Room Bar w/ Premium Liquors, Roundtrip Airport Transfers, Butler Service.
Luxury inclusions: Unlimited food & drinks at 7 world-class restaurants. Unlimited premium liquors at 4 bars. Unlimited motorized water sports. Free scuba diving trips. Red Lane® Spa at additional costs.
Resort: Sandals Royal Barbados Location: St Lawrence Gap, Barbados.
15. South Seas Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary
If you’re looking for a romantic escape look no further than the South Seas Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with its very own private pool sanctuary. Just as soon as you enter this suite, you might just find yourself marvelling at the 20-foot conical ceiling, a stand out feature, seconds before sinking into the custom mahogany king-size bed. Aside from the floors of ivory patika and porcelain planks with pebble and coral stone accents, the soaking tub carved out of solid stone in the bathroom will catch your attention, as will the patio with a zero-entry plunge pool, a whirlpool complete with waterfall, and the fact that you’ll be surrounded by lush foliage which will really will make it feel like you’ve got this slice of paradise entirely to yourself.
16. Mediterranean Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary
The Mediterranean Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary is an option best placed at the top of your list when considering options at Sandals Grande Antigua. This suite stands out for more reasons than one, but especially for the amazing views of Dickenson Bay, one of Antigua’s 365 beaches, right from your room. Mahogany furnishings, a fully stocked bar, a Roman whirlpool tub and walk-in overhead rain shower in the bathroom, a private pool deck, personal butler, and 24-hour room service will be just the beginnings of your incredible all-inclusive experience.
17. Island Village One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite w/ Private Pool
You can have a gorgeous suite with a plunge pool without travelling very far from the U.S.! At Sandals Royal Bahamian, just an hour flight away from Miami, you’ll find the Island Village One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite w/ Private Pool nestled into the resort’s gardens. This ground floor Love Nest Suite is a great option if you are looking for an intimate and private plunge pool option. You’ll love the patio complete with Tranquility Soaking Tub and a bistro set for al fresco dining. This cozy butler suite also comes with a chauffeur-driven private car transfer to and from the Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS).
View: Pool, Tropical Garden. Features: Elite Butler Service. Private luxury airport transfers. Fully stocked in-room bar, free to use.
Luxury inclusions: Access to an exclusive offshore private island with two amazing beaches, pool, whirlpool, seafood restaurant, swim-up bar, and Zen garden. Unlimited food & drinks at 10 world-class restaurants, and three unique food trucks. Unlimited premium liquors at 8 bars. Free scuba diving trips. Red Lane® Spa at additional costs.
18. South Seas Butler Villa with Infinity Edge Pool
Villas are the way to go when vacationing in the Caribbean. The South Seas Butler Villa with Infinity Edge Pool proves this point effortlessly, with just a peak into its extravagant and intimate appeal. A few of the things guests love most about this villa are its private plunge pool, whirlpool, outdoor shower, trellised veranda with double chaise lounges, fully-stocked wet bar, and the luxurious bathroom that, believe it or not, leads to a private terrace carved out of the mountains! Butler Elite and 24-hour room service top off this experience.
19. Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary
Antigua, an island with just as many beaches as there are days in the year, is definitely somewhere you want to vacation. Couples looking for private plunge pool suites on this beachy isle will love Sandals Grande Antigua’s Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval with Private Pool Sanctuary. This suite has everything you’d expect from a Love Nest Sandals Suite, including a custom mahogany bed, fully-stocked bar with premium liquors, a garden patio with a private pool sanctuary, and much more waiting to be discovered!
20. Coyaba Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite w/ Private Pool Sanctuary
Discover the epitome of romantic luxury at the Coyaba Villa Swim-up Rondoval Butler Suite, a testament to Sandals' innovative accommodations. Step into a lover's paradise as you enter the spacious bedroom, adorned with a custom king-size bed, an HD Smart TV, and direct access to your own private pool sanctuary designed for two. As you venture outside, be greeted by the breathtaking river pool, stretching before you from the expansive patio adorned with a charming bistro dining set and cozy chaise lounges, creating the ideal setting to witness the enchanting sunset.
Indulge in comfort and style within the sitting area, boasting modern furnishings, a loveseat for intimate moments, an additional HD Smart TV, and a well-stocked premium in-room bar to cater to your desires. The bathroom unveils a new level of luxury within these circular suites, showcasing a walk-in shower, a double sink vanity, and a Tranquility Soaking Tub, inviting you to immerse yourself in pure relaxation.
Completing your opulent retreat, experience the convenience of 24-hour in-room dining, seamless in-room check-in, and the dedicated service of a personal butler, ensuring your every need is met with utmost care and attention.
21. Millionaire Honeymoon Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary
If you want a Caribbean vacation that’s romantic and intimate, go for the at Sandals Negril, which comes with its own private pool sanctuary. A patio with tropical garden views, a private plunge pool and miniature waterfall, an outdoor shower with a wall for privacy, butler service, and 24-hour room service are just a few of the things you can expect from this exotic suite.
22. Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Oceanfront Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool
The stunning cliff side at Sandals Regency La Toc is something best appreciated while taking in the views from the Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Oceanfront Butler Villa Suite which comes with its own private pool. This villa will take your breath away the minute you step inside, and as you get acquainted with this space, you’ll be thrilled to discover that this Sunset Bluff is just as stunning inside and out. A spacious balcony with sun loungers and bistro dining set, an inviting king-size bed with nearby sliding glass doors that open up to a private plunge pool, a romantic and airy living area, and much more to explore – all of these will help you unwind and transition into your most romantic self for this occasion!
23. Sunset Bluff Oceanfront Two Story Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool
Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over aquamarine seas are best experienced from the terrace of a Sunset Bluff Oceanfront Two Story Butler Villa Suite which at Sandals Regency La Toc in Saint Lucia, comes with its own private pool. This 2-story Love Nest suite will be just what you and your sweetheart need to slow down and explore a whole new world of romance. Lavishly appointed with everything from a king-size bed and HD smart television, to a whirlpool tub in the bathroom—whether inside or out, you’ll be able to have a dream Caribbean vacation, personal butler and 24-hour room service included!
24. Butler Village Honeymoon Romeo & Juliet Villa Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary
Named in honor of a love as passionate as that of the famed Romeo & Juliet, it can only be expected that the romantic elements of the Butler Village Honeymoon Romeo & Juliet Villa Suite would truly be something to talk about—and it is. Starting with a dramatic entry through a walled courtyard, and making your way into a room with a king-size four poster bed, you then continue onto a fully-equipped kitchenette, and around to the Roman pool; you’ll be enthralled by the charm of this cosy retreat. This suite also includes an outdoor shower, hot tub, and butler service.
25. Beachfront Honeymoon Butler Room w/ Private Pool Sanctuary
Sandals Halcyon Beach’s Beachfront Honeymoon Butler Room w/ Private Pool Sanctuary offers just the right dose of intimacy and grandeur for couples looking to enjoy some time on an island with beautiful beaches all around. A stand-out feature of this suite, which can be found in Sandals Halcyon’s Micoud building, is the private plunge pool which beckons irresistibly with sparking mosaic tile. The furnishings of this suite are elegant and custom crafted, and on the outside, the stylish patio furniture makes way for wonderful beachside relaxation. This suite which also includes butler service and 24-hour room service is a great choice for couples looking for the perfect private plunge pool suite for their Caribbean getaway.
26. Honeymoon Hideaway Butler Suite with Private Pool
Intimacy and romance are music to the ears of any couple looking to re-ignite their love with a tropical vacation. Where the flames of passion and love are concerned, the Honeymoon Hideaway Butler Suite with Private Pool at Sandals Regency La Toc should definitely be considered. After all, this is one of the most romantic resorts of the Sandals chain. Arriving couples to this exclusive butler suite can expect to find contemporary island styles, stone floors and mahogany furnishings. A fully stocked bar, a spacious terrace with sun loungers accessible through glass doors, butler service, and a private plunge pool are other inclusions you’ll love!
Private plunge pool suites are the way to go for an unforgettable romantic getaway!
For couples, there’s no going wrong with a private plunge pool suite if you really want to enjoy your time in the Caribbean. The first step to finding the suite that’s right for you is deciding which elements you’d like to have included in your vacation package, and going from there. Once you decide from these fabulous Sandals all-inclusive options, you’ll be well on your way to a romantic vacation on a breezy Caribbean island!
Sandals Resorts are especially designed for couples in love and provide a long list of quality inclusions in a romantic atmosphere. One of these inclusions is the Tranquility Soaking Tub™, available in select suites...
Pure bliss awaits...
New couples, couples who’ve been going strong for years, pairs who need a love boost, and those just wanting to celebrate their union — all of these can find tranquility at Sandals, the resort where love is truly all you need.
Grab a bottle of ice cold Champagne and set things in motion on your quest to reignite and explore the bounds of your love by sinking into the quiet comfort of a Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two. This is a signature feature at many Sandals Resorts, so make sure to book a suite that includes one of these freestanding tubs. They are a lot roomier than the average resort tub, and will really let you get a deep soak in with perfect company!
Bring along little extras to enjoy these tubs just a bit more. Bath bombs? Essential oils, perhaps? These tubs come with their own privacy curtains, so you’re really in for an intimate treat...
Pro tip: The Tranquility Soaking Tubs™ are the perfect way to end a long day at the beach. If you’ve got a tub with a view, dip in just before sunset and let the hot water and spectacular view soothe your senses. Take a moment of relaxation before getting dressed up for dinner at one of Sandals Gourmet restaurants. It’s the perfect way to start the evening!
Where can I find a Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tub™?
Sandals Resorts that feature Tranquility Soaking Tubs™ include Sandals Grenada, Sandals Royal Barbados, Sandals Barbados, Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Regency La Toc, Sandals Halcyon Beach, Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Negril, and Sandals South Coast.
Tip: When checking out the rooms and suites for each resort, use the filter ‘Tranquility Soaking Tub’ under ‘Room Features’.
A selection of the Butler Suites with Soaking Tubs
Breakfast in bed, and then some private time in your personal soaking tub while enjoying the sweet aromas of Jamaica’s Blue Mountain Coffee? Or simply a romantic bath for two, with the most stunning backdrop imaginable during a vacation that’s hands down the most romantic ever? The possibilities are endless with Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tubs™, and the only question left to ask is, what suite will you book for that special occasion?
Sandals Resorts offer some of the most romantic private villas and villa suites in the Caribbean. These exclusive villas are scattered among pristine Caribbean isles, and some of the resorts where they are located have been voted year after year among the most romantic destinations in the world.
Many couples love the all-inclusive villa options available at Sandals for the simple fact that in each island, the individual villas and suites have their own personality, with signature touches from the resort that knows a thing or two about love.
All Sandals Resorts are rated 5-star, which means guests can expect nothing but the best from the resort company that has been voted leader in the world of all-inclusive vacations by the World Travel Awards for 26 years and counting.
Here are some of the amazing villa and villa suite options you’ll find at Sandals, and the all-inclusive resorts where they are available!
Sandals Regency La Toc
Private villas with the best ocean views from your own swimming pool.
There is a lot to love about Sandals Regency La Toc in Saint Lucia. For starters, guests can enjoy 9 gourmet restaurants, 8 bars (including swim up bars), a golf club and course, lots of land and water sports in addition to the comprehensive list of inclusions available at all Sandals resorts and exchange privileges at Sandals Grande Saint Lucian and Sandals Halcyon, with round trip shuttle service. Stay at 1 resort, play at 3!
Sandals Regency La Toc has won the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences Five Star Diamond Award, and World Travel Award for St Lucia’s Leading Resort, among other accolades. This resort is known for its glamorous suites which are ultra-modern, some with sweeping panoramic views.
Insider tip: Try a virtual tour on the Sandals Regency La Toc website to start planning your ultimate getaway!
Villa suites at Sandals Regency La Toc:
Sandals Regency La Toc is the best resort if you want a private villa with an incredible ocean view from the hills. Here’s a few of the villas you can look into while making your selection:
You’ll feel like you’ve got your own multi-million dollar island home once you arrive at your Oceanview Bluff Millionaire Butler Villa, which has its own private pool. These villas are set 150 ft above sea level, which means you can expect stunning views, particularly from the master bedroom and living room which open up to a sundeck via retractable glass walls. Out on the deck you’ll find the villa’s dining area, lounge chairs, and a zero-entry plunge pool with a waterfall and whirlpool. This villa is the perfect retreat for couples who want to enjoy some private time together. Let your butler prepare a romantic dinner on the sundeck!
The Sunset Bluff Honeymoon Oceanfront Butler Villa suites have their own private pool. Butler service is part of the package offered with this level of accommodation. The amazing views are a large part of the attraction at these bluff-top villas, and you’ll feel right at home as all the amenities you could hope for in a luxury vacation villa are included.
You’ll be right on the water’s edge in this Oceanfront Two-Story Butler Villa Suite, which has its own signature Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tub. This suite feels like an elegant beach house, and includes a spacious balcony with two private terraces, and stairs that take you directly to the beach. The ocean-inspired décor and natural wood finishes add a calming touch, and the modern and stylish amenities including a plush living room on the top level with a wall-mounted HD Smart television, a deluxe master bedroom with a king-size sleigh bed, and a spa-style walk in rain shower. These suites are simply all you’ll need to have the ultimate romantic getaway in Saint Lucia!
Sandals Emerald Bay
Best beachfront villa suites: wake up to Exuma’s blue waters.
Sandals Emerald Bay is a golfer’s paradise, set on a simply stunning beachfront. After playing a few rounds on the Greg Norman Championship course, there will still be plenty of time to secure a shady spot to sip some cocktails beachside! If you aren’t a golfer, there is still so much to love about this resort, including the fact that it’s so private and romantic (11 restaurants, elegant villas, fire pit and zero-entry pool included). Sandals Emerald Bay has 3 freshwater pools and the Caribbean’s largest zero-entry pool. At the all-inclusive resort on Great Exuma Island in The Bahamas, you can choose from a range of accommodations including beachfront villas, and beach house settings.
Selection of villa suites at Sandals Emerald Bay:
Located near one the best beaches in the world with soft white sand and incredible blue waters, here’s some of the top accommodation option at Sandals Emerald Bay:
Get into the rhythm of Jamaica at Sandals Negril, set on the famous Seven Mile Beach in Negril. This is a great resort to go to for your first taste of all-inclusive life in the Caribbean, and a just as amazing repeat destination. There’s so much to do in Jamaica, and just as much to love about the resort itself. Sandals Negril is considered the “hippest” and “most green” Sandals resort, even being bestowed with EarthCheck Double Platinum Certification for steadfast commitment to protecting the environment.
Sandals Negril has all the amazing inclusions guests have come to expect from Sandals, including unlimited dining at 7 restaurants, impeccable service at the 5 bars on property (including swim-up bars), and capable staff who’ll ensure you’re kept smiling throughout your stay! Sandals Negril has won several awards including Jamaica’s Leading Resort (World Travel Awards), and the American Institute of Hospitality Sciences Five Star Diamond Award.
Sandals Ochi is a vibrant all-inclusive resort in Jamaica, and it is one of the resort’s in the Sandals chain known for having the most incredible pools. Sandals Ochi has over 100 pools, and this includes pools in most of the Butler Villas, around the resort, and the largest, near the Great House. Sandals Ochi comes with the lowest entry rates, which means there’s room for travelers on a budget to experience the level of luxury that comes with a Sandals vacation. Sandals Ochi has a record 16 restaurants, 11 bars (including swim-up bars), access to the nearby Sandals Golf Club, and more inclusions than you’d be able to think up!
Sandals Montego Bay is one of the resorts in this luxury resort line that have recently been renovated, and guests who vacation there will be able to take advantage of the upgrades which add even greater levels of style and comfort.
The Jamaican resort also happens to be one of the liveliest Sandals resorts with the day and night entertainment inclusion infused with Jamaican flair. Sandals Montego Bay is located on a beautiful private beach and features 12 exclusive restaurants, 6 bars including swim-up bars, and so much to do on property activity wise that you probably won’t even want to venture out.
While at Sandals Montego Bay, you can take a day trip to Sandals Royal Caribbean, to add even more spice to your vacation. Some of the awards Sandals Montego Bay has earned over the years include Jamaica’s Leading Resort (World Travel Awards) and the Overall Beach Resort / Hotel award from the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.
Villas at Sandals Montego Bay:
Sandals Montego Bay has a wide range of villa offerings, including beachfront options. The resort also offers swim-up rooms for couples who prefer that option. Here’s a few of the most spectacular:
Sandals Grenada is among the top-rated Sandals properties in the Caribbean. Located along Pink Gin Beach in Grenada, guests love this resort because it is truly innovative in the offerings of its luxurious suites, like the Sky Pool Suites and other resort amenities.
Included are 10 restaurants, 6 bars (including swim-up bars), and all the other amazing features and inclusions that Sandals is known and loved for like day and night entertainment, land and water sports, unlimited dining and premium liquor, a free wedding for guests who stay at least 3 nights, and so much more.
Two awards Sandals Grenada won recently include the Travel Weekly Magellan Award, and the World Travel Awards Caribbean’s Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort award. Sandals Grenada opened its doors in 2014, and it is one of the newer Sandals properties.
The South Seas Honeymoon Butler Villa has its own private pool and whirlpool, which complements already luxurious living room and bedroom settings. Here you can experience for yourself why guests love the Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, and the amazing Butler Elite and 24-hour room service.
Sandals Grande Antigua is located in St John’s, Antigua, and it has been voted the World’s Most Romantic Resort for multiple years. Antigua itself is a gorgeous island, and a vacation at the all-inclusive Sandals Resort will take any getaway to completely new heights.
The resort is right on Dickenson Bay, which means you can scope the beach from your private Mediterranean style butler villa with a private pool, walk right onto the beach from your Caribbean Beachfront Butler Rondoval, or explore the other amazing options available from this popular Sandals Resort. Sandals Antigua has won many awards including Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort, and the American Academy for Hospitality Sciences Six Star Diamond Award.
Villas at Sandals Grande Antigua:
The Mediterranean Butler Villa with Private Pool Sanctuary at Sandals Grande Antigua is a popular option with guests who want a private villa for their Caribbean vacation. This villa includes a private patio with a pool sanctuary and whirlpool. The living room is elegant and spacious, and the bedroom with a four-poster king-size bed overlooks your own private pool deck. This option also comes with a personal butler and 24-hour room service.
The Bahamas is one of the best places to vacation in the Caribbean because there are so many islands to explore, excursions to venture out on, and all-inclusive resorts like Sandals Royal Bahamian, known as the most elegant resort in The Bahamas.
Sandals Royal Bahamian is set on one of the most pristine beaches in Nassau and comes with a private offshore island. This resort is perfect for travelers who want to get into right into the adventures of The Bahamas and be at the center of everything, while still being able to retreat to a private and luxurious resort.
One of the most popular villa options at Sandals Royal Bahamian are the secluded Island Village Villas. These are surrounded by tropical gardens and are truly magical. Then again, the whole Bahamas experience is so magical and otherworldly, that you probably won’t want to leave. Sandals Royal Bahamian has 10 restaurants, and 8 bars (including swim-up bars). A couple of the awards Sandals Royal Bahamian has won over the years include: Travel Weekly Magellan Awards, World Travel Awards, and TravelAge West Wave Awards.
Sandals Royal Plantation is best described as charming and intimate. The resort is one of the best-rated Sandals properties, and this has a lot to do with exclusive feel and great service (particularly in the butler department!). The atmosphere is sophisticated and laid-back, and all rooms have ocean views and butler service. With 74 rooms in all, and 5 restaurants for dining, you’ll feel like you’re part of an exclusive Caribbean vacation club, where the emphasis is on ensuring you have the vacation of a lifetime.
Villas at Sandals Royal Plantation:
Sandals Royal Plantation is best if you’re looking for a private villa on an intimate resort. Villa Plantana can be booked in a group and houses up to three couples.
Picture: Villa Plantana can be booked as a 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom private villa. This villa includes a private pool, patios, a personal butler, full villa staff, and 24-hour service.
Rondoval Suites are among the more romantic options at Sandals, and they are available at resorts including Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Grande Antigua, and Sandals Royal Barbados. The Rondoval Suites are romantic and secluded, and some of the features of this option include private verandahs, hammocks for two, outdoor showers, Jacuzzis, and plunge pools. You can choose between garden and beachfront settings, but either option ensures your Caribbean vacation is truly unforgettable.
Staying in the Over-The-Water Bungalows or suites will certainly add a different vibe to your vacation. Sandals offers these unique accommodation options at resorts including Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals South Coast, and Sandals Royal Caribbean. The lure of these options includes glass floors, personalized butler service, Sandals signature Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, over-the-water hammocks, an outdoor shower, and a suspended patio with a swim-up platform. If there ever were a perfect way to enjoy the Caribbean, this would be it!
Sandals – the best all-inclusive resort for romantic villa vacations!
Sandals has the adults-only concept for couples down pat, and they’ve also been able to present some of the most well-appointed luxury villas in the Caribbean to vacationers who want to experience the best the Caribbean has to offer. With so many exclusive options, there simply is no going wrong at any of Sandals’ all-inclusive resorts – all you’ll need to do is decide the kind of experience you want, and you’ll be well on your way to a romantic vacation in the Caribbean.
Sandals South Coast: The Hub Of Innovation Is Spinning Again
The Luxury-Included experience takes another exciting turn at one of the Caribbean’s most natural locations.
The ride from Montego Bay, Jamaica, to the south side of the island is a scenic cruise through quiet sugar-cane fields and thick forest. From the seat of a complimentary Sandals airport transfer, you pass through sleepy tropical villages with promising names—Bluefields and New Hope—as the new butter-smooth road traces through what has been called “the uncharted land” of Jamaica.
Pure. Lush. Remote. Zero commercialization. You get the picture.
Picture: The new road leading to Sandals South Coast takes guests on a beautiful green journey through Jamaican countryside.
But there’s something else going on, privately, in a small corner of this scene. Around a few gentle turns and down a lonely palm-tree framed lane is a secluded enclave. It’s tucked loosely between the relaxing Caribbean Sea and a 500-acre nature preserve. People in the rural community know it as Sandals South Coast. And anyone familiar with luxury all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean recognizes Sandals South Coast as a beautifully distant hub of innovation.
Picture: Surrounded by a 500-acre nature reserve, Sandals South Coast is the place for a secluded luxury-included vacation for two.
Just as Silicon Valley changes the way we look at technology, Sandals South Coast is where the lofty idea of being ensconced in Caribbean luxury is consistently reimagined. If it’s never been done somewhere else, then it could be a perfect fit right here.
“Sandals South Coast has the most important resources for us to innovate,” says Gordon “Butch” Stewart, Chairman of Sandals Resorts. “Water, nature and privacy.”
And so, every year or two, a dreamy vision that unites those three resources with luxury turns into reality. Here, in this barely-touched haven.
“My wife and I have chosen to travel to Sandals South Coast six times and counting,” says Peyton Waddell of the Orlando area, “and every time we arrive, we see something stunning… I mean, literally stunning.”
Picture: The new Swim-Up Rondoval Suites at Sandals South Coast, nestled around the resort's one-of-a-kind zero-entry pool.
Prepare to be stunned again—twice. Sandals South Coast is about to unveil
the brand’s first-ever Swim-Up Rondoval Suites… the first in the world. Yes, not just in the Caribbean, in the world.
But until now the intimate Rondoval experience has never included a swim-out and swim-in pool weaving through it. Even the pool itself at Sandals South Coast creates its own new class: it spans 17,040 square feet, making it the longest swimming pool in the Western Hemisphere.
Picture: The new Swim-up Rondoval Suites boast soaring conical ceilings, a serenity swing for two, a custom king-size bed with an exotic, carved headboard and a private pool.
It’s true, the longest swimming pool on this side of the world meanders through conical-shaped suites with centuries of history in a remote reach of Jamaica.
“Innovation to us includes how well we can capture authenticity in a luxurious setting,” says Sandals’ Deputy Chairman Adam Stewart. “When I was growing up in Jamaica, we were always playing in the rivers and waterfalls and the sea. That’s why Sandals South Coast is the ideal destination to be creative. It’s an oasis, surrounded by nature and water.”
Picture: Revel in your peaceful retreat with a bathroom that includes a large, solid stone soaking tub, walk-in shower and freestanding vanity with a double sided mirror.
If there could be such a thing as an oasis within an oasis, then the Dutch Village is it. Using water as a source of inspiration, Sandals South Coast has also reimagined the Dutch Village, a result of the Sandals design team envisioning an immersive Caribbean experience, inside and out.
Picture: The Dutch Village is a true oasis within an oasis at Sandals South Coast.
All 16 Butler Elite suites and all 96 Club and Luxury Level rooms are positioned within a frame of ocean, and now boast two new swim-up pools that surround the Dutch Village buildings. And what cannot be duplicated anywhere else is the fact that the entire village fronts one of the most gorgeous stretches of the Caribbean Sea — a spot Butch Stewart chose for its unique peace and beauty nearly 20 years ago.
Picture: An aerial view of Sandals South Coast's Dutch Village, a paradise where innovation meets the pristine waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Each Dutch Village suite has been re-envisioned to allow couples to, among other things, relax in a free-standing interior shower, unwind in an outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub, and use the pool to swim out and swim back in, all in privacy.
Whether they realize it or not, guests at Sandals South Coast are bathing in innovation.
Picture: Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from the reimagined Swim-up Suite in the Dutch village.
The inspiration behind the innovation
If you were allowed to venture deeper into the secret areas of the Sandals South Coast property, where only employees are permitted, you’d notice a message in big bold letters on the walls and above the doorways. They are constant reminders of what fuels the uniqueness of the resort.
“Exceed the expectations of the guest.”
It is not a marketing phrase. It’s a call to action from Gordon “Butch” Stewart, Chairman of Sandals Resorts. Which explains why the butlers across all Sandals Resorts are so proactive, knowing what and when to serve before being asked. But on a much grander level “exceed the expectations” is the most important blueprint for the innovating, especially here at Sandals South Coast.
Couples who’ve walked along the private two-mile-long beach often stop in their own footprints to marvel. There, at the end of a long boardwalk, are Sandals’ Over-the-Water Bungalows generously distanced from each other in a heart-shaped pattern. Keep in mind that Over-the-Water Bungalows were forever considered architectural wonders, found only in the South Pacific or Asia. But then Stewart and the Sandals team decided to dismantle the “can’t-be-done” notion and discovered a way to bring the complete overwater experience to their Jamaican home.
“I have always said that being on the water is where I am happiest,” says Stewart, “and these suites provide guests a direct link to the Caribbean Sea. They’re yet another level of innovating luxury.”
They’re convenient, too. As Waddell points out, “It would take forever and a fortune for my wife and me to travel to the overwater bungalows in Tahiti or the Maldives. But now we can have the overwater experience for our anniversary or just… because. It isn’t once-in-a-lifetime—or never-in-a-lifetime—anymore.”
Up the beach from the Over-the-Water Bungalows, expectations are again exceeded because the ocean is the figurative pillar for Latitudes, an over-the-water bar. From the hug of a hammock, guests can take in a pure 360-degree view of the Caribbean as if lounging on the deck of a yacht.
Picture: Sandals South Coast's newest bar, Latitudes° Over Water Bar, features 360° ocean views. The best part: all drinks are on us!
And then, a little farther along the white sand is perhaps the most stunning sight of all. At twilight it appears as a mirage: An Over-the-Water Serenity Wedding Chapel with a glass floor positioned above the glass-calm water. Making you feel like you are one with the sea—a feeling you can’t get anywhere else.
Picture: Whatever you dream your wedding to be, the Over-the-Water Serenity Wedding Chapel at Sandals South Coast will make it one to never forget.
It all happens here—the Swim-Up Rondoval Suites, the longest pool on this side of the Earth, the Over-the-Water Bungalows, the over-the-water bar, and the over-the-water chapel—in this hidden sanctuary at Sandals South Coast. Where water and nature continually drive innovation beyond the loftiest expectations.
Sandals 10 Most Spectacular & Romantic Honeymoon Suites In The Caribbean
Sparkling shores and gorgeous greenery collide in the Caribbean, which provides lovers a paradise simply made for love. Many couples around the world realize this and are inspired to book their weddings and honeymoons here for just that reason.
Sandals all-inclusive adults-only resorts are designed for couples in love, making them the honeymoon resort brand to go to! The proximity to the US makes for easy travel, the Sandals inclusions are second to none, and the honeymoon suites are among the most spectacular in the world. The combination of these three factors results in a peaceful experience, and romance more fiery than anything you’ve ever known!
Some of the top Caribbean honeymoon destinations include Jamaica, Grenada, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Barbados and the Bahamas, but no matter where you go, the Caribbean has the potential to ignite your love.
Experience the 10 most spectacular honeymoon suites at Sandals, all located in the Caribbean:
Selecting an uber romantic suite for your Sandals getaway begins with an introduction to the resort’s Oceanfront Suites, which will ensure you get all the sun, sand and sea you need out of your Caribbean honeymoon. Note that Oceanview suites typically feature a partial view of the ocean, while Oceanfront suites will provide a much better vantage point to see the ocean in its full glory. This means that if you want stellar sea views and wake up listening to the sound of the Caribbean Sea, you’ll likely feel right at home in an Oceanfront Suite!
Insider Tip: Let your butler prepare a private dinner on your balcony. Order world class food from any of the gourmet restaurants on property.
Have a closer look at some of the most spectacular Oceanfront suites:
While Oceanfront Suites boast postcard worthy views, in a Beachfront Suite you’ll be able to walk right out of your room and onto a gorgeous beach. This kind of direct beach access makes this option incredibly popular for honeymooners who want to make the most of their time in the sun, while appreciating all the amenities and icy drinks on hand at Sandals. You’ll find beachfront suites at all Sandals resorts, and all carry the signature Sandals luxe theme which takes your beach vacation to the next level.
Have a closer look at some of the most spectacular Beachfront suites:
Expert tip: Go to the ‘Room’ page of your favorite resorts and filter the room on ‘Beachfront’ and ‘Walkout’ to see more Beachfront Walkout honeymoon suites.
Nothing says honeymoon more than your own private pool in a well-appointed suite with panoramic tropical views. Classy and deliberate, Sandals Plunge Pool Suites are one of the signature suites in the Sandals Luxury Suite Collection. These suites are loved most by couples who want their own private space to fall in love, and to soak in the peace that can be found in islands so beautifully serene.
Have a closer look at some of the most spectacular Plunge Pool Suites:
Find more suites with spectacular private plunge pools among the Villa Suites (#7 on this list), Skypool Suites (#5 on this list) and Rondoval Suites (#4 on this list).
Villa Suites at Sandals are super private, each with their own style and personality. These opulent suites are marked by love, intricacy and elegance. As you settle in and acquaint yourself with the contemporary furnishings and amazing views, it will sink in quickly that your incredible honeymoon experience is just getting started!
Insider tip: If you can tear yourself away from your Villa Suite, take full advantage of Sandals’ gourmet all-inclusive dining options and have your butler serve a romantic dinner in your suite. You’ll find different cuisines from around the world at Sandals!
Have a closer look at some of the most spectacular Villa Suites:
There are a few Sandals properties with rooms that make it possible to dive into the main pool and swim up to your room. The swim-up suites are perfect for honeymooners with plans on spending as much time as possible in the water, preferably with a cocktail in hand. Most Sandals swim-up suites feature Elite Butler Service, a fully stocked in-room bar, luxurious airport transfers, and so much more!
Have a closer look at the most spectacular swim-up suites:
Complete with a sky-high private infinity plunge pool just as you walk out of your bedroom, the Skypool Suites at Sandals are like nothing you’ve ever experienced. These romantic honeymoon suites are at the height of luxury at Sandals, and they’re ideal for couples who want to be pampered with inclusions like Private Elite Butler Service, Tranquility Soaking Tubs and stunning views! There’s simply no going wrong with the Skypool Suites, which take you ‘above and beyond’ the horizon.
At Sandals, the romantic Rondoval Suites are top of the line. With Personal Butler Service, beachfront and tropical garden options, as well as private pool sanctuaries, it is unlikely you’ll even want to leave your room when you check out. Just as long as you’re here, make yourself at home with amenities that include from the outside going in, a couples’ hammock, outdoor shower, jacuzzi, a spa-style bathroom, four-poster king size bed—and more!
The Oceanview Millionaire Butler Villas are exceedingly popular with honeymooners who want to make the most of their love-getaway to the Caribbean. These high-end suites will have you living a comfortable and lavish lifestyle as you take in the breathtaking views and Saint Lucian sunsets from this vantage. While you’re there, spend as much time as you’d like in your own personal zero-entry plunge pool with a waterfall and whirlpool, and let your personal butler know just what you need to make your honeymoon that much more exceptional!
Have a closer look at these spectacular honeymoon suites:
The Over-The-Water Bungalows at Sandals are among the most in demand for special occasions. This room category comes with everything from the Sandals Signature Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, to an over-the-water hammock and outdoor shower. The glass floors add to the amazingly laid back and totally tropical atmosphere, and the bathroom feels pretty much like your own personal over-the-water-spa. Of course, the actual Sandals Red Lane Spa is not too far off for a transformative mind body experience!
Have a closer look at the one-of-a-kind Over-The-Water Bungalows:
Spending your honeymoon in an Over-the-Water Villa will have you feeling like a million bucks—almost as though you’re on your own private island, where peace and luxury abound. The Over-the-Water Villas at Sandals are best for couples who want to veer away from the traditional and try something new which includes a private infinity pool, Over-the-Water hammock, and so much more!
Have a closer look at the spectacular Over-The-Water Villas:
Booking the honeymoon suite of your dreams is easy at Sandals. Either book your honeymoon suite online, or call 1-888-SANDALS (US) to reserve your dream honeymoon today! Want to up your game? Sandals also offers special Love Nest® Suites with butler service for even more romance and luxury on your honeymoon.
How long should your honeymoon be?
In most cases honeymoons last for about 10 to 14 days, but can be longer. A couple’s honeymoon budget often influences how long they decide to stay during their intimate time together. All the more reason to choose an all-inclusive honeymoon at Sandals, where everything is paid for up-front and once you arrive everything is included and taken care-of, so you can have a worry-free honeymoon.
Who typically pays for the honeymoon?
Nowadays there are no rules set in stone for who typically pays for the honeymoon. Unless the honeymoon is a surprise for your spouse, couples normally make this decision together, sometimes with help from family. When deciding, consider staying at a Sandals Resort, the world’s only 5-Star Luxury Included Honeymoon Resorts.
Honeymoons are special occasions to be treasured forever. As one of the only resorts in the Caribbean catering solely to couples in love, Sandals understands this all too well. Whatever Sandals Honeymoon Suite you choose; it’s bound to be an unforgettable experience!
Travelling as a couple is a rite of passage for any relationship. It’s an amazing way to make new discoveries together in a foreign space and get to know each other more intimately.
Most couples who travel together don’t just pick up and leave – there’s usually some planning involved, some of which revolves around budgeting. In case you’ve never gone on a couples getaway at Sandals before, we’ve got some steps that can guide you.
The cost of a Sandals vacation depends on which resort you decide to stay at, your room category and which month you book your stay in (rates tend to drop in low season from June until November).
On average, expect the cost of a Sandals vacation to end up somewhere between $4,000 and $6,500 for a 7-night stay, per couple (two adults). Airport transfers, unlimited (alcoholic) drinks and meals are included in your stay, so you don’t have to worry about carrying your wallet around. Even the minibar in your room is complimentary!
As with many things in life, you get what you pay for. There’s no all-inclusive resort in the world that matches the quality of inclusions Sandals has on offer.
Picture: Lobster tail served at Butch's Chophouse in Sandals Barbados. The variety and the quality of the food at Sandals is unmatched by any other all-inclusive resort in the world. It's all included, all unlimited.
Picture: Kimonos at Sandals Grande Antigua. All restaurants at Sandals Resorts are included in your stay. Tips and gratuity are also included!
The award-winning resort chain is known to serve the highest quality gourmet food at up to 16 restaurants per resort, all serving a different cuisine! Guests can eat and drink what they want at any time. It’s always included, always unlimited. On top of that, Sandals includes (motorized) water sports, snorkeling trips, scuba diving trips, golf, nightly entertainment and much much more. See what else is included.
Even before getting to the cost, it’s important to know exactly what you want to get out of the experience.
Read on for insights on choosing the right room, getting value for money, and to see our top tips and tricks for making your investment go a long way!
Is Sandals worth the money?
Sandals all-inclusive resorts make it possible to know the total cost for your vacation ahead of time, so you’re not left racking up a huge bill as expenses pile up during travel. You can budget and stick to it, without sacrificing any of the comforts you would expect from a romantic getaway. No all-inclusive resort in the world matches the inclusions Sandals has on offer.
Picture: Enjoy unlimited drinks at Latitudes Over-The-Water Bar at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica. Find a similar bar at Sandals Montego Bay. All Sandals Resorts include unlimited premium brand (alcoholic) drinks.
All cocktails and other (alcoholic) drinks are included, which can be conveniently ordered at the resorts’ swim-up bars, piano bar, British pub, or your own mini-fridge (which is stacked and free of use in every room). Rest assured the staff at the bars will make sure to mix you an amazing cocktail with your favourite premium brand liquors. Drinks at Sandals are never watered down and you can have as much as you want.
Picture: Working together with local farmers, Sandals Resorts creates a wide variety of gourmet dishes using local produce.
With a variety of buffet and a la carte options, there’s never a shortage of gourmet restaurants to choose from. Every night at Sandals is date night! Restaurants at this luxury resort are ranging from French gourmet to Japanese teppanyaki, from Indian cuisine to Northern Italian specialties, from freshly caught Caribbean seafood to Parisian pastries. Even those who aren’t big eaters or drinkers will appreciate that kind of variety from a resort.
Picture: No other all-inclusive resort offers the variety of water sports that Sandals does. It's all included in your stay, including professional instructions!
All Sandals Resorts are located on a beautiful beach and there’s never a shortage of things to do with a variety of water sports (including kayaking, waterskiing, tubing, paddle boarding, sailing, windsurfing, and more) with professional instruction, all available for free during your stay.
Picture: PADI certified guests can dive for free during their stay (max. two dives a day). This includes professional equipment and the scuba staff!
And then there’s snorkeling, and scuba diving for PADI certified guests (or those who want to get PADI certified at an additional cost). Both activities and professional equipment will be included in your Sandals all-inclusive vacation, so you can spend as much time as you’d like exploring the ocean floor and becoming better acquainted with marine life (max. two tanks per day per scuba diving guest).
Picture: Have some fun with the other guests, and participate in the various land sports included at all Sandals Resorts.
Whether you choose to marvel at remarkable sea creatures, take in day and night entertainment, participate in land sports like beach and pool volleyball, lawn chess, day and night tennis, bocce ball and more, there won’t be a dull moment during your vacation.
Get the most bang for your buck at Sandals
Sandals Resorts that are most affordable
If you’re looking for the most affordable stay at a Sandals Resorts, the entry level rooms at Sandals Ochi are a great place to start. Sandals Ochi features 16 gourmet restaurants, is loved for its lively atmosphere, great entertainment, lovely swimming pools and its location near some of Jamaica’s main attractions. In addition, Sandals Ochi is located near the Sandals Golf Club (green fees and transfers included!).
Picture: The main swimming pool at Sandals Ochi in Jamaica, one of the most affordable Sandals Resorts. Sandals Ochi is Sandals largest all-inclusive resort and offers guests 16 restaurants on-property!
Sandals South Coast is another favorite that comes with lower entry rates and all suites are oceanfront! This secluded resort surrounded by a 500-acre nature reserve comes with a large swimming pool. The Sandals South Coast Resort is located along a long-stretch of private beach, with plenty of snorkeling opportunities right off the shore. Just like Sandals Negril, Sandals South Coast comes with a wide variety of motorized water sports.
Picture: The impressive main swimming pool at Sandals South Coast, with swim-up bar.
If you love the Caribbean beaches, Sandals Negril is for you. This resort is located on the famous Seven Mile Beach and includes a wide variety of motorized water sports. Negril’s atmosphere is a bit more laidback and is famed for its amazing sunsets.
Picture: Sandals Negril is the place to be for an amazing time on the best beach of Jamaica, known for its incredible sunsets.
Sandals Royal Caribbean is a more intimate resort and comes with a private offshore island. Guests love to go here for the relaxing quintessential Caribbean atmosphere. In addition, guests of Royal Caribbean get free access (including round-trip transfers) to Sandals Montego Bay - the flagship Sandals Resort with a long stretch of private white-sand beach.
All of the resorts above are located in Jamaica.
Picture: Sandals Royal Caribbean is one of Sandals more intimate all-inclusive resorts. Guests have access to a private offshore island and use all amenities and restaurants at nearby Sandals Montego Bay (transfers included!).
Last but not least, if you’re looking for a Sandals Resort with lower entry rates outside of Jamaica, check out Sandals Regency La Toc in Saint Lucia. ‘La Toc’ is a beautiful resort built on hilly terrain with some of the most romantic views. Guests of Sandals Regency La Toc get free access to Sandals Grande St. Lucian (a lively resort with an amazing beach), Sandals Halcyon Beach and two golf courses.
Picture: The swim-up bar at Sandals Regency La Toc, this resort is known for its incredible views and villa suites.
Most affordable Butler Elite suites
Guests who want to go all-in on the butler service, without breaking the bank, should check out Sandals Ochi and Sandals Royal Plantation, where they can get Butler Suites at Club Level prices. Both resorts are located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The Butler Suites at these resorts are available at a lower rate than the Luxury level rooms of some of the more expensive Sandals Resorts.
Picture: Looking for a laidback boutique experience, with outstanding service? The quaint and intimate Sandals Royal Plantation is just what you're looking for. Guests have access to all amenities and restaurants of nearby Sandals Ochi (transfers included!).
Invest a little more, still without swaying too much from your budget by looking to the Butler Suites at Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Montego Bay and Sandals Negril. Some of the Butler Suites at these resorts are not much more expensive than the Club Level Suites.
Most affordable oceanfront suites
Imagine being right on the oceanfront in a cozy, well-appointed room, champagne on ice, sea breeze in the air and waves crashing in the distance… This is the draw for many who choose to spend their vacation on the oceanfront, especially when staying at Sandals for a wedding, honeymoon, or other special occasions.
Picture: Book an oceanfront suite at Sandals South Coast and wake up to the sound of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy unlimited wine on the balcony. Every room at Sandals comes with a stocked free to use mini fridge.
Truth be told, you don’t need a special occasion to enjoy an oceanfront room or suite. Take note of the difference between oceanfront and oceanview rooms. Suites with an ocean view or partial ocean view often have the resort gardens or swimming pool adding to the overall appeal (which some people prefer).
Having a swim-up room means that you can jump into the pool and swim right up to your suite, or from your room and onto the day’s activities. This is a rarity as far as resorts in the Caribbean go, but Sandals has mastered the swim-up room concept making it possible for guests to go for nightly romantic swims right from their suite.
Picture: Book a swim-up suite at Sandals Barbados, and get into the pool right after leaving your luxurious suite.
What better way to sink into a luxurious Caribbean getaway than in a suite with its own private plunge pool? This means that you’ll have a small swimming pool all to yourself that you won’t have to venture far from your room to sink into. Plunge pools are available at most Sandals resorts, and you can get some of the lowest rates at Sandals Regency La Toc and Sandals Halcyon Beach.
As with everything in life, you get what you pay for. For a special occasion, don’t hold back and invest a bit more to stay at the Sandals Resort that speaks most to you.
Planning on having a honeymoon in Jamaica and looking for a lively resort with an amazing private beach? The Sandals flagship resort in Montego Bay is your pick! Another lively resort with an incredible beach is Sandals Grande St. Lucian, which gives you access to two golf courses. Both resorts offer a plethora of water sports too.
Picture: Sandals Grande St. Lucian has so much to offer, you'll want to stay there forever! Enjoy one of the best beaches of Saint Lucia, the swim-up bar at the main pool, unlimited water sports and two golf courses. Guests of Sandals Grande St. Lucian get free access to all amenities and restaurants at nearby Sandals Regency La Toc and Sandals Halcyon Beach (including transport). It's like three vacations in one!
If you’re looking for a slightly lower-key experience on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Sandals Emerald Bay in Exuma is your pick. Beachfront suites are highly recommended! Exuma’s turquoise waters and powdery white-sand beaches are unmatched in beauty.
Another Sandals resort, located on an amazing beach is Sandals Grande Antigua loved for its beautiful resort grounds, ideal for romantic walks.
Scuba divers and sushi lovers will love the romantic atmosphere at Sandals Grenada. The innovative Sandals Resorts in Barbados even come with a rooftop infinity pool, bowling alley and craft beer hall - all included in your stay!
How to make use of Sandals deals
Expect lower rates and more availability when booking your stay anywhere between June and November. May is often also a great month to book!
Get up to 65% off with a booking of more than 3 nights (the discount will be automatically applied during the booking process). A 3-night stay at Sandals is almost always cheaper than a 2-night stay!
For select room categories, you can get a free night by booking a 7-night stay; you’ll only pay for 6 nights.
Combine some of the amazing offers above with another 7% off with the 7-7-7- deal, which is Sandals’ rack-rate promotion on 7 specific rooms and suites.
Secure your 10% discount for Luxury rooms, 11% for Club Level rooms, or 12% for Butler Suites by booking your next vacation at Sandals during your stay! You can claim this discount by booking at the Sandals Loyalty Deck.
Book the worry-free vacation you deserve!
With 15 luxurious all-inclusive resorts on offer, all with their own unique suites, it can be tough to choose one. It’s often best to start with selecting a resort, as you’ll likely spend most time on the resort ground during your vacation.
Picture: Sandals luxurious Over-The-Water bungalows, available at Sandals South Coast, Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals Grande St. Lucian.
Read ‘Which Sandals Resort is Best for You’ to gain more insights. Narrow down your selection and have a closer look at the restaurants and other amenities to make a final decision.
Then decide whether you want to go for the suite with the lowest entry rate, or whether you’re willing to upgrade to a Club Level room with room service. For special occasions, a Butler Suite is definitely worth splurging on! It’ll give you the full Sandals experience.
Rest assured that it is hard to go wrong with a Sandals vacation. The quicker you plan, the faster you’ll be on a sunny Caribbean beach at Sandals, where love is truly all you need!
17 Unique All-Inclusive Swim-up Rooms You’ll Fall in Love With
One of the first things most people look for before booking a vacation, particularly one of the all-inclusive varieties, is whether or not there is a swimming pool at their resort of choice. International booking agents report that some of the questions potential guests ask, revolve around whether there are multiple pools at the resort, how private these pools are, and quite often, whether increasingly popular swim-up rooms are available.
What is a swim-up room? A swim-up room, sometimes referred to as swim-out room, is a hotel room or resort room located on the ground floor that allows you to walk out into the swimming pool directly from your patio. More often than not, this pool connects multiple swim-up rooms across the hotel or resort. The concept was popularized by Caribbean all-inclusive resort Sandals.
Sandals is known for its all-inclusive resorts featuring spectacular swimming pools. Even though every Sandals resort sits on a spectacular white-sand beach, often lounging around the swimming pool is a favorite among guests! Sandals is one of the few all-inclusive resorts featuring luxurious swim-up rooms. An extension of their swim-up bar concept, Sandals has introduced and over the years perfected their swim-up suites in the Caribbean.
Guests love these suites because it makes it possible for them to go for a romantic nightly swim right from the doorstep of their room or wake up in the morning and dive right in for a morning swim in the Caribbean sunshine.
Sandals all-inclusive resorts with swim-up rooms include:
Below you’ll find a listing of some of the most spectacular swim-up rooms offered by Sandals! The list shows a selection of Sandals’ swim-up suites. Sandals has swim-up suites available in several price ranges at most resorts. Go to one of the resorts listed above, select ‘Rooms’ and filter on ‘Swim-up pool’ to find out more.
One of the most spectacular swim-up rooms, located at Jamaica’s beachfront. Modern and spacious.
Sandals Millionaire Suites are as deluxe as they come, and at Sandals Montego Bay you’ll be able to indulge in the vacation of a lifetime if you select this suite for your romantic getaway in Jamaica. With breathtaking sea views, a Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, butler service, 24-hour room service, a retractable glass wall separating the living area and bedroom, a bursting at the seams wet bar with premium liquors and other elegant elements, you’ll be glad you chose this one of a kind swim-up room for your luxurious island getaway!
2. Millionaire Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Suite
Modern and spacious swim-up room, includes private Rolls Royce airport transfers.
You’ll be able to step from your room to the pool, and back to your room in just the time that it takes you to say ‘Caribbean vacations are awesome!’ Seriously though, it’s a sweet life for guests who choose the Millionaire Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Suite. It’s one of the higher end swim-up rooms at Sandals, and includes a Tranquility Soaking Tub with privacy curtains, a four-poster king-size bed, and a spacious patio. This suite is elegant and cozy, and perfect for guests looking for an intimate space to enjoy each other’s company. Butler service, 24-hour room service, and VIP check-in are three key inclusions that set this room category apart.
3. South Seas Hideaway Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Oversized Butler Suite
If a suite with butler service, VIP-check in, 24-hour room service, a private patio with amazing views and a Tranquility Soaking Tub is your idea of tropical perfection, then you’ll be well on your way to the most amazing getaway in this Oversized Butler option. The suite itself is quite spacious… sprawling in fact, and you’ll be kept cool, comfortable, and entertained in and out of your pool-side retreat. Stand out features of this suite option in the South Seas Village of Sandals Royal Barbados include a king-size plush Sandals Tranquility Blissful Bed, aromatherapy systems, a spa-style bathroom with a freestanding Tranquility Soaking Tub, a fully stocked bar, and more.
4. West Bay Honeymoon Hideaway Swim-up Crystal Lagoon Zen Butler Suite
One of the most spectacular swim-up rooms in The Bahamas. Swim-up room includes private Rolls Royce airport transfers.
Zen is the key word for this suite, from which you can walk out onto your private patio and find zero-entry access to the Zen Garden river pool. The beauty of this room, and having your own private entry to the pool is a large part of the appeal of this suite, which also includes a four-poster king-size bed, a separate bedroom and living room (which includes a dining area), and an en-suite bathroom with a rain head shower/tub combo. There’s much more to discover in this suite located on the ground floor of the West Bay building and you’ll enjoy neat add-ons like butler service and 24-hour room service.
Make the most of your vacation in exotic Jamaica in a South Seas Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary. You’ll find within this suite all the elements you need for a vacation more luxurious than most - like the smooth porcelain tile flooring, which leads the way to a spacious living room area, the comfort of a custom-king size bed, and a spa-style bathroom that’s as much of a retreat as the suite itself. The location of this suite within the resort’s gardens will have you basking in the bliss of your tropical oasis for the duration of your stay as you indulge in inclusions like personal butler service, 24-hour room service, and VIP check in. Tranquility Soaking Tubs™ are also included!
Swim-up room located next to an elevated infinity pool.
The Italian Village at Sandals Grenada is popular with guests looking for something a little different. Add a swim-up room into the mix and you’ve got something truly divine. Go from your room to the resort’s zero-entry river pool in seconds, and soak in some sun and some relaxation. When you’re done, you’re a hop and a skip away from a room that’s so well thought out and designed for your comfort, you may just have a hard time leaving. This suite comes complete with Butler Elite and 24-hour room service, a large bedroom with a king-size bed, a smart TV, fully stocked wet bar, and a Tranquility Soaking Tub for two made especially more romantic with privacy curtains. It is as sophisticated as they come, and you’ll enjoy the spa like feel of the in-room bathroom!
From the Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler suite you’ll have zero-entry access into the Crystal Lagoon River Pool and direct access to your own private patio and Tranquility Soaking Tub. Feel right at home in this suite which features separate living room and bedroom spaces, and elegant furnishing. As with all other butler suites offered by Sandals, you’ll get to enjoy butler service whenever you need it and around the clock room service. This is also a Love Nest Butler Suite, and is positioned along the river pool, the longest in Barbados.
In Jamaica, the options are endless for exclusive suites where you can sink into the relaxed ambiance of the Caribbean. The Dutch Beachfront One bedroom Swim Up Butler Suite offered by Sandals south coast is one of these. Within these new Love Nest Butler Suites® in the Dutch Village, you’ll find all the lavish amenities that Sandals is known for, including furnishings with style and comfort in mind, a fully stock bar with premium liquor, HD smart TV, a spa-style bathroom, and so much more. Ocean views from your patio, Tranquility Soaking Tubs™, butler service, 24-hour room service, and VIP check-in will be just the beginning of this amazing adventure.
9. South Seas Hideaway Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Suite
Truly serene and luxurious, the South Seas Hideaway Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Suite at Sandals Royal Barbados is perfect for a sunny getaway in the Caribbean. This suite is most ideal for couples who want to spend as much time as possible in the water as they’ll be able to do so with ease and the convenience of a zero-entry pool. You’ll feel right at home when you step into this ground floor suite which has is own Tranquility Soaking Tub for two out on a private patio, as well as modern and stylish furnishings including a king-size plush Sandals Tranquility Blissful Bed, aromatherapy systems, HD smart TV, an in-room bar, and more. Once you settle into this sumptuous suite there’ll be no question whether you’ve made the right choice, but there just might be some questions about how soon to do a repeat visit!
One of the most beautiful swim-up rooms in the ‘Club Level’ room category.
Sandals Royal Barbados lives up to its name in that it offers truly top of the line accommodations and amenities. This South Seas Swim-up is elegant, comfortable, and truly unforgettable. It includes a private Tranquility Soaking Tub that you can you companion can enjoy, as well as a large patio, from which you have zero-entry access to the Crystal Lagoon pool. Expect top of the line furnishing, deluxe fixtures, and everything else you would expect from an all-inclusive resort which aims to please!
Looking for all-inclusive resorts with swim-up room? Sandals Montego Bay may be a great choice for you. This resort offers more swim-up room options that most, but the Oceanfront Swim-up Butler suites are extremely popular because of their outstanding oceanfront views. They are among the newer Swim-up rooms within the Sandals chain and can be accessed via the swim-up river pool. Features include a Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, king-sized bed, HD smart TV, and more. As the name suggests, this suite comes with a personal butler and 24-hour room service. Want to find out the most common requests for Sandals butlers? Read our post here!
12. Swim-up Crystal Lagoon Beachfront Butler Suite
Swim-up room located on the famous Seven Mile Beach. Best for authentic Jamaican look & feel.
Butler service is available only at the highest level of Sandals suites, and the Swim-up Crystal Lagoon Beachfront Suites are in this category. These swim-up rooms are located on the famous Seven Mile Beach in Negril, and contrary to the previous swim-up rooms in this list, have an authentic Jamaican look and feel. These suites are known for their standout ocean views, and of course the opportunity to swim right up to your room once you’re done dipping in the Crystal Lagoon Pool. Amenities include a four-poster king-size bed, a walk-in shower, and whirlpool bath. The living area is spacious and includes a fully-stocked wet bar. 24-hour room service and a personal butler are included with this room choice.
Sandals swim-up suite with dining option in the water. Oasis surrounded by tropical gardens. Authentic Jamaican look & feel.
The Swim-up Crystal Lagoon Suites are among the most popular choices of accommodation at Sandals Royal Caribbean. Best described as luxurious inside and out, these suites offer a whirlpool bath, four-poster king-size bed, a large walk-in shower, and his & hers vanity bathroom sinks, and more. Out on the patio you’ll find sun loungers and a bistro set, and your own personal access to the Crystal Lagoon pool. A personal butler and 24-hour room service are the cherry on top.
Tranquille and intimate swim-up room in beautiful Saint Lucia.
Sandals Halcyon is one of the more intimate Sandals resorts, and its Beachfront Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Room takes an all-inclusive vacation in Saint Lucia to a whole new level. There’s direct access from the patio of this room to the Crystal Lagoon pool, and from there you can take in the amazing views, or just soak up the amazing holiday fantasy that has just become your reality. There’s a Tranquility Soaking Tub right on the patio, with curtains for extra privacy. Inside, the bedroom is adorned with contemporary hardwood furnishing that will ensure every moment of your holiday is spent in the heights of comfort. This room category features all the elements you’ll expect from a Butler Elite room, including a fully stocked bar with premium liquor, 24-hour room service, and a personal butler.
15. Swim-up Lover's Lagoon Honeymoon Club Level Room
It’s easy to choose the room that best suits you at Sandals by pinpointing the room features, the view, and even the specials which may be available at the time of your booking. Guests looking for swim-up rooms with great views will love Sandals Grande St. Lucian’s Swim-up Lover’s Lagoon Honeymoon Club Level room, which includes a private poolside patio. Aside from the OWBs also available at Sandals Grande Saint Lucian, this is the only room category at this resort from which you’ll have this personalized room to pool access, where you’ll also be able to enjoy Club Sandals concierge service which can help you make reservations that much easier, and grant you preferred check in. Your room also comes with a well-stocked mini bar.
Modern Sandals swim-up room with one of the lowest rates available. A great deal!
You’ll love every minute spent living a lavish lifestyle in the Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Level Luxury Room. A Tranquility Soaking Tub means there’s plenty of time to unwind, and later, to sink into the comfort of your four-poster king-size bed, sip on something from your fully stocked in-room bar, or indulge in your spa inspired bathroom… before heading out to the pool again straight from your room (zero-entry access), just because you can. Take advantage of Club Sandals concierge services from this room category, which includes private check-in and access to the Club Sandals Lounge.
17. Crystal Lagoon Hideaway Swim-up Club Level Jr. Suite
Sandals' newest swim-up suites, located in the tranquil Highgrove building.
If what you’re after is an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean that offers stunning swim-up rooms then Sandals Royal Caribbean might just be the one to make your vacation dreams come true. This is a stand out Caribbean retreat where romance will be at the center with signature features like a Sandals Tranquility Soaking Tub for two with private curtains and swim-up access to your suite from a private outdoor patio added to the mix.
Peaceful garden views, custom-built furnishings, a spa-style bathroom, and an in-room bar are some of the luxuries you’ll enjoy with this tranquil suite selection, but there’s more. In this Club Level Junior ground floor suite guests also have access to the Club Sandals lounge and concierge service and all day room service; all things that will set the tone for a vacation that will truly be all about unwinding and falling in love all over again.
Sandals’ Skypool Suites are nothing short of spectacular, featuring a private infinity pool with breathtaking views. Wake up to the sound of the ocean and watch the sunset with your loved one while sipping a glass of champagne. The Butler Elite service offers guests a supreme standard of service and luxury, where your every need is anticipated. Equally impressive is the suite's living room complete with an indoor dining table, writing desk with plush sofa, a smart television, a butler pantry, and fully stocked wet bar featuring premium liquors.
Overwater Bungalows
Why limit yourself to a swim-up room that leads to a swimming pool, when you can enjoy a ‘swim-up room’ in the Caribbean Sea? Over-the-Water Bungalows are the ultimate Sandals suites, and nothing can top that. Over-the-Water Bungalows offer amazing views over the beautiful turquoise waters of the Caribbean, what a view to wake up to! These luxurious suites feature glass-floor panels and special lighting, which means you can enjoy captivating underwater views day and night. There’s an outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub with privacy curtains, an extended sun deck, an outdoor shower, and over-water hammocks for that special tropical touch. There’s just no going wrong with Sandals’ Over-the-Water bungalows, particularly when Butler Elite service and 24-hour room service are part of the package.
Find the perfect swim-up room to celebrate your love!
There you have it, some of the most amazing swim-up rooms at Sandals all-inclusive resorts, ideal for a romantic getaway you’ll never forget. These suites are the perfect way to celebrate your honeymoon or anniversary in style. Check availability of your favorite swim-up suite and start booking today!
Some describe Saint Lucia as the most beautiful island in the Caribbean. Whether this is true or not, you will have to decide for yourself.
But one thing is clear: a visit to St. Lucia is unforgettable. Whether you're looking for a relaxing vacation in the sun or an exciting opportunity to experience a new culture, St. Lucia has it all.
These are the Top 5 Reasons Anyone Should Visit St. Lucia
Stunning Landscapes
If you are planning on visiting St. Lucia, prepare for some seriously stunning landscapes.
The most famous views of the island feature the two volcanic plugs called the Pitons. Covered in lush vegetation, the two sharp hills loom over the ocean, offering the perfect opportunity for beautiful photography, as well as excellent hiking. The Gros Piton is the larger of the two plugs and those looking for an active day can take a tour along the nature trail that runs up the hill.
Besides these two iconic St. Lucia landmarks, the Pigeon Island National Park is another place to take in the spectacular nature of the island, along with a little history, since the park features Fort Rodney ruins as an extra attraction.
For something a little different, hike up to the Sault Falls and enjoy swimming in the fresh spring water, or hike the Tet Paul Nature Trail, which offers excellent viewpoints across the island.
Endless Blue Waters
The Caribbean has its fair share of beautiful beaches, and Saint Lucia is no exception. If you are wondering how big is St. Lucia’s selection of beaches, don’t worry, there are plenty of options for any traveler.
One of the most popular sandy getaways on the island is Reduit Beach, dotted with restaurants offering stunning sunset views with your favorite cocktail in-hand. For even more romance, Marigot Bay offers a small and more secluded getaway.
Pigeon Island National Park, which we mentioned earlier, also boasts some lovely white sands and blue waters, along with the likes of Sugar Beach. To discover the underwater world, snorkeling and diving opportunities are plentiful at Anse Chastanet Beach.
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, then head to Grande Anse to see baby turtles hatching and heading into the blue waters for the first. Another popular option is to enjoy the Jalousie Beach at the foot of the Petit Piton, which offers breathtaking views.
Festivals and Entertainment
Throughout the year, Saint Lucia tourism offers a variety of opportunities to catch a local festival and partake in the local entertainment. One of the biggest celebrations is the St. Lucia Carnival in June, during which the capital city of Castries becomes a whirlwind of colorful decoration, street parties and celebration.
The main course of this festival is the Mardi-Gras style party on Carnival Tuesday, which features a parade, soca dancing in the street and an all-around joyful atmosphere. Other popular festivals for when you visit Saint Lucia include the St. Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival, the St. Lucia Food and Rum festival in October or the Festival of Lights and Renewal in December, when locals hold a lantern making competition.
And don’t worry, if you can’t make it for a festival in particular, locals host Friday Night Street Parties all year round.
Exotic Tours
One of the highlights of St. Lucia tourism is the Soufriere drive-in volcano. The world’s only volcano that you can actually drive into, this is also one of the most popular tours on St. Lucia. Despite the strong smell of sulfur, the novelty of the spot and the breathtaking views will be entirely worth it. Plus, visitors can enjoy bathing in the hot springs and mud baths nearby the volcano.
Another exciting tour is the aerial tram through the rainforest, with spectacular views, as well as lovely surrounding nature. If you are looking for a thrilling experience, then the Treetop Adventure Park might just be the perfect spot, offering cool suspension bridges among tropical trees. And if you’d like to pick up some St. Lucia facts, then check out the chocolate tour, where you will learn the process of chocolate making from bean to bar.
Delicious Cuisine
No St. Lucia visit is complete without tasting the plentiful and delicious food that this small Caribbean island has to offer. Fresh fish and seafood abundant, so you can enjoy a luxurious lobster dinner on the beach, or try some grilled mahi mahi, snapper and tuna.
Try accompanying your meal with local flavors by tasting conch fritters or lambi in spicy Caribbean sauce. For a real St. Lucia treat, tickle your taste buds with green figs and salt fish, callaloo soup or breadfruit.
Last but certainly not least, discover the varieties of world-class rums in the many presentations that the islanders have to offer.
Visit St. Lucia & Have A Wonderful Vacation
Saint Lucia, the small and picturesque island in the Caribbean is one of the top choices for destination weddings, anniversaries at all-inclusive resorts and celebrations.
It's surprise when you look at the wealth of activities available on the island, with the stunning backdrop of green mountains, blue waters and white sandy beaches.
Best Time To Visit Grenada: Seasonality, Weather & Events
If you were to ever watch any of the Pure Grenada promotions and hear their sugary sweet melodies, paired with the deliberate selection of video slides depicting Grenada at its most alluring, you’d waste no time booking a vacation to the tri-island state, which includes the nearby Petite Martinique and Carriacou.
Even without having seen these promotions portraying the geo-tourism destination at its best, you’d have likely heard enough about the Spice Isle to warrant further investigation into whether or not it is the ideal place to bring your Caribbean vacation to life. If so, your next obvious question is likely: when would be the best time to go?
Grenada is one of the smaller islands of the Caribbean, with an area of only 133 square miles. Despite its small size, you won’t find a short supply of things to do and explore on the island, regardless of the time of year.
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The best time to visit Grenada is during peak season, between mid-December and mid-April, because these are the months with the least rainfall, which means your chances of a picture-perfect vacation are that much higher. For better availability and slightly less crowds, travel in the shoulder season in the months of November or May. During these months you can expect a slight increase of brief, tropical showers. Often those showers give way to sunshine for the rest of the day. Daytime temperatures are between 86 and 88 °F year-round.
Many visitors from the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe travel to Grenada to get away from colder winter temperatures. Most visitors from these areas travel between mid-December and mid-April, so you can expect a high level of activity on island once you arrive. The surge in tourist arrivals at the end of the year is a welcomed feat for the island’s tourism authority, as tourism is a huge income generator for Grenada. This is also the best time to visit the island if you're looking for a party.
From June to November it’s officially wet season in Grenada. These months see decline in tourist arrivals due to the increase in rainfall. This means fewer crowds and a more tranquille experience on Grenada's amazing beaches and all-inclusive resorts. On top of this, you can expect to secure top luxury suites at a lower rate. Exceptions are the months of July and August, when tourists flock to the island to join Grenada’s carnival celebrations.
Like most Caribbean islands, you can expect a relatively humid atmosphere in Grenada. Temperatures are on average, about 86 °F during the early months of January and February, which are also reported to be the coolest compared to other months. During July and August, the temperature rises to about 88 °F. At this time, the wet season has begun and rainfall increases slightly.
Rainfall in Grenada
Unlike other parts of the world which use four seasons to predict what the weather will be like at any given time, the Caribbean uses only two: wet and dry. The wet season in Grenada is from June to November every year. The dry season in Grenada can start from December, and usually ends around May.
St. George’s, the capital of Grenada, experiences about 78 inches of rainfall annually, where about a monthly average of 8 and 10 inches falls in the months of June to November. You'll find 3 to 4 inches rainfall a month during the months of January and May. The months of February, March and April are the driest, and therefore the best time to enjoy a well-deserved beach vacation.
Peak Season in Grenada
High season in Grenada begins from mid-December and continues until mid-April the following year. The warm Grenadian sun makes it an ideal escape from colder US temperatures at this time, though it isn’t only people trying to escape from winter who make their way to these shores during high season. Adventure seekers also come during this time as it is the most active period for activities and events. This busy and exciting time can come with a higher price tag for your vacation, but small matters overall if everything else checks out.
Temperatures range from mid 80s to 90s in the high season. When travelling during the peak season, it is always a good idea to book your hotel or resort in advance, as well as any excursions you’d like to do. Some restaurants have bookings for weeks or even months in advance during the high season, so it’s a good idea to book these also before you go.
Insider tip: With 10 world-class restaurants and six themed bars, Sandals Grenada may be the perfect choice for your Caribbean vacation. This all-inclusive adults-only resort is perfect for high season travel with lots of amenities located on site.
Low season in Grenada
Low season in Grenada runs from June to November. During this time, the island has more of a relaxed atmosphere and visitors can easily settle into island life. The hotels, restaurants and the various shops are all yours to patronize and you won’t have to worry about bumping into everyone. This season is great for a low key vacation, and is the perfect opportunity to relax and rejuvenate before getting back to reality. Travel during the low season is a great way to enjoy a more economical vacation, as most resorts offer spectacular promotions during this time. An exception to this rule is the end of July until August, when visitors come to Grenada to celebrate Grenada’s ultimate carnival celebration: the Spicemas Festival. During low season, expect slightly more rainfall, but note that this usually consists of relatively short showers.
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Shoulder season in Grenada
In between the low season and the peak season, you’ll find the shoulder season, which consists of a little bit of both. During the shoulder season you’ll find a mixture of the best of both seasons. The island will be less crowded than it is during high season, and there is less rainfall than it is usually the case in low season. Either way, it’s a win win.
Events in Grenada
From beach hopping and fishing tournaments, to festivals and patriotic events, you’ll find a full calendar of activities that you can be part of during your vacation in Grenada. Here are a few of the most popular:
Spice Island Billfish Tournament (January)
Calling all bill fishing lovers, Grenada is a prime spot for bill fishing, so don’t miss out!
Grenada Sailing Festival (January)
This international yacht racing competition takes place every year and attracts yachters as well as people looking to experience something out of the norm.
Carriacou Carnival (February)
A carnival celebration on a smaller scale as compared to Spice Mas, but just as fun!
Independence Day (February)
Grenada’s independence is celebrated on February 7th annually with lots of festivals, parades and competitions.
