Times are good for Sandals Resorts. We’ve seen more than a few heads turn at the launch of Sandals LaSource Grenada, which is easily one of the most visually striking resorts we’ve ever had the pleasure of clasping eyes on. And quick to ride on the crest of this success, we’ll soon have the privilege of crossing the threshold at the newly reinvented Sandals Barbados, scheduled to reopen Jan 28th 2015.
It could be argued that even the term “reinvented” sells this property short, as Sandals have invested the impressive sum of $65 Million in the old Almond Casuarina to pull off one of the greatest metamorphoses the industry has ever seen. In their own words, we’re going to see the entire property “Sandalised”, to bring it in-line with the Sandals precedent. But this is only half the story, offering but a glancing insight into the huge potential promised by the very concept of Sandals Barbados.
You see, there’s something special about Barbados. It’s something we’ve discussed at great length, but the point can never be laboured. In short, Barbados rocks like a hard thing. The community spirit is second to none, and the sunshine of the open sky is continuously reiterated in the upbeat hospitality of the islanders. It’s beautiful in ways that throw mere description out of the window, an aspect equally indebted to the striking coastlines and the locals’ passionate belief in their island’s beauty.
So when the world learned that Sandals’ signature Luxury Included® approach to holidaymaking was headed to Barbados, it was one of those quintessential edge of your seat moments.
“When we acquired this property in August, we knew we were buying great potential; here was a lovely resort that could be transformed into something truly magical. The time has now come for the ‘Sandalisation’ to start and drive forward into what is an exciting future for Sandals and Barbados as a destination. We cannot wait to reopen.”
– Gordon “Butch” Stewart, Sandals Resorts International Chairman
Married to this outstanding location, Sandals Barbados heralds the total refurbishment of the 280 rooms from its former life, not to mention a sluice of other extras that give our appetite for luxury a thorough whetting.
Once renovated Sandals Barbados will be home to:
• 280 newly refurbished rooms including the popular Crystal Lagoon Swim-Up Suites
• 11 restaurants, including Sandals’ first ever Indian restaurant
• An expanded Red Lane® Spa
• Exclusively designed wedding garden
• Two brand new tennis courts
• FREE Wi-Fi
• An exclusive Club Sandals lounge
• Exclusive English Guild-Trained Butlers
• Plus even more additions to enhance the Luxury Included® experience
It’s difficult to imagine a better union than that of Barbados and Sandals. It’s the envy of all matchmakers, offering every comfort in the best way imaginable. Renowned for having the most accomplished selection of luxury inclusions on the planet, the couples only Luxury Included® ethic interweaves outstanding accommodations with unlimited refreshing beverages, exciting water sports, and more luxurious touches than one could twirl a cane at.
When all is said and done, Sandals Barbados is geared up to be one of the biggest events in the calendar of any Caribbean aficionado. The innovative renovations currently in progress will introduce to Barbados a new and exciting flavour of the Sandals Experience, destined to exceed expectations from all angles. The pictures you see before you are just the beginning. A parting thought? Believe the hype.
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