Erik Ritland

Sandals Resorts are the perfect destination for group travel, whether it’s for corporate retreats, vacation with friends and family, or destination weddings. The all-inclusive packages are specifically designed to accommodate groups of all sizes with plenty of venues to choose from across the 17 Sandals locations in the Caribbean.  If you have a group that […]

Babymoons aren’t necessarily a new idea, but I’ll take any reason to go on a Caribbean vacation. Especially when this is the last time you will be together, without distractions and obligations! Sandals Resorts are specifically designed for romance and relaxation without the hassle. The all-inclusive babymoon packages include everything you need to celebrate the

Dive into the pool right from the patio of your suite! Sandals offers several swim-up rooms that are the epitome of luxury and romance. Available at 13 different locations, in both Club and Butler Level options, you are sure to find the perfect fit for your Caribbean getaway. I love the large open concept bedrooms

Paging all golf enthusiasts, this article is for you! Sandals Resorts offers complimentary golf greens fees and transfers for 6 of their resort locations in Jamaica and Saint Lucia. There are 2 golf courses servicing those resorts, one of which is located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and the other in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia. In

Since Sandals and Beaches are owned by the same company, we get asked all the time what the difference is between the two brands. My wife and I have visited all 17 Sandals locations and both of the Beaches locations so we can share our first hand experience! While both Sandals and Beaches resort provide

The idea of having a private Caribbean sanctuary with your own butler is most appealing! Rondoval Suites are exactly that – the ultimate in luxury and seclusion. After staying at all of the Rondoval Suites that Sandals has to offer, I fell in love with the open floor plan concept with a private pool that’s

After staying at both Secrets and Sandals Resorts, I decided to compare the two adult-only resort brands to see how they stack up. Overall, Sandals is ideal for couples seeking a luxurious, romantic, retreat in the Caribbean with the most inclusions by far.  Secrets, on the other hand, is better for individuals or groups that

As a Sandals Certified Specialist, I can’t tell you how many people have asked me what makes Sandals Resorts so special?  But those are the same people that come back from a Sandals vacation saying, ah, now I get it! For couples that are looking for a 5-star luxury, adults only, all-inclusive Caribbean getaway, there