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 With Luxury Travel , get ready to embark on unforgettable all  inclusive adventures. From zip-lining to scuba and sailing, we offer a  wide range of activities for couples. . 

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 Experience family travel with Luxury Travel . Stress free  vacations where your planning is made simple. We do it or you select  from our offers. Beach front resorts that are all-inclusive 

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Recommended Banff & Canmore Accommodations

 Choosing the right accommodation in the Bow Valley during winter and spring is less about star ratings and more about alignment with season, pace, and purpose.  Between late January and early April, comfort, space, and location  quietly matter more than novelty. These are the properties that  consistently deliver when conditions, timing, and expectations are taken  seriously.  

Canmore — Best for Space, Longer Stays, and Shoulder Season

 

Canmore is where we most often place clients who value room to breathe, particularly for stays longer than three nights or itineraries that extend into March and April. 

Solara Resort & Spa works especially well for couples and small families traveling between  late January and mid-March. Its suite-style layout, fireplaces, and spa  access support winter pacing—active mornings followed by slower evenings  indoors. This is a strong choice when Nordic skiing, ice walks, and  relaxed dining are central to the plan.

Blackstone Mountain Lodge and Stone-ridge Mountain Resort are ideal for travelers who want a residential feel. These properties  perform best from February through early April, when having a kitchen,  balcony, and living space adds real value. They suit guests who enjoy  unstructured days and do not want to feel confined to a hotel room  during winter evenings.

For clients who want walk-ability and a more town-eccentric experience, The Malcolm Hotel becomes particularly compelling from mid-March onward. As Canmore  shifts into shoulder season, being steps from cafés, galleries, and  riverside walks becomes part of the luxury. This is where Canmore feels  most local.

Planning note:
We often recommend Canmore as either:

  • the entire stay for winter-forward travelers, or
     
  • the second half of a split itinerary, especially from mid-March to early April, when Banff begins to feel busier by comparison.

Banff — Best for Iconic Atmosphere and Shorter Winter Immersion

We believe that the best way to truly experience a destination is to get off the beaten path. Our expert guides will take you to hidden gems and secret spots that most tourists never get to see.

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Banff remains unmatched for classic mountain  drama, particularly in deep winter. The key is choosing properties that  deliver a strong on-site experience, so guests are not reliant on full daily itineraries.

Fairmont Banff Springs is at its best from late January through February. Winter elevates the  property’s sense of place—snow-covered grounds, historic interiors, and  fireside spaces that feel genuinely aligned with the season. We place  clients here for shorter, immersive stays where atmosphere matters as  much as activity.

For travelers seeking elevation and quiet, Rimrock Resort Hotel works particularly well in winter. Its location above town, strong  dining, and views create a sense of retreat that resonates during colder  months.

As the calendar turns toward March and early April, Moose Hotel & Suites and Brewster Mountain Lodge become more attractive. These properties align well with a calmer  version of Banff—quieter streets, easier dining reservations, and a more  relaxed pace that many seasoned travelers prefer.

Planning note:
Banff performs best:

  • late January through February for atmosphere-driven stays
     
  • March to early April for shorter visits paired with Canmor

Recommended Strategy

 

From January 25, 2026 through April 14, 2027, our strongest Bow Valley itineraries tend to follow one of three paths:

  1. Banff first, Canmore second — winter immersion followed by space and ease
     
  2. Canmore only — longer stays, Nordic skiing, shoulder season travel
     
  3. Short Banff stay + extended Canmore stay — ideal from mid-March onward
     

The common thread is intentional  placement. When accommodations match the season, the trip feels  effortless rather than orchestrated. That’s where real luxury lives.

Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection reopening in summer 2026:

 Come summer 2026,  one of Banff’ s most storied mountain retreats returns with renewed  purpose. Perched above the Bow Valley, Rimrock Banff reopens as the first Emblems Collection hotel in North America,  blending rugged alpine beauty with contemporary refinement after a  comprehensive renovation that began in late 2025. Thoughtfully  redesigned spaces, enhanced wellness amenities, and elevated dining  experiences promise a quieter, more intimate encounter with the Rockies —  a place where the mountains shape your stay and every sunrise feels  like a beginning.  

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Beaches Resorts — All‑Inclusive Caribbean Fun for Families

Welcome to Luxury Travel - Your Gateway to the World

 

A Beaches vacation at one of our all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean  is all about you, and taking the time to relax, unwind and spend quality  time together with loved ones. Have a cocktail at the swim-up bar, eat  and drink at up to 18 restaurants per resort, enjoy the beach and  water park, and let the kids have fun at Kids Camp. It's all included! 

Every beaches Vacation Includes  

At Beaches, just about anything you could ever imagine is included, from every land and water sport under the sun, to anytime gourmet dining at up to 20 specialty restaurants, activities and amenities for all ages. So leave your wallets (and your cares) behind, and get ready for the time of your lives!

Specialty Restaurants          PAID-Certified Scuba Diving       Snorkeling Trips               Water Sports    Land Sports      Kids Programs    Championship Golf      Pirates Island Water park         Certified Nannies  All Tips,     Taxes and  Gratuities     Premium Liquors     Premium Wines     WiFi      Entertainment      Kids and Teens Camp(s)        Round trip Airport Transfers .

Whats Included

Why Beaches Still Sets the Standard for Family All-Inclusive

 

And when boutique family resorts can make sense instead

Family travel has a way of stripping away illusions.

A resort can be beautiful, well-reviewed, and highly rated — and still feel exhausting by the third day if parents are quietly managing everything behind the scenes. Meals, activities, moods, energy levels. Someone is always hungry. Someone is bored. Someone wants to leave the beach just as someone else wants to stay.

This is why family all-inclusive travel isn’t really about luxury.

It’s about how much responsibility the resort absorbs once you arrive.

And that’s where Beaches continues to stand apart.

Beaches Turks & Caicos: when scale actually works in a family’s favor

Beaches Turks & Caicos doesn’t attempt to feel intimate. It’s designed to feel complete.

Families arrive here carrying different schedules, ages, and expectations. What the resort does exceptionally well is remove the need for constant coordination. Dining options are broad enough that meals don’t turn into negotiations. Kids of different ages naturally find their spaces. Teens gain independence without disappearing. Younger children stay engaged without over stimulation.

The most telling shift happens quietly. Parents stop checking the time. Kids stop asking what’s next. The resort sets the rhythm, and families fall into it.

That’s the inclusion that matters most — not just food and activities, but relief from decision fatigue.

Boutique options in Turks & Caicos: calmer, but more hands-on

Turks & Caicos does offer smaller, boutique-style family resorts that appeal to a different kind of family.

Alexandra Resort is often chosen by families looking for a quieter beachfront stay with fewer moving parts. The atmosphere is noticeably calmer, and the footprint is manageable. Parents who want a slower pace and children who are happy with beach time, swimming, and casual activities often find it comfortable.

What becomes clear after a few days, however, is that the resort assumes more parental involvement. Dining choices are more limited. Activities don’t flow as seamlessly through the day. Parents step back into the role of planners more often — not because the resort is lacking, but because it’s intentionally simpler.

For families with older children who enjoy spending time together, that can feel refreshing. For families with younger kids or mixed age groups, it can feel like work creeping back in.