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Spicemas Festival (July-August)
Grenada’s ultimate carnival celebration features soca and dance competitions, renditions of steel pan and a grand Parade of the Bands. The Parade of the Bands is hosted on the second Monday and Tuesday in August.
Grenada Music Festival (Summer)
Expect live performances from internationally renowned artistes at a well-attended festival.
Carriacou Parang Festival (December)
Generally Christmas in the Caribbean is very festive and offers a great experience for visitors. The islands of Carriacou and Petit Martinique have their own celebrations, similar to that of the bigger island of Grenada.
Grenada Hash House Harriers
‘Drinkers with a running problem’, who meet every Saturday for a cross-country walk. Get in on the fun!
Explore the beaches
Embrace the chance to lounge at any of Grenada’s beaches, such as Grand Anse, Magazine, Morne Rouge, or Pink Gin Beach during your island vacation.
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Basic packing list
Swimsuits or swim shorts (two each for a five day vacation).
Beach wrap, sarong or cover up of your choice
Snorkeling/scuba diving equipment (you can also rent some when you get there)
Underwear
One outfit per day, plus change of clothes for the evening. Two daytime outfits per day for days where you plan on visiting beaches, or going on tours. Go for airy and loose fitting.
A coat or sweater for the evening breeze (December-March).
Flip-flops, sandals, dinner shoes, hiking shoes or trainers for excursions
Mosquito repellent
Long pants (gents) for formal occasions, jeans (both) which you can use for travelling, and repeat wear.
Raincoat or umbrella
Sunscreen & lip balm
Camera, electronic devices, memory cards, and chargers
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Tip: Leave any excessive jewelry behind, especially if you plan on spending a lot of time on the beach or in the pool. If you must carry these items, opt for resorts like Sandals which offer in room safes.
Best time to visit Grenada: the final word
The island of Grenada enjoys a peak season from the months of mid-December to mid-April, with many tourists coming in during the early months. The low season is during June - November, where you can have some more of the island to yourself and also enjoy more competitive rates. Knowing what you want out of your vacation is key to deciding the best time to go. Some of the interesting events on the island like Spicemas (Carnival) and Independence Day happen in August and February, respectively. If you’re looking to have a fun time, filled with lots of ‘fetes’, this is the perfect time to go. Otherwise, choose the dates that work best with your schedule, and plan your own activities to ensure your time spent in Grenada will be super memorable.
All in all, Grenada is a beautiful nation with “not a thing out of place”, and you’re unlikely to be disappointed.
Best Time To Visit Barbados: Seasonality, Weather & Events
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At only 166 square miles, Barbados may be just a speck on the world map, but it has made its mark on the global scale as one of the leading tourist destinations in the Caribbean. The former British colony is highly regarded for its breezy ambiance, gorgeous beaches, and striking natural attractions like Harrison's Cave. Events like the Barbados Food & Rum Festival and Crop Over, the latter being the island’s annual carnival celebration, attract thousands of visitors annually, all wanting to enjoy some good ol’ Bajan entertainment and cuisine.
Barbados is characterized by sunny skies throughout the year, with very few exceptions. It is the perfect escape from cold US winters (if at all you need a reason to go!).
If you’re planning a vacation on this paradise island, it helps to know when it’s a good time to visit. The best time to visit Barbados is between mid-December and mid-April, during dry season. You will experience less rainfall and temperatures average around 86 degrees Fahrenheit.
Thankfully, Barbados is one of those islands you can visit at any time of the year. Rainfall often makes way for sun, even in the wet season. Booking your trip during August, for example, can help you get more value for money, as you’ll arrive on island right in time for the annual Kadooment Day, which culminates the Crop Over Festival. This is perfect if you’re looking for a place to unwind, where you’ll also find worthwhile entertainment. You may even get a chance to see Rihanna, the richest female musician who just so happens to be from Barbados!
Seasonality & crowds
Low season
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The months of July to October are recognized as the low season in Barbados. Some people choose to travel at this time for more affordable rates and a more laid-back experience. The low season falls within the wet season, but more often than not, your tropical beach vacation during this time will be unaffected.
Shoulder season
The shoulder season (May, June and November) is often overlooked when deciding on the best time to travel to Barbados, or any other destination. During shoulder season, you get the best of both worlds. With crowd volume somewhere in the middle, you won’t have to worry much about the best beachside spots being taken, or resorts being completely sold out.
Peak season
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The peak/high season in Barbados runs from the month of mid-December until early the following year, in mid-April. This is a popular time for travel, particularly for travelers looking for an escape from the colder winter temperatures in Europe and the United States. The increased demand during this time means that you need to book accommodation, dining and other popular excursions before arriving to the island to ensure availability. A major plus in the peak season is that temperatures in the Caribbean tend to be milder, and a lot less humid.
Climate: wet vs dry season differences
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Unlike other parts of the world which recognize Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter as the main seasons, the Caribbean has only two – wet and dry. In Barbados, the dry season runs from December to May. This means that you can get to enjoy warm sunshine and cool breeze on the island, lounging on tropical beaches like Browne's Beach and Bottom Bay.
When is the wet season in Barbados?
When visiting a tropical island like Barbados, visitors should expect some showers during the wet season, which runs from June to November, just as the dry season has come to an end. This season coincides with the much-anticipated summer holidays, but despite the label, you can still look forward to plenty of sunshine during his time. The rainy periods are usually brief and generally don't interfere with your beach vacation plans.
Tip: The hottest months in Barbados are May, June and August. Drink plenty of water if you are on island during this time.
Other facts about the weather
Maximum day temperatures in Barbados fall within the 82 to 88-degree range and only fluctuates slightly during the year. The lowest temperatures are within the months of December and February which fall within the dry season.
Tourist arrivals
In 2018 alone, Barbados saw more than 820,000 visitors, many of which came from the United States, which accounted for more than 200,000 visitors, a growth of about 8.4% in arrivals from the previous year. Closely following were other Caribbean islands (4.6%) and Canada (1.8%), which accounted for more than 85,000 visitors. This is surely good news too, because tourism is one of the main contributors to the economy of Barbados. Thus far, the island appears to be a favorite for visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States, who generally visit during the peak season period of December to April.
Best annual events
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January
Mount Gay Round Barbados Race Series
This annual event is a boat sailing race which takes place in Barbados, specifically in January of every year. It is also a special time in Barbados, because January 21st is recognized as Errol Barrow Day, in commemoration of the island’s first prime minister.
The boat sail occurs over a three-day period and attracts local and foreign sailors alike, who are eager to show off their navigation skills on the Caribbean waters. This sail includes a race around Barbados and another one to Antigua.
February
Holetown festival
Holetown was the first part of Barbados that was occupied by the English when they came to Barbados on February 17th, 1627. In recognition of this, a team came together in 1977 to host this unique week-long festival. In celebration of the cultural traditions of Barbados, a range of activities get underway. These include activities like the Opening Gala and Steel Band Concert and the Street Fair and Parade and other activities such as sports, traditional dances, singing of folk songs and beauty contests. The Holetown festival usually takes place around the second week of February.
March
Oistins Fish Festival
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Every Easter weekend, the fishing village of Oistins comes alive for its annual Fish Festival. The sound of Caribbean music fills the air as visitors feast on delectable fried fish such as mahi-mahi and tuna. Though fish is the main dish for the weekend, other types of meat are also prepared and sold along with side dishes and local drinks. Generally, Oistins is a popular spot that is often frequented by young people on weekends so don’t let the fish festival be the only reason you visit!
August
Crop Over
Barbados’ Crop Over festival is one of the biggest events taking place in Barbados every year. It all began during the slavery period, when the slaves celebrated the end of the sugar cane harvest by singing and dancing. Since then, it has evolved significantly and has been transformed into six weeks of carnival events, packed with parties, contests and singing competitions.
The most anticipated aspect of Crop Over is the culmination of it all; the last event is Grand Kadooment Day, which takes place on the first Monday in August. During Kadooment, masquerade bands parade through the streets of Bridgetown, as a symbol of the island’s culture and heritage. Visitors and locals actively participate in Kadooment by adorning their bodies with bright feathers and jewels as they dance to the Caribbean music pulsating throughout the town.
This late October festival offers a variety of local and international cuisine and beverages prepared by the experts in the business. Barbados’ Food and Rum Festival takes off in October from the 24th-27th. As the “Culinary Capital of the Caribbean” Barbados recognizes that good food surely isn’t complete without some great drinks to go along with it. If you plan on attending the Festival while in Barbados, you can also expect to find wine experts and mixologists from across the region and beyond adding their hand to the festivities!
November
Barbados Independence Surf Festival
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This surf festival occurs as part of the celebrations for the anniversary of the island’s independence, which is recognized during the month of November. Surfers from all over the world come together for this exciting competition on the waters. The event includes live music and lots of food and drinks to keep you entertained as you cheer on your favorite competitors.
Independence celebrations
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On November 30th, 1966, the island of Barbados gained independence from the United Kingdom. The first celebration of this momentous occasion was marked by two things: the national flag being raised, and the national anthem being played and sung. On this national holiday, the country is filled with island wide activities being held in recognition of the day. You will see the grand parade at Garrison Savannah, religious ceremonies, sporting contests and community-based events. The National Independence Festival of Creative Arts is a much-anticipated showcase, which serves as an artistic display of local talent.
At night, visitors can admire the town as it comes alive with the signature blue and gold colored lights strung along buildings throughout Bridgetown. With their celebratory glow, you’ll easily be able to recognize buildings of national importance like the Parliament Building and Independence Square. Other business owners join in and decorate their businesses with these national colors (blue & gold), all resulting in a beautiful display of color.
December
Run Barbados Marathon
When Sir Austin Sealy and Carl Bayley began the Run Barbados Marathon, they had no idea it would grow into the major event that it is today, attracting thousands of visitors and participants. Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun!” is the theme for the three day marathon which occurs at four different levels: a fun race, 5 and 10k and a full marathon on the last day. The route navigates the historic town, and participants will have a chance to explore Bay Street Esplanade, the Parliament building area, and other notable locations.
Best time to go snorkeling in Barbados
Haven’t tried snorkeling yet? Then you simply must while in Barbados! The island is well known for its spectacular coral reefs which are responsible, among other things, for protecting the coastline and providing a home for marine life. There is no special time to go snorkeling while in Barbados – the waters are clear and calm and provide great visibility so that you have the perfect view of the many different forms of underwater life. You don’t even need to venture far, most snorkeling locations in Barbados offer opportunities to see tropical fishes in abundance, as well as turtles, rays, and even barracudas. Some of the best snorkeling locations are along the south and west coast of Barbados, where the temperature of the water is hardly ever lower than 79°F.
Traveling for Spring Break or just want to pretend that you are? Barbados offers a range of activities that just about anyone can participate in during Spring Break which spans from early March, to early April. Visitors can enjoy the sunny beaches and tour in a submarine and through historical sites. At night, enjoy some fine cuisine or a night of partying in St Lawrence Gap, known for its active night life.
Where to stay
Wherever you decide to stay during your vacation, it should be a “home away from home” – somewhere that makes you feel at ease and meets all your needs. An all-inclusive resort does just that and there are several options to choose from in Barbados. Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados are top choices, as they are located near the hot spots on the island such as St Lawrence Gap in Christ Church. St Lawrence Gap is on the southern coast of Barbados and the area is most known for its exclusive dining options, luxury accommodation, lively nightlife and great shopping.
Picture: A beach view from a suite at Sandals Royal Barbados.
Sandals Royal Barbados alone hosts 272 suites, including the world famous Skypool Suites, Swim-up Suites, and Millionaire Suites. If you choose to stay at Sandals you won’t have to worry about figuring out where to dine, as these all-inclusive resorts in Barbados combined feature 17 restaurants, all with world-class international cuisine!
FAQ's
What is the hottest month in Barbados?
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On average, during the month of June, the temperature in the capital city of Bridgetown is 81°F. This makes June the hottest month on island, so visitors should pack the appropriate light weight clothing when travelling and drink plenty of water.
What is the driest month in Barbados?
In Barbados, the driest months are from February to April. March is the driest month, recording just 1.4 inches of precipitation. February follows closely with 1.6 inches, and April with 2 inches.
You decide the time that works for you!
You may have already guessed that the best time to visit Barbados really depends on you, who you’re travelling with, how much time you’re planning on spending there, and what you’d like to do while on the island. There is really no bad time to travel to Barbados, so whatever time of year you choose; you’re bound to have an amazing vacation!
Digital Detox Vacation: How To Unplug & Feel Rejuvenated
Once upon a time, vacationers looking for the ultimate holiday would search for resorts based solely on the amenities and services on offer, the location, and in general, how much there was to do in an out of their resort of choice.
Nowadays, one of the first things people consider before checking in is internet connectivity; most of us want to know just how connected the hotel or resort is, and whether that connection is strong or reliable enough for us to remain accessible to the people who need to reach us, and so that we’ll be able to get things done in between.
This quite obviously defeats the purpose of a vacation, which ideally would entail leaving behind all the stresses of life, and of every obligation that is not pressing in the moment. Vacations are meant for relaxing, and disconnecting.
The fact that digital detox holidays have increased in popularity over the years isn’t even surprising, particularly as nearly everyone has at least 2,617 daily tech interactions.
This includes time spent on the phone, watching television, checking the news on whatever device is handy, shifting through email, indulging in YouTube videos, and more.
That is a huge allotment of time… time that can be spent doing so many other things that do not involve fancy devices.
Digital devices can get in the way of us living our most exciting lives, if we let them. We may not explore the world, or even be as present in our own lives as we should be, if we allow ourselves to be completely consumed in technology.
Are you governed by technology?
Perhaps you’re reading this article on your phone right now. That at least shows that you’re somewhat digitally connected, but how much does technology influence the things you do, and the decisions you make?
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This is important to determine the steps you need to take to find the digital detox opportunity that’s right for you.
Technology has often been described as “an extension one’s self”, and all natural, in the sense that it was created by us, with natural resources available to us. The world of 0’s and 1’s helps us to communicate with people across the oceans, navigate geographical areas, and even explore other worldly territories, like explorations of Mars and the moon. The digitization of information represents everything in the digital world and makes it possible for us to freely use all sorts of digital and computerized gadgets and devices.
The downside of technology
The most commonly recognized drawback to digital technology, which admittedly, has added so much to our lives, is that people can become over reliant on it, and even become addicted to the marvel that it offers. This can cause us to withdraw from the real world and focus most of our attention on things solely inside of the technological bubble.
This has led to an increase in reported cases of depression and anxiety disorders across the world, which in some cases is driven by a digital world of comparative living – judging your own life, based on the photos and videos other people post of theirs. This is most common on social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and others – posting platforms engineered to keep you engaged and online for as long as possible. Posts on these sites are often described as “highlight reels”, because they sum up the best portions of a person’s life, and the aspects they’d like the public to see. Rarely are negative moments, or failures spotlighted.
This is the world we live in. So complicated – but it doesn’t have to be.
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The time will come for everyone, when there is a deep longing to disconnect, and a desire to spend some time off-the-grid. When that moment comes, many of us are left wondering how exactly to go about it. Sure, you can just tuck your phone into your dresser drawer, and throw your computer out the window, but chances are, if you choose to do the latter, you will end up in a state of regret, because let’s be real, there will be a time for reconnecting.
If you decide it’s time for a digital detox, in most cases, the people closest to you will understand.
When you finally decide to detox, keep in mind that moderation is key. The goal is to reset your relationship with technology. There’s no need to prove a point. Whether you go about your detox by completely disconnecting, or moderating the time you spend connected, it’s entirely up to you.
What is a digital detox?
A digital detox is a period of time spent “unhooked”, or disconnected from your favorite digital devices. This helps to rid your mind of clutter, and to take a break from a digital world that literally never sleeps. To detox effectively from the digital world, you’ll need to disconnect from pretty much anything that connects to the internet – even watches and exercise trackers!
The good news is that this can be done in moderation – you can choose to go on a social media hiatus, or to swap watching TV reading a book, while setting aside a particular time, maybe 10 minutes in the evening, to check up on things that require the internet. Such as checking out that flight for your detox holiday in a completely internet free zone!
How to tell you need a detox?
You can’t remember the last time you went 48 hours without checking email or Facebook, answering your phone, or engaging in other forms of external media.
You feel the overwhelming need to decompress.
You feel like your love of social media has borderline become an addiction.
Friends or family comment on how much time you spend on your phone or computer.
You instinctively reach for your phone when someone else’s phone rings.
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You lose track of time while mindlessly scrolling through social media.
Your time spent engaged in digital activities is preventing you from getting work done.
You sleep, eat, and use the bathroom with your phone.
You can’t stay off your phone long enough to have meaningful conversations or interactions.
You feel especially anxious if you don’t check your phone or email constantly.
You just need a break.
If you can relate to any of the above, then it may be time to seriously consider a digital detox.
How to do a digital detox
The best way to detox is to get out of the environment in which you feel compelled to indulge in the ever expanding digital world.
Being constantly connected can become an addiction, if you let it. Some studies have shown that just like an addiction, our bodies crave the endorphin and dopamine feedback that comes after post sharing and post reading. An addiction occurs when one has an uncontrollable compulsion to do a thing or habit. It can either be extreme, or mild, and the level determines how best one can deal with it. With digital addictions, sometimes all it takes is the realization that there is so much more to life than being glued to a device!
Did you know? The average Facebook user scrolls through their Facebook newsfeed the equivalent height of the Empire State Building each day?
Below are seven ways to reduce screen time and find your inner serenity through a digital detox:
1. Seek out peace and quiet
It may be easier to have a successful digital detox period if you put yourself in the right environment. This is where the digital detox holiday comes in. You’re unlikely to be tempted to use your device if you choose to unplug at a luxury-included resort like Sandals, because these resorts are all centered around (re)connecting with our loved ones.
Out with the old, and in with the new. Replace those digital cravings with something new and exciting that is highly cathartic, like arts & crafts, journaling, photography, and pretty much anything that you’ve always wanted to do but never quite found the time. Pull out that Bucket List and get moving!
3. Exercise
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The goal of a digital detox is to better your overall health, and exercising is a great way to start. Whether you want to hit the gym for a high intensity work out, or try yoga or meditation exercises, that’s entirely up to you. Yoga is known to improve your mental and physical balance, and help with your breathing. It has also been credited for increased energy levels, and can stimulate proper blood circulation. Popular types of yoga include Pranayama Yoga, Yoga Asana, Vinyassa Flow Yoga and Hatha Yoga.
4. Read
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Plan in advance to ensure you have some interesting reading material, whether books or magazines. Find something that will keep you engrossed, and make it part of your daily routine. There are long-term benefits to reading, as reading before you go to sleep especially, has shown to improve your long and short-term brain health, and memory.
Did you know? When you sleep, your brain initiates the process to store what is in your short-term memory, into your long-term memory?
5. Go outdoors
Maybe it’s been a while, but you’re bound to find something exciting to do outside, whether you choose to go for hikes and long walks or go on a cycling or beach adventure.
Insider Tip: Sandals offers several all-inclusive properties in the Caribbean that will help you get at-one with nature. Our resorts are in some of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean!
6. Lose the phone
Maybe not literally, but consider not bringing it with you if you’re planning a detox holiday. If you can’t afford the kind of anxiety that comes with not having your phone with you when you need it, tuck it away somewhere safe so that only your partner or travel buddy knows where it is. Ask them to only give it to you in the event of an emergency. If you’re both on a detox holiday, you can do the same with their phone. If you must, limit the amount of devices you bring with you on holiday, to one essential item.
It is as simple, and as complicated as that. Be present, and by that we mean, appreciate what is happening in every minute and second of the day. Know that even if you choose to detox for a day or two, or even a week, you’re really not missing out on anything that you can’t catch up with later, if you choose to. Recognize that life is precious, and that we should spend all the time we can, appreciating the people around us and the moments we get to share with them.
Benefits of a digital detox
There are a wide range of things that happen when you let go of compulsion, and make room for things that really matter. Most importantly, you feel free. Some of the reported benefits of a digital detox include decreased stress levels, and an overall boost in gratitude for the simple things in life. Some people experience lower blood pressure and heartrates as a result, as well as better sleep, and focus. Being less consumed with the digital world can also result in more clarity, enhanced vision and creativity. It allows you to decompress, reflect, and positively shift your perspective.
A well-executed digital detox can also get you on the way to a more balanced life, in a more mindful state of awareness. You may find that you’re less tired, and that you no longer feel that you’re suffering from information overload. Overall, your health will improve as your technological dependency drops, and along the way it is very likely that you’ll better understand the implications of being constantly connected, and why this needs to be moderated.
Perhaps the biggest benefit of all is the development of better relationships, in your new mindful state, and improvements in your career, and personal happiness!
Not convinced you need a detox? Consider this…
Half of smartphone users spend between three and seven hours per day on their mobile devices, according to a 2017 global survey by Counterpoint Research, a technology consulting firm. Nonprofit Common Sense Media also reports that based on a separate study they conducted, 69% of parents and 78% of teens checked their devices on the hour, at least. Still more studies have shown that guests on vacation bring along at least three devices, checking their phone almost 80 times a day. Think of how much you’ll be missing out on while on vacation by staying in a restrictive digital bubble…
Of all the quotes of the renowned theoretical physicist Albert Einstein, perhaps this one resonates the most in this amplified digital era: “I fear the day that technology will surpass our human interaction, the world will have a generation of idiots.” If he truly was the author of these words, and considering the times we now live in, perhaps it would be in our best interest to lessen our reliance on technology, and live in the moment the way it’s always been intended. Perhaps too, that transition back to that sense of normalcy, begins with an ultimate getaway, at a resort like Sandals, which to its credit, offers some of the best-all-inclusive packages, with so much to do that you won’t find any reason to watch the clock, or your phone.
See you at your next digital detox vacation?
One of the best places to have a detox vacation is in the Caribbean. The reason for this is that the region offers the best of both worlds in terms of proximity to the US, and a digital detox on Caribbean shores is almost guaranteed to be temptation free, just for the fact that you’ll be so consumed with the beauty of the islands.
Sandals Resorts is a great choice for a digital detox vacation, as the entire Sandals concept focuses on the guest experience, ensuring guests can do as much, or as little as they want to. So, just after you stash your phone away, you and your partner will be able to engage in activities including snorkeling and scuba diving, water sports, or simply just enjoying the seemingly endless list of gourmet restaurants for your dining pleasure.
If you go to the signature Red Lane Spa, book a couple’s massage to release any tensions you might have build up over time. Together, explore Sandals' private offshore islands or book a room with a private swim up pool to really feel like the King and Queen of your castle.
At all Sandals resorts, you’ll be able to eat and drink to your heart’s content, without having to carry around money, tips, or anything at all! You’ll have access to Quiet Zones and you can take in stretching sessions for couples at the Sandals Red Lane Spa Fitness Centers.
With its adults-only resorts that are 100% focused on being present in the moment with your loved one, it would seem that Sandals had the digital detox holiday figured out, long before it was even a thing.
If you decide to go on a digital detox holiday, before you ask for the Wi-Fi password during check in, consider just how much fun you’ll still be able to have in an amazing destination, without it!
Much like Greek mythology’s Helen of Troy, Saint Lucia is breathtakingly beautiful. In both past and present, the island has stolen the hearts of many with merely a first glance. Green, pristine, and bountiful, the island has a history punctuated by a tug of war between the French and British, each vying for commandership of the island’s chief Fort, located at Morne Fortune. Whoever controlled this Fort controlled the island.
Nowadays people speak less of past battles and speak more about how much a now-independent Saint Lucia has grown to become one of the most popular Caribbean destinations in the world. If you’re planning a trip to Saint Lucia it is important to know what to avoid when on Saint Lucian shores, and when to visit for optimal weather.
Saint Lucia has two seasons, wet and dry. The best time to visit Saint Lucia is in the high season, from Mid-December to Mid-April. During this season, you'll experience the most sunshine. If you are looking for a more laid-back vibe, the 'wet' season might be your pick during the months of June to November. Often you'll find accommodation at a lower rate.
Before you click the purchase button for your ticket, read on to find out more!
You’ve made up your mind to visit Saint Lucia, but you’re not quite sure when to go. Keep in mind that when it comes to planning a vacation in Saint Lucia, it’s good to know the high, shoulder, and low seasons, all offering its own benefits.
High season
Mid-December to mid-April marks the high season in Saint Lucia, which means an increased number of visitors, and low flight and accommodation availability. This is also the best time to visit Saint Lucia for a beach vacation.
In Saint Lucia, the months of December, January and February are often cooler than any other time of year, which is great for beach days.
In between the high and low season, travel in the shoulder season has its perks. On the upside, if you decide to travel during the shoulder season, which includes the months of Mid-April to June, chances are you’re going to get the best of both worlds. You’ll find it relatively easy to secure airfare and accommodation as you’ll be traveling at a time with moderate amounts of activity on the island, which also means you won’t have to battle with the crowds! The weather is still great and you will find top accommodation at lower rates.
Low Season in Saint Lucia often corresponds with the wet season, which spans from June to November. Lots of people take advantage of travel in the low season because of the associated discounts and fare cuts. Some resorts offer reduced rates during the low season, which means you can probably book more nights for your trip! The low season is ideal for last minute travel or travelling on a budget.
Insider tip: October to February is the best time for whale watching in Saint Lucia. If you are planning to see some whales and dolphins, but at the same time want to avoid hurricane season, the best time to visit Saint Lucia would be in the months of December, January or February.
Figure 1: Average monthly tourist arrivals in Saint Lucia
Summer versus 'winter' in Saint Lucia
Though there are no real winters in this territory, there is a slight temperature change that is noticeable towards the end of the year, and into the start of a new year. Typically temperatures start cooling down from November and into February with breezier than usual days, and chillier than normal nights.
Insider tip: If you’re visiting during this time be sure to pack some lightweight, warm clothing options that you can wear when heading out at night.
Wet Season
Saint Lucians believe that the island is divinely protected against tropical storms and other weather phenomena, and for good reason. If you head to this island, know that you’re more than likely to run into fair and sunny weather!
The weather in Saint Lucia
The hottest months in Saint Lucia are May through September with 86°F, during the wet season. January and February mark the lowest temperatures annually with 71.6°F.
April and May are the best time for swimming in Saint Lucia, with recorded water temperatures of 82°F. This is when the water is a bit warmer, the beaches are less crowded, but the wet season has yet to start.
Figure 2: Average monthly temperatures in Saint Lucia.
Figure 3: Number of rainy days in Saint Lucia annually.
Figure 4: Average monthly humidity in Saint Lucia
Figure 5: Daylight and sunshine hours and sea temperatures in Saint Lucia
Figure 6: Average monthly windspeed in Saint Lucia
Best time to visit Castries, Saint Lucia
Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia is bustling with activity from Monday to Friday. If you’re travelling via cruise ship, it is possible to make your way off the ship to explore the modest city. A better possibility is to book one of the all-inclusive luxury resorts near Castries.
You’ll find a mixture of regular people and peddlers, the latter of which you can avoid by simply letting them know you’re not interested in whatever it is that they’re selling and move along. In Castries, you can check out the Vendor’s Arcade, the Castries Market, or La Place Carenage, all of which are relatively easy to find. It is possible to take a ferry from the Vendor’s Arcade in Castries across to the nearby Point Seraphine, for more souvenir shopping opportunities. You’ll also find jewelry and other gift shops at Point Seraphine. The best time to explore Castries is from 10 AM, when the streets are less crowded. It’s best to avoid being in Castries after 3 PM when the city is most congested. Sundays are the day with least traffic and people in Castries, so it is best to go then if you want to take your time and explore the city!
Major events in Saint Lucia
There’s a lot going on in Saint Lucia throughout the year, but the Saint Lucia Summer Festival is the biggest event happening on island which includes the St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, Carnival, Roots & Soul, the Food & Rum Festival, and Creole Heritage Month.
Saint Lucia Jazz – Held on May 4-12 at the scenic Pigeon Island National Landmark, Saint Lucia Jazz is one of the oldest festivals in Saint Lucia and features local and international acts, and smooth jazzy beats.
Carnival – Witness color and splendor among the streets of Castries as part of Saint Lucia’s biggest party of the year. There are lots of carnival bands to choose from for this event, which climaxes in July.
Jounen Kweyol – Part of Creole Heritage Month, Jounen Kweyol, or Creole Day in English, is an annual event that pays homage to Saint Lucia’s Creole roots. It is one of the largest events on island, and showcases the best of Saint Lucian food, music, and fashion. This event is usually held at the end of October.
Food & Rum Festival – Lots of food, lots of rum, and most of it made in Saint Lucia. The Food & Rum Festival, held on September 19 – 22, is the perfect opportunity to try various dishes from top chefs in Saint Lucia.
Roots & Soul Festival – The Roots & Soul Festival was created with the intention of adding something fresh and unique to the roster of activities available on island. It is held on August 23-25 and highlights artistes in the reggae, conscious hip-hop, Afro-punk and R&B categories.
Gros Islet Street Party – Held every Friday of the year, the Gros Islet Street party is always a good time. From about 7 p.m. onwards on a Friday evening, the event offers barbequed meats, music and street dancing. A similar event happening on island is Fish Fridays in Anse La Raye.
The Pitons
Towering, magnificent and ever-present, the twin peaks known as the Pitons in Saint Lucia are a World Heritage Site. The two are mountainous volcanic plugs, and one of the peaks, Gros Piton is located near the community of Soufriere, while the smaller of the two, Petit Piton, is in Choiseul. The Pitons are connected by the Piton median ridge. There are several viewing points on the island which offer stunning views of the Pitons. It is also possible to have great sightings of the Pitons by sea.
Insider tip: For incredible photo memories, take up the offer of your Tour Company or resort for a sunset cruise, or boat ride to Soufriere for an unforgettable view of the Pitons.
Lush, green and beautiful!
On the decent into Saint Lucia from the air, and on the drive from Saint Lucia’s main Hewannora airport in the south, the one thing that will hit you right away is how much greenery there is. You’ll be struck by the vibrant plant life, particularly between December and February, when the island is most beautiful! Despite recent property developments and the addition of new hotels and resorts, the island remains as green as ever.
The island of love
Something about Saint Lucia makes it perfect for destination weddings. So much so that the island has received numerous Honeymoon Destination of the Year Awards, as couples flock to the island to exchange their vows. What is clear, is that this island was made for love! People choose St. Lucia because of the endless wedding locations the island offers – from gorgeous beach side venues, to romantic churches and peaceful national parks. Saint Lucia gives couples the opportunity to get away from it all and focus on each other, which is the number one ingredient for building love that lasts!
Insider tip: The best time to come to Saint Lucia for your destination wedding is between the months of November to February when temperatures tend to be milder. Resorts like Sandals Grande Saint Lucian offer amazing honeymoon suites for the most romantic time of your life!
From friendly people and a laid-back lifestyle, to breathtaking natural beauty, there’s a lot to love about Saint Lucia. The island is a perfect choice for a Caribbean escape, and we hope this article helps you figure out the best time to visit Saint Lucia.
Waves rolling across the turquoise ocean, birds gliding in clear blue skies… mega yachts docked in full splendor. These images of paradise might seem like a dream, but in the Bahamas, exceptional, simplicity and good old-fashioned fun are all just a way of life!
You might have heard rave reviews about this part of the globe, but how much do you really know about the Bahamas, and when is the best time to go there?
The best time to visit the Bahamas is during high season, which runs from mid-December to mid-April,. While the beaches are a little more crowded, it’s a great spot for a warm winter getaway. Bahamian summers are generally warm and sometimes rainy, with daytime temperatures reaching about 89.7°F. The low season lasts from June to November.
Read on to find out more about the best time to travel to the Bahamas, and what to expect when you get there!
Located to the East of Florida, the islands of the Bahamas (there are over 700 of them!) have always been promoted as the ultimate vacation destination. This tropical archipelago is blessed with a natural beauty that is almost beyond belief, and coupled with its melting pot of people, features, sights and sounds that are packed with a unique history and culture.
Many of the islands of the Bahamas remain uninhabited. That in no way slows down the flowing traffic of curious tourists – because of its proximity to the United States, these islands have a flow of visitors from the US all year round. Most of these travelers arrive via the Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau) by plane.
Popular island destinations in the Bahamas include New Providence Island (Nassau/Paradise Island), Grand Bahama Island, The Exumas, The Abacos, Eleuthera, Long Island, Harbor Island, and San Salvador Island.
When to go to the Bahamas: Seasonality
There are lots of things you need to keep in mind when planning a Caribbean vacation, and finding the right time to go is one of them. In travel industry terms, the year is made up of three very important seasons which are detailed below. Here are the pros and cons for traveling in each of these seasons:
Peak season: mid-December – mid-April
The islands of the Bahamas are their liveliest between December and April, with lots of festivals, regattas, and other events. This is a great time to travel if you’re vacationing with kids, as there are lots of activities across the islands around this time.
These months are outside of the wet season so you can expect good weather and lots of sunshine.
The months of January and February are great for visiting the Bahamas for people who love the sun, but not extreme heat and humidity. There is also a great balance of heat and cool in March, but keep in mind that the evenings may get Caribbean chilly*, so make sure to pack appropriately if you go then.
Cons
Traveling to the Bahamas between mid-December and mid-April in general tends to be more expensive.
You may find yourself stuck in lines for longer than usual at various attractions, as many people visit at this time.
It may be more difficult to find accommodation, particularly if your heart is set on a specific villa or resort, and not open to exploring alternative places or dates.
"Caribbean chilly"
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Not to be confused with chills in winter-prone areas! On breezier than usual Caribbean nights, light-weight long-sleeved shirts or jeans/pants will do.
Shoulder season: Mid-April – June
Pros
As between April and June see a slightly lower volume of arrivals than the previous, peak season, these shoulder season months can be a great time to explore the best of the Bahamas in a more peaceful setting.
Flight prices tend to be moderate to low in cost, so this is a great time to travel if you're on a budget.
There are lots of Spring Break-related activities that happen on the islands so there’s no short supply of things to do.
If you’re into snorkeling or scuba diving, this is an ideal time to visit the islands as the warmer than usual waters attract various species of sea life, which you might not see at other times of year.
Cons
The Bahamas is party-central during spring break, so if you’re looking for a completely Zen vacation or a romantic getaway, this might not be the best time to visit. Good to know: Sandals resorts in the Bahamas are for couples only, so nothing will stand in the way of undisturbed romance!
The wet season in the Caribbean begins in June so you might experience some rain here and there. Still a good time for a relaxing beach vacation though!
Low season: August – November
Pros
The best flight deals tend to be in the low season, so if you’re on a budget, this is the ideal time to travel.
Resorts and hotels also tend to offer great deals for staying between August and November. That luxurious Butler suite that you’ve always dreamed of, might all of a sudden be within your price range!
The island is less crowded, which is great if you desire a more personalized experience. Plus, you won‘t have any trouble finding a good spot at the beach or the pool!
Cons
As this is the off-season there’s less happening, so if you are looking for a party or plenty of events, you’ll be better to visit the Bahamas during peak season.
These months are smack in the middle of the wet season so you’re more likely to run into some rainfall. There are still plenty of beach days though!
The weather in the Bahamas
The dry season spans from November to June, with the wet season starting in July and ending in December. If you’re going to the Bahamas during the wet season, expect to see an increase in rainfall - but still plenty of beach days. The ocean water tends to be warmer at this time, which makes it a great time for snorkeling.
Though this Caribbean territory does not experience winter, months like January tend to be cooler than most with lows of 63°F at night. Highs in January are typically around 79°F during the day.
Make the most of ‘Sunshine’ hours in the Bahamas
In the Bahamas, the sunniest month is April, which sees an average 9.2 daily hours of sunshine. The least sunny month is December, with a recorded 6.9 hours of sunshine per day. You can still expect great beach weather in December, it just gets light a bit later and dark a little earlier.
When reading this graph, keep in mind the dry season spans from December to June, while the wet season starts in July and ends in December.
Major events in the Bahamas
Now that you’re well versed with Bahamian weather, we’re on to the fun part. Bahamians love to share their very mixed culture, and for this reason, there is a wide range of activities which happen in the islands throughout the year. Here are some of the most popular events which may help you decide on the best time to visit:
Junkanoo
This Mardi-Gras-style festival is usually held on Christmas Night into the early hours of Boxing Day (the day after), with a second round held on New Year’s Eve into New Year’s Day.
Junkanoo is a big national pride event where local groups compete for boasting rights. If you win both days it is a big deal for the group (in terms of pride and bragging rights).
Farmer’s Cay Festival
An annual festival is held every February in the Exumas for yachtsmen and is a homecoming for the people of Farmer’s Cay.
Bacardi Billfish Tournament
The Bacardi Billfish Tournament is a weeklong tournament in March for avid deep-sea fishers!
Bahamas Family Island Regatta
This event held in George Town in April, in the Exumas, features boat races and lots of onshore activities.
Bahamas Billfish Championship
Split into four different venues and times, this fishing tournament series happens between April and June.
Eleuthera Pineapple Festival
Pineapples, a parade, arts & crafts… what more do you need? This event happens in the first week of June.
Independence Week
Parades, fireworks, and lots of entertainment to celebrate the independence of the Bahamas. This takes place on July 10, with different events throughout the islands.
Great Bahamas Seafood and Heritage Festival
Authentic Bahamian seafood is on display at this festival held in October.
Annual One Bahamas Music & Heritage Festival
Three-day celebration at Nassau and Paradise Island in the last week of November. Lots of live performances!
These are just some of the events - there are loads of other regattas and festivals happening on the islands throughout the year. If you’re visiting the Bahamas, you’re bound to find something to do!
Featured activity: Swimming with the pigs!
One of the most interesting things to do in the Exumas, which has gained popularity over the years, is swimming with the pigs that live there.
The most adorable pigs and piglets swim out to your boat to greet you on arrival to a tropical paradise. This is a must-do activity particularly if you’re traveling with kids!
Keep in mind that seasonality is something to consider when planning the ultimate Caribbean vacation in the beautiful islands of the Bahamas. Luckily, when traveling to the Bahamas, the odds are in your favor for some fun in the sun. Hopefully, with these tips, you’ll be better prepared for your Caribbean beach vacation.
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The Best Time To Visit Antigua: The Complete Guide
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Before visiting any country, it can be helpful to figure out what the best time to visit is. This differs from person to person, based on individual interests. Knowing what the weather is like, the peak times for crowds, or the dates of popular events, are all things that may help make your jet setting decision easier. Selecting a time to travel to Antigua is no different.
The best time to visit Antigua is between mid-December and mid-April when it's peak season, making it the perfect destination to escape wintery conditions in the US or Europe. A good secondary option is to go to Antigua in May or June. This is the period right after peak season and just before the wet season from July to November. The temperature is usually in the mid-80s.
Though there is less rain between mid-December and mid-April, make sure to book well in advance. Resorts tend to be fully booked at that time. If you choose to travel near the end of July, you’ll also find yourself in Antigua smack in the middle of carnival. Visitors often have a better experience finding availability in May and June, right in between those periods.
Antigua and Barbuda are a pair of islands in an area known as the Leeward Islands, where the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea meet. Some people know the island of Antigua by the name Wadadli, as it was once called by native inhabitants, who settled on the island before colonization. Antigua is a small island of roughly 108 square miles. It’s sister island, Barbuda, is only 68 square miles, and is a small coral island which is bordered by both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. However, since 2017, Barbuda has become relatively uninhabited due to a tropical storm.
Interesting facts about Antigua
Don’t let the mention of tropical storms scare you away from Antigua. It’s interesting to note that Antigua is actually one of the warmest Caribbean islands, being only 17 degrees north of the equator. Its constant tropical temperatures are perfect if you’re looking to escape the long winter months. During the winter months, when cold air from the north blows down to the Caribbean, the temperatures in Antigua still peak around the mid-70’s (Fahrenheit). In the summer months, it climbs to the 80’s.
Antigua has tons of unique natural features like the Devil’s Bridge, which is a natural arch into the sea, as well as old plantations, sugar mills, rainforests and the popular Nelson’s Dockyard. If you’re traveling to Antigua from the United States, or if you’re someone who just loved former president Barack Obama, you might be fascinated to know that in 2009, Antigua renamed its highest peak - once known as Boggy Peak - to Mount Obama.
Apart from lots of high-end duty-free shopping, many people may not know that gambling is legal in Antigua and has been for many decades (unlike some other Caribbean islands). Visitors to the island can feel free to pop into any of the island’s casinos or sports betting locations.
365 Beaches!
Perhaps the most interesting fact about Antigua is that there are actually 365 beaches on the island - all with pristine pink and white sand. The island is known around the rest of the Caribbean for having one beach for every day of the year. Set apart from other islands in the region which are mainly volcanic, Antigua is largely a coral island, and so the pink and white sandy beaches can be spotted from miles away. Most of the 365 beaches are located along the side of the island where the gentle waves of the Caribbean Sea brush along the shore – which means the waters are calm all year round. The island is also surrounded by coral reefs which add to the beauty of its beaches.
Still skeptical?
If you need a little more convincing, keep in mind that tons of writers, fashion designers, celebrities (including popular actors) and several famous cricketers (Antiguans love cricket) have either built permanent or vacation homes in Antigua. Some of the more popular names include Giorgio Armani, Richard Branson, Oprah Winfrey and Jamaica Kincaid.
Ready, set, pack!
Now that your mind is made up about visiting Antigua, the next step is to find out the best time to visit Antigua, based on your preferences. Do you base your travels on the weather, high or low seasons, or events? Do you like Caribbean Carnival, or are you a sailor who dreams of taking part in the highly rated Antigua Sailing Week? Or do you just want to forget it all, and bask in the island’s warmth on an Antiguan beachside? Whatever your preference, it is worth noting the kind of climate you can expect during your visit.
Antigua, like the rest of the Caribbean islands, is located in the tropics. This means that Antigua enjoys hot weather all year round, and temperatures less than the mid-70’s are rare. While sunshine is the norm, it does rain in Antigua. The island’s climate is classed as tropical-marine and this means that Antigua has distinct wet and dry periods.
The wet season
Across the Caribbean, the wet season begins in June and ends in November every year. This is typically during the summer and fall months. The season is categorized by a slight increase in rainfall, and occasionally, tropical storms. It’s understandable that you may be uneasy about traveling to Antigua during the rainy season, but the chances of you being caught up in bad weather are very slim. In fact, if you plan a two week vacation to Antigua, it might only rain once during your whole trip. Luxury accommodation is often available at a lower rate during this period and you'll find less crowds on the beaches and around the swimming pools.
The dry season
The dry season runs from December to May - or the winter and spring months. If you want to escape winter, this would be the best time, as the weather is usually warmer and the chance of rain is less likely. The weather is always exceptionally pleasant during this season, and the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea are even calmer. Expect more crowds in the dry season, which is perfect if you are looking for a party!
There really isn’t a bad time to visit Antigua based on the weather. However, if you’re not willing to brave a few days of moderate rain, or if you're looking for a lively vibe, you may want to avoid the low season. If your dream is to catch a tan on one of the 365 beaches, the dry season from December to May is your best bet – although the beaches might be a bit more crowded than usual.
Insider Tip: If you’re looking to catch the island at its most lush and green period, travel between the months of December and January. The weather also tends to be more moderate, with cooler breezes, around this time!
Peak season vs Low season
Antigua’s population as of 2011 is 80,161, and in 2017, the island saw a total of 247,000 tourists, so chances are, you’ll find slightly more crowded beaches during peak season. Here are important periods to note if you prefer a more intimate island experience.
Peak Season
The peak tourism season in Antigua runs from mid-December to mid-April. Although only five months long, there are several activities that attract travelers to the island at that time. Not only will visitors be looking to escape cold US winters, but the Antigua Charter Yacht Show is held in December which means that sailors from across the seas will be descending upon the island. Additionally, the Antigua and Barbuda International Kite Festival takes place from late March through early April. Kite flying is still a big part of Antiguan culture, specifically during Easter.
Shoulder Season
Since it’s neither quite the high nor low season, the months of May through June are referred to as the shoulder season. These spring months still attract relatively large crowds since the Antigua Sailing Week begins in late April and carries through to early May.
Low Season
If you’re looking to avoid crowds and want to find your perfect spot on one of Antigua’s 365 beaches, the best advice is to visit the island any time from July to November. The only major activity happening during this period is Carnival, from July to August. Tourism arrivals dip in again at the end of August so this may be the best time to avoid crowds and feel like you’re just another Antiguan and not get caught up in the hustle and bustle. Less people means that finding the perfect accommodation should be relatively easy and available at a lower rate!
Events in Antigua
Antigua’s calendar of events is always jam-packed with traditional festivals, and those with a more modern twist. Let’s look at some of these festivals which may influence the dates of your next flight to Antigua.
Super Yacht Challenge
January 31 to February 3
2019 saw the ninth edition of this race, which took the form of a series of five races over four days. The challenge took place along Antigua’s south coast.
Jolly Harbor Yacht Club’s Valentine’s Regatta
February 14 to February 16
One of the more exciting events on Antigua’s sailing calendar, the Valentine’s Regatta features exciting races and live bands. The event will next be held over February 14th - 16th, 2020.
The Rohrman Triathlon
March 9
This sporting event is the largest of its kind in Antigua. It is open to children as young as 6 years old, and is held in honor of triathlon athlete Jonathan Rohr.
Antigua and Barbuda International Kite Festival
April 22
This festival is held at Devil’s Bridge and is a gathering of hundreds of kite enthusiasts and their bright homemade kites.
Antigua Sailing Week
April 27 to May 3
Set in the Nelson’s Dockyard, this world-renowned regatta attracts over 100 yachts from local, regional and international crews.
Run in Paradise
May 26
This half-marathon attracts runners from all over the world and follows a course through some of Antigua’s beautiful and historical locations.
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Dates TBA
Mangoes in every possible way - and not just food! This event is organized by Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministries of Agriculture and Tourism. The mango festival is held at Antigua’s Botanical Gardens.
Antigua Summer Carnival
July 26 to August 6
10 days’ worth of events for Antigua Carnival includes pageants, concerts and streets fairs meant to celebrate the abolition of slavery. The festivities end on the first Monday and Tuesday of August (which are observed as National Holidays) with J’ouvert along the city streets and then Carnival City.
Street vendors in Antigua are encouraged to set up shop with local treats at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium for the annual Food Fair. November 1st is also Antigua’s Independence Anniversary.
Jolly Harbor Yacht Club’s Annual Regatta
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This is a regular on the calendar of events and features a number of boats with both experienced and amateur crews. The regatta is a day of water-based activities for both members and non-members.
Gemonite Moods of Pan Festival
Dates TBA
A staple for steelpan lovers, this festival features the best steelpan musicians and international acts. There is also a competition aspect.
Looking for romance?
Antigua is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean, and the infusion of simplicity and beauty make it one of the most romantic places in the world. If you’re planning a dream destination wedding, or looking for an exotic honeymoon getaway, Antigua may just be your go-to destination. Wedding and honeymoon packages available at all-inclusive properties like Sandals Grande Antigua are definitely worth exploring.
Insider tip:Sandals Grande Antigua has been voted the “World's Most Romantic Resort” for multiple years in a row!
Repeat visits likely…
Antigua is such a perfect Caribbean island, that it offers the best of both worlds – a tropical paradise, and the pinnacle of convenience. This is the island where there are activities year-round, and serene locations abound, making Antigua one of the top choices for an unforgettable Caribbean vacation.
The Caribbean island of Jamaica is known for its colorful culture and long list of traditions. If you’re booking a last-minute vacation or looking far into the future, it's time to add Jamaica to your list.
And if you're already going there, you’ll definitely want to read up on Jamaican culture, from the music that makes the perfect beach playlist, to the food that you’ll love sampling while you’re there, like jerk chicken and other Caribbean recipes.
In Jamaica, there’s a rich culture waiting to be explored, so check out our guide to the best things about Jamaican culture to ensure you don’t miss a thing!
Top elements of Jamaican culture
1. The language of Jamaica
When it comes to discovering facts about Jamaican culture, language is the first thing you might ask about.
Jamaican language is a wonderful manifestation of the melting pot of cultures that make up this island’s populace. The official language of the island is English, so you’ll have no problems communicating with local people, if that's your native language. However, Jamaican residents have a distinctive linguistic style that you’ll likely have heard before.
The local dialect combines elements of other languages, from Spanish and African dialects, to Irish, British and American phrases. If you're looking to get some more intimate knowledge of how people in Jamaica speak, check out this list of common Jamaican sayings and phrases.
Some elements of the Jamaican language can be traced back to the island’s past in slavery, where African languages mixed with the native language of slave owners.
2. Jamaican Cuisine
The cuisine of Jamaica is now well known throughout the world, and there’s a good reason why. It’s absolutely delicious! Jamaican cuisine focuses on huge flavors, with plenty of Caribbean spices that really pack a punch.
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One of the most famous dishes in Jamaica is Jerk Chicken, a fiery chicken dish that combines the heat of scotch bonnet peppers with other spices like thyme, pepper, cinnamon, cloves and allspice. Another popular dish to try while you’re in Jamaica might require a bit of courage, but if you want authentic cuisine you’ve got to sample the local Goat’s Head Soup, and the Cow Foot Stew.
Don’t be put off by their names. These dishes really are tasty!
3. Traditional Jamaican clothing
When you travel around Jamaica, you might notice people adorned in the bright, bold traditional clothing that the country is known for. Traditional Jamaican clothing is made of calico cloth, with dresses handmade in amazing bright prints that definitely draw the eye. The traditional outfits are often completed with a head scarf, wrapping up the wearer’s hair.
In addition to traditional Jamaican dresses, you’ll also notice plenty of eye-catching Rastafarian clothing in Jamaica. Rastafarian clothing is often made of red, green and gold fabrics, inspired by the three colors that make up the Ethiopian flag.
These items of clothing are always natural, as their being made from natural fibers is incredibly important to Rastafarians. The Rastafarian outfit is also completed with a hat, which the wearer will use to contain their dreadlocks. The traditional Rastafarian hat is known as a “tam”.
4. Religion in Jamaica
Religion goes hand in hand with Jamaican family culture, and you’ll notice as you travel around the island that there are churches almost everywhere you look. In fact, there are more churches per square mile in Jamaica than just about anywhere else in the world!
Jamaica is a mainly Christian nation, and you’ll find that the vast majority of locals are deeply religious and attend church on Sunday with the whole family. This weekly celebration is really a sight to behold, so if you’re able to attend a local church service, you should try to do so.
In Jamaica, there are a wide range of different types of Christianity being practiced. As well as Anglicans, Catholics and Baptists, you’ll find Presbyterians, Methodists and Seventh Day Adventists. Not only that, Jamaica is also home to many communities of Jews, Muslims, Hindus and of course Rastafarians.
5. Jamaican culture and people
In Jamaica, there are many different beliefs and customs that you might not find anywhere else in the world. These are the cultural beliefs that make Jamaica the nation that it is, and they’re incredibly important to local people.
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Specific examples of Jamaican beliefs include the local practice of burying newborns’ umbilical cords beneath trees, which is said to give the infant a permanent connection with their homeland.
Like many of the world’s communities, Jamaicans also practice traditional funeral ceremonies which are distinctive to their culture. For example, Jamaican people gather at the home of the deceased person for eight nights following their passing.
During these eight nights the friends and family of the deceased will celebrate their life, drinking and dancing all night long. On the ninth night, they sing farewell songs to the deceased person, and rearrange the furnishings. The idea of this is that the house will look different to the person who has passed, so their spirit won’t return. The friends and family then serve a meal to the deceased person, placing it under the silk-cotton tree, where Jamaicans believe that spirits dwell.
Marriage culture in Jamaica is a massive celebration, with Jamaicans pulling out all the stops to send the newlyweds on their way to a wonderful life together. Wedding parties are huge, and if you’re lucky enough to be invited to one we guarantee you’ll have an amazing day!
This is the place to see Jamaican dance, and when you do we bet you won’t be able to resist hitting the dance floor with them. Like Western marriage celebrations, the cutting of the cake is an important part, and signifies the closing of the wedding party.
Visit Jamaica Ready To Embrace Culture
If you’re headed to Jamaica in the near future, we hope you’ve found our guide to Jamaican travel and culture useful. Jamaica is such a vibrant and exciting island, with so much to experience. We bet you’ll love seeing the traditions of the Jamaican people and culture firsthand. Prepare to make some amazing memories.
7 Luxury Resort Amenities You Shouldn't Go Without
Forget squashed chocolates on your pillow. Forget instant coffee at your bedside. These days resorts and hotels are upping the stakes when it comes to accommodating their guests.
Luxury means something different now. The best suites in the world come complete with jaw-dropping amenities, from private plunge pools to personal butler service. So, if you want to embrace the peak of luxury on your next all-inclusive vacation, check out some of the most exciting and exclusive resort amenities that you won’t want to go without.
1. A Pool in the Sky
Nothing says luxury quite like a private pool that’s just for you. Enjoy the ultimate in peace and tranquility as you relax poolside, on the terrace of your own suite. Private plunge pools are available in Sandals Signature Suites, including the Regency La Toc, Grande St Lucian, Grande Antigua, Royal Barbados and more.
For the epitome of luxury when it comes to private pools, check out some of the Sandals Signature Suites featuring infinity-edge pools. Blurring the lines between crystal-clear oceans and the bright blue sky, these infinity pools really are a sight to behold. Find the suite pictured above in our SkyPool Suites at Sandals Grenada.
2. The Ultimate Bathtub For Two
Those planning a romantic getaway for an anniversary or honeymoon shouldn’t miss out on the ultimate bathtub, also known as our tranquility soaking tub. These tubs are situated on the terraces of some of our most exclusive suites, offering room for two to enjoy the pinnacle of relaxation.
Feast your senses as you enjoy breathtaking views while you sip champagne and soak in the tub, or close the privacy curtain for some time alone. It really is an experience like no other. Sandals Tranquility Tubs in the Sandals Signature Skypool suites as well.
3. See‐Through Glass Floors for Ocean Viewing
Overwater suites are often associated with exotic locations such as the Maldives, but now you can find them in the Caribbean too. The first overwater suites in the Caribbean are available at Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals South Coast and Sandals Grande St. Lucian. Not only do these suites offer something truly special when it comes to luxurious accommodations, they also come with one hugely exciting extra: see-through glass floors!
Gaze through the floors at the wonderful marine life and turquoise waters beneath you as you unwind in your unforgettable overwater suite. We guarantee it’ll make for a vacation you’ll never forget!
4. Over Water Hammocks
Nothing says relaxation quite like a hammock, and that’s why they’ve made their way onto our definitive list of luxury resort amenities. However, we’re not talking about ordinary hammocks here. At the most incredible resorts in the Caribbean, you can unwind in overwater hammocks, surrounded by crystal clear oceans.
Why not have a rum runner from your personal butler to enjoy as you relax away a lazy afternoon? It doesn’t get much more decadent than that. With our Signature Suites you can do exactly that.
5. Private Butler Service
The very best luxury resorts in the Caribbean pride themselves on their personal service, catering to their guests every whim, from serving ice cold drinks on the beach to making dinner reservations and booking pamper sessions at the Red Lane® Spa.
If you’re looking to take your next vacation up a notch, a private butler service could be just the thing you’re after.
Many of Sandals’ Caribbean resorts offer guests private butler service, so if you’d like to enjoy the ultimate in luxury why not book your next vacation at Sandals Resort?
6. Spectacular Beachfront Views
When you travel to a destination as beautiful as the Caribbean, we bet you’ll want to enjoy epic views of the world’s most impressive beaches, all day long. Views of the white sand beaches of the Caribbean come as standard at many of the region’s most luxurious resorts, and they don’t get much better than those offered at Sandals Signature Suites.
Guests of Sandals’ Millionaire Suites enjoy 180-degree beachfront views, as the suites are located at the summit of the resorts. So, whether you opt for a trip to Sandals Royal Barbados, Sandals Regency La Toc or Sandals Negril in Jamaica, you’ll enjoy jaw-dropping scenery from your own private terrace.
7. Swim-Up Suites
While having your own private pool is certainly luxurious, you might prefer instant access to your chosen resort’s pool - right from your terrace. Some of the finest resorts in the Caribbean offer guests the chance to swim right up to their suite, which certainly makes for an incredible vacation experience.
If a swim-up suite sounds right up your street, take a look at the Swim-Up Suites available across many Sandals Resorts.
How Do These Luxury Amenities Sounds To You?
With swim-up suites, private butler service, private infinity pools, see-through glass floors, romantic outdoor tranquility tubs, overwater hammocks and so much more to choose from, guests really are spoilt for choice when it comes to the most luxurious resort amenities on offer right now.
Sandals Signature Suites offer guests the pinnacle of luxury at several Caribbean locations. No matter which option you go for, one thing’s for certain: you won’t forget this vacation any time soon!
Staying fit while on vacation is easier than it sounds. It’s just a case of planning ahead.
To stay fit on vacation, you need to focus on two things: diet and exercise.
Now, that doesn’t mean you’re going to miss out on indulgent local cuisine or relaxing days at the beach. It’s just a case of moderation. You can experience exciting meals and eat healthy on vacation at once, if you have a plan and stick to it.
If you’re worried about ruining all your hard work at the gym with a blowout vacation to an all-inclusive resort or even your local beach town, don’t fret. Just follow our simple tips and you can easily stay fit and have a blast while you’re on vacation.
This is how to stay fit & eat healthy on vacation:
Abs are Made in the Kitchen
You might have heard this famous saying.
Well, it’s no understatement. The most important thing you’ll need to think about if you’re hoping to stay fit while on vacation isn’t exercise - it’s food.
So, the key to staying fit on vacation is what you eat. But don’t feel disheartened and start thinking you’ll miss out on meals. In fact, quite the opposite is true.
Eating healthy on vacation can actually open you up to discovered brand new, delicious flavors you might never have experienced otherwise. For example, if you head to the Caribbean, you can try a local jerk chicken recipe or something even more adventurous, like iguana meat.
Eating healthy on vacation shouldn’t be a chore. In fact, when you visit the tropics, some of the most exciting authentic cuisine also happens to be really good for you. Make sure you ask local people about their favorite island-grown fruits and vegetables - we bet you’ll discover something new and tasty.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
If you’re off to an exotic destination it’s important to remain hydrated, even if fitness isn’t at the top of your agenda. If staying fit on vacation is important to you, drinking enough water should definitely be a focus.
Water is an absolute lifesaver when it comes to keeping healthy, as it can really make the difference between you keeping trim at the beach and piling on the pounds in the rum shack.
The act of traveling itself can leave you dehydrated. Have you noticed that your skin always feels dry and chapped after a long flight? That’s the dehydration at work before you’ve even arrived at your vacation destination. And you can bet a day at the beach won’t improve matters much.
Put water at the forefront of your mind and make sure you’re drinking adequate amounts all day long. That doesn’t mean you have to forgo the rum runners and strawberry daiquiris - it just means you might want to consider how much alcohol you’re drinking, so you can stay in control of your hydration.
Working on your water consumption has another big benefit, too. You won’t be blighted by a horrible vacation hangover.
Hit The Gym
Almost all hotels and resorts now come complete with their own fitness centers, many of which boast some very impressive equipment. Before you travel, find out whether your chosen resort has a gym and if so, you can also ask if it has the fitness machines you’d like to work out on.
When you arrive, a quick gym session is the perfect way to refresh and reset after a long journey. Not only will working out give you heaps of more energy, it’s also a great way to beat the fatigue of jet lag. And burning those extra calories will mean you’re free to indulge in a few more treats at dinner later on.
Try Water Sports
There are more ways to stay fit on vacation than by slogging it out at the gym. If you’re not a gym fan, why not try some more unusual sports? Water sports are a great way to stay fit while on vacation. Even if you’re a total novice, you can try your hand at all manner of different sports, from water skiing and surfing to kayaking and snorkeling.
Water sports are a great way to torch hundreds of calories, have fun, catch some rays and really make the most of your time on the beach.
Don’t be afraid to try something new - it could be the start of your new fitness fix.
Prep Like a Boss
If you’re not sure how to eat healthy on vacation, we’ve got one tip for you: be prepared. This goes for all healthy eating plans, but on vacation it’s even more important.
If you find yourself out and about and hunger strikes, you’ll likely be tempted to reach for the nearest snack, without really thinking about what that food contains. Instead, it’s much better to pack your own healthy snacks for the day. That way, you’ll never be tempted to derail your diet just because you’re famished.
Most resorts will be able to prepare healthy lunches for you if you notify them in advance. Just let your reception staff know of your plans and make them aware of your nutrition requirements, and you’ll be able to pick up a box of fresh, healthy treats to enjoy as you explore the tropics. This is a great option for those booking last-minute vacations.
How do you stay fit and eat healthy on vacation?
So, now that you know all there is to know about staying fit while on vacation, is it time to start thinking about your next adventure?
Whether you want to spend a week learning how to scuba dive in Barbados, you’re off surfing in Grenada or you’re planning an epic trek through the jungles of Martinique, there’s never been a better way to stay fit and have the time of your life while you’re at it.
We want to know your tips and tricks for staying in shape during vacation. Please use the comments section to discuss!
With staggering wall dives, tunnels, sunken ships, caverns, miles of coral reef, crystal-clear waters, and close encounters with reef sharks, scuba diving in the Bahamas is an absolute thrill.
Vacationers travel to these islands and their all-inclusive resorts to experience the rich marine environment and an almost endless range of scuba diving possibilities. The Bahamas provide vacationers with a well-developed scuba dive infrastructure that makes the islands among the world’s top destinations for scuba diving. With over seven hundred islands, there’s so much to explore in the Bahamas, whether you’re looking to do some advanced wreck diving or simply take basic scuba diving lessons.
The Bahamas are situated where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean (on the Western side) meet. The islands experience a subtropical climate, which makes diving in the Bahamas a unique experience.
Whether you’re diving off Grand Bahama Island, exploring the pristine reefs of the Abacos, enjoying the warm waters of Bimini, or trying out the waters off New Providence, the dive conditions in the Bahamas are impressive throughout the year. And, each diving destination has its own set of unique challenges.
There's an added bonus to scuba diving in the Bahamas. If you're wiped out afterwards, you can always relax in the sand of a tropical beach. It really doesn't get much better than that.
These are the Best Dive Sites in The Bahamas:
Tiger Beach, Grand Bahama
The Grand Bahama Island is not only one of the scuba diving destinations in the Bahamas - it's one of the best in the world.
Located toward the northwestern tip of the Bahamian chain, this island gives Bahamas divers an opportunity to see dolphins and explore shallow wrecks.
One of the best dive sites for shark diving on the Bahamas is at Tiger beach on Grand Bahama. Vacationers often come here to explore what’s referred to as “a cafeteria for tiger sharks.”
Dozens of tiger sharks and other Caribbean reef sharks come to this beach to dine with dive masters. Visitors can take a 25-mile boat journey (about an hour) off Grand Bahama to get to the Tiger Beach. It sounds scary, but it's really thrilling. You won't be disappointed.
Runway Wall, Nassau
New Providence is also among the world’s top diving destinations. New Providence is at times referred to as Nassau and is known for its dramatic walls, blue holes, healthy coral reefs, historical wrecks, caves, and thrilling shark dives.
No Nassau diving experience is complete without a swimming session with Caribbean reef sharks in the clear waters before having a shark feeding dive experience. You can’t miss out on this incredible shark encounter at the Runway Wall. There's No need to worry about your certification level since the dive site is only 12 meters (forty feet) of water.
Current Cut, North Eleuthera Island
Current cut is situated between the Current Island and North Eleuthera Island and is often referred to as the Bahamas’ Best Drift. Vacationers make their way here to explore the rich marine environment and Bahamian reefs while being washed by river-like currents created as a result of tidal changes.
The narrow gap between the two islands has a maximum depth of 18 meters (60 feet) and gives divers and snorkelers alike the chance to be washed away without using any energy. Some of the marine life divers are likely to see include squadrons of barracuda, eagle rays, sharks, and more.
The Washing Machine, Exuma Cays
With 350 cays, the Exumas is of the most beautiful groups of islands in the Bahamas. A major attraction in the Bahamas, the National Trust’s Land and Sea Park is a preserve that attracts divers to its spectacular reefs and sea gardens. Outside this natural preserve, north of the Exuma Cays lies the Washing Machine, a dive site that allows divers to be washed down an insistent current before they are picked up and propelled through a narrow cut in the reef.
That explains why the drift dive is referred to as the “Washing Machine.” Come here and ride through this fun drift dive, gliding peacefully over a beautiful and colorful reef before ascending to safety. The current releases you at around 15 meters (50 feet).
Over the Wall, Andros
Diving in the Bahamas can’t be complete without spending some time exploring the inland blue holes and enjoying the abundance of ocean that’s found on Andros. If you’re a tech and night diving enthusiast, one of the dive sites you must visit is Over the Wall on Andros Island.
Of course, less advanced divers can still have a fantastic and exciting day dive. But those looking to experience a real magic dive in the dark of night should go for it here. The waters have a high concentration of plankton, which provides divers with a spectacular nightly spectacle that one can’t forget. The island drops out to about 1,820 meters (5971 feet) to the tongue of the sea. It’s recommended to switch off your scuba dive lights as soon as you’re at 20 meters (65 feet).
Victory Reef, Bimini
The Gulf Stream serves as a highway for hammerhead sharks, especially from October to mid-March. You’ll find these beautiful sea creatures in the underwater environment between the North and South Bimini islands during this period as this is their pit stop.
The fact that Bimini islands are situated on the edge of the Gulf Stream means divers can have a fantastic experience kneeling on the sandy bottom and watch shark feeders lure the hammerheads. Victory Reef is a dive site south of Bimini, and its appropriate for divers of different experience levels. The reef line has several dive spots ranging from 9 meters (30 feet) to 24 meters (80 feet).
Find The Best Dive Sites in The Bahamas
Your adventure can begin as soon as you want it to. Diving is an inclusion at Sandals resorts, and experiences await for every diver, from beginner to expert.
The Caribbean is a destination that shouldn't be left off of anyone’s travel bucket list. With spectacular white sand beaches, blue seas, beautiful scenery, and lots of things to do in the sun, the Caribbean is a must-visit destination.
If you're planning an all-inclusive vacation, two places you want to include on your travel list are the twin islands of Antigua and Barbuda.
Anyone who perks up at the phrase “tropical paradise” should visit Antigua and explore its 365 beautiful beaches. That's one beach to explore for every day of the year.
Antigua provides vacationers with a simple escape, a destination that gently nudges visitors to swim, relax, and explore the great outdoors under the sun throughout the day. There’s no shortage of things to do and other attractions on the island of Antigua.
Here are top five reasons why you should consider a visit to Antigua:
1. It’s a tropical paradise
While the claim of a beach for every day of the year might not be the absolute truth, you can expect to find some of the best beaches in the Caribbean and around the world in Antigua.
If you want to spend time in the sun, you’ll certainly have plenty of options to choose from as far as beaches are concerned. Nearly all the beaches here are open to the public and it won’t be hard to find ten or more that are your favorites.
Whether you’re looking to try water sports, simply swim, or surf in the crystal clear waters of this tropical paradise, you can have it all. Don’t leave before you explored the beautiful turquoise waters of Antigua during your vacation. Looking to get married? A destination wedding in Antigua is second to none!
2. Antigua is home to incredible seafood
If you want to have a taste of snapper, grouper, wahoo, rock lobster, mackerel, and more, Antigua is the perfect Caribbean destination to visit.
You won’t miss regional classics such as conch and lobster on the menu here. The location of Antigua, surrounded by the water, means that visitors can always find incredibly fresh seafood on the island.
Antigua will offer you some of the most delicious seafood you’ve ever tasted. If you're eating authentic local cuisine, the seafood will often be served in a spicy, tasty mess of peppers, garlic, thyme, and onions. If you're a foodie or someone who just likes to try new flavors, this is another great reason visit Antigua for vacation.
3. The weather alone is enough
Unlike most of the destinations in the tropics, this tropical island has relatively low humidity, which means vacationers find Antigua weather slightly more enjoyable than many other nearby destinations.
The fact that the island lies close to the equator means that it hardly experiences seasonal variations. With average temperatures in the low to mid-80s (Fahrenheit) year round, the island offers a great destination where you can relax on the beaches, sail around, and enjoy the laid-back Caribbean lifestyle whenever you visit.
With low average rainfall and relatively lower humidity levels, Antigua weather and climate is one of the most envied, and even admired, in the Caribbean.
4. You can sail around Antigua in a day
With a circumference of about 55 miles, and multitple natural anchorages along the way, Antigua is one of those places you can sail around in a day.
A great way to sail around the island would be taking boat tours so you can explore the spectacular landscape and other attractions here. Antigua is located towards the eastern part of the Caribbean and is a major sailing center. In fact, if you're staying at Sandals Grand Antigua, there are plenty of opportunities for boat tours.
