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Sandals Resorts is helping couples drop the perfect holiday hints with “Hint the Caribbean,” inspired by survey data revealing that many partners struggle to give – and receive – the gifts they truly want. With nearly all respondents (90%) reporting that their partner struggles with gift-giving, Sandals is offering a playful and pressure-free solution to help couples guide their significant other toward the Caribbean vacation on their wishlist.

The survey, conducted by the Sandals Institute of Romance, polled over 1,000 consumers who are or have been in a relationship over the holidays – uncovering the truth behind the bow-wrapped present:

• 72% of respondents admit they’ve been disappointed by a holiday gift from their partner 

• Nearly half (46%) don’t clearly remember the gifts they received from their partner on previous holidays
• Nearly 60% have returned – or considered returning – a holiday gift from their partner
• One in six admit that their partner’s gift giving misses the mark

When it comes to holiday wishlists, 35% of respondents admit to feeling uncomfortable telling their partner what they actually want, and nearly half (49%) try to drop hints that usually fall flat. Notably, 42% say their favorite relationship memory came from a shared experience over a material gift.

Introducing “Hint the Caribbean:” The Foolproof Way To Drop A Hint

With Sandals Resorts’ new DIY toolkit, partners can download the free kit with easy-to-use tools to hint at the perfect gift – the Caribbean vacation they’ve been dreaming of – featuring Sandals’ signature jerk chicken and favorite rum cocktail recipes, a Caribbean playlist, a postcard from paradise, and other nudges that make the hint impossible to miss. Plus, every download is an entry for a chance to win a four-night stay at any Sandals resort.

Take the Hint to Reality with Sandals’ “Gift the Caribbean” Sale

Partners can make the holiday wish come true with Sandals’ “Gift the Caribbean” sale, offering travelers up to $1,000 in savings, a $200 resort credit, one free night, and a $100 web booking bonus on select stays. Available to book December 9, 2025 through January 2, 2026, for travel through December 25, 2027, the offer is valid on bookings at 11 of Sandals’ adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica, Curaçao, and St. Lucia – including Jamaica’s newest resort, Sandals Dunn’s River, and Sandals Regency La Toc in St. Lucia, which recently debuted fresh new accommodations and the brand’s second Buccan, a locally-inspired dining concept. For more information, visit www.sandals.com/sale. 

For Families, Beaches® Resorts Makes Hinting Easy Too

Those wishing for a family-friendly escape can tap into Beaches’ “Gift the Caribbean” sale, with up to $500 in savings, a $200 resort credit, and a $100 web booking bonus. Available to book December 9, 2025 through January 2, 2026, for travel through December 17, 2026, the offer applies to stays at all Beaches resorts – including Beaches Turks & Caicos, debuting the brand-new Treasure Beach Village in March, and Beaches Negril on Jamaica’s famed Seven Mile Beach. Plus, Beaches is the Official Caribbean Vacation of The Elf on the Shelf®, continuing the holiday magic for the 2026 festive season. For more information, visit www.beaches.com/sale. 

To learn more about Sandals’ “Hint the Caribbean” campaign and begin holiday hinting, visit www.sandals.com/hintthecaribbean. 

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About Sandals® Resorts:
Sandals Resorts offers some of the best adults-only all-inclusive resorts that bring guests closer to the vibrancy, authenticity and spirit of the Caribbean. Pioneers of the all-inclusive vacation experience in the region, Sandals has 17 beachfront all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica, The Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Antigua, Curaçao, Grenada, and Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, each reflecting the genuine vibe of its island home. From local food favorites and global flavors to butler service and signature suites, including the Caribbean's first Overwater Villas, Sandals makes it easy for guests to go all in on vacation mode. Beyond the resort gates, immersive destination experiences, like a newly piloted Island Inclusive dining program and MINI Coopers for island exploration, raise the bar on the all-inclusive vacation. Championing the region it calls home, Sandals demonstrates the transformative power of tourism and its impact on lives through its philanthropic arm, the Sandals Foundation. For more information, visit www.sandals.com.