With the debut late last year of five over-the-water villas in Montego Bay, Sandals Resorts broke new ground in the region.
What else would you expect from a company that consistently earns high marks for its properties, service and attention to detail?
These villas were the first of their kind in the Caribbean and marked what would be the first in a series of rollouts, as additional over-the-water suites have since opened at select Luxury-Included resorts.
Today, couples looking for an over-the-top luxury vacation can enjoy this bucket list experience for themselves and at the Sandals South Coast and Sandals Grande St. Lucian, as well.
So what's in store for lucky couples who vacation in one of Sandals' newest luxury offerings?
Over-the-Water Villas(Sandals Royal Caribbean)
To say these villas are a game-changer would be putting it mildly. These must-be-seen-to-be-believed villas are reminiscent of Tahitian-style bungalows and sit perched on decks over the Caribbean's turquoise waters, providing guests with an intimate connection to the sea.
No two villas share the same design with each one representing one of the Feng Shui elements: wood, water, fire, earth and metal. Each theme is subtly carried out through the décor of each villa with such touches as metallic accents and warm wooden pendants.
Each villa comes equipped with a private infinity pool, a Tranquility soaking tub and over-the-water hammock for two. Villas also feature teak king-size beds covered with soft Egyptian linens and bathrooms featuring his-and-her sinks, a walk-in rain shower and a large backlit mirror.
The focal point of the villa, however, is the "sea-through" lit glass floor that affords couples the opportunity to enjoy the ocean depths anytime day or night. Other features include an outdoor shower and extended sun deck.
The experience goes beyond the confines of the villa, as guests are treated to Sandals' exquisite butler service and have access to a water taxi to take them to and from the main resort. In addition, guests can avail themselves of in-room dining, private yoga classes and direct access to the resort in a "Royal Duffy" luxury boat. They also enjoy a personal airport welcome, expedited immigration, a House of Marley sound system, welcome gift and more.
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Over-the-Water Honeymoon Butler Bungalows(Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals South Coast, Sandals Grande St. Lucian)
These bungalows combine modern design and exotic palapa-style architecture to bring guests the very best in over-the-water accommodations. Like the villas, the bungalows feature a Tranquility soaking tub, over-the-water hammock, spa-style bathrooms with a walk-in rain shower, extended sun deck with a swim-up platform and the striking glass floor panels that invite the sea in.
Bungalow guests are also pampered by the services of a personal butler who has been trained in accordance with the standards of the Guild of Professional Butlers. Additionally, they receive the VIP treatment with a personal airport greeting, expedited immigration, private luxury transfers and welcome gifts that include a branded tote and towel set and Molton Brown bathroom amenities.
For those who are looking to get married at a Sandals property and want to enjoy the full over-the-water experience, Sandals offers over-the-water chapels at Sandals Grande St. Lucian and Sandals South Coast.
Over-the-water dining options are also available at various properties across the Sandals brand. Guests at Sandals Ochi Beach Club and Sandals Halcyon can enjoy fresh seafood and Mediterranean cuisine at Kelly's Dockside, while guests at Sandals Royal Bahamian and Sandals Grande St. Lucian will enjoy Gordon's on the Pier's white glove service and the freshest seafood imaginable.
Looking to relax with a cocktail and someone special? Pull up a hammock at Sandals South Coast and Sandals Ochi Beach Club and enjoy drinks at Latitudes.
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