Another Turks & Caicos option, The Sands at Grace Bay, appeals to families who prioritize space and independence over programming. The resort offers larger accommodations and a relaxed atmosphere, making it attractive for families who want room to spread out.

The experience feels more residential than resort-like. Meals are included in some plans, but the focus is on flexibility rather than structure. Families who enjoy creating their own rhythm appreciate this. Families who were hoping the resort would carry the day often realize they’re doing more organizing than expected.

Beaches Negril, Jamaica: simplicity that families feel immediately

Beaches Negril delivers a very different experience from its Turks & Caicos counterpart — and for many families, it’s the better fit.

The resort’s layout follows Negril ’s long, walk-able beach, and that shapes everything. Families aren’t navigating villages or zones. They’re simply moving along the shoreline. Parents can see what’s happening around them. Kids naturally return to familiar spaces. The environment builds routine without feeling rigid.

Inclusions quietly do the heavy lifting. Dining happens easily. Activities are built into the day. Parents aren’t coordinating schedules — they’re joining in when they want to and stepping back when they don’t.

Beaches Negril doesn’t try to impress families. It tries to support them. That difference shows up quickly.

Boutique family resorts in Negril: intimate, but expectation-sensitive

Negril also supports smaller family-friendly resorts that appeal to families who want something quieter than Beaches but still enjoy the convenience of all-inclusive travel.

Azul Beach Resort Negril attracts families who value a more intimate atmosphere and a slower pace. The resort is noticeably smaller, and the energy is calmer. Families with older children or teens who don’t need constant programming often feel comfortable here.

Meals are included, the beach is excellent, and days unfold gently. What parents often notice, though, is that fewer structured activities mean they’re more involved in shaping the day. For some families, that feels like quality time. For others, it feels like responsibility sneaking back in.

Another option, Royalton Negril, sits between boutique and large-scale. It offers more modern design and a more contained footprint than Beaches, while still providing organized activities and family-friendly amenities. It works best for families who want contemporary styling and are comfortable with a slightly more energetic environment, but still want all-inclusive ease.

The difference families feel by the end of the week

Beaches succeeds because it removes pressure from parents. It anticipates needs instead of reacting to them. It creates enough variety that no one feels stuck, without asking families to plan every moment.

Boutique family resorts succeed when families already know what kind of trip they want — quieter, simpler, more together, and more hands-on.

Neither approach is better. But they feel very different by day three.

The real takeaway

Families don’t come home happiest because they stayed somewhere beautiful.

They come home happiest because the vacation felt easy.

Beaches delivers ease through structure and scale. Boutique family resorts deliver calm through simplicity.

Knowing which one fits your family — right now, at this stage — is what makes the difference.

And for many families, that’s why Beaches continues to set the standard.

Beaches offers

2 Award-Winning All-Inclusive non-couple & family Resorts

 

Beaches Turks & Caicos plus Beaches Negril, Jamaica

Experience All–Inclusive Turks & Caicos Vacations 

 A true island escape set on 12 miles of the world's best beach, Beaches Turks & Caicos is the ultimate  all-inclusive vacation for families.  With endless land and water sports, specialty dining at 18 restaurants,  luxurious rooms and suites, and exciting family-friendly activities  including Sesame Street® stage shows, the Caribbean's most  thrilling water-park, and fantastic beach parties, it's easy to see why  Beaches Turks & Caicos has been voted Top 25 Hotels for Families in  the World by TripAdvisor® year after year. 

For  everyone who has ever dreamed of the perfect tropical hideaway far  removed from all the hustle of modern life, our all-inclusive vacations  in Turks & Caicos offer a true island escape. One glance at its  crystal-clear waters and 12 miles of powdery white-sand beaches and  you’ll see why the Turks & Caicos islands don’t just feature one of  the best beaches in the world, but also some of the top diving  destinations. From bird watching to whale sightings, Turks & Caicos all-inclusive resort offers something for every nature enthusiast. With 40 islands to  explore in this exquisite chain (only 8 inhabited by anything other than  wildlife), you can leave your mark by creating footprints in the  otherwise untouched sand.

No Other All–Inclusive Resort
In Jamaica Includes More 

 Negril invented "chill" - so get ready to embrace the laid-back spirit  at this low-rise all-inclusive family resort perched along Jamaica's  famed Seven Mile Beach.  From the moment you enter the open-air lobby you'll be caught up by  fresh ocean breezes and the vibrant colors of the West Indies. Bringing  the outside in, this all-inclusive resort and spa in Negril, Jamaica is always open to the breathtaking beauty of the tropics. The vibe here  is totally carefree and about spending time with those you love.  Come enjoy Jamaica on the best all-inclusive family resort for a vacation you’ll never forget! Beaches has an amazing beachfront resort in Negril  — including a spectacular water-park and Sesame Street® characters.  Jamaica is home to a breathtaking landscape of rolling mountains lined  by endless white sand beaches, carpeted by lush foliage and crisscrossed  by rolling rivers and cascading waterfalls. Take a lazy raft ride on  Montego Bay’s Martha Brae River. Climb world–famous Dunn’s River Falls  in Ocho Rios. Or watch the cliff divers at Rick’s Café in Negril. 

About Beaches Resorts

Beaches® Resorts is the Caribbean’s most-awarded luxury family all-inclusive vacation experience, where memories are created and made to last. Beaches Resorts is the ultimate beachfront getaway for every member of the family. Kids , enjoy exclusive Kids Camps and teen nightclubs, while parents indulge in butler service, luxurious spa treatments, gourmet restaurants and all with the assurance of Certified Nannies and expertly trained team members. Beaches Resorts is part of family-owned Sandals Resorts International (SRI), which includes Sandals Resorts, and is the Caribbean’s leading all-inclusive resort company. For more information about Beaches Resorts, click on "FIND OUT MORE" above.

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From towering mountains to vast deserts, our tours will take you on a journey through some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth. Get ready to be amazed by the beauty of nature.

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SUITE-HEART SALE NOW ON 

The Valentine's Gift That Includes It All 

  • ✔ Save up to $1,500 Instant Credit 
  • ✔ Free Private Candlelight Dinner for Two 
  • ✔ 1 Free Night 

Booking Window: Now – February 16, 2026    Travel Window: February 3, 2026 – December 25, 2027    Blackout Dates: December 26, 2026 – January 1, 2027        To be eligible for this promotion guests must fulfill the following conditions:            INSTANT CREDIT BY LENGTH OF STAY:        Resort 3 Nights 4 Nights 5 Nights 6 Nights 7+ Nights 10+ Nights     Sandals Saint Vincent - $375 $505 $775 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Royal Curaçao - $375 $505 $775 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Grenada - $375 $505 $775 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Barbados - $375 $505 $775 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Royal Barbados - $375 $505 $775 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Royal Bahamian $350 $420 $555 $755 $1,000 $1,500   Sandals Royal Plantation $225 $305 $405 $505 $650 $1,000   Sandals Ochi $225 $305 $405 $505 $650 $1,000   

Sandals Ochi

Room categories 4N1, NG2 $225 $305 $405 $505 $650 $1,500   Sandals Negril $225 $305 $405 $505 $605 $1,000   Sandals South Coast - $305 $405 $505 $650 $1,000   Sandals Montego Bay - $305 $405 $505 $605 $1,000   Sandals Royal Caribbean - $305 $405 $505 $605 $1,000   Sandals Dunn's River - $305 $405 $505 $605 $1,000   Sandals Grande St. Lucian - $275 $405 $525 $635 $1,000   Sandals Regency La Toc - $275 $405 $525 $635 $1,000   Sandals Halcyon Beach - $275 $405 $525 $635 $1,000   Sandals Grande Antigua - $275 $405 $525 $635 $1,000     

  1.      All instant credits are valid in USD, applied to the base fare (land only).     
  2.      Offer is combinable with other Sandals consumer saving promotions.     
  3.        Credit vouchers are subject to Terms & Conditions of any promotion and may or may not be combinable.     

