Review of Sandals Emerald Bay – Great Exuma

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Deep within the idyllic waters of the Exumas, the brand new Sandals Emerald Bay brings unprecedented luxury to the easy-going rhythms of the Bahamian Out Islands. Here, a privileged enclave is designed to ensure you will feel as if you are the only ones there, where service reigns supreme and Bahamian-style architecture of elegant villas and suites harmonize with nature. 
 

Secluded within 500 tropical acres along a pristine, mile-long beach, civilized pleasure coexists with exotic adventures, from three impressive pools —including a half-acre, zero-entry pool with dramatic fire pit in the middle — to seven exceptional restaurants. Enjoy your golf vacation with a round of championship golf on a Greg Norman-designed course, voted one of the Caribbean's Best by Travel & Leisure Golf. Relax in the first-ever 29,000 sq. ft. Red Lane® Dermalogica, an Exuma luxury spa. Explore impossibly beautiful turquoise waters renowned for their boating, fishing and diving. A unique blend of seclusion and sophistication, this exotic luxury all inclusive Bahamas resort is so easy to get to, so close to home.
 

I had the pleasure of visiting this resort on November 17, 2013. The rooms are very impressive and are not the typical “hotel” style décor. They look as if they came out of a luxury Caribbean home. The butler suites come with a English trained butler who will cater to all your needs, without being invasive. Some of the suites are located right on the beach where you can lay out or enjoy a nice lunch with a beautiful view.
 

There are two pools, one to meet fellow guests, play in the pool, or swim up to the bar for a refreshing drink and one to enjoy the quiet serene calm of the Caribbean sun. All non-motorized water sports are included and the helpful staff will be more than happy to help with any of the equipment. Island routes are there for off resort activities, such as sunset boat rides, swimming with sharks, or what I would like to do, swimming with the pigs.
 

I sampled some of the cuisine and it was very delicious. I especially loved the fish and chips of the Drunken Duck restaurant, and keep in mind that these places to dine are all inclusive, as well as your alcoholic and non- alcoholic drinks. The restaurants range from quirky to fine for a range of dining options.  Or you can even have a candlelight dinner for two arranged right on the beach.
 

Overall, I really enjoyed this resort. It seemed more of a laid back resort where you could relax and re-charge your system. This is a great place for couples who are in need of a getaway or would like to spend their honeymoon away somewhere peaceful.
 

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