Sandals Resorts

AN EASTERN CARIBBEAN GEM IS UNEARTHED AS SANDALS® RESORTS ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING IN SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

BUCCAMENT, St. Vincent & Grenadines, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines opened its doors today with a view straight to the cobalt blue Caribbean sea, welcoming its first guests to a nature-forward experience brimming with island inspiration and stirring 'Sandals Firsts'. The opening marks Sandals Resorts' eagerly anticipated introduction to the largely undiscovered Eastern Caribbean destination of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, where – enveloped by a mountain backdrop – the brand's 18th all-inclusive resort offers an unrivaled sanctuary where guests can commune with nature, foster wellness, and cultivate lasting connections. 

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  • But at more than a million square miles, it was also meant to be discovered," said Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International.
  • "Sandals Saint Vincent unveils a little-known wonder we are proud to bring forward, not only for its show-stopping beauty but for the warmth and grace of its people.
  • Sandals Saint Vincent was designed to honor that spirit, encouraging carefree exploration, pampered relaxation, and deep connection."
  • Along the way, cabanas and cocktails invite guests to loll the day away, with three other pools among lush vegetation.

Ready, Set, Jet: Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts Invite Guests to 'Love and Let Fly' in Celebration of New Airlift Service to Ocho Rios

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Friday, February 23, 2024

OCHO RIOS, Jamaica, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new flight connection calls for a landing ovation – and a new set-jetting package for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts guests – as the first-ever U.S. commercial flight descends upon majestic Ocho Rios, Jamaica on February 24th. In homage to the swift and seamless journey directly into the Caribbean Riviera, Sandals' and Beaches' new "Love and Let Fly" package transcends traveler wanderlust from the silver screen to the golden Jamaican beaches coveted for decades by film producers and vacationers alike.

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  • Promising a journey through the heart of cinematic history and Jamaica 's breathtaking landscapes, the limited-time offer includes a complimentary Island Routes Powerboat Adventure for guests at participating Sandals Resorts in Ocho Rios.
  • Guests can toast to new connections on the north coast with AA4007-inspired cocktail specials, including a Jamaican twist on the films' emblematic Old Fashioned.
  • The descent of American Airlines A4007 represents this dream, bringing the world closer to the beauty and allure of Jamaica's north coast – our home."
  • Spring rates start at $266 per person per night at Sandals Ochi and $341 per person per night at Beaches Ocho Rios.

The "Gift of Blue:" Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Turn Black Friday "Blue"

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration and support of the tropical waters it calls home, Sandals® Resorts and Beaches® Resorts are spreading the giving spirit of the holiday season with the first-ever 'Gift of Blue' sale, inviting guests to enjoy savings in the form of resort and flight credits, along with a unique way to support ocean conservation on bookings made between Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday (November 23-28).

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  • Perks and savings can be enjoyed throughout the brands' dynamic resort portfolios, including the brand new Sandals Dunn's River , the adventure-inducing Sandals Royal Curaçao , and even Sandals Saint Vincent and The Grenadines , which will unlock another Caribbean island for guests to explore in March 2024.
  • Rates start at $249 per person, per night, with the promo code GOB2023.
  • Often referred to as the "rainforests of the sea" due to their rich biodiversity, millions of people in the Caribbean rely on coral reefs for sustenance and their livelihoods.
  • The not-for-profit Sandals Foundation, beyond involving guests and team members in conservation efforts, finances marine protected areas and leads educational initiatives in local communities and schools to underline the value of coral reefs and a collective responsibility in preserving these invaluable resources.

AD1 Global Wins Travel Weekly's Annual Gold Magellan Award

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AD1 Global took home the Gold for their ChatGPT and AI implementation at their flagship Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center Celebration Area.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AD1 Global took home the Gold for their ChatGPT and AI implementation at their flagship Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center Celebration Area.
  • Travel Weekly announced the winners of the 2023 Magellan Awards in their October edition.
  • With a record number of entries from across the U.S. and around the world, the Magellan Award winners represent the best in the travel industry.
  • "We have always encouraged our teams to be visionaries and  early adopters of game changing technology in the hospitality industry," said Daniel Berman, President of AD1 Global.

FOR SANDALS® GUESTS, A NEW WONDER: A FIRST LOOK AT SANDALS SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES OPENING SPRING 2024

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

BUCCAMENT, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tucked away against a rainforest backdrop between lush green mountains that meet a cobalt blue sea, Sandals® Resorts' newest all-inclusive resort in Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, will mark the ninth Caribbean destination and 18th Sandals Resort for Sandals Resorts International (SRI) when it welcomes its first guests on March 27, 2024. Now open for reservations, the more than 50-acre sprawling resort unlocks an entirely new island experience that invites guests to bask in its unspoiled beauty with Two-Story Overwater Villas, meandering rivers, and other sensational "Sandals Firsts."

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  • "A true diamond of a place, she meets every possibility to deliver an exceptional experience worthy of her very site.
  • Handpicked for its stunning location within an alluring west-facing valley, mere moments away from untouched cays, cliffside caves and coves, our guests will soon loll in the beauty of Sandals Saint Vincent and The Grenadines."
  • Sandals Saint Vincent and The Grenadines will offer 301 superbly appointed rooms and the portfolio's most expansive suites to date, with Two-Bedroom Butler Villas spanning across the waterfront - a "Sandals First."
  • Interiors throughout feature special biophilic elements and the warmth of local volcanic materials, and views intentionally framing the unique flora.

