A Tale of Two Resorts

Okay, so not really a tale but we do want to highlight two more Sandals resorts.  As mentioned in last weeks post, each resort has its own personality and stands on its own merit.  I personally love that I can confidently help a couple in love find a resort that suits their own passions and priorities in a vacation destination with full confidence that the quality and luxury of each Sandals resort can be counted on.  Jamaica has several Sandals resorts, but today we're going to focus on two of them, which I feel have very different personalities, and  both offer excellent options for couples of differing styles.

Both resorts offer the general inclusions mentioned in last week's blog, so I'm just focusing on these specific resorts and their appeal today.

Sandals South Coast Resort

Quick Facts:

  

  Situated in an undiscovered 500 acre nature preserve 
European Style  Beach Style Village Setting
372 Rooms & Suites with 18 Categories on 50 Acres
All rooms and suites face the beach

   4  Pools and 4 Whirlpools  .

  Nine Dining Options
Seven Bars
Over the Water Bar
Over the Water Serenity Wedding Chapel

  Over the Water Bungalows
Meeting and Convention space including a ballroom and three level theatre

View from my room - every room and suite has an ocean view

A jerk shack provided a delicious afternoon treat on the beach

 Latitudes - An Over-the-Water bar

Gorgeous sunset

One of the greatest things about Sandals, in the opinion of this foodie, is their 5-Star Global Gourmet dining.  Their food and beverage team represents 39 nationalities to ensure truly authentic cuisine.  This sushi was amazing and I wished I had room for more!  

From my first arrival at Sandals South Coast, I knew this was the resort for my husband and me. The combination of gorgeous beach setting with its mountain backdrop and the European styling, appeals to my love of beaches, his love of the mountains AND our shared passion for anything European as its reminiscent of our years of overseas living.  The atmosphere was serene and calm, and quite relaxing.  There were many choices of activities to do, but they do not impede on the quiet and serenity that envelopes the resort.  In the evening, the White Night Party was lively and fun, but it ended at 10pm and peaceful tranquility descended upon the resort once again.  For us, the resort would provide a perfect balance of activity and relaxation to reconnect and be rejuvenated.

And now on to a very different resort, one I believe would be perfect for a couple like my daughter and son-in-law, who are both active and are refreshed and rejuvenated by time together with and apart from others. They would really enjoy the group beach activities and intermingling with other guests, while also being able to slip away and enjoy time alone the resort provides as well.  And I'm sure they'd happily agree to go test my theory! 

Sandals Ochi Beach Resort

Quick Facts:

  
Largest Sandals Resort

"Trendy When You Want It" Private When You Don't"
525 Rooms ,Suites and Villas  with 21 Categories on 100 Acres

   105  Pools and 22 Whirlpools  .

  Seventeen Dining Options
Eleven Bars
Rock Climbing Wall
Beach Club
Golf greens and fees and transfers included
Caribbean's only authentic Speakeasy Bar

Sandals Ochi Beach Resort is also a gorgeous resort.  From the moment you arrive you can feel its energy.  A large resort, its alive with activity and guests, but doesn't feel crowded. Guests milled around the lobby. Couples frolicked in the pool or basked in the sun alongside the multiple pools.  The large pool had a lot of activity for those seeking that, but there were also quiet pools on the property where couples soaked quietly and enjoyed each other's attention.  One beach area was alive with games and fun as couples played volleyball, while another was quieter and more sedate.

The rooms were fabulous and the pampering and luxury available in the butler village is guaranteed to spoil any guest.

A private pool at one of the villas!  My dream accomodation!!

The spa was a haven of peace and tranquility.

The most unique feature of Sandals Ochi Beach resort that I enjoyed was the Rabbit Hole, the Caribbean's only authentic Speakeasy Bar.  We had to get the day's password from staff members on the resort and then find its unmarked location on the resort.  We were not allowed to enter until we had given the password.  Drinks include prohibition era cocktails as well as today's favorites.  I recommend the Bees Knees.   Big Mama is a regular feature at the resort and guests enjoy an evening of jazz music with her at the helm.  Unfortunately she was not there the night I visited, but the singer we heard was fantastic so Big Mama must be very spectacular!


Both resorts are gorgeous and offer a wonderful "luxury-included vacation" that will not disappoint.  I love and appreciate that couples can choose the resorts that best fits their vacation style and choose the best atmosphere in which they feel they can connect and celebrate their love.