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I was working on this for one of my DW clients and thought the other Beaches Negril or potential Beaches Negril brides may enjoy this information! Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Norman Manley Boulevard P.O. Box 12, Negril, Jamaica, W.I. Distance from hotel to Sangster International Airport - Montego Bay , 50 miles (81 kms). Beaches Negril Resort & Spa is a sprawling resort situated on a 20-acre lushly wooded site with over 1,400 feet of white sand beach and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea. The property is designed for everyone; couples, singles and families vacationing with children. The resorts architecture features a blend of Caribbean influences surrounded by tropical greenery and landscaped courtyards. Hotel Amenities •Banana Boat Rides •Bar (swim-up) (2) •Basketball •Basketball (water) •Billiards •Bocce Ball •Car Rental ($) •Cards (deck of playing cards) •Croquet •Dry Cleaning Services ($) •Dry Cleaning Services (valet) ($) •Exchange Facilities •Excursions ($) •Games (board) •Gardens •Gift Shop •Glass Bottom Boat •Horseshoes •Kayaks •Knee Boards •Laundry Facilities (coin-operated) ($) •Miniature Golf ($) •Physically Challenged Accommodations •Pool (toddler) •Pools (2) •Sailing •Shuffleboard •Snorkeling •Soccer •Spa ($) •Table Tennis •Taxi Services ($) •Tennis Courts (day/night) •Tour Desk ($) •Volleyball (beach) •Water Polo •Water Skiing •Waverunners (nearby) ($) •Whirlpools (3) •Windsurfing Children's Activities Sesame Street Activities (character appearances and parades) Children's Camp Your precious little ones are in safe and caring hands at Beaches Negril. The Kids Camp is specially designed to accommodate guests 12 years and under. Infants will be rocked to sleep in individual cribs in an air-conditioned, fully equipped nursery. The other children are divided into 3 different age groups and have planned, supervised activities throughout the day. The Kids Camp opens from 9:00am to 9:00pm daily and features activities for all of the age groups at different times. 0-5yrs. 9:00am-6:00pm 6-7yrs. 9:00am-8:00pm 8-12yrs. 9:00am-9:00pm Private Nanny babysitting, baby strollers, and buggy rentals are all available at and additional fee. Video Game Room Kids of all ages can get into the action and play today's hottest video games and can experience today's hottest video game consoles. Scuba Diving Please be advised that guests will be charged additional fees for scuba diving services at all Sandals and Beaches Resorts. Please Note: • If a guest does both the resort course and the certification, the charges are combined at an additional cost per person. • All guests who complete the resort course will receive a certification good for a year at any resort. • These fees will be charged at the resort. Water Park Pirates Water Theme Park: The 18,000 square foot theme park features two slides each 204 feet long(4 foot height requirement), a splash deck and a 392 foot lazy river. Open daily. Miscellaneous Amenities • Cricket • Photo Shop ($) Amphitheater Big Top Amphitheatre Children's Amenities Staffed Nursery Teen disco Special Menus for Kids Kids Camp Video Game Center Supervised Activities Fitness Center The Fitness Center incorporates a 900 square feet of aerobics workout area and a 900 square feet gymnasium fully equipped with stair climbers treadmills, walk fits and free weights. A Jacuzzi serves the fitness center and the whole area has its own distributed sound system. ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them. Accommodation Categories and Descriptions Arrival/Departure Time: Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 11:00 am Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability. Children Policy: • Children under 2 stay free when sharing same room with parent(s), using existing bedding. • Children 2-15 pay children's rate also sharing room with parent(s), using existing bedding. Maximum Occupancy: Deluxe Negril - 4 persons (with double beds), and 3 persons (with king bed). Honeymoon Deluxe Negril - 4 persons (with double beds), and 3 persons (with king bed). Premium Negril - 4 persons (with double beds), and 3 persons (with king bed). Luxury Oceanview - 3 persons. • Grande Luxe Beachfront - 4 persons. • Honeymoon Grande Luxe Beachfront - 4 persons. • Beachfront Suite - 5 persons. • Honeymoon Suite - 5 persons. • Beachfront 1 Bedroom Suite - 6 persons. • Beachfront 2 Bedroom Suite - 8 persons. • Beachfront 3 Bedroom Suite - 12 persons. Please Note: • For the Deluxe Negril and Honeymoon Deluxe Negril room categories there may be an the exception made to the maximum persons allowed. They can hold a maximum of 5 bodies, as long as it is 2 adults with 3 small children. Deluxe Negril, (formerly known as Deluxe Seaside) Located in the Santa Cruz and Savannah Buildings, and can be found on the first through third floors. All rooms have a patio or balcony. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Garden. Honeymoon Deluxe Negril, (formerly known as Honeymoon Deluxe Seaside) rooms have a patio or balcony and views of the lush, perfumed gardens. They are located on floors one through three in the Santa Cruz and Savannah buildings. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. Premium Negril, {WA}, (formerly known as Premium Seaside) Located in the Santa Cruz and Savannah Buildings, and can be found on the first through third floors. All rooms have a patio or balcony and a full bath. Wheelchair access. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Garden. Luxury Oceanview, Located in the Montpelier Building on the first through third floors. All rooms have a patio or balcony and a full bath. View: Gardens and Partial Ocean. Bedding: 1 king bed. Grand Luxury Beachfront, {WA}, Located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier Buildings and are located on the first and second floors only. This room comes with a a patio. Wheelchair access. Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed (twin). View: Partial Ocean. Honeymoon Grande Luxe Beachfront Concierge Room, {CA}, Located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier Buildings and are located on the third floors only. Entry level concierge room with a balcony, and a full bath. View: Gardens and Partial Ocean. Concierge Accommodation. Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed (twin). Honeymoon Suite, {CA}, These suites are located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier buildings. They are identical to the Beachfront Suite but is more set back from the beach. Nonetheless, the view is still spectacular. Romantically secluded. Located on the first through third floors. All rooms have balconies. View: Ocean and Garden. Concierge Accommodation. Bedding: 1 king bed (four-poster) and 1 sofa bed (double). Beachfront Suite, These suites are located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier buildings. Each have a large bedroom with both bedroom and sitting area incorporated into the same area. Includes four poster mahogany bed. Located on first through third floors with balcony or patio. View: Beach, Ocean. Concierge Accommodation. Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed (double). Beachfront One Bedroom Suite, {CA}, This suite is the same as the two-bedroom suite, excluding one bedroom. • These suites are located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier buildings and are found on the first through third floors. Accommodations include one bedroom connecting to a large living room area. The suite has a king bed and a full bathroom. Additional bedding consists of 3 pull out sofa beds. All suites have either a patio or balcony. View: Beach, Gardens, Ocean. Concierge Accommodation. Beachfront Two Bedroom, {BS08}{CA}, These suites are located in the Santa Cruz, Savannah and Montpelier buildings and are found on the first through third floors. They are as close to the beach as the site allows. All suites have a balcony or patio. Accommodations include: two full bedrooms each with king sized beds all connecting to a large living room area and 3 full bathrooms. Additional bedding: 3 pull out sofa beds. View: Beach, Ocean, and Garden. Concierge Accommodation. Beachfront Three Bedroom Suite(*), {BS08}{CA}, These suites are located on the first and second floors of the Santa Cruz Blocks. Suites feature 3 full bedrooms and bathrooms (1 master bedroom with a king bed and a double sofa bed, 1 room with a king and a single sofa bed and 1 room with 2 double beds and a single sofa bed.) Suites also have a living room, patio and come with exclusive Butler service. Concierge accommodation. View: Ocean. Suite Concierge Program • The Suite Concierge Center opens daily from 8:00am-8:00pm with a dedicated Concierge to assist with requests including excursions, restaurant and spa reservations and just about anything you need. • Preferred check-in for all guests booked in concierge accommodations either in the Suite or at the Suite Center including