Sandals Resorts has released a vow renewal package that can be added on to any Sandals or Beaches stay. Couples wishing to renew vows benefit from a less expensive, more inclusive option than ever before. When combining the new ReTie the Knot ceremony with Sandals or Beaches other unique offerings, the possibilities are endless. 

Here is some basic information about the ReTie the Knot vow renewal ceremony as well as some ideas for creating wonderful memories of your vow renewal.

What's included:

For $300 the couple will receive:

• Personal pre-travel planning services
• Personal on-resort event planner and dedicated ReTie The Knot team
• Musical accompaniment (pre-recorded)
• Bouquet and boutonnière
• Celebration Cake
• 30 minute Charming reception with sparkling wine & cold hors d'oeuvres for couple and up to six guests
• Commemorative certificate and gift
• One (1) 5x7 Honeymoon Photograph
• Honeymoon dinner for couple at a resort specialty restaurant with white-glove service and a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine
• Decorated honeymoon room
• Mimosa breakfast-in-bed a morning of your choice

An Intimate Celebration

We have planned several intimate, "just the two of us" vow renewal ceremonies for couples celebrating their 5 year or 10 year anniversary.The most touching is the military couple who had a quick, no frills wedding before a deployment, and now they get to have the romantic ceremony of their dreams. Others may be celebrating their overcoming an obstacle in their relationship by reaffirming their commitment to each other and taking a second honeymoon. 

The renewal of vows ceremony typically begins with the bride and groom walking down the aisle together. The vows are very similar to traditional wedding vows, but they are adjusted to reflect that you are recommitting to love, honor and cherish each other forever. The ReTie the Knot package takes advantage of the gorgeous beach and gardens surrounding the Sandals resort or Beaches resort where the couple is staying. The bride caries a bouquet of orchids, and the groom wears a matching boutonnière. Of course, if you want to customize your ceremony decor, all of the Sandals wedding items are available to you.

The ReTie the Knot package includes a simple but elegant reception of champagne and hors d'oeuvres as well as a fondant celebration cake. The ceremony and reception included in the package is for up to 6 guests (in addition to the bride and groom), which is nice for couples with a few friends or family members in attendance. 

A Chance to Reconnect with Family and Friends

The vow renewal + family reunion group travel package is also very popular. Gathering the family for a beach vacation to celebrate a 30th wedding anniversary is a great way to reconnect with each other. If your group books 5 or more rooms, the Sandals Resort or Beaches Resort will add special group amenities to the ReTie the Knot package. Groups may receive a private group dinner, complimentary room upgrade and spa services for the bride and group, commemorative photos, and more. During certain times, Sandals has also offered free rooms as a group promotion. (Ask us if this is currently available!)

If you are looking for 30th wedding anniversary ideas, a 25th wedding anniversary trip, or an intimate beach vow renewal ceremony, click below to request your complimentary renewal of vows consultation. Or join our next webinar for more information on who we are, the services we provide and what the Sandals and Beaches resorts have to offer. 

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We are fortunate enough to have a Fall Break during the school year, and this year my family (including my 13 year-old son and The Sandals Dude) led a group of 7 families to Beaches Turks and Caicos all inclusive resort. Kids of all ages had a blast, and the parents had some much-needed relaxation and social time. It was definitely a week of fun in the sun! Here are some of the ways that our group spent their time at Beaches Turks and Caicos.



When we arrived, the Beaches Turks and Caicos staff met our group at the airport and drove us to the resort together. We had a private group check-in, which was welcome after the day's travel. Then everyone was off to their rooms to change into beach attire and explore the resort. The kids were so anxious to see it all!