You might want to participate in the Antigua’s world-famous sailing week as well. In addition to sailing, Antigua has numerous sights to see and water sports you can enjoy, if you're willing to adventure a bit.
5. Explore Antigua’s historic preservation
Some of the best examples of historic preservation in the entire Caribbean region can be found in Antigua. If you’re a history-enthusiast, your vacation will be incomplete if you leave before exploring the historical side of things in this tropical paradise.
Start with Nelson’s Dockyard, a historical site that will take you back to Antigua’s naval past. Other historic sites on the island include St. John’s Cathedral, Gunthorpes Sugar Factory, Montpelier Sugar Factory, Shirley Heights, Monk’s Hill, Fort James, Fort Barrington, and more.
Are you ready to visit Antigua?
If you’re looking for a year-round holiday destination in the Caribbean, Antigua should be one of your top choices.
As mentioned before, the Antigua weather is something to marvel at, the food is spectacular, the views are amazing, and the list goes on.
Visit this tropical island in the West Indies and have the best vacation experience ever. You know the reasons you need to visit Antigua, now you just have to decide what's holding you back.
Located between Trinidad and Tobago and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, to the south of the crescent of Caribbean countries, is Grenada.
Grenada can be the perfect vacation getaway for couples with wanderlust who are looking to take in some beautiful views and experience island life.
Here are the top 5 things to consider if you're thinking about visiting Grenada.
1. Grenada's Beaches
The most popular reason that tourists visit the Caribbean is for its spectacular beaches. Grenada is no exception on that front.
The most popular beach, Grande Anse offers more than two miles of white sand and turquoise waters, lovely shaded areas, plenty of restaurants, bars and fun activities. Nearby, you will find the BBC beach, which is smaller, but just as picturesque as Grande Anse.
Further away from the main tourist areas is the Sagesse, a small island cove that has great waves for watersports. Since fewer visitors come out this way, it also offers more privacy.
If you are looking for something more than just bronzing in the sun and taking a dip now and then, visit Levera beach, home to leatherback turtle nesting sites and great for bird-watching. You can also make it over to the Magazine beach for snorkeling.
2. Nature
The island’s beautiful topography offers tourists a chance to explore Grenada’s natural sites and spend a holiday being active.
When you visit Grenada, don’t miss the natural reserves and waterfalls. For example, you can hike through the Grand Etang National Park and Forest. Bird lovers will particularly enjoy the park, as well as sites like the Mt. Hartman Dove Sanctuary and the Levera National Park.
Another option is to visit the nearby islands, many of which are practically deserted like Sandy Island Marine Park, popular for snorkeling and observing marine life. While the coastline of Grenada offers stunning landscapes and beaches, you can go for a swim inland as well. For this, visit one of the many waterfalls, such as the Concord or the Annandele Waterfalls.
Tours are organized regularly to take groups to visit these, plus some of the trails are well-marked for exploring on your own.
3. Grenada Culture
Grenada culture is incredibly rich and the many historic sites and festivals on the island offer visitors a glimpse into Grenada traditions. One of the most important events in the year is the Spicemas Grenada Carnival, which peaks in August every year, but launch parties and events begin as early as April.
Street dances, soca concerts and extravagant outfits make up the experience of this bright and colorful festival. There is also a second, smaller carnival, which takes place at the beginning of Lent. This one takes place on the tiny island of Carriacou.
In addition to these, there is a number of music festivals throughout the year, such as the Drum Festival and Carriacou Parang Festival, sailing and fishing tournaments and the Grenada Chocolate Festival held in May every year.
In the meantime, those looking to explore the culture of Grenada in a more laid-back way, can visit the historic sites instead. Some of the top historic places to visit in Grenada include the Belmont Estate for a taste of history and culture and Fort Frederick, which also offers a stunning view of St. George’s. You can also check out the River Antoine Rum Distillery for a true mix of history and pleasure.
4. Underwater Sculpture Park
Somewhere in the mix between culture, history, nature and beaches lies the one-of-a-kind Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park.
A popular site for diving and snorkeling, the park first opened in 2006 after being created by sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. Basically, the site is exactly what it sounds like. It's an underwater museum featuring a number of sculptures.
Some of the most well-known sculptures include the Vicissitudes, which is a circle of life sized children holding hands; TAMCC Faces, which are faces carved in a bolder, highlighting diversity; and The Lost Correspondent, a sculpture 7 meters underwater of a man working at a desk on his typewriter. In short, this is a must-see when traveling to Grenada.
5. Grenada Food & Drink
Last but not least, no visit to Grenada is complete without trying the delicious food that the islands offer. Grenada’s cuisine is a good mix of healthy and hearty foods, from sweet to savory.
One of the national dishes is the Oil Down, a stew made with coconut milk, meat, chicken or fish along with roots and other vegetables. For something lighter, try callaloo soup, made with leafy greens. Those looking for the spicier foods, can go for a roti filled with curried chicken or curry goat. Plus, you can finish your meal with a sweet potato pone for dessert or a locally-distilled rum.
If you want to get a taste of these dishes now, there are some easy Caribbean recipes out there, but nothing is like the real thing.
Visit Grenada for Your Vacation
The green and luscious island is surrounded by stunning beaches, rich with local tradition and culture. Though it is probably a little off the beaten path compared to tourism giants like Jamaica and Barbados, there are still plenty of places to visit in Grenada.
There are so many good reasons to visit Barbados on your next vacation. The beautiful country boasts spectacular natural scenes, an authentic culture and plenty of things to do with both friends and family on vacation.
Barbados is a special place in the world, one that way too many people miss out on during their lifetimes. Don't be one of those people. Discover why Barbados is such an amazing travel destination and decide for yourself if it's a place you can miss out on.
These are the Top 5 Reasons Anyone Should Visit Barbados
Indulge in Delicious Fare
On a trip to Barbados you must not miss the spectacular array of top-notch Caribbean cuisine that the island has to offer. From street food to fine dining, Barbados will excite your taste buds. Of course. Being a Caribbean island, it offers the freshest of seafood, but what about some local flavors? Start your day off with fried bakes and salt fish along with tasty Caribbean fruit that only the tropical weather can offer.
Next, try what is practically the national dish – fried flying fish and cou-cou with spicy sauce. Another Bajan favorite is pudding and souse, with its tasty pickled pork. Finish off your local meal with sweet conkies in a banana leaf or rum cake. For a little romance and sophistication, there is no shortage of beach-view restaurants that offer fine dining.
Soak Up the Barbados Culture
Besides nature and adventure, there are plenty of cultural places to visit in Barbados. Bridgetown boasts colorful and inspiring colonial architecture, with souvenir shops for Caribbean keepsakes sprinkled through the touristic path.
You can also visit historic landmarks in Barbados like St. Nicholas Abbey or the George Washington House learn about its colonial past. For those who enjoy rum, or just want to take in the history of the Caribbean island, rum distilleries make for a great day tour as well. If you are wondering when to go to Barbados, consider May to August, which marks the dates of the Crop Over Festival.
The celebration honors the end of the sugar cane season, traditionally an important time for the island, and features street festivals, concerts, music, dance and a final carnival. Besides this, plenty of other festivals are on throughout the year.
Breathe In the Natural Beauty of Barbados
Barbados is blessed with year-round tropical weather and a perfect location to discover stunning natural beauty. Some of the top tours in Barbados include a visit to the many caves, such as Harrison’s Cave where you can see ancient stalagmites and stalactites.
Another option is the Animal Flower Cave, accessible from the sea while cruising around the island. For flora lovers, the Andromeda Gardens offer a lovely 6 acres of well-manicured plants, while fauna enthusiasts will enjoy the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. Every corner you turn when you visit Barbados will come with a nice view, as well as nature and adventure.
If nightlife is what you are after, then Barbados won’t leave you hanging. Explore beach bars and parties, dancing calypso, reggae and soca, and delicious, locally-produced rum.
Check out the St. Lawrence Gap or Holetown for the best nightlife around the island, where you can dance the night away to local rhythms and a rum punch. Meanwhile, if you looking for more of a mix between culture and nightlife, then the island’s festivals offer up a great selection. The Crop Over that runs between May and August is a reason in itself to travel to Barbados, with colorful street parties and concerts throughout the island.
Another great option is the Food and Rum festival, which will not only tickle your taste buds, but offer up a number of concerts, tastings and street parties.
Pamper Yourself on the Pristine Beaches
Of course, we couldn’t leave the beaches off the list of what to do in Barbados, especially if you're staying at an all-inclusive resort. With at least 60 beaches and 70 miles of sand, you don’t really need to do anything else but sunbathe and swim on the island.
The west coast offers visitors pristine white sand beaches just like you see on a postcard, while the east coast serves up a picturesque rugged coastline, perfect for a photo shoot and a long drive. Lounge around on one of the luxurious white-sand crystal clear water beaches, discover the wildlife below the waters while snorkeling in the Caribbean or just cool down in the calm and beautiful waters. For a more active time, head to Bathsheba for surfing or Silver Sands Beach or windsurfing.
Visit Barbados for The Perfect Vacation
Whether you are looking for a laid-back getaway from the city or an active vacation, Barbados is the perfect destination. Indulge fully in the local flavors, with anything from fine dining to spicy Bajan street food. Get active by discovering local caves, surfing, swimming and hiking in the natural beauty of Barbados. Enjoy luxurious Caribbean beaches, sunbathe with year-round sunshine and discover this tropical island through its nature, culture and welcoming spirit.
Here’s a challenge—name three fruits you may find in the Caribbean.
It seems easy enough. You pick three that sound like they belong in the islands or at a buffet in a Caribbean all-inclusive: banana, coconut, and mango. You would take your three points in the Foods of the World Trivia Game, and you'd be right to. After all, you've earned it.
Banana, mango, and coconut are undoubtedly the staple fruits from the islands of the Caribbean. With sunshine all year round and just the right amount of rain, these fruits grow in abundance. If you look closely enough, you'll find them lined up on the shelves of your local supermarket.
It is not uncommon to be strolling along the white sandy beaches of Jamaica, and see locals scaling the palms to nab some coconuts to take home. Mango salsa makes the perfect accompaniment to many Caribbean curries, and how could we forget about barbecued banana?
These three come to mind when we think about the fruits of the Caribbean, but they're certainly not the only ones.
There's so many fruits of the Caribbean that you may never have heard of. We chose five to highlight, and as a bonus, we'll tell how to use them in your daily life.
Get those taste buds tingling, your fruit salad is about to get way more interesting.
1) Noni Fruit
Noni fruit is not only fun to say but it's also ultra healthy.
The health benefits of this small round fruit include lowered cholesterol and lower blood sugar. Believe it or not, noni is part of the coffee plant family. It's hardy plant that thrives in a tropical environment. While noni is a native Caribbean fruit, it's also found in Australia and many parts of South East Asia. Noni is also referred to as cheese fruit for its pungent scent when ripening.
Most popularly used on the island of Saint Lucia, noni is considered a tonic to help erase fatigue and give a natural energy boost when consumed as a freshly pressed juice. That said, if you have kidney problems steer well clear, you’ll find noni to be quite the opposite of a wonder-fruit for its high potassium levels could cause you some problems.
2) Mamey
Mamey really is a super fruit to add to your shopping cart.
Ditch those multivitamins and substitute them for mamey—you won’t regret it. Mamey is high in vitamins A, B, and C and is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and beta carotene. It is also high in minerals like potassium, magnesium, and calcium.
The soft flesh of mamey varies from fruit-to-fruit, but burst open the hard exterior to find hues of salmon pink, berry red, or fiery orange. Mamey makes for a great topping to your morning smoothie bowl or a quick, sweet fix when you are on the go.
Ladies, listen up! Mamey is high in Vitamin E, and this little gem can help ease PMS symptoms cramps and cravings.
3) Soursop
No, it is not the latest gummy candy for kids. Soursop is like a baby durian.
It's another Caribbean fruit packed full of health benefits that will have you racing to the grocery store.
In your mind, imagine a flavor combination of strawberry and pineapple with a subtle, creamy undertone and you’ve got yourself the taste of soursop. Native to the Caribbean and Central America, soursop is most popular in Jamaica. The best way to use soursop is to juice it.
If juicing is not your thing then why not try a soursop milkshake? Blend together a cup of milk, half of a soursop fruit with some ice, a touch of sugar, and a sprinkle of pistachio for good measure.
The health benefits of soursop include glowing skin, liver boosting properties, and help in the fight against inflammation.
4) Ugli Fruit
They say you should never judge a book by its cover and this is surely true of ugli fruit.
Despite the derogatory name, ugli fruit is super sweet. It's Jamaica’s own hybrid of the citrus fruit family, much like a tangelo. Don’t be put off by its unsightly exterior, there is a sweet and succulent center waiting for you inside the rind.
Ugli fruit is best used in a fruit salad or juiced to accompany your breakfast. After a workout, drink a glass of cool ugli fruit juice to help replenish electrolytes and sugars.
Just as you would with your oranges, lemons, and limes, ugli fruit is best when kept in the fridge. By keeping it cool, you can store it up to two weeks before it turns sour.
5) Ackee
Now, ackee you may have heard of. The classic Jamaican dish of ackee and salt fish features this very fruit and is another popular choice with islanders.
The name ackee has its roots in Africa and believed to have been carried to the Caribbean in the 18th century. Featuring pinky, reddish skin with three, jet black seeds inside Ackee has a more savory taste with a buttery texture, hence its compatibility with salt fish.
Ackee is another fruit of the Caribbean that has multiple health benefits. Stock up on ackee if you need natural assistance improving blood circulation, your immune system, and digestive efficacy.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica is where world-class luxury and tradition collide. Ocho Rios is known for its breathtaking beaches, beautiful views, and a wide selection of shopping options great for high-class brands to charming souvenirs and special mementos.
It is one of the most popular places to visit when in Jamaica, with friendly locals and visitors from around the world enjoying traditional favorites from food to events. Whether you are looking for a winter vacation getaway or summer hot spot, Ocho Rios offers plenty of reasons to visit.
Here are just five of the reasons why you should visit Ocho Rios:
Traditional Tastes of Fine Dining
Locals take pride in their Jamaican cuisine, and visitors have plenty to say about it. You can enjoy several restaurants, and food stands featuring authentic Jamaican dishes.
A favorite for locals and visitors is the Cardiff Hall Restaurant at Runaway Bay. Guests can enjoy international and local dishes featuring locally-grown produce, fresh seafood, and signature dishes sure to please your taste buds.
Want to enjoy some spicy jerky in a low-key setting? The Bizot Bar and Restaurant is the place for you with a unique bar and lighting setting that allows guests to enjoy the great outdoors while watching food preparation.
You can also enjoy delicious burgers, fresh salads, and other Jamaican specialties from the 16 dining choices and 11 bars at Sandals Ochi, our all-inclusive resort in Ochos Rios.
Casual and Exquisite Shopping
Did someone say shopping? Shopping options throughout the area not only help to boost the economy of the island, but visitors say it is one of the best areas to shop till you drop.
Find everything you need from clothing, shoes, spices, and more. If you want something sparkly, check out the stone and jewelry collection at Colors. Here, you will find a selection of precious stones, crystals, Swiss watches and other quality jewelry. They even have fine quality Cuban cigars such as Juliana and Cohiba.
The Island Village Shopping Center has an array of shopping options including the Island Leisure souvenir shop featuring stylish print T-shirts. Need to make a quick run for last minute items? Stop at the Herba Kadabra supermarket. If you love high fashion shades, check out Shade Shack where they have a huge selection of name brand sunglasses including Gucci, Chanel, and Adidas. You can purchase them at 30 percent off the U.S. price.
Adventure and Action Activities
You can get to know historical land areas through nature walks, but these are more than your typical nature hikes. The Flower Forest and River Head Adventure Trail are a popular attraction with 40 acres of garden landscape within 130 acres of tropical forest.
Enjoy tropical birds, plants, and a river. It is a great place to for outdoor gatherings such as picnics and weddings. For something more rustic in adventure consider the Green Grotto Caves. These beautiful rock formations have been in existence since the 18th century with an intricate history. It features interconnected passageways, stalagmites, and a wishing well if you are feeling lucky.
Sandals Ochi is also connected with luxury adventure tours that range between exhilarating and relaxing.
Unique Culture Tours
To take in the sights and learn what Ocho Rios has to offer, consider taking a tour. Many touring companies are providing unique touring options.
Learn about the flavors of Jamaica, take a safari through the Rainforest, or learn about local culture through Island Routes tours.
Beach and Water Activities
One of the main attractions people look forward to when visiting Ocho Rios is getting out on the water. There are so many things to do and see that it's easy to see why many spend their days by the water.
Want some water adventure? Swim with the dolphins at the Dolphin Cove and while there, enjoy shark shows, kayaking, mini-boat rides, unlimited scuba diving, and snorkeling with stingrays.
For the ultimate Caribbean vacation, island-hopping is the best way to explore the local history, culture, and people in the islands.
Whether you’re planning to visit with friends, as a family getaway, to exchange wedding vows, or in celebration of an anniversary, checking out a couple different islands in the Caribbean is definitely something you should consider.
To make sure you get the most for your money when looking for your Caribbean destination, search for island-hopping vacation packages. Especially when staying at an all-inclusive resort, you should have no problem finding great deals for luxurious accommodations, delicious meals and drinks, various activities, and Caribbean island-hopping all in one package.
Although the concept is the same, not all packages are equal. Of the many island-hopping packages available, Sandals all-inclusive resorts offer the best. The value of island-hopping packages will meet, if not exceed, your expectations.
Here are three reasons you should try island hopping in the Caribbean.
Unique Experiences
Each of the Caribbean islands is unique. Especially when you account for landscapes, beaches, and culture, the islands are actually dramatically different.
For example, some of the islands are mountainous while others are relatively flat. The flatter islands offer the most pristine beaches and have fields of sugarcane, whereas the mountain islands provide you the opportunity to explore the rainforest. Even the beaches vary, some with a white, fine powder and others consisting of black volcanic sand.
Although all of the Caribbean islands have an abundance of sunshine, Antiqua has more sunny days than the other islands with an average of 16 inches of rain per year. Different cultures, weather, and local agriculture bring about different cuisines as well.
Island-hopping can you bring an interesting perspective and appreciation that you might miss out on otherwise, plus you can experience the full flavor of the Caribbean.
Cost Savings
It is common for people to utilize flights for inter-island travel as opposed to ferries, but that gets expensive quickly.
A dramatically reduced cost to see several islands is another benefit of the right package deal. As a result, you have money in your travel budget to enjoy a greater number of excursions and adventures.
Customization
Another benefit is that you can customize your island-hopping adventure.
That means that you not only get to choose the islands you want to see but also the length of your stay at each one. This gives you almost unlimited possibilities.
If you’re interested in learning about the Caribbean’s colonial history, consider hopping between St. Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, and Antigua. On the other hand, if you want to explore things like scenery, waterfalls, beaches, active volcanoes, and historic sites, a package consisting of St. Lucia, Antigua, Montserrat, and Dominica is ideal.
The Bottom Line on Island Hopping
Island-hopping in the Bahamas, Jamaica, or some other destination is highly rewarding. You get a snapshot into the unique cultures of the Caribbean, while seeing and experiencing moments you will cherish for life.
Each time that you return to the Caribbean, you can customize a different island-hopping trip. After seeing them all, you can do it all over again.
One look at Montego Bay and it's easy to see why so many highly recommend this as the perfect vacation spot. It’s a commonplace to visit among spring breakers, but there are low-key options to make your time spent there as a couple relaxing and memorable.
You can stroll through local shops and street markets for handmade crafts and foods. Take a bamboo boat ride down the Martha Brae River. You could just relax and enjoy the pristine beaches from your all-inclusive resort.
Still need more reasons to visit? Consider the following.
The Food: International Cuisine
Restaurant options include everything from international foods to traditional Jamaican cuisine.
The Houseboat Grill, for example, is a charming boat that sits in the tranquil waters of the Montego Bay Marine Park. It features an upper and lower deck casual dining areas.
Enjoy jerk chicken, red snapper, fried johnny cakes, and more at the Pelican Restaurant. The restaurant features a modern dining setting with a rustic color layout and homestyle dish menu.
Fresh seafood is available in abundance at the Pier One on the Waterfront restaurant. As a treasured option among locals and visitors, this spot offers a wide variety of what many call the best Jamaican dishes you can enjoy by the sea.
That's not to mention what you can try just on your resort. Sandals Montego Bay, for example, allows you eat at 20 local restaurants for free.
The Spas: Unwind in Style
Unwind after a long day or start your day on a high note with a stop by the spa.
Montego Bay has several options to choose from to help you feel at home, but none are better than the Red Lane Spa. Waiting there is a a tranquil sanctuary complete with massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, fitness classes, aromatherapy, wrap treatments, and more.
The Shopping: Shop Modern to One-of-a-Kind
Are you looking for the perfect gift for a special someone or want to splurge on yourself? Exquisite jewelry and unique gift items are available at various shopping options throughout Montego Bay.
Luxury and boutique outlets await shoppers at The Shoppes at Rose Hall. Here you will find specialty goods, fragrances, designer clothes, cosmetics, and more at over 30 shops. The Blue Diamond Shopping Plaza is a popular option for tourists as well. It features fine jewelry, beauty products, and souvenir stores.
You can also do some Duty Free shopping at Luxury , by Chulani Jewelers. Established in 1959, it's the oldest Duty Free retailer on the island.
The Watersports: Enjoy Blue Water Adventures
You can’t visit Montego Bay without doing something in the water. There are water sports and adventure activities for all ages including snorkeling, and scuba diving.
Going all-inclusive with Sandals Montego Bay gives you access to unlimited scuba diving and water sports like waterskiing, sailing, paddle boarding, tubing, and more. You will also be able to access land activities like beach volleyball, basketball, lawn chess, and more.
The Art Galleries: Art Inspired by the Beauty of Jamaica
Learn Jamaica culture through authentic arts and crafts on display at local galleries. Many works featured include pottery, paintings, and sculptures. Some galleries let you purchase items to take home. For more than 50 years, the Gallery of West Indian Art has collected art pieces by Jamaican, Cuban, and Haitian artists. Paintings by early Haitian and Jamaican artists are for sale.
The National Gallery West features temporary and permanent exhibitions focusing on Western Jamaican art. The pieces were created from various perspectives from avant-garde to contemporary and traditional. The gallery provides guided tours with future attractions including art classes for kids and educational programs.
Negril features one of the best coastline views imaginable, with beautiful open waters and plenty of resort options.
Next, to the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, there are so many things to do and see from sunbathing on the beach, swimming in the Blue Hole Mineral Spring, dining at the beachfront bar, or a romantic evening with a tranquil sunset. Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or a family vacation, Negril has something for everyone.
Why should you visit Negril? Here’s a list of reasons why.
International Café Options
When you need a cup of Joe to start your day you have an array of options. Sun Beans Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee features locally-grown organic coffee. The coffee blends are high in quality and ratings.
Another highly rated café is Big Roy’s which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with drinks and coffee. A great option for groups and families, it’s a street-side meeting place with music, singers, and delicious cooking.
Enjoy Jamaican food with Italian flare at Kenny Italian Café. With the option to dine in or carry out, its menu features mouthwatering salmon and veggie pizzas with a musical atmosphere.
You could also just stay at Sandals Negril and have unlimited fine dining at seven restaurants, with the option to visit off-resort places for a bite to eat.
Sightseeing and Landmarks
Apart from the beautiful natural scenery of the beach, there's so much to check out in Negril.
You can see Dunn's River Falls or Mayfield Falls if you want to check out some hiking and natural waterfalls. You can also check out the Negril Lighthouse, built in 1984, or Barney's Hummingbird Garden to experience some nature.
For the thrill seeker visit Negril Cliffs. Jump into warm waters from 40-foot coral formations. Enjoy water activities such as snorkeling, unlimited scuba diving, and waterskiing. Have fun solo, with a special someone, or a group.
Shopping and Boutiques
Get quirky knickknacks and fun apparel Negril shopping selections. The latest fashion trends and traditional Jamaican style is available at several boutiques and shopping centers. Divas INTL features the latest club wear, children’s fashions, and clothing for men and women.
If you’re into a coastal chic, check out Zanzi Beach Resort’s gift shop. The LoveFashionLive makes it convenient to get what you want through the online boutique featuring affordable fashion accessories and apparel.
Entertainment and Nightlife
One highlight of anyone's visit to Negril is the entertainment and nightlife attractions. From off-resort bus bar crawls with live music and clubs to swim-up bars, Negril knows how to how to have fun.
Apart from nightlife, there's water activities and beaches to keep your entertained. You can even try cliff jumping, if you're bold enough.
Local Liquor & Bar Selection
End the day with a nightcap at one of many bar and grill options, or head back to the resort to dine or drink at one of the many on-site bars and restaurants.
You can also head back to your suite for a bottle of champagne and some alone time.
That's the beauty of Negril. When you're in paradise, you decide how you want to spend your time. You're in control of what you want to do, and if you stay in an all-inclusive resort, everything you could possibly need is laid out right in front of you.
More Quality Inclusions - Arrive, Transfer, & Check-In
Welcome to a true all-inclusive vacation where everything you can dream of is always included and unlimited. With Sandals and Beaches Resorts, all roads lead to More Quality Inclusions, giving guests everything they want and more!
How can Sandals say they Give More Quality Inclusions than Any Other Resorts on the Planet?
Because it’s the truth. No other hospitality group in the history of “all-inclusive” resorts comes close to offering more in both quantity and quality. Sandals is the brand you can trust to deliver more than you ever expected. It’s also why they are the most awarded all-inclusive resorts and in a class of their own.
Focus Tip: With everything included & unlimited for everyone, Sandals never asks guests to wear a “wrist band” at their resorts!
There is a Difference!
To understand the “5-Star Luxury Included® Difference”, we will take a closer look at all the Quality Inclusions we give more of, so you can help clients understand the value they receive when they “arrive”, “eat, drink, & party”, “play on land & sea”, “relax, sleep, & hide away” at any Sandals & Beaches Resort from arrival through departure. We are the brand you can trust to go above and beyond with every detail!
We Begin With TheArrival At The Airport:
Sandals 5-Star Luxury Included® experience begins once you arrive at your island airport! After guests retrieve their bags and clear customs, they proceed to the designated Sandals or Beaches arrival welcome desk to check-in for their complimentary transportation!
The Sandals & Beaches “no tipping” policy starts when you arrive at theresort. Airport luggage porters & transfer bus drivers can be tipped at the guests’ discretion, since they are not Sandals employees.
Focus Tip: If guests are arriving at the airport in Montego Bay (MBJ), or St. Lucia (UVF) they can also enjoy complimentary Airport Arrival Lounge exclusively for Sandals & Beaches guests to enjoy a beverage, snack, and freshen up after their flights.
Roundtrip Airport Transportation Included:
All guests enjoy complimentary transfers to and from the airport.
Focus on Additional Wow-Factor: A 5-Star Caliber Experience!
Private Luxury Transfers are included for highest tier room categories at select resorts. Sandals' luxury car fleet includes BMW 5 & 7 series, Rolls Royce Ghost, Cadillac Escalade, & Mercedes Benz.
Note: Car models vary by island and availability. Always subject to change.
Focus Tip: Private Luxury Transfers are also available to purchase on most of their islands.
Resort Check-In
All guests are greeted with a warm welcome, cold towel, and refreshing beverage! The Sandals and Beaches check-in experience does not include standing in line at the front desk! Guests are comfortably seated in the lobby while they are assisted with the check-in process. Clients also have the option to check-in online before departure which expedites the arrival process.
Guests booked in Club Sandals or Beaches Concierge will check-in comfortably in the exclusive lounge. Guests booked in a Butler Elite category will be greeted upon arrival by their personal butler and escorted to their room or suite for a private check-in.
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One grand prize winner will receive a romantic Caribbean getaway to a Sandals Resorts of their choosing (blackout dates and restrictions apply).Sandals Royal Caribbean Named One of the 12 Over-the-Top Hotels for Romance by U.S. News & World Report Whether you're planning a honeymoon, an anniversary celebration or simply a romantic getaway, there are plenty of top-tier hotels and resorts offering a winning mix of pampering, indulgence and swoon-worthy settings. With special amenities tailor-made for couples, striking backdrops and lavish touches, from decadent massages to candlelit dinners, these hideaways promise to help you fall in love and stay in love. So, if you're searching for a romantic retreat, steal away to these spark-kindling properties to heat things up. According to U.S. News & World Report, Sandals Royal Caribbean is the perfect place among a few others --Disney Star Corbin Bleu and Wife Sasha Clements Honeymoon to Sandals Royal Caribbean's Over-the-Water Suites You may remember Disney's hit movie, High School Musical? The Disney star Corbin Bleu and his wife recently celebrated their honeymoon with a one-year anniversary trip to Sandals Royal Caribbean's Over-the-Water Suites in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Sandals Welcomes 20 Top US Radio Stations to Jamaica All this week, Sandals Resorts welcomes 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to trade in their studios, slip on their sandals and broadcast their popular shows live from the most happening place in Jamaica, Sandals Ochi Beach Resort.Sandals and Beaches Resorts International Honored by Annual World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) has done it again! The company was honored with 11 prestigious awards by the 24th Annual World Travel Awards. The Luxury Included® Resort Company’s collection of accolades demonstrates its continued commitment to excellence of the brand and its resorts by receiving, once again, the notable recognition of the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand, thus earning this title for 24 consecutive years. Also awarded within Sandals Resorts International’s brand was its newest resort, Sandals Barbados, which received the special honor of Caribbean's Leading Resort 2023.Top Reasons To Go All-Inclusive There’s a common misconception that all-inclusive and luxury can’t go hand in hand, but at Sandals we’re here to prove that wrong. There are so many benefits to going all-inclusive, and with Sandals promising more luxury inclusions than any other resort on the planet, there really is no better place to experience an all-inclusive holiday than here.Gordon “Butch” Stewart Pledges EC$150,000 to Barbuda’s Children Chairman of Sandals Resorts International, Gordon “Butch” Stewart today announced that he is giving a personal donation of EC$150,000 to assist the children of the island of Barbuda. Mr Stewart’s donation will be made to the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Sandals group, which will work with the Ministry of Education in Antigua & Barbuda to directly assist Barbudan students who were evacuated due to the devastating effect of Hurricane Irma.A Message From the Chairman Dear Guests, Partners, Family and Friends, It is with tremendous relief and gratitude that I can share with you that our people – our guests and our team at Beaches Turks and Caicos, are safe and well. I write this from Turks and Caicos where I am truly humbled by the spirit of community and cooperation that has brought this small but mighty country through the storm. I’m also very impressed with the amount of work we have been able to accomplish in the last three days. To my staff at Beaches, led by Managing Director, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Don Dagenais and his phenomenal team, thank you for all that you did and continue to do to care for our guests as you care for your families. I have heard the stories and know how you calmed nerves and brought comfort. Your tremendous dedication is the most important reason our guests return. I thank you.Sandals Foundation Delivering Emergency Hurricane Relief Sandals and Beaches are greatly saddened following the disastrous impact Hurricane Irma has had on the Caribbean and United States this past week. Responding to the utter devastation in Turks & Caicos as a result of Hurricane Irma, the Sandals Foundation has begun delivering emergency relief to the island of Providenciales on Monday September 11. The Sandals Foundation and the team from Beaches Turks & Caicos have partnered with the Salvation Army and the Red Cross to deliver desperately needed food items to victims of one of the most powerful hurricanes in history.Making a Difference on International Literacy Day You may or may not know that today the 8th September marks international literacy day, a day that’s aims to bring awareness to the importance of literacy and in particular those who are not fortunate enough to have obtained the skill. While many parents across the country will have waved their children off back to school this week, sadly in many parts of the world there are children who do not have access to a proper education and therefore never learn to read.Elite Daily Names Sandals South Coast As Part of "10 Outrageously Gorgeous Destination Wedding Locations to Add To Your Wish List" Elite Daily, voice of Generation Y, has named Sandals South Coast as an outrageously gorgeous destination wedding location to add to your wishlist. And your wish is our command--Make Grandparents Day Special with a Family Trip to Beaches As Huffington Post puts it, Beaches Turks & Caicos makes for the perfect getaway for Grandparents Day:Sandals Resorts Debuts New Swim-Up Suites at Sandals Halcyon Beach Sandals Halcyon Beach is thrilled to announce the debut of its new Beachfront Crystal Lagoon suites, available starting today, Tuesday, August 29th.Sandals Montego Bay Introduces New Suite Experiences Sandals Resorts is excited to announce several brand-new suite categories at Sandals Montego Bay now available for booking for travel beginning this December 2023. These six new rooms feature many luxurious amenities, including king-size wood beds, HD Smart TVs and various other custom-made furnishings. The lavish spa-style bathrooms include an expansive walk-in shower, long-vessel double sink and custom back-lit mirrors.Tony Dovolani from Dancing with the Stars Vacations at Beaches Turks & Caicos Tony Dovolani, professional dancer on ABC’s award-winning series Dancing with the Stars, traveled to Beaches Turks and Caicos with his family earlier this month, from August 13-17, 2023. Family members in attendance included Tony, his wife Lina, and their three children: Luana and twins Adrian and Ariana.Our Favourite Holiday Reads Whether on the plane, reclining by the pool, or lounging on the beach, there’s nothing quite like a good book to pass the time while on holiday. Imagine stretching out in the Caribbean sun, the sea to the front of you, a cocktail to your side, and a book in your lap ready for you to get engrossed in. We’ve handpicked some of our favourite holiday reads that are sure to keep you gripped for the entirety of your Luxury Included® holiday.Get Ready for Fall with Sandals and Beaches Resorts BFF Getaway Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts is excited to announce the Beaches Friends Forever (BFF) Girls Getaway, a program offered through the new Luxury Included® Vacation Plus (LIV+) Events program exclusively at Beaches Turks & Caicos and at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort. This package will be offered at Beaches Turks & Caicos for travel from September 27-October 1st, 2023 ($1,799 per person) and at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort for travel January18-22nd, 2023 ($1,599 per person).Sandals Resorts Hosts Event at Ed Sheeran's LA Concert High-profile guests visited Sandals Resorts’ all-access event at the Hyde Staples Center in Los Angeles for Ed Sheeran’s concert on Thursday, August 10th. VIPs at the event included Sharon Stone, Ashley Greene, Malin Akerman, Aja Naomi King, Kyle Richards, Cheryl Burke, Matthew Lawrence, Christina Milian and Gilles Marini. Other media influencers in attendance included Aimee Song of Song of Style, Emily Schuman of Cupcakes and Cashmere and Karena Dawn of Tone it Up.Setting Your Sandals Out-Of-Office Message You’ve counted down the days and now the moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here, the moment you get to wave goodbye to your co-workers and skip out of the office without a care in the world, ready to embark on your Luxury Included® Caribbean holiday. However, before you leave there is of course one last task to take care of, setting the all-important out-of-office email message. Standard ‘I’m out of office until [insert date here] for anything urgent please contact…’ messages are so passé, nowadays it’s all about the fun out-of-office message designed to entertain, and maybe inspire a little bit of jealousy in those you work with. To help get the ball rolling we’ve come up with a couple of ideas for our different traveller types.Sandals Resorts Hosts Dive & Jive As part of Sandals Resorts’ LIV+ Events program, which offers vacationers unique limited-edition events, Sandals Ochi Beach Resort will host “Dive & Jive,” a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive diving experience Aug. 30 through Sept. 4, 2023.Sandals Resorts Will Host CMT After MidNite's Story Behind the Songs Concert In Jamaica with Headliner Kip Moore Bringing some country to the island vibe, Sandals Resorts will welcome country music fans September 4-7th to Sandals South Coast for the resort company’s third Story Behind the Songs concert event, featuring top country music artists Kip Moore, Lauren Alaina and James Barker Band. As part of Sandals Resorts International’s LIV+ Events program, which offers vacationers unique limited-edition events, Story Behind the Songs is a concert series in partnership with Premiere Networks’ nationally-syndicated Country radio program CMT After MidNite with Cody Alan that showcases intimate acoustic performances in paradise from top music artists.Dancing With The Stars Cheryl Burke Vacations at Sandals LaSource Adorable celebrity couple, Cheryl Burke, Dancing With The Stars professional,and boyfriend, Matthew Lawrence from popular sitcom Boy Meets World, went on a romantic summer vacation to Sandals LaSource Grenada from July 17th through July 23rd, 2023. American Idol Celebrity Pia Toscano Honeymoons at Sandals Royal Bahamian Top contestant on American Idol, Pia Toscano, traveled to the Bahamas to enjoy a Luxury Included® vacation at Sandals Royal Bahamian from July 8th through July 13th. After tying the knot in January, Pia and her new hubby traveled to Sandals Royal Bahamian to celebrate their honeymoon.Sandals Does Golf to a Tee It’s an exciting time on the golf calendar, with the British Golf Open teeing off on the 16th July. Some of the biggest names in golf are participating in one of the most historic golf events and it’s got us feeling inspired to pick up our golf clubs and take a swing at the game ourselves. If like us you’re itching to hop in a golf caddy and head to a golf course, why not travel slightly further afield and take your next golf break to Sandals.Yahoo Lists Sandals Resorts as Top 9 Caribbean Hotels with Amazing Swim-Up Suites Not one, not two, but three Sandals Resorts were recognized among nine Caribbean hotels for their "amazing" swim-up suites. Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Bahamian were listed- and the best part is, they all have so much more to offer than just an amazing room. Read below from Yahoo's article: Southwest Airlines Launches New Flight to Beaches Turks & Caicos The unbelievably exciting Beaches Turks & Caicos, located on one of the world’s best beaches, features four magnificent villages, boasting the architecture and ambiance of Italy, France, the Caribbean and Key West. Now, visitors looking to escape to the islands will have a new flight option provided by Southwest Airlines. Oyster.com Names Three Sandals Resorts As Hotels with Amazing Swim-Up Suites Oyster.com, the Hotel Tell-All, sends professional investigators to every hotel, where they pride themselves on honest reviews, so guests know exactly what you're going to get before you arrive. Making it on the list, Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Barbados, and Sandals Royal Bahamian, were chosen for their romantic swim-up suites. Oyster. com gives you the scoop on which suite may be just the one for you while giving the quick low down on each resort.Sandals Barbados Welcomes 20 Top US Radio Stations Sandals Resorts and Visit Barbados- Barbados Tourist Board are welcoming 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to trade in their hometown studios, slip on their sandals and broadcast their popular shows LIVE from the distinctively chic, Sandals Barbados from July 12-19, 2023.Forbes Travel Guide Says Sandals Royal Caribbean Is Redefining The All-Inclusive Genre Forbes Travel Guide highlights Sandals Royal Caribbean's brand new over-the-water suites as redefining the all-inclusive genre - from the food to the service to the luxurious room. Read the full article below:New Live Entertainment Debuts at Beaches Turks & Caicos with Creativiva Caribbean Inc. Taking a revolutionary step in resort entertainment, Beaches Resorts, the Caribbean’s Luxury-Included® vacation for everyone and family-focused brand of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), has partnered with Canadian-based production company Creativiva Caribbean Inc. to introduce “Voilà”, a series of live cinematic entertainment shows, at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort, Villages and Spa. Launching this month, Creativiva Caribbean Inc. will perform four weekly live productions on the resort’s main stage: Alice in Wonderland, Treasure Island, Jungle Book Live and Dolce Vita.Sandals Shares Designs For Newest Saint Lucia Resort Luxury Included® all-inclusive resort leader Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today shares plans for its newest resort in Saint Lucia – the all-suite Sandals LaSource St. Lucia. Located along Pigeon Island Beach and adjacent to Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals LaSource St. Lucia will be the fourth Sandals Resorts property in Saint Lucia, expanding Sandals’ exclusive exchange program to “Stay at One, Play at Four.” The resort, which breaks ground later this year, will introduce three new restaurant concepts to the brand, the American-inspired Tavern, Greek restaurant Éros and an authentic noodle shop and is the first Sandals Resorts property to have continuous winding river pools surrounding every room block and all with unobstructed access to the main pool. Sandals Resorts Featured on ABC's Hit Show $100,000 Pyramid with Michael Strahan You may have seen ABC's $100,000 Pyramid second episode this past Sunday, June 18th where hit pop stars Lance Bass and Joey Fatone of NSYNC battled for an "amazing vacation" as Michael Strahan put it.Spending the Longest Day of the Year at Sandals Did you know that the 21st June is the longest day of the year, also known as summer solstice? On this day we enjoy more daylight hours than on any other day, meaning there’s even more time to pack in all kinds of activities. This got us to thinking about how we’d spend the day if we had this many hours at a Sandals Resort...Sandals to Purchase 18-Hole Golf Course in Saint Lucia Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced recently it is in the process of purchasing Saint Lucia Golf Club, the island’s premier golfing facility and only 18-hole course. Acquisition of the course is expected to be complete within 30 days, marking a moment of significant expansion in Saint Lucia by SRI. Earlier this year, SRI introduced its groundbreaking over-the-water suite concept to Saint Lucia, debuting the island’s first over-the-water bungalows and serenity chapel at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, one of three Sandals Resorts in the destination. The company plans to begin its fourth resort, Sandals LaSource Saint Lucia later this year.Travel Channel Highlights Sandals Royal Caribbean Over-the-Water Bungalows as Top 10 Bucket List Destination Travel Channel gives advice on ten alternatives to bucket list destinations - and Sandals Royal Caribbean's Over-the-Water Bungalows made it to the list. Forget traveling half way across the globe, these bungalows are just a hop, skip and a jump away. ISLANDS' Nine Favorite Things About Sandals Grande St. Lucian's New Overwater Bungalows Unlike Tahiti and the Maldives, you don’t have to fly halfway around the world to get to these overwater bungalows. While the price tag is pretty hefty, they’re a good option if you’re short on vacation time and don’t want to waste a few days traveling.Looking After Our Environment Today marks World Environment Day, a day which looks at the ways we care for our environment and is more important now than ever before. As anyone who has watched the news recently will know, the environment and human impact on it is a hotly debated issue, and it’s important for us all to play our part in looking after our planet. Here at Sandals we believe ourselves to be no exception, and we too strive to ensure we follow ethical practices and give back to the environment.Beaches Resorts Named a 2017 Family Vacation Critic Favorite Looking for the perfect family vacation? Looks like Beaches has you covered.Sandals To Open Saint Lucia Golf & Country Club Sandals Resorts is excited to announce the opening of the Sandals Saint Lucia Golf & Country Club, the island’s premier golfing facility and only 18-hole course. Sandals has also introduced the groundbreaking over-the-water suite concept to Saint Lucia, debuting the island’s first over-the-water bungalows and serenity chapel at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, one of three Sandals Resorts in the destination. And further to that, Sandals will build its fourth Saint Lucia resort, Sandals LaSource Saint Lucia later this year.Discover the Flora & Fauna of the Caribbean With the RHS Chelsea Flower Show having us all turning our attention to the beautiful flowers and plant life around us, it got us to thinking about the incredible flora and fauna of the Caribbean. The tropical climate of the Caribbean means you can discover all kinds of plants that don’t naturally flourish in the UK, making it the perfect location for any nature lover to explore!Getting Stamped Visits Sandals Grande St. Lucian's Brand New Over-the-Water Bungalows You may know them from their worldly travels, cool Facebook videos, or dreamy Instagram posts. Hannah & Adam, the married couple that travels together and shows the world about it on their blog and social media, Getting Stamped, marked Saint Lucia on their passports, and were among some of the new over-the-water bungalows at Sandals Grande St. Lucian's very first guests. Jetsetter Names Sandals As 8 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Bahamas Jetsetter Magazine give readers its inside connections, the advice on where to go, where to stay, and what to do when you get there. As discerning curators, they let you know the places they love and would visit again. Lucky enough to make the list, Sandals Emerald Bay and Sandals Royal Bahamian have been named among the top eight best all-inclusive resorts, picked from Andros to Nassau. Cedella Marley Empowers Women Across the Caribbean With Special Version of 'Could You Be Loved' Together with Savi and Bankay, three-time Grammy winner Cedella Marley has given rise to a new version of ‘Could You Be Loved’, her father Bob Marley’s classic song. Cedella Marley’s portion of this single’s proceeds will benefit WHOA, Women Helping Others Achieve, a women’s empowerment program in partnership with the Bob Marley Foundation & Sandals Foundation.Beaches Resorts Sweetens Summer with Mrs. Thinster's "Baked with Love" Giveaway Need a break on the beach? Time for family fun in the sun? We sure think so! To celebrate summer, Beaches Resorts is thrilled to join Mrs. Thinster’s on their amazing Baked with Love Summer Sweepstakes!Get Married in Sandals Grande St. Lucian's Over-the-Water Serenity Chapel In addition to the debut of Sandals Grande St. Lucian's nine all new bungalows is the revamped Over The Water Serenity Chapel that is officially open and available for wedding ceremonies. Discover the Grenada Chocolate Festival Famed for its delicious chocolate, it should be no surprise that Grenada has a whole festival dedicated to the sweet treat. From the 12th to the 20th May the country celebrates the organic and ethically produced chocolate and cocoa that so many of us love. Over the course of the week all kinds of different events are held which help you develop your appreciation for cocoa more, if that were even possible! From guided tours of chocolate estates to morning yoga followed by an indulgent chocolate breakfast, there is something for ever discerning chocolate lover at the Grenada Chocolate Festival.Sandals Resorts Wins 2017 BRIDES Honeymoon Award Sandals Resorts is happy to be honored with the 2023 Honeymoon Award by BRIDES Magazine. Picking the perfect honeymoon is no easy feat — countless romantic destinations, endless hotel options, limited vacation time and the struggle-is-real challenge of finding the perfect place to please both you and your new spouse. Where to begin?'This Is Us' Justin Hartley Vacations with Fiance at Sandals Resorts NBC's new hit show “This is Us” star, Justin Hartley and his fiancé, daytime soap opera star Chrishell Stause were spotted on vacation at Sandals LaSource Grenada this month. Sandals Resorts Announces New Overwater Bungalows in Jamaica After the huge success of debuting the Caribbean’s first-ever Over-the-Water Villas in Jamaica and then 12 additional Over-the-Water Bungalows at Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Resorts is thrilled to announce twelve new Over the Water Honeymoon Butler Bungalows at Sandals South Coast, which are available to book now for travel beginning in November 2023. Chairman and Founder of Sandals Resorts International Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award Founder and Chairman of Sandals Resorts International, Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart has been honored with the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award at the Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS), which took place April 26-28, 2023, at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami. Burba Hotel Network, the host of CHRIS, presents this prominent award to individuals who have made significant contributions to the hospitality industry over his or her lifetime through their actions, deeds, and great accomplishments. What to Pack for your Sandals Holiday You’ve booked your holiday, you’ve counted down the days, you’ve told your friends and family and now the day you jet off to the Caribbean sunshine is almost here, but what do you pack? With plenty of your luxury amenities coming included, packing should be an easy task, but here are some reminders of things you’ll want to bring with you:See Amazing! Beaches Resorts Welcomes Walkaround Julia, Sesame Street's Newest Character Following the landmark Sesame Street television debut of Julia, a new Sesame Street Muppet with autism, Beaches Resorts is excited to welcome the walkaround character to its resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos beginning this fall! With a new exciting activity in tow, Julia's debut also continues Beaches Resorts' 13-year partnership with Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind Sesame Street, and expands the resort company's exclusive Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® program.Beaches Resorts Kicks Off "Chief Family Time Officer" Contest with Juicy Juice Beaches Resorts has teamed up with the iconic kids' beverage brand, Juicy Juice, to find the ultimate "Chief Family Time Officer" for a chance to win a Luxury Included® Family Vacation to a Beaches Resort in Jamaica or Turks & Caicos.BRIDES features Sandals Royal Caribbean's Over-the-Water Bungalows as Honeymoon Destination Sandals Royal Caribbean recently debuted its overwater bungalows, a first in the Caribbean. Recognized for their seclusion and romance, and of course the thought of floating over the ocean water in a private room, these bungalows "will convince you to honeymoon in paradise."Growing Up McGhee Takes A Family Vacation to Beaches Turks & Caicos The McGhee family, from UP TV's reality hit series, Growing Up McGhee, made their way to Beaches Turks & Caicos for a family vacation and wedding of a lifetime just last month. The family of sextuplets were able to have some fun in the sun and of course as much R&R that they could while having six kids in tow. Joanna Krupa Visits Sandals Regency La Toc in St. Lucia Model and Actress Joanna Krupa, best known for her photos in Sports Illustrated magazine and role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Miami reality television series, traveled to St. Lucia to enjoy a Luxury Included® vacation at Sandals Regency La Toc from March 19th through 23rd.Happy Birthday! From Sandals Select Rewards Celebrate your Birthday at Sandals or Beaches Resorts! Book within the month of your birthday for travel anytime and instantly redeem 5,000 Sandals Select Rewards bonus points (a US$125 credit offer) to use towards your Sandals and Beaches booking. Please reference promo code, SSGBDAY to access your exclusive Birthday Bonus.The Best Time to Visit the Caribbean Famed for its brilliant blue skies, hours of sunshine and pleasantly warm temperatures, the Caribbean’s climate is one of its most attractive features. And while it is true that the Caribbean offers year round great weather, there is some slight variation in the climate which can mean certain times are better to visit than others. Thankfully the weather across the Caribbean is fairly consistent, so if you’re planning an island hopping holiday you should find the weather to be similar across the islands. Read on to find out when the perfect time to visit the Caribbean is for you.Sandals Resorts Announces Second Barbados Resort, The All New Sandals Royal Barbados Sandals Resorts is thrilled to announce its second resort in Barbados, Sandals Royal Barbados. This all suite resort is available for booking today for stays beginning December 20, 2023.Sandals Emerald Bay Opens Three New Restaurants Sandals Emerald Bay, located in the blue waters of Great Exuma, has opened three new restaurants as part of its 5-Star Global Gourmet dining program, bringing the total number of dining options to 11.Sandals Resorts Welcomes Guests To Its Brand New Over-the-Water Bungalows Sandals Resorts is thrilled to announce that Sandal Royal Caribbean’s 12 new Over-the-Water Bungalows will open and welcome their first guests on Saturday, March 4th, 2023.Life's a Beach at Sandals and Beaches Resorts For beach lovers, there are beautiful stretches of golden sands to suit every taste, but if you want to ensure your waterfront getaway is the very best earth has to offer, then look no further than Sandals Resorts International, the Luxury Included® Caribbean resort company. With Sandals and Beaches Resorts conveniently located on Grace Bay, Providenciales (Turks & Caicos) and Seven Mile Beach, Negril (Jamaica) – recently crowned two of the best beaches in the world by TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards this year - these waterside destinations are a ‘shore’ choice for your future holidays.Sandals and Beaches Resorts Announces New Vacation Planning Program Sandals and Beaches Resorts recently launched the new Signature Air program. This program allows you to cut out endless online flight searches or waiting around for the best deals and let the Caribbean travel experts handle it. Signature Air guarantees no booking fees, the most convenient flight itineraries available, up-to-date flight information and 24-hour assistance. Plus, the resort element is covered by the Best Price Guarantee. If within 24-hours of booking you find a better deal, you’ll receive a resort credit covering the difference.Travel Channel's "The Trip" Goes on Island Routes Adventures in Jamaica From diving into Jamaica's Blue Hole to an adventurous dune buggy ride, Travel Channel's "The Trip" hosts Samantha Brown and Jack Maxwell took The Trip of 2023 to Jamaica. And what better way to see Jamaica than to experience all the adventure it has to offer? Island Routes takes the pair through Jamaica's waters, mountains, and even mud.Sandals Awarded Consumer Superbrand Status Sandals are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Consumer Superbrands status for 2023. This follows the release of the latest results of the long-running annual survey, which has been identifying the UK’s leading brands since 1995. The process, managed by The Centre for Brand Analysis (TCBA), questioned 2,500 British adults who assessed just over 1,500 brands. Consumers judged the brands on three key criteria: quality, reliability and distinction, and Sandals are pleased to have been among the top rated in these areas.Sandals Resorts Teams Up With Steve Harvey to Give A Deserving Couple A Romantic Getaway In honor of Valentine's Day, Steve Harvey decides to crown the "Most Romantic Man in America" who Sandals Resorts sends on a Luxury Included® ReTie The Knot package at the all-new Sandals South Coast.Beaches Love Stories Competition Did you get engaged at a Beaches Resort? Perhaps you celebrated your wedding, honeymoon or anniversary with us? If you have a Beaches Love Story to tell, we would love to hear from you!ISLANDS Names Sandals Royal Caribbean as One of the 20 Best Caribbean Beach Resorts With experience-driven journeys and a global reach that blends once-in-a-lifetime trips with once-a-year vacations, Islands has tapped into the soul of the island traveler — seeking out the essence of what makes islands so alluring. Also looking for all of an island's best offerings - like the 20 Best Caribbean Beach Resorts.Jamaica Gears Up for New MINI Cooper Tours Jamaica is known for its gorgeous beaches, turquoise seas, tropical terrain and rich island culture and now, visitors to the paradise island will have a new way to explore ‘real Jamaica’ thanks to Island Routes Caribbean Adventures’ brand new Mini-Routes Driving Tour. This unique tour, which launches in March 2023 will allow visitors to drive themselves around the paradise island in custom-branded MINI Cooper cars.Sandals Love Stories Competition Did you get engaged at a Sandals Resort? Perhaps you celebrated your wedding, honeymoon or anniversary with us? If you have a Sandals Love Story to tell, we would love to hear from you!Travel Channel Names Sandals Royal Caribbean's Overwater Bungalows as a Top 10 Alternative to Bucket List Destinations Looking to cross one of those exotic "once-in-a-lifetime" trips off your bucket list but time, money and/or logistics aren't in your favor? Travel Channel says Sandals Royal Caribbean's over-the-water bungalows are the perfect alternatives to the Maldives or Tahiti.Sandals and Beaches Resorts Kick Off "Tokens of Love" Sweepstakes this Valentine's Day We like to go big when it comes to Valentine's Day! So, all week, we'll be gifting Tokens of Love to lucky followers who reciprocate the love. To take part and be entered for a chance to win daily prizes, follow and engage with us on Facebook and Instagram between February 13-17, 2023by answering a few fun and romance-inspired questions about all things love! The grand prize winner will embark on a Luxury Included® 4 day/3 night vacation for two for at the Sandals or Beaches Resort of their choice! How does it work?USA Today Names Sandals Grande St. Lucian As One of The Best Resorts in St. Lucia for A Caribbean Honeymoon USA Today, an award-winning news and information site which provides its visitors with breaking news, sports, money, life, weather, technology, and of course travel news, has put Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort at the top of the 'Best Resorts in St. Lucia' for Caribbean honeymooners. The Travel Mom Expert, Emily Kaufman, Explains Why Sandals Resorts Are the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift Known for her expert advice in travel, Emily Kaufman, also known at The Travel Mom, visits destinations all over the world in search of the great locations for families to experience, and gathers invaluable first-hand advice for making your vacations less stressful and more fun!Sandals and Beaches Resorts Recognized by U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels Ranking After ranking more than 5,000 hotels around the world, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Sandals and Beaches Resorts as some of the Best Resorts in the Caribbean. Each year U.S. News & World Report identifies the best hotels around the world, including the U.S., Canada, Caribbean and Mexico. Making for the most unbiased rankings, both travel expert and guest opinions are submitted and reviewed to name each ranking hotel in its category. Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa received the Gold Badge Award for Best Hotels in the Caribbean, meaning it was ranked in the top ten percentile of luxury resorts throughout the Caribbean. Ten additional Sandals and Beaches Resorts were awarded the Silver Badge Award in numerous cateogries for the Best Hotels in the Caribbean:Guests Choose Sandals & Beaches Resorts as Top Hotels on TripAdvisor® Each year, TripAdvisor®, the largest travel community in the world, determines the most sought after hotels around the globe based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews.The Sandals Foundation Releases It's Annual Report Since its inception in 2009, the Sandals Foundation has aimed to unite the region with one common goal: to elevate its people and protect its delicate ecosystem under the pillars of community, education, and the environment.Sandals Welcomes 20 Top US Radio Stations to the Bahamas All this week, Sandals Resorts welcomes 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to trade in their studios, slip on their sandals and broadcast their popular shows live from the most elegant resort in the Bahamas, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort and Offshore Island Sandals Resorts Nominated by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards With an exciting start to 2023, Sandals Resorts is excited to be among the top 20 nominees by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Counting on the experts to nominate the top Caribbean resort destinations, Sandals Resorts and Fowl Cay have been named as a Caribbean favorites. Sandals Resorts Partners with Marriott to Introduce the AC Hotels Brand to the Caribbean Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced a new partnership with Marriott International, Inc. to bring AC Hotels by Marriott® - the modern, design-driven, lifestyle brand - to the Caribbean. This is the first partnership between the hospitality companies and the first time SRI will manage a brand it did not create. The new AC Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica will be the partnership’s debut project and will quickly begin this month, and is slated to open winter 2023.Sandals Win 'Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator' at 2017 Globe Travel Awards We are delighted to announce that UK travel agents have voted Sandals Resorts as the Best All-inclusive Resort Operator at the prestigious Travel Weekly Globe Travel Awards, for the ninth year running. The announcement was made on 12th January at a star-studded dinner, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane in London and hosted by actor and comedian David Walliams and Travel Weekly editor-in-chief Lucy Huxley. Sandals Resorts teams up with Dress in Love for Exclusive Bridal Event Sandals Resorts and Dress in Love, The Bridal and Honeymoon Boutique, are showcasing the best of British bridal-wear and luxury Caribbean honeymoons in a one-off event at Sandals’ Luxury Travel Store in Chelsea, London on the 22nd February 2023.Introducing the Newly Renovated Sandals South Coast in Jamaica On 13th December 2023, Sandals Resorts re-launched the award-winning Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa as Sandals South Coast. The totally reimagined Luxury Included® resort unveils recent renovations that embrace and incorporate the natural beauty and bounty of the 50-acre property’s stunning beachfront setting in Jamaica’s South Coast region.Don't Miss Out on Sandals Resorts 12 Days of Christmas 'Tis the season to be jolly -- and giving. In the spirit of the holidays, Sandals Resorts is giving guests a chance to take part in its “12 Days of Christmas” offering, where each day they will give away one exciting gift or package to be redeemed on resort. If you book a vacation of at least six nights at any Sandals Resort for travel through December 2023 you will receive a gift package from the resort gift shop or photo shop exclusive to where your travel destination may be. So what's on Santa's list? Check out what's left in store for the “12 Days of Christmas” gift breakdown here:A Closer Look at Sandals Royal Caribbean's Over-the-Water Suites Recently making their debut on December 1st, Sandals Royal Caribbean opened the Caribbean’s first-ever Over-the-Water Villas in Montego Bay, Jamaica. And it doesn't stop there... Due to popular demand, Sandals Resortswill roll out additional Over-the-Water suites at new locations throughout the region. These suites will be unveiled at select Luxury Included® resorts throughout 2023 and 2023, including 12 additional Over-the-Water Bungalows at Sandals Royal Caribbean slated to open in March 2023.Sandals Royal Bahamian Hosts Second Story Behind the Songs Concert Featuring Eli Young Band and Tucker Beathard Bringing some country to the island vibe, Sandals Royal Bahamian hosted Sandals Resorts International's second Story Behind the Songs concert this past weekend in Nassau, Bahamas. Couples were able to bring their boots to the beach and get cozy for an intimate weekend-long performance from country favorites' Eli Young Band and Tucker Beathard, joined by CMT Radio personality, Cody Alan.Sandals Resorts Announces Newly Renovated Sandals South Coast in Jamaica Sandals Resorts announces the re-launch of its award-winning resort in Jamaica, Sandals South Coast. Formerly known as Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa, the totally reimagined Luxury Included® resort unveils its new additions and impressive upgrades.Sandals Resorts International Takes Home Four World Travel Awards After taking home 15 awards in the Caribbean's Leading categories, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) was honored with prestigious recognition at the 23rd Annual World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony in the World's Leading categories that were held on December 2, 2023 at Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort Maldives. The Luxury Included® Resort Company collected four awards, demonstrating the continued commitment to excellence of the brand and its resorts.Prince Harry Visits Sandals in St. Lucia Sandals Resorts has had the privelege to see some exciting celebrities and personalities throughout the years (and some that have returned). Last week, Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort extended an exciting and returning royal welcome to Prince Harry of Wales who spent the Thanksgiving holiday at Sandals.Sandals Resorts is recognised as "Best All-Inclusive Hotel & Resort Brand" at the British Travel Awards 2016 The British public has voted Sandals Resorts ‘Best All Inclusive Hotel & Resort Brand’ in the prestigious British Travel Awards 2023. The announcement was made on 23rd November at a glittering gala ceremony in front of a record number of guests from the travel and leisure industry.Sandals Emerald Bay Hosts First Ever PGA Tour Sandals Emerald Bay, the perfect destination for golfers and beachgoers alike, is excited to host its first-ever PGA tour beginning January 2023. The Web.com Tour will begin in The Bahamas, starting with The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic that will tee off on one of the most scenic oceanside golf courses in the Caribbean. BED BATH & BEYOND® & Beaches Resorts Holiday Every Day Giveaway Winter is nearly here, and like many, you are probably thinking about warmer days and hitting the beach, or better yet, the Caribbean vacation you’ve been waiting for! Beaches has teamed up with BED BATH & BEYOND to offer the chance to enjoy some quality fun under the Caribbean sun as part of the Holiday Every Day Giveaway.Sandals Resorts Wins Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards 2016 Marking its 29th year, Condé Nast Traveler has asked its readers to choose their favorite travel destinations to be recognized in an exclusive web-only list of the 100 Best Hotels & Resorts in the World. More than 300,000 travelers took part in this year's annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey, submitting millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments to help them create a list of winning favorites.The Sandals Foundation and School Specialty Partner to Support Hurricane Matthew-Impacted Caribbean Students The Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, has teamed up with School Specialty, Inc. for its Pack for a Purpose® program. Providing much-needed supplies for the Sandals and Beaches locally-supported schools in the Caribbean, their efforts have also come during the current relief and rebuilding efforts in the region following Hurricane Matthew. Couple visiting Sandals Regency La Toc Found Lost Wedding Band in Ocean...And Found the Owner Charlotte newlywed couple, Julie and Colin, were spending their honeymoon at Sandals Regency La Toc recently when they made a suprinsing discovery while spending their day in the sun and sea. To their suprise it was a wedding band...a wedding band that had been missing for four years. Sandals Royal Bahamian Re-Opens Its Doors to Guests The Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island located in Nassau, Bahamas opened its doors back up yesterday, welcoming guests and debuting an extensive US$4 million makeover. The resort, which was originally slated to re-open October 14 following its scheduled renovations, was forced to postpone in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. The Bachelorette Canada Visits Sandals Ochi You may remember from last year, the U.S. hit romance show, The Bachelor, set the final stage for Ben Higgins to find love at Sandals Resorts in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. As Ben found his happy ending with final contestant, Lauren Bushnell, it seems Canada's Bachelorette, Jasmine Lorimer, thought she would start her love journey right back in the same spot at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort.The Sandals Foundation Begins Relief Efforts After Hurricane Matthew After the devastation of Hurricane Matthew, The Sandals Foundation has taken initiative to help our members and neighbors of the Caribbean. Remaining true to its core values - community, education and environment - the foundation has taken this natural disaster seriously as well as getting a start to help those communities begin to repair. Beaches Turks and Caicos brings Country to the Caribbean with the Story Behind The Songs Event! A Beaches Turks and Caicos vacation may arguably be the best experience you and your family will ever have but add in an acoustic concert on the beach with your favorite country artists and you’ve just described Beaches’ latest LIV+ event!Four More Reasons to Honeymoon at Sandals Resorts There’s now even more reason to honeymoon at Sandals Resorts! Experience the Luxury Included® honeymoon of a lifetime at the resorts made for two people in love, now offering honeymooners new amazing accommodation options, a complimentary transportation service for guests arriving at Ocho Rios in Jamaica and a recent award recognition testament that our Red Lane® spa is simply the best.Sandals Foundation & Scholastic Fairs Team Up To Help Students Thrive Academically In a continuing effort to improve student literacy throughout the Caribbean, the Sandals Foundation recently announced that it will again team with Scholastic Book Fairs, a division of Scholastic, the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books, to donate 25,000 children’s books to students across the islands of the Caribbean through the Sandals Foundation’s Reading Road Trip, an educational outreach program operated by Island Routes Caribbean Adventures. Sandals Resorts is recognised as Hotel & Resort Operator of the year at the 2016 TTG Travel Awards Sandals Resorts has been presented with the prestigious Hotel & Resort Operator of the Year award at the 2023 TTG Travel Awards, held at the Lyceum Theatre in London on Monday 19th September 2023. The award recognises the Caribbean’s leading Luxury Included® resorts’ continued efforts to deliver excellence in product and service.Sandals Resorts International Honored At Annual World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) was honored with 15 prestigious awards at the 23rd Annual World Travel Awards 2023 Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony held on September 17th, 2023 at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort. The Luxury Included® Resort Company demonstrated its continued commitment to excellence of the brand and its resorts by receiving, once again, the notable recognition of the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand, thus earning this title for 23 consecutive years.Sandals Wedding Blog Begins New Instagram Pics of the Week Series If you’re planning a WeddingMoon and desperately need your daily dose of wedding inspiration, the Sandals Wedding Blog can be your go-to destination wedding and honeymoon planning resource! The award-winning blog recently announced a fun new series in which they will be sharing their top 5 Instagram WeddingMoons® pics of the week, every week, so make sure you’re following @WeddingMoons on Instagram and visiting the Sandals Wedding Blog to see whose been featured.Sandals Resorts Hosts the 10th Annual Chairman's Invitational Golf Tournament with Special Guest, Greg Norman From September 7-11, 2023, Sandals Select Guest Members, Sandals Resorts’ most loyal returning guests, spent some time out on the green during the 10th Annual Chairman’s Invitational Golf Tournament. The two-day tournament, sponsored by Bank of America, was held at Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, Bahamas and was hosted exclusively for members of Sandals Select Rewards program.Sandals Resorts Announces Additional Over-the-Water Bungalows in Jamaica Ready to Book Today Due to the popularity of the Caribbean’s first-ever Over-the-Water Villas, Sandals Resorts announces 12 additional Over-the-Water Bungalows at Sandals Royal Caribbean. The new Over-the-Water Private Island Butler Honeymoon Bungalow room categories will be available for sale immediately for arrivals beginning February 1st, 2023.The Ministry of Sound Chills Out at Sandals With Reggae’s Caribbean roots and Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa’s idyllic beachfront setting, it’s easy to see why the resort was chosen by the Ministry of Sound to shoot the promotional video for its new ‘Chilled Reggae’ album.WeddingMoon Couples Enjoy a Free Wedding, $1000 Air Credit and More! The Caribbean destination wedding of your dreams awaits you at Sandals Resorts, the resorts made for two people in love! Enjoy a free Beautiful Beginnings wedding and receive complimentary perks for you and your wedding guests, including a dedicated wedding planning dream team from pre-travel to your special day, private functions, plus more! In addition, you can now take advantage of great value with up to $1000 air credit, a free catamaran cruise, and more.These Brand New Suites Are Now at Sandals Halcyon in St. Lucia Choose from ocean and garden views with these all new suites at Sandals Halcyon in St. Lucia. Having made their debut this month, the new Oceanview Club Level Room with Balcony and Grand Luxe Club Level Room both equipped with Outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tubs are available for you to book.Introducing the New Overwater Wedding Chapel at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Couples can now say I do at the first overwater chapel in the Caribbean at Sandals Grande St. Lucian! We’re excited to unveil the new Overwater Serenity Wedding Chapel, a unique wedding location at Sandals Grande St. Lucian and a first-ever of its kind on any island in the Caribbean. With spectacular panoramic views of Rodney Bay, this distinct wedding venue can seat up to 20 of your closest family and friends for an intimate and memorable occasion.Your Travel Made Easier with New Nonstop Flights and Transportation Traveling to any of the seven Sandals Resorts or two Beaches Resorts in Jamaica is now easier than ever with Delta Air Lines’ launch of weekly nonstop service from Boston Logon Airport to Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay. Beginning December 17th, 2023, this additional flight will be operating on Saturdays with these new departure times:Sandals and Beaches Resorts Gives Guests The Chance To Give Back September 14-18 Staying at Beaches Negril or Sandals Negril from September 14-18th? Or looking for the perfect opportunity to give back? What better way to do it on vacation. You can participate in a special Island Impact weekend-long event, presented by the resort company’s new Luxury Included® Vacation Plus (LIV+) Events program. This Island Impact package will offer guests the chance to partake in various activities with the Sandals Foundation such as Pack for a Purpose, Scholastic Reading Road Trip, 1000 Smiles Dental Project, International Coastal Cleanup and more.Help Plan the Wedding of the Year for a Chance to Win a Getaway Plus More with #IDoAtSandals! WeddingMoons® is now giving couples an intimate and interactive look at planning a destination wedding with Sandals Resorts, plus the chance to win by helping plan the destination wedding of the year with #IDoAtSandals!Get WeddingMoon® Ready with Sandals Resorts Sandals Resorts, experts in the art of romance and providing unforgettable bespoke weddings and honeymoons in the Caribbean, is teaming up with the wedding industry’s hottest experts this autumn to host its first ever series of ‘WeddingMoon® Ready’ workshop events.Say "I Do" at Sandals Grande St. Lucian's New Overwater Chapel Looking for the perfect spot to say "I Do"? Sandals Grande St. Lucian has the perfect new unique wedding location, the new Overwater Tranquility Wedding Chapel. Located at the most southwestern point of the resort, the open-air, glass ailed chapel boasts panoramic views of the spectacular Rodney Bay, is the first-ever of its kind in the Caribbean.Pretty Little Liars Star Tammin Sursok Vacations at Beaches Turks & Caicos Pretty Little Liars star, Tammin Sursok, otherwise known for her part as Jenna Marshall on the hit TV show, returned for the second time with her family for some R&R to Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. Tammin was joined by her hubby and adorable two-year-old daughter, Phoenix, for a Luxury Included Vacation.Get up to $2200* in Credits and More at Sandals and Beaches! WeddingMoons® by Sandals and Beaches offers amazing value for couples with up to $2200* in credits and more! First, you can preview your WeddingMoon with 2 nights in paradise through our Test Drive your WeddingMoon program and receive up to $700* credit when you book your WeddingMoon group of 10 rooms or more. Plus, for a limited time, we’ll give you a $1500* WeddingMoons® gift to use towards a selection of WeddingMoon favorites that will bring to life the destination wedding of your dreams!Get the New Suite Experience at Sandals Halcyon Looking for the best new "suite" escape? Sandals Halcyon has two brand new suites for you and your partner to vacation to. These new pads feature a room with a view, a private pool, and even your very own personal butler.Sandals and Beaches Luxury Included® Honeymoons Offer the Best of Both Worlds At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, we offer couples the best of both worlds with the Honeymoon Hop® program for adventure-mooners, plus the option to unwind at our award-winning Red Lane® spa and relax on the best beaches in the Caribbean! It’s just the right mix for honeymooners wanting to dib and dab in a little bit of everything, depending on the mood. So leave your worries behind and spend your honeymoon dedicated to each other.The Sandals Foundation Continues to Make a Difference in the Caribbean Since 2023, the Sandals Foundation and Wades World Foundation have been teaming up to instill in Caribbean youth valuable lessons such as self-confidence, discipline, teamwork, and perseverance through an athletic initiative called Game Changer. It’s now 2023 and they’re still at it! But this time by refurbishing 2 basketball courts, one in Grenada and one in St. Lucia.Sandals Resorts Nominated for 2016 British Travel Award Sandals Resorts has been nominated for the Best All-inclusive Hotel & Resort Brand in the prestigious 2023 British Travel Awards (BTAs). The winners will be determined by the consumers, who have until 30 September to cast their votes, with the successful companies announced at the BTA Gala Awards Dinner, being held in London on 23 November 2023.WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite of the Month: Beachfront Romeo & Juliet Butler Villa Suite at Sandals Montego Bay Immerse yourself in a true beachfront resort where the party never stops at Sandals Montego Bay, located in sunny Jamaica! At this flagship, true original Sandals resort, you’ll discover a Love Nest Suite so perfect for honeymooners that we just had to name it after one of history’s most famous love stories. So grab your Romeo or Juliet and get to know this playful and romantic Caribbean resort’s incredible beachfront room dedicated to romance.The Return of Rum, Rhythm & Roots! Due to popular demand, Sandals Resorts is delighted to announce the return of its exclusive culinary-focused holiday, hosted by King of ‘Reggae Reggae’ cuisine, Levi Roots, at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort.Wheel of Fortune® & Beaches Resorts Celebrate Summer Celebrate summer with Beaches Resorts and Wheel of Fortune® all this week, July 25-29, with a special re-airing of the popular Wheel of Fortune’s Beaches Resorts Family Week!Sandals Ochi Beach Resort hits the Radio Airwaves! Sandals Resorts is welcoming 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to trade in their studios, slip on their sandals and broadcast their popular shows live from the most happening place in Jamaica, Sandals Ochi Beach Resort.Hot off the Press It’s all well and good us telling you how wonderful our resorts are (well it is true they are fabulous), but it often helps to read about other people’s thoughts and experiences too. Here you will find a fantastic roundup of some of our favourite reviews from around our Sandals Resorts, as well as a cheeky little competition piece in which you could win a trip to Beaches Ocho Rios for 4 people!New Music Library Announced for Wedding Videos! Sandals and Beaches know how important it is to capture every precious moment of your destination wedding. That’s why we offer three distinct styles of wedding videos to match your style, including Vintage, Traditional and Contemporary videography packages. And now, you’ll also have access to a new library of licensed music tracks to be used exclusively on wedding videos!Sandals Wins Best All-Inclusive Hotel Chain for 2016 TravelAge West WAVE Awards Awarded for its third consecutive year, Sandals Resort is excited to take home 'Best All-Inclusive Hotel Chain of the Caribbean' from the this year's TravelAge West WAVE Awards.Extended: WeddingMoons® Groups Spa Credit Promotion Great news! Sandals and Beaches are excited to extend the exclusive WeddingMoons® Groups Spa Credit Promotion until September 30, 2023. For all you couples that love to indulge, now when you book your stay as a WeddingMoons® group, you and your family and friends can get pampered at our award-winning Red Lane® spa with a $150 spa credit for each room. Let our Red Lane® Spa Specialists treat you and your loved ones to experiences and treatments you’ll not soon forget! But hurry, this sizzling wedding groups booking bonus has only been extended until September 30, 2023, exclusively for group contracts.Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa Wins Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards Each year Travel + Leisure asks its readers to cast their votes and weigh in on their favorite hotels around the globe among other various categories. This year a new Sandals took home the name for "Best Resort" in the Caribbean. Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa was ranked number 15 among Travel + Leisure's "Best Resort Hotels in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas" category.Celebrity Sighting: Tyler Blackburn and Chris Galya Spotted at Sandals in the Bahamas Pretty Little Liars star Tyler Blackburn and Chris Galya of Disney’s Jessie traveled to the Bahamas, visiting Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, Bahamas over the 4th of July weekend. The friends continued their vacation at Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, Bahamas.The Sandals Foundation Featured on the Today Show's Voluntourism Segment This past Sunday the Sandals Foundation was featured on Sunday ‘Today’ show hosted by Willie Geist highlighted as a way to "vacation with a purpose" with voluntourism becoming a popular way to vacation. This special segment of the Today Show highlighted travel companies that offer vacationers ways to “give back” while on vacation and Sandals was one of the select few! One of those ways is through the Sandals Foundation Reading Road Trip, where you get the opportunity to give back to local children while making an impact.Watch Now: BRIDES Live Wedding® Features Sandals Barbados and Latest Fall Offer for Honeymooners! Join YouTube sensation, Elle Fowler, in episode 3 of the BRIDES Live Wedding® Series as she embarks on a two-night Honeymoon Sneak Peek journey to Sandals Barbados to preview everything the Luxury Included® honeymoon has to offer. From staying in a dreamy Love Nest Suite, to experiencing a romantic candlelight dinner and relaxing couples massage, this episode perfectly sums up the Honeymoon Sneak Peek experience, available exclusively this Fall at any Sandals Resort or Beaches Resort.Sandals Over-the-Water Suites Featured on The Huffington Post They are part of the All New Jamaica and The Huffington Post is calling them "The Ultimate Luxury." Sandals Royal Caribbean's new Over-the-Water Villas were featured by The Huffington Post among ten resorts recognized for their private pools as the ultimate luxury for couples enjoying their honeymoon.Real Housewives of Orange County's Heather Dubrow Vacations at Beaches Turks & Caicos Maybe you caught Monday night's episode of Real Housewives of Orange County where reality TV star, Heather Dubrow, decided to take her hubby and kids for a family fun vacation at Beaches Turks & Caicos All-Inclusive Resort. The Sandals and Beaches WeddingMoons® Experience Discover the Luxury Included® WeddingMoons® experience at Sandals Resorts, the resorts made for two people in love, and Beaches Resorts, the resorts made for everyone. When you get married at Sandals or Beaches, every detail is taken care of so you can celebrate the promise of eternal love in paradise with the brilliant turquoise waters and lush tropical foliage of the Caribbean islands as your backdrop! Best of all, your dream honeymoon begins the moment you arrive in the most romantic settings on earth! Sandals Resorts Featured on Travel Channel’s 7 Water Wonders Making its way to the top of the list, not only one, but two Sandals Resorts made it on Travel Channel’s 7 Water Wonders featured for its best adult-only resort pools on the planet. Sandals Select: Your Suite Dreams Fulfilled at Beaches Turks & Caicos! From October 24-28, 2023, we honor you—our loyal Sandals Select Rewards members—at Beaches Turks & Caicos where you’ll be celebrated with exclusive excursions, activities, gifts and events. That’s not all! Enjoy all of the amazing services, amenities and activities of Beaches Turks & Caicos. Even more, choose from an array of luxuriously spacious accommodations like Beaches Turks & Caicos’ newest suite, the Caribbean Honeymoon One Bedroom Concierge Villa Suite.WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite® of the Month: Beachfront Butler Suite with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub at Sandals Barbados Located in the Beachfront Village of the all-new Sandals Barbados retreat, this exceptional Love Nest Suite® features elegant furnishings, a separate living room boasting a cozy seating area, an expansive balcony with stunning ocean views and a private Tranquility Soaking Tub for two, right on your balcony! Just imagine the cool breeze on your face while you tantalize all of your senses in these our signature tubs. It really is the perfect way to begin your romantic honeymoon of a lifetime at Sandals Barbados!3 Idyllic Reasons to Choose Sandals Royal Caribbean! A resort for the senses Sandals Royal Caribbean is set amid the heart of Montego Bay, Jamaica. Here, you’ll experience enchanting services and amenities, and gourmet cuisine, alongside exquisite accommodations. Sandals Royal Caribbean offers an added measure of luxury and excellence with innovative suite designs and elegant décor that reflects the graciousness of Great Houses of days past—the ideal place to catch the perfect sunrise, share romantic moments, and simply unwind.Paint Your #HappyPlace at Pinot's Palette For A Chance to Win a Sandals Resorts Luxury Included Vacation Pinot’s Palette and Sandals Resorts #HappyPlace Summer Getaway is in full swing, and we can’t help but think about hitting the beach. With that in mind, Sandals Resorts has partnered with Pinot’s Palette, the fastest growing paint-and-sip franchise in the nation, to send a lucky winner to their #HappyPlace as part of the Reality Meets Your #HappyPlace Summer Sweepstakes! Now through August 13, Pinot’s Palette’s guests who attend any participating studio and select any one or more of the 15 different summer series paintings will be entered to win a Luxury Included® Vacation at any Sandals Resort in Jamaica, St. Lucia, Bahamas, Antigua, Barbados and Grenada. Pinot’s Palette is the perfect place for a romantic date night, or a fun group get together. Paired with the chance to win a 4-day Luxury Included® Vacation, what could make you happier this summer? Check your local studio for upcoming designated classes in the summer #HappyPlace series here.Chief Teen Officer of Beaches Resorts’ Teen Advisory Panel, Sabrina Stewart, Gives Back While on Summer Vacation South Florida high-schooler Sabrina Stewart, and daughter of Sandals Resorts International Chairman, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, has kick started her summer in a non-traditional style. Instead of simply packing her suitcase with trendy sunglasses and bikinis in preparation of sun, sea and sand, Sabrina decided with four of her friends to pack much-needed supplies for local schools and pregnant teenagers in support of the Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts InternationalNEW Sandals Virtual Wedding Planning Experience! Sandals Resorts is dedicated to providing easy ways to plan your upcoming celebration. From the Sandals Online Destination Wedding Designer to the interactive Sandals Wedding Planning Guide, Sandals provides convenient solutions to plan your WeddingMoon. We are excited to announce a new wedding application called the Sandals Virtual Wedding Planning Experience. This system is designed to enable a rich, face-to-face interactive experience for you and your wedding planner. The Sandals Virtual Wedding Planning Experience comprises video and audio conferencing, chat, share screen, and share media, and allows multiple persons to be part of the same interactive consultation call. Here’s what our customers are saying that they liked most about the experience:Find Your Suite Escape at Sandals Montego Bay From the pristine hills to the immaculate sea, Montego Bay satisfies a taste for adventure, culture, and relaxation. Sandals Montego Bay, located in heart of Jamaica, is no exception to Montego Bay’s calling, gratifying any and every whim with Jamaica’s best private beach, nine world-class restaurants, award-winning Red Lane® Spa, and an array of watersports. Sandals Weddingmoons® New Virtual Wedding Planning Experience Weddings at Sandals and Beaches Resorts have just moved further into the 21st century. Coming August 2023, Sandals will be unveiling our newest luxury included WeddingMoons® feature, the Virtual Wedding Planning Experience. The all new Virtual Wedding Planning Experience is bringing Sandals wedding consultations to a whole new level by bringing you interactive face-to-face communication between you and your Wedding Planner. Completely web-based (and even better requires no tricky download), this experience features both video and audio conferencing, allowing you to chat, share screen, share media, and even allows multiple persons to be part of the same interactive consultation call. The Virtual Wedding Planning Experience will be a new way through which brides will be able to conduct their very own one-on-one wedding planning process by staying engaged with their Wedding Planner and even receive a personal styling session with one of our Red Lane Spa specialists. Look out for the all new Virtual Wedding Planning Experience this summer and begin planning your perfect day. To learn more about Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Weddingmoons®, please visit www.sandals.com/weddingmoons or www.beaches.com/weddingmoonsAccess Hollywood Features Sandals Emerald Bay Celebrity Golf Weekend This past week Liz Hernandez, host of Access Hollywood joined Sandals Emerald Bay for the Celebrity Golf Weekend in one of this summer’s hottest spots: The Great Exhumas. Joining Access Hollywood were stars Anthony Anderson (Blackish), Tony Dovolani (Dancing with the Stars), and Kyle Richards (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) just to name a few. Indulging in the luxury treatment, Liz and the group of stars experience the infamous swimming pigs, worked up a sweat with celebrity trainer, Astrid Swan, and brought their best swings (and selfies) for a game of golf on Sandals Resorts first, and only, Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. While the celebrities were having a little friendly competition to benefit The Sandals Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Sandals Resorts International, Liz Hernandez was able to get the inside scoop and hear about their unforgettable experiences at Sandals Emerald Bay. Fall Exclusive Wedding Group Promotion for 2017 & 2018 Sandals and Beaches Resorts want to give you even more reason to celebrate your wedding during the fall with up to 2 additional private functions to choose from, plus all of the amazing complimentary WeddingMoons® inclusions and group inclusions when you book 20 rooms or more!Sandals Resorts Hosts Celebrity Golf Weekend in Great Exuma Sandals Resorts brought the heat to Sandals Emerald Bay this weekend as the resort welcomed 15 celebrities to one of Hollywood’s hottest summer vacation destinations— The Exumas. Customize your Honeymoon with Romantic Routes Caribbean Adventures! The Caribbean islands are home to some of the most stunning beaches in the world, and every Sandals Resort sits directly on one of them. While this is true, we also know that we’re way more than just sand and sea. We know our islands intimately and are ready to let you in on all of the secrets that paradise has to offer with our very own hand-picked Romantic Routes adventure tours for honeymooners.Extended Memorial Day Sale Ends Soon! Book your getaway to Sandals Resorts by Friday, June 3, for amazing Memorial Day savings. Get up to a $1,000 Instant Air Credit, FREE Catamaran Cruise, up to $750 Booking Bonus, Red Lane® Spa Credit and more. With our extended Memorial Day Sale you’re also eligible to receive a FREE set of Waterford® Crystal champagne flutes and an Amoro for Sandals bracelet!Aisle Society Spends Their First Retreat at Sandals Royal Bahamian Looking for the perfect wedding advice? From location to style to the overall perfect wedding for you and your loved one, Aisle Society has come together to be the ultimate online go-to for couples planning their perfect day. Coming together at Sandals Royal Bahamian for their first-ever collective meet up, the elite group of 30 wedding bloggers from around the world met up to collaborate on each of their best ideas and experience all Sandals WeddingMoons® has to offer.Sandals Select Rewards: Join Today for Exclusive Events & Benefits! If you’ve ever been to Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts, it’s free and simple to join Sandals Select Rewards. Begin receiving amazing perks, including bonus points with each Luxury Included® stay, member-only exclusive offers, on-resort special treatment, enrollment gift of 10,000 bonus points (a $250 value), and so much more! With every visit, you’ll also be working toward a FREE WEEK at Sandals or Beaches.Honeymooners Enjoy a Free Package, $1000 Air Credit, and More! Experience the Luxury Included® honeymoon of a lifetime at Sandals Resorts, the resorts made for two people in love. Honeymooners can take advantage of our free honeymoon package complete with chilled sparkling wine, a special turndown service and a decadent breakfast in bed. Plus, we’ll even throw in an airfare credit and more exciting perks guaranteed to give you the Caribbean honeymoon of your dreams.Stay at 1 Play at 3: The Sandals Resort Exchange Program in St. Lucia Have you ever found a pair of shoes or t-shirt that you loved so much you wanted to get them in various colors? In the same way, Sandals Resorts in St. Lucia beckon you with undeniable allure—and you can’t help but enjoy all three!Top 5 Reasons to Book Sandals Barbados White sand beaches, lush palm trees, and one of the friendliest islands in the Caribbean, Barbados is the ultimate vacation getaway. Whether it's your wedding, honeymoon, or "just because" vacation, Sandals Barbados gives you plenty of reasons to make it your vacation destination:Hello Summer! Enter the Ocean Potion B.F.F Girls Getaway Sweepstakes for Your Chance to Win! Who’s ready for a little fun under the Caribbean sun this summer? Beaches has partnered with Ocean Potion Suncare products to help kick off summer with the Ocean Potion B.F.F Girls Getaway Sweepstakes. Up for grabs is an unforgettable Luxury Included® Girls Getaway to Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. This promotional partnership screams summer and is one you don’t want to miss! Beaches Reunion Week in Negril, Jamaica: October 17 -21, 2016 Bring the whole family along for fun and games—it’s reunion time! What’s in store for our most valued guests during Beaches Reunion Week in Negril, Jamaica? Alongside Beaches Negril dining at 9 specialty restaurants, Pirate’s Island Waterpark, and spectacular accommodations, you’ll enjoy exclusive activities and great company!WeddingMoons® Announces New Wedding Entertainment Options From fire eaters and limbo dancers to stilt walkers, live bands and beyond, the Caribbean is alive with rhythm! Music and dance flow through every aspect of Caribbean life and that’s why we’ve made it our commitment to bring you even more unique wedding entertainment options. Wrap your wedding celebrations in island charm with each new exciting option guaranteed to leave you and your guests with fun-filled memories that will last a lifetime.No Worry Movement: We Have Everything You Want! Escape to a Luxury Included® paradise that’s worry free! With a bounty of included activities and amenities, it’s inevitable that you’ll enjoy an incredible getaway at Sandals Resorts where you're free to live unlimited—and vacation without worries.Beaches Resorts Named a 2016 Family Vacation Critic Favorite Looking for the perfect family vacation? Looks like Beaches has you covered.REVOLVE Magazine & Top Blog Influencers #LiveFunner with Island Routes in Jamaica As if Jamaica couldn’t get any prettier, REVOLVE Magazine brought five top hot influencers to Jamaica last week to take part in a little work & play and debut their exclusive 5x5 Swim Project.Beaches ReTie the Knot Couples in for a Treat This Fall! This Fall, make your celebration of love a true family affair with a renewal of vows at Beaches, the Luxury Included® resorts made for everyone! Whether your marriage is seasoned or still fresh, you can celebrate your love with an intimate group during the Fall, and still enjoy extra upgrades and inclusions typically reserved for larger groups. Not only will Beaches Resorts offer more for smaller ReTie the Knot parties this fall, but it also offers equally romantic settings and amazing celebration options, including an exclusive Unity Sand Ceremony for couples wanting to incorporate their children in a special way.With Thanks: Exclusive Service Discount! Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts extend an exclusive offer to members of the U.S. and Canada military, International Association of Firefighters Members, and U.S. and Canada active force members as a special thank you for your service. Enjoy a well-deserved vacation in paradise alongside an additional 10% off! Luxury Included® experiences await for the whole family or just for the two of you! Choose from an impressive range of resorts in Jamaica, St. Lucia, Antigua, the Bahamas, Grenada, Barbados, or Turks & Caicos.Sandals Regency La Toc in St. Lucia brand new Love Nest Suites® are the Perfect Romantic Getaway Ultimate romance meets St. Lucia at Sandals Regency La Toc with its brand new Love Nest Suites® as the perfect getaway for you and your hunny.Island Routes Offers Two New Tours in Ocho Rios Whether you are an adrenaline junkie looking for some thrill or trying to enjoy some R&R time, Island Routes now offers two new tours for guests visiting Ocho Rios, Jamaica.Top PADI® ‘Discover Scuba’ Dive Locales for Novice Divers Powdery, white sand beaches, savory gourmet dining experiences, innovative accommodations, and unlimited refreshing beverages—does it get any better than this? Yes! At Sandals, alongside these amazing services, amenities and accommodations, exciting water sports and fun-filled diving experiences are available too…even to new divers!BRIDES Live Wedding Voting Opens for YouTube Star Elle Fowler’s Sandals Honeymoon Sandals Resorts has partnered yet again with BRIDES Magazine for the BRIDES Live Wedding event of the year! This year’s BRIDES Live Wedding has been following YouTube sensation and lifestyle, beauty, and fashion maven Elle Fowler through her wedding planning journey, giving fans everywhere the chance to vote on elements of her wedding, including the honeymoon of a lifetime at Sandals Luxury Included® Resorts!Sandals Resorts wins 2016 Brides Best Honeymoon Award Looking for the perfect honeymoon spot for you and your soon-to-be Mr. or Mrs.? Is your ideal destination filled with turquoise waters and white sand beaches? Better yet, service at your fingertips and at your beckon call? Sandals has you covered in all areas, and in turn has been named by BRIDES as one of the Top 10 All-Inclusive Resorts for BRIDES Best Honeymoons 2023.Listen all week as Your Favorite Stations Broadcast #LIVEfromBeaches! All this week, 20 Hit Stations from across the U.S. bring their shows from the studios to the Beaches as they broadcast LIVE from Beaches Ocho Rios- A Spa, Golf & Waterpark Resort, May 2-6. Listen in on all the fun on air, and follow the action online with the hashtag #LIVEfromBeaches for your chance to win a 4-day/3-night Luxury Included® Vacation to any Beaches Resort, including roundtrip airfare!Small Wedding Parties Receive More Upgrades and Inclusions This Fall! Couples thinking of celebrating their union this Fall with only a handful of their closest family and friends are in for a treat! During the Fall only, Sandals and Beaches are giving even the most intimate of wedding parties the opportunity to tie the knot with the extra upgrades and inclusions that are typically reserved for larger wedding parties. This means that the bride and groom can receive a room upgrade upon availability, and more wedding events and activities that everyone can enjoy during this special time in their lives. EPIX at Sandals Ochi! Adding to the sundry Sandals Ochi repertoire, a new EPIX Studio located in the Great House Lobby will make its debut. The resort will soon boast the opening of the first EPIX Professional Imaging Store featuring a Wedding Viewing Lounge and EPIX Studio by Joe Craig. Marcus Scribner Visits Beaches Ocho Rios to serve as newly appointed Youth Advocate Ambassador You may know him as Junior on ABC’s hit show, Blackish, or recognize his voice from Pixar movie, The Good Dinosaur. Marcus Scribner, who visited Beaches Ocho Rios with his family last week, joined Beaches to explore his new role as Youth Advocate Ambassador to the Sandals Foundation., the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International dedicated to improving the lives of those in the Caribbean with a focus on Education, Environment and Community. Marcus was originally inspired by the work of the Sandals Foundation on a recent visit to Turks & Caicos, where he was invited to serve as a Teen Advisory Panelist (TAP) for Beaches Resorts. Being a source of “teen intelligence” Marcus and 12 other TAP members were among the first to pioneer a philanthropic program specifically for teens known as Island Impact. It was during this experience where Marcus became inspired to give back. Through that journey, Marcus has been appointed as the first ever Youth Advocate Ambassador. From Los Angeles, California to Ocho Rios, Jamaica Marcus set out to o make his very own Island Impact during his visit to Beaches Ocho Rios.Sandals Select: A Rewarding Event for the Whole Family We’re just months away from the biggest family celebration of the year! Sandals Select Rewards members—get ready for exclusive family fun at Beaches Resorts. Start planning your family vacation to your favorite home away from home to enjoy water parks, water sports, Xbox Play Lounge, nightly entertainment, and more! Along with the Luxury Included® services and amenities of Beaches, you’ll also indulge in Sandals Select exclusive activities, prizes and gifts.Marcus Scribner Gives Back with the Sandals Foundation in Celebration of Earth Day Friday, April 22nd marks the calendar as Earth Day, the day we get to give a little something back to the place we call home. This year, Marcus Scribner from ABC’s hit show Blackish, has chosen to participate in Island Impact, the Foundation’s teen voluntourism program. Marcus will be participating with Beaches Resorts and Sandals Resorts to plant over 1,500 trees in appreciation for Earth Day at Beaches Ocho Rios in Jamaica. Each year, the Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International supports environmental initiatives and to date have planted over 12,000 trees.Cheers to a Fab Beaches Friends Forever Girls Getaway! What better way to celebrate your friendship than with a getaway tailored for you and your besties? Another memorable Beaches Friends Forever (BFF) Girls Getaway at Beaches Turks and Caicos wrapped up April 11, 2023 and to rave reviews! Best friends from all over had nothing but acclaim for the luxury accommodations, specialized service, free gifts, and exclusive BFF experiences including the Ocean Potion’s Beach Bon Fire & All-White Party and the private Sail-Away Snorkeling Catamaran Cruise, an Island Routes excursion. Sandals is recognised as Editor's Choice in the UK Wedding Awards 2016 Sandals Resorts is delighted to announce that it has been recognised as one of the ‘Editor’s Choice Winners’ in The UK Wedding Awards 2023. Sandals was nominated by Michelle Royle, Editor at Perfect Wedding.Little Bites® & Beaches Smiling Together Getaway Spring has sprung and with warm weather on our mind, we can’t help but think about hitting the beach. Beaches has teamed up with Entenmann’s®, the makers of Little Bites® muffins to offer snacking families the chance to smile together and enjoy some quality fun under the Caribbean sun, as park of the Smiling Together Getaway Sweepstakes. Sandals and Beaches Now Has More Than 50 Elite PADI Instructors If scuba diving is on your bucket list, Sandals and Beaches Resorts have more than 50 Elite Instructors to choose from when diving into your new adventure. Partnered with PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, Sandals and Beaches offer guests the chance to get certified at every resort.Fall Exclusive: Sandals and Beaches Honeymoon Sneak Peek Exclusively this Fall, couples planning the honeymoon of their dreams can now enjoy the ultimate “Sneak Peek” experience before they book at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts! Starting at an exclusive rate of $500 per couple (airfare additional) for a maximum 2-night stay, you’ll have the chance to experience everything the Luxury Included® Honeymoon has to offer at any Sandals or Beaches. Plus, after your Sneak Peek, you can receive additional savings when you book your future honeymoon with us!Sandals Royal Bahamian New Love Nest® Suites are the Perfect Romantic Getaway As if luxury couldn’t get any better, Sandals Royal Bahamian in the Bahamas just stepped up the game. With brand new renovations and all new Royal Village Love Nest® Suites, your private, romantic getaway is just a quick plane ride away.Sandals Select: Top 5 Reasons to Attend the Spring Chairman’s Golf Invitational in Jamaica Home to rolling hills, clear-blue waters, and sun-filled days, Jamaica is one of the most enchanting places in the Caribbean. This spring, the sundry island is home to the Chairman’s Golf Invitational from May 13-14! Need more reasons to join us? Here are five:Extended: WeddingMoons® Groups Spa Credit Promotion Great news! Sandals and Beaches are excited to extend the exclusive WeddingMoons® Groups Spa Credit Promotion until June 30, 2023. For all you couples that love to indulge, now when you book your stay as a WeddingMoons® group, you and your family and friends can get pampered at our award-winning Red Lane® spa with a $150 spa credit for each room. Let our Red Lane® Spa Specialists treat you and your loved ones to experiences and treatments you’ll not soon forget! But hurry, this sizzling wedding groups booking bonus has only been extended until June 30, 2023, exclusively for group contracts.Experience Multiple Islands & Luxury Included® Resorts With Island Hopping! Did you know you can experience your favorite Discovery Dining restaurant at one Sandals resort then island-hop to another Luxury Included® resort for a sunset viewing like no other? An unforgettable, romantic journey for you and the one you love is within reach with island hopping!Sandals and Beaches’ Red Lane Spa Refreshes its Menu Leave your worries at home and reconnect with your mind and body at Sandals’ Red Lane Spa offering brand new treatments, bridal offerings, fitness offerings and more.Experience Your Stay at Sandals London-based Retail Store Thinking about a Caribbean getaway to Sandals, Beaches or Grand Pineapple Resorts but not sure what to expect? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Sandals and Beaches Resorts opened their first ever Luxury Travel Store in Kensington, London . This store allows future vacationers to get a feel and idea of what to expect when booking with Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple Resorts.Sandals Select Rewards: Member Exclusive Perks & Events Only the most loyal Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts guests—Sandals Select Rewards members—know what it’s like to be Luxury Included® VIP…again and again!It’s Sandals Resorts Week on Wheel of Fortune®! Sandals Resorts and Wheel of Fortune want you to grab your sunscreen and floppy hat, because Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Week is coming to your family room! It’s time to sit back, relax and watch as contestants spin to win their way to the Caribbean.SPOTTED: Famous Actor, Gilles Marini Vacationing at Beaches Turks & Caicos Beaches Turks & Caicos is a hot spot for spring break. In fact, celebrity Gilles Marini, best known for his roles in Eva Longoria's hit TV series “Devious Maids" and popular movie, “Sex & The City 2", chose this family destination as his spring break vacation spot.Sandals Resorts First Luxury Travel Store Opens to the Public Unique Vacations Ltd, UK representatives for Leading Caribbean resorts - Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple,opened its first ever global dedicated high street retail experience on 30th March 2023. The Luxury Travel Store based in Chelsea, London has further cemented Sandals’ status as industry leader and innovator and will be the first overseas hotel brand to have a stand-alone high street outlet in the UK.Sandals Select: Beaches Ocho Rios For Reunion Week This Fall! With Sandals Spring Reunion Week in full swing this week, the reunion fun is just beginning! If your reunion week getaway this year will be with the family, Beaches Ocho Rios is a great option for your get-together!Sandals Royal Caribbean: Experience a New Kind of Suite Escape A majestic haven that tells its own unique story through manicured gardens and roaming peacocks, a private offshore island, and casual poolside and beachside pleasures, Sandals Royal Caribbean is often referred to as Jamaica's most alluring resort. Whether seeking a quiet retreat from the everyday or looking for a relaxing suite or room to unwind in with your one and only, Sandals Royal Caribbean offers the perfect setting.Sandals and Beaches Resorts Win PADI award of recognition Whether it’s your first time diving or you are a professional diver, Sandals and Beaches is the perfect place to strap on scuba gear and take the deep plunge. Through a strong partnership with PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, your next Luxury Included® Vacation can include scuba diving in some of the most beautiful, turquoise waters in The Caribbean. Sandals Resorts Over the Water Suites are Bookable Now After almost too much anticipation to handle, Sandals Resorts is thrilled to announce that the Over-the-Water Suites at Sandals Royal Caribbean are now for sale for arrivals beginning 1 December 2023.How to keep your makeup flawless in the Caribbean heat Hot off of the latest series of Lifetime®'s Britain's Next Top Model, internationally renowned make-up artists Lee Pycroft and Katy Nixon joined us back in March on our Facebook page for The Holiday Make-up Q&A. Here is a roundup of the questions you asked along with all their top hints and tips for looking gorgeous in the Caribbean heat.Exclusive Proposal in Paradise Package Offered at Sandals Resorts Following the 20th season finale of ABC’s reality series The Bachelor, Sandals Resorts is offering resort guests in Ocho Rios the exclusive opportunity to pop the question at Rio Chico by Sandals Resorts, the very spot Ben and Lauren got engaged in Jamaica. Priced at $2,000, the Proposal in Paradise experience is available to guests at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort and Sandals Royal Plantation – both of which set the stage for Ben’s love journey in Jamaica during the final two episodes of season 20.Teen Advisory Panelists Alexa and Kali Holmes Weigh in on the #GameChanger Initiative Apart from their responsibilities for Beaches Resorts, TAP also works with the Sandals Foundation, the non - profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, which funds sustainable programs in the areas of education, community and environment which improve people’s lives and preserve our natural surroundings.Beaches Fall Exclusive Offers: A Gold Rush of Opportunity! Fall is coming so it’s only natural to fall for these amazing Beaches Resorts special deals—some of the best exclusive deals, bonuses and credits Beaches has to offer! With something for everyone in the entire family, these special offers at Beaches resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos will make you crave a family vacation in paradise this fall.Sandals Resorts Over the Water Suites are Bookable Now After almost too much anticipation to handle, Sandals Resorts is thrilled to announce that the Over-the-Water Suites at Sandals Royal Caribbean are now for sale for arrivals beginning November, 15, 2023.Championship Golf in the Bahamas or Jamaica – You Choose! This year, choose between two golf vacation destinations for the Chairman’s Golf Invitational—Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club in Great Exuma and the Jamaica Golf & Country Club—each offering a characteristic course with majestic vistas and unique style of play. The Bachelor Finale continues at Sandals Resorts The moment we have all been waiting for is finally here, and we are just as anxious as Lauren and JoJo. We cannot wait to see who gets the final rose, and we know you have friends who are just as crazy about the Bachelor as we are. Wish you could throw an epic watch party – don’t worry we’ve got you covered!Enhance your Honeymoon Stay at Sandals Barbados! Home to Sandals’ first ever Indian restaurant and our romantic, signature fire pits, Sandals Barbados is the perfect way to turn up the heat on your honeymoon! Located in the heart of the Saint Lawrence Gap, you’ll discover a lively destination at this all-new retreat, and immediately feel welcomed by the Bajan people at this vibrant, Luxury Included® resort. If you’re considering Sandals Barbados for your dream honeymoon, here’s just a few ways you can turn it into the honeymoon of a lifetime!Title: Enjoy the Destination Wedding of Your Dreams With a $1500 WeddingMoons® Gift In addition to the spectacular array of WeddingMoons® inclusions, Sandals Resorts destination wedding guests can indulge in an exclusive offer that is uniquely Luxury Included® – a $1500 WeddingMoons gift to enhance your special day!The Holiday Make-Up Q&A with Lee Pycroft & Katy Nixon Hot off of the latest series of Lifetime®'s Britain's Next Top Model, internationally renowned make-up artists Lee Pycroft and Katy Nixon joined us back in March for The Holiday Make-up Q&A, giving us the low-down on all their best hints and tips for looking gorgeous in the Caribbean heat.Exclusive Offer: $1500 WeddingMoons® Gift at Sandals and Beaches We are so thrilled to offer our new WeddingMoon couples the opportunity to bring to life the custom destination wedding of their dreams at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. You’ll discover exciting ways to enhance and personalize your WeddingMoon journey with this amazing $1500 WeddingMoons® gift! This exclusive offer gives you additional value and can be applied towards a selection of WeddingMoon favorites, including designing your custom ceremony and reception with our wedding linen, table décor and additional options, plus a variety of activities at the resort that you might not have thought to explore. Britains Next Top Model comes to Sandals Ochi With its idyllic beachfront location, sophisticated beach club and glamorous seaside Riviera, it’s easy to see why Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, Ocho Rios, Jamaica, was chosen as the setting for the final three episodes of the brand new series of Britain’s Next Top Model, which premiered on UK TV screens on the 14th January 2023 on Lifetime®.Beyond the Rose: An Exclusive Offer! Jamaica lets you experience an intimacy with nature that’s hard to find anywhere else. The warm, summery temperatures and cool, maxi dress-and-shorts nights are made for cuddling up with someone you love. Consider a Sandals Resorts getaway to Ocho Rios, Jamaica to celebrate and strengthen your bond!The Sandals Foundation And Cedella Marley Join Forces And Raise Money for Women in the Caribbean The campaign has been successful thus far. In its first three weeks, the campaign has raised $30,000 online through crowd funding at crowdrise.com/cedellamarley where the goal is to raise 150,000 for the WHOA program by mid-March. A minimum $5 donation enables the donor to receive a special download code for the campaign song, which is refreshed and a modern version of Bob Marley’s famed “Could You Be Loved” re-recorded by daughter, Cedella, and is at the forefront of the new fundraising campaign.Sandals Select: Membership Benefits For All As a Sandals Select Rewards member your loyalty is rewarded at every level – whether Standard, Gold, Platinum or Diamond. You earn special recognition gifts including silver and gold sandals pendants and one free week at Sandals or Beaches based on your membership level. However, all members have access to these fantastic perks:Sandals Select: Membership Benefits For All! As a Sandals Select Rewards member your loyalty is rewarded at every level – whether Standard, Gold, Platinum or Diamond. You earn special recognition gifts including silver and gold sandals pendants and one free week at Sandals or Beaches based on your membership level. However, all members have access to these fantastic perks:Tune-in to the No Worry Movement with your Favorite Radio DJs Sandals Resorts is welcoming 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to trade in their snow boots and slip on their sandals to broadcast their popular shows live from the Bahamas most elegant resort, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island.WeddingMoons® Together Nest Suite of the Month: Oceanview Penthouse Concierge Suite at Beaches Ocho Rios Make your celebration of love a true family affair with a wedding or renewal of vows at Beaches Ocho Rios! Not only do we offer an exclusive Unity Sand Ceremony for couples wanting to incorporate their children in a special way, we now also offer Together Nest Suites®, one-of-a-kind accommodations designed with families in mind. Situated on the top floor of the resort’s main building, today’s featured Together Nest Suite boasts breathtaking panoramas unmatched anywhere in the beautiful region of Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and plenty of space to get together the whole family!Beaches Ocho Rios: 5 Reasons to Book! Beaches Ocho Rios, a Luxury Included resort set amid Jamaica’s lush north coast, has something for each member of the family. Explore this flourishing wonderland, from skipping along the white sand beach to relaxing in a spacious suite complete with everything your family needs. With seven gourmet restaurants, unlimited scuba diving, unlimited golf for everyone, even kids, at the nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club, and so much more, you may never want to leave. Need more reasons to book? Here you go!ABC's Hit Romance Reality Series The Bachelor Visits Sandals Resorts Sandals Resorts, the Luxury Included® resort company for couples in love, will set the stage for romance in Jamaica during an upcoming episode of ABC's reality series The Bachelor. The episode will feature three unique resorts in Jamaica owned by Sandals Resorts International - Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, Sandals Royal Plantation and Rio Chico by Sandals Resorts – as the backdrops for the Bachelor, Ben Higgins, and his final three ladies as their journey comes to an end. The first of two episodes will air Monday, February 29th, 2023 with the second episode to air Monday, March 14th, 2023 both at 8/7c on ABC. The resorts featured in the episodes include:Reclaim Romance with Sandals Resorts! Us Brits love a bit of romance. We're a nation of romantics according to our most recent study. So why are we tarnished with image of the stiff-upper-lipped, cold mannered folk of Europe? With our most recent competition, Sandals is encouraging Brits to #ReclaimRomance and challenge the idea that we are an unromantic nation once and for all!Sandals Select: Two Royal Getaways You Just Can’t Resist! Sandals Royal Caribbean: A British Colonial Estate Featured Honeymoon Hop®: Enjoy Total Luxury and Sophistication in the Eastern Caribbean Experience the Luxury Included® honeymoon of a lifetime at Sandals Resorts! We offer more destinations the Eastern Caribbean with Sandals Honeymoon Hop®. Explore the best of the Eastern Caribbean at Sandals Barbados and Sandals LaSource Grenada. Jet set to Sandals LaSource set on Grenada’s pristine Pink Gin Beach, complete with pools in the sky and living rooms in swimming pools! Then, “hop” over to Sandals Barbados to experience premier luxury at our newest resort destination, home to Sandals’ first ever Indian restaurant.A Luxury Included® Retreat for the Senses: Discover Sandals Barbados Barbados is one of the Caribbean’s most fascinating islands. With a distinctive melting pot of culture, food and music, the island’s sights and sounds provide the perfect backdrop for romance, while Sandals Barbados accentuates this heavenly setting with impeccable service, amenities, and accommodations. After a $42 million refurbishment, all Sandals Barbados guests can enjoy the ultimate escape sated with romantic accommodations in three unique villages, three swimming pools, seven bars, a beachfront whirlpool, and 11 fine dining restaurants.Sandals is Introducing Spectacular Over-The-Water Suites This year will usher in the Caribbean’s first-ever over the water suites. You heard right Perched on a deck floating above turquoise waters, these spectacular accommodations, which are in the midst of construction, feature see-through glass floors for ocean viewing, a tranquility soaking tub, an over-the-water hammock for two and a private infinity pool. Cant' wait? Not to worry. There are plenty of other newly comepleted amntities and accommodations to enjoy while these five over-the-top bingalows are crafted to perfection.All-Star Bowling Classic Helps “Spread The Love” This Valentine’s Day Weekend NBA Champions Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh hosted the All-Star Bowling Classic in Toronto in support of the Game Changer program -- a collaborative integrated sports program created by The Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundation. The Game Changer program, now in its second year, aims to assist youth in underserved communities through sport and mentorship.WeddingMoons® by Sandals and Beaches Host Aisle Society’s First-Ever Retreat! WeddingMoons® by Sandals and Beaches Resorts are thrilled to have recently hosted your favorite wedding bloggers at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island, located in Nassau, Bahamas. Going live this past Fall, Aisle Society, a wedding society of 30 elite wedding gurus from around the world, quickly became the new “it” inspiration hub for discovering the best in weddings! We could not have been more pleased to host their first-ever retreat, complete with an intimate look at the Sandals WeddingMoon product.Sandals Barbados: 5 Reasons to Book! From the design of the swim-up suites to the mesmerizing beauty of Dover Beach, every Sandals Barbados detail, service and amenity strikes just the right note of exclusivity and luxury– here are the top 5 reasons to book at this all-new retreat: Beaches Resorts Honored in 2016 Annual Oyster Awards Beaches Resorts has recently been honored in the Annual Best Hotels of 2023: Oyster Editor’s Choice Awards. Oyster.com, which launched in June 2009 with just 250 hotels, was acquired by TripAdvisor, Inc., over two years ago and today has over 12,000 hotel reviews. Oyster's editorial team visits hotel properties around the world and takes photos of the properties that often differ from hotel-supplied photography of properties. With 33 categories including Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive, Best Kid-Friendly All-inclusive, Best Working Farm Hotel, Most Romantic Wine Country Retreat, Best Party Hotel in Las Vegas and Best Yoga Retreat, the awards span properties around the globe.FREE Gift Registry for All Wedding and Honeymoon Celebrations! Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts want to enhance your destination wedding and honeymoon experience with the exclusive service of our easy and free online gift registry. You’ll be able to select from a range of categories including entertainment, activities, accommodations, dining, shopping, transportation and other unique gift ideas such as romantic tours, luxurious private transportation, a soothing couples massage, upgraded wedding themes, private candlelight dinners… the list goes on!Sandals Resorts Win 2016 TripAdvisor®’s Travelers’ Choice® Awards Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have more quality inclusions than any other resort on the planet, and guests of Sandals Royal Plantation and Sandals LaSource agree, ranking these incredible resorts among the top 25 all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean.Beaches Resorts Honored By Parents Magazine and TripAdvisor Parents magazine, a leader in helping busy moms navigate the uncharted waters of parenting, is a trusted source for guiding moms and helping them feel confident as they make decisions. One of those big decisions is where to spend those hard earned dollars on a family vacation. How to cater to every age group? How can you guarantee value with spend? How rewarding will the experience be for the whole family?Sandals LaSource Grenada: 5 Reasons to Book! Sandals LaSource Grenada, a Luxury Included® jewel amid the bustling St. George’s locale has it all. Here are some of the top reasons to book at this extraordinary retreat:Sandals Select: An Exclusive Golf Getaway Just For You Test your skills at a top golf resort in the 2023 Chairman’s Golf tournaments. These grand courses with their stunning scenery are awe-inspiring. What’s more, you could win a Luxury Included Vacation, plus enjoy exclusive gifts and prizes. WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite® of the Month: Sunset Bluff Oceanfront Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool at Sandals Regency La Toc There’s nothing like a stunning sunset and breathtaking oceanview to welcome you as you begin your new life together as husband and wife. Set 50 feet above the Caribbean Sea on a lush bluff, this amazing two-story Love Nest Suite® is the epitome of romance and perfect for honeymooners! Not only will you enjoy a dip in your very own private pool sanctuary, you’ll also have a butler to anticipate your every need while you sit back, relax and enjoy your Luxury Included® Honeymoon in one of the finest of accommodations at Sandals Regency La Toc, also known as “The Emerald of the Caribbean”.BDM of the Year for 2015 Unique Vacations, Inc., an affiliate of Unique Travel Corp., worldwide representatives for Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts, recently held a special ceremony to honor their BDMs at the annual Sales Team Awards. The ceremony took place during the 2023 Global Sales Conference, held at Sandals Whitehouse over December 6-9, 2023 with over 150 attendees from the US, Canada, South and Central America, UK and Europe. Resort Sales Managers were also in attendance. During the Global Sales Conference, Trish Hartlage, who manages Kentucky and Indiana, was honored as the 2023 BDM of the year.What’s New at Sandals Resorts? Unwind this year at a resort with more quality inclusions than any other luxury beach resort! Plus, discover new resort additions that shore up the worry-free movement.Sandals Select: Combine Exclusive Savings With Amazing Resort Savings For a No Worry Getaway If you’ve been dreaming of the sun, sand, and sea, here’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy them all! With exclusive savings and perks, air credits, spa & tour credits, on-resort savings, and even a special Free Gift Offer, you can indulge in a worry-free vacation.Grab your sunscreen and floppy hat. It’s Beaches Resorts Family Week on Wheel of Fortune®! Beaches Resorts and Wheel of Fortune want to get you out of the snowstorm and onto the sandy beach. Trade in the hot cocoa for a refreshing coconut, because Wheel of Fortune’s Beaches Resorts Family Week is coming into your living room!Sandals Resorts Wins Best Wedding Hotel/Resort at Annual Travvy Awards WeddingMoons® by Sandals Resorts are excited to share that on January 6th, 2023, The Annual Travvy Awards, hosted by travAlliancemedia, honored Sandals Resorts with a total of nine trophies, two of which were exclusive to weddings! Our portfolio of Sandals Resorts built for couples in love received top honors for Best Wedding Hotel/Resort Overall Winner.Underwater Paradise: 5 Reasons to Give SNUBA® a Try Sandals Resorts International is thrilled to announce its partnership with SNUBA®, adding yet another exciting water sport experience for guests to enjoy at Sandals and Beaches Resorts.Sandals Resorts Hits The High Street Unique Vacations Ltd, UK representatives for Leading Caribbean resorts - Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple, has announced the opening of its first ever global dedicated high street retail experience in the heart of London. The Luxury Travel Store will further cement Sandals’ status as industry leader and innovator and will be the first overseas hotel brand to have a stand-alone high street outlet in the UK. Success for Sandals at 2016 Globe Travel Awards Sandals Resorts kicked off the year by winning the prestigious title of Best All-inclusive Resort Operator at the Travel Weekly Globe Travel Awards, for the eight year running. The announcement was made on 14th January at a star-studded dinner, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane in London and hosted by Dame Edna Everage and Travel Weekly editor-in-chief Lucy Huxley.The UK Wedding Awards 2016 We are delighted to share with you that Sandals has been shortlisted in the ‘Best Wedding Travel Company’ category in The UK Wedding Awards 2023.NBA Champion Dwyane Wade Partners With The Sandals Foundation Three-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade will be bringing the Miami and Caribbean heat to The Ballroom Bowl in Toronto, Canada for this year’s 9th annual All-Star Bowling Classic event. Wade is set to host his All-Star Bowling Classic on Saturday, February 13th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm and the great news is, you can be there too!Sandals Select Rewards Events: Your 2016 Beaches Reunion Week Getaway Have you always wanted to enjoy the Caribbean with the whole family? Now’s your chance for the ultimate family vacation! Receive VIP treatment, personalized on-property recognition, memorable gifts and so much more, simply for being a valued Sandals Select Rewards member. Plus, enjoy Luxury Included® services and amenities like unlimited water sports, luxury accommodations, Kids Camp, scuba diving, and more, along with amazing Beaches Reunion Week activities and inclusions!Limited Time Only: WeddingMoons® Groups Spa Credit Promotion Sandals and Beaches are excited to announce that now when you book your stay as a WeddingMoon group, you and your family and friends can get pampered at our award-winning Red Lane® spa with a $150 spa credit for each room. Let our Red Lane® Spa Specialists treat you and your loved ones to experiences and treatments you’ll not soon forget! But hurry, this sizzling wedding groups booking bonus is only available if booked now through March 31, 2023, exclusively for group contracts.A Special Gift from Beaches Resorts The holidays may be over but Beaches Resorts is still in the gift-giving spirit. When you book your stay at any Beaches Resorts you can get the gift of style and sophistication with a free SpaRitual Travel Kit!Join the No Worry Movement: ‘Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright’ Bob Marley’s grandson, Skip Marley, recently remixed the infamous song, ‘Three Little Birds,’ which he unveiled in Jamaica last Friday, January 8 at the press conference for the launch of Sandals’ new Ad Campaign.Sandals Select: Exclusive Rewards Are Yours To Enjoy…Right Now! With Sandals Select Rewards you earn bonus points that add up to savings on future vacations to Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. Plus, as a valued member, you’ll have the opportunity to reach different levels of attainment and gain benefits and on-resort perks including complimentary couples massages and breakfast-in-bed!New Year’s Candlelight Dinner for Two Enjoy a free, private Candlelight Dinner featuring a romantic dining experience, being served under the stars by a waiter in white gloves, on a table specially decorated with tropical floral arrangements and candle lights. Guests who book a minimum of 7 nights at any Beaches or Sandals Resort can receive the free Candlelight Dinner For Two. Hurry! Only a very limited number of seating’s are available each evening at each resort!Kick Start Your Sandals WeddingMoons® Journey in the New Year! This one’s for all you lovebirds who got engaged over the holiday period and are ready to kick start your WeddingMoon journey in the New Year. Sandals Resorts is the perfect choice for your Caribbean destination wedding with amazing value, unique wedding locations and a dedicated wedding planning dream team to guide you every step of the way. So, now that you’ve got the ring, let the fun begin!Sandals Resorts Wins Big at the 2nd Annual Travvy Awards Sandals Resorts was recently honored at the Academy Awards of the travel industry. But its not an Oscar, it’s a Travvy! And Sandals Resorts International took home a total of eight awards of distinction. Celebrity Sighting: Duél Hill spotted at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas Dulé is best known for his role on NBCs hit TV show,” Psych” and his current role on HBOs new TV series, “Ballers”.Combine Spectacular New Year Savings With Exclusive Sandals Select Rewards Perks! Sandals Select Rewards members can have the ultimate Luxury Included® experience! Start the New Year off right and combine spectacular savings like air credits, a free catamaran cruise and free candlelight dinner with exclusive rewards and benefits including a free couples massage, in-room check-in, a special welcome back gift and more. Whether a family vacation to Beaches Resorts or a romantic getaway to Sandals Resorts is on your 2023 to-do list, savings and exclusive rewards await!Over 800 Children Surprised with Christmas Presents in Grenada The toys, donated by well-known toy company Hasbro, were distributed over a three-day period to well-deserving children at schools throughout Grenada. Girls and boys from ages three to thirteen were presented with gifts and edible treats from Sandals Foundation volunteers. The gift distribution, coinciding with the last week of school, was met with heightened excitement from the children and the teachers present.Youtube Star Elle Fowler Says “I Do” To Brides Live Wedding Today, Michelle Myers, publisher and CRO of BRIDES, and Keija Minor, editor in chief of BRIDES, announced this year’s BRIDES Live Wedding® will follow YouTube personality and lifestyle, beauty, and fashion maven Elle Fowler through her journey to her wedding day.Exclusive Day After Christmas Sale Thinking about taking a post-holiday adventure? Perhaps this is the small push of persuasion that you need—when you book your stay at Sandals and Beaches Resorts this Boxing Day, you can travel with style and sophistication with a free SpaRitual Travel Kit!Sandals Select: Don’t Miss Our Exciting 2016 Exclusive Events! As a Sandals Select Rewards member, you receive rewards from the day you arrive to the day you depart when visiting your home away from home. In addition to the pristine waterscape, beautiful sunsets, and Luxury Included® services and amenities of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, here are just a few more reasons to come and see us in 2023:Announcing Beaches Engagement Concierge: Easy, Stress-Free Proposals Designed to create meaningful experiences, Beaches’ Luxury Included® Resorts are perfect for everyone, with just a touch of romance for your special moments. Whether you envision a romantic beach proposal at sunset or see yourself popping the question with a freshly laid out rose petal pathway, Beaches’ Engagement Concierges are the experts in easy, stress-free proposals.Celebrity Sighting at Sandals Resorts In Ochi Rios, Jamaica Sandals Royal Plantation recently welcomed Rochelle Aytes and her fiancé CJ Lindsay for a Caribbean getaway. Aytes is best known for starring in the ABC hit television show, Mistresses. The newly engaged couple traveled to Ochi Rios, Jamaica from December 8-14 for a relaxing Luxury Included® Vacation.Tantalize your taste buds with 3 new restaurants at Sandals Grande St.Lucian As part of its Gourmet Discovery Dining program, Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort opened three new amazing restaurants this week. The Jerk Shack, which recently debuted at the new Sandals Ochi, was the first of four new eateries at Sandals Grande St. Lucian. Sandals Resorts International Honored at Annual Travel Awards in Morroco Sandals Resorts International was honored with prestigious recognition at the 22nd Annual World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony held on December 12, 2023 at Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort in El Jadida, Morocco. The Luxury Included® Resort Company collected four awards, demonstrating the continued commitment to excellence of the brand and its resorts.Top 5 Luxury Included® Delights To Warm Your Heart While many people are braving the cold this winter, you could be enjoying a Luxury Included® getaway in the sunshine! Feel the flutter in your heart with these activities and delights sure to make you feel aglow.Annual ‘12 Days of Sandals’ Twitter & Instagram Giveaways With peace, love and joy all around, it comes as no surprise to hear that December is the most popular month to get engaged. To celebrate the season of proposals, WeddingMoons by Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts is bringing back its popular ‘12 Days of Sandals’ with twelve days of Twitter & Instagram giveaways.Beaches makes waves on Periscope with CEO’s wakeboarding skills Like leading candidates in the current Democratic and Republican presidential fields, Beaches Resorts’ CEO Adam Stewart offered a live, inside look into his world for consumers around the world via one of social media’s newest platforms: Periscope. Highlighting the resort brand’s award-winning watersports program, Beaches Resorts broadcasted Stewart wake boarding live from Beaches Negril Resort & Spa via the resort’s recently launched Periscope channel this past weekend. From three live streams, the event generated 907 viewers, 139 replays, 750 hours watched and plenty of nods to the CEO for his serious wakeboarding skills. Now Your Little Yogis Can Join in on the Yoga Fun at Beaches Resorts Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos recently introduced dedicated yoga classes for children. For years, people have practiced yoga to help them relax and switch off from the challenges of daily life and today children’s yoga is more popular than ever before. Yoga is a great way to stay healthy both physically and mentally and now, children as young as three years old have the opportunity to take a yoga class at Beaches Resorts.Top 5 Reasons to Become a Sandals Select Rewards Member Get the rewards you deserve with Sandals Select Rewards! From preferential treatment to recognition awards, there are plenty of reasons to join this award-winning loyalty program. Check out our list of the Top 5 Reasons to Become a Sandals Select Rewards Member:WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite of the Month: Beachfront Romeo & Juliet Walkout Butler Room at Sandals Halcyon Beach Immerse yourself in a true Garden of Eden at Sandals Halcyon Beach Resort & Spa, located by a tranquil sea in the exotic island of Saint Lucia. At this charming and intimate sanctuary, you’ll discover a suite so perfect for honeymooners that we just had to name it after one of history’s most famous love stories. So grab your Romeo or Juliet and get to know this quintessential Caribbean resort’s incredible beachfront room dedicated to romance.Island hop the islands of the Bahamas … on us! So, you’re planning a romantic escape to the Bahamas, but you are torn between the majestic splendor that is Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort and Offshore Island and the exquisite sophistication that exists at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis and Spa Resort? Why choose? Stay at both and fly for free on us.Sandals Resorts & The Meredith Vieira Show Give Thanks Tis the season of giving, a time for family, friends and assisting those in need. This Thanksgiving Sandals teamed up with The Meredith Vieira Show to surprise a special Cleveland woman with a romantic Luxury IncludedÒ Vacation to any Sandals Resort.Beaches Resorts Promotes Acts of Kindness this #GivingTuesday As a proud partner of Sesame Street, Beaches Resorts is excited to support Sesame Street’s Everyday Heroes Club initiative, a new project that includes online activities, Muppet videos, local events and a social media campaign, all designed to encourage kids and families to engage in acts of kindness. Sesame Street’s Everyday Heroes Club promotes all acts of kindness, big or small, including helping a friend or a family member; being kind to the environment or to animals; volunteering to help others, and so much more. Beaches Resorts will be supporting Everyday Heroes Club programs at its family resorts including on-site "kindness mission" activities, badge rewards for guests, social media support with the hashtag #everydayheroes and program implementation at local schools across the Caribbean through the Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International. Welcome Back! Discover all the rewarding benefits and perks of Sandals Select Rewards!BRIDES Live Wedding Couple Experience Sandals Honeymoon Hop® All of the lovely details were voted for by fans, including an amazing Sandals Honeymoon Hop® experience at Sandals Grande Antigua. Only a hop, skip and a jump away, couples visiting our beautiful islands can experience an island-hopping adventure of a lifetime at any of our romantic, Luxury Included® Resorts, including Beaches Resorts.Need a New spin on Turkey this Thanksgiving Day? Sandals Resorts Has You Covered with this Caribbean-inspired Recipe. Sandals’ New Spa Products Make the Perfect Holiday Gift The holidays are quickly approaching and with that comes the season of gift-giving. So what’s the next best present you can gift aside from a Sandals paid vacation? How about a scent, a feeling, a memory that triggers the beauty of the Caribbean through Sandals’ Red Lane Spa? This holiday season you can inspire friends or family to pamper themselves with Sandals’ debut Sanitas Skincare product line.Announcing Sandals Engagement Concierge: Easy, Stress-Free Proposals When you’ve found the one, only one place will do. Sandals Resorts is excited to announce the launch of our dedicated Engagement Concierge service! Designed exclusively for two people in love, Sandals’ Luxury Included® Resorts are the most romantic places on Earth. Whether you envision a romantic beach proposal at sunset or see yourself popping the question with a freshly laid out rose petal pathway, Sandals’ Engagement Concierges are the experts in easy, stress-free proposals.Sandals Resorts Honored By World Golf Awards Held in Portugal The 2nd annual World Golf Awards which celebrates excellence in golf tourism was hosted by the Conrad Algrarv and held on November 5-8, 2023 in Portugal. Sandals Resorts is proud to announce its recent recognition at this year’s gala ceremony. With a total of three honors, Sandals Resorts rose above other highly acclaimed hotel brands.Join the Sandals Foundation’s Holiday Toy Drive and Help #InspireASmile Today You’re invited to participate in this year’s #InspireASmile Toy Drive campaign! Now celebrating its sixth anniversary benefitting underprivileged children in the Caribbean, The Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, is gearing up for the holiday season and collecting generous donations for its annual Holiday Toy Drive.You’re a VIP & You Deserve It! Unique Wedding Locations – All Without a Fee Dreaming of a destination wedding? At Sandals and Beaches, our picturesque wedding locations are second to none. And, there’s no requirement that you have to get married barefoot on the beach! We’re certain you’ll find plenty of options that will suite your style. Imagine celebrating your special moment with the brilliant turquoise waters or lush tropical foliage of the Caribbean islands as your backdrop! From beach gazebos and beautiful gardens to private offshore islands and chapels, we offer a variety of unique wedding locations at no additional cost to you.There’s still time to Pick-N-Cruise Guests at Sandals and Beaches Resorts can receive a free Catamaran Tour now until December 20, 2023. For a limited time, guests can ride the aquamarine waters, bask in the Caribbean sun and tour the Jamaican coastline …on us!Tapping into What Teens Want: Beaches Teen Advisory Panel Hosts Second #BeachesTeens Twitter Party As you know, The Beaches Resorts’ Teen Advisory Panel serves as a forum for teens, providing insight that will directly influence their overall experience at our resorts. TAP is comprised of 12 influential tweens and teens from all over the English-speaking world, including New York, Miami, London, Ontario and LA. Chosen for their demonstration of leadership, social influence and love for travel, TAP’s members represent a wide slice of teen life including Girl Scouts, equestrians, athletes and a burgeoning celebrity from ABC’s hit comedy, black-ish. Sandals Select: Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Butler Suite at Sandals Royal Bahamian Countless Ways to Save with Sandals and Beaches WeddingMoons® The closer you look at what we include for your big day, the better we look! We offer amazing value for destination WeddingMooners, including a free* Beautiful Beginnings wedding theme, complimentary wedding inclusions and a $1,500 credit* to enhance your WeddingMoons® experience. You’ll also receive a free* honeymoon room when you invite family and friends, plus amazing ways to celebrate with your loved ones through groups inclusions.Great White Shark Shoots Rounds with Macy's Sweepstakes Winners Pro golfer, Greg Norman joined Macy’s Sweepstakes winners, Brian and Debra Kulik for a 9-hole round of golf and private lunch at the Emerald Reef Golf Club at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Tennis and Spa Resort in the Bahamas. Sandals Resorts International Selects Ultimate Team Member of the Year Sandals Resorts International recently hosted its seventh annual Ultimate Team Member award Ceremony at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort on Thursday, October 29, 2023. Team members were flown to Jamaica from across the Caribbean and hosted for a week of VIP activities which culminated in a roaring twenties-themed award ceremony. Big congratulations are in order for Maxine Salmon from Beaches Turks & Caicos Villages & Spa , who was named the 2023 Ultimate Team Member!Join the Sandals Foundation’s Island Impact on Your Next Vacation The Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, has a new program called Island Impact that offers full-time high school students the chance to volunteer and earn community service hours while on vacation at Beaches Resorts.Sandals Select: Where Will Your Points Take You? With so many great destinations to choose from, deciding where you’ll go next might be the hard part. Enjoy Jamaica’s laidback vibe. Or, opt for a getaway amid the pristine beaches of Antigua. Wherever you go, you can take advantage of limited-time savings, plus our newest Double Points offer. There’s no better time for a getaway to Sandals or Beaches! Here’s a list of some of the best offers:Red Lane® Spa Refreshes Menu for WeddingMoon Couples Every bride wants to look and feel their best on their wedding day. At Sandals and Beaches, we’re committed to helping you prep for your big day and have given our award-winning Red Lane® Spa menu a makeover! There’s even something different for the groom to enjoy with his best pals, in addition to a unique service that both the bride and groom can cherish with their entire wedding party! Once the champagne has been popped, cake has been cut and bouquet has been tossed, you and your spouse can relax and unwind on your dream honeymoon , and perhaps explore the new ultimate calming experiences at the Red Lane Spa.Lifestyle Influencer Sugar and Cloth Takes Over Sandals Resorts’ Instagram Account Fashionista and lifestyle blogger, Ashley Rose did a live takeover of Sandals Resorts’ Instagram account, posting pictures of her personal experiences with husband Jared at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis and Spa Resort. These fun posts included relaxing at the beach, indulging at the Red Lane® Spa, golfing at the Greg Norman-designed golf course and much more.Sandals Resorts Wins Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards 2015 Every year, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler choose their favorite travel destinations to be recognized in an exclusive web-only list of the 100 Best Hotels & Resorts in the World. More than 128,000 travelers took part in the 28th annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey this year, submitting millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments to help them create a list of winning favorites.Boo! 5 Treats Exclusively For You If you’ve been to any Luxury Included resort, an array of rewards including discounts, exclusive promotions, and personalized on-property recognition can be yours. Here are just five treats Sandals Select Rewards members enjoy:Sandals Barbados Takeover DJs will have the opportunity to indulge in Gourmet Discovery Dining at eleven specialty restaurants including Sandals' first Indian cuisine restaurant – Bombay Club, enjoy unlimited watersports at the Sandals Aqua Center, snorkel with islands renowned turtles with Island Routes Caribbean Adventures, as well as receive a special visit from local kids who will share how the Sandals Foundation has made a difference in their local community. The hosted radio stations will conduct live interviews with Sandals Resorts team members and offer listeners the opportunity to join the fun with exclusive chances to win Luxury Included® Vacations to any Sandals Resort.WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite of the Month: The Millionaire Suite at Sandals Regency La Toc A honeymoon is like no regular vacation. It’s that one special time when you can skip the entry level suite and honeymoon like a millionaire with only the finest of accommodations and Luxury Included® amenities at Sandals Regency La Toc – “The Emerald of the Caribbean”. Set 150 feet above sea level atop a picturesque sunset bluff complete with a breathtaking oceanview, your very own private pool sanctuary and a butler to cater to your every whim, this glamorous Saint Lucia resort will guarantee a honeymoon experience the two of you will cherish for a lifetime.Make Bubbles at Beaches Resorts’ Scuba Program for Kids With more land and water sport inclusions than any other resort on the planet, Beaches Resorts has outdoor activities to fit everyone’s needs. Take the plunge into the Caribbean’s most comprehensive scuba diving program for adults… and kids! That’s right! You and your little ones can suit up and explore the deep blue sea together. The Bubblemaker Experience teaches young divers how to take their first breaths underwater, while under the care of PADI certified instructors.Sandals Resorts International Honored at this Year's World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) has done it again! The resort company was honored with prestigious recognition at the 22nd Annual World Travel Awards’ Caribbean & The North America Ceremony, held on October 17, 2023 at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort in the Bahamas.Turn Your Honeymoon into a Megamoon at Sandals Royal Caribbean Couples planning to travel to Jamaica for the honeymoon of a lifetime can get the best value at Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay. At Jamaica’s most alluring resort, multiple honeymoon experiences are woven into one with a private offshore island and Sandals exclusive “Stay at One, Play at All” exchange program which guarantees to turn your honeymoon into a megamoon adventure! The fun continues with unlimited scuba diving for certified divers and unlimited fine dining at 8 restaurants, the option of personal butler service, swim-up suite accommodations, Caribbean inspired spa treatments, a private candlelight dinner, Romantic Route tours and more!Beaches Resorts: Sesame Street Artist Workshop Under the guidance of Sesame Street artists, Louis Henry Mitchell and Barry Goldberg, your kids can learn the basics of how Sesame Street characters are brought to life! Through drawing and sidewalk chalk sketches, this workshop will introduce drawing fundamentals and help fine-tune techniques with fun, educational sessions.Sandals Resorts Hosts Its First Annual Eat, Love, Sandals Culinary Conference During the exciting three-day conference, 20 food bloggers from across the country got the chance to explore the many Gourmet Discovery Dining options by dining around at the resorts 17 restaurants, including a special Caribbean-themed dinner at the Reef Terrace, traditional Jamaican food at the Jerk Shack and French cuisine at Le Gourmand.Adam Stewart Named Caribbean Hotelier of the Year For those of you who may not know, CHTA aims to facilitate the full potential of the Caribbean hotel & tourism industry by serving member needs and building partnerships in a socially responsible and sustainable manner.Exclusively Yours: Sandals Montego Bay As close to nature’s perfection as you can get, yet not far from the United States, Sandals Montego Bay is Sandals’ first resort and a luxuriously private enclave amid Jamaica’s best beach, a place where gourmet restaurants, world-class accommodations including an all butler beachfront haven, and island charm create an unforgettable getaway for you and your one and only.Celebrate Your Anniversary with a Free Night at Sandals Montego Bay With new island-inspired Palms suites, and the incredible value of an exclusive “Stay at One, Play at All” exchange program, Sandals Montego Bay in Jamaica is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding anniversary. Considered the flagship of the 15 Sandals Resorts throughout the Caribbean, Sandals Montego Bay is set along the most pristine stretch of private white sand beach in Jamaica, and provides the perfect backdrop to commemorate your love. Plus, you’ll receive the ultimate anniversary gift from Sandals Resorts… a free anniversary night!Sandals Foundation Working To Help The Bahamas Recover The Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, has sounded the call for support in its efforts to help citizens of The Bahamas who have been affected by the destruction caused by Hurricane Joaquin. These include the southern islands of San Salvador, Cat Island and Rum Cay which were most impacted by the Category 4 storm, as well as Long Island which has also seen its fair share of destruction.Steve Harvey & Sandals Plan Couple’s 20th Wedding Anniversary It’s the “Season of Surprises” on Steve Harvey! In this episode featuring Sandals’ Love Nest Suites, Nitza and Chris, a New Jersey couple, looking forward to celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary, join Steve Harvey for an unforgettable vacation planning session. Nitza says she loves her husband, but he’s a total control freak! When it comes to surprises, Chris admits, “I hate them.” When the couple goes out to eat, Chris chooses the restaurant, the table they sit at and what they order. He even planned 95% of their wedding, only letting Nitza choose her dress and the bridesmaid’s dresses.Sandals Select: Earn up to $750 in Instant Credit! Sandals Select Rewards members who book any room category at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts for travel in 2023 and 2023 are eligible to receive double points for immediate redemption with our Double Points Double Burn offer!Featured Honeymoon Hop®: Experience Bahamian Splendor at Sandals Royal Bahamian and Sandals Emerald Bay If you’re planning a WeddingMoon journey, you can now experience the best of the Bahamas at these two magnificent resorts. The Sandals Honeymoon Hop® program makes it easy for you to tie the knot at the exotic Sandals Royal Bahamian, featuring an exclusive offshore island escape, and then when the wedding festivities are over, you can begin your honeymoon at the Six Star Diamond award-winning Sandals Emerald Bay, set in the secluded and serene Bahamian Out Islands. The Sandals Foundation And Wade's World Foundation Continue Global Commitment To Game Changer During the weekend, Wade took some time to share his inspirational story with young athletes from Turks & Caicos. Forty-three students from schools across Turks & Caicos, along with their coaches, had the unique opportunity this past Saturday to hear from the basketball super-star and his sister, Tragil, who also serves as President of his charitable organization.Guy Harvey Teams Up With The Sandals Foundation and CARIBSAVE Students in several schools throughout the Caribbean will soon be able to benefit from an intensive marine curriculum as part of a partnership between the Sandals Foundation, the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation and CARIBSAVE (INTASAVE Caribbean). Dubbed the “Save Our Seas Program,” the initiative was launched recently in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The program will be implemented in 40 schools across the region with an emphasis on developing marine awareness and environmental stewardship.Another Day in Paradise: Fall Chairman’s Golf Invitational at Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club You never quite know what to expect—even if you’ve played the course before. This was the case at the Fall Chairman’s Golf Invitational from September 10-12 held at Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club.The Perfect Honeymoon for Foodies Can you imagine planning your perfect Honeymoon vacation to include a memorable culinary experience? Well, you’re not alone. According to The Knot, the current obsession with Top Chef has foodie couples researching their dream honeymoon through their appetites! Lucky for you, Sandals Resorts’ and Beaches Resorts’ Gourmet Discovery Dining program brings the taste of the world to you with up to 21 restaurants, a range of cuisines, unlimited premium cocktails and a progressive wine list including premium house wines by Robert Mondavi Winery.Huffington Post Recommends Chasing the Summer at Beaches Ocho Rios Summer may have ended but sunny skies and days of leisure can be enjoyed year-long at Beaches Ocho Rios in Jamaica! Just ask travel lifestyle blogger Tara Settembre of the Huffington Post. While most families are adapting to the back-to-school grind, this savvy Mom recommends packing up the kids and jetting to the Caribbean while the busier travel months have come and gone. With lower airfares, competitive accommodation rates and less crowds, fall is a perfect time to ditch the “no-more-summer September blues” and hit Beaches Resort for a Luxury Included® Vacation. Below Settembre suggests that if you’re traveling with kids to visit:Conde Nast Traveler highlights Sandals LaSource’s Comprehensive Diving Program Just a short boat ride away from the Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa lies one of the most popular tourist sites on the Caribbean island of Grenada and, it’s underwater. About 25 feet down in Moliniere Bay, sit 65 sculptures, a collection of submerged art known as the Underwater Sculpture Park. And let’s be real… who wouldn’t want to see an underwater sculpture park?Sandals Barbados Wins Barbados’ Best Hotel Spa Inspired by the beautiful traditions and majestic natural backdrops of the Caribbean, Sandals Barbados’ Red Lane ® Spa experiences are some of the most completely unique mind and body journeys one can image. It's no wonder that this new state-of-the-art spa facility, which has only been open since Janauary 2023, has already been named Barbados’ Best Hotel Spa at the inaugural World Spa Awards. Antigua – Home to the World’s Most Romantic Resort A sailor’s dream, the island of Antigua welcomes cooling trade winds that fills a sail and soothes the soul. It is only adequate that it is also home to the world’s most romantic resort in Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa, which sits on the country’s most famous beach, Dickenson Bay.New Restaurants Concepts Coming To Sandals Grand St. Lucian As part of our Gourmet Discovery Dining program, which is aimed at enhancing the overall quality and authenticity of the food and beverage experience at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts throughout the Caribbean, Sandals Resorts International is adding three new restaurants to Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort.Featured Honeymoon Hop®: Wed at Beaches, Honeymoon at Sandals in Negril, Jamaica! Negril, Jamaica is the perfect location for couples desiring a carefree and casually cool WeddingMoon® journey. And now, with the flexibility and convenience of the Sandals Honeymoon Hop® program, you can say “I Do” at Beaches Negril with family and friends right by your side, and then “hop” over to Sandals Negril to begin your dream honeymoon at this chic, laid-back resort made for two people in love.A Legend Of Love Every day, Giselle would walk the shores of Antigua ringing a bell in hopes that it would guide her love back to her arms safe and sound. She carved declarations of her love to Ricardo in the stones of the beach and kept them for she knew he would return.Sandals and Beaches WeddingMoons® — Best Luxury, All-Inclusive Value for Couples At Sandals® Resorts and Beaches® Resorts, the closer you look at what we include for couples planning a Caribbean destination wedding, the better we look! We offer more quality inclusions than any other resorts on the planet for engaged couples, including a free wedding and honeymoon and your very own wedding planning dream team to guide you every step of the way. Honeymooners also enjoy living unlimited with our Luxury-Included® amenities such as Gourmet Discovery Dining, premium drinks, land sports, motorized watersports, scuba diving for certified divers and more!Tapping into Beaches Part II This past June you may remember that our Teen Advisory Panelists embarked on an exclusive journey to Beaches Turks & Caicos on behalf of all the Beaches Teens out there. For those who could not make the June trip, we welcomed a second group of panelists to Beaches from July 31 – August 4. Sisters’ duo, Alexa & Kali from Canada, Ethan from The UK and Caroline from New York, rounded out their summer by stepping up their TAP duties and traveling to paradise for a comprehensive site inspection and exclusive Beaches teen experience.Sandals Foundation & Great Shape! Inc. Partner For 1000 Smiles Project The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, has partnered with Great Shape! Inc., a US-based non-profit organization, to kick off this year’s 1000 Smiles project. Beginning last week, individuals in Hanover and Westmoreland, Jamaica received dental care because of this project. The dental clinics will continue to operate in additional surrounding areas from August 31-September 4 as well as September 7-11 and will be open Monday through Friday between 9 am and 4:30 pm. WeddingMoons® Love Nest Suite of the Month: Sandals Grande Antigua Caribbean Honeymoon Butler Rondoval With Private Pool Sanctuary Voted the “World’s Most Romantic Resort” year after year, Sandals Grande Antigua is made for two people in love. As is this month’s featured Love Nest Rondoval Suite, located in the seaside garden oasis of the Caribbean Grove section of the resort. This romantic suite offers the ultimate escape for love birds with its very own private pool sanctuary, private patio and exclusive amenities. Rondovals are one of Sandals Resorts’ most unique accommodations with its chic décor and charming “suite-in-the-round” design for heavenly seclusion.Sandals Ochi Hosts All-New Culinary Conference This Fall: Eat, Love, Sandals Reaching an unprecedented standard in all-inclusive international dining with its 21 restaurant concepts, Sandals Resorts takes pride in delivering the flavors of its Gourmet Discovery Dining to travelers from all over the globe. And since we know how amazing the food really is, we thought we’d cook up new ways to keep you hungry for more epicurean experiences in the Caribbean.Sandals Whitehouse Welcomes 20 U.S. Radio Stations for Live Radio Broadcasts Be sure to tune-in to your favorite radio stations all this week as DJs share their experiences of what a Luxury Included® Vacation is all about as they broadcast live from Sandals Whichouse Europena Villages & Spa in Jamaica. From indulging in Sandals' Gourmet Discovery Dining with 7 specialty restaurants to try and enjoying unlimited watersports at the Sandals Aqua Center to experiencing the beautiful two-mile white-sand beach, you can make your dream Caribbean getaway a reality by tuning in for a chance to win a trip of your own.Fall For Double Points Until August 31! As a Sandals Select Rewards member, every Luxury Included Vacation is rewarding. With what you’ll save by taking advantage of our FALL-tastic Double Points Offer, you can reward yourself even more – here are just a few suggestions:The WeddingMoons® Dream Team - Making Destination Wedding Planning Easy and Stress Free Only at Sandals and Beaches will you receive the level of professionalism, expertise and dedication necessary to plan and execute the destination wedding of your dreams without a hitch. From the moment you call to reserve your date to the moment you say “I do”, you’ll be in the trusted hands of not only a wedding concierge, but pre-travel planner and resort wedding planner. Sandals Select: Last Chance For A Golf Vacation & Double Rewards Great news! The time has come for the most anticipated golf event of the year— the 9th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational from September 10-12 at Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club!Sandals Resorts unveil signature Tranquility Soaking Tubs Bask in the romantic Caribbean outdoors without setting foot outside your suite. Now, guests staying at Sandals Resorts in Barbados, Grenada and selected resorts in Jamaica can indulge in new signature tranquility soaking tubs while inhaling the salty ocean air and indulging in aromatic bath essentials from Red Lane® Spa.With Luxury Included® Resorts, Diamonds are Forever Diamonds are often viewed as the manifestation of luxury. It is very fitting, then, that the Luxury Included® Resorts were recently honored with several 2023 Star Diamond Awards from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences (AAHS) for overall excellence in hospitality. 