Beaches Resorts Guide

Beaches Resorts Guide

When you are talking about all-inclusive resorts for families there are some great options out there, one of the most popular being Beaches Resorts. Today we are bringing you our Beaches Resorts Guide to help you decide if Beaches is right for your family. There are currently three Beaches properties — two in Jamaica and the biggest in Turks and Caicos — and each resort features different “villages.” We are going to help you navigate the most popular questions, what’s offered for kids, and what’s actually included (and what’s not). This is your Beaches Resorts guide, we hope you find our Beaches Resorts guide useful in making the best decision for your family. 

Beaches Locations

Turks and Caicos

The most popular of the Beaches Resorts is its Turks and Caicos property, located in exotic Grace Bay in Providenciales. Turks & Caicos Islands ranked one of the top ten best scuba diving destinations in the world, Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is a Caribbean wonderland of adventure and luxury for families & kids of all ages.

Beaches Turks & Caicos is a multi-faceted fantasy world, where bungalows are nestled in tropical gardens resplendent with graceful palms. Here, there are almost enough pools for each day of the week, and the last day is reserved for the largest pool of all, the clear turquoise sea bordered by a 12-mile stretch of beach. Made up of five distinct areas, Beaches Turks & Caicos offers the nested beachside Suites of the Seaside Village, the seaside garden paradise of the Caribbean Village, the sophisticated style of the French Village, the monumental surroundings of the Italian Village, along with the Key West Village which features 3 & 4 bedroom Villas.

 Villages

  • Caribbean
    • The smallest and most inexpensive room types – sleeps up to 4
    • views of the resort, gardens, or pool
    • Suites – sleeps up to 5 (some have partial ocean view)
      • Concierge
      • Butler
  • Seaside
    • Concierge Suites -sleeps up to 5
    • Butler suites – sleeps up to 8
    • Views of garden, pools, or partial ocean
  • French
    • Luxury rooms – sleeps up to 4
    • Views of the garden or pool
    • Concierge Suites – Sleeps between 7-14 people
  • Key West
    • Luxury Concierge rooms – sleeps up to 4
    • Concierge suites – sleeps up to 6
    • Butler Villas and residences – sleep up to 10 (some with views of the ocean)
    • Views of garden or pool
  • Italian
    • Concierge suites with kids room -sleeps up to 8
    • Butler family suites – sleeps up to 12
    • Views of pools, garden, or ocean

Ocho Rios

Beaches Ocho RiosThe larger property in Jamaica and the one closest to Montego Bay and island attractions is Beaches Ocho Rios. Ten (10) miles east of the town of Ocho Rios. By road, Montego Bay is two and a quarter hours (2 1⁄4) west of the resort. Located on 22 acres with 222 rooms and suites this favorite resort for singles, couples and families caters to everyone’s needs. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the resort boasts magnificent facilities for children, whilst offering many dining options for everyone. Golf Green fees and transportation are included at the nearby Sandals Golf and Country Club.

 Villages

  • Caribbean
    • Deluxe, Luxury, Suites, and Concierge Suites
    • Sleep up to 5
    • Views of Gardens, Mountains, Venetian Terrace, or Ocean
  • Greek
    • Concierge Suites
    • Sleep up to 4
    • Views of Beach or ocean
  • French
    • Luxury suites, Veranda Suites (sleep 2), and Concierge Suites
    • Sleep up to 5
    • Views of Garden, Partial Ocean, or Ocean

Negril

Located on the shore of the seven-mile white sand beach of Long Bay, Negril, the resort is comprised of 12 acres on the Long Bay Beach frontage and 8 acres on the garden side. Beaches Negril is approximately 50miles from the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. A sprawling resort situated on a 20-acre lushly wooded site with over 1,400 feet (426.72 meters) of white sand beach and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea. The resort is designed for everyone; couples, singles, and families vacationing with children. The resort’s architecture features a blend of Caribbean influences surrounded by tropical greenery and landscaped courtyards.

Villages

  • Island Villiage
    • Deluxe, Luxury, Family Rooms, Concierge,
      • Concierge Suite, Butler Suite (sleep up to 12)
    • Sleep up to 7
    • Views of Gardens, Tropical, or Ocean
  • Reggaeville
    • Deluxe, Luxury, Family Rooms, Concierge,
      • Concierge Suite, Butler Suite (sleep up to 8)
    • Sleep up to 7
    • Views of Gardens, Tropical, or Ocean
  • Calypso Cove
    • Luxury, Concierge, and butler
      • Concierge Suite, Butler Suite (sleep up to 8)
    • Sleep up to 4
    • Views of Gardens, Tropical, or Ocean

What’s Included


There is so much included at Beaches Resorts perhaps it should be what isn’t included at Beaches. Practically anything you can think of in an all-inclusive stay is included. We are going to go through some of the great inclusions here.