champagne upon arrival. • In-Suite bars with scotch, gin, vodka, rum, beer, red & white wine, champagne and assorted soft drinks and water. • Use of his/her robes. Beaches Suites with Butler Service: • The Beaches Suites with Butler Service come with the uncompromising attention of a personal butler trained to the highest standards by the elite Guild of Professional English Butlers, guests will be pampered throughout there stay in extraordinary ways. From unpacking to packing your luggage, attending to your wardrobe, serving a glorious repast on your terrace just to name a few. A Beaches suite, complete with your own personal butler, is the ultimate indulgence. {BS08} Denotes a category that includes Butler Service for 2008. {CA} Concierge Accommodation (Concierge Service). {WA} Wheelchair Access (Available upon request). (*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given. All accommodations include: safe, bathroom (private), television, coffee maker, ironing board, air conditioning, iron, ceiling fan, hairdryer, microwave (on request), balcony or patio, telephone, clock radio and shower. Miscellaneous Amenities Cribs and rollaways are available upon request at no charge and therefore not guaranteed. Rollaways must not surpass the maximum room occupancy. Physically Challenged Accommodations There are 8 ground floor rooms specifically designed with extra wide doors and modified bathroom facilities for the physically challenged. Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed. Food and Beverage Outlets Main Pool Bar General Opening Hours: 10:00am- 6:00pm Nicole's Disco Bar General Opening Hours: 10:00pm- 3:00am Piazza Pool Bar General Opening Hours: 11:00am-10:00pm Safari Bar General Opening Hours: 8:00pm- 1:00am Seville Bar General Opening Hours: 6:00pm-10:00pm Theatre Bar General Opening Hours: 5:00pm-12:00pm The Mill, This open-air restaurant features international cuisine served buffet-style either indoor or outdoor over looking the main pool. Reservations not required. Also serves breakfast and lunch. Blazing Paradise Beach Grill, Serving delicious burgers, jerk chicken, hot dogs and more throughout the day and until the wee hours of the morning. Cafe Carnival, Italian favorites in an open-air setting with brick-oven pizza and a full service pasta bar where your selection is cooked to order. Reservations are not required. Cuisine: Italian. Kimonos, Specializes in Teppanyaki-style cuisine prepared at your table by an entertaining chef. Non-smoking. Reservations are required. Dress code is casual (dress shorts). Cuisine: Japanese. Last Chance Saloon, This casual open-air restaurant features a la carte grilled fare, salads and soups. Reservations are not required. Dress code is casual (dress shorts). Cuisine: Southwest. The Seville, This elegant Georgian-style restaurant for adults only, serves authentic Jamasian cuisine with impeccable white-gloved service. No smoking. Reservations not required. Dress code is casual elegance (long pants, shoes, and collared shirts). Add-On Package (Adventure 09-10) HONEYMOON ADVENTURE PACKAGE 2009-2010 These packages allow guests to customize their honeymoon into an unforgettable experience Booking Dates: 12/18/2008 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2009 - 12/31/2010 Package Inclusions: • Three tours of your choosing such as: • >River Kayaking/Tubing Safari Tour >Mountain Bike Riding Tour (Based on Terrain) >Horseback Riding & Swim Tour >Sunset Cruise (not available at Sandals Whitehouse) >Horseback Mountain & Farm Ride (All Greenery) >River Rafting • Picnic packs provided for all tours • Videographer travels with guest on one excursion of their choice and provides complimentary DVD • Private scuba dive based on guest's experience level • Private sailing lesson • Dual sports massage at Red Lane Spa - 50 minutes Please Note: • This package is only available in Jamaica (MBJ) Add-On Package (Honeymoon) HONEYMOON PACKAGE Package Inclusions: • On one morning during their stay, each honeymoon couple will receive breakfast in bed served with a hand written note from the General Manager. • On their first night, the turndown service will include flower petals on their bed. • On arrival, all honeymoon couples will receive a bottle of chilled champagne with glasses elegantly arranged in an ice bucket. A hand written note from the General Manager will accompany this gift. Please Note: • Guests must register online at least 3 days prior to travel and show proof of their marriage. • Honeymoon guests will be asked to fax a copy of their marriage certificate to the resort prior to travel for validation purposes. Procedure for Registering Online: • Go to Beaches Caribbean Family Resorts - All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacation • Click on the "Online Check-In" link on the top right of the homepage. • Fill in appropriate information and submit Add-On Package (Romance 09-10) HONEYMOON ROMANCE PACKAGE 2009-2010 These packages allow guests to customize their honeymoon into an unforgettable experience. Booking Dates: 12/18/2008 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2009 - 12/31/2010 Package Inclusions: • Exclusive private transfer from airport with fruit, champagne and chocolate • Private four-course dinner ocean side for two • Breakfast in bed for one morning during the stay • Rose petal bath for two • Couples champagne massage - 50 minutes -"Me and My Honey" Journal- Scrapbook and Honeymoon photo session** • One Complimentary 5" x 7" honeymoon photograph • Romantic Sunset Cruise (varies by resort) • Private picnic for two (Each resort has a private place for guests to enjoy their picnic - gardens or beach or the Offshore Islands at Sandals Royal Bahamian and Sandals Royal Caribbean) • Massage lesson at Red Lane Spa Please Note: • (**)"Me and My Honey" is a Sandals Scrapbook and will be distributed on-island for guests to receive during stay • This package is available at All Islands (ANU, MBJ, NAS, PLS and UVF) Add-On Package (The Crystal Collection) THE CRYSTAL COLLECTION This is one of the Preston Bailey Signature Weddingmoon Packages. Travel Dates: 01/01/2007 - 12/31/2009 Package Inclusions: • The purity and passion of romance unfolds with the supreme elegance of white roses accented with delicate sea shells and conch shells filled with regal orchids. • A white organza ruffle overlay holds the large shell covered bowl filled with roses and white orchids and a large fluted glass vase filled with seashells topped with a profusion of white roses. White orchids grace the center of the table. A white rose petal place mat holds a clear-glass charger plate and white linen napkin tied with raffia accented by tiny seashells. The two-tier cake has white rose sugar flowers on a clear glass cake stand. Palm frond hand fans provide accent decor. The signature "Crystal Wedding Tree" with votives, crystals and orchids hanging from tree branches is set for the most romantic candlelight dinner in an intimate garden. • The Crystal Collection includes a ceremony on the beach underneath a magnificent and traditional white rose arc; a wedding cake reception with elaborate seashell, orchid and rose centerpieces and a romantic dinner for two under Preston's Signature Crystal Wedding Tree. The bride's bouquet is a classic cluster of roses enhanced by banana leaves and tied with sheer silk organza ribbon and the groom's boutonniere is white rose and white cymbidium orchids or a small cluster of shells from the sea. The aisle is decorated with conch shells filled with orchids and silk orchid petals scattered on the ground. An ensemble of three musicians will provide the background music. Please Note: • All Preston Bailey Signature Packages listed above are at an additional cost. • All decor items for each collection are created using high quality silk floral from some of the finest purveyors in the world. Bride has choice of either fresh floral or keepsake silk for her bouquet. Please keep in mind that fresh floral is not allowed to be taken through US Customs. For a nominal charge, why not have fresh flowers for the ceremony and take home the silk keepsake! Add-On Package (The Floral Elegance) THE FLORAL ELEGANCE COLLECTION This is one of the Preston Bailey Signature Weddingmoon Packages. Travel Dates: 01/01/2007 - 12/31/2009 Package Inclusions: • Green floor length linen will enhance the setting along with ivory satin and tulle chair covers for the bride and groom and two guests. The cake consists of matching pagoda flowers in sugar to adorn a two-tier, stacked cake on a clear glass cake stand. • The Floral Elegance Collection uses the existing gazebos and enhances them with silk decor elements. The location decor consists of two hanging ornaments of one large pagoda flower ball with small pagoda flower balls above and below. The ornament is suspended with a ribbon and has three sewn pagoda garlands at the bottom with pagoda garland between the two. Bridal bouquet is a pagoda flower ball with a pearl wristlet. The table center- pieces consist