   ONE NIGHT FREE:    

  1.      Offer valid for travel now until further notice.     
  2.      Offer valid at select resorts for select room categories.     
  3.      Offer is valid for 7+ paid nights and for the following resorts and room categories:        
    Sandals Montego Bay: Includes Rooms BV, BBV, OBV, M1, RJ, OBT, OWT, OSS, B1B, S1B, OL1B, SLX, SB1B, SM1B, SUP        
    Sandals Ochi, Sandals Grenada, Sandals Antigua: Includes All Butler Rooms        
    Sandals Regency La Toc: Includes Rooms BO, BW, BS, B2P, SV, RP1, PP1, SKYV, RPP       
    Sandals Grande St. Lucia: Includes Rooms RP, BP, 1BL, 1B, PS     
  4.        Not combinable with last minute deals.     

   FREE PRIVATE CANDLELIGHT DINNER:    

  1.      Offer valid for new bookings made to Jamaica resorts between  February 3, 2026 – February 16, 2026, and is valid for travel from  February 3, 2026 – December 25, 2027.     
  2.      Free Private Candlelight Dinner valid for a qualifying stay of  five (5) PAID nights or longer at any Sandals Jamaican resort.     
  3.      Free Private Candlelight Dinner must be booked on arrival and  redeemed during the qualifying stay. Location and time are based on the  availability of the resort and holds no monetary value.     
  4. Registration is required to receive the  Candlelight Dinner offer, guest or travel advisors must enter the  booking number on the registration page within 72 hours of booking: www.sandals.com/suite-heart-registration. 
  5.      This Promotion is not applicable to contracted Groups.     

   ALL OFFERS:    

  1.      Offers are valid for new bookings only.     
  2.      Offers are valid per one qualifying booking.     
  3.      Offers are combinable with Sandals Select Rewards Point promotions.     
  4.      Offers are not applicable to bookings with industry rates.     
  5.      Credit vouchers are subject to Terms & Conditions of any promotion and may or may not be combinable.     
  6.      All rates and credits are in USD.     
  7.      Offers are subject to change and availability throughout the promotional period and may be withdrawn at any time.     
  8.      Offers may not be applicable for group bookings.     
  9.      Black-out dates and other restrictions and limitations may apply.     
  10.      Promotion exceptions will only be made on a case-by-case basis.     
  11.      Offers have no cash value and cannot be sold, exchanged, or transferred to another booking.     
  12.      Unique Vacations and Sandals Resorts are not responsible for errors and omissions.     
  13.      This promotion is not applicable to contracted Groups.     

   This promotion is also subject to Unique Travel Corps 'Unique' (the     worldwide representative for Sandals/Beaches Resorts)     Standard Promotional Conditions    and is combinable with all of Unique ’s     Standard Promotions (Including our Seasonal Promotions) except those         listed above, Standard Resort Offers    and with Unique 's current     Loyalty & Travel Desk Discounts. In addition, this promotion is subject to the conditions set out by     Unique 's     Standard Disclaimers.   

Destination Weddings

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Destination Weddings

Everywhere you turn at Sandals, you’ll find the most romantic  destination wedding venues, perfect for the wedding ceremony you've  always dreamed of. Say “I do” on a bluff top or on a palm-fringed  white-sand beach with the ocean as your backdrop. Anything and  everything is possible when you get married in paradise.  

 

Test-Drive Your Wedding

 Please note, Sandals caters to two adults per room. Should your party include children, we invite you to visit Beaches Resorts.
All Test-Drive Your Wedding rates are Per Couple/Per Night.
We offer 2 nights at $275 USD per couple per night at the following  Sandals Resorts: Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals  Negril, Sandals South Coast and Sandals Ochi Beach and 3 nights at  Sandals Regency La Toc, Sandals Grande St Lucian, and Sandals Halcyon  Beach.
Test-Drive Your Wedding for 2 nights at $325 USD per couple per night at  Sandals Royal Plantation and $375 USD per couple per night at Sandals  Royal Bahamian. Test Drive Your Wedding for 2 nights at $400 USD per  couple per night at Sandals Dunn's River. Test Drive Your Wedding for 3  nights at $300 USD per couple per night at Sandals Grande Antigua and  Sandals Grenada. Test Drive Your Wedding for 3 nights at $350 USD per  couple per night at Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados. Test  Drive Your Wedding for 3 nights at $375 USD per couple per night at  Sandals Emerald Bay and Sandals Royal Curacao. Test Drive Your Wedding  for up to 3 nights at $450 USD per couple per night at Sandals Saint  Vincent.
Space is subject to availability and blackout dates apply. Room Category  for the Test Drive is Run of House (ROH).  Test Drive stays are only  offered Sunday-Wednesday. The credit amount is based on the total Test  Drive rate and length of stay, excluding additional night(s) at regular  rate, and will be credited toward a Wedding group of 5 rooms or more  booked through the Unique Travel Corp (UTC) Groups Department via group  code or contract. The Test Drive credit is only applicable for new  Wedding bookings made after the Test Drive travel. Couples are  responsible for providing their own round trip airfare and should not be  purchased until after the Test Drive has been booked and confirmed by  the Test Drive Department.  Couples are permitted to redeem one Test  Drive Promotion and requested Test Drive dates cannot coincide or be  within 4 months of future wedding travel dates.   Payment is due at the  time of booking.  Cancellation: 46 days or more prior to travel a full  refund applies; 45-31 days or more a 50% penalty applies; 30 days or  less all payments fully non-refundable. Couples who do not attend  wedding preview with an onsite planner during their Test Drive will  forfeit any Test drive credit that may apply.
 

Test Drive stays are only offered Sunday-Wednesday 

  

Plus receive up to$1,350 credit WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR WEDDING GROUP OF 5 ROOMS OR MORE


Destination
Wedding Venues 

When it comes to planning a destination wedding, location is everything. Rest assured, a Sandals celebration is always worth the trip. With 17 all-inclusive resorts, eight islands, and dozens of venues, you’re sure to find a setting that suits your style.


Over-The-Water Wedding Chapel*

This  unique and picturesque venue features stunning 360-degree, panoramic  water views and a glass floor aisle, so you can truly be walking on  water on your special day.

Available at: 

  • Sandals South Coast 
  • Sandals Grande St. Lucian 
  • Sandals Montego Bay 
  • Sandals Ochi 

*Available for an additional cost.    


