Sandals, Jamaica celebrate big wins at World Travel Awards

Sandals and Beaches Resorts, along with the destination of Jamaica, are celebrating big wins at this year’s World Travel Awards.

Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, received 16 honours at this year’s event, which was held at Sandals Grande St. Lucian on Oct. 4.

Among celebratory toasts, Sandals was named the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand for the 32nd year in a row.

Beaches Turks & Caicos also celebrated its 18th win as the Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort, a recognition that comes ahead of the debut of its Treasure Beach Village, the resort’s US$150 million expansion set to open Spring 2026.

Other key wins include Sandals Dunn’s River, recognized as the Caribbean’s Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort for the third year in a row after opening its doors in 2023, and Sandals South Coast, awarded the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort.

The 16 awards won under Sandals Resorts International’s portfolio are:

• Caribbean's Leading Hotel Brand 2025: Sandals Resorts International
• Caribbean's Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2025: Beaches Turks & Caicos
• Caribbean's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica
• Caribbean's Leading Dive Resort 2025: Sandals Royal Curaçao
• Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Resort 2025: Sandals Grande St. Lucian
• Caribbean's Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Dunn’s River, Jamaica
• Caribbean's Most Romantic Resort 2025: Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
• Bahamas' Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Royal Bahamian
• Curaçao's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Royal Curaçao
• Grenada's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Grenada
• Jamaica's Leading Adult-Only All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Negril
• Jamaica's Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2025: Beaches Negril
• Jamaica's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Montego Bay
• Jamaica's Leading Resort 2025: Sandals Royal Caribbean
• Saint Lucia's Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Grande St. Lucian
• Saint Vincent & The Grenadines' Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025: Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

 “At the heart of every Sandals and Beaches vacation is pure, inviting Caribbean soul, paired with world-class hospitality experiences for all our guests. The recognitions bestowed to our brands tonight are truly meaningful. They serve as a testament to the incredible passion and dedication of our talented team members,” said Adam Stewart, executive chairman of Sandals Resorts International, in a statement. “It is yet another reminder of why we will never stop evolving, listening to our customers and refining our experiences year after year.”

Jamaica wins multiple awards 

Jamaica itself was also once again honoured across multiple categories.

"Jamaica continues to punch above its weight by surpassing expectations in its hospitality delivery. These accolades underpin the excellent contribution of our people, who are at the heart of the sector. We are truly grateful for this recognition and proud as we are on the cusp of welcoming million visitors to our shores and earning US5billion for our economy," said Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, in a press release.

Among the numerous awards conferred, Jamaica claimed top honours in the following key categories: Caribbean's Leading Cruise Destination and Caribbean's Leading Destination. Several of the island's key partners in the category of airport, cruise and hotels were also recognized.

"Our island continues to be top of mind through our authentic tourism experiences from food to music and this recognition cements Jamaica as a top tier destination. Thanks to all our partners who have worked hard to remain consistent and unique," said Donovan White, director of tourism at the Jamaica Tourist Board, in a statement.