Destination Guides

Sandals Butler Service: Is It Worth the Upgrade? (Honest Take After Visiting All 17 Resorts)

Is Sandals butler service worth the upgrade? After visiting all 17 Sandals resorts and experiencing butler service at multiple properties, here is an honest breakdown of what you get, what it costs, the best resorts for butler suites, tipping etiquette, and when to upgrade vs. when to skip it.

History of the Cayman Islands: From Columbus to Caribbean Paradise (Complete Travel Guide)

Discover the fascinating history of the Cayman Islands from Columbus’s 1503 discovery to today’s world-class Caribbean destination. Covers Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, Little Cayman, travel tips, and the best nearby all-inclusive resorts.

Your Complete Caribbean Vacation Guide: Best Islands, Resorts & Travel Tips (2026)

Planning a Caribbean vacation in 2026? This complete guide covers the best islands, all-inclusive resorts, travel tips, and insider advice from a Sandals Certified Platinum Elite Advisor who has visited all 17 Sandals and Beaches properties.

Barbados Travel Guide – March 2026

Barbados Travel Guide – March 2026

Barbados Travel GuideWhen I first traveled to Barbados, I came expecting breathtaking beaches. What I found was so much more - colorful colonial architecture, lively culture, incredible food, and a warmth in both the sun and the locals that made me fall in love with...

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Overwater Bungalows – 2026

Overwater Bungalows – 2026

The three Sandals resorts with overwater bungalows in 2026 are Sandals St. Vincent (newest, opened 2024), Sandals Royal Caribbean in Jamaica, and Sandals South Coast in Jamaica. These overwater villas feature glass floors for marine viewing, private infinity plunge...

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