 

Each family chose how they wanted to spend their days. Most of the kids were between ages 6 and 13. The older kids would buddy up some days and play at the water park together. Some of the younger kids took part in the Kids Camp program activities such as beach volleyball, baking cookies with Cookie Monster, beach soccer, scavenger hunts, Elmo's birthday party, glass bottom boat rides, and pizza making. Some of the adults were found relaxing by the pool or on the beach, sipping cocktails and spending time reading alone or catching up with one another. Others went sailing and  SCUBA diving around Turks and Caicos's world-famous coral reefs. All of the adults enjoyed the water slides at the water park, and some were even seen attempting the surf simulator. Each of the families spent time having fun together and making memories in paradise.

Some evenings families would enjoy the time together alone. Other nights we would see the families getting together and enjoying each other's company over dinner. One night we made reservations for our family and two others to have dinner at Kimono's the Teppanyaki-style Japanese restaurant. The kids loved the silly jokes and songs that our chef told while he cooked dinner at our table.



One of the girls even got to try it out herself!



After dinner most nights the tweens of the group would meet up at Club Liquid or the XBOX® Game Garage. Club Liquid is a "night club" for teens and tweens before 10pm. A DJ plays music, the lights spin and no alcohol is served. At the XBOX Game Garage, kids of all ages get to play the most popular XBOX and Kinect™  for XBOX360 games - or even test some games prior to release - on one of dozens of game systems.

Some nights the adults would meet up in one of the bars or lounges on resort to hang out or even sing Karaoke. One night was family Karaoke night in Cricketer's Pub - the Irish Pub on-resort. This was a huge hit with the kids and adults! The Pub also hosted a Texas hold 'em tournament during our stay.

One day I scheduled a group snorkeling trip for any of our travel buddies that wanted to snorkel an off-shore reef. The Beaches water sports desk setup a special trip for our group, and off we went in search of the gorgeous fish living in the reefs of Turks and Caicos. Some of our group had not snorkeled before, and the Beaches staff took special care to show them how all of the equipment worked and encourage them as they got in the water to try it out. One of younger members of our group had some trouble coordinating the mask and snorkel, so one of the Beaches staff dove in and let him hitch a ride on his back. The staff member swam all around the reef letting Lee tag along and look at the fish. Everyone snorkeled for about 30 minutes, then we headed back to the resort.

At the Beaches resorts, every group is offered a group photo session and private group dinner. We chose to do both of these in the same evening. Just before sunset, our whole group met on the beach. The Beaches photography department sent several of their professional photographers. Each family had a family photo shoot with one of the photographers. Then, we took one big group picture. Each family received a complimentary 5x7 group photo to commemorate the trip, and several families chose to purchase pictures from their individual photo shoots.

             
After the photo shoot, we reconvened for a private group dinner. The Beaches staff went all out! They chose the perfect location. It was a large wooden deck-area over-looking the ocean. There were several tables set with white linen, fine china and crystal. Tiki torches were lit around the perimeter of the area, and a bar was set-up on one end where a bartender was mixing cocktails and drinks for the kids. The sounds of the ocean, the mood reflected off the calm waves, and the starlight above were the perfect setting for great conversation and an amazing plated steak dinner. There was also a kids menu for the children to pick from should they not want the steak. But the steak was SO good!! We had our own, very attentive waitstaff that served dinner, poured wine and cut an amazing cake for dessert. The group lingered for a long time talking and taking in the perfect Caribbean evening.

When we returned home from our trip, I received notes from several of the families about how much fun they had. We will definitely do this again! Here are some of their comments:

"This vacation was WAY better than paradise!" - Lee (age 6)
Lee's mother also shared that when they got home Saturday night and pulled into the garage, Lee wouldn't get out of the car. He was crying. She asked him what was wrong and he said, "I want to go back to Turks and Caicos."

