Guest: Wendy White | Training & Development for Weddings & Celebrations, Sandals & Beaches Resorts
Planning a wedding when you have kids, or when you want to celebrate with the whole family, can feel complicated. But what if you could have your dream Caribbean wedding AND keep everyone happy, from babies to grandparents?
That’s exactly what Beaches Resorts offers: multi-generational destination weddings where the wedding is the cherry on top.
Wendy White, who is in charge of Training & Development for Weddings & Celebrations at Sandals and Beaches Resorts, breaks down why Beaches is the perfect solution for couples who want their whole family involved.
What Are Beaches Resorts?
Beaches Resorts is Sandals Resorts’ sister brand, specifically designed for families.
“The concept started when our couples who were going to Sandals for their wedding or honeymoon started having families and wanted to continue that same vibe, that all-inclusive concept,” Wendy explains.
Current Beaches Resorts locations include Beaches Turks & Caicos and Beaches Negril, Jamaica. Other Beaches Resorts locations that are coming soon are Barbados, St. Vincent, Runaway Bay in Jamaica, and Exuma, Bahamas.
Why Beaches Resorts for Multi-Generational Weddings?
“We have something for everybody,” Wendy emphasizes. “And when I say that, it’s very important to realize that it isn’t just the wedding, the wedding is the cherry on top. Ultimately, people are coming in for a few days prior and they’re enjoying a vacation.”
Kids Are Happy = Parents Are Happy
This idea is central to how Beaches operates. Therefore, they cover every age and interest:
For Babies (0-2):
- One-on-one care available
- Cribs provided in rooms
- Baby-friendly accommodations
For Kids (3-12):
- Kids Camp with age-appropriate activities
- Water parks
- Beach play
- Arts and crafts
- Sesame Street partnership (more below!)
For Teens (13-17):
- Teen programming
- Activities with peers their age
- Independence with supervision
“As a parent, when you have kids and the kids are happy, you’re happy,” Wendy says. “The parents can now relax and enjoy and do what they want to do, whether that’s hanging out on the beach, going to the spa, or having cocktails at the swim-up pool bar.”
The Sesame Street Partnership
Because of Beaches Resorts’ long-term partnership with Sesame Street, kids get interactive experiences with their favorite characters:
- Character parades and stage entertainment
- Birthday parties hosted by characters
- Tuck-in service (imagine your favorite character tucking you in!)
- Yoga with the characters (yes, really!)
“It’s the interactiveness with the children that touches my heart,” Wendy says. “You have a tuck-in service with your favorite character, that experience in your room or suite, just the family with the character of choice.”
And yes, adults can join yoga with Elmo. They won’t stop you!
Brand New: Treasure Beach Village
This location was just opened on March 1, 2026 at Beaches Turks & Caicos! What it is:
- 101 New suites (From 1 to 4 bedrooms)
- Built from the ground up
- Top-tier amenities
- Infinity pool
- New restaurants within the village
- Full access to the entire resort
Perfect for:
- Large families
- Multi-generational groups
- Groups with varying accommodation needs
“Each of the villages has its own feel and vibe, but it’s important to know that you have access to the entire resort,” Wendy notes. “You’re not limited.”
How a Multi-Generational Wedding Unfolds at Beaches Resorts
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome Cocktail Party
Check-in:
- Accommodation options for every group demographic
- Need cribs? Got them.
- Want bunk beds for kids? Done.
- Group of single women? Multiple options.
Welcome Cocktail Party:
- Private event just for your group
- Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres
- Open bar
- Caribbean music
- Itinerary in every room detailing all events
“What I feel is a great way to kick off a celebration is to begin with that welcome cocktail party,” Wendy says. “Everybody’s getting together, and then from there, everyone can choose what restaurant they want to dine in.”
Days 2-3: Pre-Wedding Activities
Beach Activities:
- Volleyball tournaments and other games
- Quality bonding time
Individual Activities:
- Kids Camp
- Adults enjoying spa, beach, pool
- Everyone together at dinner sharing their day
“Where you really see it all coming together is at dinner, when you have all the different age groups and everybody’s sharing about their day,” Wendy explains. “It’s such a warm, welcoming vibe.”
