Taryn and John's Wedding
You're invited!! Join us ON THE BEACH to celebrate Taryn and John's wedding!
At the all-inclusive Sandals resort
in Negril, Jamaica on
Saturday, December 11th, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
Your island escape awaits in one of the Caribbean's most idyllic settings. After a warm greeting upon arrival, enjoy a tropical paradise filled with beautiful gardens, swaying palm trees, soft white sand and stunning turquoise water.
Sandals Negril is a luxury all-inclusive resort for adults where you'll be able to relax and rejuvenate while enjoying great food, fun activities and gorgeous sunsets!
Travel is being arranged by Jodi Schlichting with EverAfter Travel: jodi@everaftertravel.org 612.730.5019
Guests reserving their stay with EverAfter Travel will be included in the wedding group for all events/activities and will receive the specially reduced group rates.
NOTE: it is good to confirm your room early to ensure you get the room category you want.
CLICK HERE to see a "cheat sheet" to reference when completing the online reservation form.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please use Chrome or Firefox to complete the online reservation form. Once your online reservation form is submitted, Jodi will be following up with you directly to confirm all of the details of your reservation prior to applying payment.
If you and the person you will be sharing a room with live at the same address and will be paying with the same credit/debit card, then only one reservation form needs to be submitted for your room.
Payment Terms
• An initial 10% deposit is required at the time of booking.
• A 2nd deposit of 40% of full room revenue is due by 5/26/21.
• Final payment is due by 8/4/21.
Individual Guest Room Cancellation Policy
• If an individual guest room is canceled by 5/26/21, there is no penalty
• If an individual guest room is canceled 5/27/21-8/4/21, 50% of full room revenue will be charged
• If an individual guest room is canceled from 8/5/21-9/29/21, 75% of full room revenue will be charged
• If an individual guest room is canceled 9/30/21 or later, 100% of full room revenue is non-refundable
Total Group Cancellation Policy
• If total group is canceled by 5/26/21, there is no penalty
• If total group is canceled from 5/27/21-8/4/21, 50% of full room revenue will be charged
• If total group is canceled from 8/5/21-9/29/21, 75% of full room revenue will be charged
• If total group is canceled 9/30/21 or later, 100% of full room revenue is non-refundable
Total Group Rescheduling Policy
• If total group is rescheduled by 5/26/21, there is no penalty
• If total group is rescheduled from 5/27/21-8/4/21, 50% of full room revenue will be charged
• If total group is rescheduled from 8/5/21-9/29/21, 75% of full room revenue will be charged
• If total group is rescheduled 9/30/21 or later, 100% of full room revenue is non-refundable
Group Contract Terms
• Group rates are based on a minimum of 10 or more guest rooms confirmed with EverAfter Travel by 5/26/21.
• Minimum three night stay required to qualify as part of the group.
• Special group contract rates do not apply to single occupancy.
• Maximum of 20% of group is permitted to be single occupancy.
• Guests may apply Sandals Select Guest (SSG) points and do qualify to earn SSG points.
• Police/military/firefighter discounts do apply.
• The 777 promotion or other similar promotions or gifts cannot be applied to contracted groups.
Flight Information
You may book your own flights directly with your preferred airline. Once your flights are booked, please send the confirmation details to Jodi for coordinating your shared round-trip airport transfers to and from the resort.
Shared Round-trip Airport Transfer Information
Shared round-trip airport transfers that bring you from the airport to the resort and back are included with your stay.
Travel Information
A valid passport is required for international travel. The "six month validity rule" requires that a passport is valid for six months beyond your return date. It is the personal responsibility of each traveler to ensure that they have the correct travel documents and identification.
Please refer to the U.S. Department of State website for the latest travel document requirements, advisories and resources:
https://www.travel.state.gov and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website for the latest travel-related health information:
Travel insurance Information
Optional travel insurance is available and EverAfter Travel encourages travelers to consider purchasing insurance as it can not only cover things like trip delays/cancellations, but it can also provide medical coverage while you're traveling just in case something happens - this is very important because your own medical insurance typically does not include international coverage.
You can click here to review all of the insurance option details for Allianz Travel Insurance and get a quote if you are interested.
When you are attempting to get a quote, the amount of insurance needed is typically the total value amount of your vacation package. Also, you will need to enter F030702 as the Travel Agency ID (ACCAM#) when prompted.
*IMPORTANT things to note about Allianz Travel Insurance:
-You can call and speak to one of the insurance agent experts directly if you have any policy questions at 1.866.884.3556
-Insurance coverage starts the day after it is purchased
-You can only add Cancel Anytime coverage on the date of deposit
-Cancel Anytime insurance is not available for purchase online - you will need to call and speak to an insurance agent directly
-Coverage for pre-existing conditions only applies if insurance is purchased WITHIN 14 days of deposit
-You need to update your insurance coverage immediately for any trip components added at a later date that you want covered e.g. flights
-There are several policy types to choose from and the policy price is determined by the following: the amount of insurance you need, your age(s) and the specific policy type you choose
Current COVID-19 Protocols (subject to change):
-Effective 3/4/21, each passenger 12 years or older will need to take a PCR or antigen COVID-19 test within 3 days of departure and present the negative test results at the airport to check in for their flight. For the test date, Jamaica considers the day of departure as day zero. EXAMPLE: If your departure date is 12/9/21, then the earliest you can take the test is 12/6/21 (click here for a test date calculator tool).