of one tall pagoda topiary and a low, potted centerpiece in terra cotta. The topiary pagoda flower ball sits on a rope-wrapped dowel with a small vine spiraling into the base. This is all sitting in a terra cotta pot with pagoda flowers at the base. • Amidst the romantic setting of arched gazebos to the minute details of the groom's boutonniere, white pagoda flowers emphasize the drama of divine romance. Please Note: • All Preston Bailey Signature Packages listed above are at an additional cost. • All decor items for each collection are created using high quality silk floral from some of the finest purveyors in the world. Bride has choice of either fresh floral or keepsake silk for her bouquet. Please keep in mind that fresh floral is not allowed to be taken through US Customs. For a nominal charge, why not have fresh flowers for the ceremony and take home the silk keepsake! Add-On Package (The Seascape Collection) THE SEASCAPE COLLECTION This is one of the Preston Bailey Signature Weddingmoon Packages. Travel Dates: 01/01/2007 - 12/31/2009 Package Inclusions: • The table is accented by a daisy table runner and daisy-wrapped votive candles. The linen is a palm leaf color green floor-length cloth. A clear glass charger plate sits gently on a daisy place mat with a white linen daisy tied napkin. The cake is decorated with a pale yellow butter cream dotted with sugar daisies on a glass cake stand. • The Seascape Collection is fresh, innovative and contemporary. Incorporating a beautiful silk panel screen of daisies and enhanced by gentle touches of white linen, this screen is meant to be set on a beach framing the ocean as the dramatic backdrop. The bridal bouquet is a cluster of white gerbera daisies tied with variegated leaf and raffia with a matching white daisy boutonniere. • This collection captures the uniquely romantic setting of a tropical seaside wedding by gloriously accenting it with white daisies that evoke a jubilant sense of joy. Please Note: • All Preston Bailey Signature Packages listed above are at an additional cost. • All decor items for each collection are created using high quality silk floral from some of the finest purveyors in the world. Bride has choice of either fresh floral or keepsake silk for her bouquet. Please keep in mind that fresh floral is not allowed to be taken through US Customs. For a nominal charge, why not have fresh flowers for the ceremony and take home the silk keepsake! Add-On Package (The Water Lily Collection) THE WATER LILY COLLECTION This is one of the Preston Bailey Signature Weddingmoon Packages. Travel Dates: 01/01/2007 - 12/31/2009 Package Inclusions: • Hot pink tulle chair covers enhanced with two pink water lilies on the back are for the bride and groom and two guests. All of this is enhanced by the delicious two- tier designed cake on a glass cake stand. • A tall glass vase with pink water lilies is the table's second centerpiece in a terra cotta pot. Hot pink silk linens welcome the green leaf silk placemats accompanied by a glass charger and large water lily to hold a place card. • The Water Lily Collection features vibrant pinks that infuse passion among this collection of cymbidium orchids and the delicate spreading water lilies. Gathered in sophisticated silver Tussie Mussie, deep pink cymbidium orchids are brought together and accented with folded variegated leaves to create the bride's bouquet and a single cymbidium orchid makes the boutonniere. Green and red silk leaves with branches, burgundy cymbidium orchids and vibrant water lilies covering a "door frame" style arch surround the bride and groom. • Inspired by the vibrant aquatic flower, this collection showcases these pink petaled wonders and carries them throughout the entire wedding and reception. Please Note: • All Preston Bailey Signature Packages listed above are at an additional cost. • All decor items for each collection are created using high quality silk floral from some of the finest purveyors in the world. Bride has choice of either fresh floral or keepsake silk for her bouquet. Please keep in mind that fresh floral is not allowed to be taken through US Customs. For a nominal charge, why not have fresh flowers for the ceremony and take home the silk keepsake! Add-On Package (Weddingmoon Basic Package) WEDDINGMOON BASIC PACKAGE Package Inclusions: • Certified marriage license • Preparation of documents -"Just Married" t-shirts • One (1) 5"x7" wedding photograph • Continental breakfast-in-bed the next morning • Candlelight dinner for Bride & Groom • Services of a Wedding Consultant • Two-tiered Caribbean wedding cake • Two (2) guests may attend ceremony & reception • Champagne and chilled hors d'oeuvres reception for thirty minutes • Best Man/Maid of Honor or Witness • Marriage officer • Pre-recorded musical accompaniment • Bridal bouquet & Groom's boutonniere • Picturesque ceremony location Please Note: • Basic WeddingMoon Package is based on stays of (7) nights or longer. • Promotional categories are not included. Payment Policy Changes for Basic Weddings effective 06/01/07: • Deposit of $200.00 due within 7 days from when booking is made • For Jamaica properties this deposit will be considered full payment • Full balance due 60 days prior to the client's arrival date • Fees are non-refundable as of 45 days prior to the arrival date • For group bookings of 10 or more rooms the above rate will be included as part of the wedding package Specialty Package (All Inclusive)) ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE Package Inclusions: • Tips & gratuities • Hotel taxes • Hotel taxes • Entertainment • Windsurfing • Sailing • Waterskiing • Scuba diving • Land sports (including golf in Jamaica and St. Lucia only) • Unlimited premium drinks • Gourmet dining • All meals, anytime snacks • Luxurious accommodations Package inclusions are subject to change. Bonus Features -Resort Transportation - Complimentary round-trip transfers from the Sangster International Airport. Miscellaneous Information Single Parent Features • Weekly (Tuesday 6:00pm) "Welcome Cocktail Party" exclusively for Single Parents and their children. Management and FunPals will host the cocktail party. -"Movie Night" (Thursdays) exclusively for children of Single Parents. • A second cocktail function (Thursdays) for Single Parents only. SINGLE PARENT FEATURES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Exchange Privileges Information • The complimentary shuttle between Beaches Negril and Beaches Sandy Bay has restarted. The shuttle will start operating at 10:00am and run until 10:00pm with departures from Beaches Sandy Bay every 2 hours with the return journey on the half hour. • Guests of Beaches Boscobel can visit Beaches Negril & Beaches Sandy Bay; however, transfers are NOT provided by the Resorts (except as noted above). Similarly Beaches Negril & Beaches Sandy Bay guests can visit Beaches Boscobel; transfers will be at the guests' own expense. • Guests staying at Beaches Negril or Beaches Sandy Bay will be able to use the facilities at the other Beaches Resort at no cost but the transfer will at their own expense except as noted above. Want to Know More: Theme Nights Monday - Family Funfest Tuesday - Jazzy Tuesday Wednesday - Guest and Staff Talent Show Thursday - Jamaica Jamboree Friday - Island Fantasy Saturday - Caribbean Fiesta Sunday - Mello Moods Children's Programs • Sesame Street character breakfasts are now available on Wednesdays and Sundays each week. • Activites are available that include children's favorite Sesame Street characters. The gang includes Elmo, Zoe, Grover, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie and recently the newest member Abby Cadabby. Please Note: • Some of the Sesame Street activities are at an additional cost. General Information • Tipping: Beaches Negril Resort & Spa has a "NO TIPPING" policy for all employees, with the exception of the butlers. • Orientation: Twice daily, 10:00am or 5:00pm for all guests at the Big Top Amphitheater. • Ambassadors are available to assist non-English speaking guests. • Dinner Reservations - Guest services desk between 8:00am-6:00pm • Nurses Station is available daily (on call 24 hours). Beaches Weddings For Beaches wedding fees, please note that the government and license fees are not included. Please advise agents to call Beaches for all current fees! Entertainment • Bars: 7 • Piano Bar (Safari Bar) • Karaoke • Disco • Video Games Center • Nightly shows • Live entertainment • Theme nights • Talent show • Amphitheater Smoking Policy Please be advised that all Beaches resorts will be non-smoking in any enclosed areas. Examples are bars, restaurants, lobbies, conference facilities, retail facilities and nightclubs. Smoking will be permitted in all open areas and designated rooms. Minimum Night Stay Requirements All minimum lengths of stay requirements are subject to change without notice. 2009 03/20/09-04/16/09, 3-night minimum stay required. • 12/19/09-12/31/09, 6-night minimum stay required. Warmest Regards- Jennifer

