Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort and Offshore Island welcomed back its first guests on 27JAN following a USD $55 million renovation. The reopening of the 404-room resort is the first of a series of milestones in the 40th anniversary year for the Sandals Resorts brand.
"The new Sandals Royal Bahamian encompasses a new era in travel, inviting our guests in love to connect with the vibrant culture, natural wonders, and authentic traditions of the beautiful Bahamas — and in turn reconnect with each other," said Sandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart.
According to Stewart, renovations also include special elements to honour his late father and Sandals founder Gordon 'Butch' Stewart. "Our new Butch's Island Chop House restaurant and adjacent Mr. B's bar, for example, both give a nautical nod to his love for the sea, and even his iconic blue and white striped shirts served as the esthetic inspiration," Stewart said. "At Sandals Royal Bahamian, we honor our celebrated past, while surprising our guests in entirely new ways."
A Private Island Hideaway
Beaches and coral reefs await at the resort's private island, Sandals Barefoot Cay, located just one mile from the shore. Couples can sail aboard the resort's new Love Runner boat and spend the day on the quiet shores featuring a pool bar with swings, an infinity-edge jacuzzi, outdoor shower and new restaurant, Aralia House, serving up fresh seafood and other Caribbean delicacies.
Coveted Conch and Other Inspirations
Sandals has also announced three new exclusive wedding inspirations. The Conch Pearl Wedding utilizes the signature pink spiral shell as an accent, while the shoe-optional Barefoot Wedding is set right on the beach at a variety of resort locations including the private island. The Bahamian Wedding is set in a tropical garden, moving guests to the sounds of a Bahamian gospel choir. A customary conch blowing ritual will conclude special guest events and weddings, welcoming love and good fortune to the sounds of rake and scrape music.
For more information on Sandals Royal Bahamian, visit its web site.
