Sandals Resorts: Defines Savings with Romance

Sandals sets the standard in Adults only All-Inclusive Resorts

Sandals Ochi Pool

Sandals Resorts has been operating exclusively in the 'Adults-Only, All-Inclusive' business since 1981 and with over 18 luxurious properties located throughout the Caribbean, the Sandals brand has become synonymous with warm Romantic getaways for couples.  After 43 years in this business Sandals clearly understands how to deliver what it's target audience wants.

Sandals Ochi

Is Sandals Resorts right for you?

• Sandals is LGBTQ friendly and very attractive to couples that may be luxury seeking but price sensitive such as; newly weds, or celebrating a big anniversary or other important milestones where heavy additional expenses may be part of their total planning process.

• Sandals has spent the past 43 years acquiring the most desirable locations throughout the Caribbean, making Sandals truly a premium experience with value pricing as compared to other All-Inclusive resorts.

• The minimum guest age requirement at a Sandals Resort is 18.  While the singles, friends and family to the guests are welcomed, only couples may stay at Sandals to make the guest experience as romantic and relaxing as possible.  

What should you know about the Sandals Ocho Rios?

• There are 3 Sandals properties within the Ocho Rios area and a short distance of the famous Dunn's River Falls;

• The Ochi property is the closest to Dunn's River Falls, sits on the beach and is less 3miles/5km or roughly a 5min drive east of the Falls.  This happens to be my personal favorite!

• The Royal Plantation property sits directly on the beach and is also only within a 5-7min drive  or just a few short miles/km east of the falls

• The Dunn's River property is actually the furtherest away, and is about a 15 min drive west of the Falls, making the name of the property a little misleading, but this property does sit directly on the beach and is much less congested than it's counter parts in the Cruise Port town of Ocho Rios

Are the amenities at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort good?

It is important to remember, meals and beverages onsite are included in the all-inclusive rates, making these a fantastic value, especially when compared to the cost of eating and drinking offsite 2 or more times per day per person.  Additionally, sight seeing in most local areas are either free or highly affordable and include the entire day.

• Pools: 105 pools, 22 whirlpools.
• Dining: Unlimited fine dining at any of the 16 restaurants.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and anytime snacks.
• Bars: 11 bars, including 3 swim ups.
• Unlimited premium liquor
• Unlimited Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks wines
• Beach Club: Live Entertainment
• Other: Scuba & Snorkeling equipment, Fitness center, complimentary wireless Internet access, all taxes, tips, and gratuities are also included.
• Tennis & Land sports: Shuttle & green fees to 18 hole golf course included.
• Airport Shuttle: Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle is available.

Sandals Ochi Spa

Things to do in Ocho Rios

Other than climbing the World Famous Dunn's River Falls, most of the sight seeing throughout Ocho Rios is low impact.  

• Dunn's River Falls & Park:  For decades, each year thousands of couples from around the world 'Take the Plunge' both literally and symbolically of starting their new lives together in these world famous falls.  If your adventurous you can try climbing to the top of the 960 foot falls, or if you prefer to relax, you can picnic in the park garden or soak in the lazy moving river, or the beach below.

• Konoko Falls:  Not as tall or as steeply inclined, these falls are far less intense and offer an opportunity to those who may not have been up for such a strenuous hike as Dunn's River.  Konoko also has a small natural pools both at the top and bottom of the falls to wade around in.  With a Botanical Garden, Zoo and Museum onsite this location gives everyone a wider variety of enjoyment, but again-bring those water shoes to climb the falls!

• Cool Blue Hole Ocho Rios:  This is a much more relaxed way to spend the day than either of the two falls.  This is a series of natural pools formed by sinkholes in the below limestone.  Charged from natural spring and rain water from the adjacent waterfall, and surrounded by the lush rainforest visitors will feel the Tropical Paradise of Jamaica.  

• Tip: The Blue Hole is Smaller, and so reserving your tickets ahead of time is best.

Important !! For those considering climbing Dunn's River Falls... Due to liability, Jamaican Authorities will not permit park guests to climb the falls without wearing water shoes and signing a liability waiver.  The climb is guided, but it is fairly strenuous.  You must form a human chain -holding on to both the persons in front and behind you.  The path is narrow at times, the rocks are very slippery, (water shoes with great grip are required), and some portions can be quite high where a fall could lead to serious injury.  This would not be appropriate for persons with a fear of heights, or serious conditions.

Dunn's River Falls (Video)

Currency and payment accepted in the Jamaica:

The official currency is the Jamaican Dollar, however, the U.S. dollar is widely accepted and All-Inclusive Resorts use the U.S. Dollar.  As with most major destinations, Credit Cards are also widely accepted, and U.S. Dollars are available from ATMs.

Should I rent a car in Jamaica?

• Not entirely necessary if staying at one of the Sandals Resorts.  Sandals provides complimentary transfer to/from the airport, and then Taxi within and around Ocho Rios would be advisable.
• Most major carriers are however available from the Montego Bay International Airport.  Be aware gas/petro on the island is more expensive than in the U.S. and is sold by the liter.
• Sandals is roughly a 1.5-2hr drive from Montego Bay International Airport.

Language:

English is the primary spoken language of Jamaica, however most people also speak Jamaican which is famous with it's colorful, descriptive and clearly creole dialect. 

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