Quote: Originally Posted by Sheree10 We're still undecided as to whether we will have TA. We may just go directly with the hotel and through the airline to get group rates. BTW, I called American Airlines the other day and got some information about their Group Wedding Program. The guests can get a discount if they book with your group, it doesn't matter where they leave from. They use a code you provide and get a cheaper rate. Great option for those who may not want to use a TA. keep in mind that the discount is off of rack rates- it will not apply to sale rates so it may not allways be the lowest price!

Interesting website- and a little scary! I found this on another forum I visit. www.expedianews.com

Unfortunately I hear of this alot- a family friend/uncle/co worker does travel on the side/as a hobby/part time ect so the bride just has to use them.....then when it's in the thick of things the TA decides she's done playing travel agent and just up & quits! I can not stress enough to use a TA who is familiar with DW's- they are a tremedous amount of work on the TA side (and totally different than booking an occasional vacation) and the hobbiest is just not prepared for everything and the time commitment involved! If she has taken deposit on the pkgs she will need to turn those over to another agent at the agency she uses so that they will be serviced all the way through- ou may have no say in who this other agent is and if this person will provide what you & your guests will need ( if it is YTB then you may be in a world of hurt as they typically are all hobbiests). I would NOT put any additional money under deposit-if she is not going to service the bookings then you could be in for a lot of stress. I would definately use TA Lindsey!