Sky Terrace*

This  unique venue lets you experience the height of romance as you get  married beside a rooftop pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Available at: 

  • Sandals Royal Barbados 

*Available for an additional cost.    

Intimate Resort Chapel*

This  charming, secluded wedding chapel features a path framed by fountain  pools and lush greenery, while the interior boasts traditional wooden  pews and an elevated altar.

Available at: 

  • Sandals Montego Bay 

*Available at an additional cost    

Oceanfront Gazebo

Nestled  along the most perfect beaches in the Caribbean, our oceanfront gazebos  frame idyllic ocean views from beneath their charming vaulted roofs.

Available at: 

  • All Sandals Resorts (Except Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals Barbados, & Sandals Royal Barbados) 

Beachfront Wedding

Overlooking  the vast aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea, our pristine  white-sand beaches create the perfect backdrop for your destination  wedding.

Available at: 

  • All Sandals Resorts 

Sandals/weddings/ Garden Gazebo

Let your love bloom beneath a breezy gazebo set amidst lush tropical gardens by the sea.

Available at: 

  • Most sandals resorts 

European Wedding Garden

Our European gardens create an elegant, sophisticated backdrop of manicured lawns and serene pools.

Available at: 

  • Sandals Ochi 
  • Sandals Grande Antigua .

Last Minute Deals

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES

Destination Weddings

Travel Last Minute  and 

get 1 night free.  **

 When booking select arrival dates *

*Not combinable  with SSG discounts, Bank of America redemption's, Military/IAFF discounts or credit nights.    

In order to fill gaps in occupancy we are offering one night free when you book 3 to 5   nights

during select travel dates.  Note specific check in dates apply for various resorts with SET available dates.  Plus, this offer is  NOT combinable with our current percent-off savings! OR any other offers!

 Limited to Select dates.

Details on line and vary with resort selected.

Many dates are not available. 

This promotion is also subject to Unique Travel Corps ‘Unique’ (the worldwide representative for Sandals/Beaches Resorts) Standard Promotional Conditions and is combinable with all of Unique 's Standard Promotions (Including our Seasonal Promotions), Standard Resort Offers and with Unique 's current Loyalty & Travel Desk Discounts. In addition, this promotion is subject to the conditions set out by Unique 's Standard Disclaimers.

Golfing

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES

Green fees Included

 

The Best Golf in the Caribbean

for A World-Class Experience


 

Complimentary Green Fees  AT 2 PREMIER GOLF DESTINATIONS 

  • Complimentary green fees in Jamaica and Saint Lucia
  • Round trip transfers from neighboring Sandals Resorts
  • Complimentary group golf clinic hosted weekly
  • Full-service clubhouse

 

Upton Estate Golf & Country Club

The Golf Club in Ocho Rios

One of the finest golf clubs in the Caribbean, this course rises 700 feet above sea level and stretches out over a rolling landscape with sweeping views of the sea and mountains.

About The Course

  • 18-hole, resort-style course with 3 sets of tees
  • Plays to 6,404 yards, par 72
  • Narrow fairways and minuscule drop-off greens

 

Cap Estate Golf & Country Club

Cap Estate Golf & Country Club in Saint Lucia

Enjoy free green fees and complimentary transfers to our 18-hole Cap Estate Golf & Country Club, a challenging golf course perfect for all levels of play.

About The Courses

  • Cap Estate Golf & Country Club
  • 18-hole, resort-style course
  • Plays over 7,000 yards, par 71

 

This promotion is also subject to Unique Travel Corps ‘Unique’ (the worldwide representative for Sandals/Beaches Resorts) Standard Promotional Conditions and is combinable with all of Unique' s Standard Promotions (Including our Seasonal Promotions), Standard Resort Offers and with Unique' s current Loyalty & Travel Desk Discounts. In addition, this promotion is subject to the conditions set out by Unique' s Standard Disclaimers.

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES

EVERY SANDALS VACATION INCLUDES


  • Luxurious and Unique Rooms & Suites
  • Unlimited Meals at up to 16 Fine Restaurants
  • Up to 11 Bars per Resort
  • Unlimited Premium Liquors
  • Stocked Bars in Every Room
  • Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks® Wines
  • Entertainment Day & Night
  • All Sandals Resorts are Adults-Only, Designed for Couples
  • PADI® Certified Scuba Diving
  • Unlimited Land & Water Sports
  • Motorized Water Sports at Select Resorts
  • Private Offshore Islands at Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals Royal Bahamian
  • State-of-the-Art Fitness Centers
  • Green fees at our Golf Courses in Select Resorts
  • Exclusive Exchange Privileges Between Resorts
  • Free Non-Stop Round-Trip Airport Transfers
  • All Taxes, Tips and Gratuities
  • Exclusive Airport Arrival Lounge in Jamaica
  • Free WiFi (In Room and All Common Areas)
  • Free Wedding (For Stays of 3 Nights or Longer)
  • Personal Butler Service and Private Transfers in Most Top-Tier Suites

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(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

 


One of the quiet frustrations people bring back from all-inclusive trips sounds like this:

“We loved it… but we spent more than we expected.”

That usually isn’t because the resort was misleading or overpriced. It’s because the guest assumed that all-inclusive meant the same thing everywhere.

It doesn’t.

Where Sandals and Beaches consistently perform well — and where boutique resorts sometimes surprise people — is in what’s included that guests would otherwise hesitate to pay for once they’re on property.

That’s the “expensive stuff,” and it’s where value is either felt immediately or slowly questioned.

Water sports: where value shows up fast

On islands where Sandals operates, water isn’t a backdrop — it’s the main attraction. That’s why their approach to water sports matters.

In Jamaica, resorts like Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals Montego Bay include scuba diving for certified divers. That’s a detail many people overlook when comparing nightly rates, but it becomes very real once you consider what diving costs elsewhere.

For couples who actually dive, this inclusion alone can shift the value equation dramatically. A boutique resort nearby might offer beautiful snorkeling and sailing, but diving is usually an added cost — and one that people often skip once they see the price.

At Sandals, there’s no moment of hesitation. You either dive or you don’t — but cost isn’t part of the decision.

Beaches and the family version of “expensive”

With families, the expensive stuff isn’t always glamorous — it’s functional.

At Beaches Turks & Caicos, what’s included isn’t just food and water sports. It’s childcare, teen programs, water parks, activities that don’t require constant sign-ups, and dining that doesn’t come with daily negotiation.

Could a family recreate that elsewhere on the island? Possibly — but by the time you add meals, excursions, and activities à la carte, the cost difference narrows quickly. More importantly, the experience becomes fragmented.

Beaches wins here not because it’s extravagant, but because it’s cohesive.

Snorkeling: the most misunderstood inclusion

Almost every resort says it includes snorkeling. What they usually mean is gear and calm water access.

That’s not the same as experience.

On islands like Antigua and Saint Lucia, Sandals resorts often include boat-based snorkeling as part of their activity program. That changes the entire experience. You see different reefs. You spend time on the water. It feels like an outing, not an afterthought.

Boutique resorts on the same islands may offer excellent snorkeling — but often as an optional excursion. Some guests happily pay for it. Others quietly pass and end up doing less than they expected.

That hesitation is the difference.

