Blog Posts Categorized Sandals & Beaches

Sandals Room Categories: What’s the Difference Between Luxury vs. Club vs. Butler Suites?

1/14/2025 • Blog, Sandals & Beaches, Tips • Have you landed on a Sandals resort, but now you can’t figure out what type of room you want? You’re not alone! With the number of categories, views, amenities and level of service offered, it can be a bit overwhelming. After reading this, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the level of service that perfectly matches the type of trip you’re envisioning. As a travel advisor who’s had the opportunity to experience each of these room categories at the various Sandals properties, I can confidently say that they each offer unique benefits tailored to different types of travelers. Whether you’re […]

Sandals Dunn’s River Review 2026: Why It’s Still My Favorite Sandals Resort Yet

3/22/2024 • Blog, Sandals & Beaches • Welcome to Sandals Dunn's River, the resort that reminded me why I fell in love with Sandals resorts so many years ago. I've now stayed at every Sandals resort—many of them multiple times—and after returning to Dunn's River several times, I can confidently say this is still my favorite resort in the entire Sandals collection. In fact, I'm writing this while sipping a Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee at Blum, the resort's adorable coffee shop, because I couldn't wait until I got home to tell you about it. So what makes Sandals Dunn's River so special? It's not just the stunning […]

Sandals Resorts Guide: Best Deals and How to Choose the Right Resort

9/24/2024 • Sandals & Beaches, Tips • Have you ever started researching an all-inclusive Caribbean getaway, filled with excitement over the endless possibilities, only to find yourself a week later with 27 open Chrome tabs and even more confused than when you started? Now, instead of a relaxing vacation, you’re facing a mountain of questions: ❓ Which Caribbean islands are most at risk for hurricanes? ❓ Is 45 minutes enough time to clear customs and catch a connection in Miami? ❓ Which destinations are safe to explore on your own? We get it—planning the perfect vacation can feel overwhelming. But what if you didn’t have to stress […]

Why Choosing a Sandals or Beaches All-Inclusive Resort Just Makes Financial Sense!

1/9/2024 • Blog, Reviews, Sandals & Beaches • My husband and I absolutely love Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts. I know, no surprise there. From the beaches and relaxing nature of the resort to the incredible food and lavish excursions, what’s not to love?! But one of our favorite “why’s” of why we love Sandals is from the financial aspect of the resorts. Our love affair with Sandals and Beaches All-Inclusive Resorts began in 2016 when we honeymooned in Grenada in the Caribbean. We actually fell into it at the recommendation of a friend because I was quite exhausted from planning our destination mountain wedding during the previous year and […]

Sandals Resorts in St. Lucia Compared (2025): Grande vs Halcyon vs La Toc

10/25/2022 • Blog, Reviews, Sandals & Beaches • If you’ve already chosen St. Lucia, you know it’s a breathtaking paradise—like Hawaii, but without the long flight if you're coming from the East Coast. Now, the big question: which Sandals resort is the best fit for you? With three stunning options, there's something for everyone. 👉Take advantage of up to 65% off! Sandals Grande St. Lucian Our first stop is Sandals Grande St. Lucian, a vibrant and stunning resort located on Gros-Islet, offering breathtaking views of Rodney Bay and the iconic Pitons—volcanic peaks draped in lush tropical greenery. Grande is known for its stunning over-the-water bungalows and beachfront rondovals […]

Sandals All-Inclusive South Coast Resort in Jamaica-Review

8/2/2022 • Reviews, Sandals & Beaches • Let me start this by saying that if luxury accommodations, distinctive cuisine, and exemplary services perched next to the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea sound like your dream vacation then read on.  My husband and I selected Sandals All-Inclusive South Coast Resort in Jamaica for an anniversary trip and now it is one of my all-time favorite destinations! It’s nestled in a 500-acre nature preserve and boasts beautiful European elegance throughout. The property itself is abounding with lush vegetation and wildlife, including hummingbirds and peacocks, which freely roam the grounds. When you first arrive, your bags are whisked off […]

Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts: Emerald Bay vs. Royal Bahamian

7/10/2024 • Blog, Reviews, Sandals & Beaches • You’ve narrowed down your trip to the Bahamas, but you can’t pick which resort will be right for you. Let your Certified Sandals Specialist help guide the way! My husband and I just returned from an amazing trip to both the Bahamian resorts, so we were able to experience the best of both worlds. One thing I love about the Sandals brand is that each resort is unique from the next, so there is something great to discover at each one. I can say with firsthand experience that even those on the same islands have vastly different characteristics compared to […]

Sandals Barbados or Sandals Royal Barbados: Which One Do You Choose?

6/16/2023 • Reviews, Sandals & Beaches • Barbados might be one of our favorite islands for so many reasons. The turquoise water is breathtaking, the cliffs on the north side of the island are magnificent, and the people are amazing! What’s not to love? We had visited Barbados pre-Sandals so when we found out Sandals was coming to Barbados, we were beyond excited and were finally able to take a trip there recently. The easy decision was going; the tough decision was figuring out which Sandals resort in Barbados we wanted to visit! There are two Sandals resorts on the island, so we had to make the […]