I'm going to Beaches Turks & Caicos April 27-29th, 2009 to do a site visit and do some training!! I am so excited to see the new waterpark & the new village! I'll be getting lots of pictures to share with my clients!

it is standard for the bride & groom to do photo's after the ceremony- in both a traditional wedding and a DW! jamaicabride- I would give yourself more than 30 minutes though - typically most couple suse about an hr-hr and a half for photo's! If you use less time, great but you'd hate to miss out on a some great photo's if you don't have enough time!

The "events" are for the girls only ( it'd be pretty uncomfortable having guys at the Confessions PJ party LOL!) but we've had women travel with their husbands and children but attend the "events" without them! The BFF is selling out for each of the dates! It's also a great babymoon ( minus the cocktail party!) or bachelorette vacation!

2009 Golf Retreats at Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club This is a great Bachelor Party or even something that you could book as an extra for your wedding guests! Booking Window for May Event: February 19, 2009 – May 4, 2009 Booking Window for November Event: February 19, 2009 – November 9, 2009 Travel Window May Event: May 7 – 11, 2009 ( 5 days / 4 nights) Travel Window November Event: November 12-16, 2009 ( 5 days/ 4 nights) Categories: All rack rate room categories Min. Stay: 3 Nights Offer: Guests who book one of these golf retreats will receive the PLAY PARADISE golf package, and the following: Deluxe accommodations (single supplement waived) Welcome Cocktail reception Farewell Dinner & Poker game 2-man scramble tournament $50 Red Lane Spa Credit 10% discount on purchases of $100 or more at the pro-shop Play Paradise Golf Package (value $890), which includes: One Day PGA Golf School Powered by Nike Golf A Nike Golf Club Fitting with Nike 360 Fitting System Complimentary caddie, cart and advanced tee times Lunch daily at the Jamaica Jerk Shack located at the golf course Complimentary bottle of wine off the Manager’s List* Cost = $1,299 per person. Limit 4 adults. Child rate at rack. *Room Category Name: Beaches Golf Retreat (BGR)

Play Paradise Golf Packages at Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Golf Resort & Sandals Dunn’s River Villagio Golf Resort & Spa Details as follows: Promo Name: Play Paradise Golf Package Booking Window: Now – until further notice Travel Window: Now – until further notice Categories: All rack rate room categories Min. Stay: 3 Nights Offer:In addition to unlimited golf at Sandals Golf & Country Club in Ocho Rios, guests can add the Play Paradise Golf Package year-round, which includes: One Day PGA Golf School Powered by Nike Golf A Nike Golf Club Fitting with Nike 360 Fitting System Complimentary caddie, cart and advanced tee times Lunch daily at the Jamaica Jerk Shack located at the golf course Complimentary bottle of wine off the Manager’s List* Cost = $295 per person (value $890) *complimentary bottle of wine will be selected by the resort ($40 value) Play Paradise will be bookable on the floor as a special item. This is a great special for those that like to golf- the greens fees are always included at Sandals Ocho Rios properties but the PGA school, carts, lunch and caddies are always extra!!

