Sandals Emerald Bay Set To Offer Concierge Level Service In Addition To Butler Service

Effective for bookings made Friday, December 10, 2010 and onwards, Sandals Resorts International will amend its butler-service currently offered at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas.

In an effort to maintain the high-level of service guests have become accustomed to from the company’s partnership with the Guild of Professional English Butlers, Sandals Emerald Bay will retain butler-service in its 33 Seaside Villas and 36 One-Bedroom Suites. 

The remaining 114 rooms and suites at the property will become Concierge-Level, offering guests luxury amenities including his & her robes, in-room espresso makers and bars, 24 hour room service,  as well as private concierge service with a dedicated check-in lounge. 

All bookings made prior to December 10 will receive butler service.

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Caribbean Airlines launches Antigua nonstop service from JFK

In anticipation of a strong rebound in travel demand from the United States this winter, tourism officials have announced that Caribbean Airlines will begin twice weekly non-stop service from John F Kennedy (JFK) International Airport to Antigua and Barbuda.

The Caribbean Airlines service will begin on December 14th, on Tuesdays and Fridays, and is expected to boost last minute holiday bookings and assist returning nationals looking for last minute deals. Service will originate from Port of Spain to VC Bird International Airport and return service from New York's JFK.

Tourism Minister John Maginley has welcomed the prospect of additional air service to Antigua and Barbuda at a time when all signs point to an increase in travel from the United States.

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"I am particularly pleased with the timing of this service, since it will facilitate smooth connections from almost all North American gateways as well as European markets such as France, Italy and Germany,” he said.

“This aligns with our strategic vision of providing greater access from some of our key markets."

Airline officials reported a steady increase in bookings since a fare sale was launched ahead of the start of the new service.

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SANDALS NEGRIL WINS 2010 PADI AMERICAS MEMBER AWARD

Sandals Resort Recognized for Contribution to Growth & Development of Diving

Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa was announced as a Regional Winner of the 2010 PADI Americas Member Awards and received the “Divers Acquisition Award” for its continued contributions to the diving community. The award recognizes resorts that have been instrumental in advancing PADI entry level certifications, follow PADI’s philosophy and high standards, and create innovative ideas in attracting new divers.

The requirements to obtain the Divers Acquisition Award include distributing 100 PADI Certifications throughout 2009 and 2010, a minimum of 10% growth for PADI Entry Level over a twelve-month period, superior quality diver education, appearance and upkeep of dive centers and ingenuity toward diver acquisition.

Sandal Resorts offers more dives per day and more PADI Dive Masters than any other dive program in the Caribbean, including guided dives up to 85 feet in depth, utilizing Scuba Pro equipment and state-of-the art Newton Dive Boats.

Dives and sites include Coral Reef Dives, set against coral reefs and exotic marine life; Wall Dives, showcasing tropical coral formations; Wreck Dives, covering ship and plane wrecks; and Night Dives, offered at a minimal fee for certified divers.  Sandals Resorts also offer an introduction to diving through the PADI Discover Scuba Diver course for those interested in exploring the brilliant azure waters of the Caribbean for the first time.

Sandals Royal Plantation Special Offer

Over the last five years, the Sandals Resorts' Luxury Included® concept has redefined the standard of luxury at Sandals Resorts. Sandals Resorts now offer unprecedented services and amenities, including celebrated partnerships with Beringer® Wines, and Martha Stewart, who offers a range of stunning wedding themes under the exclusive brands Sandals Weddings by Martha Stewart™ and Beaches Weddings by Martha Stewart™.

With Sandals resorts offering so many quality inclusions, it felt only natural to bring our resort family closer together by welcoming the fabulously sophisticated Royal Plantation in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, into the Sandals Resorts fold.

Same Lavishness, Just More Of It!

