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He called Jamaica 'home,' and he never left.
Forty years ago, Gordon 'Butch' Stewart founded Sandals Resorts, but his love story with the Caribbean began long before that. Born in Kingston, Stewart spent his youngest years along Jamaica's north coast.
An entrepreneur from the start, a young Stewart began working at his mother's business before stepping out on his own at the age of twelve with a canoe and a fishing pole. Not yet old enough to drive a car, Stewart dug out a canoe from an old tree and began sailing out, catching fish, and selling them to the local hotels. Eventually, he upgraded his canoe to a more impressive boat and continued his business until age seventeen.
Stewart left his boat behind when he headed to England for his studies, just to return home to Jamaica with reaffirmed drive, determination, and confidence in his home island. Long before Stewart became a titan of Caribbean tourism, he sold air conditioners. And it began with a trip to New Jersey to meet with Fedders' executive to try and corner the market for Jamaica; Stewart wouldn't take no for an answer and would go on to build an appliance and manufacturing empire in his native Jamaica that would eclipse the competition.
In 1981, Stewart doubled down on that confidence, purchasing a Montego Bay hotel property and opening Sandals' flagship resort, Sandals Montego Bay.
Stewart's dream for Sandals felt bigger than most. Where some dreams die upon completion, others grow and change with time, continuously moving the line forward. For Sandals, a single resort was never the plan; the empire was always in reach, and Gordon 'Butch' Stewart's legacy was sewn into the textiles of Sandals Montego Bay and every resort that came after.
Sandals Montego Bay, the brand's flagship resort,
riddled with 40-years of innovation.
The past forty years have been about more than vacations and poolside cocktails; each year has brought a new goal and vision for the hospitality industry and the Caribbean.
When we think about our founder, the mantra is simple - dream big, then dream bigger.
Stewart dreamed up suites with pools practically floating in the sky,
and so, he introduced Sandals' signature SkyPool Suites.
Pictured here: Sandals Grenada.
Since opening the doors of Sandals Montego Bay, Stewart introduced a slew of new resorts into the Sandals Resorts family, which now holds 16 all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean.
In 1984, Stewart earned another badge for innovation when he built the Caribbean's first swim-up bar, now enjoyed at every resort. He channeled the couples in love, building the ultimate oasis for romance and doing it with a smile.
After all, it was Stewart who once said, "love what you do so you never have to work a day in your life."
The main pool at Sandals Grande St. Lucian,
boasting one of the brand's iconic swim-up bars.
In 1992, eleven years after opening Sandals Montego Bay, Stewart launched the Butch Stewart Initiative, which funneled more than one million dollars per week into the foreign exchange market, revaluing the Jamaican dollar and boosting the local economy.
That same year, he was presented with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Humanitarian Award from the Jamaica-America Society, the Master Entrepreneur of the Decade (90's) award from Ernst & Young, and was voted 'Travel Man of the Millennium" at the 2000 World Travel Awards.
Stewart met recognition with grace and gratitude without ever taking his eye off the ball. Awards were gratefully accepted, but the trophy was never the dream.
In 2009, Stewart along with his son Adam launched the Sandals Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to making a difference in the Caribbean, with every dollar donated to improve education, community, and environment. The Foundation empowers lives by strengthening communities through mentorship, teacher training, literacy and health initiatives, and conservation practices.
Marine Wardens at the Whitehouse Marine Sanctuary,
one of the Sandals Foundation's many conservation efforts.
In 2012, Stewart launched Sandals Corporate University (SCU), an adult education program for the brand's employees across the Caribbean. The SCU offers courses intended to kickstart hospitality careers, experienced by more than 1,200 team members since its inaugural year. With more than 230 courses and partnerships with 13 local and international universities, the program brings higher education into the Sandals experience.
A hospitality empire was not Stewart's only dream, nor his biggest. His greatest dream, and warmest legacy, was his family. Throughout his life, Stewart raised kind, compassionate, motivated children who've gone on to carry their father's legacy.
In 2006, Adam Stewart, one of eight children, became CEO of Sandals and Beaches Resorts, today holding the role of Executive Chairman. Before this, Stewart served as the Deputy Chairman for over a decade, following his father's footsteps, noting every move made. His leadership stands on the foundation laid by his father, and he embodies the dream of Gordon 'Butch' Stewart, sowing the seeds that were planted forty years ago, in the year he was born.
"He was a marketing genius and talented showman," says Adam Stewart, "but those who knew him best recognized that he was a dreamer who could dream bigger and better than anyone. It was often said, 'the best thing for people around him to do is be dream catchers.'"