NEW Beaches BFF Girls Getaways Dates in 2010! Due to the tremendous success of this offer, we are happy to announce that we have opened up new dates for this fantastic experience! Whether single, married, or simply looking to get away with the girls, the B.F.F Girls Getaway will be sure to deliver fun, sun and the ultimate girls bonding experience! Promotion Name: Beaches Negril BFF Girls Getaway Booking Window: Now – January 19, 2010 Travel Window: January 21 – 25, 2010 Resort : Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Categories: Run of House Cost: $1199 per person, based on double occupancy (single rate $1649) Promotion Name: Beaches Turks & Caicos BFF Girls Getaway Booking Window: Now – April 27, 2010 Travel Window: April 29 – May 3, 2010 Resort: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa Categories: Run of House Cost: $1199 per person, based on double occupancy (single rate $1649) Promotion Name: Beaches Turks & Caicos Fall BFF Girls Getaway Booking Window: Now – October 12, 2010 Travel Window: October 14 – 18, 2010 Resort: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa Categories: Run of House Cost: $1199 per person Offer: Cocktail Party, Sunset Catamaran sail-away; beach yoga and seaside Pilates, chartered private snorkeling, island dance classes, “Wineâ€-ing Allowed food & wine tasting, Confessions PJ Bonfire Party sponsored by Harlequin and much, more! Also as an added value we are tossing in a slew of goodies and welcome gifts (beach bags, etc.), a 10% discount at the gift shop, a free 5 X 7 photograph, plus a $200 Red Lane® Spa voucher. Normal booking procedures apply. Price based per person, and is based on availability. Offer is not combinable with any other promotion. Space is limited and additional nights are available at published rates. Activities are subject to change. Child rates apply. Suite & Concierge rooms available at an additional cost. No reduced rate for shortened stays. Spa credit not redeemable for cash. Offer may not be applicable for group bookings.

Families can receive one night free at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, home to the new Italian Village and expanded Pirates Island Waterpark, on bookings made by April 30, 2009 for travel through 2010. BEACHES RESORTS OFFERS ONE NIGHT FREE THROUGH 2010 ~Families Who Book a Seven-Night Stay at Any Beaches Resort Location by April 30, 2009 For Travel During Select Dates in 2009 and 2010 Can Receive One Night Free~ What could be better than a seven-night Luxury Included® family getaway at Beaches Resorts? Getting that same seven-night Luxury Included® family getaway for the price of only six nights! With the extension of Beaches Resorts’ one night free* promotion, families who book a minimum seven-night stay at any of the four Beaches Resorts locations in Turks & Caicos and Jamaica by April 30, 2009 for travel during select dates in 2009 and 2010 (travel dates vary per resort) receive their first night FREE. Families who opt for an extended stay in paradise at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa can enjoy one night free during select travel dates this year. Guests who book a minimum seven-night stay by April 30, 2009 for travel between September 1, 2009 and December 17, 2010 can receive their first night FREE in all room categories. The one night free deal is also available for families vacationing at Beaches Sandy Bay and Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club. Guests who book a minimum seven-night stay at either resort by April 30, 2009 for travel between August 24, 2009 and December 17, 2010 are also eligible to receive their first night FREE in all room categories. Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is also in full sale-a-bration mode, offering guests who book a minimum seven-night stay at the resort’s Caribbean and French Villages by April 30, 2009 for travel between September 1, 2009 and October 31, 2009 with one night free. The one night free deal is also valid at all of the resort’s three, equally enticing villages – including the all-new Italian Village – when guests travel between November 1, 2009 and December 17, 2010. No matter the time of year, guests can take advantage of the resort’s newly revamped Pirates Island Waterpark featuring seven new slides and the Caribbean’s only surf simulator. The new Italian Village also delivers a sprawling retail mecca and five additional gourmet restaurants, for a resort total of 16 delicious eateries. Through this exclusive offer, guests have an additional day to enjoy gourmet meals; all premium brand wine and spirits; luxurious accommodations; outrageous waterparks; a wide array of watersports; XBOX 360® Game Garages; Crayola Art Camps; and exclusive Kids Camps with a full schedule of age-appropriate activities. Tiny tots will enjoy the Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street, where they can spend one more day with their favorite friends from the Sesame Street gang. Brand new teen and tween programming will keep coming-of-age guests on their toes, whether dancing at aqua-themed nightclub, Liquid; learning how to become a DJ at the Scratch DJ Academy; or lounging with new friends at Trench Town. With additional amenities including Butler Service, Red Lane® Spas and WeddingMoons® and FamilyMoons® packages to make your wedding day just prefect, Beaches Resorts truly offers something for everyone. *Blackout dates apply.

