Staycation, Shmaycation: Sandals Resorts’ Fly-Free Offer Will Have Travelers Soaring

 ~Guests Who Book Minimum Three-Night Stay By August 31 Can Receive An Air

                           Credit of Up to $550~



    MIAMI, July 15 /EMWNews/ -- Rising airline costs and talk of a

downturn in the economy may have spurred the "staycation," travel's latest

trend du jour, but would Americans really rather stay home when they can be

footloose on a Caribbean beach, cocktail in hand without having to attend

to laundry or the lawn? Sandals Resorts doesn't think so. Beginning July

18, 2008, the Caribbean's leading chain for romance-minded travelers is

offering a limited-time "Fly Free Promotion," that offers guests who book a

minimum three-night stay by August 31, 2008 with an air credit of up to

$550 per person.



    "Rising costs on nearly every aspect of flying these days -- from

checked baggage to one's seat location -- have really placed a damper on

Americans' travel plans this year, many even opting out on some

well-deserved R&R all together," Kevin Froemming, President of Unique

Vacations Inc., the worldwide representatives for Sandals Resorts, said.

"Through this exclusive offer, there is no need to put travel plans on

hold. Americans have a right to vacation and this program is designed to

provide those travelers with some relief."



    Valid for travel between July 18, 2008 and December 20, 2009 (blackout

dates apply), the promotion also features 30 percent off regular rack rates

for guests who book a six-night stay or longer, with rates starting as low

as $198 per person, per night. Those who book a seven-night stay in select

top-category suites, including the luxurious Swim-up River Suites at

Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa, can also receive up to two nights free,

in addition to 30 percent off rack rates and the air credit. Guests who

book stays between three and five nights are still eligible to receive up

to 25 percent off rack rates, plus the air credit.



    With airfares ranging from $270 to $540 from major US gateways to the

Caribbean this summer, Sandals Resorts' "Fly Free Promotion" is designed to

cover most, if not all, of the cost of air travel. "A $50 spa credit simply

isn't going to cut it," Froemming added. "Through the Sandals Fly Free

promotion, guests can literally have the entire cost of their airfare

covered. We take guest satisfaction very seriously and are always seeking

ways to reward guests for their business, particularly during these

difficult economic times."



    Sandals Resorts' "Fly Free Promotion" is available at all 12 resort

locations in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia and The Bahamas. Air credits vary

per resort. For additional information or to book your Sandals Resorts

Luxury Included(R) vacation today, please call 1-800-SANDALS or visit

http://www.sandals.com.



    * Blackout dates apply. Fly Free offer based on doubly occupancy, a

three- night minimum stay. Air credits include $350 airfare credit per

person for travel to Jamaica or Bahamas; $450 per person for travel to St.

Lucia; $550 per person for travel to Antigua. Maximum 2 person limit for

offer. In some cases, Fly Free offer may not cover all airfare costs, taxes

and fuel surcharges. Credit has no cash value. Cancellation penalties,

deposits, and other fees for airfare may apply. Offer may be changed or

withdrawn at any time.



    Sandals Resorts:



    Sandals Resorts has earned a worldwide reputation for providing two

people in love with the most romantic vacation experience in the Caribbean.

Currently, there are 12 Luxury Included(R) Sandals Resorts located in

Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia and The Bahamas. Each offers stunning

beachfront locations; a choice of à la carte restaurants, from white-glove

dining to barefoot elegance; all premium brand wine and spirits, including

an exclusive partnership with California's legendary Beringer Vineyards;

luxurious accommodations in a range of categories; unrivaled watersports

including the Caribbean's largest PADI certification program; Butler

Service for truly indulgent pampering; Preston Bailey Signature

WeddingMoons(R) and signature Red Lane(R) Spas, with services and

treatments inspired by the region. In July 2007, the five-star, all suite

Mediterranean Village debuted at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa,

offering two people in love the ultimate romantic getaway.



    Sandals Resorts has set the industry standard for the Luxury

Included(R) vacation and has been voted the Caribbean's Leading Hotel Brand

at the World Travel Awards for 14 years in a row, and World's Leading

All-Inclusive Company for 12 years in a row. For more information, call

your local travel agent or 1-800-Sandals (1-800-726-3257) or visit

http://www.sandals.com.