The 40th anniversary of Sandals Resorts is more than a celebration of a successful business. This year, our first without our founder, we're celebrating 40 years of Gordon 'Butch' Stewart's dream. That dream is ever-evolving, even today. Forever his dream catchers, we'll continue to expand, foster love and romance, and strengthen the Caribbean community in his name.
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Sandals and Beaches Resorts International Honored by Annual World Travel AwardsSandals 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.
Gordon “Butch” Stewart Pledges EC$150,000 to Barbuda’s ChildrenChairman 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 ChairmanDear 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 Royal Barbados Is On Time For New SeasonChairman of Luxury Included® all-inclusive resort leader Sandals Resorts International (SRI), Gordon “Butch” Stewart announced June 29th that Sandals Royal Barbados, the brand’s second hotel on the island, is on schedule and will open in time for the upcoming winter season, unveiling a grand total of 502 rooms in Barbados.
ISLANDS' Nine Favorite Things About Sandals Grande St. Lucian's New Overwater BungalowsUnlike 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.
Discover the Flora & Fauna of the CaribbeanWith 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!
Chairman and Founder of Sandals Resorts International Honored with Lifetime Achievement AwardFounder 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.
Sandals Win 'Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator' at 2017 Globe Travel AwardsWe 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 EventSandals 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.
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:
Sandals Foundation & Scholastic Fairs Team Up To Help Students Thrive AcademicallyIn 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 AwardsSandals 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 Nominated for 2016 British Travel AwardSandals 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.
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 International
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!
Experience Your Stay at Sandals London-based Retail StoreThinking 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 Resorts First Luxury Travel Store Opens to the PublicUnique 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.
The Bachelor Finale continues at Sandals ResortsThe 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!
The Sandals Foundation And Cedella Marley Join Forces And Raise Money for Women in the CaribbeanThe 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 Resorts Hits The High StreetUnique 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 AwardsSandals 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.
Over 800 Children Surprised with Christmas Presents in GrenadaThe 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.
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:
Join the Sandals Foundation’s Holiday Toy Drive and Help #InspireASmile TodayYou’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.
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 Resorts International Honored at this Year's World Travel AwardsSandals 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.
The Sandals Foundation launches a fundraising campaign to aid storm-ravaged DominicaThe campaign will include fundraising efforts involving guests staying at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, as well as online donations through the Sandals Foundation webpage. However, the pledge to help does not stop there. The Foundation will also be reaching out to all of their trade partners, travel agents and suppliers as well as past donors and team members on the ground across the Caribbean region.
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.
Barbados Salutes Sandals Chairman with Distinguished Entrepreneur AwardThe 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 Barbados Featured in Fodor's 2015 Go ListDon’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 Resorts International Honored By World Travel AwardsSandals 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.
Take a Closer Look at Getting It All with Sandals ResortsSandals 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.
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!
Sandals Foundation & Hasbro Give A “High Five” This Holiday Season With Annual Toy DriveThe 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.
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!
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.
Discover Butch’s Chophouse at Sandals LaSource GrenadaVacationing 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.
"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.
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”:
Sandals Resorts Chairman Receives Prestigious HonorChairman 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.
Exclusive Golf Clinic with Greg Norman for Sandals Select Members at Chairman’s InvitationalGreat 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.
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Sandals Foundation Stays Busy Supporting Caribbean Community with New InitiativesThe 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 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.
Sandals LaSource Grenada Opens In Grand StyleSandals’ 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Elite Traveler Sets Their Sights on Your Jamaican VillasExploring 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.
Sandals Foundation and Nine-Year-Old Unite for Special DonationNine-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.
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.
June Suite of the Month Royal Village Honeymoon One Bedroom Villa SuiteThe 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.
Sandals Foundation Supports Caribbean Community with New InitiativesThe 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.
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Sandals Resorts Chairman & CEO Appear LIVE on FOX & FRIENDSSandals 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.
Sandals Honored with 22 Star Diamond AwardsSandals 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.
Newlyweds Can Give Back at Sandals Resorts & Beaches ResortsSandals 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:
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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.
The Sandals Foundation Spreads Goodwill throughout the CaribbeanThe 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:
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.
Sandals Foundation Continues To Make A DifferenceThe 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:
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.
Forever Young at Beaches Turks & CaicosGeneral 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.
Don?t Miss Out on Your Chance for Bragging RightsVie 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.
Sandals Resorts & Beaches Resorts celebrate the 2012 OlympicsIn 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.
Earn Double The Point ValueIt'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 ParadiseWine 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.
The Culinary Journey Continues with Chef Walter StaibChef 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 DayFor 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!
Sandals Foundation Added to Wedding & Honeymoon Gift RegistrySandals 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.
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