This is one of the many reasons that as a professional TA, I support Sandals resorts! Mr Stewart and his family have quietly been doing charitable works for over 30 yrs! - SANDALS RESORTS INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES CREATION OF PHILANTHROPIC ARM, THE SANDALS FOUNDATION ~Caribbean’s Leading Resort Company Establishes Organization Aimed at Bettering the Region through Community, Educational and Environmental Outreach~ Adam Stewart, CEO of Sandals Resorts International Announces Creation of The Sandals Foundation on Sandals Cay on March 18th On the evening of March 18, 2009 at Adam Stewart, CEO of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), Chairman, Hon. Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, announced the creation of The Sandals Foundation, the Caribbean resort company’s official philanthropic arm. The newly established organization will aim to unite the region under one common goal: to elevate its people and protect its delicate ecosystem. Distinguished guests, including Prime Minister Bruce Golding; Anita Stewart, Vice President of Corporate Sponsorship for Sesame Workshop; Gerard J. Arpey, Chairman of American Airlines; and local dignitaries were on hand for the official announcement. Supporters of The Sandals Foundation – including Yellowbird Foundation and Flankers Peace and Justice Center – also presented generous donations to the cause during the ceremony. After receiving the CA$50,000 donation from Yellowbird Foundation – the largest donation given to The Sandals Foundation thus far – CEO Adam Stewart announced that it will contribute to building Jamaica’s first environmentally-friendly school designed specifically to Green Globe Certification standards at the Culloden Early Childhood Institution in Westmoreland. According to Adam Stewart, the work of the Foundation is both a mission and passion for his family. “It is my great pleasure to put a formal and transparent face on the work my father [sRI founder and chairman Gordon “Butch” Stewart] began more than thirty years ago: to make the Caribbean a better place for the people who live and work here,” Stewart said. “We are the Caribbean. As my father taught me long ago, we have the means, and therefore the responsibility, to act.” Sandals Resorts International Founder and Chairman Hon. Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart presents a cheque for JA$500,000 on behalf of the newly launched Sandals Foundation to Marilyn Nash of Flankers Peace and Justice Center The Sandals Foundation seeks to harness the resources, talents, partnerships and awareness behind the Sandals Resorts brand to tackle a myriad of issues affecting the Caribbean under three broad headings: 1). community, 2). education and 3). environment. The Sandals Foundation is led by Adam Stewart, as well as a board of directors comprised of top SRI executives, who have been selected for their commitment to the Foundation’s mission, their range of experience, as well as their personal life experiences. According to Adam Stewart, the Foundation will make a real difference in the Caribbean through “changing lives, shaping futures and lifting spirits” and will enable SRI to significantly increase its financial commitment to people and communities most in need from the current US$11 million (per year) by 2011. Citing that education “provides the best opportunity for individuals as well as nations to improve their lot,” Adam Stewart emphasized that this will continue be a cornerstone of the Foundation’s work. All SRI resorts across the Caribbean are required to adopt schools and, in some cases, entire communities to ensure that the message of health, safety, environmental concern and opportunity is filtered throughout. From procuring new computer labs and building additional classrooms, to funding scholarships for top performing students and hosting career days, resort staff members continually share their resources with the Caribbean’s youth. Under the Foundation, mentorship programs will also be expanded and fostered further to encourage and nurture the success of local residents. Healthcare and empowerment are also top community priorities for The Sandals Foundation. The company sponsors several health clinics to help ensure that all members of the community have access to proper healthcare. Each year, the company supports the international humanitarian group, “Great Shape 1000 Smiles Project,” that provides communities in Jamaica with free dental care. Through this backing, more than thirty dental professionals from the U.S. provide a range of complimentary services including cleanings, fillings and sealants at temporary dental clinics. Education programs aimed at healthy living are also part of the Foundation’s work including HIV/AIDS awareness, senior citizen wellness and youth arts and sports programs. Hospitality training programs for resident citizens and agricultural partnerships with local farmers are among the empowerment programs that teach lifelong skills and provide economic opportunity. The final component to the Foundation’s mission is the environment and here, Sandals Resorts has a long tradition of protecting the region it calls home. Today, all Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are certified by Green Globe– the worldwide benchmarking and certification program for sustainable travel and tourism. This was achieved in concert with the local community where SRI, and now The Sandals Foundation, work tirelessly to restore, clean and maintain the region’s delicate coral reef; educate fishermen on environmentally-friendly fishing practices; and regularly conduct beach clean-ups and tree-planting programs. In December 2008, Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa became the world’s first and sole recipient of the inaugural Green Globe Platinum Certification Award. Green Globe recognized that Sandals Negril, which was also the first all-inclusive resort to earn Green Globe Certification, had reached an entirely new level of achievement in its sustainable tourism practices. Green Globe Certified Platinum acknowledges Sandals Negril’s continuous certification under the Green Globe Company Standard for the past ten years. Among the resort’s most notable achievements, as outlined in a recent Onsite Certification Audit, are the preservation of local flora and fauna; housekeeping staff expertly trained on the latest environmental practices; eco-friendly signage and postings located throughout the resort; and an onsite Green Team that executes activities such as beach and coral reef cleanups. Anita Stewart, Vice President of Corporate Sponsorship for Sesame Workshop and long-time partner of Sandals Resorts International SRI brand partners, some of the best known names in their respective fields, such as Sesame Workshop, have joined with The Sandals Foundation to expand its impact. Throughout the year, the Sesame Street characters, who have been delighting Beaches Resorts guests for more than four years, journey into local communities to participate in anti-litter campaigns, teach children about road safety awareness, deliver holiday gifts to the poor and comfort the sick. Sesame Workshop has also worked closely with Beaches Resorts to create ongoing educational programs such as “Story Time with Elmo,” designed to instill a passion for reading in children, and “Exploring with Grover,” an environmental program that emphasizes oceanography and teaches children how they can participate in making their world better. Guests of Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, The Royal Plantation Collection or Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts may also participate in the work of the Foundation through: cash donations made at the resorts; special purchases in the gift shop, with a percentage of proceeds going to the Foundation’s efforts; or community work, where guests can roll up their sleeves and donate some of their vacation time to work alongside resort team members out in the community. To learn more about The Sandals Foundation, please visit Sandals Foundation, or send inquiries to: [email protected] or call 876-684-8613.

We have so many Beaches brides now let's start a thread just for you! We can have everyone post there wedding date, resort and if they are doing a split stay-wedding at Beaches, honeymooning at Sandals!

For Turks & Caicos I would order it prior to getting to the resort as everything is shipped in and you may not be able to get exactly what you want! Jamiaca has quite a bit more options to assist with last minute requests-not so much at Turks .

Unfortunately this won't work and here's why- The only restaurant that takes reservations at Sandals Dunns River Villagio is the Teppanyaki,-Kimonos- the other restaurants do not. The seating is for ( 10- if I remember correctly) so there is a good chance that your party would be split up if it's larger than that. The other thing to take into consideration is you may not be able to fit everyone on the transfer- as there will be other guests using teh shuttle service. I believe ( again if my memory is correct) you can fit about 15 on the shuttle. Concierge can only make reservations for those in the concierge level- Butler's on occasion have a bit more pull and may be able to add a few extras to your reservation-however it'd be hard for them to do 10 or more! My recommendation- if you don't want to spend the money on the private $25 sit down dinner, these are usually not hosted in the restaurants, is to just upgrade for the $15 cake, appetizer and champagne reception- let everyone do dinner on their own, and then meet up for drinks at one of the bars then head to the disco!

