NEED TO KNOW SANDALS RESORT , SAINT VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
SAINT VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
New opening Set in a private white sand bay , this 301-room , five-star beach retreat is Saint Vincent ’ s newest all-inclusive resort , which opened its doors in March 2024 . Low rise , it ’ s generously landscaped across 50 acres , in four buildings and a scattering of bungalows — all backed by lush rainforest . You ’ ll find tennis and basketball courts , a croquet lawn , fitness center and Red Lane Spa offering treatments in garden cabanas . The adults-only resort has plenty of adjoining rooms and two-bedroom villas to accommodate small groups of friends .
Overwater villas Of the 15 different types of guest rooms , the resort ’ s overwater bungalows are standouts : plush twostory constructions with daybeds overhanging the turquoise waters of the Caribbean . With a second-floor deck for sunbathing and stargazing , and a luxurious , secluded outdoor bathroom , these villas are the stuff of honeymoon dreams . Or opt for one of the resort ’ s butler-served suites , complete with private pool . All rooms have either private pools , a Tranquillity Soaking Tub or direct access to the sea .
Dining options Choose from 11 international cuisines and specialty restaurants taking in everything from sushi and pizza to freshly caught seafood . There are prime cuts from
A swim-up suite at Sandals Resort , Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
NEED TO KNOW SANDALS RESORT , SAINT VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Butch ’ s Island Chop House , hearty , healthy salads at Imoro , and traditional Vincy-style ‘ three stone ’ cooking with local ingredients from farm and sea prepared on the open fire Princess at Buccan Margaret . And don Beach ’ t miss , the Bequia Jerk Shack , which serves authentic Jamaican jerk-spiced dishes with plenty of plantain , rice and peas . Premium wines and liquors , and Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee complement the all-inclusive dining set-up .
Watersports The resort ’ s vast range of included watersports even takes in scuba diving . Explore reefs and wrecks with certified PADI instructors catering to novices and qualified divers alike . Or try the likes of a glass-bottom boat trip , learn to sail a Hobie Cat , explore Saint Vincent ’ s secret coves in a kayak , plus kneeboarding , snorkeling , wakeboarding , paddleboarding and waterskiing are all included .
Get out and about Local adventure tours take guests over to the protected waters of the Tobago Cays , and into the Saint Vincent Parrot Reserve for bird-watching , and on dolphin- and whale-watching excursions . Explore the island ’ s rich rainforest interiors with guided hikes , or really stretch your legs on a trail to the summit of La Soufrière , the dramatic stratovolcano that ’ s also Saint Vincent ’ s highest peak .
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When to go : February to April is driest , with temperatures between 81 ° F and 86 ° F . However , the islands enjoy a hot , humid , tropical climate year-round . Easter can be busy , so it may be worth booking ahead for inter-island travel . Currency : Eastern Caribbean Dollar Language : English is the official language , and most people speak Vincentian Creole . Getting around : Islands are small ,
but distances can be deceptive due to steep , sometimes rough , roads . Frequent ferries and planes connect the islands several times daily , with journey times between 15 minutes and two hours depending on mode of transport and route .
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Celebrate your next anniversary with a free night at Sandals and experience the romantic Caribbean in a butler or concierge suite . Dine under the stars , indulge in a couples ’ massage or sail into the sunset . Find out more about this limited offer , call us today .
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To book your vacation , contact our travel agency . image : Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines . Illustration : Lis Watkins
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