"The time of our lives… Nothing could compare." -The B Family

"This is the best fall break ever!" - Brooke (age 12)

"This is by far the best family vacation we have ever taken. I felt so relaxed and pampered all week. The food was amazing with such a wide variety. The resort grounds, including all pools and beach areas, were so beautiful that we took tons of pictures before we left. My kids loved the waterpark and water sports available. We are saving now for our next trip to Beaches! We will definitely be back!!" - The S Family

"We had an awesome time, but it went by way too fast!" - The L Family

The Beaches resorts love to host a group, and they offer many special amenities to groups of 5 rooms or more. Whether your group is a family, a social group, guests of a destination wedding, or even a corporate meeting or incentive group, Beaches is the perfect place to convene, relax, and catch up. If you have a group that would like to travel together, click below to request your complimentary consultation with The Sand Lady.

Whether you are celebrating your Caribbean honeymoon, destination wedding, 25th wedding anniversary trip, or just a much needed Caribbean getaway with the one you love, a Sandals Love Nest Suite is the perfect location for reconnecting.

View from The Millionaire Suite with Private Pool and Whirlpool - Sandals La To - St. Lucia

Created in the true spirit of romance, Sandals Resorts Love Nest Suites are among some of the most lavish collection of suites in the world. The most innovative designs, exotic and private settings, luxurious bathrooms, and amenities like plush terry robes, hand-embroidered Egyptian cotton duvets, plasma TVs, and the service of a personal butler are just some of the details that make the Love Nest Suites so desirable.

10 of the 13 Sandals Resorts boast these exclusive villas and suites. Each of these resorts has a least three different signature Love Nest Suites to choose from. Here are a few of The Sand Lady's favorites.

Bay Roc Villas - Sandals Montego Bay - Jamaica

Prime Minister's Beachfront Suite at the Bay Roc Villas - Sandals Montego Bay

Set in beachfront cottages, these Love Nest Suites of the Bay Roc Villas feature gorgeous hand-carved mahogany furniture, French double doors, hand-painted frescos, marble walk-in showers and deliciously soft Egyptian cotton linens. The Prime Minister's Beachfront Suite is located on the second floor of the beach cottages at Bay Roc Estates. Set directly on the beach, these expansive suites feature a spacious living area and dining area.

These suites offer a luxurious, separate grand bedroom with mahogany furniture and king-size four-poster bed, a marble bathroom and an oversized private sundeck. You'll enjoy the services of a personal butler and VIP airport transfers in addition to two large screen plasma TVs, a stocked wet bar, and an iPod docking station. From your beachfront suite, you'll have access to some of the most beautiful and secluded stretches of the Montego Bay coastline.

The Crystal Lagoon - Sandals Negril

Beachfront One Bedroom Swim-Up Crystal Lagoon Suite with Private Lagoon Entrance - Sandals Negril

The Crystal Lagoon, set beautifully amongst the lush landscape and tropical vegetation of the resort, is the perfect retreat for guests who choose to let their worries melt away in the calming waters.

These magnificent one-bedroom suites with personal butler service are located on the first floor and offer zero-entry access to a sparkling pool. Suites include an expansive living room complete with 42" plasma TV, separate bedroom with 37" plasma TV, fine mahogany furnishings, tiled floors, whirlpool bath and walk-in shower. Large patios overlooking the sparkling pool and the ocean feature an outdoor dining area, as well as a love seat for the ultimate in relaxation under the warm Caribbean sun. The sunset view from your private patio is NOT to be missed!

Romeo & Juliet Honeymoon Sanctuary One Bedroom Butler Suite with Private Pool - Sandals Grande Riviera

This suite is a uniquely intimate retreat offering the ultimate in privacy. With entrance via its own walled courtyard, this exclusive 1200 sq. ft. suite comprises a luxurious bedroom at one end boasting a king-size four-poster bed, exquisite mahogany furniture and substantial en-suite bathroom with double vanity and sunken bath while at the other a stylish lounge with fully-equipped kitchenette. The vast courtyard itself provides the ultimate focal point with its very own Roman pool and hot tub overlooking stunning hand-drawn murals.