Where boutique resorts justify cost differently

Boutique luxury all-inclusive resorts don’t usually compete on inclusion volume. They compete on environment.

On Antigua, a resort like Galley Bay offers a calmer, more stripped-back experience. Meals are included and well prepared, but dining options are limited. Activities exist, but they’re understated. The resort assumes guests want to do less, not more.

That can feel incredibly luxurious — if that’s what you’re seeking.

What boutique resorts sell isn’t the expensive stuff. It’s the absence of noise, crowds, and complexity. That’s valuable, but it’s a different value than Sandals or Beaches delivers.

Why Sandals and Beaches feel easier on vacation

What Sandals and Beaches do exceptionally well is remove the moment where guests pause and ask, “Is this worth it?”

You don’t have to decide whether an activity is worth the price.
You don’t have to calculate value mid-vacation.
You don’t have to weigh enjoyment against cost.

That mental freedom is part of what people are paying for — even if they don’t realize it until they’re there.

The real takeaway

Luxury all-inclusive value isn’t about how much is included.

It’s about how often you hesitate.

Sandals and Beaches reduce hesitation by design.
Boutique resorts reduce stimulation by design.

Both approaches can be worth the price — but they feel very different once you arrive.

What “All-Inclusive” Really Means

(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

 February 13, 2026

- at Sandals, Beaches, and Boutique Resorts 

 (And why expectations matter more than definitions) 

“All-inclusive” is one of the most misleading terms in luxury travel.

People hear it and assume it means everything is covered, nothing to think about, no surprises. Sometimes that’s true. Sometimes it’s mostly true. And sometimes it’s technically true but emotionally disappointing.

The difference almost always comes down to expectations, not value.

This is where Sandals and Beaches tend to outperform boutique resorts for many travelers — not because they include more on paper, but because they’re clearer about what the experience is meant to be.

How Sandals defines all-inclusive in practice

Sandals built its reputation by solving a very specific problem: how to make a Caribbean vacation feel indulgent without requiring constant decisions.

At resorts like Sandals Grande St. Lucian, all-inclusive means you genuinely don’t need to reach for your wallet or your phone once you arrive. Dining doesn’t come with qualifiers. You’re not scanning menus for upcharges. Activities happen naturally because they’re there, not because you’ve booked them.

That clarity matters.

Guests know they can:

  • dine wherever they want without second-guessing
     
  • participate in water sports without calculating cost
     
  • enjoy evenings without wondering what’s “extra”
     

More importantly, they know this before they arrive. Sandals doesn’t promise everything imaginable — it promises a consistent, generous experience and delivers it across islands.

That’s why first-time all-inclusive travelers often feel so comfortable at Sandals. There’s very little interpretation required.

Beaches and the family version of all-inclusive

Beaches takes the same philosophy and applies it to families, where confusion and friction multiply quickly if things aren’t clear.

At Beaches Turks & Caicos, all-inclusive isn’t about indulgence — it’s about function. Meals happen without negotiation. Kids have places to be. Parents aren’t constantly making tradeoffs between cost and experience.

Families don’t leave wondering what they missed because of price. That’s a subtle but powerful distinction.

What Beaches includes isn’t always flashy, but it’s practical. And practicality is what allows families to relax.

Where boutique all-inclusive feels different

Boutique luxury all-inclusive resorts often approach the concept more selectively.

On islands like Antigua or Saint Lucia, a boutique resort may include beautifully prepared meals, refined service, and a calm environment — but expect guests to engage more intentionally with what’s available.

A resort like Galley Bay, for example, delivers an all-inclusive experience that feels pared back by design. Dining is included, but options are limited. Activities exist, but they’re not constantly presented. The resort assumes guests want fewer choices, not more.

For travelers who value stillness and repetition, this can feel luxurious. For others, it can feel unexpectedly restrictive — not because anything is wrong, but because expectations weren’t aligned.

The misunderstanding that causes disappointment

The most common mistake I see is assuming all-inclusive means the same thing everywhere.

Someone books a boutique all-inclusive expecting Sandals-style breadth and feels underwhelmed. Someone books Sandals expecting a quiet retreat and feels overstimulated.

Neither resort failed. The definition just wasn’t shared.

Sandals and Beaches succeed because they reduce interpretation. Boutique resorts succeed when travelers already know what kind of experience they want.

What actually matters more than inclusions

What matters isn’t how much is included — it’s how often guests hesitate.

At Sandals and Beaches, hesitation is rare. At boutique resorts, hesitation is often part of the design. You pause. You consider. You choose.

Some people find that refreshing. Others find it tiring.

That difference is the real meaning of all-inclusive.

Final thought

“All-inclusive” isn’t a checklist. It’s a mindset.

Sandals and Beaches define it as freedom from friction.
Boutique resorts define it as freedom from excess.

Neither is better. But they feel very different once you’re there — and knowing which one you’re booking matters more than the name on the brochure.

By Donald Wenzak, 

The Best Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts for Couples

(And why Sandals and Beaches often feel like better value than they first appear)

Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

 February 11, 2026

 — and Why Relationship Stage Matters More Than the Island 

Couples don’t all travel the same way, even when they use the same words to describe what they want.

“Relaxing.”
“Romantic.”
“Easy.”

Those words mean something very different depending on whether a couple is on their honeymoon, celebrating twenty years together, or simply trying to reconnect after a busy stretch of life.

This is where Sandals’ multi-resort, multi-island model becomes especially useful.

Honeymoon couples: when ease matters more than uniqueness

Honeymooners rarely want to experiment. They want things to work.

That’s why resorts like Sandals Grande St. Lucian consistently attract honeymoon couples. The scenery is dramatic, the water is calm, and the resort offers enough variety that couples don’t feel boxed into one mood for the week.

Everything is handled. Romance happens naturally because logistics disappear.

Could a boutique resort in Saint Lucia feel more private? Absolutely. But many honeymooners don’t want privacy at the expense of confidence. Sandals provides that confidence.

Anniversary and milestone couples: comfort over novelty

Couples celebrating milestones often value comfort and rhythm over novelty.

On Antigua, Sandals Grande Antigua works well because it allows couples to settle in. Dining variety prevents repetition on longer stays. The beach is reliable. The resort is large enough to offer choice, but not so energetic that it overwhelms.

Boutique resorts on Antigua, like Hammock Cove, can be beautiful for these trips — especially if privacy is the goal. But they reward couples who already know they want quiet, not those still deciding how they want the week to unfold.

Social couples: energy without chaos

Some couples genuinely enjoy being around people, live music, and a bit of energy — without crossing into party territory.

On Jamaica, resorts like Sandals Montego Bay or Sandals Ochi succeed because they offer multiple atmospheres within one resort. Couples can engage socially or step back without leaving the property.

Trying to force this kind of couple into a boutique resort usually backfires. They don’t want noise — they want options.

Couples who want to disconnect, not disconnect completely

There’s a middle ground that doesn’t get talked about enough.

On Grenada, Sandals Grenada tends to attract couples who want a quieter Sandals experience without giving up variety. The resort is compact. The island itself is calmer. The energy is noticeably lower than Jamaica properties.

For couples who want to unplug a bit — but not disappear — this balance works exceptionally well.

Why boutique resorts still matter for couples

Boutique resorts shine when the trip is about retreat rather than exploration.