Wedding Day
The Planning Team:
Before Arrival:
- Dedicated wedding planner works with you on vision, design, décor, entertainment, food
- Access to a team of highly trained, experienced, and empathetic professionals who are dedicated to your vision.
Upon Arrival:
- Resort wedding team receives your entire plan via email
- Welcome letter in your room
- Meeting the next day (after you’ve had time to settle)
- Hour-long review of all details
- Walk-through of every venue selected
- Opportunity to make changes
“Our team’s got you,” Wendy emphasizes. “Banquet, catering, wedding staff, everybody’s there to do all the setup and execution so that all you need to do is show up and enjoy yourself.”
Customization:
- Not stuck with one particular look from website
- Can make it completely your own
- Team helps execute your vision
After the Wedding: Honeymoon Time
“With a destination wedding, you’ll find that the honeymoon really begins once the crowd has departed,” Wendy explains.
Honeymoon Options
1. Extend Your Stay
- Stay at the same Beaches Resort after guests leave
- Already comfortable and settled
2. Honeymoon Hop (Island Hopping)
- Jamaica: Start at Beaches Negril, then hop to any of 7 Sandals resorts (Negril, Dunn’s River, Ocho Rios)
- Different islands: Quick flights between islands (30 minutes Turks to Nassau!)
- Inter-island transfers provided by Beaches Resorts
Real Example: Wendy’s own daughter had her wedding at Beaches Turks & Caicos with the whole family. When it was honeymoon time, while everyone else packed up, the newlyweds headed to the airport for a 30-minute flight to Nassau.
“We’re the experts. We know what we’re doing. This is easy,” Wendy says.
Honeymoon Suites & Packages
Romantic Honeymoon Suites Feature:
- Private pool sanctuary
- Dedicated Butler service
- 24/7 room service
- In-room bar with premium alcohol
- Designed with romance in mind
Honeymoon Package Included
Eligibility (NEW!):
- Previously: Within 30 days of wedding
- NOW: Within 1 YEAR of wedding!
How to Qualify: Upload ONE of the following:
- Marriage certificate
- Marriage license
- Wedding invitation (if traveling immediately and don’t have certificate yet)
“All we’re looking for is the wedding date,” Wendy explains. “That’s the validation.”
What’s Included:
- Bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival
- Turndown service on the first night (flower petals on bed!)
- Breakfast in bed on morning of your choice (featuring mimosas!)
- Romantic honeymoon dinner at specialty restaurant (special table, extra perks)
Upload to the Sandals or Beaches landing page, and the Resort team will ensure the package is delivered.
The All-Inclusive Experience
What makes Sandals & Beaches Resorts different?
Everything Included
For the wedding:
- Dedicated planning team
- All setup and execution
- Venue selection and customization
For the vacation:
- All meals at multiple restaurants
- All drinks (premium spirits included)
- Water sports, land sports, scuba diving
- Kids Camp (ages 0-17)
- Sesame Street experiences
- Nightly entertainment
- No reservations needed for dining
Why Families Choose Beaches Resorts
“Everything is about the bride and groom,” Wendy says. “We go above and beyond to ensure that not only are they well looked after and cared for, but we want to provide them with the best that the industry has to offer.”
The Beaches difference:
- Multi-generational focus, Something for every age
- Parents can relax, Kids are cared for and entertained
- All-inclusive ease, Wallet stays in the safe
- Expert planning and wedding execution team
- Honeymoon flexibility, Extend or island hop
- Loyal community, Couples return year after year
“People really do appreciate that, and that is what I believe drives the repeat business,” Wendy concludes. “The service that’s extended.”
How to Book
You can get started with your booking in three ways. First, you can visit Sandals.com or Beaches.com. Alternatively, you can call:
- 1-877-SANDALS
- 1-877-BEACHES
Finally, you can contact your travel advisor. They’re the experts! Your travel advisor can help you choose which resort, which island, which room category, and a timeline for your celebration. So, are you ready for your destination wedding?
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