Millionaire Suite with Private Pool & Whirlpool - Sandals La Toc

Set on the highest peak of the resort, this Mediterranean-style suite offers a luxurious bedroom with mahogany furnishings, and a spacious living room with plush sofas, a 42" plasma television and a stocked bar. Opening the living room's plantation-style pocket doors reveals a private three-story sundeck with a private infinity pool and whirlpool, and grants unobstructed 180-degree view of the Caribbean Sea.

The bedroom features unique sliding glass walls that allow you incredible views and direct access to the pool and sundeck, plus a mahogany, king-size bed and a second 46" plasma TV. The marble bath features double vanities, a tub and a separate walk-in shower. This private escape comes complete with exclusive butler service, 24-hour room service and private car transfers to and from both airports.

Ultra Grande Luxe Beachfront Rondoval Suite with Private Plunge Pool and Whirlpool - Sandals Grande St. Lucian

Each Rondoval Suite features a large interior living area with a sofa, occasional chair, desk, and a 50" flat screen television. The king bed sits at the center of the suite, and at the back of the suite lies an enormous bathroom with Roman tub, separate showers and two vanities.

Step outside from the shower onto your private pool deck and enjoy an outdoor shower, or slide into your private whirlpool or into your private plunge pool. In fact, you even have your own private hammock. For those discerning guests who are looking for a new and elegant experience... here it is!

These are just a few of the Love Nest Suites - the Caribbean's most magnificently romantic collection of villas and suites for two people in love. I can't wait to help you plan the most exotically romantic getaway you've always dreamed of. Contact Us today and we'll get started!

Gordon "Butch" Stewart, Chairman of Sandals Resorts International, invites Sandals Select Guests* to participate in The 6th Annual Chairman's Invitational Golf Tournament.

The tournament will take place at the beautiful Par 71, 18-hole Sandals Golf & Country Club championship course in Ocho Rios, Jamaica September 13-15, 2012. Participants will be treated to lunch on the course, a VIP Welcome Home Cocktail Party, and a chance to hold the winner’s title! This exciting, 2-day golf tournament is designed exclusively for our valued Sandals Select Guests and is sure to please with plenty of surprises, giveaways and gifts, an Awards Ceremony Dinner, and more!

Activities & Inclusions

2-Day Golf Tournament (days of play September 13 and 14)

Complimentary Usage of Golf Carts

Complimentary 5X7 Group Photograph

VIP Welcome Bag

Prize Giving and Awards Ceremony Dinner

A Chance of Winning 5 Complimentary Nights

FREE Nanny service for the kids if you stay at Beaches Boscobel (Up to 3 hours)

A variety of golf prizes and much, much MORE!

To book your stay at Sandals Grande Riviera, Sandals Royal Plantation or Beaches Boscobel and RSVP for the tournament, contact us today!

*Previous guests of a Sandals or Beaches resort are eligible for the Sandals Select Guest program and this golf tournament. If you have stayed at Sandals or Beaches and you aren't sure if you have joined the program, just contact us and The Sandals Lady will take care of the details for you!

It is time to share the big news... We've been planning a very special event for our East Tennessee friends!

Please join us at 6:30pm on Thursday, January 19 at the historic Capitol Theatre in downtown Maryville for the biggest Caribbean night ever!

We have partnered with some of our favorite event-planning professionals in the Knoxville area to bring you a break from the winter cold. Come escape with us for a night to island paradise! Relax and enjoy the music of Carib Sounds, Knoxville's only steel drum band. Taste the culinary art of Knoxville's premier caterer, All Occasion Catering. Have a drink and take in the beauty of of the historic Capitol Theatre. Visit with one of Maryville's favorite photographers Mobley's Photography and Knoxville's leading wedding planning resourse The Pink Bride.

The Sandals Lady will treat you to a short presentation on the Sandals and Beaches resorts. Our co-sponsors will give away lots of door prizes. And then, one of our lucky travel friends will WIN a 3 night all inclusive Sandals vacation!