Couples who choose boutique properties often say the same thing when they return: they felt rested in a way they hadn’t in years.

That’s not because the resort was better — it’s because it aligned with what they needed at that moment.

The real takeaway

The best couples resort isn’t about island or brand.

It’s about timing.

Sandals excels because it offers flexibility across relationship stages, islands, and moods. Boutique resorts excel when couples are ready to commit to stillness.

Knowing which one fits this trip is what turns a good vacation into the right one.

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Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

 February 10, 2026

And when a boutique family resort can genuinely make sense

Family travel has a way of telling the truth.

A resort can look perfect online, photograph beautifully, and come highly recommended — and still leave parents more tired than when they arrived. Not because anything went wrong, but because the vacation quietly required too much management. Meals needed planning. Activities needed coordination. Someone was always waiting while someone else was restless.

That’s why family all-inclusive travel isn’t really about luxury at all.

It’s about how much responsibility the resort removes once you arrive.

And this is where Beaches continues to earn its reputation.

Beaches Turks & Caicos: when size actually makes life easier

Beaches Turks & Caicos doesn’t pretend to be small, intimate, or understated. What it does instead is absorb complexity — and for families, that matters far more.

Families arrive here carrying different ages, energy levels, and expectations. What happens remarkably quickly is that the resort takes over the rhythm of the week. Meals stop being negotiations because there are enough options to satisfy everyone without discussion. Kids move between activities without parents constantly checking the schedule. Teenagers gain independence in a way that feels structured rather than chaotic.

The most telling moment usually comes midweek, when parents realize they’re no longer managing the vacation. They’re participating in it — or stepping back from it — without guilt.

That’s the real inclusion at Beaches Turks & Caicos. Not just food, waterparks, or kids’ clubs, but relief from decision fatigue.

Smaller Turks & Caicos resorts: beautiful, but expectation-sensitive

Turks & Caicos also offers quieter, more boutique-style resorts that attract families looking for a calmer footprint.

Alexandra Resort is a good example. The atmosphere is noticeably more relaxed, the layout is manageable, and the beachfront setting is excellent. Families with older children who enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and spending unstructured time together often feel very comfortable here.

What becomes clear after a few days, though, is that the resort assumes parents want to stay involved. Dining options are fewer. Activities don’t naturally flow from one part of the day to the next. Parents step back into the role of planner more often — not because the resort is lacking, but because it’s intentionally simpler.

Another option, The Sands at Grace Bay, appeals to families who value space and independence. Larger accommodations and a relaxed, residential feel make it attractive for families who want room to spread out. But again, the tone of the trip shifts. Flexibility replaces structure, and parents quietly take on more responsibility shaping the days.

For the right family, this feels freeing. For others, it feels like work creeping back in.

Beaches Negril: a different Beaches, and for many families, the easier one

Beaches Negril feels very different from its Turks & Caicos counterpart — and for many families, that difference is exactly why it works.

Negril’s long, walkable beach defines the experience. The resort flows along the shoreline instead of spreading out into villages. Parents can see what’s happening around them. Kids return to the same spots day after day. A natural routine forms without anyone forcing it.

The inclusions quietly do what they’re supposed to do. Meals happen easily. Activities are available without planning. Parents join in when they want to and step back when they don’t. The resort supports the family rather than entertaining it.

Beaches Negril doesn’t try to impress. It tries to make the week feel manageable. That’s why so many families come home saying it felt easier than expected.

Boutique family resorts in Negril: intimate, but hands-on

Negril also supports smaller family-friendly resorts for travelers who want a quieter alternative to Beaches.

Azul Beach Resort Negril attracts families who prefer a more intimate atmosphere and slower pace. The resort is compact, the beach is excellent, and days unfold gently. Families with older children or teens who don’t need constant programming often enjoy the balance.

What parents often notice, however, is that fewer structured activities mean they’re more involved in shaping the day. For some families, that feels like quality time. For others, it feels like responsibility returning when they were hoping it wouldn’t.

A slightly different option, Royalton Negril, sits somewhere between boutique and large-scale. The design is modern, the footprint is contained, and the energy is more contemporary. It works well for families who want something polished and lively, but still want all-inclusive convenience without the scale of Beaches.

What families actually remember

Families don’t come home happiest because the resort was beautiful.

They come home happiest because the vacation felt easy.

Beaches delivers ease through structure and scale. Boutique family resorts deliver calm through simplicity and space. Neither approach is better — but they feel very different once the week is underway.

Knowing which one fits your family right now is what turns a good trip into the right one.

And that’s why, for many families, Beaches continues to set the benchmark — not by trying to be everything, but by quietly doing what families need most.

fact check are all sandals and beaches properties open except for Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Royal Caribbean, and Sandals South Coast

Here’s the latest, accurate status of Sandals and Beaches properties as of early 2026:

Beaches Resorts

Beaches Resorts currently has two operating properties:

  • Beaches Turks & Caicos — open and available for bookings.
     
  • Beaches Negril (Jamaica) 

https://bit.ly/luxurytravelbeaches 

Top Tips for Planning a Luxury Travel Experience

Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

Boutique vs Big: Which Luxury All-Inclusive Is Right for for You

February 03, 2026

 

Discover the Essence of Tailored Luxury Travel

Luxury travel is not just about reaching a destination—it’s an immersive experience that transforms every moment into something extraordinary. Unlike standard travel, luxury trips emphasize personalized itineraries, meticulous attention to detail, and exclusive access to hidden gems. This approach ensures that each journey is uniquely crafted to reflect your personal tastes and lifestyle.

The experience goes beyond high-end accommodations and gourmet dining; it connects you with local culture and bespoke adventures. Imagine seamless travel arrangements in vibrant metropolises or tranquil escapes in renowned Caribbean resorts, each offering a curated blend of comfort and adventure. Key benefits include:

  • Tailored experiences that cater to individual preferences.
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  • Exclusive access to unique cultural and recreational activities.

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  2. Prioritize Exclusivity and Amenities: Look for places renowned for exclusive resorts, fine dining, and personalized service. A luxury trip means enjoying high-end accommodations and bespoke experiences that cater to your every whim while immersing yourself in refined surroundings.
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  4. Unique Experiences: Explore destinations that offer tailor-made adventures—from all-inclusive resorts  in the Caribbean to elegant wine tastings in scenic European vineyards—allowing you to create memories that are both exclusive and deeply personal.
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Embark on a journey to design a bespoke luxury travel experience that reflects your unique tastes and preferences. Follow these actionable steps to craft an itinerary that caters perfectly to your desires:

  1. Define Your Vision  
    Begin by outlining your ideal vacation. Identify the type of luxury experience you crave—whether it's exploring exclusive resorts in the Caribbean or immersing yourself in cultural adventures worldwide. Write down your must-have destinations and experiences.
  2. You can Customize Your Daily Schedule or select a Resort that can Customize for You !

Resorts like the All Inclusive Sandals ( Couples) or Beaches (Family, Friends & Multi-generational ) Can provide you with ready for you, no stress vacations. Or you can spend the time to break down your itinerary into daily segments. Include a mix of relaxation, dining at upscale restaurants, and cultural excursions. Incorporate local touches specific to your selected regions, ensuring an authentic and personalized travel experience. Me, I'd rather let the pro's create a memorable vacation.