SANDALS® RESORTS INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATES 30TH WIN AS THE CARIBBEAN'S LEADING HOTEL BRAND AT THE 30TH ANNUAL WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS™

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Monday, August 28, 2023

GROS-ISLET, Saint Lucia, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Sandals® Resorts and Beaches® Resorts, took home 13 prestigious awards at the 30th Annual World Travel Awards™ Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony, which took place on August 26th at Sandals Grande St. Lucian. The World Travel Awards™ recognizes and celebrates the top players in the travel and tourism industry each year, bringing together government officials and leaders in the hospitality industry.

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  • The World Travel Awards™ recognizes and celebrates the top players in the travel and tourism industry each year, bringing together government officials and leaders in the hospitality industry.
  • Amid the glimmer of the gala, Sandals Resorts International was named the Caribbean's Leading Hotel Brand for the 30th year in a row.
  • In addition to this top honor, the all-new Sandals Dunn's River , which opened its doors in May, celebrated its first wins as the Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort and Caribbean's Leading New Resort.
  • The 13 awards won under Sandals Resorts International's portfolio are:
    Caribbean's Leading Hotel Brand 2023: Sandals Resorts International
    Caribbean's Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort 2023: Sandals Dunn's River, Jamaica
    Caribbean's Leading New Resort 2023: Sandals Dunn's River, Jamaica
    Caribbean's Most Romantic Resort 2023: Sandals Grande Antigua
    Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Resort 2023: Sandals Grande St. Lucian, St. Lucia
    St Lucia's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2023: Sandals Grande St. Lucian
    Bahamas' Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2023: Sandals Royal Bahamian
    Curaçao's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2023: Sandals Royal Curaçao
    Jamaica's Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2023: Beaches Negril
    Caribbean's Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2023: Beaches Turks & Caicos
    The World Travel Awards™, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023, is recognized globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence – voted on by qualified executives working within travel and tourism and the consumer travel buyer worldwide.

Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation officials express condolences on the Passing of Jill Stewart

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Monday, July 17, 2023

Jill Stewart was born in The Bahamas and in 2005 moved to Jamaica where she made her home alongside her beloved husband Adam Stewart.

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  • Jill Stewart was born in The Bahamas and in 2005 moved to Jamaica where she made her home alongside her beloved husband Adam Stewart.
  • Mrs. Stewart passed away peacefully on the evening of Friday, 14 July, surrounded by family and friends.
  • Latia Duncombe, Director General of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation also expressed her sentiments on the passing of Jill Stewart: "Our hearts go out to Mr. Adam Stewart and his family.
  • In going public with her year-long struggle with cancer, Mrs. Stewart gave a gift to the world.

WRITTEN IN THE STARS: SANDALS® DUNN'S RIVER INTRODUCES NEW STARGAZING CONCIERGE

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

OCHO RIOS, Jamaica, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of the Summer solstice, Sandals Resorts announces its very first Stargazing Concierge at the completely reimagined Sandals Dunn's River in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The luxury all-inclusive resort company is inviting guests to embrace this planetary new offering included with a stay in the resort's new Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Suites.

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  • The recently debuted Sandals Dunn's River ushers in a new era of hospitality and many 'Sandals Firsts,' including the brand's first open-air rooftop suites complete with state-of-the-art telescopes to now the debut of Sandals' first Stargazing Concierge.
  • Guests who reserve a stay in a Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Suite for travel beginning July 1, 2023, will be met with their very own Stargazing Concierge, a complimentary new Butler service offering.
  • Upon request, the Stargazing Concierge will arrange bespoke stargazing experiences for couples to enjoy on their private rooftops.
  • Beyond creating a romantic respite under the stars, the Stargazing Concierge will also help guests identify constellations and meteor activity in the Caribbean sky.

A SEA OF POSSIBILITIES: SANDALS RESORTS INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATES WORLD OCEANS DAY WITH DONATIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of the Caribbean's leading luxury all-inclusive resort brands Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, is bridging the gap between healthy oceans and its Caribbean communities through a series of ongoing environmental initiatives. In honor of World Oceans Day, for every booking made on June 8th, a donation of $100 will be made on guests' behalf to the Sandals Foundation, the not-for-profit organization established in 2009 to make positive change throughout the Caribbean.

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  • Home is in the sands, in the breeze, and of course, in the ocean," says Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International.
  • Each year, we celebrate World Oceans Day, and this year, we'd love for our valued guests to join us in that.
  • Through SRI's newest partner Ocean Spirits, guests at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts in Grenada and Jamaica can support turtle conservation for Hawksbill, Leatherback, and Green Sea turtles.
  • To learn about Sandals and Beaches Resorts commitment to safeguarding the ocean, read our 'World Oceans Day 2023' blog post here .

The Week in Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, May 26, 2023

NEW YORK, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • The night brought together leaders in the Caribbean, valued members of the Sandals Resorts family, and Jamaica's most quintessential performers.
  • In addition to these popular releases, several must-read earnings reports crossed the wire this week, including the quarterly results for Lowe's and Petco .
  • These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about.
  • Photos and Videos: Thousands of multimedia assets are available to download and include in a journalist or blogger's next story.