If you don't win your 2012 vacation, by attending the Caribbean night, you will receive a $250 resort spa credit when you book a qualifying Sandals or Beaches vacation within 14 days of the event.

We can't wait to see you there!

Click Here to buy your $5.00 ticket.

Sandals Resorts International rolled out the red carpet for its top travel agency partners from the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, at its 10th annual Sandals Travel Agent Recognition (STAR) Awards Saturday night at the newly renovated Sandals Grande Riviera.The STAR Awards recognize travel agencies and individual travel agents who have excelled in sales and customer service.

The Sandals Lady was invited to the STAR awards for the 3rd consecutive year and received the honor of being named Best of the Best Sandals Agency.

Sandals Chairman, Gordon 'Butch' Stewart credited the success of his hotel chain, which also includes Beaches, Royal Plantation and Grand Pineapple, to the hard working travel partners. In his message to the travel partners, he said he was proud of the resorts, pointing out that they keep getting better and better.

"We have had the most amazing love affair with the travel agents throughout the world, North America, UK, Europe," he said. "Our love affair with the travel agents is 30 years old and going strong. We are grateful for all you do for us and all we have achieved together," Stewart said.

Stewart and Sandals prefer that travelers visiting the resorts book their package through a Sandals-trained travel agent. Sandals employees admit that the majority of complaints of travelers to the resorts stem from resort selection. Booking through a preferred Sandals or Beaches agency ensures that travelers will be assisted in selecting one of the 13 Sandals resorts or the 4 Beaches resorts by a highly trained, esperienced travel agent.

The Sandals Ladies have personally visited each of the resorts and we spend a few weeks each year on the properties to be sure that we have the most up-to-date information to help you select the perfect resort for your vacation.

We are honored to be named a Best of the Best Sandals Agency, and we thank our many fabulous clients who have made this award possible. We look forward to helping you plan your next unforgettable vacation!

Beaches Turks and Caicos is rolling out the red carpet for you and your girlfriends to go on a 4-night best friends vacation in paradise at very special rates, filled with special activities and special goodies. So, grab your girlfriends, kick back, relax and enjoy Caribbean-style fun at the Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway.

A member of the Sandals brand, the Beaches resorts are resorts for everyone. The Beaches Luxury All Inclusive resort in Turks and Caicos is currently one of the most sought after resorts in the Caribbean. Similar to the Sandals resorts, the Beaches resorts offer more quality inclusions than any other resort in the world. Your stay includes unlimited gourmet dining, premium beverages, watersports, and more. Plus, through their special BFF Girls Getaway promotion, you and your girlfriends have an exclusive opportunity to stay at this resort at discounted rates AND receive extra inclusions such as:

Choose the date that is best for your group:

April 26-30, 2012

October 18-22, 2012

Rates start at $1,299 per person plus airfare, based on two people in each room.

This is a very special girls getaway, and space is limited! The April 2012 offer is filling up fast. Contact Us to let us know that you are interested!

The Maryville Daily Times will host the Relish Magazine Cooking Show at the Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville, TN on October 27, 2011 at 4:00pm. The Relish Cooking Show brings Relish - the nation's largest food magazine - to life in cities accross the country. The two-hour cooking show takes you into the Relish kitchen for cooking techniques that will help you get dinner on the table with ease. Learn how to sauté, dredge, toss, fold and whip with Relish chefs, who will teach you how to cook with confidence, while bringing a sense of humor to the table.

The Sandals Lady is excited to sponsor this entertaining two-hour cooking show for anyone who cooks, wants to cook better, or just eats. I will have a booth in the lobby before and after the show and will be promoting the Beaches Luxury All Inclusive resorts. The Beaches resorts have something for everyone - pre-school aged children, kids, teens, tweens, and adults too.

I would love to help you plan your next family vacation, girlfriends getaway, family reunion, or destination wedding! Come by my booth at the show and you will receive a special gift during your Beaches stay!