Our butler left us to get settled in, but not before checking to make sure there wasn't anything we needed. We used that moment to request that he book us a private cabana on the beach for the following day. It had been something we'd both been looking forward to trying out for a while now and decided what better than to experience it on our anniversary trip?

We spent much of the rest of that day relaxing on the beach, roaming the resort, and swimming the one of the lagoon pools after dark. They looked so inviting all lit up, we couldn't help but test them out.

The following morning we woke up early and headed down to the Club Sandals lounge so we could be escorted to our private cabana for the day. When renting the cabana you have it from 9am-5pm or you can opt for a half day rental as well.  As soon as we were led to the cabana we knew we had found paradise. 

We were given two lounge chairs (in the water) for sunbathing, the bed itself with curtains for privacy, a basket full of sunblock and a cooler full of water.

Each cabana comes with it's own butler as well (separate from your room butler). This butler will give you a cell phone you can use to call if you need anything delivered to you.

Curtains drawn on three for privacy. All we saw was the water. :)

We were still trying to get over our excitement when our cabana butler asked us what we'd like for breakfast. We hadn't even thought about breakfast and the idea of leaving the cabana already made us consider skipping breakfast. That was, until he told us there was no need to leave, he'd be bringing it to us. 

After breakfast we shut the curtains on all three sides and laid back to enjoy the view.  At times a kayak or a hobie cat would pass by, but for the most part we had total privacy.

Never wanted to leave from that spot.

The breeze and shade was just enough to keep us cool, but the water was right beneath us if we felt we needed to jump in. There was even a raft floating in the water just a few feet from our cabana. We spent some time laying out on it.
By the afternoon, our cabana butler was back and taking our lunch order. We opted for pizza, because it was easy to eat in bed. :)
 It didn't matter if it was nine in the morning, noon, or three o'clock. The cabana butler continued bringing us our favorite drinks and ensured we had what we needed.

Note: Sandals has a strict no-tipping policy, but cabana butlers are allowed to receive tips, so make sure to tip them, especially for a job well done. :)

                                [You can view the full video of our beach cabana here]
                                     

By the time five o'clock rolled around, Robert and I had agreed that we wanted to book the cabana every day for the rest of our stay there.

After heading back to our suite and washing the sun, sand and sea off of us, we heard some music coming from the lawn below our room.  We peeked our heads out the curtain on our balcony and saw a school band marching through the property playing music for the guests.  We hurried up to get ready and then headed downstairs to where the local school children were playing for the guests at the Manager's Welcome Party.
After that we sat by the fire pit overlooking the off shore private island. It was peaceful to watch the sun disappear behind the ocean while listening to the soft waves from the water all around us.
Once the sun had finally set, we enjoyed a delicious dinner at the French restaurant on property, Le Jardine.  This was my favorite place to eat dinner. The beautiful flowering tree canopy over the terrace made for the most romantic dinner setting.

When dinner was over we decided to call it a night, heading back to our room. What we found waiting for us was an Anniversary surprise like no other.  Rose petals led us into the room and to the tub which was filled with warm water, bubbles and more rose petals. On the bed were two towel swans kissing and a heart made of flowers. Champagne was on ice next to a cake with a "Happy Anniversary"message written in chocolate. There were also chocolate covered strawberries and soft music playing from the radio. We stepped outside and noticed the tub on the patio was also filled too, leaving us the option to try either, so we tried both. :)  We didn't think that day could be topped, but for the next few days we spent there, it was a rinse and repeat of relaxation and romance.  Robert would wake up and hit the gym, which was conveniently right outside of our room.

I'd head down to the beach bed and order us breakfast and morning cocktails.

Paradise found.

We'd take some time in the afternoon to venture around the property.  

One of the pools on property.

Drink options left by the pools without swim up bars.

Main beach area.

Water sports options for all.

At one point we even headed over to the private island to spend some time soaking up the sun over there.  There are two restaurants on the island for guests to dine at, so we decided to have lunch while there.

There was also a pool with a swim up bar serving premium brand liquor all day long.


Or we'd relax in the hammock in the gardens behind our room block.

Hammock in the gardens by the spa.

Since our return, the resort has also added a few hammocks over the water on one of the mainland beaches, as well as two swings that overlook the island. We're sad we missed out on these!

Photo credit: @laydval on Instagram (from Sandals Resorts)

Photo credit: Jason Dunfree, Sandals BDM (Facebook)

When it came to meals, we made sure to try all of the restaurants on property, because why not? It's all included. :)

Delicious dinner on our last night.

We even made friends with the sweetest cats on property. For those who may know me, I have a soft spot for strays and rescue animals as Robert and I foster rescue dogs when we can. So whenever I meet cats on property at Sandals it warms my heart to see how loved and well taken care of they are by the guests and staff.

This little guy was hiding next to us while we were eating dinner.

By the time our trip came to a close we truly did not want to leave. We spent every moment we could enjoying our stay until the last second where we got onto the transfer van and pulled away from the resort.

Lunch with a (final) view before leaving for the airport.

So readers, if you are traveling to Sandals Royal Caribbean anytime soon, keep an eye out. When you lay on that beach bed, or swim in those warm waters. When you smell the pizza cooking in the stone oven or drink that cold piña colada on a hot afternoon. When you soak in that big circle tub or float on the raft built for two. Or when you feel the warmth of the fire on your face as you watch the sun dip behind the horizon after a day you'll always remember...  my heart is there somewhere among you. But I plan to come back and visit it soon. :)

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