20 Things That Happen When You Stay at a Sandals Resort Luxury should be experienced by all because, quite simply, you deserve it! And when it comes to luxury, Sandals Resorts has long been a leader in taking all the stress out of vacationing and allowing all their guests to transition seamlessly into the royal lifestyle. Enjoying the Luxury Included® Vacation experience comes with some necessary adjustments – leaving your wallet at home yet still sampling the best of Gourmet Discovery Dining, enjoying the Caribbean’s pristine waters as your backyard and the list goes on! Trust us; there is much to learn about what happens when you stay at a Sandals Resort.New Exclusive Offer: FREE Wedding & Honeymoon! Sandals® Resorts and Beaches® Resorts are excited to offer future brides and grooms a special gift… a free wedding and honeymoon at one of our romantic, Luxury Included® resorts! Perfect for your WeddingMoons® celebration, you can enjoy a free wedding and honeymoon surrounded by the ones you love, set along the best beaches, lush foliage and pure tropical bliss that the Caribbean has to offer.Life’s A Beach… So, Grab Your BFF and Go! Nothing beats a beach getaway with your favorite gal pals, well, almost nothing! Add to the equation the magic word “FREE” and things can only get better!Macaroni Kid names Beaches Turks & Caicos Top Family Destination! When it comes to traveling with the family, there’s a lot to take into consideration. It makes sense then that both parents and kids turn to the experts to let them know where the best vacation destinations are that fit all of their family needs. Macaroni Kid is that expert! With the specific goals of enriching communities and empowering moms, Macaroni Kid has become the national voice of how-to for everything family – including travel!Top Ten Tips for Travelling with Children We wrote recently about trying to get a balance between exploring new horizons and relaxing in a place you know and love. There’s a lot to be said for returning time and again to a favourite haunt, but the team at Space In Your Case are all about finding the best way to travel as a family, so today, in partnership with our friends at Beaches Resorts, we’re bringing you our best tips on how to make travelling with kids as trouble-free as possible.Love Birds can find their Nest with a New Sandals and Beaches Sweepstakes Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are launching a sweepstakes for guests who book Love Nest Suites at Sandals Resorts and Concierge or Butler Suites Beaches Resorts. From now through December 2023, guests who book these suites will be automatically entered to win a four-night stay in a Love Nest Suite at Sandals or a four-night stay in a Concierge Suite or Butler Suite at Beaches. Fifty trips to Sandals and 50 trips to Beaches will be given away during the duration of the campaign with winners announced each month. All eligible booking made by Travel Agents through Sandals.com or Beaches.com will also be automatically entered to win.Share Your Legend of Love Story for a Chance to Win Sandals Resorts is excited to announce its new “Legends of Love” campaign, celebrating the foundation of the brand: romance. From August 5, 2023 through November 30, 2023, consumers can share their Sandals love story and photos across Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for a chance to win a four-night Luxury Included® stay at Sandals Resorts. To enter, consumers must use the hashtag #LegendsofLove and tag @SandalsResorts or @WeddingMoons. Throughout the campaign, a total of 10 trips will be given away on the following dates:Sandals Select Rewards: Recognizing You! As a valued member of Sandals Select Rewards not only do you earn additional points for every paid night you spend with us, but you earn milestone rewards such as a free half-hour couples massage and in-room check in! Plus, you’ll receive preferential treatment every time you visit and get special recognition awards including a gold sandals pendant and even a FREE WEEK at Sandals or Beaches!WeddingMoon® Love Nest Suite of The Month: Sandals Royal Plantation Governor General Butler Suite Located on the very top floor of the West Wing of this charming all Butler, all ocean view resort, this elegant one bedroom butler suite is perfect for our most discerning WeddingMoon couples seeking tranquility at its finest! Sandals Emerald Bay Joins the Ranks of World’s Best Sandals Resorts is proud to announce that Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis and Spa Resort was ranked as the Best Caribbean Spa Hotel in this year’s Travel + Leisure 2023 World’s Best Awards. It was also recently announced that in the Family Travel Caribbean Resorts category, Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa retained its ranking as the best Caribbean resort for families for the second year in a row, while Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa received the coveted #1 ranking in the general Caribbean, Bermuda, & the Bahamas Resorts category. Sandals Royal Plantation Resort & Spa was also honored in the general Caribbean category of T+L’s World’s Best Awards. Representatives for the brand were on hand to receive these prestigious awards during Travel + Leisure’s 20th Anniversary Celebration last week in New York City.Sandals Select: Exclusive Deals & Events How does a golf getaway for two sound? Or, perhaps it’s time for a family vacation to Beaches. Either way, Sandals Select Rewards members can enjoy exclusive savings!Join Beaches Resorts for the First Ever #BeachesTeens Twitter Party By now, you have seen the social media explosion through the new official hashtag, #BeachesTeens! Not only are all teens at Beaches Resorts using the hashtag to share their experiences while vacationing, but other teens get to live vicariously through their friends and soak in some of the unfiltered Caribbean sun. In celebration of this new wave, the Beaches Teen Advisory Panel (TAP) will be hosting their very own Twitter party!Take a Sneak Peek at what’s New in Luxury Included® Resorts Sandals Resorts is known for setting the standard for all-inclusive resorts, earning them the appropriate distinct category of Luxury Included®. When Sandals says luxury, they mean it! From the Gourmet Discovery Dining options to the signature cocktails made with premium brand spirits, Sandals does not skimp when it comes to delivering the best guest experience!Sandals Select Rewards: Sun, Sand & Tee! Experience the best of sun, sand, and tee at the 9th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational this September 10-12, 2023! Set along a stunning peninsula, the Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club offers a 7,200-yard, par-72 championship course that rivals the best of the best courses in the world!Ohio State Coach makes his Island Impact at Beaches Turks & Caicos After years of debates, voting and bureaucracy it finally happened – the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) decided to change the structure of college football championships by implementing a playoff system. No doubt, with such a huge change the winning team of the inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship would have to work harder than they ever had before to secure their place in athletic history. Enter the Ohio State University Football team.Sandals Select: Earn Double Points – Ends Soon! The perfect family vacation awaits at Beaches! Or, if romance is on the summer agenda, use your double points for a romantic getaway to Sandals! For a limited time, book a fall vacation to any Beaches resort or select Sandals resorts and receive double points for immediate redemption.Watch Now: The BRIDES Live Wedding at Sandals Whitehouse We weren’t kidding when we called Katie and Sean‘s big day the dream destination wedding of the year; it was magical. Imagine lush floras, trees strung with Chinese lanterns and soft tea lights in the sunset, a live steel drum band and a wedding arch so extravagant even Kim Kardashian’s wedding florist is a little jealous. We were so excited to be a part of this unbelievable big day.Sandals and Beaches CEO Leading the Social Media Takeover Whether it’s Facebook, Instagram or Twitter - social media is becoming THE place to get the latest interactive news, pictures and opinions. It’s clear that social media is taking over – and with its growing population of users, it’s becoming much easier to stay in the loop. For some people, these outlets provide a source of entertainment – getting the latest scoop on what’s going on, where celebrities are spending their free time, and so much more. For others, social media is an outlet for expressing themselves – posting about the amazing day they are having or instantaneously sharing pictures of the mouth-watering food they are consuming. Social media numbers are continuously on the rise, but who exactly is keeping up with the latest trends?Make Your Island Impact with the Sandals Foundation on Your Next Vacation Giving back while enjoying a well-deserved vacation has long been a popular activity for conscientious adult travelers. So much so that many have coined the new term “voluntourism” – clever right?Sandals and Beaches Resorts Secure Position as World’s Best Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are proud to announce that both brands were ranked #1 in their respective categories in this year’s Travel + Leisure 2023 World’s Best Awards. In the Family Travel Caribbean Resorts category, Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa retained its ranking as the best Caribbean resort for families for the second year in a row, while Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa received the coveted #1 ranking in the general Caribbean, Bermuda, & the Bahamas Resorts category. Additionally, Beaches Turks & Caicos was ranked #16, and Sandals Royal Plantation was ranked #23 in the general Caribbean, Bermuda & the Bahamas category. Sandals Select: Where to Spend Your Free Week! You might want to spend your Free Week at your favorite home away from home, the Sandals or Beaches resort you frequent most often. But if you want to try something new, here are some details about the newest Sandals resorts!Sandals Resorts Salutes Service Members This Fourth of July Holiday In celebration of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, Sandals Resorts continues its longstanding history of supporting U.S. service members and remembers the Boots on the Beach Vacation event it recently hosted in partnership with Sony Music Nashville at the new Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Jamaica. A country music celebration to benefit Boot Campaign, the event raised more than $10,000 toward promoting patriotism for America and the military community while providing assistance for the unique challenges service members and their families face during and post-service.Brides Live Wedding at Sandals Whitehouse Debuts THIS Friday The countdown is officially on! Top 5 Reasons To Attend the Fall Chairman’s Golf Invitational In just a few months, Sandals Emerald Bay will be full of loyal Sandals Select Rewards members who came to play! Vying for the ultimate prize, a FREE week at the Sandals or Beaches of their choice, members and their guests will enjoy an array of exclusive activities amid the stunning Great Exuma backdrop. Here are the top reasons to attend this exciting golf tournament:Exclusive Fall Offer: Free ReTie the Knot Celebration This fall, swap autumn leaves for powder white sand and lush greenery as you commemorate your marriage amid a beautiful, idyllic setting in the Caribbean…plus it’s free!Here’s What’s FALL-ing at Beaches Resorts Families with Kids …and kids at heartTAPping into the Teen Experience at Beaches Resorts When you think about the reason behind a group of teens getting together for a week of activity at the Luxury Included® Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, work may not be at the top of that list. And normally, you would be right, but we, of course have the exception!Beaches ReTie The Knot Parties Access More Upgrades and Inclusions This Fall Whether your marriage is seasoned or still fresh, celebrate your love with extra upgrades and inclusions at a Beaches® Luxury-Included® Resort this fall. Dubbed the resorts for everyone, couples can commemorate their marriage amid a beautiful, idyllic setting with family and friends right by their side.New Sandals Grande St. Lucian Restaurants Bringing More “Bang” For Your Buck! These distinct additions are making their debut at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort, with four new restaurants for guests to enjoy in the near future. The more, the merrier, right? We think so! For those who travel to the Caribbean in search of some authentic cuisine, The Jerk Shack, open now, offering gourmet authentic Jamaican eats, is the first of the four new eateries at Sandals Grande St. Lucian. Destination Bahamas: Fall Chairman’s Golf Invitational Stay at the exquisitely exotic Sandals Emerald Bay where you’ll enjoy luxurious services and amenities, and of course, the stunning Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club. Recently named the Bahamas’ Best Golf Course at the 1st Annual World Golf Awards, Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club features majestic panoramic views, six signature holes that hug the coastline of a scenic peninsula, and more!Luxury Included® Retreat for Retired Parents and their Families Life can get crazy and sometimes, even mimics that of a superhero. Now, that you’ve hung up your cape and clocked-out for the last time, why not take the family for a little fun in the fall. Beaches Resorts, located in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos, has the perfect retirement package for you. Sandals Whitehouse Love Nest Suite of the Month! Love is all you need in this divine Honeymoon Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Suite located at Sandals Whitehouse… because every luxury imaginable is included! This uniquely designed room falls under the Love Nest Suite category — made for two people in love, built with only the most exclusive of amenities.Fun in the Sun at Beaches Turks & Caicos with Kelly Bensimon Actions speak louder than words, right? Well, in most cases this is absolutely the case. What about when actions and words take a co-starring role in the art of storytelling? Well, in the first feature blog, Kelly Bensimon of The Real Housewives of New York merges actions with words as she takes the time to document her time at Beaches Turks & Caicos. Her personal connection to Beaches adds life to her words and epitomizes nostalgia. Her brief, yet meaningful post really shows the definition of a Luxury Included® Vacation for the entire family and adds meaning to the term, "Welcome Home."Hip Hip Hooray! Sandals’ CEO named Jamaica’s Hotelier of the Year Raise a glass of your finest Robert Mondavi Wines to the CEO of Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Adam Stewart, on his latest recognition as Jamaica’s Hotelier of the Year! Any reason is a good reason to enjoy a glass of Mondavi wine, but considering this magnificent accomplishment, it is not only necessary, but may call for an extra glass! At 34, Adam is the youngest person to have ever won this award, presented by the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association.Sandals Select: Earn Points & Perks on Your Sandals Barbados Getaway! Sandals Barbados, the newest Luxury Included resort, is located in the vibrant, exquisite St. Lawrence Gap area. Offering undeniable luxury with inventive accommodations spanning three villages, Sandals Barbados presents world-class cuisine, innovative bar and pool designs, and an array of exciting and laidback activities.Beaches WeddingMoon® Groups Fall for MORE This Fall! Planning a fall wedding at a Beaches® Luxury-Included® resort and want to bring your family and friends along? Fall for a free room and added quality inclusions when you book your wedding guests at Beaches® family-friendly resorts this fall.Ocho Rios has a new Hotspot: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort! With a fresh and modern redesign touting Sandals Ochi Beach Resort as the Caribbean Riviera’s trendiest new resort, it is no surprise that the resort’s grand opening was a star-studded event with everything from fire dancers to a magnificent fireworks show that lit up the sky! Guests were delighted to share in the new design aesthetic along with seven uniquely new Gourmet Discovery Dining options, a fresh, trendy Ochi Beach Club, reinvented resort entertainment, and upgraded luxurious accommodations. In attendance for these festivities included Dancing with the Stars star, Mark Ballas, and The Bachelorette’s Desiree Hartsock!Back to School Vacation for Young Families It may be the start of summer, but there’s no reason not to plan ahead. Get a jump-start on your post-summer vacation, because when the big kids go back to school, the little ones rule.PADI® Women’s Dive Day Ladies, here’s your chance to take the plunge in the Caribbean’s crystal clear waters. Dive in a women-only underwater escape at any Sandals or Beaches Resorts and take advantage of a limited time offer. Whether you are a novice or experienced scuba diver, explore the deep blue sea and all its untouched beauty.Sandals Select Highlight: Manager’s & Chairman’s Wine List Savings At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, you’ll enjoy premium house wines and plenty of range with 6 varietals of Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks wines to choose from—all included! While premium wines are included, special wines from the Manager’s & Chairman’s Wine List are available to our Diamond Level Sandals Select Rewards members at a 15% preferred rate!NEW Complimentary Signature Drinks for WeddingMoons® Groups! What better way to WOW your guests and really get the party started than with a unique (and super delicious) concoction found only at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts?Sandals Select: The Year of Two! As always, Sandals Select Rewards members have access to the most rewarding and exclusive events, and VIP treatment while visiting Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. But did you know this is the year of two – where you can experience double the fun and even double the rewards? Check out our doubly amazing events and special offer!Round up the Grandkids for a Beaches Grand Vacation! Do you wish you could spend more quality time with your grandchildren? If your answer is yes, why not join the growing number of grandparents that are taking their grandchildren on a Grand Vacation!Discover the Top Luxury Included Honeymoon Hops! With the all new Honeymoon Hop experience, you can get to know one island, then hop to a Sandals or Beaches resort on a completely different island! Or, opt for a split stay within the same island destination. Either way, you’ll enjoy all the sumptuous services and amenities of at least two very distinct resorts for an unforgettable Luxury Included Vacation! NBA Star Kyle Lowry inspires Turks & Caicos Rising Stars With the NBA season coming to a close, professional basketball players are globetrotting looking for the perfect vacation getaway. Kyle Lowry of the Toronto Raptors found his oasis at the idyllic Caribbean Luxury Included® Family Vacation destination – Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. After helping lead the Raptors to the playoffs and win an Atlantic Division title for the first time in seven years in 2023 and becoming a first time NBA All-Star in 2023, Lowry was deserving of some well-earned rest and relaxation. However, he still found time to give back to the local Turks & Caicos community with a little help from the Sandals Foundation and the Rising Stars Basketball Club.Travel with a Group and Save at Sandals, Beaches Resorts! Your perfect Luxury Included® destination vacation experience just got a lot sunnier! Starting May 14, 2023, groups booking their Caribbean getaway at Sandals and Beaches Resorts for a minimum of three nights can receive their 6th room free! With attentive staff, spectacular facilities and breathtaking locations, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are the ultimate retreat for groups. Now is a great time to book your family or destination wedding to take advantage of this amazing offer!Sandals Select: It’s Reunion Time! If you missed Sandals Spring Reunion Week – not to worry – you can still participate in exclusive events and activities during Beaches Reunion Week from October 19-23, 2023.The Love Nest Dream Suite of the Month is The Windsor Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Royal Suite Spend your WeddingMoon®, honeymoon, or romantic getaway savoring the idyllic ambiance of a Windsor Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Royal Suite [WS]! Even before arrival, guests of this heavenly suite experience extravagance with a VIP Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benz airport transfer!Celebrity Sightings at Beaches Resorts Tammin, her husband Sean, and their adorable daughter Phoenix, enjoyed the resort’s luxurious amenities, including the 20 gourmet dining options, the Pirates Island Waterpark, the Red Lane® Spa and much more. And of course, no Beaches Resorts vacation is complete for the little ones without a special Sesame Street Character Tuck-in, which Phoneix thoroughly enjoyed.Climb up to Sandals Royal Bahamian’s Windsor Tower Known for its majestic European feel, the Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort and Off-Shore Island is nestled in the unmatched beauty of The Bahamas. Now, the most elegant resort has an accent that further solidifies its reputation with its newly enhanced Windsor Tower.Sally Beauty Beaches & Waves Sweepstakes Summer is right around the corner and like many you’re probably gearing up for long days in the summer sun or better yet, the Caribbean vacation you’ve been waiting for. All that fun in the surf and sun can really take a toll on your hair. Luckily Beaches has once again teamed up with Sally Beauty, the destination for salon-quality hair, skin and nail essentials at beautiful prices, to offer tips on beach beauty care and the chance to win a Caribbean vacation with the “Beaches & Waves” Sweepstakes! It’s Here – Check Out The New WeddingMoons® Planning Guide! Your WeddingMoon journey is our pleasure. From beginning to end, we aim to make your celebration the best ever. Our new interactive wedding planning guide is just one way to make the journey extra special...and fun. Navigate from section to section to discover all the information you need to know about Sandals destination weddings, honeymoons, and vow renewals. Within the pages, you will find buttons that link you to additional information. Explore all of the exciting details, including:Sandals Royal Plantation wins 2015 Brides Best Honeymoon Award Planning a honeymoon? Need the perfect destination? Why not consult the authority on all things weddings, from the engagement to the honeymoon, Brides! With the release of Bride’s new 2023 list of best honeymoon locations, those planning their first romantic getaway as husband and wife know exactly where to go. To sweeten the deal even more, there’s a Luxury Included® winner!Grab your Boots and Swimsuits for an All Access Experience at Sandals Ochi Your favorite country artists are headed to the trendiest resort in Jamaica to spend their Memorial Day Weekend with you! The all-new Sandals Ochi Beach Resort will host Boots on the Beach, an all-star country music celebration to benefit the Boot Campaign, which aims to raise awareness of the unique challenges service members and their families face during and post-service and provide necessary assistance.We Came, We Saw… We Bonded! Best friends from all over North America packed their bathing suits and headed to south Grace Bay Beach to sunny Beaches Turks & Caicos for the ultimate girls-only getaway.Sandals Select Rewards Highlight: Member Only Events If you’ve ever been to a Sandals Select Rewards event you know the fun never stops at these elite fêtes held at Sandals & Beaches and tailored specifically for Sandals Select members!Meet Katie and Sean – Brides Live Wedding Contest Winners! This summer, Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa will serve as the host locale for a destination wedding where the public chooses all of the romantic details!Vibes on the Island rocks Sandals Private Island The Sandals Foundation hosted a sold out crowd of more than 800 guests at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island for an exciting evening of gourmet food, premium drinks and great music all in support of a great cause!Sandals Select: Limited Time Offer - Earn Double Points Make your Beaches Ocho Rios trip twice as rewarding! Voted the best Family Hotel for Families in the Caribbean, Beaches Ocho Rios offers a myriad of exciting activities and amenities. Plus, as a Sandals Select Rewards member, you’ll earn double points just for doing what you love—vacationing with your family. Enjoy activities tailored for every member of the family, or romantic pursuits for just the two of you…all while earning double points.#BeachesTeens are invited to TAP into Beaches Resorts Beaches Resorts has a reputation of exceeding expectations – from the only live Sesame Street® characters in the Caribbean to Red Lane® Spa treatments catering to the entire family, Beaches has got you covered! And now, we’re taking it a step further with the debut of Beaches Teen Advisory Panel (TAP), which will serve as a forum for teens, providing insight that will create new and exciting teen activities at Beaches Resorts!Tune-In to Win a Beaches Resorts Luxury Included® Family Vacation! Beaches Resorts and your favorite hit radio stations from across the U.S. want to help you get away! Tune in on Monday, April 27th and Tuesday, April 28th or on Thursday, April 30th and Friday, May 1st as 20 radio stations trade their studios for panoramic ocean views as they broadcast LIVE from Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. DJ’s will also provide you with the exclusive chance to win a 4-day/3-night Luxury Included® Family Vacation to any Beaches Resort, including round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines!Protecting the Caribbean’s Coral for Earth Day 2015 The Caribbean is known for its beautiful beaches and expansive ocean – home to some of the world’s most spectacular coral reefs. Knowing this, it is no surprise that the Sandals Foundation is dedicated to marine conservation and to celebrate Earth Day, the Foundation has pledged to give this cause a special push!Get Your Hashtags Ready for the #SandalsOchi Twitter Party When there’s a reason to celebrate – Sandals Resorts celebrates! And with the recent re-launch of the trendy Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, which introduced a chic, modern design to the Caribbean Riviera, we have many reasons to keep the party going. This Thursday, April 23 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST, we’ll be taking the party digital with the #SandalsOchi Twitter party! This is your time to interact with Sandals Resorts and answer all burning questions you may have about Jamaica’s newest Luxury Included® Vacation resort. You can join the party by following @SandalsResorts while using the hashtag #SandalsOchi. Beaches Ocho Rios: Exclusive Offer & Sailing Fun! Beaches Ocho Rios offers an intimate private beach, a Pirates Island Waterpark, extra large accommodations, and the only all-inclusive golf program for kids. Now, you can also enjoy a sailing experience with Beaches Ocho Rios’ new sailing school! You and your children have a chance to learn to navigate the Caribbean Sea with the Sailing Fun Experience.Sandals’ First Speakeasy Brings a Taste of the Roaring ‘20s to Jamaica! Voyage back in time and be transported to the mysterious world of a speakeasy at The Rabbit Hole, the newest feature at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Locate the secret door and give the correct password to gain exclusive entry into a roaring ‘20s prohibition era speakeasy when the moonshine was strong and the laughs were plenty.Beaches Ocho Rios’ Kids Club Raising the Bar While I’m sure there’s no argument that we are all well deserving of the ultimate Luxury Included® getaway, arguably the most worthy of a vacation are parents. From juggling their busy working lives to raising their children – parents work 24/7! So, where should they go? According to USA Today, they should all head to Beaches Ocho Rios, equipped with one of the most comprehensive kid’s club programs among all all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean.Rewards You Deserve – Recognition Awards As a member of Sandals Select Rewards, you will enjoy a world of benefits and savings. Once enrolled, you'll earn bonus points for every paid night you spend with us and indulge in a wide collection of member-only benefits like exclusive offers, special events, and on property extras. You'll also be given opportunities to earn special recognition awards:Free Anniversary Night at Sandals or Beaches! Every Luxury Included® Vacation is an exceptional escape featuring the Caribbean’s best beaches, luxurious services and amenities, sumptuous accommodations, and so much more! Sandals, the perfect getaway for two people in love, and Beaches, the ideal retreat for thrilling family vacations, offer unforgettable experiences that will be etched in your mind for a lifetime!All Packed? It’s Time to Island Hop! Get packin’! It’s time for some island hopping—Sandals Resorts style.Sandals Select: Why Beaches Ocho Rios? Have you been to Beaches Ocho Rios lately? This award-winning retreat not only offers thrilling excitement for the entire family but also an incredible point-earning opportunity for Sandals Select Rewards members. Here are just some of the reasons you’ll want to make Beaches Ocho Rios your next family vacation destination:USA Today Agrees – Teens Love Beaches Resorts! When it comes to family vacations, the Caribbean has always been a popular destination for teenagers. With so many choices among Caribbean resorts, where is it that teens are flocking to? According to USA Today, Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages and Spa is bringing their A game when it comes to attracting and pleasing their teen travelers.Grab your Shades it’s Sandals Resorts Week on Wheel of Fortune®! Sandals Resorts and Wheel of Fortune are bringing the Caribbean fun in the sun right to your family room with Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Week. Grab your shades, pull up a lounge chair and tune in all week, April 6-10.Mondavi Wines Now Pouring at Sandals and Beaches Resorts What’s fine dining without the right wine to elevate the palate?Celebrity Sightings at Beaches Turks and Caicos While the calendar says that we have officially started spring, the weather in most places seems to disagree. So where do you go when even the spring air is just a tad too brisk? Well, it seems like celebrities have chosen to find their spring oasis in the Caribbean at Beaches Turks & Caicos, where the sun is shining and the only white in sight are the powder beaches.Sandals Select Rewards Highlight: Complimentary Couples Massage Imagine being spent after a day of Luxury Included® fun in the sun. You and your one and only have lazed on the white sand beach, indulged in gourmet dining, and enjoyed an array of water sports activities. Now, it’s time to unwind.Discover Unparalleled Sunset Views & Six-Star Amenities – WeddingMoon® LoveNest Dream Suite of the Month Intended for lovers, Sandals Grande Antigua’s Mediterranean Oceanview Penthouse One Bedroom Butler Suite [GA] features remarkable décor, luxurious suite amenities, butler service, and so much more! Meet the Chef of Sandals’ First Indian Restaurant How often do you get to meet the chef behind the plate? With Sandals’ addition of Indian cuisine, we want you to be sure that Sandals is delivering an authentic Indian dining experience! Enter 24 year-old, Sous Chef Vinoth Venkatapuram Gajendiran, chosen to oversee the kitchen at Sandals Resorts’ first-ever Indian restaurant, Bombay Club, at the new Sandals Barbados Resort.The Luck of the Irish reaches Jamaica at Beaches Negril Ireland came to Jamaica and made a special stop at Beaches Negril for the best of all St. Paddy’s Day celebrations! What comes to mind of when you hear St. Patrick’s Day? If you’re like most, you probably think of leprechauns, the color green and maybe even a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. Well, you guessed it – Beaches Negril had it all! Beaches staff delighted the guests as they were in full St. Paddy’s Day garb, complete with long clover socks, green draperies and one staff member dressed as a leprechaun – albeit a rather tall leprechaun.Tune-In to Win a Sandals Resorts Luxury Included® Vacation! Sandals Resorts and your favorite hit radio stations from across the U.S. want to help you escape the cold and dive into the heart of the Caribbean! Tune in on Monday, March 23rd and Tuesday, March 24th or on Thursday, March 26th and Friday, March 27th as 20 radio stations trade their studios for sweeping ocean views as they broadcast LIVE from Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort in Great Exuma, Bahamas. DJ’s will also provide you with the exclusive chance to win a 4-day/3-night Luxury Included® Vacation to any Sandals Resort, including round-trip airfare for two on American Airlines!Top 5 Reasons To Join Sandals Select Rewards…Today! As a valued Sandals Select Rewards member, a world of perks and benefits is at your fingertips! You’ll enjoy special events and activities, on-resort special treatment, special offers and more! It’s free and easy to join – plus, you’ll receive a special gift of 10,000 Sandals Select starter points (equal to a savings of $250 USD) just for joining the club! Here are five more reasons to enroll today:3 Ways to Give Back during your WeddingMoon® When you think about wedding gifts, you immediately think of the many gifts that you will receive from friends and family to help you start your new lives together. But what if you already everything you need and you want to take this opportunity to give back to others? Well, we have 3 ideas for you to give back during your wedding or honeymoon at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts.Double Your Pleasure at Beaches Ocho Rios! Double your fun for double the points. For a limited time, Sandals Select Guests can earn double points when they book an island getaway at Beaches Ocho Rios in Jamaica. Book by May 31, 2023 for travel between September 1 thru November 22, 2023 and bathe in the Caribbean sun along Ocho Rios’ private white sand beach while earning double points!Happy 6th Birthday Sandals Foundation! Few events are as exciting as a birthday, so today, we have plenty reason to celebrate. Join us in wishing a very happy 6th birthday to the Sandals Foundation! In honor of their sixth anniversary, the Sandals Foundation invites you all to join in the celebration with their new Celebrating 6 Years Together fundraising campaign! This six week, online campaign recognizes the years of making a difference with the support of valued guests staying at Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple through encouraging everyone to donate $6 on Crowdrise.Watch & Win a Family Caribbean Adventure with Sprout’s “Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave”! Ready to get out of the winter cold and into the tropical sunshine with a family adventure in the Caribbean? Well you’re in luck, Sprout and Beaches Resorts have teamed up for the “Pick and Play Sweepstakes”! Sprout, the first 24 hour preschool network, has launched its newest original series, “Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave”, which follows three best friends: Ruff-Ruff, a lovable, instinctive pup; Tweet, a cautious, thoughtful bird; and Dave, an imaginative, quirky panda on adventures that ignite the imagination. This full CGI series features these furry friends on adventures that allow for interactive play between kids and the characters through a companion app experience, bringing everyone closer together by interacting while they watch (available on iOS and Android)!Take a Closer Look Into The WeddingMoons® Experience at Sandals Grande Antigua Set on Antigua's best and most famous beach, Sandals Grande Antigua is a charming seaside garden oasis that is complemented by meandering pathways, swaying palms and cooling trade winds. Upon arrival, you’re steeped into a realm of chic sophistication that unfurls from the hillside to the seaside villas. Relaxing on silky-soft white sands, allowing the warmth of the Caribbean to hug you, it’s inevitable that you’ll create your own fairy tale as you share in the most romantic time of your life. Before you take the plunge, here’s a peek of what you can expect on your Sandals Grande Antigua WeddingMoon!Tis the Season of the Night Blooming Jasmine Imagine the calming aroma of Chinese jasmine floating through the air with the sound of gentle waves kissing the shore as you walk hand in hand with the one you love and your candlelit sanctuary waiting in the distance. This level of serenity may sound too good to be true, but with the Red Lane® Spa’s newest offering, the Night Blooming Jasmine, relaxation is just within reach for all Luxury Included® resort guests.Sandals and Beaches Sailing Instructors Get Refreshed with ASA Stunning waterscapes, sunny weather and powdery white sand define the Caribbean—the perfect backdrop for sailing adventures for beach bums, couples or with the whole family!Beaches Turks & Caicos turning up the Heat with the new Jerk Shack and Appleton Rum Bar When daydreaming about the perfect Luxury Included® Caribbean vacation, there are a lot of must haves: pristine beaches, powder sand, friendly native and authentic Caribbean cuisine. Have no fear, at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa we’ve got you completely covered – especially with the new Jerk Shack and Appleton Rum Bar! This latest addition to our Gourmet Discovery Dining portfolio bumps the dining options at Beaches Turks & Caicos to a whopping 20 culinary concepts!Share your #SandalsSelectRewards Memories and Be Featured! Want to be featured on the Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Social Media pages? Simply post photos from your vacations with us on Twitter and Instagram and add the hashtag #SandalsSelectRewards for your chance to be featured!Vibes on the Island returns to Sandals Royal Bahamian A trip to Sandals Royal Bahamian is always a guaranteed good time! With up to 10 Gourmet Discovery Dining restaurants, a royal history and a private offshore island, there is little you could add to make a trip to this Luxury Included® resort any better – or so you thought. On April 25, Sandals Royal Bahamian kicks it up a notch with the return of the fundraising concert, Vibes on the Island 2023 presented by The Sandals Foundation, The Coca-Cola Company and Caribbean Bottling Company Bahamas.Fans of the Brand are Facebook Official! Where’s the one place that you can share your fun experiences at your favorite Sandals Resorts? Our official fan pages of course! Dazzle other fans with your vacation photos and stories, while receiving the latest news and updates. We’re waiting to hear from you! Visit any of our official pages here:Top 5 Reasons to Attend the 9th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational Home to rolling hills, clear-blue waters, and sun-filled days, Jamaica is one of the most enchanting places in the Caribbean. This year, the sundry island is home to our Spring Chairman’s Golf Invitational from May 14-16! Need more reasons to join us? Here are five more:An Engagement Story – Trent & Erica in Grenada Many couples fall in love with the away-from-it-all appeal of Sandals LaSource Grenada. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, this exotic haven comprised of innovative accommodations and stunning views, is the perfect setting for lovers!Barbados Salutes Sandals Chairman with Distinguished Entrepreneur Award The test of time has proven Sandals Resorts to be a leader within the tourism and hospitality industries. This success would be impossible without the vision and innovation of the Luxury Included® brand’s Founder and Chairman, Mr. Gordon “Butch” Stewart. From guests to staff, Sandals Resorts has proved beneficial, and the government of Barbados agrees! The Barbados Ministry of Industry and Commerce recently honored Mr. Stewart with the coveted Barbados Distinguished Entrepreneur Award in recognition of the huge impact Sandals Barbados has had on the country – now that is appreciation!Sandals Whitehouse Signs on to Deaf Tourism When you experience a good thing, you keep coming back for more. This could be why Sandals Resorts experiences such high levels of return guests – and that goes for groups too! One of the latest groups to return on a Luxury Included® Vacation was a group of 30 Deaf and Hard of Hearing guests, who were proudly hosted by Sandals Whitehouse on the south coast of Jamaica. This adventure-filled trip took this group of 30 on various Island Routes tours from visiting YS Falls in St. Elizabeth to cruising along the coast to Pelican Bar and cooling off with a dip at Dolphins Cove in Hanover.Sandals Style Magazine – Your Guide to Caribbean Living! With Sandals Resorts, everything we do is Luxury Included® – even the reading! We invite you to take a digital trip to the tropics and experience the true spirit of Caribbean living through the pages of our latest edition of Sandals Style Magazine. Every page is filled with captivating photos and enlightening articles sure to keep you turning through the pages!Sandals Select: Where Will You Go Next? With great destinations so close by, choosing where you’ll go next might be the hard part! Enjoy Jamaica’s laidback vibe. Or, opt for a getaway amid the pristine beaches of Antigua. Wherever you decide to go, you can take advantage of limited-time offers – combined with your rewards points, there’s no better time for a Luxury Included Vacation! Here’s a list of some of the best special offers:Enter to Win the Ultimate Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Located in sunny Jamaica, Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa offers the perfect backdrop for weddings and honeymoons. And now, this tropical retreat will be the host resort for the winners of the Brides Live Wedding Contest! The winning couple of the contest will exchange vows at Sandals Whitehouse and receive the destination wedding of a lifetime.Tailor-Made Kid Vacations with Beaches At Beaches Kids Camp, we give kids extra attention with tailor-made fun just for them. Toddlers can truly enjoy their very own activities designed especially for them and supervised by Certified Nannies. We'll make sure that your tyke has all the fun; toddler pools, shell collecting, face painting, treasure hunts, puppets, costume time, magic shows, sand castle building, just to name a few. Our Certified Nannies love nothing more than to bring smiles of delight to their little faces.Beaches Negril Celebrates their First Class of SCU Graduates Ever wonder why Sandals and Beaches Resorts are so often praised for their high level of service? Well, at the heart of our resorts is the passion and dedication of our employees to continuously provide guests with the acclaimed high level of service that our guests have come to expect. Nothing demonstrates this dedication more than the recent accomplishment of 40 Beaches Negril employees who are now proud graduates of the Sandals Corporate University (SCU)! As the first graduating class from Beaches Negril, this group exemplifies the true spirit of the Luxury Included® brand – setting themselves apart as industry leaders.Stars Aligned For Dwyane Wade’s All-Star Bowling Classic Three-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade hosted his All-Star Bowling Classic on Saturday, February 14th in support of the Game Changer program, the collaborative integrated sports program created by The Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundation to assist youth in underserved communities through sport and mentorship. Presented by Apollo Jets, all proceeds from the celebrity bowling competition benefited the Game Changer initiative and raised awareness for the cause through a red carpet, star-studded event. “Rasta” Restoration Complete thanks to Sandals and ATL Think of the best birthday gift you’ve ever gotten. Now imagine having that same gift in pristine condition more than 30 years later – unbelievable, right? Well, Sandals Resorts is in the business of making the unimaginable a reality, and this time they called on some assistance from ATL Automotive to go above and beyond! Sandals and ATL recently undertook the “Rasta” restoration of Bob Marley’s famed matte-blue 1977 Land Rover – just in time for the icon’s 70th birthday. The Land Rover was completely restored from clutch to chassis, complete with an interior custom-designed by Bob Marley’s first born daughter and internationally acclaimed fashion designer, Cedella.Sandals takes Romance Digital with the #SandalsVDay Twitter Chat! With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, love is in the air and romance is the topic of everyone’s conversation. Should you buy flowers, chocolates or both? Can a significant other be too romantic? Is there a speed dial number for cupid? With so many questions, who can you turn to for answers? Have no fear, Sandals Resorts, the leader in Romance, is here with the annual #SandalsVDay Twitter Party!Top 5 Reasons To Participate in the Sandals Select Spring Golf Invitational Here’s your chance to be part of our first-ever Spring Chairman’s Golf Invitational happening May 14-16, 2023! Besides the guarantee of beautiful golf weather and gentle winds that are in ever in your favor, here are five more reasons to join us:Celebrate Your Love With a Love Nest ‘Suite’ Escape From blufftop suites with unparalleled views to private, oversized villas and Skypool suites, the Love Nests of Sandals Resorts are the ultimate escape – here’s why:Barbados – Where Romance and Culture Meet With white sand beaches and turquoise waters, the island nation of Barbados may be best known for its mysterious underground caves and homegrown pop sensation, Rihanna, but as of January 28, 2023, Barbados has a new attraction shining bright like a diamond—Sandals Barbados, the newest Luxury Included® resort located in the spirited St. Lawrence Gap.Sandals Resorts Scores Big at the Inaugural Travvy Awards And the Oscar goes to…Sandals Resorts! Well, not quite – at least not until Sandals Resorts stars in a motion picture. For now, we will set our sights on the Travvys, an award recognizing the highest standards of excellence in the travel industry! At this year’s inaugural Travvy Awards, hosted by travAlliancemedia, Sandals Resorts walked away with three awards of distinction:Join Dwyane Wade and Adam Stewart this Valentine’s Day and Help Change the Game! Dwyane Wade is set to host his All-Star Bowling Classic on Saturday, February 14th from 1:00pm – 3:30pmand you can be there! Spend Valentine’s Day in the heart of the Big Apple with Adam Stewart, President of the Sandals Foundation and CEO of Sandals Resorts International and the three-time NBA Champion himself as celebrities and Game Changers bowl for a great cause. Presented by Apollo Jets, all proceeds raised from the event will benefit the Game Changer program, the Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundations’ collaborative integrated sports program aimed to assist youth in underserved communities through sport and mentorship. Beaches Resorts Launches New "Sailing Fun" Experience Beaches Resorts has recently launched a new sailing program at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, Beaches Negril Resort & Spa, and Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club in conjunction with the American Sailing Association (ASA), the globe’s leading authority on sailing instruction and sailing schools. As part of the Beaches Sailing School, Beaches Resorts now offers a new Sailing Fun Experience, in which guests can participate in a sailing course consisting of four two-hour sessions designed to introduce both children (ages eight and above) and adults to the sport of sailing.Sandals Barbados WOWs its First Guests! Imagine escaping the bitter cold of Saskatchewan, Canada to the tropical paradise of Barbados – trading in your snow shoes for flip flops and your gray skies for radiant sunshine. As if that isn’t enough, imagine reaching your destination and being greeted with a bouquet of flowers and a full on welcoming committee! Sound unbelievable? Well, not for Kelly and Janet Rumpf who returned to Sandals Resorts, this time to be thrilled as the first guests of Sandals Barbados, the newest Luxury Included® addition, after the official reopening!Always Included, Always Unlimited: An Award-Winning Recipe with TripAdvisor for Sandals & Beaches It's no secret that when travelers want the unedited scoop on a resort, they visit TripAdvisor.com, the largest travel community in the world. In an age where information is readily available and exchanged without filter, there is no truer testament to a company’s work than the overall feedback of its customers, which is why TripAdvisor’s annual Travelers’ Choice Awards are so valuable. These awards, now in their 13th year, are the highest honors TripAdvisor can bestow and Sandals and Beaches couldn’t be prouder to be recognized with 14 Travelers’ Choice Awards. Based on millions of reviews and opinions from travelers around the world, these awards reflect “the best of the best” for service, quality and customer satisfaction, from hotels and accommodations to destinations, attractions and even brands and products.Sandals Foundation & Comcast South Florida Partner In Support of the Game Changer Program The Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundation, NBA Champion Dwyane Wade’s charitable organization, continue to raise awareness for their integrated sports program Game Changer, with the announcement of a 90 day Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign on Comcast in South Florida.10 Reasons to Have A Destination Wedding at Sandals or Beaches Of course you’ve fantasized of warm sunshine, powdery sand, sparkling shores, salty Caribbean air and all the island vibes that are entertain the vision of your dream wedding in the tropics, but perhaps you’re in search of a few more details to seal the deal.. Well, here are top 10 reasons why you canoot go wrong with a destination wedding at at Sandals or Beaches Resorts! Release your Inner DJ at Beaches’ Scratch DJ Academy Finally, a vacation where teens set the tone! Beaches Resorts has teamed up with the world-famous Scratch DJ Academy to design a program specifically for teens. This program is an all-access pass to the Ultimate DJ experience whereteens learn “scratch” fundamentals of blending music through interactive mix sessions with a professional Disc Jockey. While fusing the latest songs on vinyl records, CD's and even their iPods, teens are given mixing tips and tricks to keep any crowd moving. Sandals Makes USA Today's "Best Caribbean Health and Wellness Resorts" Committed to a healthier lifestyle in 2023 but still want to spoil yourself with a much deserved Caribbean vacation? Who says you can’t bath in luxurious infinity pools overlooking sparkling seas or indulge in authentic gourmet dining while keeping your wellness routine? At Sandals, you can treat yourself to a truly guilt-free, active Luxury Included® Vacation.Take the Plunge: Romantic Water Sports for Two! Your Luxury Included® Vacation will be full of exciting things to do with your significant other. Surrounded by the blue turquoise waters and the warm glow of an effervescent sun, take in nearly every water activity imaginable! Make a Splash at Beaches Negril’s Pirates Island Waterpark! Spread over 20 acres of a lush landscape, Beaches Negril embodies the Caribbean’s blissful atmosphere. With stunning ocean views, seven miles of shoreline, endless land and water activities, as well as luxurious amenities for the whole family, there is something for everyone at Beaches Negril. Nestled on 18,000 square feet along the ocean’s edge, Pirates Island Waterpark provides families with a place to be adventurous; making your Luxury Included® Vacation unforgettable! Kids and adults alike, rejoice, because the most exhilarating water park in the Caribbean has gotten a whole lot better!Sandals Foundation & Dwyane Wade Launch CrowdRise Campaign in support of Game Changer The Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundation, NBA Champion Dwyane Wade’s charitable organization, continue to raise awareness for the Game Changer campaign – an integrated sports program providing underprivileged youth with access to planned sports, recreation, healthy lifestyle education and family engagement. Through a global fundraising campaign on CrowdRise, an online community that is committed to giving back and raising funds for great causes, , the ‘Change the Game’ Challenge aims to raise $150,000 by February 9th.Sandals Select: Combine Spectacular New Year Savings With Exclusive Perks for the Ultimate Luxury Included® Experience! Members of Sandals Select Rewards can have the ultimate experience at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts this year! Start the New Year off right and combine spectacular savings like air credits, spa credits and free golf with exclusive rewards and benefits including a free couples massage, candlelight dinner savings, and more!New WeddingMoon® Luxury: Your Wedding Chariot Awaits! With so many places to go, things to do and people to greet during your Sandals or Beaches WeddingMoon®, there’s nothing like saving a little time by hitching a ride to your most important wedding day activities. Wedding Chariots makes it all so simple! This new complimentary on resort transportation service is exclusively for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts WeddingMoon couples. Enjoy the convenience of being escorted to on resort locations on your big day!Girls Just Wanna Have Sun! Best friends share everything from wardrobes to the last slice of pizza, so why not share a Luxury Included® Vacation getaway? Grab your bestie for the ultimate “girls night out” experience at The Beaches Turks and Caicos BFF Weekend Getaway - the perfect way to unwind with your favorite girls!Cure for the Arctic Blast Blues – A Foodie Vacation to the Caribbean It’s January and while it may be a fresh new year, the winter season is tired with chilling temperatures and snow-filled days. Sick of the dreaded arctic blast? What could be better medicine than some travel therapy soaking up the Caribbean sun on the spice island—Nothing, according to Travel Therapy expert, Karen Schaler. Her recipe calls for a Foodie Vacation to Sandals’ newest resort, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, where the Luxury Included® resort is heating up the food scene with hot new dining options.New Year, New Look For Sandals and Beaches in 2015! You can’t talk New Year without talking resolutions! From healthy eating to personal checkpoints, 2023 is all about setting goals and achieving them. It is with this same determination that Sandals and Beaches Resorts have set an exciting list of five resolutions for 2023 – and we’re counting on you to hold us to them!The Wait is Over – Sandals Barbados Sneak Peek! Since closing its doors for renovations in April 2023, all have been in high anticipation to see the new and improved Sandals Barbados. Well, wait no longer – here is your official sneak peek at the latest in Luxury Included® Vacation resorts! What can you expect when Sandals Barbados reopens its doors? Well, from 280 luxury accommodation to 11 Discovery Dining choices, featuring Sandals’ very first Indian restaurant, Bombay, Sandals Barbados is sure to meet and exceed all expectations!Islands Journalist Spends a Day (or Four) in the Life at Sandals Whitehouse Imagine yourself on a Luxury Included® Vacation – inclusive of crystal clear beaches, gourmet Discovery Dining, premium top-shelf spirits and top notch service with a “no problem” attitude. Now imagine all that’s happening behind the scenes to make Luxury happen, are you curious? Journalist Robert Stephens was and his curiosity led him to embark on a four day journey stepping into the lives of Sandals Whitehouse staff. Stephens shares his experience on the service side of six different resort jobs through a 10-page feature in the latest edition of Islands Magazine.Top 5 Luxury Included® Activities That Will Warm Your Heart Every Luxury Included® getaway blends charm, incredible hospitality, and luxury inclusions with the best beachside experiences in the Caribbean. Feel the flutter in your heart with these activities sure to make you feel aglow:The Sandals Foundation’s Annual Toy Drive Delights Children across Grenada The Holiday Season is all about giving and brightening the lives of others – especially kids. It is with this holiday spirit that the Sandals Foundation, through their annual “High Five” Toy Drive, surprised hundreds of children across Grenada with gifts from employees at Sandals LaSource. Children’s smiles illuminated the spice island as the Sandals LaSource team visited five schools with gifts in tow for children as young as newborns to 17 years old. The annual Sandals Foundation toy drive delivered significantly more gifts this year, increasing from 500 to more than 800 treats and goodies for children in Grenada alone!Winter Sale! Enjoy the Best Offers of the Season & Exclusive Extras What’s better than a Luxury Included® getaway? Enjoying your Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts Vacation along with exclusive perks and some of the best savings of the season! Check out these amazing offers and savings.‘Shark Golf Course’ featured in Golf Digest Known for its scenic ocean view and challenging fairways, the award-winning golf course at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Tennis and Spa Resort, Emerald Reef Golf Club was featured in the Golf Digest as “one of the toughest tests in the Caribbean.” New and experienced golfers alike can put their skills to the test at the premiere golf course of the Caribbean!Sandals Barbados Featured in Fodor's 2015 Go List Don’t take our word for it. Sandals Barbados is on "Fodor’s 2023 Go List" too! Ranked in the top 25 “can’t miss” destinations, Barbados is not only offering increased access to the Caribbean’s “most British” island with increased flights, it’s also home to Sandals Barbados, the newest Luxury Included® resort scheduled to welcome 2023 travelers as early as January 28th. Evidently, it’s seven gourmet restaurants, Red Lane® Spa and Crystal Lagoon Swim-Up Suites caught Fodor's attention too. To read what the experts are saying, check out the full scoop below. Their worldwide team of over 700 travel writers brings you the latest, most accurate coverage and wouldn’t steer you wrong:Sandals Foundation Joins the “1000 Bricks in 100 Days” Campaign in The Bahamas The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, and The Nassau, Bahamas Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DST), recently kicked off their “1000 Bricks in 100 Days” fundraising campaign. The call-to-action challenge will aid the partnership’s P.A.C.E. program, (Providing Access to Continued Education) in the building completion of a first-of-its-kind support center that will ensure young teenage mothers and their children are provided with a resource that accommodates administrative, counseling and academic services. Sandals Kicks Off Engagement Season with 3rd Annual “#12daysofsandals” With celebrations of love and giving all around, it comes as no surprise that the holidays are known to be one of the most popular times of the year to pop the question. From the ultra-elaborate to the incredibly creative, each proposal season gets better and better and to celebrate, Sandals Resorts’ annual ‘12 Days of Sandals” Twitter and Instagram sweepstakes is getting better and better with its most exciting countdown yet. This year’s engagement celebration is delivering twelve days of giveaways that are sure to have romantics talking.Turn up the Heat at Beaches Firefighter Beach Blast Beaches Resorts is sending a special thanks to all of the brave firefighters for their services with a great offer to take a well-deserved vacation to the Caribbean! Firefighters are invited to heat things up September 2023 as Beaches Negril celebrates the brave spirit of firefighters everywhere with a fun Luxury Included® Vacation designed specifically for our honorable heroes. Get ready for an array of exciting activities on this extraordinary Jamaican getaway!Diving in the Bahamas Just Got Better at Sandals Royal Bahamian The world’s largest single underwater sculpture, ‘Ocean Atlas’ is the newest attraction for Sandals Royal Bahamian guests looking to explore the deep blue sea in Nassau, Bahamas. Now, the Caribbean’s best scuba diving and snorkeling program features two underwater art exhibits with the newest addition in the pristine Bahamian waters.Sandals Resorts International Honored By World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) has done it again! The resort company was recently named the World’s Leading All-Inclusive Company at the Word Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony, held on December 7, 2023 at CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa in Anguilla. In addition to this distinguished honor for the 19th consecutive year, the Luxury Included® Resort Company was also recognized in three additional categories, including the World’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort Brand, World’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort and World’s Most Romantic Resort.Sandals Emerald Bay: Pristine Beach & Exotic Adventure Ideally located amid a pristine, mile-long beach and stunning championship golf course, Sandals Emerald Bay is truly a privileged enclave, designed to ensure you'll feel like the only ones there. With elegant Bahamian-style architecture, endless views of the turquoise Sea, and luxurious services and amenities, this majestic resort has it all—ocean view and oceanfront suites, 3 pools including the island’s largest, 150-slip deep water marina, easy access to many popular Out Island adventures such as the Honeymooner’s Island Picnic, and so much more!Sandals Leads the Way in Responsible Tourism with More Than Seven Platinum Certifications from EarthCheck Sandals Resorts takes pride in our commitment to environmental responsibility as the only all-inclusive resort in the world to receive more than seven platinum certifications – the highest level possible – from the EarthCheck Program! EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and is the benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry. With programs that reutilize and preserve the lush homes of our Caribbean resorts, we show as much love for the environment as our couples share with each other. Our “green” resorts continue to master the ability to remain among the most eco- and community-friendly resorts in the travel industry, while still consistently delivering the highest quality of services, amenities and accommodations that our guests have come to expect from the Luxury Included® Vacation experience.Take a Closer Look at Getting It All with Sandals Resorts Sandals Resorts continues to lead the all-inclusive movement with even more Luxury Included® offerings at all of our properties throughout the Caribbean. With recent innovations throughout our resorts, we invite you to take a closer look at getting it all! From signature spa concepts to new luxury suites designed for privacy and ultimate pampering, a Sandals vacation aims to exceed our guests’ expectations with special attention to a truly luxurious vacation. When guests ask for immaculate service, Sandals delivers! With our warm Caribbean hospitality and exclusive partnership with the iconic, London-based Guild of Professional English Butlers, you can see the Sandals difference the closer you look. The Sandals Foundation Joins Global #GivingTuesday Campaign To Help Make A Difference In The Caribbean With the holiday craze in full force, “Giving Tuesday” has become a new and refreshing day of giving back in which charities, families, businesses and communities around the world come together to celebrate generosity. In honor of the #GivingTuesday movement, the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, is encouraging supporters to join the December 2nd giveback campaign and donate any dollar amount to help education in the Caribbean. By participating in the Sandals Foundation #GivingTuesday event, contributors will help re-build the West End Basic School in Westmoreland, Jamaica, one of 55 locally supported schools that the Foundation provides with infrastructural upgrades and educational resources. Studies prove that early childhood education increases the likelihood of graduation from high school and achieving higher lifetime earnings. The student population of West End has increased by 33% since 2010 as a result of the Foundations support and with #GivingTuesday initiative, supporters can help make a huge difference in the life of a child.Sandals Select: Combine Exclusive Savings With Mega Cyber Monday Sales! If you’ve been dreaming of the sun, sand, and sea, here’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy them all! With air credits, spa & tour credits, on-resort savings, and even a special Cyber Monday Sale, you can indulge in luxury services and amenities and some of the best savings of the season!Islands Magazine All Work and No Play? – Not at Sandals LaSource! Any time work includes butler service, a Skypool suite and nine gourmet restaurants to choose from, you know you’re in the right field. Throw in tropical weather, crystal blue waters and lush mountainous views – and the lines between work and play begin to ripple like the waves of your personal plunge pool. Don’t take our word for it, Steve Spears, ISLANDS Magazine’s Digital Content Director, recently shared his first-hand experience at Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa in the latest edition of ISLANDS Magazine!Cheers! Sandals Raises a Glass to a New Partnership and Gourmet Dining When planning a vacation, what’s at the top of your checklist? Location? Luxury? Dining? Well, Sandals and Beaches offer you all three with a revamped 2023 Gourmet Discovery Dining program that brings a global gastronomic experience straight to the Caribbean! While dining has always been a focus of Sandals’ Resorts, the recent announcement of a whopping 160 restaurants and 21 tasty culinary concepts – including Classic French, Italian, Japanese, Caribbean and upcoming Steakhouse, Indian, Southern and Tapas restaurants – take guests on a satisfying journey filled with new scents and flavors at every stop!Sandals Select Rewards 2015 Events – Save the Dates! The gift of exclusive events has come a little early this year. Here’s our 2023 lineup of events exclusively for you, our most valued guests.USA Today Names Sandals Emerald Bay & Sandals Royal Bahamian Best Adult-Only All-Inclusives! Winter is rapidly approaching and before you know it cabin fever will begin to set in. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays heating up we’re sure you’re looking for that perfect kid-free escape. Recently, USA Today, the nation’s newspaper, compiled a list of the best kid-free, all-inclusive hotels for parents to get away and rekindle their love under the heat of the Caribbean sun. Among the list are not one, but two Sandals’ properties nestled away in the 700 islands of The Bahamas: Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort and Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island.States of Slow with Red Lane® Spa In our fast-paced world it is easy to lose focus of what is important. Our treatments at Red Lane® Spa encourage our guests to reconnect and reflect on all that brings them joy and happiness. States of Slow Beauty is a place unrestricted by time, desire or vanity; where the preparation of restoration and healing begins with a choice. Exclusive to our skin and body care treatments, our four States of Slow Beauty each contains a signature scent to create a multisensory State of Slow Beauty experience.Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club Named The Bahamas’ Best Golf Course The world has voted and the results are in! Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort was recently named The Bahamas’ Best Golf Course at the 1st Annual World Golf Awards! Among stiff competition, Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club came out victorious due to the course’s pristine location, nestled along the turquoise waters of Great Exuma’s Emerald Bay. Sandals LaSource Grenada: Crystalline Waters & Intoxicating Innovation Ideally located along the beautiful Pink Gin Beach, Sandals LaSource Grenada is truly the Sandals of tomorrow! With a stunning setting and majestic views of the cliffs and city hillside, this pioneering resort has it all—innovative suites, a steakhouse, state-of-the art fitness center, easy access to many popular attractions such as Fort Frederick, and so much more!Take a Closer Look Into the Sandals & Beaches WeddingMoon® Experience Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Caribbean, every WeddingMoon® integrates stunning, tropical views. Whether it’s the wedding or the reception, a picturesque vista is always part of your special day. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts offer everything you’ll need for a memorable wedding experience, from the attention to detail, beautiful backdrops, unmatched service and Love Nest suites—experience all of this and more once you’re ready to take the plunge. For now, here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect! Sandals Foundation featured on CBS’ “Game Changers With Kevin Frazier” The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), and Wade’s World Foundation, NBA Champion Dwyane Wade’s charitable organization, continue to raise awareness for their integrated sports program Game Changer, with the release of a spirited, cinematic public service announcement. This Saturday morning, November 15, 2023, the :60 second PSA will be showcased during the namesake CBS television show, “Game Changers with Kevin Frazier,” that celebrates professional athletes who use their public image to make positive changes in the lives of fans in need.Sandals Whitehouse Voted Top-25 Resort in the World Sandals Resorts has more quality inclusions than any other resort on the planet, and guests of Sandals Whitehouse European Village and Spa agrees making it the top 25 all-inclusive resort in the world and winner of Trip Advisor's 2023 Traveler's Choice award.Sandals Foundation & Hasbro Give A “High Five” This Holiday Season With Annual Toy Drive The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, is gearing up for the holiday season and collecting generous donations for its annual Toy Drive now celebrating its fifth anniversary benefitting underprivileged children in the Caribbean. The Foundation is once again partnering with Hasbro Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), one of the world’s leading branded play companies and a valued partner of Beaches Resorts, for this year’s “High Five” campaign.Been to Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts? Here’s What’s Up For Grabs! As a Sandals Select Rewards member, you have a world of exclusive benefits and rewards at your fingertips. Enjoy ongoing discounts, exclusive promotions, personalized, on-property recognition, special handling, memorable gifts, and so much more. You can even work your way up from a standard level member to a diamond level member, enjoying a FREE WEEK Luxury Included® Vacation as the ultimate prize! But even our Standard members get amazing rewards – here are just a few of them that are up for grabs:Uniquely Inspiring Beachfront Retreats Spend your WeddingMoon® or honeymoon savoring the romantic ambiance of a Bay Roc Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Village Suite [1B]. Blessed with easy access to the sandy beach and encircled by tropical foliage, this Sandals Montego Bay haven features an extended patio, elegant mahogany furniture, and separate living room – an ideal spot to relax in the plush his-and-her robes provided! New Private Luxury Transfers & VIP Lounge Service For Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island is rolling out the red carpet for guests with two sparkling new Rolls Royce vehicles. Nothing says Luxury Included® at Sandals like the arrival itself. From touching down in the beautiful Bahamas, checking-in to the exclusive Sandals Airport Lounge, to traveling in a fancy Rolls Royce and being welcomed by a personal butler, the Closer You Look at Sandals Royal Bahamian, this Luxury Included® service is the gold standard for all Butler-level category guests who book a vacation at Sandals Royal Bahamian.Get HOT with the Beaches and Hot In Cleveland BFF Getaway Sweepstakes! You and your best friend deserve a vacation, so pack your bags and enter to win an all-inclusive luxury vacation for you and your best friend to a Beaches Resort of your choice plus a $1200 travel voucher, and Hot In Cleveland Prize Pack, courtesy of TV Land! Adventure, luxury, pampering, and relaxation—Beaches Resorts have it all.Sandals Select: Resort Savings & Exclusive Rewards Fall is officially here and winter is just around the corner! It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the beauty and warmth of the islands with a getaway to your favorite home away from home. Combine spectacular fall deals with exclusive perks, while earning points to use on your next Luxury Included® Vacation. Here are some of the top Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts deals!Social People Doing Social Good At Beaches Resorts’ First Annual Social Media On The Sand Conference During the four day conference, top mom bloggers (and a dad or two) were invited to sharpen their social media skills through information sessions and encouraged to indulge in the beauty of the Caribbean with their families. After swimming in the crystal clear ocean, getting pampered at the Red Lane® Spa and exploring all that Beaches Turks and Caicos has to offer, guests were invited to attend an educational breakfast hosted by the Foundation’s Director of Programs, Heidi Clarke. The attendees gained an insider look into the non-profit’s core principals which are centered around a commitment to playing a meaningful role in the lives of the communities where the hotel brands’ operate.Sandals Resorts Wins Seven Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards Sandals Emerald Bay scored an impressive spot in the Top 10 Best Resorts in the Atlantic, joining the company of breathtaking island vacations across the Atlantic from Bermuda to Turks & Caicos. Located in the heart of a 500-acre nature preserve on the serene South Coast of Jamaica, Sandals Whitehouse returned as a reader’s choice, maintaining its position as one of the Best Resorts in the Caribbean for the second year in a row.Sandals Resorts International Honored by The World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) scored big once again at the 21st Caribbean & The Americas World Travel Awards. Respectfully known as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” the World Travel Awards acknowledge and celebrate achievements in all areas of the world’s travel and tourism industry. To many, it is the regarded as the highest achievement that a travel product can receive and a recognition we proudly showcase.Sandals Select: Enjoy the Last Exclusive Event of 2014! After a year of exciting experiences, our 2023 exclusive events roster is coming to a close. The Sandals & Beaches Reunion Weeks, and 8th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational, held for the first time at the beautiful Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club in Great Exuma, the Bahamas, were a blast! And, there’s still one more exciting event to partake in: Lady Sandals! Checkout what’s in store for our most valued guests aboard the Chairman’s personal yacht.Luxuriate with a Spa Adventure on Your WeddingMoon® From exciting water sports and Discovery Dining, to championship golf, local tours and more, there is endless opportunity for romantic moments to be shared together at Sandals Resorts. Pampering treatments at the Red Lane® Spa are among some of the most romantic activities for two people in love with choices from Sandals’ exclusive Scents of Love, From the Heart or Champagne Celebration couples offerings. Inspired by the beautiful traditions and majestic elements of the Caribbean, your Red Lane Spa adventure will leave you feeling renewed and relaxed long after your “I dos.”Sandals Select: Sandals Barbados Rewards Sandals Select Rewards members can experience the natural beauty of Barbados while earning points to save on future vacations! With shell-littered beaches, exciting water sports like surfing, varied wildlife, and a vibrant history, this island paradise is the perfect retreat for two people in love!Barbados: WeddingMoon® Hotspot, Plus $1,000 Air Credit! Escape to Sandals Barbados for the ultimate romantic experience. What makes Barbados the perfect WeddingMoon® hotspot? You be the judge!THE SANDALS FOUNDATION LAUNCHES NEW VIDEO PRODUCED BY GIL GREEN The video was created to bring awareness to the Sandals Foundation’s cause in a cinematic form, and was shot entirely on location in Jamaica by famed director, Gil Green. Entitled the “Soles of Our Youth,” the 3 ½ minute short film hopes to raise awareness, create attention, and bring in needed funding to support the multitude of programs and initiatives the 501(c)(3) reinforces within Jamaica, Antigua, Saint Lucia, The Bahamas, The Turks & Caicos Islands, Grenada and this winter, Barbados.Peel & Play for a Chance to Get Away! The MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald’s® with Beaches is Back! Get ready to enjoy the fall season with the chance to win incredible prizes! The 2023 MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald’s® is back and better than ever! Beaches® is proud to join McDonald’s for the fifth consecutive year as part of the highly anticipated MONOPOLY Game at McDonald’s taking place at the nearly 14,000 participating McDonald’s restaurants across the United States. Sandals Select: Last Chance for Double Points! Don’t miss your chance to earn double points with our Columbus Day Weekend Sale!Old World Charm Meets Modern Day Luxury at This Sandals Royal Plantation Retreat The all-butler, all-beachfront Sandals Royal Plantation sets the tone for enjoying complete luxury and comfort with your significant other. Every suite has been built to look out over the Caribbean Sea, and every suite offers the service of a most hospitable butler who has been trained to the standards of the Guild of Professional English Butlers.Fans of WeddingMoons Can "Like" the All-New Facebook Page Brides-to-be and former brides of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts’ WeddingMoons® now have a place to not only keep in the know with news and updates, but to also share their experiences with the launch of its enhanced Facebook page. Following the success of the Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts and Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts Facebook pages, the WeddingMoons® Facebook page will share the latest resort wedding news along with exclusive wedding and honeymoon offerings while connecting past and future guests from around the globe with destination wedding testimonials and real weddings. Sandals Resorts’ and Beaches Resorts’ destination wedding expert, Marsha-Ann Brown will guide conversation with an ongoing open forum with #AskMarshaAnn, where brides can ask advice and receive Marsha-Ann’s personal tips for planning a dream destination wedding. The anticipated Facebook page is the ultimate destination for inspiration from Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts’ destination wedding blog, highlighting the most popular trends in destination weddings.Sandals and Beaches Dive Centers goes Green While there is no doubt that diving is the perfect way to explore the Caribbean, the commitment to the environmentis essential to preserving the dive sites t water lovers seek and enjoy. Honorably,Your Favorite Radio Stations Broadcast #LIVEfromBeaches Beaches Resorts is welcoming 20 top-rated radio stations from across the United States to broadcast their popular shows live from Beaches Negril Resort & Spa. Listeners are encouraged to tune-in to their favorite radio stations now through Friday, October 10th, for a taste of the Beaches Resorts Luxury Included® Vacation experience as told through the DJ’s firsthand experiences. DJs will have the opportunity to sample Discovery Dining at eight diverse restaurants, indulge in Red Lane® Spa treatments during a special VIP “SPArty,” snorkel in the Caribbean Sea with Island Routes Caribbean Adventures, as well as attend a Sandals Foundation Reading Road Trip to the local school in Negril. The hosted radio stations will conduct live interviews with Beaches Resorts team members and offer listeners the opportunity to join the fun with exclusive chances to win Luxury Included® Vacations to any Beaches Resort. 8th Annual Chairman’s Golf Tournament Highlights The stunning peninsula-side Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club course provided the playing ground for Sandals Select Rewards members to vie for a chance at winning a Luxury Included® Vacation! Members had the opportunity to win the coveted prize and enjoyed many other exciting activities along the way! Bring the Taste of the World to You and Yours with Discovery Dining With our diverse Discovery Dining program, guests can explore a new part of the world at every meal, all from the most exotic beaches in the Caribbean. Our 156 restaurants bring 19 exclusive culinary concepts and designs to life, demonstrating cultures from every corner of the planet. Discovery Dining at Sandals Resorts brings our guests new sights, sounds and tastes at each meal and the best part is … it’s all included!Caribbean Community Members Honored At Butch Stewart Community Awards Sandals Resorts celebrated the Butch Stewart Community Awards (BSCA) on Wednesday, September 24, 2023, at the Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort. The winners were among a group of 35 finalists selected from almost 300 nominees across ten different categories. Take Your Rewards to a New Level! As a member of Sandals Select Rewards, you enjoy a world of benefits and savings. Along with 10,000 Sandals Select starter points worth $250, all members receive perks including, member exclusive offers, invitations to member-only events like Lady Sandals, savings at the resort photo shop and gift shop, and more!Get pampered or Be Adventurous, You Choose To ring in the fall season, Sandals and Beaches Resorts have revealed an exclusive fall promotion, “You Pick It." Guests who book their dream vacation can either choose between a relaxing day at the Red Lane® Spa or rummaging through the terrain of the islands on one of the many tours that Island Routes has to offer. Join Dwyane Wade and the Sandals Foundation and Be A Game Changer! The Sandals Foundation and Wade’s World Foundation, NBA Champion Dwyane Wade’s charitable organization, have officially opened donations to raise funds for Game Changer, an integrated sports program to benefit youth in underserved communities in South Florida and the Caribbean.Beaches Resorts named favorite hotels by Family Vacation Critic Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, Beaches Negril Resort & Spa and Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club were all named as favorite hotels by Family Vacation Critic, a top family travel website. Every hotel listed on Family Vacation Critic has been hand-chosen by their editors as being appropriate for families. In the words of Lissa Poirot, editor of Family Vacation Critic, “this award really highlights those that go above and beyond."Sandals Select Rewards: Recognizing You! As part of Sandals Select Rewards, not only do you earn additional points for every paid night you spend with us, but you earn milestone rewards like a free half-hour couples massage and in-room check in! Plus, you’ll get special recognition awards including a gold sandals pendant and even a FREE week at Sandals or Beaches! Even more, you’ll receive preferential treatment every time you visit! Here’s a taste of what you’ll get:New WeddingMoons® Inclusions: Manicure & Massage Indulge in the award-wining Red Lane® Spa at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts and let yourself be pampered with reviving spa experiences. Your refreshing journey begins the moment you step foot into the luxurious facility designed to reflect and evoke the beautiful traditions and backdrop of the Caribbean. Choose from a wide selection of treatments that incorporate natural botanicals, tropically infused aromas, and therapeutic techniques. There’s no better way to prepare and pamper yourselves before the big day, and as an added bonus to brides and grooms, some of the extraordinary Red Lane® Spa experiences are included in your WeddingMoon celebration! Beaches Turks and Caicos Wins Big in the 2014 Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awards This very prestigious award designates Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa as one of the 100 top hotels in the world this year. Fodor’s gives Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa the stamp of approval stating that it is the largest resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands that can satisfy families who might be just as eager to spend some time apart as together. Fodor’s travel experts also state that the recent major expansion and renovation of the newest addition, The Key West Luxury Village , has made it even better!Countdown to BFF Fall Summer may be over but we are counting down to the hottest girls getaway of the Fall! An exotic retreat like no other, this year’s BFF weekend of activities is designed especially for best friends and is perfect for you and your favorite pal. So join us as we countdown to the island chic luxury included getaway this October XX-XX at Beaches Turks and Caicos for the Best Friends Forever Girlfriends GetawaySandals Select Members Show Off Their Skills at the 8th Annual Chairman's Invitational Golf Tournament From September 10-14, 2023, 100 Sandals Select Rewards Members, Sandals Resorts’ most loyal returning guests, spent some time out on the green during the 8th Annual Chairman’s Invitational Golf Tournament. The two-day tournament was held at the Greg Norman- designed Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club in Great Exuma, Bahamas and was hosted exclusively for members of Sandals Select Rewards program.Top 5 Luxury Included® Photo Op Locations What’s better than having the Caribbean serve as the beautiful backdrop to all of your photos? Getting savings! With the services of a professional Snapshots photographer, you’ll get quality photos of your Luxury Included Vacation—plus, as a Sandals Select Rewards member, you’ll receive 10% off your Snapshots purchase! Here are our Top 5 recommendations for the most amazing locations to capture your best moments!PAX Magazine Interviews Sandals CEO, Adam Stewart 1981 was a big year in Jamaica if you ask Sandals Resorts. Not only was this the year the company opened its doors to the first all-inclusive vacation of its kind, it was also the year its , now, CEO was born.Discover and win amazing products and treatments with Red Lane Spa Sandals and Beaches are inviting our guests and fans of Facebook to discover our 28 new award-winning Red Lane® Spa treatments with the ‘30 Days of Red Lane Spa® Luxury Experience.’ From now through September, you can discover Red Lane® Spa’s latest luxurious services and products daily by visiting the Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts Facebook pages and also enter to win amazing spa products each week! Every day, Sandals’ Facebook pagewill reveal a new spa experience based on a weekly theme like Red Lane Couples Week, while Beaches’ Facebook page will showcase the newest treatments for the whole family, starting with the Ginger Lily and Farmhouse Fresh Teen Week. With luxury lines from Perovia, Sanitas, Sparituals, our signature Red Lane® Spa experiences are like nothing else on earth in a variety ?of unique settings.Discover Sandals Resorts first ever Indian Restaurant: Bombay at Sandals Barbados At the all-new Bombay Club, guests can discover traditional Indian flavors such as saffron, cumin, cinnamon and more. Guests vacationing at Sandals Barbados can choose from a wide array of traditional Indian dishes such as, lamb samosas, chicken tiika – a must have in Indian cuisine or decedent butter chicken. And for all the Pescetarians out there, Bombay has something for seafood and veggie lovers, such as the delectable Shrimp Vindaloo or the perfectly cooked Vegetable Pakora with onion, potatoes, cauliflower fried in Chickpea batter! More to Love at Beaches Reunion Week 2014 Get the most out of your Beaches Resorts getaway! There’s still time to squeeze in one last family trip before winter. Take the whole family along for an adventure of a lifetime. Featuring exclusive activities, bonfires, Halloween costume party, Sandals Select luncheon or dinner, and more, this Beaches Reunion Week from October 20-24, 2023 is not to be missed! Beautiful Beginnings Start Here: 5 Common ‘Free Wedding’ Questions Answered Say ‘I do’ at any of the Luxury Included® resorts in Jamaica, Saint Lucia, Antigua, the Bahamas, Turks & Caicos, Grenada and Barbados and receive a FREE Beautiful Beginnings wedding! Here are some answers to common questions about what’s included in this elegant, free wedding theme - it’s almost too good to be true.Sandals Unveils A Sneak Peak at Sandals Barbados Sandals Resorts is enticing beach-goers with an exclusive look at Sandals Barbados with an all-new e-brochure. Slated to open January 28, 2023, the first Sandals Resort in Barbados will boasts an intimate yet lively vibe with chic, warm décor and a fresh contemporary Caribbean design. The new e-brochure parallels Sandals’ newest resort look, as each page brings to life the all-included, all-unlimited experience that makes up the Sandals Difference. So what can you expect?Enjoy the Breeze & Extraordinary Personalized Service – WeddingMoon® Suite of the Month Located on the ground floors of the Italian and Dutch villages, the alluring Sandals Whitehouse European Villages & Spa Beachfront 1 Bedroom Walk-out Butler Suites [1W] offer everything you need to enjoy complete luxury, and even, magnificent views from the comfort of your suite! Included in your stay is the impeccable service of a personal butler whose goal is to help make your Sandals WeddingMoon an experience you’ll never forget. If your perfect love nest comprises rest, relaxation, tranquility, and breathtaking views in a stunning setting with truly personal service, then this retreat is for you!Sandals & Beaches Offer $1500 in WeddingMoon Credit Getting married at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts just got even more enticing with a sparkling new WeddingMoons® offer. How does not 500, not 1,000, but 1,500 dollars sound towards tying the knot? Altar-bound couples who book a stay of six nights or longer beginning September 1, 2023 in any room category, will not only receive the existing $500 Wedding Credit offer and $500 Bonus Credit, but they’ll also receive a first-time-ever $500 credit towards their very own Amoro for Sandals jewelry.Sandals Resorts Recognizes Ultimate Team Member of The Year Earl Cummings, an 18 year Sandals veteran, proudly took home the Ultimate Team Member Award at this year’s annual staff awards. Recognized for his efforts and invaluable service, Cummings’ impressive work in the maintenance department at Sandals Royal Caribbean caught the eye of his team members and resulted in the enviable prize package: the coveted Ultimate Team Member trophy, a luxury-included trip for two outside his home country complete with VIP airport transfers, champagne service, an exclusive private jet round-trip transfer to the destination of choice, a host of VIP resort experiences and a cash prize of $2,500.00. Sandals Select: Your Loyalty Recognized Along with exclusive savings, preferential treatment, and member-only events, Sandals Select Rewards members can earn recognition awards! Here’s a peek into the “golden” life of our members.Take the Plunge: Romantic Water Sports for Two! Your Luxury Included® Vacation will be full of exciting things to do with your significant other. Surrounded by the blue turquoise waters and the warm glow of an effervescent sun, take in nearly every water activity imaginable! New Friends, New Adventures at Beaches There’s no better way to celebrate 10 Years of The Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® than with the ultimate beach party at Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos. Join all of your favorite Sesame Street friends for the biggest celebration of the year going on right now.Beaches Resorts Welcomes Celebrities, Alfonso Ribeiro and Tim Dekay For a Family Vacation. Alfonso, his wife, and his two beautiful children decided to leave the stress of back to school behind and jetted off to Beaches Turks & Caicos instead. A few days later, the Dekay family followed suit. Both families enjoyed the pristine beach, lounged poolside and took advantage of all the Luxury Included® amenities found at this award-winning resort, including the gourmet dining found across 19 specialty restaurants, luxurious treatments at the Red Lane® Spa and much more.Island Routes Offers New Luxury Bus Transportation Island Routes Caribbean Adventures is pleased to offer guests traveling throughout Jamaica a new and improved transportation system. Whether groups are in transit to one of Island Routes’ many exhilarating attractions, or traveling to and from the airport, these state-of-the-art buses provide a new level of luxury for group travel. Perfect for large parties and events, each bus comfortably seats 44 people in an air-conditioned space and includes all the convenient amenities guests could want and need while on the road. This new fleet of luxury transfer service will offer its passengers access to three flatscreen TV’s, complimentary WiFi and the comfort of fully reclining seats, ample leg room, foot rests, food trays and cup holders. In addition, each bus will also have a knowledgeable guide on hand to speak to the surrounding sites. To make the ride as smooth as possible, all busses are equipped with air suspension to eliminate the impact of bumpy, windy roads.The Ultimate Bachelorette Celebration: 5 Fun Party Ideas 0 0 1 41 234 1 1 274 14.0 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE
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Rev up Relaxation with our Red Lane Spa Bonanza Sale No Luxury Included® Vacation is complete without a visit to Red Lane® Spa. With our new limited time offer, take advantage of a spa credit of up to $555 and indulge with treatments that transform you both inside and out.The Daily Meal Names Sandals Royal Plantation Among “World’s Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Food” An escape to the Caribbean shouldn’t be just a vacation to the beach, but also a vacation from the kitchen. At Sandals and Beaches, our Discovery Dining program takes you on a culinary expedition around the globe without ever having to leave the resort! With over 140 restaurants bringing 18 unique culinary concepts and styles to life, you’re guaranteed to feast on a variety of gourmet dishes wherever and whenever you want!Discover Butch’s Chophouse at Sandals LaSource Grenada Vacationing at Sandals LaSource Grenada, you’ll encounter the brand’s first ever steakhouse, Butch’s Chophouse. Named after the Chairman and Founder of Sandals Resorts, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, you can be certain his namesake lives up to the elite standards of every Discovery Dining restaurant.Beaches Negril: Top 8 Reasons to Visit This Breathtaking Family Resort With the sun, sand, and sea serving as the idyllic backdrop, Beaches Negril has everything you need to enjoy fun in the sun with the entire family. From the Seven Mile Beach to the plentiful activities for the whole family, the reasons to visit this tropical sanctuary are endless – here are 8 of them!Adventurous Honeymoon in the Caribbean Begin your new life together in a storybook setting at Sandals and add in just the right touch of adventure with an excursion through Island Routes Caribbean Adventures. With white sandy beaches, blue waterscape, and radiant sunshine, it’s no wonder that the Caribbean is one of the most popular honeymoon hot spots. If you want to relax on the beach, enjoy action-packed adventure tours, or a mix of both, you’ve come to the right place.The Shark Attacks This Fall! There are some tournaments that should be on the bucket list of all hardcore golf fans andthe 8th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational from September 11-13, 2023 is one of them! Along with VIP welcome gifts, an awards ceremony dinner, golf giveaways and more, you and your guests can also meet Greg Norman, whose impressive golf accomplishments include 20 PGA TOUR titles, the prestigious Arnold Palmer Award and victories in two majors—the British Open Championship in 1986 and 1993.Beaches Resorts featured on The Daily Buzz As the summer months comes to a close, many think the chance for a family vacation does too. Not the case, reports The Daily Buzz! Sharing the 411 on when and where to take the kids, DBZ hosts, Jessica and Michelle dish out all the details you need to know to have your whole gang worshiping your next vacation decision. With hotel rates and airfare typically lower, fall is just the ticket to saving on your next family getaway, and Beaches Resorts is where you will find value in every penny spent.Sandals Resorts Golf Pro, Wesley Brown, Wins First National Tournament Wesley Brown, Jamaica’s rising professional golfer, is making the islands proud with his first international pro golf tournament win during the NGA TOUR Carolina Summer Series event at Aberdeen Golf Club. A former Sandals Golf & Country Club team member, Brown is sponsored by Sandals Resorts International (SRI) and continues to exude pride for the Caribbean and pay respect to that helped him achieve this milestone.Beaches Ocho Rios: The Ultimate Family Retreat Along with luxurious amenities and accommodations, Sandals Select Rewards members and their family and friends can enjoy the ultimate getaway! Keep the kids occupied with the Xbox Play Lounge now featuring Xbox One. Or, enjoy a day in the sun together at the beach or Pirate’s Island Water Park, a water wonderland replete with huge waterslides, water cannons, zero-entry kiddie pool, and more. What’s more? Members who book during Beaches Fall Reunion Week can indulge in exciting, exclusive activities!"Name the Pub” at Sandals LaSource Grenada and Win! At Sandals, when the sun goes down, things turn up at our authentic English pubs. From The Cricketers Pub at Sandals Royal Bahamian to Olde London Pub at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, these lively hotspots are the ultimate places to hang with friends while sipping a fresh pint of Newcastle and chowing down on savory fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and more.Top 3 Sandals Resorts Romantic Hotspots For Your ‘SpaMoon’ Guaranteed to kindle pure relaxation and bliss, Red Lane® Spa is the perfect place to spend time with your one and only while also unwinding and revitalizing your body and spirit. Get closer than ever before with a spa day full of massages, facials, body wraps, and more. Or, opt for a single spa experience designed to bring the two of you closer together. Here are the ‘Top 3 Sandals Resorts Romantic Hotspots’ for you to experience the most amorous Red Lane spa treatment—a couples massage—while on your honeymoon: Experience The Latest Sandals Resorts With New Instant Air Credits Sandals has delighted couples in love with the ultimate Caribbean vacation for over thirty years and continues to expand their Luxury Included experience throughout the Caribbean. You can now take advantage of an exclusive offer that makes it even easier to travel to the all-new Sandals LaSource Grenada and enhanced Sandals Barbados with instant air credits. From now until September 1, 2023, book a stay in any room category at these luxurious resorts and you can receive up to $1000 in airfare credit per room, for travel through December 15, 2023.Dancing with the Stars' Mark Ballas spotted vacationing at Sandals Negril Mark Ballas is perhaps best known as a professional dancer on ABC’s hit TV dance series, Dancing with the Stars. Ballas is a season regular and has partnered with other celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Christina Milian. This famous dancer and his girlfriend jetted away to Jamaica for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Both enjoyed the pristine beach, lounged poolside and took advantage of all the Luxury Included® amenities found at this elegant and award-winning resort including the gourmet cuisine found across seven specialty restaurants, luxurious treatments at the Red Lane® Spa and much more.Earn Up to $500 in Instant Credit For Your Trip to Sandals LaSource Grenada Along with up to 65% off, air credits, tour credits, and more, Sandals Select Rewards members can enjoy up to $500 in instant credit! Members who book in select categories (PSKY, 1SKY, S1B, OB1B, M1P, RD, 1BP) at Sandals LaSource Grenada for travel in 2023 and 2023 are eligible to receive double points for immediate redemption. This means, if you have 10,000 points in your account (valued at $250) then you’ll receive an additional 10,000 points for a total savings of $500 off your new booking!Let Your Love Soar to New Heights – WeddingMoon® Suite of the Month If you are dreaming of a romantic, tranquil getaway just for the two of you…this dreamy hideaway is for you! Relax in sheer luxury while on your WeddingMoon® in the opulent Italian Oceanview Penthouse One Bedroom Skypool Butler Suite with Veranda Tranquility Soaking Tub (PSKY)—the perfect escape for you and your significant other!Enter Movies On Demand Endless Summer Sweepstakes with Beaches Wishing summer could last forever? Lounging on the beach, hitting the waterparks and enjoying those long days soaking up the sun… While we might not be able to stop the seasons, Beaches is excited to have partnered with Movies On Demand to give you the next best thing- the chance to win aLuxury Included® Family Vacation to Jamaica or Turks & Caicos with the“Endless Summer Sweepstakes.”Honest Cooking Magazine Highlights Discovery Dining at Sandals LaSource Grenada Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa opened last December and continues to receive high praise. With stunning accommodations, inviting waters and genuine Grenadian hospitality, there’s plenty to love at Sandals’ newest lap of luxury. Walking around, there’s one more inclusion you’ll hear everyone buzzing about – the food. With nine diverse dining options, you’ll never go hungry during your Luxury Included® Vacation.Enjoy Caribbean Fun with Our Exclusive Offer! No place is ripe for adventure quite like the spectacular landscapes and glorious shades of aquamarine found in the Caribbean. Couple that with exotic locales and rich history, the island’s majestic secrets are best experienced with Island Routes Caribbean Adventures, the World’s Leading Attraction Company. Now, they’re making it even easier to explore with a new limited time offer! Sandals Select: Experience a Secluded Haven in Jamaica For Less As a valued member of Sandals Select Rewards, you can enjoy a doubly rewarding offer and save up to $500 off your getaway to Sandals Whitehouse in Jamaica!Exciting Adventures For You & Your Wedding Guests With so much to do in the beautiful islands, your guests are sure to have a good time! Whether celebrating years of marriage, your honeymoon, or a new union, make it a vacation your guests will never forget with a local excursion with Island Routes Caribbean Adventures. Get inspired by these exciting (and tasty) adventures that everyone can enjoy!Xbox One Now At Beaches! The world’s best family all-inclusive resorts just got a super re-boot that gamers young and old can enjoy. Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos are ushering in summer fun with the debut of Xbox One at all Xbox Play Lounges.Sandals Resorts and Your Jamaican Villas Chefs Win Big at Taste of the Caribbean When vacationing at Sandals, Beaches, Your Jamaican Villas and Fowl Cay Resort, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable vacation in Caribbean paradise. What’s also a sure bet? You’ll feast like royalty whether you favor authentic Jamaican ackee and saltfish for breakfast, fresh wood fired pizzas for lunch or succulent surf and turf with sparkling wine at dinner. Thanks to our expertly trained chefs, every getaway under the Sandals Resorts International (SRI) umbrella includes an array of tempting culinary options, a necessity for any true luxurious escape. Forbes.com Names Fowl Cay as The Ultimate Island-Hopping Caribbean Vacation Where can you access “the most enticing turquoise water and white sand in the western hemisphere” and have “the freedom to explore it all on your own”? Forbes.com columnist Ann Abel will explain that Fowl Cay Resort, a private island oasis not so easily found in the Bahamas, is the ticket to your next Caribbean vacation, much thanks to this resort’s one unique, yet must have amenity… You may of heard of a personal butler, golf cart or villa, but what about all of these and your very own 17- or 18-foot powerboat? Top 5 Reasons to Become a Sandals Select Rewards Member Get the rewards you deserve with Sandals Select! From preferential treatment to recognition awards, there are plenty of reasons to join this award-winning loyalty program - check out our list of the Top 5 Reasons to Become a Sandals Select Rewards Member:Unwind at the Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway Summer’s over, the kids are back in school, so now is the perfect time to catch up with your favorite gal pals. While romantic escapes with your significant other and family vacations are amazing, time away from your hectic life with girlfriends is a necessity too! Discover the benefits of vacationing with your friends this fall at the Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway.Celebrity Sighting: Vampire Diarie's, Kat Graham spotted at Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa Kat Graham is perhaps best known for her role as “Bonnie Bennet” on the CW’s popular TV series, The Vampire Diaries. This famous couple jetted away to Jamaica for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Graham, who was in China the week before arriving in Jamaica, and her fiancée enjoyed the pristine two-mile beach, lounged poolside and took advantage of all the Luxury Included® amenities found at this elegant and award-winning resort including the gourmet cuisine found across seven specialty restaurants, luxurious treatments at the Red Lane® Spa and much more.Sandals and Beaches Named in Travel + Leisure’s World Best Awards Sandals and Beaches are leading the pack according to the world's most influential travel brand, Travel + Leisure. Known for its insider access to destinations around the globe, smart advice, immersive photography and expert reporting, Travel + Leisure serves as the “go-to” on all things travel. And as a trusted travel source, Travel + Leisure compiles its prestigious World’s Best Awards by polling none other than their discerning readers. Sandals Select: A Doubly Rewarding Exclusive Offer Just For You – Up to $500 Off Your Luxury Included® Getaway Celebrate the summer season with exclusive rewards and earn double points on your next getaway to Sandals!XBOX ONE COMING TO SANDALS THIS SUMMER Adult playtime just got better at Sandals Resorts. Enjoy more exciting activities with your loved one at Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Montego Bay or Sandals Grande Riviera in Ocho Rios, Jamaica with the addition of Xbox One at each of these Luxury Included® resorts.SALLY Beauty & Beaches Summer Sweepstakes What goes better with sun, surf & sand than nail polish, conditioner & moisturizer? SALLY Beauty, the world’s largest retailer of professional beauty supplies, and Beaches Resorts, the Caribbean's leading all-inclusive resort for everyone, have teamed up this summer to offer you the chance to get “summer ready” and hit the beach with the "Beauty & Beaches" Sweepstakes! During July, stop in your local SALLY Beauty and pick up your favorite professional beauty products. Use your Sally Loyalty Club card when you make a purchase and you’re automatically entered for your chance to win a Caribbean getaway for two!The Sandals Foundation Partners With Delta Sigma Theta In Support of The P.A.C.E. Program The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals and Beaches, is partnering with The Nassau Bahamas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the local chapter of an organization that is 350,000 women strong worldwide, in support of the P.A.C.E. (Providing Access to Continued Education) Program. This community-based outreach initiative is designed to improve education and support to teenage mothers and promote awareness to help reduce teen pregnancy among young adults. Top 10 Reasons to Join Sandals Select Rewards Alongside Luxury Included® activities and amenities, Sandals Select Rewards members also enjoy exclusive savings, exciting member-only events, and plenty of rewarding perks and benefits! Here are Top 10 reasons to join this award-winning loyalty program:A Luxuriously Comfortable Retreat - WeddingMoon® Suite of the Month Spacious enough for you and a few of your closest friends, the Beaches Turks & Caicos Key West Beachfront 4-Bedroom Butler Villa Residence With Private Pool [4VP] offers everything you need to enjoy complete luxury and comfort, including the impeccable service of a personal butler whose goal is to help make your Beaches WeddingMoon an experience you’ll never forget. If you are dreaming of rest, relaxation and tranquility in a stunning setting with truly personal service, then this is the perfect retreat for you!Celebrity Sighting: Newlyweds Jackson Hurst and Stacy Stas Spotted Honeymooning at Sandals Grande St. Lucian After a busy year and the wedding of his dreams, popular celebrity Jackson Hurst spent a few days relaxing beachside at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort in Castries, St. Lucia with his new wife, Stacy Stas. Grand Pineapple Beach Antigua Announces Sweet Pineapple Sale Beach lovers and lovers at heart, a real Caribbean romantic adventure is waiting for you. Stretch across a white sandy beach like a true West Indian when you stay at Grand Pineapple Beach Antigua. For a limited time, when you book a vacation for three nights or more in any room category, the savings are SWEET.Island Routes Introduces The River Bumpkin Farm With Grand Opening Special You can now “LIVE FUNNER” during your next Luxury Included® Vacation to Sandals and Beaches in Jamaica at The River Bumpkin Farm. This quaint plantation offers all-new excursions to become fully immersed in the unique landscape of Jamaica.Kick off Your Summer Vacation With ‘Diamond’ Rewards Kick off your summer vacation with a romantic getaway to Sandals Resorts! As a valued Diamond Level member, you’ll enjoy Luxury Included® vacations even more. Along with luxury accommodations, nightly entertainment, water sports, Discovery Dining, and more, exciting and rewarding inclusions abound for members!Feel Like Royalty in Sandals Royal Caribbean's Newest Butler Suites Sandals is making its Luxury Included® Vacation experience more enjoyable and memorable with exciting new enhancements and renovations. Following the recent announcement of five over-the-water suites being built this summer, Sandals Royal Caribbean Spa Resort & Offshore Island is also revamping 14 rooms soon to be fit for royalty. The new Grand Luxury Butler Suites with Tranquility Soaking Tubs will be located in the Edinburgh Building.Ignite Romance With A Candlelight Dinner On The Beach Warm afternoons spent swaying in hammocks and long walks on the beach are what honeymoon destinations are made of. But what’s a romantic beach getaway without a candlelight dinner? During your WeddingMoon®, reinvent date night and toast to your love in the luster of the Caribbean!Win a Getaway to Sandals LaSource Grenada with Islands Magazine After a long winter, summer is finally here! Sandals and Beaches are partnering with Islands Magazine for their 25th Annual Islands Magazine Reader’s Choice Facebook Photo Contest and giving you the chance to win a romantic Luxury Included® Vacation to the Caribbean.Sandals CEO Appears Live On CNN For Interview On The Sandals Foundation Adam Stewart, CEO of Sandals and Beaches, recently took a trip to NYC for Caribbean Week, the largest regional tourism activity that attracts thousands of participants each year. While there, he stopped by CNN International for a live interview with the network’s World Business Today host, Maggie Lake.Sandals Select: Your 2014 Beaches Reunion Week Getaway Have you always wanted to enjoy the Caribbean with the whole family? Now’s your chance. Receive VIP treatment, personalized on-property recognition, memorable gifts and so much more, simply for being a valued Sandals Select Rewards member! Plus, enjoy Luxury Included® services and amenities like unlimited water sports, luxury accommodations, Kids Camp, scuba diving, and more, along with amazing Beaches Reunion Week activities and inclusions.Throw the Best Bachelor Bash During Your WeddingMoon® With so much to do at Sandals and Beaches, the hardest part of your stay is fitting it all in! For your Bachelor Party, you’ll have no problem showing your groomsmen how it’s done in a Caribbean paradise where everything’s included. Here are a few of our favorite adventures and activities for you to enjoy before saying “I do”:Lapping it Up at Fowl Cay Resort We could all learn a lot from the four-legged Labrador who takes residency all year long at Fowl Cay Resort, a private island paradise located in a remote area of the Bahamas known as the Exumas. Appointed to the role of island mascot, security guard, welcome chair and temporary guest companion, Ruby is a veteran lady of leisure. Her lovable spirit even earned her a feature in this month’s edition of Islands magazine!The Sandals Foundation Partners With NBA Champion Dwyane Wade and Wade’s World Foundation Celebrating its 5th anniversary, the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts, has announced a three-year premiere partnership with NBA Champion Dwyane Wade and his charitable organization, Wade’s World Foundation. Together, the two non-profit foundations will launch programs and initiatives to benefit youth in underserved communities in the Caribbean and Miami.Sandals Resorts Chairman Receives Prestigious Honor Chairman of Sandals Resorts International, Hon. Gordon “Butch” Stewart, OJ, CD, Hon. LLD, was honored with the 2023 Invest Caribbean Now Leadership Award on June 4, 2023 at the Harvard Club in New York City. Invest Caribbean Now (ICN), the biggest global summit on the Caribbean outside the region, honored Stewart this year for his investment, commitment and dedication to the Caribbean. Past ICN honorees have included Sir Richard Branson and Royal Caribbean Cruises International.Sandals Select Fall Extravaganza Ready for the time of your life? Our valued Sandals Select Rewards members (and their guests) are invited to attend any of our two remaining exclusive events of the year! New Amoro for Sandals Wedding Jewelry Designer Services Now, you can create the engagement or wedding ring of your dreams with Amoro for Sandals! Already have the rock? We have you covered – designing customized anniversary gifts is easy too! No matter what chapter of your love story you’re currently in, we have the perfect gift for you.Look What’s Popping-Up at Beaches Let’s Celebrate! Join the year long celebration at Beaches Negril, Beaches Ocho Rios and Beaches Turks and Caicos as we commemorate 10 Years of ‘sunny days’ of Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® with weekly parades, new Sesame Street “Celebrate Friendship” Stage Show and Pop Up Adventure Play Sesame Workshop.Bring a Friend. Earn Rewards. For the first time ever, the Sandals Select Rewards Chairman’s Golf Invitational will be held in Great Exuma, the Bahamas. And, that’s not the only enticing surprise. Along with an elegant Awards Ceremony Dinner, Amazing Prizes, a Golf clinic and Private Reception with Guest Greg Norman, and the chance to win Four Complimentary Nights, our valued Sandals Select members can also earn up to 10,000 rewards points – here’s how:Top 10 Reasons This Exotic Sanctuary is Perfect For Your WeddingMoon® Getaway Perfect for one of the most romantic vacations of your life, this unique cylindrical structure is bursting with intoxicating charm! From the inviting ambiance and personal butler service, to the spacious indoor and outdoor areas, the South Seas Grande Rondoval Butler Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary offers sheer luxury! Here are the top 10 reasons this exotic sanctuary is perfect for your WeddingMoon® getaway to the all-new Sandals LaSource!Tune In and Win Your Way to Beaches for a Caribbean Getaway! Beaches and your favorite radio stations want to help you win your way to the Caribbean! Tune in all next week, June 2 - 6, as 22 radio stations hit the beach and take over the air waves as they broadcast LIVE from Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club. Listen in as DJs share their own first hand Luxury Included® experiences as they sample Discovery Dining at seven diverse restaurants and indulge in the luxury, service and amenities Beaches is known for.Sandals Barbados Now Open For Booking In Barbados, they say they have mastered the art of truly how to live, so what better place to enjoy a Luxury Included® Vacation? Following a brief closure to undertake a wide-ranging enhancement program, Sandals Barbados will reopen its doors on January 28, 2023 and is now open for booking!Test Drive Your WeddingMoon® Lovebirds are in for a treat! Discover just what to expect on your big day with a pre-WeddingMoon getaway to the Sandals or Beaches of your choice! On this two-day Luxury Included® trip, you’ll relieve the stress of anticipating the unknown by discussing all the details of your big day with our wedding experts. Knowing what to expect isn’t the only thing that will put you at ease—explore the Red Lane® Spa to discover your favorite wedding-day spa treatment sample delectable cake flavors with a Cake and Champagne Tasting, pose for a photo at your decided venue, and then head over to Snapshots to meet with the photography team. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two, a walk on the beach, a dive in the Caribbean Sea, and so much more! Plus, receive up to a $700 credit once you’re ready to book your Sandals or Beaches WeddingMoon!Over Water Suites Coming to Jamaica Sandals is unveiling incredible new renderings of an all-new construction project planned for Sandals Royal Caribbean Spa Resort & Offshore Island. Sure to be a sensation, the Luxury Included® resort is set to add five stunning over-the-water suites to its private offshore island, scheduled to open next year.Visit American Girl Stores for a Chance to Win a Beaches Vacation It’s the summer sweepstakes you’ve been waiting for! A match made in heaven, Beaches and American Girl are partnering to provide you the chance to experience the beauty of the Caribbean with the perfect family getaway.‘Golden’ Getaways for FIU Alumni Panther Nation, start planning your ‘golden’ getaway to reconnect with fellow Florida International University alumni this August with a trip to Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club in Jamaica!Family-Fun and Fireworks Mark the Official Opening Celebration of Key West Luxury Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos With stunning acrobatic performers and spectacular mermaids welcoming guests to the party, the Key West Luxury Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa marked its official grand opening with a lavish celebration Sunday night, May 18, 2023. The new village, which brings the already award-winning property to new heights, is the first major expansion since the grand opening of the resort’s Italian Village in 2009.Sandals Select: Your Exclusive Anniversary Gift Commemorate your anniversary with gourmet dining, candlelight dinners on the beach, and luxurious accommodations at Sandals. Or, bring the whole gang to Beaches for a family reunion getaway of a lifetime. Plus, earn rewards along the way! With Anniversary points, you’ll earn Sandals Select rewards points just for celebrating your anniversary with us!Show Off Your WeddingMoon® With Timeless Flush Mount Wedding Albums The memories of your romantic wedding experience will live on with our exquisite and timeless custom wedding albums that capture the special moments of your Sandals or Beaches WeddingMoon®. Timeless Flush Mount Wedding Albums are professionally bound and make for the perfect coffee table accessory! With four unique design styles and album cover finishes, finding a photo book to showcase your love story is easy!Best Girlfriends Weekend Ever (Here’s What You Missed) Unbelievable was the word for the weekend at this year’s May Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway. With a jammed packed itinerary including everything from morning meditations to a late night beach bonfire, everyone agreed that their least favorite part was leaving! Visit Macy’s.com For a Chance to Win A Golf Getaway with Greg Norman* Give dad a gift he won’t forget this Father’s Day. Sandals Resorts has teamed up with Greg Norman for Tasso Elba and Macy’s to reward one lucky dad with the trip of a lifetime. We are giving away a 4-day/3-night Luxury Included® vacation for two including airfare to Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. The winner will enjoy 9 holes of golf and lunch with golf legend Greg Norman as well as a Greg Norman for Tasso Elba wardrobe to wear on the course.Sandals Emerald Bay Featured On OK! TV's A-list Living Alex Miranda, host of OK! TV USA¹s A-list Living, recently traveled to Great Exuma, Bahamas for a taste of the high life at Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Resort & Spa. From the beachfront butler service in his own private villa to a luxurious treatment at the Red Lane® Spa, he truly vacationed like a celebrity at this award-winning Luxury Included® resort.Spring it On: Your WeddingMoon® at Sandals Royal Bahamian An array of brilliant flowers and plants are found in the Bahamas. Here are just a few of the plants and flowers you may see around the lush gardens of Sandals Royal Bahamian and the Sandals Wedding Designer color options that coordinate with them. Give Mom The Gift Of Adventure This Mother’s Day! This Mother’s Day, give mom the gift of adventure! At Island Routes, we know mom works much too hard to be celebrated with just one day, so we’ve declared May as Mother’s Month!Sandals Foundation Enriches The Caribbean With New Crop Of Noteworthy Initiatives Created five years ago to improve the lives of people in communities where Sandals and Beaches operate, the Sandals Foundation focuses on three major pillars – education, community and the environment. Over the past few months, the organization has continued to enrich the Caribbean through a wide variety of initaitives involving guests, travel agents, travel industry partners, and Sandals and Beaches team members alike. Read below to find out more about these special projects and how you can get involved during your next Luxury Included Vacation.Celebrity Sighting: Katrina Bowden spotted at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas The beautiful Katrina Bowden and her husband spotted at Sandals Emerald Bay!Sandals Select: A Grand Reunion at Your Home Away From Home What better way to celebrate our most valued guests than with a grand affair that shows our appreciation for their continued loyalty?Beaches Resorts Launches New Teen Concept at Red Lane® Spa: Ginger Lilly Beaches Resorts is excited to introduce Ginger Lily, a new concept exclusive to teens and tweens as part of the Red Lane® Spa experience, featuring new customized treatments using products from Pevonia SpaTeen®, Spa Rituals and FarmHouse Fresh. “We’ve listened to our guests who want to share the special experience of the spa with their children,” said Patrick Huey, Corporate Spa Director for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts’ Red Lane® Spa. “This new Ginger Lily concept is a way for guests of all ages to fully relax, be pampered and choose from treatments that cater specifically to younger guests” Ginger Lily is now available at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, and will launch in Jamaica at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa and Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club later this summer.Sandals Emerald Bay Featured on Golf Channel’s Hit TV Show “Playing Lessons” Calling All Golfers! Looking for the next big thing? Watch the Golf Channel’s season premiere of “Playing Lessons,” as golf pro Greg Norman takes you inside his outstanding and challenging championship course located in Great Exuma Bahamas known as the Sandals Emerald Reef Golf club and home to the Luxury Included® resort, Sandals Emerald Bay.Spice And Splendor Mark The Official Opening Celebration of Sandals LaSource Grenada With the sound of conch shell blowers calling revelers to the party, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa marked its official grand opening at a lavish celebration last night. The resort, which opened its doors to rave reviews December 21, 2023, is also the brand’s first on the island of Grenada.An Exotic Sanctuary Amid Negril’s Seven Mile Beach - WeddingMoon® Suite of the Month Just steps from the glistening sea, the charming Caribbean Honeymoon Beachfront Two Story One Bedroom Butler Suite [1B] at Sandals Negril is located almost directly on the beach—a most idyllic setting for your most romantic occasion!Sandals Introduces New Guest Message Board Planning a Luxury Included® Vacation to Sandals soon? Just coming back and looking to share your tips and photos with others? You’ll want to check out Sandals’ all-new guest message board that is now open for registration.Sandals Earns Their Keep in the Caribbean in Honor of Earth Day! Sandals Resorts across the Caribbean are paying homage to the very land and seascapes that provides the tourism industry with its livelihood—thanks be to Mother Nature! From beach clean-ups in Montego Bay Jamaica to Great Exuma in the Bahamas, Sandals is rallying together not just on Earth Day, but the entire month of April in honor of the company’s annual environment-focused objectives through the Sandals Foundation. Sandals Select: Beaches Fall Reunion Week 2014 Bring the whole family to the biggest Sandals Select Rewards family celebration of the year! From October 20-24, 2023, Sandals Select members and their families can enjoy exclusive events at their favorite Beaches resort during Beaches Fall Reunion Week!Fall for a Free Room and More for Your WeddingMoon® Wedding groups get even more during the fall! Sandals and Beaches wedding parties, both small and large, can enjoy more of the best amenities to make their wedding celebration with friends and family even better with a special offer for the season: Wedding groups with 11 or more rooms can get the 12th room free*!Win a Sandals WeddingMoon® in the Bahamas! Congrats! You’re engaged and planning a destination wedding, but wouldn’t it be nice to win your wedding for free? Sandals and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism are partnering for your chance to win a free WeddingMoon® as part of The Bahamas 16 Islands Wedding contest. HLN’s Morning Express With Robin Meade Touts Sandals Whitehouse As Great For Adult Spring Break Spring break is right around the corner. While it’s the kid’s school calendar that marks this popular vacation period, that doesn’t mean us adults can’t take a break too! HLN’s Morning Express with Robin Meade recently enlisted the expert advice of Desiree Fish from TripAdvisor® to showcase the best “Spring break vacations for grown-ups.” While families flock to Beaches for an unforgettable vacation experience both you and the kids can love, Sandals is the ideal getaway for adults looking to take a break solo.Sandals Select: Only One Week Left For Double Rewards No need to go hunting for the best deals—with Sandals Select Rewards, the rewards you deserve are easy to find!Watch Sandals Resorts Week on Wheel of Fortune Sandals and Wheel of Fortune are bringing the best Caribbean beaches to your living room with Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Week. Tune in all week long, April 14-18, 2023. The Ultimate WeddingMoon® Sailabration Take your wedding group on an unforgettable adventure aboard a state-of-the-art luxury catamaran for a day of non-stop fun! Aboard the Ultra Funtastic Weddingmoon Sailabration Catamaran Cruise, the soothing Caribbean breeze hits you as you take in the picturesque, panoramic views while the DJ plays island rhythms. Enjoy gourmet hors d'oeuvres and tropical cocktails. You and your favorite people will also visit the teeming coral reefs for a snorkel and swim with brilliantly colored fish and other tropical marine life! Take A Virtual Tour of Sandals’ Newest Lap Of Luxury Since opening at the end of last year, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa has everyone talking. Whether buzzing about the stunning Skypool suites of the Italian Village or the drool worthy steak and appetizing sides found at Butch’s Chophouse, this new Luxury Included® escape has something you’re certain to love.Sandals Resorts Heats Up The Culinary Competition, According to New York Daily News New York Daily News is taking notice of some all-inclusive resorts that are changing the name of the game when it comes to the culinary vacation experience. Focusing not only on quantity of offerings when it comes to number of restaurants or choices at the buffet, but more so on quality of dining experiences and gourmet cuisine.Exclusive Golf Clinic with Greg Norman for Sandals Select Members at Chairman’s Invitational Great news! Sandals Select Rewards members can mingle with ‘The Shark’ himself, Greg Norman, at the 8th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational set for September 11-13, 2023 on the Norman-designed golf course at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. As an exclusive reward for our Sandals Select members, golf legend Greg Norman will host a private golf clinic where you’ll learn some tips from this golf legend followed by a cocktail reception. Norman spent 331 weeks as the world’s #1 ranked golfer throughout the 1980s and 1990s and has won 91 professional events around the world.! Don’t miss your chance to experience the spectacular Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club and to meet this iconic golfer, golf course designer and entrepreneur. $1000 WeddingMoon® Credit Extended Spring into savings and luxury during this flowery season full of blossoming deals and exciting amenities!Firefighters Can Escape The Heat with An Exclusive Discount Firefighters risk their lives daily to rescue us from burning flames, skyscraping heights and even jaw dropping depths. It is for these reasons we see them as our everyday heroes, but we know even heroes need a vacation!Win Your Way to Paradise with Your Favorite Radio Station Sandals and your favorite radio stations want to help you get away! Tune in next Monday and Tuesday, April 7th 8th, as 10 radio stations take their shows from the studio to the beach to broadcast LIVE from Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort.Gear up for Sandals Spring Reunion Week – April 21 -25, 2014 Sandals Select members are in for a treat this spring as Sandals Resorts across all 6 islands plan activities for this year’s Reunion Week. Sandals Select members get to enjoy one week dedicated to nothing but fun events and activities just for being a member of the best loyalty program in the Caribbean.Delight in a Chic Antiguan Retreat - WeddingMoon® Suite of the Month Escape to this chic suite at Sandals Grande Antigua for your romantic WeddingMoon® vacation and relax in the luxury of a well-designed haven by the sea. The Mediterranean One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary features all of the luxurious services and amenities perfect for two! Unwind on the private pool deck or indulge in the 24-hour room service and impeccable butler service. Whatever you decide, it will be pure WeddingMoon® bliss that will be cherished for many anniversaries to come!Win a Beaches Caribbean Vacation For Your High School Grad! They grow up so fast! It was just yesterday they were learning how to walk and now you’re getting ready to send them off to college… but before they go, Beaches and Tiny Prints are partnering up to provide you with a chance to experience the beauty of the Caribbean with your grad before they’re gone.Travel + Leisure Uncovers “Secret” Fowl Cay Resort With thousands of islands calling the Caribbean home, there are a dizzying number of hotels for sun-seeking travelers to choose from. If you’re longing to avoid the crowds to find true peace and quiet, Travel + Leisure is here to help! The travel mag recently rounded up “Secret Caribbean Hotels,” and included Fowl Cay Resort on their expert list.Sandals Foundation Launches Project Sprout The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals is Beaches, is promoting early childhood education with the launch of Project Sprout. Through this new initiative, the Sandals Foundation aims to help children better achieve their developmental milestones by promoting reading and writing skills from their very first years in school.Celebrate Your WeddingMoon® With Precious Gems If you've ever visited Sandals, then you know better than anyone that romance and love is our specialty. With the Sandals Jewelry Registry, you can choose from an array of precious stones and jewelry that help tell the story of your love. Dazzling pendants, bracelets, earrings, or necklaces let your one and only glow with a radiance that says it all! Here are some ideas for your gift of love for the special woman in your life:C is for…Celebrate! Beaches is celebrating ten years of ‘sunny days’ in partnership with Sesame Workshop with new and exciting activities coming to all three Luxury Included® resorts this June! Whether visiting sunny and tropical Jamaica or the white sand beaches of Turks & Caicos, you and your family can join the party and participate in these activities:Beaches Offers the Best in Family Volunteer Vacations, According to USA TODAY While discovering the Caribbean together at Beaches delightfully involves splashing in the waves with loved ones or whizzing down waterslides, there are some activities you may have not considered that could afford a bigger impact on your family than the entire vacation in itself. Those are the “voluntourism” initiatives conducted through the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Beaches’ parent company, Sandals Resorts International. Sandals Select: It’s Your Lucky Day Make your anniversary the luckiest day of the year by earning points to use toward your Luxury Included® Vacation. Enjoy the luck of the Irish with exclusive events, perks, and special point earning opportunities, like Anniversary points.Oyster.com Escapes The Crowds at Fowl Cay Resort When looking to escape from the cold winter weather, nothing beats the warm and tropical Caribbean. From luxury all-inclusive resorts to charming villas, the islands host a wide array of accommodations options for those looking to get away. If it’s peace and quiet that you crave most, look no further than Fowl Cay Resort in the Exumas.Get a Front Row Seat to the Most Beautiful Wedding – Yours Stunning. Captivating. Timeless. Our skilled wedding videographers create a wedding video you’ll want to watch again and again! Your WeddingMoon® at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts can be captured on film with elegant, classic touches. Choose from three unique video styles - all designed to blow you away and create lasting memories!Grab Your BFF and head to Paradise! Need to relax and enjoy quality time with your girls? How about a girls night out on a tropical island? Grab your favorite gal pals and head to the island of Turks & Caicos! Beaches Turks & Caicos is offering the ultimate girlfriend weekend getaway with the anticipated Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway. You and your girls can reserve this exclusive package which includes best friend fun for the entire weekend! Come along and enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Party, Private Catamaran Cruise, beach yoga, hair styling tips and tricks by Paul Mitchell, Beach Bonfire PJ Party, Jewelry & Champagne Soiree, 10% discount at the gift shop, a $200 voucher to the exclusive Red Lane® Spa for a relaxing Caribbean-inspired treatment,a free 5x7photograph, plus much more! Sandals Grande Riviera Featured in New York Daily News Are you ready for the snow to cease? New York Daily News’ Alex Palmer sure was as he escaped the northeast for a more inviting climate at Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort. Located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Sandals Grande Riviera welcomed Alex to a New Yorker’s paradise. Free of ice, snow and chilling temperatures, Sandals Grande Riviera promised “luxury and convenience” in a destination “where you can relax on the beach, climb a waterfall and check out live reggae.”Experience New Raindrop Dreams Massage At The Red Lane® Spa No Luxury Included® Vacation is complete without a visit to the award-winning Red Lane® Spa. At every Sandals and Beaches, we combine European traditions and natural Caribbean elements to offer the highest level of rejuvenation and relaxation through a number of signature treatments. After introducing an enhanced Scents of Love Couples Massage last month, we are now excited to introduce the all-new Raindrop Dreams Massage, 90-minutes of pure escape.Sandals Select: Our Gift to You on Your Birthday There’s plenty to love about Sandals Select Rewards, from exclusive benefits and events to rewarding opportunities. With Happy Birthday points there’s even more to love and getting one year older comes with great rewards! Enjoy your next birthday dinner with your significant other at Sandals Resorts, or bring the whole family along for an exciting birthday celebration at Beaches Resorts.Island Routes Takes AWE TV On A Caribbean Adventure A Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts Luxury Included® Vacation is never complete without getting acquainted with the culture and beauty of the Caribbean island you’re visiting. That’s why AWE TV is taking viewers on a virtual adventure known as “Vicarious Escapes,” showcasing the very best, off-the-beaten-path excursions that have made Island Routes the World's Leading Caribbean Attraction Company for five years running.Join the SPF Fun at Beaches this Fall Life as a single parent can be overwhelming. With the daily responsibilities of life, the juggling act of work and family becomes a challenge. For most, having a dream vacation is nothing shy of unrealistic, until now! Beaches is excited to reintroduce its S.P.F. (Single Parent Fun) Month, an affordable vacation where you can unwind and that your kids will love.Sandals and Beaches Reaches Over 50,000 PADI Scuba Certifications Whether it’s your first time diving or your hundredth, Sandals and Beaches is a great place to strap on scuba gear and take the deep plunge. Through a strong partnership with PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, your next Luxury Included® Vacation can include scuba diving in some of the most beautiful waters. In fact, Sandals and Beaches recently earned prestigious recognition from PADI during the annual Aquacenter Awards ceremony at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa for reaching over 50,000 scuba diving certifications. Experience True WeddingMoon® Bliss With This Extraordinary Suite of the Month Indulge in famed Luxury Included® hospitality with a stay in the Royal Estate Two-Story One Bedroom Beachfront Butler Villa Suite with Pool – a Sandals Emerald Bay beachfront sanctuary with every luxury and amenity imaginable! Whether you choose to relax in the elegance of the master suite with den, indulge in the services of a butler, take a dip in the private pool, or enjoy the convenient beach access, this magnificent suite is the perfect WeddingMoon vacation treat! Tune in for a Chance to Win with Wheel of Fortune & Beaches Resorts Grab the family and get ready to hit the beach! Beaches Resorts and America’s Game® are celebrating family fun all week long. Tune in March 10-14 for Wheel of Fortune’s Beaches Resorts Family Week.TravelTelevision.org Takes A Sandals Foundation Reading Road Trip The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals and Beaches, seeks to help fulfill the promise of the Caribbean community through investment in sustainable projects in education, environment and community which improve people’s lives and preserve our natural surroundings. While the Sandals Foundation team works hard on a number of projects throughout the year, you might know that there is also a way you can also get involved during your next Luxury Included® Vacation.USA Today Names Beaches One Of The Coolest Places To Pop The Question With bright orange sunsets, inviting ocean and exotic surroundings, the Caribbean is the perfect place to pop the question. While this fairytale setting is certainly enough to woo anyone, it never hurts to think outside of the box when planning that special moment. USA Today recently rounded up the coolest places to propose in the Caribbean featuring unique locations and ways to set you on that road to saying “I do” in paradise.Try The Catch Of The Day At Schooner's Seafood Grill at Beaches Turks & Caicos Seafood lovers rejoice! At Schooner’s Seafood Grill at Beaches Turks & Caicos, you can tantalize your taste buds with the freshest catch of the day at this nautically themed restaurant located only fifteen feet from the ocean. Named after the historic ship used to move products from island to island, Schooner’s stays true to its colonial roots with its villa setting and seaside terrace dining. Enjoy the best of the fisherman’s catch prepared in Turks Island and Bahamian styles every day when you order dishes like seared snapper with lemon mashed potato, blackened mahi mahi, conch salad and more.Sandals Select: Welcome Back to Sandals Resorts As a Sandals Select Rewards member, you’ll earn points for paid stays at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, which can then be used towards savings on future reservations. In addition, you’re eligible to attain higher membership levels and earn milestone goals, including a complimentary 7-night stay at the Sandals or Beaches of your choice!New Colors & Cake Flavor For the Ultimate WeddingMoon® With recent enhancements to our Sandals and Beaches WeddingMoons® program, there are now even more exciting offerings to choose from to customize your big day and really make it Your Wedding. Your Style!Sandals Royal Bahamian Unveils New Swim-Up River Suites Sandals most elegant resort, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island, recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its Windsor building that will have you swimming to your suite. If you’ve ever vacationed at Sandals Negril or Sandals Royal Caribbean, you’ve either seen or experienced luxurious swim-up suites; stunning accommodations that let you step from your room right into the water and vice-versa all day long. Sandals Royal Bahamian is proud to debut fourteen of these exclusive suites made possible by a new spectacular river pool on the ground floor of the Windsor building.Dino’s Pizzeria Delivers Fresh, Brick Oven Pizza At Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Pizza chef Marcello Guarini may perhaps be the most popular person at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa. Why? Every day you can find him preparing fresh, brick oven pizzas and savory specialties at beachside Dino’s Pizzeria that will transport you directly to the streets of Naples, Italy. You can opt for a slice of pizza margarita prepared with the chef’s perfected tomato sauce, or try the restaurant’s signature and unique jerk seafood pizza. Watch below as Chef Guarini prepares his favorite dish, the mezza luna alongside Beaches Resorts Culinary Ambassador, Chef Walter Staib and you’ll see how a little piece of Italy made its way to Jamaica.Celebrate the Olympics with our ‘Sochi to Ochi’ Jamaica Bobsled Offer As families gear up for their Caribbean getaway to sunny Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club, Jamaica’s infamous bobsled team has been gearing up for icy runways in Sochi, Russia at this year’s 2023 Winter Olympics. To celebrate their appearance at the Sochi Olympics, Beaches Resorts and Islands Routes Caribbean Adventures are showing their support for our beloved Caribbean competitors all the way from Ochi (how Jamaicans endearingly refer to Ocho Rios)!Sandals Finds Out What Today’s Men Consider Romantic Sandals recently conducted a study that revealed 70% of men only ‘try’ to be romantic when they are on vacation with their partner.Relax With the Perfect Gift of Love Massages are more than just relaxing. Studies continue to prove the physical and emotional benefits of even a single massage therapy session. Red Lane® Spa therapists use their expert skills and education to help improve your overall health while you’re on vacation.Sealed With A Kiss, Love Sandals Resorts Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and Sandals Resorts can’t wait! This year, we are celebrating bigger than ever with a NYC Kiss Cam, romance-themed Twitter Party and special sweepstakes that can send you on a four-day, three-night Luxury Included® Vacation to Sandals Resorts. To enter, follow @SandalsResorts on Twitter and use the hashtag #SandalsVDay through the following ways:Sandals Resorts Fires Their CEO! Sandals Resorts has fired their CEO… literally. The Beatles Also Invaded The Bahamas Beatlemania is back! Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the band’s first appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” when the Fab Four took the country by storm and skyrocketed their global appeal. This milestone is reigniting buzz about their journey as they swept the globe on a tour that eventually earned them the title as best-selling band of all time.Red Lane® Spa Heats Up With Renewed ‘Scents of Love’ Couples Massage Just in time for February, the month of love, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are turning up the heat at our award-winning Red Lane® Spa by introducing a new spin on its famed Scents of Love Couples Massage treatment. You and your loved one can rekindle your flame (literally), as your spa relaxation specialist takes you on an aromatic journey of romantic connection—all while capturing the true essence of the Caribbean.Journey To France At Sandals Negril’s Bayside Restaurant At Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa, journey to France while dining at Bayside, a modern French brasserie located on the water’s edge. Directly facing west to offer unparalleled views of Negril’s famous sunsets, you’re certain to have an unforgettable dining experience. Dine on classic dishes like moules-frites and duck a l’Orange perfectly paired with Beringer wines, and prepare to be transported to the streets of Provence with one bite. Exclusive Rewards Are Yours To Enjoy With Sandals Select Rewards you earn bonus points that add up to savings on future vacations to Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. Plus, as a valued member, you’ll have the opportunity to reach different levels of attainment and gain benefits and on-resort perks including complimentary couples massages and breakfast-in-bed.Watch and Win All Week with Wheel of Fortune and Sandals Resorts Sandals Resorts, the experts in romance, and America’s #1 Game Show, Wheel of Fortune are cooking up one sweet recipe for romance. Tune in February 3-7 to celebrate Valentine’s Day early with Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Romance Week.Red Lane® Spa Offers Exclusive Valentine’s Day Promotions Valentine’s Day is around the corner and there’s no better way to treat your loved one than with an indulgent gift basket from our signature Red Lane® Spa. During the month of February, our online shop is bringing back two of our customer’s favorite Red Lane® Spa gift baskets to celebrate this special time of year.Sandals and Beaches Shine in TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice Awards Every year, TripAdvisor®, the largest travel community in the world, recognizes the most outstanding hotels found across the globe as part of its Travelers’ Choice Awards. Relying on the reviews and opinions from its millions of users, TripAdvisor® narrows down the best of the best in a variety of categories.Sandals Select: Don’t Miss Our 2014 Exclusive Events As a Sandals Select Rewards member, you receive rewards from start to finish when visiting your home away from home! In addition to the pristine waterscape, beautiful sunsets, and Luxury Included® services and amenities of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, here are just a few more reasons to come and see us this year!Glow Like Never Before On Your WeddingMoon® Revitalize your skin with botanical products and essential oils native to the Caribbean! Offering an array of skincare products geared toward making your skin silky smooth and glistening, these beautifying Red Lane® Spa items will make your spirits soar and help create the perfect glow for one of the most special days of your life!Tune In and Win a Sandals Getaway to Escape the Cold Sandals Resorts and popular radio stations from across the U.S. want to help cure those winter blues. All next week, you can trade in the wind and snow for thoughts of sun, fun and romance at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island, along with a chance to win a Luxury Included® Vacation to any Sandals Resort!Sandals & Beaches Resorts Wedding Dream Teams While everyone knows that a wedding at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts includes beautiful Caribbean backdrops, what some may not know is that all of our weddings come with your very own team of wedding professionals whose sole focus is to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams.Sandals Foundation Stays Busy Supporting Caribbean Community with New Initiatives The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, continues to spearhead its mission of bettering the Caribbean region through community, education and environmental outreach. Each year, the Foundation elects a number of projects to be taken under its arms and funded through donations and fundraising events by generous donors and volunteers. Recently, the foundation made a significant impact in the Caribbean by providing free health care to thousands of adults and children in Jamaica, hosting teacher workshops encouraging environmental preservation, and promoting debate clubs in schools. Read below to find out more.Sandals Select: The Results are in for Best Kiss of 2013 Your kisses of love filled the Sandals Resorts Facebook page over the last few weeks. Now, it’s time to find out which kiss stole the hearts of all the Facebook voters! With the Caribbean coastline and the offshore island of Sandals Royal Caribbean in Jamaica serving as a dreamy backdrop, a kiss between the newly wed, atop a rustic boat, took the grand prize!Post Your Picture of Love From classic pictures and romantic wedding photos to daring and adventurous snapshots, your beautiful beginning at Sandals or Beaches could earn you a feature on the Sandals and Beaches Wedding Blog. Maybe it's a colorful place setting you want to show off, the elegant dress, a lively wedding reception with the Caribbean sun setting behind you and your guests, a passionate kiss shared between you and your significant other – or a combination of all four - your photos could make you the star of an award-winning blog! Celebrity Sighting: Corbin Bleu And Girlfriend Sasha Clements At Sandals Whitehouse Corbin Bleu, star of Disney’s High School Musical film series and a finalist on Dancing with the Stars last season, was recently spotted on vacation at Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa in Jamaica. Bleu and his girlfriend, Sasha Clements, looked to be having a blast playing on the beach, catching some rays, and taking advantage of all the Luxury Included® amenities found at this award-winning resort, including gourmet cuisine found across seven specialty restaurants and treatments at the exclusive Red Lane® Spa.Win a Trip to Sandals with the Panera Bread Lose It! Challenge New Year, same old resolutions… but this year Sandals Resorts and Panera Bread are partnering up to provide you with that extra needed motivation to achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2023. A Getaway Amid the Bluffs Take in the splendor of Saint Lucia! With majestic Piton mountains, natural world wonders, and serene flora and fauna, this island bursts with extraordinary beauty. Plus, enjoy the luxury of Sandals La Toc, including a 9-hole golf course, unlimited scuba diving, 3 pools, 8 fine dining options, land and watersports, and more! What’s almost better than all of this? Sandals Select members who book in bluff suite categories (BH, BO, BV, RP, BW, BS, BP, SV) at Sandals La Toc for travel in 2023 and 2023 are eligible to receive double points for immediate redemption! This means, if you have 10,000 points in your account (valued at $250) then you’ll receive an additional 10,000 points for a total savings of $500 off your new booking! Please use promo code SEPDP13.Sandals Foundation Thanks You for Giving Back to the Caribbean The philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, The Sandals Foundation, would like to express its gratitude to all the travel partners, donors, volunteers and team members who were instrumental in making 2023 a success! The foundation’s work would not be possible without everyone’s donations, time, hard work, service and commitment.Celebrity Sighting: Ashley Greene and Paul Khoury at Sandals Royal Bahamian A rare sighting at Sandals Royal Bahamian…a vampire in the sun!Sandals LaSource Grenada Opens In Grand Style Sandals’ newest lap of luxury, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, opened its doors on December 21, 2023 to rave reviews from guests, travel agents and locals of Grenada alike. On opening day, Chairman Gordon “Butch” Stewart was in attendance with General Manager Peter Fraser to personally welcome our first guests and watch them cut the ribbon to officially open the resort. Boasting luxurious accommodations and amenities alongside the renowned service Sandals is known for, there’s never been a better time to venture to the “Island of Spice” for an exotic Luxury Included® Vacation.Vote for the Best Kiss of 2013! Kisses at midnight. Seashore smooches with the Caribbean coastline serving as a dreamy backdrop. Kisses aboard a rustic boat, and more kisses shared amid the romantic locales of Sandals Resorts. We need you to help us pick a winner! Now’s your chance to vote for the Best Kiss – visit the Sandals Resorts Facebook page now until January 13, 2023 to weigh in on which Sandals Select Rewards member shared the best smooch of 2023.A Family Getaway Sandals Select Style Sandals Select Members who book select room categories at Beaches Resorts for travel in 2023 and 2023 are eligible to receive double points for immediate redemption. This means, if you have 10,000 points in your account (valued at $250) then you’ll receive an additional 10,000 points for a total savings of $500 off your new booking! Please use promo code SEPDP13. Save at the Beaches Resorts listed below:Suite of the Month – Beachfront Hideaway Prime Minister’s One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite The original Sandals, the romantically playful Sandals Montego Bay boasts the best private beach in Jamaica, and for those looking to WeddingMoon® or even planning to ReTie the Knot, this resort has an intimate on-site chapel. Here, the casual island vibe is infectious, and yet, there is still luxury to be found all around, most notably in the all-butler beachfront enclave known as the Honeymoon Hideaway Beachfront Estate. The best part of the two vacations in one getaway has to be the most romantic and exclusive of all honeymoon suites, the Beachfront Hideaway Prime Minister’s One Bedroom Butler Villa Suite.The Sandals Foundation Spreads Holiday Cheer With Annual Christmas Treats The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, hosted another successful Holiday Toy Drive thanks to the efforts of hundreds of caring donors like you, our loyal industry partners, and the generous $8,000 in-kind contribution from Hasbro, Inc., one of the world’s leading branded play companies and a valued partner of Beaches Resorts.Honeymoon Hotspot: Sandals LaSource Grenada You’ve heard of the places where your friends have honeymooned, and you’d love to travel to somewhere new and exotic for your very own. Well, Sandals Resorts is excited to open our newest resort in the most alluring Caribbean destination for you to enjoy a unique Luxury Included® Honeymoon - on the beautiful “Spice Island” known as Grenada.Celebrity Sighting: Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker Vacation at Sandals Grande Riviera Behind The Magic Of Sandals’ Spectacular Weddings Sandals Resorts latest video channel webisode “Spectacular Weddings at Sandals Resorts” takes you behind the craft of its wedding planning process, from keeping a pulse on the latest trends and considering the smallest details, to providing an abundance of knowledge and resources where only the Caribbean sky is the limit. And in true Sandals Luxury Included® style, having a personal wedding planner is yet another offering at Sandals Resorts that is not only included but delivered in the highest standard.Sandals and Beaches Rally Behind The Voice’s Tessanne Chin Last night, Sandals and Beaches showed tremendous support for NBC’s “The Voice” contestant Tessanne Chin, a Kingston, Jamaica native and former performer at Sandals and Beaches, by hosting a Caribbean-wide viewing party in her honor. Across all islands, guests and staff of Sandals and Beaches came together for the finale of this popular vocal competition and showed their support for the singer drinking Tessanne-themed cocktails, wearing “Team Tessanne” t-shirts and much more.Sandals Select: Save at the All-New Sandals Negril Sandals Negril welcomed its first guests recently to stay in the newly renovated Paradise Building, the largest block of rooms and suites at the 222-room resort!New Free WeddingMoon® Nights Offer Dreaming of the perfect wedding in the Caribbean with all your loved ones in tow? Well Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are making it easier to plan your ultimate destination wedding with its Free WeddingMoon® Nights special offer.Sandals Second Annual 12 Days To Engaged Sweepstakes With peace, love and joy all around, it comes as no surprise to hear December is the most popular month to get engaged. To celebrate the season of proposals, Sandals Resorts is bringing back its popular ‘12 Days to Engaged’ Twitter sweepstakes with twelve days of giveaways.Sandals Negril Unveils New Renovations to Paradise Building One of Sandals’ most beloved resorts just became even more luxurious with the debut of its newly renovated Club Level rooms located in the beachfront Paradise building at Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa. Just how luxurious? Simply ask Susan and David Resler, who were the first lucky couple to check-in to one of the newly renovated Paradise rooms, boasting modern bathrooms with standing showers, illuminated mirrors and make-up vanities, and bedrooms complete with four poster king-size beds, extended sitting areas and refrigerators. The list of superior amenities and furnishings goes on and on.20 Reasons Why Beaches Ocho Rios is Jamaica’s Best All-Inclusive Family Resort by Islands Magazine When it comes to an all-inclusive family vacation, you can’t beat having fun under the Caribbean sun. Islands Magazine, an authority in tropical and exotic vacations around the world, recently visited Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club. Executive Editor, Robert Stephens took a trip to the resort with his 9-year-old daughter and raved about this perfect family getaway including the non-stop fun and our Beaches Resorts team members, your family away from home. After experiencing all the activities and amenities the resort has to offer, from the hot and delicious pizzas at Bella Napoli Pizzeria to the exhilarating waterslides of Pirates Island Waterpark, they named our Luxury Included® Resort “Jamaica’s Best All-Inclusive Family Resort.” Your Sandals Select Gift for the Holidays The Grand Opening of Sandals LaSource Grenada will be in full swing this month! Opening December 21, 2023 (just in time for the holidays) the Grand Opening Sale allows guests to enjoy Free Nights, Air Credits, and more! For our Sandals Select members there’s an extra special treat!Wedding Design Made Easy Your wedding date is all set and you’ve booked your honeymoon suite. . Now it’s time to start planning the fun stuff - your wedding design! For many, this means sourcing a number of ideas, and then bringing it all together to create the perfect wedding design. It all starts from browsing the latest trends featured in bridal magazines or Pinterest, and using the innovative online Destination Wedding Designer tool available on Sandals.com or Beaches.com.Win A B.F.F. Girls Getaway With LaCroix Sparkling Water Are you thirsty for a Caribbean escape? Well this holiday season, LaCroix– the #1 domestic sparkling water brand — and Beaches Resorts are offering you the exclusive chance to win a B.F.F. Girls Getaway at Beaches Turks & Caicos.Sandals Foundation Helps To Save Jamaica’s Fishing Industry Fishing is the lifeblood of many communities throughout the Caribbean. From fishermen to boat builders, an entire industry depends on the health of the ocean. Unfortunately, over the past thirty years, climate change has taken a negative toll on the seas, resulting in decreased fish populations, coral bleaching and much more. As part of its commitment to environmental preservation, the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, joined The Caribbean Fish Sanctuary Partnership Initiative (C-FISH). Through this project, partners aim to strengthen community-based fish sanctuaries (marine reserves or no-take-zones) by providing resources, training and alternative livelihood opportunities across the Caribbean. Sandals And Beaches Shine At World Travel Awards After excelling at the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) scored big once again at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony, recently held on November 30, 2023 at La Cigale Hotel in Doha, Qatar. Respectfully known as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” the World Travel Awards acknowledge and celebrate achievements in all areas of the world’s travel and tourism industry. To many, it is the regarded as the highest achievement that a travel product can receive and a recognition we proudly showcase. Sandals Select: $500 in Instant Savings at the World’s Most Romantic Resort Enjoy a getaway to Antigua’s best and most famous beach - Dickenson Bay. Sandals Select members who book in select room categories at Sandals Grande Antigua (HL, WHL, RD, RP, PO, GA, LV) for travel September 18, 2023 - December 26, 2023 and April 1, 2023 – December 26, 2023/2023 are eligible to receive double points for immediate redemption. This means, if you have 10,000 points in your account (valued at $250) then you’ll receive an additional 10,000 points for a total savings of $500 off your new booking! Sandals Launches Discovery Dining iPad App Sandals Resorts has launched an exclusive Discovery Dining iPad App to give you an in-depth view of all of the culinary experiences offered at our resorts throughout the Caribbean. Along with details on all cuisines offered, you will be able to see 360° views of the resort restaurants as well as read chefs’ bios and watch videos on Discovery Dining with our Culinary Ambassador Chef Walter Staib.The Sandals Foundation And Local Student Partner To Build New Classroom The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, recently partnered with a local student from Miami, FL, 18-year-old Morgan Gonzalez, to provide the Marie Cole Primary School in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a brand new classroom. The school, which opened in 1968, was originally built for 170 students; however, by 2023, the student population had increased to 400 and many students had been learning in an old bus that was transformed into a makeshift classroom.Fodor’s Names Beaches Turks & Caicos Best Caribbean All-Inclusive For Families When picking your next destination for the perfect family getaway, you want to be certain that it is a place both kids and adults can enjoy. With a Luxury Included® Vacation to Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, parents need not worry about missing out on the fun as this resort has something for everyone! Don’t believe us? Trust the travel experts at Fodor’s who recently named Beaches Turks & Caicos as the “Best Resort for Families” as part of its roundup of the Best Caribbean All-Inclusives for 2023.Win A Trip To Sandals LaSource Grenada With Sandals High Steaks Giveaway The all-new Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa is set to open doors December 12, 2023. As excitement grows, we are turning up the heat with a social media contest that gives you the chance to be among the first to experience this stunning Luxury Included® resort.Sandals Select: Beaches Reunion Week Fun Thanks for joining us for one of the biggest Beaches Resorts parties of the year! Beaches Fall Reunion Week, our five-day extravaganza for Sandals Select Rewards members and their kids was a big hit!Enter To Win a Wedding Video by I DO Films Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have partnered with I Do Films, a renowned leader in wedding cinematography, to offer one lucky couple a free wedding video with the Win Your Wedding Video Contest.Sandals Barbados Welcomes Its First Guests Sandals Barbados, the newest addition to our Luxury Included® resort portfolio, opened its doors last week to much fanfare. Newlyweds Eva Kowalski and Thomas Ulewicz from Chicago, IL were the first to check-in to the property, greeted by the newly appointed General Manager of Sandals Barbados, Josef Zellner. These lucky guests were among the first to experience the finest amenities and accommodations along one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Sandals Corporate University Provides Higher Education With A Higher Purpose Always there to greet you with a warm smile, the staff at Sandals Resorts is committed to making your Luxury Included® Vacation the best it can be. But did you also know that when not on the clock, many employees are also getting a deeper education thanks to the Sandals Corporate University? Launched in March 2023, SCU represents Sandals Resorts commitment to the professional development of their employees through reputable education and training programs. Every staff member is invited to apply and experience courses that they are interested in to further advance their career and broaden their knowledge.Share The Luck with the Sandals Foundation Holiday Toy Drive Tis the season for giving and Sandals Resorts International is giving everyone who loves the Caribbean a chance to join them in giving back to the Caribbean. The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, is gearing up for the holiday season and collecting generous donations for its annual Toy Drive, benefitting underprivileged children in the Caribbean. The Foundation is once again partnering with Hasbro Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), one of the world’s leading branded play companies and a valued partner of Beaches Resorts, for this year’s “Share the Luck” campaign. Through this campaign, when consumers donate to the toy drive, thereby making it a lucky holiday for children in the Caribbean, Sandals Resorts International will in turn “share the luck” by entering them for a chance to win a Luxury Included® Vacation to paradise.Sandals Foundation Hosts Benefit Concert Featuring Shaggy The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, hosted a sold out crowd of over 600 guests on Saturday, November 6, 2023 at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island for an evening of warm sand, ocean surf and good music under the stars with Grammy® award-winning artist SHAGGY – all while supporting a great cause!Toys"R”Us Ultimate Wish Sweepstakes with Beaches Resorts Can you feel it in the air? It’s almost that time of year again! Tis’ the season for candy canes, cookies and wishes for toys… and Caribbean getaways!Hit Radio Stations Broadcast Live at Beaches Turks & Caicos The changing of seasons may be sending a chill across the nation, but Beaches Resorts is ready to warm things up! Twenty-two hit radio stations from across the U.S. are broadcasting their popular shows LIVE from paradise, today through November 8, 2023, at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa.Win a Sandals Honeymoon with Southern Weddings Sandals Resorts has partnered with Southern Weddings Magazine, the South’s premier publication for the modern bride, and the Southern Weddings blog, which highlights the prettiest real weddings to be found in the Southeast and celebrates the best that Southern culture has to offer, for an announcement that will make you kick up your boots. From now until November 22, 2023, one lucky couple will have a chance to win a 4-day/3-night Luxury Included® Honeymoon to any Sandals Resorts location in Jamaica, Antigua, Saint Lucia, or the Bahamas. This romantic getaway will feature deluxe accommodations, unlimited Discover Dining where you can savor the world at up to 15 gourmet restaurants, premium brand beverages, daily and nightly entertainment, an array of land and watersports including snorkeling and scuba diving for certified divers, and so much MORE!BFF’s Enjoy Another Fun-Filled Girls Getaway This past weekend a group of fabulous women from all over the country were spoiled with fun, sun and unforgettable memories at the bi-annual Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway hosted at the beautiful Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. This 5-day/4-night Luxury Included® vacation offered BFF’s a chance to reconnect and bond, while enjoying an itinerary filled with exciting activities.Lush Landscapes & Romantic Gardens by Sandals & Beaches Vacations are all about setting. Primarily because it means you’ve escaped the very location where your daily grind resides, but also because most vacations offer everything your daily life does not—gorgeous scenery, undisturbed mother nature and colors that warm the soul. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have long been known for their winning vacation recipe and one of its secret ingredients has been the ability to blend its captivating island beauty into each resort’s landscape architecture and beautiful gardens. Condé Nast Traveler Readers Vote Sandals and Beaches Among The Best Every year, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler choose their favorite travel destinations to be recognized in the magazine’s prestigious Readers’ Choice Awards. Nearly 80,000 people weighed in on this year’s poll, casting over 1.3 million votes… more than ever before! Judging in a number of categories including dining and locations, to services and activities, participants ranked Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa and Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa among the best.Sandals Select: Rediscover a Sprawling Paradise for Less For those seeking an assorted getaway full of both tranquil and adventurous pursuits, look no further than Sandals Grande Riviera, where a serene mountaintop, white sand beaches, exotic flora and fauna, and a championship golf course serve as the backdrop to this beloved resort!Suite of the Month – Sunset Bluff Millionaire Butler Villas Suite Known as the “Caribbean’s Most Glamorous Resort” Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa is a gem set along a half-mile crescent-shape beach towered by amazing coral bluffs, lush green hillsides and the rolling fairways of an executive-style golf course. The most magnificent views can be found in the most unique and exclusive of all honeymoon suites, the Sunset Bluff Millionaire Butler Villas Suite with Private Pool Sanctuary. Red Lane® Spa Introduces New Skincare Product Line As you envision all of the elements of your dream island getaway—gorgeous white sand beach, the aroma of fresh gardens and salt water, the taste of tropical fruits, the warmth of the Caribbean sun, the sounds of crashing waves and sea breeze—imagine the spa experience that all of these ingredients would create. When it comes to pampering, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have been spoiling guests with the use of botanical and indigenous ingredients for years, capturing the true essence of the Caribbean at its Red Lane® Spa, the signature spa concept available exclusively to our resort guests.USA Today Names Sandals And Beaches Among Caribbean’s Best All-Inclusives Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are constantly raising the bar on the all-inclusive vacation experience. As USA Today notes, gone are the days when an all-inclusive vacation was “synonymous with a bargain-basement getaway.” Instead, you can now expect the finest accommodations and amenities, while also having the luxury to accurately budget the full cost of your vacation before arriving. During every Luxury Included® Vacation at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, you can experience elite accommodations, gourmet dining at up to 19 restaurants, unlimited premium brand liquor, an array of land and water sports, entertainment and more, all at no cost.Beaches Turks & Caicos Is Better Than Ever Do colder temperatures have you and your family dreaming of a Caribbean getaway? In Turks & Caicos, the heat is always on and there’s never been a better time to plan your next Luxury Included® Vacation. This fall, award-winning Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is debuting exciting enhancements for kids and parents alike.Sandals Select Rewards: A Romantic Breakfast in Bed As a Sandals Select Rewards member, exclusive savings and special treatment abound! For Diamond Level members of Sandals Select, breakfast in bed is a complimentary treat! Along with other sweet and savory eats, including in-room edible delights upon arrival, members also enjoy candlelight dinners, couples massages, on-resort savings, exclusive events, and more!Sandals Royal Bahamian to Host Benefit Concert featuring Shaggy The Sandals Foundation and Coca Cola are proud to present “Vibes on the Island”, a benefit concert featuring reggae superstar, Shaggy. On Saturday, November 2nd at 7pm, “Mr. Bombastic” himself will take the stage at the Private Island at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island to perform all of his hits, all for a great cause. Tickets for this exclusive event are $175 and all proceeds will go to benefit the P.A.C.E. Foundation which provides education and support to teenage mothers and promotes awareness of policies to help reduce teen pregnancy among young adults within The Bahamas.Experience the Caribbean’s Ultimate Scuba Diving Adventure Warm waters teeming with exotic and tropical sea life make the Caribbean an alluring scuba diving destination for beginners to veterans alike. Whether it’s your first or hundredth time taking the plunge, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are ready to serve as your guide. With over 510 dive sites spanning Jamaica, Antigua, Saint Lucia, The Bahams, and Turks & Caicos, and more being added soon in Grenada, every Luxury Included® resort offers knowledgeable staff, reliable equipment and unforgettable wonders to see. Best of all? It’s all included!Sandals Select: Fall Savings for the Whole Family Sandals Select Rewards members can save up to $500 on a Luxury Included® Vacation to Beaches Ocho Rios! Simply book your family getaway in a premium room category or higher for travel by October 31 this year or October 31 in 2023.* But that’s not all – get additional savings with these great resort specials:Ride the Wave! MONOPOLY® at McDonald’s® in Canada is Back this Fall! You better start working on that base tan because the 2023 MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald's® is back this fall in Canada?.* It’s time to trade in that top hat for a sun hat! Beaches Resorts is proud to join McDonald’s for the fourth consecutive year as part of the highly anticipated MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald’s® taking place at over 1,400 participating McDonald’s restaurants in Canada.Sandals Foundation Joins International Coastal Cleanup Day 2013 Every year, thousands of people around the world gather for International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day to help keep our ocean’s clean and healthy. Dedicated to environmental preservation, the Sandals Foundation took part in this year’s cleanup activities on the islands of Jamaica and the Bahamas, collecting over 8,000 pounds of garbage thanks to the help of dedicated volunteers. Both team and community members from nearby local Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts gathered September 21, 2023, for a fulfilling day of hard work.Sandals Select: We’ll See You Soon Besides the typical items you need to pack for a vacation, bring along these items for your Beaches Reunion Week getaway from October 21-25, 2023:Things to Know About your WeddingMoon® Destination – Residency Requirements As you work with our Sandals or Beaches Pre-Travel Wedding Planner to plan your perfect destination wedding, there a few things to consider when preparing your itinerary including the amount of time you will be spending on your tropical island paradise. Sandals and Beaches provide a variety of fun activities for the two of you and for your guests including beach parties, a spa day, a rehearsal dinner, an Island Routes Caribbean Adventure and so much more. Dining at Sandals and Beaches with Dietary Restrictions Being a traveler with food allergies can make enjoying a vacation a little more challenging. Menu options are typically limited, and you are constantly worried about whether the waiter or waitress understood your special requests. This can take away from the relaxed and stress free environment a vacation is supposed to provide. At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts we believe our guests should be able to unwind, and worry about nothing, which is why as part of our Discovery Dining program we offer guests an opportunity to address their dietary restrictions to allow for a more comfortable Caribbean getaway.Club Sandals Rolls Out the Red Carpet in Saint Lucia Sandals Resorts has been rolling out the red carpet for its guests like never before with the all new Club Sandals experience, a VIP level of service redefining the concierge hospitality at Sandals Resorts in Jamaica, The Bahamas, Antigua and now—Saint Lucia! Beginning October 1, concierge-level guests and higher at Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa, Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort and Sandals Halcyon Beach St. Lucia will enjoy the complete Club Sandals treatment.Stars Tee Off At Sandals Emerald Bay Celebrity Getaway & Golf Weekend Sandals Resorts and Access Hollywood recently rolled out the red carpet at the Sandals Emerald Bay Celebrity Getaway & Golf Weekend in Great Exuma, Bahamas. Joined by special guests Access Hollywood host Billy Bush and golf legend Greg Norman, celebrities flew south thanks to American Airlines and the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism for a three-day event full of sun, golf, and plenty of good times.Suite of the Month – Governor General Oceanfront One Bedroom Butler Suite Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios, Jamaica is an elegant hideaway tucked in a bluff that overlooks two private white sand beaches. A Luxury Included® Vacation at this regal resort is an experience like no other, making it a perfect honeymoon destination. With a magnificent panorama of the Ocho Rios Riviera, lavish suites and unrivaled indulgence with professionally-trained butlers anticipating your every need, this resort leaves you feeling like royalty. No matter which room you select as your honeymoon suite, you will not be disappointed. Win A Juicy Caribbean Getaway with Welch’s® Fruit Snacks & Beaches Resorts! Are you thirsty for a juicy Caribbean getaway? Are you dreading the cold and longing for those hot, summer days? For the first time ever, Welch’s® Fruit Snacks— the nation’s number one fruit snacks brand—and Beaches Resorts are giving you the chance to escape the cold and head back to the beach!Sandals Foundation Joins International Coastal Cleanup Day 2013 Every year, thousands of people around the world gather for International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day to help keep our ocean’s clean and healthy. Dedicated to environmental preservation, the Sandals Foundation took part in this year’s cleanup activities on the islands of Jamaica and the Bahamas, collecting over 8,000 pounds of garbage thanks to the help of dedicated volunteers. Both team and community members from nearby local Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts gathered September 21, 2023, for a fulfilling day of hard work.What is your Honeymoon Style – Adventure! You’re always in search of the unexplored, the exotic, and the undiscovered, so why would your honeymoon destination be any different! Sandals Resorts has some great options to offer you thrill seeking honeymooners. We’ve narrowed it down to three resorts to offer you for your great honeymoon adventure:Katie Show Premieres With Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Beaches Resorts was featured on the popular, daytime talk show Katie for the highly anticipated Season 2 premiere, surprising a family with a much-needed Luxury Included® Vacation to Beaches Negril Resort & Spa in Jamaica .Tune In To the New Sandals Video Channel Sandals Resorts is now providing vacation goers with a new online video channel that will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the Luxury Included® vacation experience. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have announced the launch of their new video channel where you can tune into a series ofnew webisodes that highlight our most exciting projects and initiatives.Sandals Resorts Wins Big Again at The World Travel Awards Sandals Resorts International (SRI) received an unprecedented 14 awards at this year’s World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony, held on September 14, 2023 at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa. Attended by hospitality’s elite and known as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” World Travel Awards honors those companies and brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence in product and service. Wedding Planning Services You Can Depend On We make planning your WeddingMoon® at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts a very easy, stress-free and smooth experience. In preparation of your destination wedding with Sandals or Beaches, you will be guided by a team of wedding professionals responsible for coordinating your big day from beginnings to end. The team’s sole mission is to make sure your dream wedding comes true.Your Authentic Caribbean Vacation Awaits at Grand Pineapple Beach Antigua With 365 beautiful white-sand beaches around the island, it’s no wonder why Antigua has been considered paradise by many. This charming island is full of natural splendor, scenic views and rich in European culture making it one of the most sought-after destinations in the Caribbean. And with all of the inclusions available at our all-inclusive Grand Pineapple Beach Antigua, you’ll be able to experience the island for yourself.Jam On With Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum At Sandals Resorts The perfect vacation needs the perfect cocktail, and nobody knows that better than Sandals Resorts. As part of every Luxury Included® Vacation, you can enjoy world-class spirits including the internationally acclaimed Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum as well as the finest pours of Beringer® wines at any time of day. When it comes to rum, the Appleton Estate located in the lush Nassau Valley of Jamaica ranks among the best which is why we are proud to partner with another iconic Jamaican brand. As the oldest sugar estate and distillery on the island, Appleton Estate produces extraordinary rum using time-honored traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation since 1749. Listen & Win During Our LIVE Broadcasts At Sandals Regency La Toc Want to escape with your loved one on a much needed vacation? How about whisking your sweetheart away to The Caribbean’s Most Glamorous Resort…Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa in Saint Lucia? All you have to do is tune in to your favorite radio station this week for your chance to win a Luxury Included® Vacation to any Sandals Resort! Sandals Select: Tell Your Boss You’re Going to Sandals National Boss-Employee Exchange Day is a day that gives employees and their managers a chance to freely share ideas with one another by swapping places for the day! The idea is to trade places to better understand and appreciate the challenges of the other individual.Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts Offers Weddings in Paradise Searching for a real Caribbean wedding experience? We have a great place in mind that will fulfill your dreams. Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts gives guests an authentic Caribbean all-inclusive experience filled with affordable charm and offers a selection of wedding packages for those looking to tie the knot in paradise.Mario’s at Beaches Turks & Caicos: Tuscan-Inspired Italian Dining Join Chef Walter Staib, Beaches Resorts Culinary Ambassador, and Executive Chef Colin Watson as they journey into the heart of Northern Italy, at Mario’s located at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. This enchanting Tuscan-Inspired restaurant offers an elegant dining experience with a centrally located open show kitchen, stunning vaulted ceilings and beautiful ironwork. You’ll enjoy buffet-style dinning for breakfast and lunch, with a la carte Italian dining for dinner.New Island Routes Offers Invite You To “LIVE FUNNER” in Jamaica During any Luxury Included® Vacation at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts, you’re guaranteed to have the time of your life. With endless gourmet dining options, countless opportunities for fun in the sun and accommodations that will have you living in the lap of luxury, every inclusion is certain to put a smile on your face. What if we told you there was a way to make your vacation even more fun? With Island Routes Caribbean Adventures, whose motto is “LIVE FUNNER,” you can ramp up the adrenaline during your next vacation by taking an excursion and brand new promotions are making it even easier to LIVE FUNNER in Jamaica!New Soy Restaurant Brings Sushi to Sandals Regency La Toc Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa is making sushi lovers happy with the debut of our popular restaurant Soy, offering fresh rolls, sashimi, salads and more alongside beautiful views of the Saint Lucia sea. Making its home adjacent to Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant Kimonos, Soy brings Far East fare to this Luxury Included® resort as part of Sandals Resorts’ Discovery Dining.Suite of the Month - Beachfront Romeo & Juliet Walkout Butler Room at Sandals Halcyon From the distinctive twin peaks of Les Pitons to the cascading majesty of Diamond Falls, all framed by the translucent turquoise sea, St. Lucia has it all as your honeymoon destination. Experience a honeymoon full of natural splendor and romantic vistas when you travel to Sandals Halcyon Beach St. Lucia. Why You and Your BFF need a Girls Getaway We all know how important it is to make time for our girlfriends, yet we always seem to find a million reasons why we can’t possibly get away for a day or two. Whether it be work, school or the kids, no time seems like a good time; however, if your friendships have simply become phone calls, text messages or completely virtual, it’s definitely time to pack up and reconnect with the girls. Girlfriend getaways usually consist of shopping, wine, lounging in your PJs, and maybe even the spa, which are all activities we offer at our bi-annual Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway event at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. Not only will you bond with your BFF on this fun filled vacation, but you will also have an opportunity to recharge your batteries and return to the “real world” refreshed and a new person.Discover Traditional English Pub Fare at The Cricketer’s Pub at Sandals Royal Bahamian Prepare to be charmed by the lively atmosphere and spirits of the Olde Country as you discover true English Pub Fare at The Cricketer’s Pub at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island in Nassau, Bahamas. Cozy beyond compare with its genuine décor including wraparound bar with brass railing, authentic church pews, carved ceilings and solid wood floors- every corner of this bar was brought over piece-by-piece from a true working pub in England!Club Sandals Debuts In Antigua This September Beginning September 1, 2023, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa is pulling out the stops for guests of concierge level suites and higher with the introduction of Club Sandals. Voted “World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort,” this romantic hideaway offers guests two Luxury Included® Vacations in one on the country’s most famous beach, Dickenson Bay.Spice Up Your Corn With the Flavors of the Caribbean Spicy Corn RelishDiscover 50’s-Style Dining at Bobby Dee’s at Beaches Turks & Caicos Journey back in time at Bobby Dee’s located at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa to a place where Rock n’ Roll, poodle skirts, and neon signage was customary. After a fun-filled day cruising the lazy river or hangin' ten in the surf simulator, you’re sure to work up an appetite and this retro-styled restaurant has all your favorite snacks and fare from mid-morning until late night.Plan Your Next Meeting at Sandals Resorts When planning your next meeting, take a cue from the experts and look no further than the islands of the Caribbean as your perfect destination. Breaking away from the office is a great opportunity for staff to think outside the box and combine a little R&R with education and enrichment. Everyone knows Sandals Resorts is made for couples in love, but did you also know it’s a great place to host meetings of even the largest groups? Recently, Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine featured Sandals Resorts and learned how adding sun, sand and water to your next event is the ideal recipe for making meetings fun again.Top 5 Reasons To Get Married In The Fall Travel insiders know that the fall season is the best time to travel. Why? Because it’s when you can get some of the biggest savings of the year. So if you are a destination bride and groom and looking at a Caribbean wedding, the benefits of fall travel could be a great source of motivation and inspiration for you to SAVE THE DATE in these autumn months.Sesame Street’s Oscar the Grouch Coming to All Beaches Resorts It seems as though Beaches Ocho Rios was not enough for Sesame Street’s Oscar the Grouch as he is making his way through the rest of the Caribbean! The popular Sesame Street character will be joining the rest of the cast at both Beaches Negril Resort & Spa and Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa this fall.Elite Traveler Sets Their Sights on Your Jamaican Villas Exploring new destinations is a part of every vacation experience, but truly immersing yourself in the beauty of an island’s people, surroundings and culture can only be found with a certain kind of escape. Elite Traveler magazine recently took a liking to an especially authentic vacation experience known as Your Jamaican Villas - a collection of the private homes of Sandals Resorts Chairman, and native Jamaican, Gordon “Butch” Stewart that have served as personal family getaways for the Stewart family over the years and are now open for guests to experience a special look at Jamaica that few tourists get to see.Parents Magazine Deems Beaches Negril Best for Beach Family Getaways When seeking a fun family getaway that everyone will enjoy, there’s no better backdrop than the sun and sand of the tropical Caribbean. Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos have been offering families ideal escapes for over sixteen years and continue to win over guests looking for luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining and fun activities. Parents magazine recently rounded up their picks for “Best Beach Resorts for Families” and named Beaches Negril Resort & Spa as one of their favorites. Sandals Select: The Great Points Giveaway Extended There’s still time to enjoy an exclusive member-only opportunity. Offer now ends September 26, 2023.Real Destination Wedding at Sandals Emerald Bay Kerri and Andre Ross are a true Sandals Love Story that we wanted to share with you. The couple took their first Sandals vacation at Sandals Montego Bay in 2009 and three years later the couple said "We Do" in front of family and friends at Sandals Emerald Bay.Book Your Spice Island Escape with Our Pre-Opening Sale With the opening of our newest addition to the Sandals Resorts family, Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, we are giving you another magnificent destination to choose for your next vacation. And with our new Pre-Opening Sale, there is no better time to book your romantic getaway to this luxury all-inclusive resort. You can save big when you book a minimum three night stay in select suites by October 15, 2023 for travel December 12, 2023 through December 26, 2023 These savings apply to our most luxurious and contemporary rooms including the Millionaire, Rondoval and Skypool suites, all attended to by a personal butler. With these savings, now is the time to indulge in your dream vacation.LIKE Sandals on Facebook & We Will Fire Our CEO Sandals Resorts' CEO Adam Stewart is turning up the heat with a personal “250,000 Likes” Facebook Challenge. If Sandals Resorts fanscan generate a total of 250,000 “Likes” for the Sandals Resorts Facebook page, we will FIRE the CEO…literally! Adam has pledged to thank Sandals fans and demonstrate his loyalty by ZIPLINING THROUGH FIRE!Sandals Foundation and Nine-Year-Old Unite for Special Donation Nine-year-old Daniel Spargo from Alberta, Canada is different from most kids his age. For his birthday this year he didn’t ask for toys to share with his third grade classmates, but rather money he could use to make a difference. Initially, he wasn’t certain where exactly his donation would go, but a recent family vacation to Beaches Negril Resort & Spa inspired him to enhance a local classroom.Sandals Emerald Bay: Paradise Within Reach Sandals Emerald Bay is merely 40 minutes by plane from south Florida, so you can feel worlds away island hopping to picturesque islets and cays, diving, fishing, and yachting. With a tranquil backdrop and lavish activities including the Greg Norman-designed, 18-hole, par 72 championship course, regarded as one of the best in the Caribbean by Travel + Leisure Golf; one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Bahamas; seven unlimited fine dining restaurants including the acclaimed Italian restaurant Il Cielo; and the extraordinary service of the butlers, this resort is one of the most alluring resorts in all of the Out Islands. Plus, Sandals Emerald Bay is now even more accessible with Delta Airlines’ new route from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia.Vacation like Royalty with Club Sandals at Sandals Royal Bahamian Located on Nassau’s most spectacular white sand beach, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island is one of the most elegant resorts in the Bahamas. Pulling into the porte cochere upon arrival, you can’t help but feel like European royalty. After all, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor once made it their epicenter for high society as the famed Balmoral Club of the 1940s. Today, Club Sandals is making its debut in Nassau, redefining the concierge experience and ensuring guests of the Concierge level truly feel like king and queen.Condé Nast Names Sandals Resorts A ‘World Savers Finalist’ Every year Condé Nast Traveler magazine honors those travel organizations which demonstrate exceptional achievement in environmental and social responsibility. This prestigious recognition known as the annual World Savers Awards evaluates airlines, tour operators, cruise lines, resorts and hotels in five areas: education, environmental and cultural preservation, health, poverty relief, and wildlife conservation. From nearly 175 applicants, Sandals Resorts International has been named a finalist in this year’s competition for its impactful environmental efforts and philanthropic work through the Sandals Foundation in the “Small Chains” category.Sandals Select: Last Chance to Earn & Book for the Chairman’s Golf Invitational Book by July 31, 2023 to play with Sandals Select elite at the stunning Par 71, 18-hole Sandals Golf & Country Club Championship Course in Ocho Rios, Jamaica from September 12-14, 2023. Simply book online or by phone, then RSVP by email to select@sandals.com. Here’s a look at what’s in store:Suite of the Month – Sandals Negril Swim-Up Crystal Lagoon Suite Set on Jamaica’s famous seven-mile beach, Sandals Negril is the perfect spot for your honeymoon if you are looking for that tropical vibe with a casual, minimalistic chic destination. It is the only resort in Negril with the most unique Love Nest Suites that boast their own zero-entry sparkling pool. The Swim-Up Crystal Lagoon Suites at Sandals Negril are like no other and offer the ultimate retreat for relaxation and romance. In addition to the private lagoon pool, the suites also include a separate living room with plasma TV, whirlpool bath and walk-in shower, and large patios overlooking the pool and ocean with an outdoor dining area. Explore the Underwater World with Sandals and Beaches A Luxury Included® Vacation at any one of our Sandals Resorts andBeaches Resorts has it all including some of the most luxurious rooms and suites in the Caribbean, world class dining including premium drinks, and some of the most scenic beaches in the world. Though relaxing is part of any great vacation, new experiences are just as important. Our scuba program is one of the best in the Caribbean and will allow advanced and novice divers to experience something new every day in the Caribbean’s best dive sites.Spotlight on Peter Fraser, General Manager of Sandals LaSource Grenada Everyone is buzzing about Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, set to open doors this December. This brand new addition to the Sandals Resorts portfolio is slated to be the most contemporary to date, bringing elaborate accommodations, nine global gourmet dining options, an expansive infinity pool, and so much more to the Spice Island. Of course, behind every resort you will find a dedicated general manager, ensuring daily operations run smoothly and that guests are having the time of their lives. When appointing a general manager for this distinctive resort, Peter Fraser, former general manager of Sandals Royal Plantation, was the perfect fit.Travel + Leisure Names Sandals & Beaches in World's Best Awards Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts continue to possess an unwavering appeal among travel enthusiasts as is evident in the recent 18th annual Travel + Leisure “World’s Best” readers’ poll. Built on a reputation for fusing expert travel reporting with stunning photography, Travel + Leisure asked their discerning readers to cast their votes for the hotels, destinations and companies that define the very best in travel…and the people have spoken. Pick Your Paradise! MONOPOLY® at McDonald's® with Beaches Resorts is Back! The 2023 MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald's® is back in time for summer and it’s better than ever! This year your chances to win look bright and sunny. Beaches Resorts is proud to join McDonald’s for the fourth consecutive year as part of the highly anticipated MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald’s® taking place this summer at more than 14,000 participating McDonald’s restaurants in the United States.The More the Merrier for You and Your Guests It’s your destination wedding, and you can’t wait to invite family and friends to take part in your celebration at a Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts. Worried you may have too many people RSVP from your guest list? Well, worry no more, as the more guests that RSVP to your destination wedding, our gift to you is more exclusive inclusions to host the best destination wedding your friends and family have been to in years! Vacation like a Millionaire at Sandals Resorts We all need a vacation, but what if you could vacation like a millionaire? Imagine stepping off a plane and feeling the warm Caribbean breeze blowing through your hair and caressing your skin. You have arrived in paradise! From here, you are privately transported to your destination where you are greeted with refreshing tropical cocktails and delights, a warm and friendly smile and a butler to take care of the rest. You immerse yourself in relaxation, and enjoy what it is to disconnect from your everyday life. If this is the type of vacation you envision for yourself, we have the perfect destination and resort for you.Club Sandals Brings VIP Experience to Sandals Emerald Bay After a successful launch in Jamaica, Club Sandals, an exclusive new club redefining the concierge experience, is now at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. As a guest of a Concierge level suite at this award-wining resort, you will now experience elite status with the addition of even more amenities to enhance your Luxury Included® Vacation. It's National Grilling Month...Sandals Style From jerk chicken and burgers, to Sandals Whitehouse’s acclaimed grilled lobster and veggies, everyone loves a great grilled meal prepared by Sandals and Beaches chefs. Since you can pretty much grill anything these days—not just meat—throw in a few untraditional sides if you’re feeling creative. All you need is a gas grill (for no-hassle grilling) a pair of tongs, and of course, your desired ingredients.Saint Lucia: A Simply Beautiful Wedding Destination The beauty of Saint Lucia, aptly called “Simply Beautiful,” is that you have an array of scenic options that can provide the perfect backdrop for your nuptials. Once you've seen the lush mountainous terrain, and beautiful rainforest foliage, coupled with the crystal blue Caribbean waters you will not want to set your eyes on any other location for your destination wedding. The best part about this destination is the fact you have three Sandals Resorts to choose from, each having their own unique personality and vibe:The Spice Island Awaits You with Exclusive Offers When it comes to picking the right location for your next vacation, there are a lot of things to consider. Do you want a quiet, romantic getaway or would you prefer an adventure-filled trip to experience the culture of a foreign location? Luckily, you won’t have to decide at our newest Luxury Included® resort, Sandals La Source Grenada Resort & Spa, as it brings you the best of Grenada all in one trip.Discover a Taste of Paris at La Toc Restaurant in St. Lucia Sandals Regency La Toc Spa & Beach Resort on the beautiful island of Saint Lucia is the epitome of luxury and glamour. Offering eight enticing dining options to enjoy throughout your stay, you can savor unique flavors of the world without ever leaving the resort. From authentic Caribbean fare at The Pitons to sizzling Japanese teppanyaki dishes at Kimonos, Sandals Regency La Toc is sure to please any gourmand’s appetite.Sandals Resorts Golf Pro Competes in the PGA EuroPro Tour Sandals Emerald Bay’s very own golf pro, Kevin Mumford, is currently competing among some of the world’s best in the PGA EuroPro Tour, representing Sandals Resorts on courses across England, Scotland and Switzerland. If you have vacationed at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas, you might have seen Kevin taking swings on the Greg Norman-designed, 18-hole, par 72 Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club. Before joining the Sandals team in 2011, Kevin played golf professionally on development tours in the USA, Asia, Canada and Europe. He most recently finished 3rd in the 2023 Bermuda Open, tied 17th in the 2023 Jamaican Open and competed in the 2023 EuroPro Tour Qualifying Tournament where he successfully gained full playing privileges for this elite tour.Sandals Select: It's Not Too Late "Fore" A Good Time Join us for the Chairman’s Golf Invitational at the stunning Par 71, 18-hole Sandals Golf & Country Club Championship Course in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, from September 12-14, 2023. It’s easy to book, simply follow these 3 easy steps: $1,000 WeddingMoons® Credit Available Until March 31, 2014! We’re excited to announce that if you’re planning to wed at a Sandals Resort or Beaches Resort, and have not locked in your dates yet, you still have the opportunity to receive the $1,000 WeddingMoons® Credit promotion if you book your wedding by March 31, 2023.Discover the Flavors of Kelly's Dockside at Sandals Grande Riviera Sandals Resorts’ Culinary Ambassador and four-time Emmy® Award Winning, Chef Walter Staib, continues his epicurean journey through our luxury all-inclusive resorts at Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica while savoring a favorite offered at Kelly’s Dockside Seaside Bar & Grill. One of the many Discovery Dining options available at this hip and chic couples-only resort is Kelly’s Dockside Seaside Bar & Grill, a fun and casual restaurant serving up grilled steaks and fresh seafood right on the grand promenade pier with a side of the most stunning views in Ocho Rios.. Taking the Kids to Beaches Ocho Rios With a Sesame Street® Character Parade, adventure-filled waterpark and exciting excursions abound, Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club is earning its reputation as Jamaica’s ultimate destination for family fun. Recently, journalist Gina Guerra Burgos from Taking the Kids, a leading family travel website, brought her husband and four-year-old daughter along for a family vacation they will remember for years to come.Sandals Select: Explosive 4th of July Deals What better way to celebrate the 4th of July than with fireworks, BBQs, and amazing member-only offers? Enjoy our latest deals, exclusively for you, our valued Sandals Select guests:June Suite of the Month Royal Village Honeymoon One Bedroom Villa Suite The legendary Balmoral Club was once the vacation hot spot in the Caribbean for 1940’s high society, celebrities and even royalty including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. This illustrious club has been transformed through the decades and today is known as Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island. The resort remains an oasis of European grandeur that brings back the elegance of a bygone era and where guests are still treated like royalty. Tucked into the serene gardens of this resort, you’ll find The Royal Village where you can hear lovebirds in the morning and witness butterflies fluttering in vibrant tropical blooms. This royal garden setting, away from the hustleand bustle of the resort, is home to spacious Villa sanctuaries decorated in pale tones and dark mahogany furnishings with private patios or balconiesperfect for a honeymoon in paradise. As part of your royal treatment, you’ll also receive 24-hour room service, VIP Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benz airport transfers and exclusive dining at Gordon's on the Pier, where butler level guests can dine on steak and seafood under the stars. This suite is one of the highlights of our Love Nest Luxury Suites, designed specifically for love birds looking for seclusion and romance. Honeymoon at Sandals and Receive Free Nights for Your Anniversary Honeymooning at Sandals Resorts is a dream come true for couples who tied the knot. Newlyweds can experience some of the world's most romantic beachfront settings with Sandals Resorts luxury all-inclusive Caribbean vacations. With luxurious accommodations, the best land and watersports - from golf to scuba, and an array of top gourmet dining options, the Sandals Difference gives you more than any other resorts for this once-in-a-lifetime getaway. Sandals Resorts are completely dedicated to couples in love so it’s no wonder that we were voted Best Honeymoons by Brides Magazine in 2011. Perhaps the best thing about honeymooning at a Sandals Resorts is all of the extras that we offer to newlywed couples:A Sneak Peek of the NEW Sandals LaSource Grenada Thinking about booking a trip to our newest Sandals Resort in Grenada? Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa is set to open its doors this December and we think this sneak peek will tempt you with images of the over-the-top luxury that will definitely sway you to try our newest Caribbean island destination.The Henningsens Perform Private Concert on Lady Sandals Lady Sandals, Sandals Resorts’ ambassador at sea, recently hosted popular Miami country radio station WKIS-FM 99.9 KISS Country on Thursday, June 20, 2023 for a special private performance with country artists, The Henningsens. Led by the Henningsen family patriarch, Brian, along with his children Aaron and Clara, the Henningsens are best known for their single “American Beautiful,” and are currently on tour as the opening act for Brad Paisley’s Beat the Summer Tour.A Perfect Honeymoon Destination: Great Exuma, Bahamas Cast like tiny jewels across the sea, the 365 islands and cays of The Exumas, Bahamas possess a hypnotic allure unlike any place else on earth. Endless crystal turquoise water entices the senses and invites you to explore vibrant coral reefs beneath its surface in this island paradise. The unspoiled beauty, privacy and seclusion, and impressive luxury available here make this a perfect honeymoon destination. Sandals Foundation Supports Caribbean Community with New Initiatives The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, continues to spearhead its mission of bettering the Caribbean region through community, education and environmental outreach. Each year, the Foundation elects a number of projects to be taken under its arms and funded through donations and fundraising events by generous donors. Recently the foundation made a significant impact in the Caribbean by spreading cheer to local children with the supply of new playground equipment, recreational supplies and classroom computers as well as enhancing the local healthcare facilities for its residents.Discovery Dining: Savor The Flavor of Seaside Dining Fresh seafood is just one of those cuisines you can’t get enough of, and the Caribbean has always been the best place to eat it. At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts you can discover Seaside Dining and savor fresh seafood infused with local flavors while marveling at breathtaking vistas of the ocean…what a combination! Sandals Select Members: Get up to $750 in Instant Credit From now until August 15, 2023, Sandals Select Rewards members can earn double or triple bonus points by booking a stay at select resorts*. Choose among 14 Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts to earn triple points (a $750 value) or double points (a $500 value) for immediate redemption.Sandals Wedding Wows 2012 Sandals WeddingMoons® knows our millennial brides crave destination wedding information. Questions like “Which wedding cake flavor is most popular with our couples?” or “How many couples splurge on a honeymoon suite upgrade?” are just some of the examples we get from our brides all the time. That’s why we sat with our awesome weddings team experts and crafted our very own destination wedding infographic, Sandals Wedding Wows, based on our weddings activity in 2023!USA Today Spotlights Beachfront Luxury at Fowl Cay Resort There’s nothing more relaxing than a beach vacation. Laying out in the bright sun with your toes in the sand while listening to the waves crash ashore is the perfect remedy for almost any problem. While you can certainly find coasts, sun and sand all across the world, not all beach vacations are created equal. For that reason, USA Today compiled a list called “Beachfront luxury: 15 decadent hotels on the sand,” and named Fowl Cay Resort as one of the very best.Sandals Select: Swing Your Way to a Free Luxury Included® Vacation Join us on the fairway for the 7th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational at the beautiful Par 71, 18-hole Sandals Golf & Country Club Championship Course in Ocho Rios, to partake in one of our most exciting events of the year! Plus, refer a non-Sandals Select member and earn even more rewards, as Sandals Select members are eligible to receive 5,000 rewards points ($125 value)* for referring a non-Sandals Select member to book and participate in the tournament.Win a Trip to Paradise with your B.F.F & Paul Mitchell® The Paul Mitchell® professional hair care brand understands hair, beauty and women. And as a proud sponsor of our exclusive Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway, they also understand that best friends need a chance to reconnect and spend some quality time together. That’s why Beaches Resorts has partnered with Paul Mitchell® for an incredible sweepstakes to Win A Trip To Paradise With Your B.F.F.Listen & Win LIVE At Sandals Grande Antigua Want to get away with your sweetheart? Need some alone time? How about taking your loved one to The World’s Most Romantic Resort….Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa. Just tune-in to your favorite radio station for your chance to win a Luxury Included® Vacation to any Sandals Resort. On June 10th and 11th ten hit radio stations from across the U.S., including New York, Chicago, Miami, and Dallas just to name a few, will broadcast their popular radio shows LIVE from, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, the perfect place for a romantic getaway.Goodies For Your Wedding Guests A welcome gift bag is a great way to show appreciation to your guests for traveling to attend your destination wedding. Many will have traveled far and wide to join you on your special day and nothing will brighten up their eyes more than when they arrive to their rooms and find a welcome goodie bag from their favorite soon-to-be married couple! TripAdvisor® Honors Sandals, Beaches & Grand Pineapple When it comes to guest satisfaction the TripAdvisor® reviews speak for themselves, which is why Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts and Grand Pineapple Beach Antiqua couldn't be more proud to have been recently awarded Certificates of Excellence from TripAdvisor® for the second year in a row. The accolade is given only to establishments that consistently achieve exceptional traveler reviews on TripAdvisor®, the largest travel community in the world. This outstanding achievement reflects the resort company’s ongoing commitment to providing guests superior service and Luxury Included® amenities that lend to unforgettable Caribbean vacations.Sundown Villa Is Bigger and Better Than Ever Close your eyes and picture a vacation to Jamaica. Chances are you see yourself lounging seaside under the bright sun, free of any worry. What if that vision also included a private chef preparing fresh and authentic Jamaican fare every meal of your stay, unlimited access to the best watersports and your own pool for splashing the day away, along with the luxury to enjoy exclusive accommodations for just you and your closest friends and family? Welcome to a vacation at Sundown Villa, one of the three private homes that make up Your Jamaican Villas.Celebrate Father's Day with Stride Rite® and Beaches Resorts Beaches Resorts has partnered with Stride Rite®, the leader in premium children’s footwear, to celebrate dads this Father’s Day with a specialLuxury Included® Vacation giveaway. Enter now through June 16th for your chance to win a family vacation to the Caribbean in the Stride Rite® Embrace Your Family Giveaway. What better gift for dad this year?Show Your Sandals Select Swag Sweepstakes Winner Thanks for submitting the most awesome photos ever for the Sandals Select Show Your Swag Sweepstakes!May Suite of the Month-Rondoval Suites It's no wonder that Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa has been named the World's Most Romantic Resort and World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort offering the very best of the Eastern Caribbean with a pristine beach, settings where love is in the air, and accommodations that are both luxurious and sensuous beyond belief. Epitomizing luxury and romance, the exotic Rondoval Suite, our suite-in-the-round, is one of the highlights of our Love Nest Luxury Suites, designed specifically for love birds looking for seclusion and romance.Radio DJ ReTies The Knot In Paradise Whether celebrating your first year as husband and wife or celebrating a golden anniversary, there is nothing as romantic as saying “I do” all over again amid the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the Caribbean."Like" Fowl Cay Resort on Facebook! Fowl Cay Resort, our private island retreat, recently launched an all-new Facebook page so that fans of this secluded island in Exuma, Bahamas can stay connected worldwide. We look forward to sharing the latest resort news and exclusive offerings while connecting with past and future guests alike.Key West Luxury Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos Welcomes Its First Guests What’s better than a Luxury Included® Vacation to Beaches Turks & Caicos? Being the first to experience the all-new Key West Luxury Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos. Beaches Resorts welcomed its first guests during the opening of the fourth village at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa last Wednesday, May 22, 2023. With three new restaurants, additional swimming pools, and luxurious accommodations ranging from stylish suites to magnificent four bedroom beachfront villas, this new area of the resort is sure to WOW even the most spoiled vacationers.One Last Hurrah Before Your Wedding While planning your destination wedding you’ve probably covered just about every detail there is from your ceremony location down to the drinks served at your reception and everything in between. With so much focus on the big day, it can be nice to plan a little pre-wedding celebration with your friends and family prior to the wedding to help get everyone in the mood, ease the jitters and help kick-start the festivities. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts can help you plan that last hurrah so that everyone, including the bride and groom, can enjoy this special time together. Here are a few options to consider:The Sandals Foundation Takes On The "Caribbean Challenge" The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, continuously works hard to promote conservation of the Caribbean’s natural habitat. Adam Stewart, CEO of Sandals Resorts International and President of the Sandals Foundation, recently attended the Caribbean Summit of Political and Business Leaders in the British Virgin Islands to engage with fellow activists and discuss a plan on how to preserve their beautiful islands through marine and coastal conservation. Savour the World: Sandals Resorts Introduces Discovery Dining When choosing the perfect vacation, there are hundreds of things to consider. Location, attractions and accommodations are just a few of the key factors in planning your ideal getaway; however, with the growing interest in culinary exploration, food is perhaps the most important.Condé Nast Traveler Names Sandals in "35 Best Island Resorts For Food" In the recent Condé Nast Traveler article entitled “35 Best Island Resorts for Food,” readers revealed an appetite for what’s cookin’ at Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa! Participants of the magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Poll voted on all things hospitality and, when grading their favorite travel destinations, the scores in the “Food” category at Sandals Whitehouse were sizzling at 95.5 out of 100.Sandals Select: Spring Into Savings with Instant Credits From May 20, 2023 to August 15, 2023, Sandals Select Rewards members can earn double or triple bonus points by booking a stay at select resorts*. Choose among 14 Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts to earn triple points (a $750 value) or double points (a $500 value) for immediate redemption.Indulge in Wedding Spa Packages for Your Big Day On your wedding day nothing but perfection will do, so before your walk down the aisle be sure to book an appointment at our exclusive Red Lane® Spa. You’ll find a selection of services designed to transform you from head to toe so you look and feel your best for this special occasion. Let us help you create the look you’ve always dreamt of for your wedding day with hair and make-up styling by our professional staff. From a complete pre-wedding salon package to à la carte services, we’ll help you get picture perfect for your big day. Vacation like a VIP with our NEW Club Sandals Everyone wants to feel, live or vacation like a celebrity on occasion. The glamour, the pampering, and the VIP service; it’s an experience we all want to indulge in, especially during an exotic escape to the Caribbean. Starting June 1, Sandals Resorts is offering our concierge level guests a taste of this high-life with the introduction of Club Sandals, an exclusive new club that is redefining the concierge experience. From the moment you arrive to the moment you depart you will be treated like a VIP with every need being tended to and every worry taken care of. You will feel like a star by the end of your vacation.Fowl Cay Featured On Travel Channel's "Sins of Beaches" According to the Travel Channel’s “Sins of Beaches” television special, Fowl Cay Resort, located in the remote Out Islands of the Bahamas, is synonymous with the sin “Envy.” Coveted for its exclusive locale which can only be reached by private plane and boat; boundless adventure hidden among countless islands and exotic marine life; and mobile luxuries such as your own golf cart and boat for exploring; friends of Fowl Cay guests will be drooling when they find out about this hidden gem.Sandals Select Swag Sweepstakes Follow us on Twitter to find out when to tweet us a photo of you and your Sandals Select swag using our new Twitter hashtag and type, “I love #SandalsSelectRewards”- it’s that easy to be entered to win 5,000 Sandals Select Rewards bonus points! Sweepstakes ends May 23, 2023.Tune In & Win During Our LIVE Broadcasts at Sandals Emerald Bay Dreaming of your summer vacation but haven’t made any plans yet? No worries mon! All you have to do is listen to your favorite radio station for your chance to win a Luxury All-Inclusive Vacation to any Sandals Resort. Throughout the next two weeks some of the most popular radio shows from 20 stations across the U.S., including New York, Long Island, Miami, Atlanta, Chicago and St. Louis just to name a few, will broadcast live from Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas and make this romantic paradise their temporary home.Beringer® Gives You a Chance to Unwind at Sandals Resorts Is your workload getting out of control? Or the kids’ activity schedule on overdrive? Everyone needs to escape the day on occasion and take some time to relax and unwind. Maybe a glass of wine to kick back after a tough day will help or maybe a much-needed Luxury Included® Vacation is what you need to get away from it all. Why not both?Discovery Dining: Savour The Flavors Of Paris In Paradise Whether lounging poolside as your personal butler delivers your favorite cocktail or rejuvenating at the exclusive Red Lane® Spa, Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios, Jamaica offers a one-of-a-kind boutique experience that provides guests with an unparalleled level of service and luxury. Perched atop a 25-foot bluff and overlooking two private Caribbean coves, this all-butler exotic hideaway boasts old world charm coupled with traditional Jamaican hospitality.ABC News Gives Beaches Resorts Kids Camp Two Thumbs Up While family vacations serve as a great time to bond with the kids, sometimes parents need a moment to relax too. ABC News enlisted trusted travel review website TripAdvisor® to offer their recommendations on the best kids programs offered at some of the most popular resorts. After evaluating thousands of reviews from past guests, they named the Kids Camp at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa as one of the “Top 5 Kids’ Clubs That Family Travelers Love.” Sandals Select: Don't Miss Out on Your $750 Instant Credit Earn Triple PointsTwilight Hour Adds Magic to Your WeddingMoon® Sandals WeddingMoons® offers you the chance to set the mood for your destination wedding by choosing a magical time for your ceremony and reception, the Twilight Hour*. Plan the ceremony and reception of your dreams with the beauty of a Caribbean sunset as your backdrop. A little creative lighting can go a long way against the slowing dimming hues of the setting sun on the ocean making it the perfect moment. Your guests can sink their toes into the cooling sand and relax as your reception heats up! Discovery Dining: Savour the Flavors of Asia in Paradise At Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort there are two resort experiences in one. You can spend the day mountainside at your Riviera Villa surrounded by the lush landscape of Ocho Rios, Jamaica and relaxing in your private pool, or you can spend the day beachside lazing away on the white sands or partying away at the Ochi Beach Club. A foodie’s paradise, this Sandals Resort offers Discovery Dining with 15 delicious dining options to savour the flavors from around the globe including Asian, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine, all in a Caribbean paradise.Beaches Resorts Deemed Best Teen Program by USA Today While the Caribbean is renowned for providing unforgettable vacations for couples in love, it also provides endless opportunity to have fun in the sun with your entire family! USA Today recently featured Beaches Resorts in their summer travel guide to The Best Family Vacations under The Best Caribbean Beach Resorts and also lauded Beaches Resorts for featuring the Best Teen Program at all three of its resorts, located in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos.Sandals Select: Let the Good Times Roll Sandals Spring Reunion Week 2023 was full of excitement…and romance! The most romantic reunion week of the year allowed members to enjoy the luxury of Sandals Resorts, plus exclusive activities and events planned just for them! Check out some of the highlights from this year’s biggest loyalty event.April Suite of the Month-Portofino Penthouse Live “La Dolce Vita” while partaking in the sun and fun of the Caribbean at the Six Star Diamond Award-winning Italian Village located in the exquisite Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. Among one of the four villages at Beaches Turks & Caicos, the Italian Village brings the essence of the Italy to life, from the fountains and statues to the cuisine. It’s as if you were staying on the Italian Riviera, but with an endearing Caribbean vibe. Linger over marvelous food and conversation at Mario’s restaurant. Stroll along the piazza for some leisurely shopping. Lounge by the luxurious Italian inspired pool with magnificent statues and fountains just steps from the beach.The Sandals Foundation Celebrates Marine Awareness Month In an effort to promote marine awareness during the month of April, the Sandals Foundation reached out to over 2,000 local students and Sandals Resorts guests to share the importance of the preservation of marine life and expose some of the unique aquatic ecosystems in the Caribbean. Through visits to local schools across the islands of Antigua, the Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Turks & Caicos and Jamaica, as well as voluntourism experiences integrated into Sandals Resorts’ Reunion Week, the Sandals Foundation continues to spearhead its mission of bettering the region through community, education and environmental outreach.Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Café de Paris You’ve just had a delicious meal at one of our world-class restaurants and you’re in one of the most beautiful settings in the Caribbean; nothing could be better. Well, maybe just one thing. You could use a sweet treat to wrap a bow around your already stellar Discovery Dining experience. Where do you go for such a treat while at a Sandals Resort or Beaches Resort? The answer is by making your way to our own little piece of France, Café de Paris.USA Today Names Sandals Emerald Bay Best Fitness Vacation While you might escape to the Bahamas with the sole intention to laze your days away under a pool cabana with a tropical drink in hand, you might also want to keep up your fit lifestyle to maximize your vacation fun. At Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas, there are plenty of ways to stay active whether playing 18 at Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club, diving into the crystal blue waters of the Exumas, or even visiting the state-of-the-art fitness center.Fall into Fun at Beaches Resorts For many of us, the primal urge to travel peaks when summer rolls around. It is the season that most people directly associate with freedom and vacation. However, when traveling to Beaches Resorts, the fun does not have to end when summer does. Not only is traveling made easier during this time of year with cheaper flights and less crowds, but we also offer a variety of exclusive savings, events and activities for our guests, making fall one of the best times of the year to vacation at any of our three Luxury Included® resorts.Sandals Foundation Sees To A Healthy Community & Planet The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, continues to spearhead its mission of bettering the Caribbean through community, education and environmental outreach. And thanks to the various efforts just this past month, the Foundation is proud to report on a number of successful initiatives and events which have made an impact on the local community and environment. Here’s a look at some of the exciting examples of how the Sandals Foundation continues to make a difference: Perfect Honeymoon Destination: Saint Lucia Saint Lucia, voted one of the Top Islands in the Caribbean by Conde Nast Traveler, is an ideal destination for honeymooners. From the fiery passions of its ancient volcano, to the serene abundance of its national rainforest and the blissful charm of Marigot Bay, Saint Lucia casts a spell of romance at every turn. It is a place so filled with natural splendor that everywhere you look your eyes fall upon yet another glorious sight.Plan Your Perfect Family Reunion at Beaches Resorts Just imagine you taking in the warm, Caribbean sun while having a picnic on the sand with your closest family members. Sound too good to be true? – To most that may seem like just a dream but by following some of these simple tips, a Beaches Resorts Family Reunion may be closer to reality than you think.Discover A World Of Cuisine At Beaches Turks & Caicos Whether splashing the day away at Pirate's Island Waterpark or snorkeling in the crystal blue waters of Grace Bay, there are plenty of ways to work up an appetite at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. When vacationing with your family, it can be difficult to find dining options that will please both kids and adults alike. Beaches Turks & Caicos’ Discovery Dining program takes you on a culinary journey around the globe where everyone can find something they love.Sandals Resorts Chairman & CEO Appear LIVE on FOX & FRIENDS Sandals Resorts Chairman, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, and CEO, Adam Stewart, stopped by Fox & Friends in New York for a live interview with host, Brian Kilmeade, and talked about what makes Sandals Resorts so successful. Share Your Love Story Every couple has their own unique love story to share with the world, which is why Sandals Resorts has partnered with Amoro, the most romantic jeweler, to provide all of you lovebirds with a special way to tell your story and preserve memories for a lifetime. Top 5 Ways Military Families Can Save at Beaches Resorts Between coordinating schedules and picking the perfect destination, planning a family vacation can be a challenge, particularly for short-handed military families. Perhaps the most difficult task is finding a vacation that gives you everything you and your family want at a great price. At any of our three Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos, you will be able to vacation in some of the most spectacular resorts in the Caribbean while keeping extra change in your pocket by taking advantage of these Top 5 offerings:Win A B.F.F. Girls Getaway with Natural Health Spending a weekend in the Caribbean bonding with your best friend is something all girlfriends would all love to do, which is why Beaches Resorts has partnered with everyone’s favorite healthy-lifestyle magazine, Natural Health, for a “B.F.F. Girls Getaway Sweepstakes.” You can win a 5-day, 4-night Luxury Included® vacation to Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa for the popular Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway which takes place every year in paradise! The winner will enjoy a weekend with their best girlfriend receiving a welcome goody bag filled with special treats, and participating in exclusive B.F.F. activities such as a Private Catamaran Cruise, a Beach Bonfire PJ Party, a Jewelry & Wine Soiree and so much more!About.com Readers Name Sandals Grande Riviera Caribbean's Best Sandals Resorts is proving once again to be a fan favorite! About.com recently awarded Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort “2023 Favorite Caribbean All-Inclusive Resort” in their Readers’ Choice Awards. Over 13,000 readers voted this “pioneer in upscale all-inclusive travel” their favorite and we can’t thank you enough. Other categories in the Caribbean Travel awards included best beaches, attractions, bars and even rum.Pin to Win a Mystery Prize Contest Now through April 15, 2023, Sandals Resorts invites future brides and grooms to participate in the exciting new Pin to Win a Mystery Prize contest.March Suite of the Month at Sandals Whitehouse Resort Experience the bliss of being spoiled with refined personal service in an unspoiled paradise, at Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa, Jamaica’s premier all-beachfront resort. It’s here that you’ll discover the perfect destination for your honeymoon in a secluded hideaway within a magnificent 500-acre wilderness preserve, hugging a two-mile stretch of idyllic coastline. Sandals Whitehouse encompasses the enticing beauty and feel of a European getaway with the allure and hospitality of Jamaica, featuring three authentic European Villages— where you can experience French sophistication, Italian passion, and Dutch charm all in one breathtaking resort. Talk about the ideal combination for your honeymoon!Sandals Honored with 22 Star Diamond Awards Sandals Resort International, has done it again! While in New York City last week, Chairman and Founder, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, and CEO, Adam Stewart, received a rewarding surprise of their own from The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, when they were presented with a total of 22 Star Diamond Awards for the resort company’s continued excellence on a global level.Book Your Escape to Sandals LaSource Grenada Today Sandals Resorts is getting spicier this December with the opening of Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, the fourteenth Sandals Resort in the Caribbean. Making its home on the exotic Spice Island, the resort will offer the highest level of luxury with an unprecedented look and feel. Offering elaborate accommodations, nine global gourmet dining options and a state-of-the-art Wellness Center, you will have a hard time deciding which you love discovering more, the new alluring destination of Grenada or Sandals’ latest lap of luxury.Free Anniversary Nights on Us Getting married is a very special moment in one’s life. As you and your significant other enter a new chapter of life together in complete bliss, the honeymoon that follows may be the best part of it all. If you wisely choose to spend your vacation in paradise at one of our Luxury Included® Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts, you won’t want it to end. With exotic beaches, unlimited dining options and renowned service, a stay in paradise is the ultimate way to begin the rest of your lives together.Escape to Sandals Emerald Bay for Romantic Travel Therapy It has been proven that couples who travel together are more satisfied in all aspects of their relationship. At Sandals Resorts, love is all you need and each island destination is designed to provide the most romantic vacation imaginable in the beautiful Caribbean sunshine. From intimate candlelight dinners on the beach to private couples massages at the signature Red Lane® Spa, the Luxury Included® Vacation only found at Sandals Resorts is an ideal escape for couples longing to refresh and focus solely on relaxation and romance.Eight Sandals Resorts Receive EarthCheck Platinum Certification While having fun in the sun at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, you may not realize you are helping save the environment too! This year, Sandals Resorts received its eighth Platinum Certified award from EarthCheck’s international Certification and Benchmarking program, more than any other hotel group in the world. Taking steps to reduce energy and water consumption, improve solid waste and wastewater disposal, prevent air pollution, protect marine life and foster strong bonds with local communities, on-property environmental managers work hard daily to keep every resort eco-friendly.Newlyweds Can Give Back at Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have unique way for couples to celebrate their weddings, honeymoons or WeddingMoons® while at the same time giving back to the Caribbean community. Recently the Boothbay Register Newspaper featured, a story about one of our of Sandals newlyweds, Valerie (Augustine) and Tabor Young of Boothbay Harbor who married at Sandals Grande Riviera and were a true inspiration to everyone. In lieu of gifts for their wedding, they requested that all their guests donate items they could bring down to the island to give to the community. Here is what the lovely couple had to say about their touching request: S.P.F. Months are Back this Fall at Beaches Resorts As a single parent, it can be a real challenge to get away with the kids. In between work and taking care of the kids, we know that it’s hard to find an affordable vacation that the kids will love and will get you the relaxation you deserve. That’s why Beaches Resorts has brought back the popular S.P.F. (Single Parent Fun) Months!"Like" Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts on Facebook! With the launch of the all-new Grand Pineapple Resorts Facebook page, it’s now easier than ever to stay up-to-date on the latest news and happenings from Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts. A part of the Sandals Resorts family, Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts offer an authentic Caribbean vacation experience for everyone in Negril, Jamaica and Antigua, including accommodations, all meals and snacks, unlimited beverages, non-motorized watersports, entertainment and more. These two all-inclusive resorts provide a great, affordable vacation on the some of the Caribbean’s best beaches.A Taste of Paradise This Week on Wheel of Fortune Sandals Resorts and America’s #1 Game Show, Wheel of Fortune are bringing the best Caribbean beaches to your living room with Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Week, all this week, March 11-15, 2023.TripAdvisor Ranks Two Beaches Resorts in Travelers' Choice 2013 Awards After evaluating millions of valuable reviews and opinions from travelers around the globe, TripAdvisor® has named two Beaches Resorts in the list of “Top 25 Hotels for Families – World”. Both Beaches Negril Resort & Spa (#10) and Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa (#14) earned placement on this elite list. These two premier resorts also earned the leading spots, #1 for Beaches Negril and #2 for Beaches Turks & Caicos, in TripAdvisor®'s list of “Top 10 Hotels for Families – Caribbean”.Beaches Turks & Caicos Debuts Key West Luxury Village on May 22nd Beaches Resorts will welcome guests to a new vacation experience on May 22nd with the debut of the all new Key West Luxury Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. What better way to celebrate Beaches Resorts’ Sweet 16 Anniversary than with a Luxury Included® vacation to Beaches Turks & Caicos to experience our latest addition first-hand.Dr. Anna Marie Finds Fun for the WHOLE Family at Beaches Turks and Caicos When planning a family vacation, you want to go somewhere every member of the family can enjoy. Recently, RLTV’s Your Life Redefined host Dr. Anna Marie, visited Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa to see firsthand how families are enjoying multi-generational family vacations together.Enjoy a Complimentary Couples Massage at Sandals Montego Bay If you and your sweetheart are looking to break away from your everyday routine and escape to a world that offers serenity, romance, entertainment and fun; traveling to the luxury all-inclusive Sandals Montego Bay will ensure you the perfect getaway. This resort is the first and “original” Sandals and a favorite for many of our guests for its long stretch of white-sand beach, lively atmosphere and authentic Caribbean experience.February's Suite of the Month-Romeo & Juliet Suite Love is in the air during the month of February and what better way to show the love than by highlighting the Romeo & Juliet Honeymoon Sanctuary One Bedroom Butler Suite with Private Pool at Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort as the perfect accommodation for your honeymoon!Melt Away with IHOP & Getaway to Grand Pineapple Stressed out from shoveling snow all winter? Tired from day after long day of sitting in the office? Why not trade your boots for sandals and that office chair for a lounge chair!Relax at Sandals Emerald Bay with a Free Couples Massage The new year is well under way and the general everyday stress is starting to pile on. You need a way to unwind and take some time for you and your loved one to spend quality time together. And what better way to de-stress than spending a few days on a Luxury Included® Vacation at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. Nestled along a one-mile stretch of unspoiled beach on Great Exuma, Sandals Emerald Bay will allow you to enjoy romance and relaxation with spectacular accommodations, fantastic fine dining and golf on a Greg Norman-designed course.The More, The Merrier With Your 6th Room FREE Vacations are always best spent with the ones you love which is why Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are giving you the sixth room free for group travel. Spas at Sandals Resorts Rank Amongst Caribbean's Best While merely escaping to Sandals Resorts is enough to chase worries away, many guests choose to indulge even further at the Red Lane Spa® through experiences like a romantic couple’s massage, luxurious facial, or even an exotic Caribbean Sea mud wrap. These top-of-the-line treatments, along with the spectacular facilities and inviting staff, earned three Sandals Resorts high honors in the Top 270 Spas: 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Spa Poll.Sandals Celebrates Romance With Steve Harvey & Rachael Ray Sandals Resorts celebrated Valentine’s Day with exciting giveaways on two of the most popular, award-winning daytime talk shows on television—Steve Harvey and Rachael Ray!NEW: All-Butler Riviera Villas at Sandals Grande Riviera It’s that special time of year again when love is all around. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we have a special treat for you. On February 15th, 2023, we will introduce All-Butler Riviera Villas at Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Now you and your sweetheart can indulge in the perfect romantic escape with a private villa setting and your own personal butler.Introducing the NEW $1000 WeddingMoons® Credit Offer Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are giving you a $500 Wedding Credit, plus a $500 Bonus Credit to use towards your dream WeddingMoon®! Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are allowing couples to indulge even more when designing the perfect WeddingMoons®.Top Five Aphrodisiacs to Share with Your Valentine If you will be with us at Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts on Valentine’s Day, then you have nothing to worry about, as delectable, gourmet cuisine is at your fingertips throughout the day and night. But for those who want an intimate, romantic evening at home, creating and sharing a home-cooked meal, Sandals style, is the next best thing! This Valentine's Day, add some aphrodisiacs to your menu and let the sparks fly:Your Wedding. Your Style. Wedding Ceremony Structures It’s all about location, location, location! Why would your wedding ceremony location be any different? Now that you’ve chosen Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts as your destination wedding backdrop, and probably have a particular resort in mind, its time to get down to the details.Romance is ON the air with Wheel of Fortune Experts in romance, Sandals Resorts and America’s #1 Game Show, Wheel of Fortune are a match made in paradise. Tune in February 11-15, as we celebrate the romance of Valentine’s Day all week long with Wheel of Fortune’s Sandals Resorts Romance Week.Sandals Resorts Honored by U.S. News & World Report Sandals Resorts has been recognized again for being among the best hotels in the world. Every year, U.S. News & World Report selects the top places to stay in the United States and the Caribbean. This year, every Sandals Resort is featured on their lists, while four of these Luxury Included® resorts earned a prestigious Silver Badge Award.Top 5 "Must Do's" at Sandals Grande Riviera Chic, sophisticated and luxurious describes Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort, a resort surrounded by Jamaica’s pure and natural beauty. This resort was designed to offer you luxury and paradise at its best with its tranquil mountaintop views, delicate white-sand beaches and a sexy beach club. Spending your vacation here will ensure you have the experience of a lifetime. It includes a luxury all-inclusive experience which means there are many amenities you will want to take advantage of during your vacation. Although we encourage you to spend your time participating in things that most interest you, we have put together a list of the Top 5 “Must Do’s” you must experience on your next visit to this resort.Soon Come Back Drink Recipe Soon Come Back is the signature drink of choice for many returning guests. Try it at home or on your next visit to Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts.Beaches Ocho Rios Hosts 20 Stations Across the U.S. Your favorite hit radio stations have made their way down to the all-new Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club in Jamaica where they will broadcast LIVE on January 28-February 1, 2023.January?s Suite of the Month ? Prime Minister Suite at Sandals Emerald Bay After your New Year’s engagement, its time to get the honeymoon planning started! Sandals Resorts is here to help you narrow down your choice in destination and resort. If escaping to an island surrounded by indescribable natural beauty, where the ocean shimmers with different shades of turquoise each hour of the day, all within the privileged seclusion for you and your loved one to enjoy appeals to you, then Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, Bahamas is the perfect choice for your honeymoon.Sandals Next Destination Makes Nat Geo Traveler?s Best Trips 2013 For more than 30 years, Sandals Resorts has made a name for itself among beach lovers for its exotic and tropical locations. As a Caribbean-based hotel company, we are always proud and excited to show our guests the real Caribbean, and so we knew our next foray to a new destination would have to be just as captivating, if not more. This is why we are honored to call the Caribbean island of Grenada our next home. Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa will be no exception to the Sandals standard of gorgeous white-sand beaches and warm Caribbean hospitality.Dare to Have a Dream The new year has always been a time for looking back, and more importantly, looking forward to the coming year. It’s a time to reflect on the changes we want (or need) to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. Here’s our Top 10 list of recommendations for how to achieve your 2023 New Year’s resolutions…Sandals style:Top 5 Things You Can Learn About Yourself at B.F.F. Traveling with your best girlfriends is always a great time. You get to catch up and reminisce about old times, disconnect from your home life and really just worry about enjoying yourself. Traveling in the beautiful Caribbean to the luxury all-inclusive Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa with your girls is even better! Why is this, you may ask. Every year we host women from around the country for our bi-annual Beaches Friends Forever Girls Getaway and every year we have women who leave feeling empowered and excited. Not only will you have the opportunity to bond with your BFF’s and enjoy a weekend full of fun, but you will also get a chance to spend time reconnecting and learning things about yourself you may not have known. What better way to combine the two?Taking the Kids to Fowl Cay Resort featured on FoxNews.com Leading national travel expert and syndicated columnist, Eileen Ogintz, has made a 20-year career of touring vacation destinations around the world and providing a travel resource for how to get the most fun and memories out of your family vacations at TakingtheKids.com. Her latest stop landed her at Fowl Cay Resort, or “…the most unique Caribbean all-inclusive resort that I've ever seen” as Eileen put it, a 50-acre retreat in the secluded chain of the Exumas, Bahamas. A travel writer by occupation, Ogintz had no idea this undisturbed tropical paradise would deliver so many firsts for her and her family.Katie Couric Show Features Sandals Grande Riviera Sandals Resorts was excited to be featured on the popular daytime talk show, Katie, as part of their “Katie Hot Husband Twitter Contest.” This syndicated daytime talk show is hosted by TV personality, Katie Couric, and has premiered with tremendous ratings this past fall.A Perfect Honeymoon Destination: Jamaica There is a magic to Jamaica that is as soul-stirring as a sunset. Wherever you go in this enchanted paradise, you will find natural beauty so stunning, it will take your breath away. Jamaica is home to a magnificent landscape of rolling mountains lined by endless white-sand beaches, covered by lush foliage and crisscrossed by streaming rivers and cascading waterfalls. The beaches in Jamaica are truly spectacular, from secluded private coves to Negril's world-renowned seven-mile stretch of powdery white sand, all looking out onto the ultra-clear, turquoise waters of the Caribbean. There is only one resort company in Jamaica that can give you everything that Jamaica has to offer plus more, and that is Sandals Resorts.Sandals Resorts Featured In Redbook Magazine Sandals Resorts was featured in the January 2023 issue of popular women’s magazine, Redbook, as part of their exclusive Wedding Dress Challenge. Readers are encouraged to get fit, healthy and kick those bad eating habits in an effort to get back into their wedding dress size! When readers enter the challenge they will instantly be entered to win a 5-night Sandals Resorts Luxury Included® Vacation to Jamaica…what better place than the Caribbean to show off that new beach body? Redbook is helping readers get back into shape with weekly tips from their trainer, nutrition checklists, and plenty of motivation and support!Rio Chico Villa named ?Unforgettable? by Huffington Post When it comes to villa vacations, “luxury, exclusivity and location” are standard, but it takes a special place like Rio Chico to deliver unprecedented hospitality, historic culture and stunning views. Hidden on the north coast of Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Huffington Post travel writer, Irene Levine, discovered the charm of Rio Chico’s 14-acre private tropical paradise, naming this breathtaking estate a top-rated destination for “unforgettable villa vacations.” Read about Irene’s experience at Rio Chico below: Celebrate New Beginnings in the New Year While 2023 flew by in the blink of an eye, you managed to find a precious day to have a quick wedding ceremony but lacked time to escape on the dream honeymoon you both deserve. Now that 2023 is beginning, it’s time to stick to fulfilling those New Years’ resolutions and take that romantic honeymoon vacation you always wanted. What better place to go than Sandals Resorts?Free Golf Offers at Sandals Emerald Bay Extended Sandals Resorts is thrilled to once again be extending its two complimentary golf offers at the exquisite, ocean-side Sandals Emerald Bay. Now when you book a minimum of three nights through January 31, 2023, you’ll receive two free rounds of golf, and if you’re staying in any of the Butler Suite categories for a minimum of four nights, you’ll receive unlimited free golf for travel through December 31, 2023.Sandals Whitehouse Placed on Condé Nast Traveler?s Gold List Every year, Condé Nast Traveler surveys its nearly 47,000 discerning readers to compile a list of resorts, hotels and cruise lines that are truly the best in class. Sandals Resorts is proud to have Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa featured on the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Gold List for the third year in a row.Bring a Friend Along to the 7th Annual Chairman?s Golf Invitational Besides taking your shot at swinging your way to a FREE Sandals Resorts vacation, next year’s Chairman’s Golf Invitational will utilize the entertaining Pinehurst Golf System, also known as the Chapman System, a 2-person team competition format. On each hole, the player and his or her partner drive from the teeing ground. On the second stroke, player A will play players B’s ball while player B will play player A’s ball. Prior to the third stroke, the partners must make a choice as to which ball they will play. There will be only one ball played by each team after the second stroke. Penalty strokes do not affect order of play. The team handicap is the addition of 50% of the lower handicap of the partners or 20% of the higher handicap of the partners. Both players post the same tournament score.Sandals Foundation Spreads Holiday Cheer across the Caribbean While people everywhere were busy shopping and wrapping presents for loved ones, the Sandals Foundation was working hard to organize their annual holiday toy drive. Their efforts paid off and the Sandals Foundation is pleased to announce another successful event! Thanks to the goodwill of generous donors and valuable partner Hasbro, Inc., thousands of children all across the Caribbean received special gifts with nothing but smiles on their faces.Fulfill Your New Year?s Resolution While on Vacation It’s that time of year when we all begin to reflect on the past year and evaluate all the goals that were accomplished and maybe even those that weren’t. With a new year quickly approaching, we have some great solutions for many of your upcoming resolutions. Whether you’re setting new and fresh goals, or planning to achieve old ones, at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts we can help you fulfill your aspirations in the sun.Beaches Ocho Rios Featured On Katie Couric's Daytime Talk Show Beaches Resorts was proud to partner with popular daytime talk show, Katie, to bring some holiday cheer to a deserving military family on Christmas Eve. As part of Katie’s “Christmas Eve Spectacular” holiday special on December 24, the show featured a tear-filled reunion of a deployed marine and his family for the holidays.Sandals Grande St. Lucian - Surround Yourself in Luxury Looking for a unique and exotic honeymoon destination? Look no further than Saint Lucia. Boasting a drive-through volcano, as well as its own National Rain Forest Reserve with over 19,000 color-splashed acres of natural wonders, Saint Lucia's exotic beauty truly captures the luxuriant allure of the Caribbean. From the distinctive twin peaks of Les Pitons to the translucent turquoise sea that frames it all, Saint Lucia dazzles the eye as it seduces the body and spirit. Experience a honeymoon full of natural splendor and romantic vistas when you travel to a Sandals Resort in Saint Lucia. The uniqueness doesn’t stop here, Sandals provides this very experience at Sandals Grande St. Lucian by offering the most exceptional accommodations to honeymooners with The Rondoval Suits. How to make a Sandals Resorts Holiday Punch 'Tis the season to bring out the holiday cheer and at Sandals Resorts we are doing just that! We consider the holiday season the most festive time of year where friends and families come together to enjoy endless celebrations, gatherings, and feasts. What makes this time of year most special are the traditions that we share. Some are shared around the world, while others vary by the culture.Beaches Resorts featured on ABC?s Extreme Makeover ? Home Edition Beaches Resorts was proud to be showcased on ABC’s highly-rated and Emmy Award-winning reality show, Extreme Makeover – Home Edition on Monday, December 17, 2023. The popular show features a project involving a team of designers, contractors and several hundred workers, who have just seven days to rebuild an entire house for one very deserving family.Sandals Resorts & Rachael Ray Show Spread Holiday Cheer To celebrate the Holiday spirit of giving and spread some cheer, Sandals Resorts teamed up with the Rachael Ray Show to help change the lives of recent Hurricane Sandy victims. The “Recipe for Recovery” episode that aired on Monday, December 17 was dedicated to giving back to those who were affected by this storm.Romantic Gifts of Sandals Select Rewards It’s that time of the year when getting presents and preferential treatment is most exciting. This holiday season, learn what exclusive (and romantic) gifts Sandals Select Rewards guests get just for making Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts their home away from home:Discover the Caribbean Night Life at Sandals Resorts When planning a Caribbean vacation to one of the luxury all-inclusive Sandals Resorts most people envision relaxation. Exotic beaches, refreshing tropical cocktails, and warm summer breezes are what you expect most of your days to consist of. Many are looking for peace and quiet, and at Sandals you will most definitely be able to enjoy this. Sandals Resorts International Named World's Leading All-Inclusive Company Sandals Resorts International was recently named the World’s Leading All-Inclusive Company at the 19th annual World Travel Awards 2023 Grand Final Gala Ceremony, held on December 12, 2023 at The Oberoi Gurgaon in New Delhi, India. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts received top merits in the following categories:Sandals Resorts 12 Days To Engaged In celebration the most popular wedding date of the year, 12/12/12; Sandals Resorts is launching the @SandalsResorts 12 Days to Engaged, a Twitter contest counting down to the most popular time of the year to pop the question.The Sandals Foundation Spreads Goodwill throughout the Caribbean The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, participates in a variety of projects throughout the Caribbean every year. Whether supporting community, education or environment initiatives in Jamaica, The Bahamas, Antigua, Saint Lucia and Turks and Caicos, the Sandals Foundation takes every project enthusiastically under its arm, garnering financial support through donations and fundraising events. Here’s what the Sandals Foundation has been up to recently:Last Day to Enjoy Exclusive Spring Savings! Book a stay for Spring of 2023 at any of the following Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts and get a chance to earn 10,000 bonus points (an instant credit of $250)*Sandals Resorts Named Among Jamaica's Sexiest Hotels for Honeymooners by Brides.com Brides.com, the online channel of the nation’s top bridal magazine, Brides Magazine, has recognized both Sandals Royal Plantation and Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa as Sexiest Hotels for Honeymooners in Jamaica. Here’s what Jacqueline Gifford from Brides Magazine had to say about these two sultry properties for honeymooners:Sandals and Beaches Scuba Offers for 2013 With 2023 fast approaching, it’s time to start planning vacations for the New Year. Most of us will take traditional vacations, but if you’re in the mood for something a little more out-of-the-ordinary, then a luxury all-inclusive dive vacation in the Caribbean may be exactly what you’re looking for.CEO, Adam Stewart, Named in ?50 Under 50? Awards CEO of Sandals Resorts International, Adam Stewart, understands what entrepreneurship and hospitality are all about in one swooping endeavor known as Sandals Resorts International. Recently honored with the “50 Under 50” award by Jamaica’s local newspaper, The Gleaner, and the Private Sector Organization of Jamaica, Adam Stewart shines as a standout entrepreneur, recognized for his leadership in the tourism sector, one of the country's main foreign exchange earners.Banish Winter Blues at Fowl Cay Resort As temperatures drop, people everywhere are itching for a sunny escape to the Caribbean. This past Sunday, New York Post recognized Fowl Cay Resort as an ideal place to beat the winter blues in the ultra-remote chain of Bahamian out islands known as the Exumas. When a hotel room just won’t cut it, the private island gem known as Fowl Cay provides an intimate and luxurious experience with six exclusive villas perfect for families of all ages to enjoy.Best Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Recipes for the Holidays ‘Tis the season to make use of your Appleton rum you purchased at Sandals Resorts and brought back home with you. So, enjoy these Sandals-inspired drink recipes on us:The Daily Meal Lists All-Inclusive Resorts with the Best Food We know that not all-inclusive resorts are created equal, especially when it comes to dining, and that’s why we created The Sandals Difference. No other resorts in the world give your more quality inclusions including more authentic cuisines, more flavors, more international chefs and more choices in restaurants. At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, it’s not just buffet fare. Our motto is to exceed our guests' expectations and so we have created Luxury-Included dining so that you can savor the best and experience excellence during your vacation.Sandals Resorts Chooses Ultimate Team Member of the Year Sandals Resorts would be nothing without its dedicated staff that ensures every guest has a memorable experience. Driven by a commitment to always exceed customer expectations inspired by Chairman Gordon “Butch” Stewart, employees go above and beyond daily. On Thursday, November 16, 2023, Sandals Resorts International placed their exceptional employees in the limelight at an elegant ceremony held at Sandals Whitehouse European Village and Spa to name the Ultimate Team Member of the Year."LET?S PLAY" with the Sandals Foundation in Jamaica Joining a global campaign aimed at educating children on the importance of a healthy lifestyle through play and recreation, The Sandals Foundation teamed up with The Coca-Cola Company and key partners within Jamaica earlier this month to launch the “Let’s Play”physical education program. The program will now promote physical fitness and awareness to more than 5,000 students across the island. Exclusive Sandals Select Spring Offer Spring to it and chase away those winter blues with a special offer from Sandals Select! Book a stay for Spring of 2023 at any of the Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts listed below and get a chance to earn 10,000 bonus points (an instant credit of $250)*. We’ve got this exclusive Sandals Select Rewards offer to help you look forward to an amazing vacation under the warm, Caribbean sun.Sandals and Beaches Resorts in Bridal Guide?s Winners? Circle Bridal Guide, one of the top bridal magazines in the nation, has chosen 3 resorts from our Sandals and Beaches Resorts brand to make their 2023 Winner’s Circle of favorite all-inclusive resorts for Honeymooners to choose from: Perfect Time for a Family Getaway Thanksgiving is nearly here and it’s time for delicious food and quality time with friends and family. Now most of us have deeply rooted traditions like visiting Grandma’s house, having the whole family over for a big Thanksgiving dinner or just spending it with close friends; but sometimes, we all need a little break from the ordinary. So this year, when you’re sitting around the dinner table, why not plan a Thanksgiving Family getaway to one of the many beautiful resorts and villas we have to offer in the Caribbean.Join The Sandals Foundation in Spreading Holiday Cheer In many parts of the sunny Caribbean, not every child experiences the joy and anticipation of finding holiday presents under their Christmas tree. That’s why The Sandals Foundation has teamed up with Hasbro Inc. to organize its annual holiday Toy Drive, providing underprivileged children gifts and spreading holiday cheer throughout poorer areas. Last year, the drive provided thousands of underserved boys and girls an unforgettable holiday season. This year’s campaign, called “T.W.ELVES in 2023” (Truly Wonderful Elves), hopes to earn the same great result. Honeymoon Activities for Outdoor Lovebirds Guest Blogger: Sunny of Love Is All You Need BlogAdd Caribbean Flair to your Thanksgiving Menu If there is one way to bring people together, it's with food; which is why Thanksgiving is a favorite for many. There is a mixture of love, laughter, appreciation and most importantly a blend of new and traditional dishes. Most families celebrate with menu items such as a turkey, ham, and mac and cheese, but why not spice things up this year with some island flavor?Beaches Turks & Caicos Voted Fodor's Top ?100 Hotel? The leading name in travel guides for 76 years, Fodor’s Travel, has just announced the winners of its second annual Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awards. Chosen by the experts at Fodor’s Travel, this list features an elite selection of 100 hotels across nine categories which represent the year’s global hospitality trends and standards.Coming Soon: Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa Sandals Resorts has plans to make a new home in the sand on the island of Grenada, per the resort company’s recent announcement last Thursday, November 9, 2023. Located on the exclusive Pink Gin Beach surrounded by the azure waters of the Caribbean, the former LaSource Resort will soon become the fourteenth Sandals destination. Joining the Luxury All-Inclusive Resort collection, the newly introduced Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa will offer a variety of 200 guestrooms, private cottages and bungalows, many of which will be concierge- and butler-level suites, including the brand’s signature Rondoval suites.New Design for the Sandals & Beaches Resorts Visa Signature® Credit Card Introducing Duty-Free Savings Online with Amoro for Sandals Sandals Resorts, the world's most romantic resorts, is happy to announce that we have partnered with Amoro, the world's most romantic jeweler, to bring you fantastic, celebratory jewelry with Caribbean duty-free savings.Get the Inside Scoop on Sandals Emerald Bay Jeremy Mutton, General Manager of Sandals Emerald Bay, loves fresh coconuts, walking his two dogs, and enjoys personally welcoming guests to the Exumas by greeting them at airport. His team members, people who go the extra mile to make guests feel special and keep them intrigued, inspire him to do such things. According to Mutton, there are many exciting experiences to be had amid the Exuma cays. Besides receiving superb butler service and tasting the flavors of the resort’s newest restaurant, no guest, he says, can leave the island without swimming with the pigs (yes, pigs), or standing on the Tropic of Cancer line that runs through the island. Find out the many reasons why Mutton and his Sandals Emerald Bay team are ‘simply the best.’Sandals Emerald Bay Ranked Best Beaches by The Knot It’s that time again Brides and Grooms; The Knot magazine’s Winter 2023 issue has come out with their Annual Guide to the 50 Best Honeymoon Spot and guess who is ranked as one of the 10 Best Beaches - Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas!Hit Radio Stations Broadcast LIVE from Sandals Grande Antigua This week, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa is playing host to popular radio stations from across the U.S. for a LIVE multi-station radio broadcast on October 29-30, 2023.Duppy Tales of the Caribbean Telling ghost stories on Halloween can be spooky yet intriguing. Throughout the Caribbean, ghosts, or duppies, as islanders call them, are believed to have haunted plantations, graveyards, and popular hangouts of yesteryear. Some people believe the duppies still haunt many places today. With its colorful and turbulent history, it’s no surprise that tales of the supernatural abound throughout the Caribbean. Here are just a few of the well-known duppy tales of the islands:The Wonders of an Underwater Adventure Earlier this month, shipwreck dive enthusiasts celebrated the 30-year anniversary of the discovery of King Henry VIII’s favorite ship, Mary Rose. Built between 1509 and 1511, she was one of the first ships able to fire a broadside, and was a favorite vessel of the infamous king. After a long and successful career, the Mary Rose sank accidentally during an engagement with the French fleet in 1545. In 1982, her rediscovery and raising were seminal events in the history of nautical archaeology.Sandals Select Rewards Receives Top Honors in 2012 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards Travel Weekly recently announced the winners of the 2023 Magellan Awards. With entries from across the United States and around the world, the Magellan Award winners represent the very best in the travel industry and Gold and Silver awards are given to organizations that uphold the very highest standards of excellence.Beaches Turks & Caicos Expands Kimonos Restaurant Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is proud to announce that its popular Teppanyaki-style eatery, Kimonos, has been expanded to allow additional seating for over 93 guests in the dining room. This Zen-inspired sanctuary offers a truly exciting table-side dining experience for guests. The outdoor Soy Sushi Bar was also expanded to accommodate more seating for guests to enjoy freshly prepared sushi.Your Wedding. Your Style ? Signature Touches It is always the small details that can bring any wedding to life. From the twinkle of lights hanging from the treetops to brighten up the reception area or the delicate seashells that adorn your ceremony pathway, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts provides you with an array of signature touches to enhance your wedding day. Spice Things Up With Vacation Extras Visiting the Caribbean is a treat in itself. Vacationing at a Luxury Included® Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts is even better. You can experience some of the most breath taking beach front settings, unparalleled dining options, stylish suites, and supreme perfection all at your disposal! Although you may be looking to relax on the beach with a refreshing tropical cocktail, there are options available to further enhance your vacation experience. Whether you’re looking for more adventure, romance or relaxation we have vacation extras to spice things up.Sandals Foundation Continues To Make A Difference The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International, continues to spearhead a variety of programs to better the Caribbean. Whether focusing on education, the environment or the community, the Sandals Foundation’s initiatives always aim to alleviate challenges in the region. Additionally, the Sandals Foundation identifies a number of projects each year in Jamaica, The Bahamas, Antigua, Saint Lucia and Turks and Caicos to be taken under its arms and funded through donations and fundraising events. Here’s what the Sandals Foundation has been up to recently: Get the Inside Scoop on Sandals Grande Riviera Arguably Sandals Resorts’ most personable (and most popular) general manager Brian Roper constantly urges the staff of Sandals Grande Riviera to be the best they can be. With a Sandals association as grand as the resort’s lush expanse, Roper joined the Sandals family in 1981 to work at the flagship resort, Sandals Montego Bay, where he began his tenure as the Food & Beverage Director. Eventually serving as Sandals Resorts International’s Group Director of Operations for 13 years, Roper made the switch to General Manager of Sandals Grande Riviera (then Sandals Grande Ocho Rios) in 2008. Nearly five years later, he and his team go the extra mile to ensure that guests continue to make this sprawling paradise their home away from home. Support Our Troops: Send a Card to a Soldier With Veteran’s Day and the holiday season just around the corner, it is a perfect time to reflect on what you have and give gratitude to those that have made it possible; particularly those that are fighting for our country and defending our freedom and can’t be by our side.Why choose an all-inclusive vacation When planning your next Caribbean vacation, why not give your wallet a break and head down to one of our luxury all-inclusive Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts. Traveling to one of these resorts is a great option for families, groups and couples alike, as we allow you to splurge without all of the additional vacation charges. You can order as much food, drinks and fun as you want without the worry of how much it will cost you, because it’s all included!Your Wedding. Your Style ? Culinary Edition At Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, you and your guests can toast to your love all night long in a delicious celebration that offer s everything from an extravagant array of hors d’oeuvres, tropical buffet or traditional plated dinners. You and your guests can choose from delectable options such as Pan Seared Snapper or Pineapple Glazed Chicken or surf-and-turf consisting of Filet Mignon and a Lobster Crusted Salmon and more. The diverse selection of dishes prepared by our international chefs provides excellent options for everyone. MONOPOLY® at McDonald?s with Beaches Resorts is Back! The 2023 MONOPOLY Game at McDonald's® is back. Beaches Resorts is joining McDonald’s to celebrate the 20th season of the highly anticipated and widely popular MONOPOLY® Game at McDonald’s taking place this fall at more than 14,000 participating McDonald’s restaurants in the United States and Canada.?Like? Beaches Resorts on Facebook Go ahead and Like, Comment & Share about Beaches Resorts on Facebook. Our new Facebook page has launched and we can’t wait to get “social” with you. Sandals Partners With Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum You asked for it, you got it! Appleton is back! Two iconic Caribbean brands, Sandals Resorts and Appleton Rum renew their partnership to offer guests the best of the Caribbean.Top 6 Ways to Enjoy A Little Bit of Paris in the Caribbean Several Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts highlight what’s best of not only Caribbean culture and lifestyle, but also bring to light European charm, including the allure of France. Here are a few ways you can enjoy a little bit of Paris in the Caribbean:Love Nest Dream Suite of the Month - September Sandals Resorts has suites so romantic that we just had to name them the Love Nest Dream Suites. This month’s highlight goes to the Royal Honeymoon Walkout Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Suite Extraordinaire at Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Our swim-up suites are designed for those whose love affair with the water is endless. Their distinctive designs, private atmosphere and indulgent amenities make them the perfect choice for honeymooners or anyone who wants a little privacy with their loved one. These signature one-bedroom suites put you right at the water’s edge where you’ll swim up from a lagoon pool to your private oversized patio.Sandals Hosts the 6th Annual Chairman's Invitational Golf Tournament From September 13 - 15, 2023, Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort and Sandals Royal Plantation hosted 38 Sandals Select couples at the 6th annual Chairman’s Invitational Golf Tournament at the beautiful Sandals Golf & Country Club located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.Sandals Royal Plantation - One of the Best Hotels to Omm September is National Yoga Month and popular hotel review site, Oyster.com, has named Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios, Jamaica one of the "Best Hotels to Omm." Sandals and Beaches Win Big at World Travel Awards Ball gowns and bow ties dazzled the terrace of Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa on September 14, 2023, as leading travel brands from across the Caribbean and America, gathered for the annual World Travel Awards’ Caribbean and Americas Gala. This year’s red-carpet ceremony, dedicated to honoring the very best in travel and known as the “Oscars of the Travel Industry," was quite a feat for Sandals Resorts International, taking home an impressive 12 awards—the most awards ever won by the resort company in one year. Create Your Own Personal Wedding Website You’ve booked your destination wedding, check! You’ve booked your honeymoon at Sandals Resorts, check! You’ve set up your Sandals Wedding and Honeymoon Gift Registry, check! So what’s left to do? Let everyone know about it! Sandals has made this task very easy for our brides and grooms, thanks to the wonderful Sandals Wedding and Honeymoon Gift Registry, which provides a number of complimentary tools you will need to organize your wish list and keep friends and family well informed about your dream destination wedding and honeymoon plans at Sandals Resorts. Get Away Together with Special Group Rates Calling all family reunions, college alumni groups, destination wedding guests are more! We have some exciting new booking promotions and incentives for group travel in 2023 and 2023 to select Sandals Resorts. Forever Young at Beaches Turks & Caicos General Manager of award-winning Beaches Turks & Caicos, Donald Dagenais, enjoys being young at-heart just as much as the guests do. For the past five years, Dagenais has led the esteemed resort to greatness and even more recognition, a factor, he says, that is likely due to the great staff, beautiful property and unique resort programs that appeal to both children and adults alike. The laidback Dagenais, who likes to read and dine out, finds true joy in making each guest’s experience memorable, whether they are 1 or 81 years old.Hit Radio Stations Broadcast LIVE from Sandals Royal Bahamian This week, Sandals Royal Bahamian is playing host to popular radio stations from across the U.S. for a LIVE multi-station radio broadcast on September 10-14, 2023.Customize your Dream Destination WeddingMoon® with Sandals Resorts Sandals Resorts, the industry leader of destination weddings and honeymoons, offers the only fully- customizable destination Weddingmoon®. Now you can personally design your dream wedding and have the Caribbean's best beaches and lush gardens as your perfect backdrop. Make your Sandals Weddingmoon as unique as your love by choosing from a myriad of colors and special wedding touches chosen by you, to make this celebration as special and unique as your love - after all, it's Your Wedding, Your Style.Two Vacations in One with Offshore Islands Only Sandals Resorts gives you two vacations in one with Private Offshore Islands located at Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, Bahamas and Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica.Sandals Select Guests - Share Your Story Have you visited Sandals Resorts lately? Which is your favorite resort? Who was the most memorable staff member? Did you experience superior service? Celebrate a wedding or honeymoon? Or, did one of our exclusive Sandals Select events or member-only specials make your day? Share your unique resort or Sandals Select Rewards story with us using the new testimonials page.Your Wedding. Your Style. - Floral Edition Lilies and roses and orchids…oh my! This is just the tip of the iceberg for brides when it comes to bridal bouquet options at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts; the possibilities are endless. Now that you have decided on your weddings colors, it’s time to pick the perfect bouquet that will complement it. National Geographic Diver Program at Beaches Turks & Caicos Beaches Resorts, equipped with the Caribbean’s most comprehensive dive program, continues to offer its guests more unique dive experiences, which is why Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa has introduced its National Geographic Diver Program.Beaches Resorts are World's Best Family Hotels by Travel + Leisure It's another perfect day here at Beaches Resorts, as Travel + Leisure Magazine just announced that two of our resorts hold the top two spots for Top Family Hotels in the Caribbean in their annual World's Best Awards.Nightmare Date to Night Out In celebration of the upcoming ‘The Bachelor’ finale filming at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas, we're giving you the chance to WIN a date! Tell us about the worst date you've ever had and you could WIN a voucher for a slap up meal! You choose the partner, we'll do the rest! Wipe your memory clean of the nightmare with a night out from Sandals Resorts! Just CLICK HERE to enter. Unique Destination Wedding Locations ? Sandals Montego Bay Are you looking for a unique location for your destination wedding? With 14 different locations to choose from, Sandals Resorts offers the most romantic places in the Caribbean for you and your loved one to exchange vows. At Sandals Montego Bay, we provide our brides and grooms with the option to have their nuptials in a traditional wedding chapel.Channel 5's THE BACHELOR features Sandals Emerald Bay Sandals Resorts has earned a worldwide reputation for providing two people in love with the most romantic holiday experience in the Caribbean, so it is no surprise that the stunning Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas has been chosen as the setting for the climax of the second season of Channel 5’s hit show The Bachelor. Episodes 9 and 10 will air on 24 and 31 August respectively and will see ‘Bachelor’ Spencer Matthews jet off to the Bahamian paradise of The Exumas for a Luxury Included® stay at Sandals Emerald Bay, accompanied by the three girls who have made it through to the show’s finale. Sandals Resorts CEO Appears LIVE on FOX Business News Fox Business sits down with Sandals Resorts International CEO, Adam Stewart, to get the inside scoop on the travel industry in a recent live TV interview. Host of “Markets Now,” business news show, Tracy Burns, asks Adam hard-hitting questions on the state of the hotel industry including how Sandals Resorts shields themselves from the economic challenges of rising commodity costs—Adam’s candid reply, “By giving the guests more (value) than they expected.” New Sandals Select Program Enhancement We're constantly looking for ways to boost our returning guest experiences. A recent survey conducted by Sandals Select Rewards revealed that our guests want to be able to use more Sandals Select Rewards points when booking and not be restricted to certain redemption limitations.Soy with Sandals Culinary Ambassador Chef Walter Staib Chef Walter Staib’s culinary journey continues to the resort voted “Most Romantic” for a consecutive 14 years, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, to visit with Sushi Chef Chris, and prepare his specialty, the Antigua-inspired “Boggy Peak” Roll.Sesame Workshop CEO Mel Ming Visits The Beaches Caribbean Adventure With Sesame Street It was a sunny day in Providenciales last week, as Sesame Workshop President & CEO, Mr. Mel Ming, visited Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa to see Elmo & friends in action during the Beaches Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street. Don?t Miss Out on Your Chance for Bragging Rights Vie for a chance to win bragging rights as the Sandals Select member who mastered the 2023 Chairman’s Invitational and join us for the Sandals Select Rewards Exclusive 6th Annual Chairman’s Golf Invitational at the beautiful Par 71, 18-hole Sandals Golf & Country Club championship course in Ocho Rios, Jamaica September 13-15, 2023. Theknot.com Loves Sandals Emerald Bay In a recent announcement, the knot.com recognized Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma as one of the Top 50 Best Honeymoon Spots for 2023. Nestled along a one-mile stretch of unspoiled beach on Great Exuma, Sandals Emerald Bay offers honeymooners the perfect Luxury Included® experience. Escape to this exotic resort, where you will enjoy romance and relaxation with spectacular accommodations, fantastic fine dining options, championship golf on a Greg Norman-designed course and a world-class destination spa. Hit Radio Stations Broadcast LIVE from Sandals Whitehouse This week, Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa is playing host to popular radio stations from across the U.S. for a LIVE multi-station radio broadcast on August 13-17, 2023.Oscar the Grouch Joins the Sesame Street Gang at Beaches Ocho Rios This fall, Beaches Ocho Rios gets a lot “greener” as Oscar the Grouch makes his debut and joins his friends as part of the Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® gang. Starting September 1, 2023, Oscar and his trash-can will make Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club his exclusive vacation home, bringing joy and laughter to kids of all ages. Oscar will ensure children and their families can learn, have fun and spend quality time together through a variety of exciting programs.Celebrity Guest Christina Milian checks-in to Beaches Negril The world famous R&B singer and actress Christina Milian — who just renewed her contract for another season on the hit NBC reality series, The Voice — recently hit the beaches of Jamaica for some R&R with her family at the beautiful Beaches Negril Resort & Spa. Milian enjoyed the resort while on island conducting an exclusive photo shoot and interview with B3 Caribbean Magazine, the region's first parenting and child lifestyle publication on Bump, Baby and Beyond. Christina will be featured in the September issue of the magazine, which was a natural fit for the celeb, as Milian’s parents are from the island of Cuba. Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts celebrate the 2012 Olympics In celebration of the 2023 Olympic season, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have been offering our guests an exciting array of cultural festivities and spirited events throughout the island of Jamaica. During the Olympic Games, our resorts are bringing the excitement of London to the islands, with international flag displays, extravagant Olympic ‘stadium’ food delights and more at the resorts' all-new Olympic Villages.Top 5 Reasons to Honeymoon in the Caribbean After you’ve gone through the months of experiencing the excitement, exhaustion, and stress that comes with planning a wedding, escape to a Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean – a perfect honeymoon location with none of the hassle and all the fun. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or an action-packed adventure, the Caribbean has it all! Check out just a few reasons why the Caribbean is a great honeymoon spot:Fall Exclusives at Beaches Resorts Summer is almost over but things are just heating up at our Beaches Resorts this fall. With exclusive events and programs there is something for everyone, from families with toddlers to military families to single parent families.NFL Player Scores Big Again, Tying the Knot at Beaches Resorts Former Jacksonville Jaguars NFL star, Reggie Williams Jr. has been making monumental memories in Jamaica this past year. Last August Reggie chose Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa as the perfect location to ask girlfriend Brandie Wilkins the most important question of his life… “Will You Marry Me?” With the help of dedicated romance experts at Sandals Negril, Williams arranged for a romantic helicopter ride over the island’s famed seven-mile beach. While the couple was soaring through the sky, Sandals team members used bamboo adorned with shells and tropical flowers, to spell out “B, WILL YOU MARRY ME?” on the white sand beach. Brandi was prompted to look down at the beach, where the tropical proposal awaited. She accepted without hesitation.Mama Mia! Sandals Royal Caribbean Gets A Taste of Bella Napoli The long anticipated pizzeria at Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island is officially open for business. Bella Napoli is located next to the resort’s already famous Mariner Seaside Bar & Grill and is a stone’s throw away from the breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea. The wood-fired pizzas and al fresco dining will make you feel like you’re in a historic Italian Piazza.Earn Resort Credits with the Sandals & Beaches Resorts Visa Signature® Card Did you know that as a Sandals Select Rewards member or returning guest, that it’s easy to earn resort credits with the Sandals & Beaches Resorts Visa Signature® credit card? If you’re a returning guest of Sandals or Beaches Resorts, you’re already on your way to discovering a world of exclusive benefits. Apply for a Visa Signature credit card, continue to vacation at your favorite Sandals or Beaches resort, and make purchases with your new card to earn WorldPoints® points to use towards your next Sandals or Beaches vacation. Sandals Honeymooners Featured in Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine In the upcoming October 2023 issue of Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine, honeymooners Katie and Britton talk about their “Easy All-Inclusive” experience at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort.Packing Tips For An All- Inclusive Girls Getaway Vacation All-inclusive Girls Getaway vacations allow you to escape with your friends, relax and leave all your worries at home. There is no need to keep track of time or remember to carry your wallet, especially when vacationing at one of our luxury all-inclusive Beaches Resorts. You are able to eat, drink and play to your heart’s content. If everything is included, what’s a girl to pack?Beaches Turks & Caicos gets major ?PROPS? for being teen-friendly Teens may be one of the toughest age groups to please when planning a family vacation, so choosing a resort that will keep a smile on your little ones AND your independent adolescent is not always an easy task. Family travel website, FamilyVacationCritic.com, is well aware of this challenge and offers its expertise on where to find a family escape that will prompt some enthusiasm from your pre-adult, rather than the generous “I’ll stay home and house-sit” offer. What?s in a name? Beaches Boscobel becomes Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club For our loyal Beaches Resorts guests, Beaches Boscobel has long been a favorite, tucked into the lush hillside on Jamaica’s tropical north coast. But for new resort guests, many were left wondering “just where is Boscobel?”Learn How to Cook With Coffee Sandals Lifestyle: Walter, what are some of the different ways coffee can be incorporated into cooking? Do you know how or when this cooking concept began? Sandals Resorts offer MORE for your WeddingMoons® Groups There is no better time to share with those that you love the most than on the day of your wedding. Sandals Resorts ensures that such a special day is one so memorable that everyone will be talking about it for years to come. To make this experience more spectacular, Sandals Resorts has made the WeddingMoons® group inclusions even more sensational by adding new and upgraded amenities. Exclusive Golf Offers at Sandals Emerald Bay Nestled deep within the peaceful waters of Great Exuma, Sandals Emerald Bay can be considered paradise for many – especially for travelers looking for a Luxury Included® golf vacation.All Aboard! Beaches Turks & Caicos Offers Train Travel for Kids Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is now offering guests a fun and unique way to explore our award-winning Providenciales resort – through an exciting train adventure! Visitors can get a lay of the land at the tropical resort via choo choo train, as they travel through the grand piazza of the Italian Village, the charming chateaus of the French Village, and the picturesque gardens of the Caribbean Village.Fowl Cay Resort Suggested as The Perfect Post-Divorce Getaway for TomKat By now, you surely must have heard of Hollywood’s breakup dujour – the indomitable A-listers Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have called it quits. Along with the speculation, innuendo and all that accompanies such public divorces, the media have also jumped in on the advice game. Their suggestion this time? The top private getaways where Tom or Katie can escape, relax, lay low and lick their wounds. And on the list lies Fowl Cay Resort, our 52-acre private island getaway. Hotel review-site Oyster.com wrote on their travel blog:The Great-Tasting, Healthy Caribbean Fruit On your next trip to one of the Caribbean islands, you might notice a heart-shaped, spiky fruit hanging from the trees. This is soursop, an exotic island fruit with a sweet and delicious creamy pulp.Everlastings Memories of your WeddingMoon® Your wedding celebration is a cherished moment in time, and we know how important it is to capture the memories that will make that day last a lifetime. You walking down the aisle, exchanging your vows, your first dances, the cutting of the cake - these are all memories you will cherish forever. Photography and videography are important aspects of the wedding planning process that should not be overlooked. Trust in our professional Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts SnapShots photography studio to create amazing photography that truly captures the romantic essence of your day.Top 5 Reasons to Stay in a Luxury Villa at Sandals Grande Riviera Escape your worries and discover the best Jamaica has to offer by staying at our luxury all-inclusive Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort. From a tranquil mountain top to the pristine white sand beach, this resort sits on Jamaica’s luxurious coastline offering two vacations in one. The Seaside & Ochi Beach Club presents aromatic gardens, crystal clear waters and the chicest beach club in Ocho Rios while the Riviera Villas & Great House Suites are a little more secluded for those guests who are seeking an exclusive hideaway. No matter where you choose to stay all guests will enjoy the Luxury Included® experience with 15 gourmet dining options, unlimited premium liquor, luxurious accommodations, motorized water sports and much more!Barefoot by the Sea with Culinary Ambassador Chef Walter Staib Chef Walter Staib’s culinary journey voyages to the beautiful beaches and turquoise waters of Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas to visit with resident Executive Chef Basel, and prepare a popular dish from the flavorful menu of Sandals' Barefoot by the Sea.A Private Villa (and an unforgettable Honeymoon) Await at Fowl Cay Resort Brides are not just interested in having a unique wedding, different from the next, they’re also looking for an unrivaled honeymoon destination unlike all the rest! Top bridal magazine, Bridal Guide, has just the place to fit the bill, a small private island in a secluded area of The Bahamas named Fowl Cay Resort.Sandals Select Members: Time is Running Out You won't want to miss this very special deal that allows Sandals Select members and past guests the opportunity for savings galore! If you make a new booking to Sandals or Beaches Resorts by July 15, 2023 for travel by December 20, 2023, we will double the value of the points that you use*. This means, that if you have 5,000 points in your account (normally a $125.00 value), we will double your point value for a total savings of $250.00! EXTRA TV?s ?Mansions and Millionaires? features Sandals Emerald Bay, July 7th If you missed it the first time, now’s your turn to enjoy the view—Mansions and Millionaires will be re-airing the Sandals Emerald Bay episode! Tune-in this Saturday, July 7 at 1:30 a.m. to get an inside look at the unprecedented luxury that Sandals Emerald Bay and the Bahamian Out Islands have to offer.Get Inspired: Infusing the Sounds of the Caribbean into Your Destination Wedding If you’ve dreamed of walking down the aisle and dancing the night away to the sweet sounds of the Caribbean, Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts can provide you with an amazing variety of entertainment options so authentic and unique, you’ll be able to create the perfect ambiance for your exotic destination wedding.A three-peat: Caribbean Travel+Life Magazine Names Best All-Inclusive Resorts The fireworks are going off here today, as Caribbean Travel + Life Magazine has named three resorts in our portfolio to its annual Editor’s Pick list. Comprised of their favorite all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, the list features the best of the best that the islands have to offer. While we’re continuing the celebration, see below for what they had to say about our resorts:A Special Fourth of July Cocktail Recipe There will be plenty of options for red, white and blue drinks this Independence Day but none quite like this sweet, juicy red concoction. Try the Antigua favorite, named in honor of Antigua’s only living national hero and cricketer, Sir Vivian Richards, at your celebrations this year: Fodor's names Beaches Turks & Caicos in its ?Top 10 Kid-Friendly Resorts? Traveling with children for a family getaway is an adventure of all sorts! From playing diplomat between toddler and teen when deciding activities to catering meals for out-of-sync appetites, keeping the gang unanimously happy, can be a full-time job—and let’s not forget the objective of a vacation is to break-away from the full-time job.Sandals Resorts featured on CNBC Wedding Trends Report Always the leader in destination weddings and honeymoons, Sandals Resorts is proud to stay at the forefront of wedding trends and in tune with what couples want for their big day.NYC Said "I DO" to Sandals Resorts New York City buzzed with “I Dos" last week as Sandals Resorts kicked off wedding season with a star-studded, interactive bridal experience at Grand Central Terminal in New York City, hosted by special guest emcee, Randy Fenoli, star of TLC’s Say Yes To The Dress and Randy to the Rescue. Sandals Resorts transformed Grand Central’s Vanderbilt Hall into a tropical paradise in celebration of its new Your Wedding. Your Style. program. Sandals Resorts’ all-new destination wedding concept that allows couples to personally style and execute their dream wedding at any Sandals Resort. Complete with Caribbean cocktails, island cuisine, spa pampering, virtual golf, and trip giveaways, nearly 1,000 vacation-seeking New Yorkers and brides-to-be gathered in Grand Central to “Say I Do” to Sandals Resorts.Live it Up N? Dive Returns to Beaches Resorts this Fall It’s back! Beaches Resorts is pleased to announce the return of the Live It Up ‘N Dive Program this fall. Dive enthusiasts who travel to Beaches Resorts in Negril, Jamaica or the Turks & Caicos Islands can enjoy exclusive discounts on dive courses, free equipment demonstrations, under sea treasure hunts and more. This year, from September 4 - October 31, Live It Up ‘N Dive will be offered at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa and Beaches Negril Resort & Spa. And with PADI, DAN and National Geographic dive courses available, divers of all levels can explore a whole new world of SCUBA while vacationing in paradise with their friends and family all while enjoying unlimited diving!A Family Vacation Different From All The Rest at Beaches Resorts Family vacations are always a fun event to look forward to, typically involving sunshine, a beautiful beach, lots of sunscreen and much needed downtime with your loved ones. Each year families flock to Beaches Resorts where they know these simple vacation elements are no doubt part of the Luxury Included® experience, but they choose Beaches Resorts for its reputation of perfecting not only the essentials, but delivering much, much more then you ever expected.Earn Double The Point Value It's all about you; yet you don't have to do a thing except sit back and enjoy the rewards! For the first time in the history of Sandals Select Rewards, Sandals Select Rewards Members and past guests will receive a most 'rewarding' gift. With our Double Points Value special offer, we're doubling the value of the points that you use on your new booking to Sandals or Beaches Resorts* if you book by July 15, 2023 for travel by December 20, 2023.Sip & Savor a Glass of Wine in a Caribbean Paradise Wine is commonly associated with love and romance – so what better place than Sandals Resorts, where love is all you need, to taste some of the best wines in the world brought to you by Beringer® Vineyards. Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are always looking for more ways to provide our guests with more quality inclusions to enhance the Luxury Included® experience. That is why we have partnered with Beringer® Vineyards, Napa Valley’s oldest continuously operating winery, to bottle four premium wines, including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, exclusively for our resorts. So on your next vacation, you will have a chance to experience the extraordinary portfolio of wines that Beringer® has to offer. The best part of it, these wines are all part of your Luxury Included® Vacation. Beaches Boscobel Hosts U.S. Multi-Station Radio Remote What do you get when you fly out 22 radio stations from across the U.S. to broadcast live from Jamaica’s newest destination for fun at Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club? A whole lot of Luxury Included® fun! Last week, Beaches Boscobel, Ocho Rios, Jamaica hosted 22 top-ranked stations from New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Hartford, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington DC, Philadelphia and more to experience first-hand and share with listeners what Beaches Boscobel is all about. The twenty-two acre property that is nestled amongst tropical gardens and a private white-sand beach was the ultimate playground for the stations during their visit.Splash in to Summer at Beaches Pirate's Island Waterpark Summer is here which means school is out and the kids are ready to play! Why not take a trip to one of our luxury all-inclusive Beaches Resorts® where you can combine family with fun. In addition to all the activities we have lined up for all of our younger guests, we offer one of the largest waterparks in the Caribbean, Pirate’s Island Waterpark. Kids can cool down, splash around and play by their own rules. Pirate’s Island offers an adventure that allows kids to let loose with gigantic geysers, water cannons, huge waterslides, whirlpools, and lazy river journeys. We even have the Caribbean’s only surf simulator creating waves perfect for beginner, intermediate and advanced surfers. It is the ultimate water adventure for kids of all ages.Wedding Parties: The MORE The Merrier Share your day with those you love the most, from your littlest nephew to your dearest great aunt; your childhood best friends to your new friends you have met along the way; include the ones you love the most in the day you will cherish for the rest of your life. A destination wedding at either Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts is uniquely suited to accommodate all those in your wedding group. Patriots Cheerleaders Trade Sidelines for Shorelines at Sandals Grande Riviera Each year the New England Patriots Cheerleaders travel to an exotic Caribbean location for the making of their annual swimsuit calendar. This year, the squad traveled to Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamiaca for their first Luxury Included® calendar photo shoot!SAY ?I DO? To SANDALS on June 14 in NYC On June 14th, come SAY ‘I DO’ to SANDALS with Sandals Resorts and bridal expert Randy Fenoli, from TLC’s Say Yes To The Dress and Randy to the Rescue, as we host an exclusive event in New York City’s iconic Grand Central Terminal to introduce our all-new destination wedding experience, Your Wedding. Your Style.Get Inspired: Planning Your Destination Wedding Planning a wedding can be overwhelming for some brides and grooms, but Sandals Resorts® takes away that unwanted stress by making the destination wedding planning process seamless, and by providing brides and grooms with a the Wedding Item Catalog, an online resource to view all of our wedding items and find their wedding inspiration.Put the Fun back in Fundraising Sandals Resorts understands the importance fundraising plays in the success of your association. From schools to charitable organizations we support them all, which is why we have created a fun and easy fundraiser program that offers plenty of rewards. We have introduced our Sandals Resorts Gives Back Fundraiser Program to help you raise proceeds quick and easy. All you have to do is invite us to your next event!Tripadvisor Awards All Resorts In The Sandals Family Certificates Of Excellence It’s a clean sweep! We are absolutely delighted to announce that all Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts and Fowl Cay Resort have recently been awarded a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor®. The Certificate of Excellence award honors hospitality excellence and is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor. Since approximately just 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award, we are thrilled!The Culinary Journey with Chef Walter Staib Travels to Jamaica Culinary Ambassador for Sandals Resorts, Chef Walter Staib, journeys to the undiscovered South Coast of Jamaica to Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa, an all oceanfront resort where diners can delight in fresh Mediterranean cuisine at Neptune's, one of seven scintillating gourmet restaurants to choose from. Have you ever dreamed of having your own private island ? you can! Have you ever dreamed of kicking back on a powder white sand beach, one so soft that your feet sink up to your ankles when you walk on it? One that is never the same, always changing with the tides. A private beach where you can watch the sandbars shift throughout the day and the only companion you have is Mother Nature herself? If so, then a getaway to the private island resort Fowl Cay, located in the stunning Exumas islands of the Bahamas, is your dream getaway.Bloggers are raving about Beaches Negril Resort & Spa One of nine eager and well-traveled mommy bloggers, Esti Berkowistz, embarked on a fun-in-the sun mother/daughter getaway to Beaches Negril Resort & Spa in Jamaica and departed with her expectations surpassed, titling her blog review “Beaches Negril Should Be Your Next Family Vacation.”FamilyMoons®: It?s A Family Affair Beaches Resorts®, known for offering the very best in family getaways, offers couples looking to re-marry the exclusive experience of a FamilyMoons®. FamilyMoons® incorporate the entire family into the wedding ceremony and celebration. An extension of our popular WeddingMoons® concept, which combines the wedding and honeymoon into one idyllic location, FamilyMoons® are designed to join not just two people – but two families into one.Get away and Get closer during your Family Reunion at Beaches Resorts Planning a family reunion involves making several decisions that will keep everyone happy. Are there kid friendly activities? Are there activities for adults to enjoy? Will there be menu options suitable to everyone’s liking? This isn’t always an easy task, but at Beaches® Resorts there’s something for everyone, ensuring a smooth and fun-filled vacation where everyone is left feeling more than satisfied. The ladies can indulge at our Red Lane® Spa with one of our Caribbean inspired massage treatments, while the guys explore the colorful marine life during a dive trip to one of the many spectacular dive sites, and best of all the kids can hang out and have fun at one of the many places they can call their own whether it be Trench Town, the Xbox 360® Game Garage or the Pirates Island waterpark.Although there are amenities for everyone to enjoy, we also offer a Family Reunion Group Package which includes activities that offer you and your family time to bond. Book a family reunion at one of our luxury all-inclusive Beaches Resorts with a minimum of 5 rooms, now through December 31, 2023 for travel through December 31, 2023 and you and your family will receive the following as part of your ultimate family reunion getaway:Beaches Boscobel: A Top Five for Families Beaches Resorts was thrilled to host Ottawa-based writer Julie Harrison, and her daughter, at Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club last month. We’re excited to share her Top Five experiences that make this resort a great getaway for families:Sandals Royal Caribbean Team "Welcomes Home" the Benfeys Sometimes the people one encounters while on vacation make it that much more special. In honor of Labour Day, an annual holiday celebrated by many Caribbean nations this month to celebrate the economic and social achievements of workers, we are pleased to share a testimonial from Sandals Select Rewards Platinum members, Pete and Alice Benfey, about some of the special people who help to make vacations at Sandals Resorts so memorable and unique. The Benefey's tell us what they admire most about the team members at Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica…perhaps you have met some of these team members during your travels to the Caribbean.How to ?Pin? down your favorite Love Nest Dream Suites! With so many wedding and honeymoon decisions to make in the months leading up to the big day, why not let friends and family help in a fun way to make the most important decision of all – choosing the magnificent Love Nest Dream Suites you will book for your honeymoon!Sandals Negril and Sandals Grande Riviera Awarded Earthcheck Platinum Certifications We are absolutely thrilled at the news that two resorts, Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa and Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort, have both been recognized for their environmental efforts by EarthCheck, which has awarded both resorts with a Platinum level certification. This exciting news means that Sandals Resorts the only hotel company in the world to receive two Platinum Certifications. Do you know about our Free Honeymoon Package? Attention all honeymooners! Now that you’ve said “I do” we know many of you are so excited about your fabulous luxury all-inclusive Honeymoon to one of our Sandals Resorts, and we want to make sure you have the time of your life. Because Sandals Resorts are completely dedicated to couples in love, we offer more romantic amenities for you and your special someone including Love Nest Suites, candlelight dinners for two, blissful Red Lane® Spa couples massages and much more. Fabulous Female Getaway to B.F.F. Beaches Resorts hosted another weekend full of Caribbean fun at the ever-popular Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway April 26-30, 2023 at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. This past weekend women from all over the country reconnected with themselves, their friends and their family all while enjoying a vacation in paradise. B.F.F.’s enjoyed a welcome cocktail reception, skincare classes, a beach bonfire PJ party, a private catamaran cruise, a jewelry and wine soiree, seaside yoga and meditation and much more!In addition to offering a weekend to relax, we provided B.F.F.’s a chance to truly pamper themselves with a $200 Red Lane Spa Credit, a 10% discount off Dermalogica products, a free Paul Mitchell keratin treatment, a 10% discount at all gift shops, a free 5X7 picture and a welcome goody bag compliments of Beaches Resorts and our wonderful sponsors.The Culinary Journey Continues with Chef Walter Staib Chef Walter Staib travels to the Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort to visit with resident Executive Chef, Roger Meier, and see what's on the menu at Sandals' exclusive Gordon's restaurant.Give The Gift That Keeps on Giving This Mother's Day For all of our Sandals Select vacationists who will be at their favorite resorts this May, don't forget to treat the mom in your life, or yourself, to one of the most relaxing gifts available. Plus, find out what new upgrade makes it easier to do just that!Love is in the Air as Couples Renew Their Vows Love is in the air at Sandals Resorts. There is something magical about exchanging vows in a place known for its romance, Sandals is that perfect paradise setting for such a special occasion. This month the islands have been abuzz with all sort of romantic events taking places, especially Renewal of Vows. Top 3 Ways to Stay Fit During Your Next Vacation Let’s face it; it can be a challenge to stay in shape during any vacation. Between all of the delicious food options and tantalizing drinks, staying in shape may not be the first thing on your mind. Fortunately, with any Luxury Included® Vacation at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, you have a variety of ways to stay active and keep your figure.Discover Lively Up Coffee at Sandals & Beaches Resorts Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts are proud to serve Lively Up Coffee at all of our locations throughout the Caribbean. Click to watch the video below to join Sandals Resorts Culinary Ambassador Chef Walter Staib discover where Lively Up Coffee comes from, and just how it travels from Jamaica's famous Blue Mountains to your coffee mug.Sandals Earthguard Protects the Environment 365 Days A Year While all of the resorts in the Sandals family celebrated Earth Day on Sunday with a variety of programs, activities and local clean-ups, our team works tirelessly each and every day of the year to ensure that the region’s most precious resources are protected.Have a Case of the April Shower Blues? We’ve all heard the old saying, "April showers, bring May flowers." Well, until the flowers come, it’s usually grey skies and tons of rain. Treat yourself and/or your loved ones to a trip to Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts this year to enjoy one of the upcoming, exclusive Sandals Select Rewards events… and get your mind off the grey skies, of course!Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine Giveaway We are proud to share that we have partnered with the one of the top popular bridal magazines, Destination Weddings & Honeymoons for a Sandals Resort WeddingMoon® giveaway featured in their May/June 2023 issue which is on newsstands now!Military Friends & Family Can Now Save At Beaches® Resorts we know that as military personnel your time with friends and family is the greatest luxury of all. Traveling with family allows for quality time to reconnect and escape life’s distractions. Traveling with your friends gives you time to catch up, kick back, relax and have fun. Now, as part of our military program you can travel with both your friends and family and everyone will enjoy your savings. Join us this fall at our luxury all-inclusive Beaches Resorts, and not only will you have an opportunity to experience the ultimate adventure in paradise, but you, your friends, and your family will save an additional 15% off our current specials. A Look Back At Giving Back: Impacting 80,000 Lives & Counting... Since the inception of Sandals Resorts International's philanthropic arm in 2009, The Sandals Foundation has impacted 80,000 lives across the Caribbean through more than 100 community programs, and raised more than $1.5 million for programs supporting education, communities and the environment. With the celebration of its third year anniversary this past month, the Foundation renews its dedication and continuous promise to channel 100 percent of its funds into the Caribbean region.The Sandals Foundation is Coloring The Caribbean Green Sandals Resorts International's philanthropic arm, The Sandals Foundation, kicks off this year's World Earth Day celebrations with a number of green initiatives scheduled to begin on April 19th. In honor of making our planet a better place, everyone's getting involved, from Sandals Foundation team members and resort guests to local students of the foundation's adopted schools. Throughout the month of April, staff, visitors and young people will be gathering throughout the Caribbean to engage their local communities and make a difference in their environment for this year’s World Earth Day.A Sandals Resorts Culinary Journey with Chef Walter Staib We invite you to join us on a culinary journey throughout our Caribbean destinations in a cooking demo series hosted by Sandals Resorts' own Culinary Ambassador, Chef Walter Staib. Sandals Resorts offers guests gourmet cuisine from around the world including fine Italian fare served at the upscale Il Cielo, a Ristorante Italiano exclusively at Sandals Emerald Bay. We begin our journey in the out-island chain of the Bahamas, referred to as The Exumas. Here you will discover the flavors of Tuscany found right in the Caribbean. Click below to watch Sandals Emerald Bay’s Executive Sous-Chef Ivan, joined by Chef Walter Staib, prepare one of Il Cielo’s delectable signature dishes, the “Pistachio-Crusted Salmon with Panzanella Salad". Beaches Turks & Caicos Calls #1 Beach in the World "Home" When Beaches Resorts boasts that its luxurious resorts are located on the most breathtaking beaches on the planet, they mean it. In this year’s 10th annual TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards, Providenciales, in the Turks & Caicos Islands was named the #1 Beach Destination in The World and it is no surprise that this striking coastline is also home to the award-winning Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa. Unlike many other awards, the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards are decided based on votes directly from readers and winners are based on millions of valuable reviews and opinions from travelers around the world. Sandals Emerald Bay Hosts Multi-Station Radio Remote Last week, Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas hosted 17 top-ranked radio stations from across the US, including, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami and New York, to experience and share with their listeners the Luxury Included® amenities that the newest Sandals Resort has to offer. DJs and staff dined at many of the 7 wonderful restaurants available at Sandals Emerald Bay, took a dip in the breathtaking waters of Great Exuma, indulged in relaxing treatments at the signature Red Lane®, experienced an Island Routes excursion and even teed off on the Greg Norman-designed Championship golf course.Sandals Select?At Your Service It’s only natural to have questions when it comes to traveling. If you are a Sandals Select Rewards member, then we have the answers for you! Sandals Select Rewards agent, Kaci, answers some of the most common questions recently asked by you, our most valued guests!Sandals Select Members: Let the Savings Begin The Fall Fifty exclusive offer, available only to our most valued guests, is back by popular demand and is giving you the chance to experience Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts with an added incentive. Earn 50 percent of your account value (for immediate use) when you book a stay at Sandals or Beaches Resorts in a concierge level room or higher and for 6 nights or longer, for travel from August 15, 2023 through November 15, 2023. This means, if you have 2,000 Bonus Points, we’ll give you 1,000 more! Book by April 30, 2023 to enjoy this special offer and learn more about Fall Fifty at www.sandalslifestyle.com.ACM Awards Wedding Couple Jets-Off on a Sandals Honeymoon Congratulations to Christina Davidson and Frank Tucci of New Jersey who were married LIVE on-stage at the 47th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas this past Sunday, April 1, 2023. They exchanged their vows during a special rendition of “Marry Me” performed by Martina McBride and Train’s Pat Monahan in front of an audience of 11,500 and millions of viewers watching on CBS. The couple’s fairytale evening continued backstage where they were awarded a luxury all-inclusive Caribbean honeymoon to any Sandals Resorts!Sean Paul Raises the "Temperature" at Sandals Grande Riviera Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort proudly welcomed Jamaican native and Reggae superstar Sean Paul for an exclusive VIP concert. Sandals Resorts partnered with Atlantic Records, Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours, the Jamaican Tourist Board and Champagne Cognac producers Rémy Martin for a radio promotion giveaway that gave listeners the chance to win an all-expenses paid Caribbean getaway, which included a 3-day, 2-night Luxury Included® vacation at Sandals Grande Riviera, round-trip airfare, a fantastic catamaran excursion courtesy of Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours, a private performance by Sean Paul, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet the Reggae superstar.Sandals Foundation Added to Wedding & Honeymoon Gift Registry Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are proud to present a very unique way for couples to celebrate their weddings, honeymoons or WeddingMoons® while helping members of the Caribbean community at the same time. A new addition to Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts online registry program, powered by Honeymoon Wishes, now gives couples – and their family and friends alike – who are celebrating their joyous occasions the opportunity to give back through a donation to the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International. Learn How to Mix, Blend & Scratch at our Scratch DJ® Academy For many of us, music can set a tone, create a mood or emit an emotion. It may seem as simple as turning on the radio or popping in a CD, but creating the right mix is more than just spinning a record; it’s both an art form and a passion that DJs have learned to master. At Beaches® Resorts, we offer tweens, teens and parents alike the opportunity to “release their inner DJ” with our exclusive Scratch DJ® Academy. Whether you’re looking to explore a new craft, perform for an audience or bond with the family, our world famous Scratch DJ Academy gives families an exclusive sneak peek into the world of a DJ. On your next luxury all-inclusive Beaches vacation, you can learn how to mix, blend and scratch on vinyl records, CD’s and even your IPod, and because at Beaches Resorts we always want to give you MORE, as part of this exclusive program, there are a variety of different packages you can purchase that will let you step into the world of music masters. Learn how to mix and blend with our 40 minute Mixing Session which includes a dog tag and certificate. Style and flair can be added to the music set by learning the art form of our 40 minute Scratching Session which also includes a dog tag and certificate. Even parents can be deemed as “cool” with our 60 minute Family Combo jam session, where everyone will learn what it takes to be a DJ. If kids are really looking to be creative, we even offer a Spin Art Session where they can paint their own musical designs on to vinyl records as they spin, mix and scratch. This also makes for a fun souvenir of their time spent at Beaches.To learn more about our Scratch DJ® Academy program and to reserve your spot now, please visit:Sandals Resorts Launches Sandals Corporate University Sandals Resorts International celebrated its long standing commitment to education and training with the launch of its very own Sandals Corporate University—the company’s adult education program for Caribbean nationals employed by Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts and Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts.Becoming A Sandals Select Member In 3 Easy Steps Once you are a member, you will receive Sandals Select Rewards points for every paid stay at any Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts, which equate to HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS IN SAVINGS towards future reservations! In addition to being rewarded for your ongoing loyalty with discounts and exclusive offers, you will be eligible to attain higher membership levels and earn milestone gifts, including a complimentary 7-night stay. If you’ve been to Sandals Resorts or Beaches Resorts, and you are not currently a member of Sandals Select Rewards, then follow these three easy steps to join: Get a FREE Sandals Vacation Package Quote
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