So what is the difference you ask? Sandals Royal Plantation, which offers 74 lavish oceanfront suites, plus offering all of the gracious amenities that Sandals Resorts is known for, including an award-winning Red Lane® Spa. Sandals Royal Plantation's transition into a Luxury Included® resort means you will find the same elegant accommodations, breathtaking beach and delicious gourmet à la carte dining.

Even more enticing, as a full-fledged member of the Sandals family, Sandals Royal Plantation will now offer guests full complimentary access to the facilities of the nearby Sandals Grande Ocho Rios, including their choice of 8 additional restaurants, 94 pools and 22 hot tubs, scuba diving, a host of sensational activities and superb entertainment.

Sandals Select Exclusive Offer: Earn Extra Points!

To mark the welcome of Sandals Royal Plantation into the Sandals dynasty, Sandals Select Members who book the Royal Peacock Oceanfront Suite level or above, will be credited with 4,000 bonus points*, valued at $100.00, which will be available for immediate redemption.

American Airlines Launches Added Jet Service to Exuma, Bahamas

Guests of Sandals Emerald Bay can now enjoy easier access to the exclusive beachfront resort in Great Exuma, Bahamas, as American Airlines launches non-stop jet service from Miami, Florida to Great Exuma. On November 18, 2010, American Airlines flight 3688 launched daily service from Miami International Airport at 3:40pm, arriving at George Town Exuma International Airport at 4:50pm. American Airlines flight 3362 began jet service last Friday, November 19^th on Fridays and Saturdays, departing Miami at 7:00pm and arriving in Exuma at 8:10pm. Increased jet service to the Exumas is a direct result of growing tourism in the region and coalesces with the success of Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. 

Sandals Emerald Bay expands on the resort company’s Luxury Included® concept, offering an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course, world-class marina and professionally-trained butlers in all 183 beachfront rooms and suites. 

The property is set on 500-acres of pristine white sand beach on one of the Bahamas’ most beautiful Out Islands, offering gourmet dining in a choice of five gourmet à la carte restaurants, premium brand wine and spirits, land and watersports including six Har-tru tennis courts all lit for night play, airport transfers and gratuities.  An exclusive 29,000 sq. ft. Red Lane® Spa is also available to guests, featuring 17 treatment rooms and premier services that embrace the best of the Caribbean region. 

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SANDALS NEGRIL BESTOWED AAA FOUR DIAMOND AWARD

Island Breeze Travel would like to congratulate Carl Beviere the General Manager,  Jens Havalek the Hotel Manager, and Jeffery Burke, the Sales Manager along with all the hard working staff on this prestigious award.

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Released on November 9, 2010, Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa has been recognized as an AAA-approved, Four Diamond lodging and one of North America’s select resort accommodations.

Announced in all AAA publications, this honorable recognition distinguishes Sandals Negril in Jamaica as a recommended travel option for the fifty-one million discerning AAA and CAA members around the world. Out of the 31,000 hotels and resorts that have received AAA approval, Sandals Negril is amongst the top four percent of member properties to earn the prestigious Four Diamond distinction.

“We are honored that AAA has ranked Sandals Negril among the most elite properties in their network. We have spent countless hours ensuring that this resort is a leader in eco-friendly tourism, without compromising its stance as a top-tier luxury resort; and we are delighted that AAA recognizes these efforts” said Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, Chairman of Sandals Resorts.

Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa is perched along Jamaica’s famed seven-mile beach and features 222 luxurious rooms and suites. Six gourmet restaurants, suite concierge service, blissfully romantic Millionaire Plantation Suites and sleek Swim-up River Suites, exclusive butler service, and the blissful Red Lane® Spa leverage this resort to one of the top in its class.

The property boasts EarthCheck Platinum Certification for environmental excellence and has earned the American Express Caribbean Environmental Award for “Green Hotel of the Year.” As with all Luxury Included® vacations, guests at Sandals Negril receive an array of fine-dining options, premium brand wines & spirits, endless water sports including snorkeling and scuba diving, land sports, airport transfers with all resort taxes and fees included.

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