Sandals Montego Bay may be the best option for you as the nightlife there is pretty good and Sandals food & beverage is really good! Couples may be a bit too quiet. Keep in mind with Sandals they only have king size beds at their resorts and they will charge singles for double occupancy! For some of my couples this has been fine and they have guests room together with no problem- but if you have guests that may be on the "prowl" then Sandals will not be a good fit! LOL Typically when there is a group, everyone hangs out together so the singles don't feel uncomfortable at a couples only property! My second recommendation is the same as TA Maureen -get married at property like the Iberostar or Riu's- that caters to everyone, and honeymoon at a Sandals (most of them are a bit more lively- there are a few that are really quiet to so definately use a TA that knows Sandals! ) or at Couples ( a touch quieter). TA Maureen could assist with both the family property and Sandals/Couples! Quote: Originally Posted by mskimmy16 Ok so we are thinking of trying to chose where to get married! We like the idea of Jamaica. We have been looking at Sandales and Couples resorts. We did check with a travel agent because we have some single friends that are going to come (we are only going to have like 10-25 people is what we think. ) I am worried about how the resorts will be for our friends and family. I am looking for the best service and the best food! Brian is a seafood lover and steak. He is not into a huge varity! And the best night life kind of thing for us. Any advice?

Riviera Maya can be pretty spread out - you'll want to keep in mind that your guests will need to be close enough to places to dine- as taxi fares can get pretty expensive for 3 meals a day ! Sometimes doing a non AI ends up more expensive in th elong run. Also take into consideration how comfortable your guests may feel walking into a restaurant- will they need to be near more American places to eat or will they be comfortable eating at a more authentic Mexican restarant? There are plenty of AI's that are under $200 a person per night- the Riu's , Iberostars just to name a couple. TA Jennifer

Hi Christie! What I tell my Sandals Grande St. Lucian brides who really want that resort but are concerned about the price for guests is to suggest that their guests stay at Sandals Halcyon! It's less expensive but their guests have access to the other two Sandals properties in St. Lucia (without a day pass fee) and even get transportation provided! Airfare however will be much less to Jamaica -average price 350-550 /Airfare to St. Lucia (UVF) 550-750. You may also want to look at Sandals Whitehouse or Sandals Dunns River Villagio (Jamaica) for a similiar experience and quality to Sandals Grande St. Lucian- again this depends on how much your guests can budget ! For Sandals, I would highly encourage the brides to book early as Sandals provides room pricing at almost 2 yrs out ( and will adjust if a sale comes along) but you can not reserve your wedding date & time until your room is on deposit! So if you have a specific date & time in mind it could be taken by another bride! I already have 6 weddings booked & reserved for the first half of 2010! For other properties in the Caribbean and in Mexico generally you can get rates at about a year ou and yes the airfare schedules aren't released until 330 days- although they typically are a bit high at that point! (Plus you'll likely encounter several schedule changes by the time you actually travel TA Jennifer Quote: Originally Posted by islandbride317 I am planning on a May 2010 wedding, and when we spoke to our at-home TA in January this year, she was also unable to give us exact pricing (but that really isn't her fault, as she informed us that airfare pricing isn't available until at least 330 days out). I was glad to hear that Sandals does price-matches if you book and then the room goes on sale...what a relief! But, if you are sure of where you want to go, I'd say book-away! I wanted to take a few months to speak to our family members about the pros and cons of various Sandals resorts, and find the best fit for everyone and their budget. Glad we did, too! My sister said that our original choice of Sandals Grande St. Lucian was going to be out of her price range and she may not be able to attend, so we did a little more research and landed on SGOR which offered much more comfortable prices for everyone! We plan to book by the end of May, which would put us around 1 year out. I can't wait, either -- the feeling of making it "official" will be AMAZING, won't it? Best regards, Christie

What is the day pass fee and hours ? Full day pass cost is $150.00 usd per person from 09:00 am to 11:00 pm. If Only attending the wedding with the Gold Excellence Package will be $70.00 usd per person. And will allow clients to stay for the wedding and reception length. They would be able to arrive just prior to the wedding- about 15-20 minutes. Hope that helped! Quote: Originally Posted by reevesbride Ok, thats how I feel. I emailed Excellence last week and recieved a response to my question on Wed from the new planner Yasmina. My question specifically was what time can my guest arrive for our 6pm wedding using a wedding pass. The new wedding planner emailed me back the current prices for guest passes, without an answer to my question. Nayeli did a great job I know the prices. I just wanted to know what time my guest could arrive with the Wedding pass. So I decided to try my question again- asking if the wedding starts at 6pm what time can the guest begin to arrive. She again emailed me back the price list for the day pass, the half day pass, and the wedding pass but no times. So I have emailed her the question again stating that I know the prices. OMG how dense is she. I just wanted a simple answer to my question. And I dont think its that complexed of a question but I truly dont think she should be so dense.

Great offer from my preferrred supplier for anyone looking for a quick vacation, honeymoon or a small destination wedding! Book a 6-night getaway in a 3rd room category or higher and receive a complimentary candlelight dinner for two. Or, book a passionate 6-night escape in a Butler Suite category and receive a $150 Red Lane® Spa Credit per room in addition to your candlelight dinner for two. Not valid on bookings already made. sandals flyer.pdf

Actually you probably heard about Grand Lido Negril turning into Breezes this coming fall- they are rebranding all of their Grand Lido properties into Breezes- not sure if they are keeping them adult only or allowing kids. If any of the Beaches properties would be turned it would most likely be Sandy Bay as sandals does not actually own the property-leases it.

Right now the specials on the rooms are actually better than the fly free promo was!

Both are fantastic properties- the main differences will be Capri- smaller, intimate, older but the service & food is amazing, older but extremely well taken care of. Maroma- larger propery, report sis that the food is very good but Capri is better, becah is a bit nicer, resort is brand new. Service is good but Capri service is better