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A New Chapter 1 1 The Beginning... The Awards ack in 1981, when Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart first announced his plans to buy the Bay Roc Hotel esorts in the Sandals chain have received virtually every tribute in the industry including the in Montego Bay, Jamaica and turn it into the first ‘all-inclusive’-style couples resort in the Six Star Diamond and Green Star Diamond Awards from the American Academy of Hospitality BCaribbean, people scoffed. “What is he going to do with a resort that is so close to the airport?” RSciences. they said. The chain has also received countless other accolades including being named the World’s Leading Cynics didn’t think the resort stood a chance and many made predictions on how long it would All-Inclusive Company by the World Travel Awards for 17 consecutive years. American Express and last - some gave it as little as three months. Over three decades later, Sandals has become one of leading publications such as Travel Weekly and Condé Nast Traveller have also recognised the chain the world’s best loved companies, operating its three distinctive brands in six, soon-to-be seven, with numerous awards. Caribbean islands. Despite its market-leading status, Sandals remains to this day, a family business run by Sandals Resorts International Chairman Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart and Chief Executive Officer Adam Stewart. 1 A Note from The Chairman A Welcome from The CEO Dear friends, As you may know, finally bringing Sandals to the beautiful island of Grenada is a personal dream We are delighted to be able to update you with our plans and ideas for the future of Sandals come true for me. I fell in love with the island and its people many years ago and have been LaSource Grenada as well as tell you a little more about who we are as people and as a company. waiting for over a decade for the right opportunity to present itself. When it finally did, it was as sweet a moment as I could have hoped for! Led by a Grenadian workforce, we have spent the last few months creating what will surely become a sparkling jewel in the Sandals crown. The first thing that catches the eye with a great hotel resort is the beach. In 1981 when we were looking at the Bay Roc Hotel in Montego Bay, we really didn’t know what we were buying, No expense has been spared, no stone unturned as we strive together to create the perfect hotel except that it had a marvelous beach. We invested in the property and created a unique concept resort and we passionately believe that the environment in this wonderful country is conducive and the rest, as they say, is history. to helping us achieve that goal. Lush natural gardens, stunning ocean and beach views and the genuine warmth of the Grenadian people merged with a luxurious property and the greatest There’s much about Sandals LaSource Grenada that reminds me of the early days of Sandals amenities, making a spectacular combination that will cause people to stop and take notice the Montego Bay. A beautiful beach and equally wonderful people committed to making it a world over. At Sandals, we are always looking to better ourselves as a company and our resorts success. Thankfully now we have almost 33 years of award-winning experience behind us and and we’ve used every ounce of our experience to create something special here. This is Sandals of soon, as you’ll see from the pictures, a spectacular hotel resort with all of the elements to make the future. it one of the best in the business. I hope that you will soon discover that Sandals is much, much more than hotel resorts. We aim We must remember that magic doesn’t happen by chance and special mention must be made to integrate ourselves fully in the community, not just through the employment the resort will to the huge team of local people, contractors and suppliers on the ground whose hard work and provide but also through our Sandals Foundation. You’ll be hearing more in the coming weeks. dedication is turning this dream into reality. The level of expertise and effort required to deliver a resort to the high standard that our guests demand in the time frame we are working to Finally, on behalf of everyone at the company I would like to thank you, the people of Grenada, cannot be underestimated. We are immensely proud of each and every one of them. for the welcome you have shown us. Since the moment we signaled our intentions to acquire the property, the warmth and reception we have received has been nothing short of extraordinary. So as we start this exciting chapter in Grenadian hospitality together, I would like to thank you We never take anything for granted and we will work hard to repay the faith you have placed in for welcoming