Kids Programs

Kids Camp

Each of the Beaches properties offers kids camps dedicated to different age groups. Everything from infant through teens is covered. Most are open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm daily. The Kids Camp features a wide range of activities in a safe environment, supervised by trained Nannies.

Pirate Island

Where kids of all ages will have a blast. Pirates Island is a fantasy world filled with gigantic waterslides, kid‐friendly pools and swim‐up soda bars. There are also water cannons, whirlpools, and lazy river journeys*, as well as the Caribbean’s only surf simulator.*

*Lazy river only at Beaches Turks & Caicos and Beaches Negril.

*Surf Simulator only at Beaches Turks & Caicos.

Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street

The exclusive partnership with Sesame Street® makes Beaches the only Caribbean resort where kids can play every day with the lovable, colorful, and friendly cast of characters. Just imagine their joy as they take off with friends on their own Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street®!

Autism Friendly Kids Camps

Beaches has partnered with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs.

Eat and Drink

5 Star Global Gourmet® Beaches Resorts create culinary experiences that take one on a global journey of delectable discovery. With numerous distinctive types of cuisine, one can discover sumptuous regional specialties, with each one delivering a new cultural flavor.

  • Unlimited Gourmet dining
  • Unlimited premium spirits
  • Swim-up bars
  • Stocked bars in every room

Entertainment

Join our engaging Beaches “players” for an array of entertainment, including dance lessons, karaoke, live music, family shows, cabaret performances, and disco nightly. Adults only Piano Bar Sing along three evenings per week at The Theatre Bar. And you won’t want to miss the theme nights!

Activities

Land Sports

Beaches includes more land sports than any other resorts in the Caribbean, so there are no limits to what you can play, when you can play, including Golf in Jamaica. Rush the net. Spike the ball. Shoot some hoops. Sink your putt. Or workout in our state-of-the-art fitness centers. Whatever your game, it’s all included… including top brand equipment and professional instruction. (Not all activities are available at all resorts)

  • Basketball
  • Beach Volleyball
  • Soccer
  • Day & Night Tennis
  • Croquet
  • Shuffleboard
  • Table Tennis
  • Billiards
  • Lawn Chess
  • Pool Tables
  • Board Games
  • Fitness Center
  • Golf
  • Miniature Golf
  • Bocce Ball
  • Horseshoes
  • Cards

Water Sports

Scuba diving included at Beaches ResortsBeaches is home to some of the calmest, clearest turquoise waters with an incredible variety of all‑inclusive water sports. Fly across the water, propelled by wind, motor or plain old muscle-power, with top-of-the-line equipment, professional staff, and unparalleled locations. While other all‑inclusive resorts claim to include all water sports, only Beaches includes a full range of motorized and non‑motorized water sports. (Not all activities are available at all resorts)

  • Scuba diving (for certified divers)
  • Snorkeling
  • Hobie Cats
  • Paddleboarding
  • Kayaks
  • Water Skiing
  • Tubing
  • Aquatrikes
  • Glass Bottom Boats
  • Windsurfing
  • Laser Bug Boats
  • Bodyboarding

Extras Included

  • Tips and Taxes
    • Tips for butler service is the only tips accepted
  • Round Trip Airport Transportation
  • Basic Wi-Fi
  • Wedding (for 3 nights or longer)

What’s Not Included

Spa Services at Beaches Resorts

  • Spa Services
  • Beach Cabana
  • Epix Portrait studio and Photography Services
  • Guest Laundry
  • Premium Wi-Fi
  • Island Routes Caribbean Adventures (Excursions)
  • Private Airport Transfers
  • After Hours Babysitting
  • Private Candlelight dinner
  • Sailing Lessons
  • Scuba Lessons
  • Gift Shops
  • Sesame Street Events
    • Join the Sesame Street Characters at an exclusive breakfast with Zoe, Cookie Monster, Super Grover 2.0, Bert & Ernie, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Oscar the Grouch and Big Bird.
    • Character Private Birthday Party
    • Night Night Tuck in
  • Stroller Rentals
  • Catamaran Cruise
  • Snuba
  • Bubble Maker Program – The Bubble-maker program is an introduction to the thrill of breathing underwater. This program introduces scuba in a pool setting through fun games and activities. Age: 8 years and older.
  • Seal Team Program:  Join the PADI Seal Team and discover a world of underwater fun and adventure built around action-packed Aqua Missions. Age: 8 years and older (available at an additional cost).
  • Resort Shops
There is so much more we could write about each of the resorts so we have written a complete guide for each of the Beaches Resorts. Every client that books a Beaches Vacation with Wish Upon Afar will get a copy of our guide. If you would like to request a free copy right away you can do so here.
If you are a little overwhelmed with making the decision that is right for your family we would love to help you. Contact one of the amazing agents at Wish Upon Afar today to get started planning. If you already know which resort is right, we would still love to help you plan all the details. When you book your Beaches or Sandals vacation with Wish Upon Afar you can rest assured knowing you are in great hands.

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