After months of great anticipation, Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas officially opened its doors yesterday, welcoming guests to another new and exciting Luxury Included® holiday destination. Following a soft-opening on 22nd January, the resort additionally hosted more than 30 top tour operators and travel agents for a first-hand look at the newest property in the Sandals Resorts portfolio.

“This is an exciting moment in the history of Sandals Resorts,” said Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart, chairman and founder of Sandals Resorts. “For years we have been committed to providing the very best Luxury Included® experience in the Caribbean, and the grand opening of our latest resort only further proves our dedication to exceeding our guests’ expectations. Sandals Emerald Bay sits on one of the most spectacular beaches in the region, and we are thrilled to be able to share this piece of paradise. We look forward to welcoming new and returning Sandals Resorts guests for years to come.”

Acquired in summer 2009, Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas is a former Four Seasons, and now the 14th Sandals Resort in the Caribbean. Expanding on the company’s Luxury Included® concept, Sandals Emerald Bay is the first Sandals Resort to offer a Greg Norman-designed golf course, world-class marina and professionally-trained butlers in all 183 beachfront rooms and suites. Additionally, the new Sandals Emerald Bay, set on one of the Bahamas’ most beautiful Out Islands, offers gourmet dining in a choice of five à la carte restaurants, premium brand wine and spirits, land and watersports including six Har-tru tennis courts all lit for night play, airport transfers and gratuities. An exclusive 16,000 sq. ft. Red Lane® Spa is also available to guests, featuring 17 treatment rooms and premier services that embrace the best of the Caribbean region.

In addition to the grand opening, guests travelling to the highly acclaimed, all-new Sandals Emerald Bay have extra reason to celebrate as they can currently save up to 35% on travel dates throughout 2010!*

Seven nights staying in an Exuma Honeymoon Luxury Room at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas costs from £2,014 per person, was £2,692pp, saving £678pp. Price includes ‘Luxury Included®’ accommodation, return flights and hotel transfers, for travel dates October 2010. Prices subject to availability.

To book, or for more information call 0800 742 742 or visit www.sandals.co.uk

* Not combinable with any other offer. Min stay 3 nights. Book by 28th February