us so warmly to your beautiful island and look forward to much success in the us by providing you with a resort you will be proud of. future. All that’s good, All the best, Hon. Gordon ‘ Butch’ Stewart, OJ, CD, Hon, LLD Adam Stewart Chairman Chief Executive Officer Sandals Resorts International Sandals Resorts International 2 Sandals LaSource Grenada A NEW CHAPTER n the past seven years alone, we have invested hundreds of millions of dollars in what we call the ‘Luxury Included’ Iconcept. So what is it and why are holidaymakers all over the world raving about it? In order to fully understand what the ‘Luxury Included’ concept is, it’s important to know what it’s not and that’s unimaginative buffet lines, unbranded liquor and cheap, uncomfortable rooms. ‘Luxury Included’ is an ethos, slogan and a guide all rolled into one. It’s where we take the very best of every component of a memorable vacation and combine them. The key ingredients of a Sandals resort is luxurious rooms and suites including four-postered beds and marbled baths, first class à la carte restaurants, signature pool bars, scuba diving and watersports, 24-hour room service, unlimited premium brand liquors and much, much more. The launch of Sandals LaSource Grenada represents our first expansion into the beautiful island of Grenada and we promise it will be spectacular! 225 rooms and suites across three distinct villages, some uniquely serviced by a personal butler exclusively trained to the standards of the Guild of Professional English Butlers. Can you imagine not having to unpack your bags or run a bath? Imagine lounging by the pool while your own personal butler walks over to hand you a refreshing fruit sorbet, cool towels and cucumber slices? At Sandals LaSource Grenada, this luxury will no longer be imagined – it will be real. 3 Your brand new resort at a glance 225 rooms and suites Three unique villages: Pink Gin Village, South Seas Village and Italian Village Three pools plus two river pools State-of-the-art Fitness Center and Spa A total of 75 Butler Suites Ultra Luxurious Millionaire, Rondoval and Skypool Suites Romantic soaking tubs in all South Seas & Italian Village Rooms 4 Pink Gin Village Italian Village South Seas Village Exuding a serene, tropical ambiance, the resort’s Pink Perched upon a cliff overlooking the resort and The exotic South Seas Village is another brand new Gin Village will comprise two existing blocks of rooms breathtaking Pink Gin Beach, the all-new five-story addition to the resort, consisting of the brand’s signature refurbished with custom-built, contemporary furniture, Italian Village will consist of 48 rooms with two Rondoval suites, top-tier millionaire suites, plunge pool elegant Turkish marble floors and lavish amenities. One exclusive river pools at the ground level. The first three suites and luxury and premium rooms. Situated on the block will boast 70 oceanfront rooms, including walkout floors will feature one-bedroom, split-level suites resort’s mountainside, guests staying in the South Seas rooms, while the second block will include 30 luxurious with spacious bathrooms, flat- screen televisions and Village will be able to take advantage of the nearby pool junior suites. Additionally, all bathrooms will be Japanese-style soaking tubs. The fourth and fifth floors with a coveted, thatched-roof, swim-up bar. The state- completely redesigned to be modern and exposed with will consist of more extravagant suites with butler of-the-art millionaire suites, the highest room category, transitioning wall art to customize privacy. Guests of pantries, stand-up showers, freestanding claw-footed will feature private entrances, glass-tile plunge pools, the Pink Gin Village will have easy access to the resort’s bathtubs, living rooms, dressing rooms, and private indoor and outdoor showers, 65-inch TVs and more. gorgeous stretch of white-sand beach, a new zero-entry infinity edge plunge pools situated on the balcony. Rondoval guests will find an indoor 61-inch round tub, infinity pool, expanded and renovated lobby, which will indoor and outdoor showers, private pool and Jacuzzi as include the departure lounge, Club Sandals Concierge, part of their secluded accommodation. gift shop, wedding lounge, SnapShots photography, Island Routes Tours desk, and the resort’s Red Lane® Spa with nine treatment rooms, as well as a nail and hair salon. For entertainment, guests can enjoy the multi- purpose “Living Room,” an outdoor open-air hangout featuring a bar, piano, billiards, Ping-Pong and more. 5 Restaurants and Bars Guests will be able to satiate their palates at their choice of nine global, gourmet-dining options, including the chain’s first top-tier steakhouse called Butch’s Chophouse, named after the resort company’s founder and chairman.