3.Review and Refine  
Double-check your arrangements for seamless transitions for activities. Adjust timing and details, keeping an eye on logistics and potential local seasonal events for optimal discovery. Enjoy the creative process and set the stage for an unforgettable adventure or through luxury travel directory link to Sandals or Beaches and let them co-ordinate everything. Air, transfers,  first class dining and accommodations with adventure.

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Boutique vs Big: Which Luxury All-Inclusive Is Right for for You

Beaches Still Sets the Benchmark for Family All-Inclusive Travel

Boutique vs Big: Which Luxury All-Inclusive Is Right for for You

 January 10, 2026|Sandals-Beaches-vs-boutique

People often say they want   Luxury All-Inclusive Resorts - the best Caribbean all inclusive resorts, “the best” luxury all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean , the best all inclusive family resorts Caribbean best Caribbean all inclusive resorts best Caribbean all inclusive resorts . What they usually mean is that they want a vacation that feels easy, indulgent, and worth the time they’ve taken to get there.

The mistake is assuming that all luxury all-inclusive resorts are trying to deliver the same experience.

They aren’t.

The biggest divide in Caribbean all-inclusive travel isn’t price, island, or even brand reputation. It’s whether a resort is designed to feel boutique and intimate, or large-scale and comprehensive. Understanding that difference upfront determines whether a trip feels effortless or slightly off — even if everything looks good on paper.

How luxury actually shows up once you arrive

Luxury, when it works, doesn’t announce itself. You feel it when you stop checking your phone, when dinner doesn’t feel rushed, when no one is subtly upselling you, and when the day unfolds without friction.

That feeling can happen at a small resort or a large one. What changes is how it’s delivered.

Large resorts like Sandals Grande St. Lucian are designed to remove decision-making through abundance. You don’t have to think about where to eat, what to do, or whether something costs extra. Everything is there, clearly defined, and consistently delivered.

Boutique resorts remove decision-making by reducing choice. Fewer rooms, fewer dining venues, fewer people, fewer moving parts. The day becomes simpler because there’s less to navigate.

Both approaches can feel luxurious — but they feel luxurious to different kinds of travelers.

Why large luxury all-inclusive resorts work so well for many people

Large resorts don’t succeed because they’re flashy. They succeed because they’re forgiving.

At a place like Sandals Royal Barbados, guests can change their minds hourly. A quiet morning can turn into an active afternoon and a lively evening without ever leaving the property. Dining variety prevents repetition. Entertainment exists if you want it, and disappears if you don’t.

For couples who don’t want to plan every moment — or for families who can’t — this flexibility is what makes the trip relaxing.

Sandals has also become very good at managing scale. While the resorts are large, they’re intentionally divided into zones that allow guests to self-select their experience. Some people stay near the action. Others quietly disappear into calmer areas. That internal variety is why so many travelers return.

Where boutique resorts feel fundamentally different

Boutique luxury all-inclusive resorts don’t try to offer everything. They assume guests don’t want everything.

At a smaller resort, the luxury comes from stillness. The absence of crowds. The ability to recognize faces. The feeling that the resort is unfolding around you rather than operating around you.

This works exceptionally well for couples traveling for reconnection, anniversaries, or recovery from busy lives. Time stretches. Meals linger. You stop thinking about what you “should” be doing.

But that same simplicity can feel limiting if you value variety, social energy, or stimulation. Boutique resorts reward travelers who already know they want less.

Why mismatch — not quality — causes disappointment

Most disappointment in luxury all-inclusive travel doesn’t come from poor resorts. It comes from poor alignment.

People book boutique resorts expecting nightlife and variety, then feel bored. Others book large resorts expecting solitude and feel overwhelmed.

Neither experience is wrong. The expectation was.

The question isn’t “Which is better?”
It’s “Which one matches how I actually travel right now?”

A pattern that shows up again and again

First-time all-inclusive travelers often gravitate toward large resorts like Sandals because they want reassurance. They want things to work. They want options.

As people travel more — and time becomes more valuable — many begin to seek smaller, quieter environments where the resort gets out of the way.

One isn’t an upgrade from the other. They serve different stages.

The bottom line

 The best Luxury Caribbean all-inclusive travel isn’t about more or less. It’s about fit.

When the resort style matches the traveler, the details fade into the background and the trip becomes what it should be — restorative, enjoyable, and memorable for the right reasons.

www.luxurytravel.directory  click on links SANDALS Main Site and BEACHES Main Site 

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The law may require Travelmart to disclose information you have provided  in order to obtain the travel services or products you have requested.  Travelmart may also disclose information against someone that may be a  threat to Travelmart interests (such as client fraud) or whose  activities could bring harm or threat to others. We may be required to  provide customers information to third parties such as credit card  companies and collection agencies, for the purpose of resolving disputes  that arise in the normal course of business.

H). This privacy statement is posted on the premises of the Travel mart and our appropriate web sites at www.travelmart.ca Travelmart reserves the right to modify or amend this Privacy statement at any time and for any reasons.
 

The Travel Mart Ltd. and it's dba's   ( Travelmart , Travelmart West, Wholesale- Direct -by Travelmart, )  and affiliated companies and travel sites that Travelmart provides  "Travel & related  services" too , (Transparency dc, Hawaii Beach Front Hotels,  Transparency Digital Consultancy, TDCImages, Scenic-river-cruises.com, Banffcanmore.com,  Flashtravelsales.com, Citiz.guide, Luxurytravel.directory,  Extraordinary Travel, Europerivercruises.ca, Maui.guide),   We believe it is important to protect and respect the privacy of our  customers and users of this site (the "Site"). The Travel Mart Ltd. is  referred to herein as the "Company". We are committed to ensuring your  privacy as a customer and guest as set forth below, and we know you care  about how your personal information is collected, used, and shared.

This  Privacy Policy describes our policies and practices, and we urge you to  read this Privacy Policy so that you will understand both our  commitment to you and your privacy, and how you can participate in that  commitment.

THE INFORMATION AND  MATERIALS POSTED BY THE COMPANY AND CONTAINED ON THE SITE ARE SUBJECT TO  CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. USERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REGULARLY CHECKING OUR  POLICIES, TERMS OF USE AND CONDITIONS AGREEMENT, PRIVACY POLICY AND ANY  DISCLAIMERS ON THE SITE BEFORE USING AND WHILE USING THE SITE. ALL SUCH  CHANGES ARE BINDING ON YOU 14 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER THEY ARE INITIALLY  POSTED ON THE SITE UNLESS YOU ARE A NEW USER, IN WHICH CASE THEY ARE  BINDING ON YOU IMMEDIATELY.

1. Notice.

  1. General. In general, you can browse certain areas of the Site  without telling us who you are or revealing personal information about  yourself. When you apply to become a member of the Site, we will ask you  for information that personally identifies you or allows us to contact  you ("Personal Information"). We use your Personal Information for the  following primary purposes:     
    1. To make the Site easier for you to use by not having to enter information more than once.
    2. To help you quickly find information on the Site.
    3. To alert you to special offers, updated information, and any services from our company.
    4. To facilitate your use of our services.
  2. Collected Information. Our Site may collect information from you in several different ways including the following:     
    1. Log Files. As is true of most websites, the Site gathers  certain information automatically and stores it in log files. This  information includes Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser types,  Internet Service Providers (ISPs), referring/exit pages, operating  systems, date/time stamps, and movements around the Site.
    2. Correspondence. If you send us a personal correspondence, such  as an email or a letter, we may collect such information into a file  specific to you.
  3. Site Usage. The Site may monitor your activities, preferences, and  transactional data (such as your IP address) relating to your use of  the Site and/or our services and log this information. This information  may be used to diagnose technical problems or problems with your account  or the Site in general.
  4. Cookies. Cookies are data files that are written onto your  computer by a website, and stay there unless they expire or are removed  by you. Cookies enable a website to recognize your computer when you  revisit the website, and recall your website preferences to enhance your  experience in using the website. We presently do not use cookies to  collect or use any information about your visits to other websites and  do not knowingly allow any third party to create cookies or otherwise  collect any information from the Site. Consult your browser Help menu to  learn more about how you can configure your browser software to notify  you when your computer receives a new cookie. Note that you may be able  to configure your browser to disable the creation of cookies entirely.  This Privacy Policy covers the use of cookies by this Site only and does  not cover the use of cookies by any advertisers or third parties.
  5. Service-related Announcements. We may send you strictly  service-related announcements on rare occasions when it is necessary to  do so. For instance, if the Site is temporarily suspended for  maintenance, we might send you an email. Generally, you may opt-out of  these communications, which are not promotional in nature. If you do not  wish to receive them, you have the option of deactivating your account  as described in Section 5(b) of this Privacy Policy.
  6. Customer Service. Based upon the personally identifiable  information you provide us, we may communicate with you to respond to  your inquiries, to provide the services you request, and to manage your  account.

2. Disclosure of Collected Information.

  1. Information from the Site. We will not disclose to non-affiliated  third parties without your prior approval, your e-mail address, phone  number, or other personal information, that we collect via the Site. We  will, however, cooperate with official law enforcement inquiries, such  as fraud investigations and subpoenas, and will disclose your  information when necessary to comply with state and federal laws and  regulations.
  2. Other Members of the Site. We will never disclose your e-mail  address, phone number, or other personal information to any other member  of our Site. The Company cannot be held responsible if you share your  e-mail address, phone number, or other personal information to other  members of our Site or to any third parties.
  3. Disclaimer. We cannot ensure that all of your private  communications and other personal information will never be disclosed in  ways not otherwise described in this Privacy Policy. By way of example  (without limiting the foregoing), we may be forced to disclose personal  information to the government or third parties under certain  circumstances, third parties may unlawfully intercept or access  transmission or private communications, or users may abuse or misuse  your personal information that they collect from the Site.

3. Security.

We  are committed to ensuring that your personal information is reasonably  protected when it is submitted to us and use adequate measures to  protect such information collected from our Site.

  1. Our Site uses SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption in certain  payment-related sections to minimize the chances that your personal  information can be read as it passes over the Internet. SSL deters  others from seeing your personal information by scrambling it so that  only your web browser and our server, can decipher it. Personal  information collected by the Site is stored at a professionally managed  secure commercial location. These measures make it unlikely that your  personal information including any credit card information will be  compromised online. However, in the event of an unauthorized use of your  credit card, notify your credit card provider or issuing bank in  accordance with its reporting rules and procedures.
  2. How do I know my data is safe? There are two ways to check a  website is encrypting your personal and credit card data as it passes  over the Internet. The first is you will notice that the URL address in  the address bar of your web browser says https:// in the checkout pages,  instead of http:// like it normally does. This "s" signifies that you  are passing through a SSL (Secure Socket Layer) to the web server.  Secondly, you should see a small padlock icon in the bottom bar of your  web browser. You can double click on this icon to see additional  information about the encryption features.

4.  Enforcement. If for some reason you believe we have not adhered to the  principles of this Privacy Policy, please notify please contact our Webmaster and we will do our best to determine and correct the problem promptly.

  1. Limitations of Warranties and Remedies. TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED  BY LAW, THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, TERMS, OR CONDITIONS,  EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR  OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES, TERMS, OR CONDITIONS OF  MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WARRANTY OF  NON-INFRINGEMENT. THE COMPANY NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER  PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE  SERVICES THE COMPANY PROVIDES. IN NO EVENT WILL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE  FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES,  INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES, EVEN IF THE  COMPANY HAS, OR SHOULD HAVE HAD, ANY KNOWLEDGE, ACTUAL OR CONSTRUCTIVE,  OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
  2. Indemnification. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless  the Company and its officers and employees (the "Company Parties")  against any and all third party claims, suits, costs, losses,  liabilities, and expenses of any kind (including reasonable attorneys’  fees) that the Company Parties may incur arising out of or resulting  from your use of the Site or any of the products and services of the  Company.
  3. Choice of Law and Venue. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE GOVERNED BY THE  LAWS OF THE PROVINCE WHERE THE TRAVEL MART LTD..HAS LOCATED ITS  PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CHOICE OF LAW OR  CONFLICT OF LAWS PROVISIONS. ALL LEGAL ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE  AGREEMENT SHALL BE BROUGHT IN THE PROVINCE OR FEDERAL COURTS LOCATED  NEAREST TO WHERE THE TRAVEL MART LTD. IS HEADQUARTERED.
  4. Severability. If any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to  be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and  enforce ability of any of the remaining provisions will not in any way  be affected or impaired and a valid, legal, and enforceable provision of  similar intent and economic impact will be substituted therefore.
  5. Additional Provisions Regarding Liability. You and the Company  agree that the foregoing limitations will not be read so as to limit any  liability to an extent that would not be permitted under applicable law  and specifically will not limit any liability for gross negligence,  intentional tortuous, or unlawful conduct or damages for strict  liability that may not be limited by law.
  6. Notices. Any notices or communication sent by you to the Company pursuant to this Privacy Policy will be in writing and sent to travelmartwest@travelmart.ca

5. Additional Information.

  1. Links. The Site may contain links to other sites. However, please  be aware that the Company is not responsible for and cannot control the  privacy policies of such other sites. We encourage you to be aware when  you leave our Site, and to read the privacy policies of each and every  website that collects personally identifiable information. This Privacy  Policy applies solely to information collected by this Site and not of  any third party websites.
  2. Choice/Opt-Out. Any customer may opt out of receiving e-mail  communications from the Company at any time by contacting our contact  our Webmaster. In addition, you may the Company  Webmaster to request  that the Company deactivate your account and delete your account  details.
  3. Business Transition. In the event we go through a business  transition, such as a merger, acquisition by another company, or sale of  all or a portion of our assets, your personally identifiable  information will likely be among the assets transferred.
  4. Contact Us. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact our Webmaster.

You have access to your  identifiable individual personal information we have in our system,  based on advance notice. We have 30 days to provide you with your  requested information.

.How to contact us :

If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact in writing:
Attn: Donald Wenzak

The Travel mart Ltd.
5913-162a. ave. NW
Edmonton, Ab. T5Y 2W2
e mail: travel@travelmart.ca

E & O E 23 March   2026

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