-----It is important that you read the specific testing requirement details available at https://www.visitjamaica.com/travelauthorization/test-req/
-----Please note that samples collected using at-home kits and antibody tests are not accepted.
-----For those in MN, Valley Medical & Wellness is one example of a lab that is able to send RT-PCR COVID-19 test results within 24 hours:
https://www.valleymedical.com/contents/covid-19/swab-testing
-----Many travelers have had good experiences with the 24-hour rapid COVID-19 test at places like Walgreens and CVS.
-Each passenger will need to complete the online Travel Authorization Form for Jamaica prior to departure. The earliest this form can be completed is seven days prior to departure. For the travel authorization form, Jamaica considers the day of departure as day zero.
EXAMPLE: If your departure date is 12/9/21, then the earliest you can complete the travel authorization form is 12/2/21. You can click here for an FAQ and to see a sample travel authorization form.
-----Once your form has been submitted, you should receive a response via email with your approval. You'll need to print out a copy of the authorization email with the QR code to show at the airport.
-----This travel authorization form serves the purpose of your C5 immigration form too, so you won't need to complete a separate immigration form prior to departure.
-You will need to wear a face covering on your flights, in the airports, and in the transportation vehicles to/from the resort.
-----Minneapolis airport https://www.mspairport.com/TravelConfidently
-----Montego Bay airport https://www.mbjairport.com/
-Upon arrival in Jamaica, they will perform a health screening and risk assessment. The health screening will include: temperature checks, observation of symptoms, and a short interview with a health officer. They may perform a COVID-19 test (nasal/throat swab) if you are exhibiting symptoms or belong to a high risk group. NOTE: you may see members of the Jamaican Defense Force (JDF) at the airport - basically police officers with guns - because they are under a disaster preparedness plan for the response to COVID-19.
-----Jamaica entry protocols https://www.jtbonline.org/home/covid-19-tourism-protocols/
-The resort will do temperature checks upon arrival. Staff are required to wear face coverings at all times, and guests are asked to wear a face covering in designated indoor spaces like: the lobby, retail stores, elevators, and waiting areas of common facilities (e.g. spa, beauty salon, restaurants/bars, etc.). Guests are not required to wear face coverings at the beach, the pool, or in restaurants/bars when actively eating and/or drinking.
------Sandals Resorts protocols https://www.sandals.com/cleanliness-protocols/
------Please note that Sandals Negril is in the "Resilient Corridor," which means they've been trained and follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
------There is a Facebook group that you can join which has a lot of great info/tips from past guests: "Sandals Negril Fans Official"
-All travelers two years and older returning to the U.S. from an international destination via air are required to show proof of a negative antigen (or PCR) COVID-19 test taken within ONE DAY prior to their return flight to the U.S
-----Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) policy and FAQ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html
-Canadian residents returning to Canada are exempt from mandatory quarantine if they provide proof of full vaccination status and negative test results from a PCR COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the scheduled departure time of your return flight to Canada (children under five years old are exempt from the testing requirement). If you have a connecting flight, the test must be conducted within 72 hours of the scheduled departure time of your last direct flight to Canada. Travelers may also be required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival in Canada, if selected.
NOTE: Proof of full vaccination status and negative PCR COVID-19 test results must be uploaded to ArriveCAN; full vaccination means two weeks has passed since the second dose of a two-shot vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine.
-----Canada's travel requirements: https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid
Sandals Negril
You can let your taste buds go wild with flavors from all over the world at seven gourmet dining options, and enjoy a refreshing cocktail at one of five different bars and lounges.
During the day, you can dive into any of the three sparkling pools, play lawn chess or croquet, snorkel and explore a whole new world under the sea, or simply relax and sunbathe on a lounger overlooking the ocean.
And the fun doesn’t have to stop after the sun goes down. Sandals Negril provides various activities and nightlife for guests of all ages with live music and theme nights.
CLICK HERE to check out a digital photo brochure of the resort.
HIGHLIGHTS
-All inclusive resort: gourmet meals, premium spirits, entertainment, activities and more are included
-Located about an hour and a half from the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ)
-Adult-only resort
-Located on the famous Seven Mile Beach with soft white sand and calm turquoise water
-Lush landscaping and swaying palm trees throughout the resort
-Gorgeous sunsets
-Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is served
-Six varietals of Robert Mondavi wine are served
-Complimentary WiFi
-All taxes and gratuities included - Sandals resorts have a strictly enforced 'No Tipping' policy (except for spa therapists and butlers)
FACILITIES/SERVICES
-Seven restaurants with everything from seafood on the beach to Italian to Japanese
-Most restaurants do not require reservations
-Culinary concierge services available for anyone with food allergies or dietary restrictions
-Five bars including a swim-up bar, a disco and two adults-only bars
-Three pools
-Three whirlpools
-Fitness center with complimentary classes
-Shopping available on property
-Complimentary photo sessions are available with resort photographers
-Nurse's Station on site
-*Candlelight dinners on the beach
-*Private cabanas
-*Dry cleaning and laundry service
-Platinum Protocols of Cleanliness
*additional fees may apply
ACTIVITIES/ENTERTAINMENT
-Daily activities and nightly entertainment including live music and theme nights
-Weekly Caribbean carnival beach party on Mondays with fire and limbo dancers
-Weekly white party with an amazing chocolate buffet on Wednesday nights
-Snorkeling excursions
-Glass bottom boat ride excursions
-Kayaking
-Paddle boarding
-Knee boarding
-Tubing
-Waterskiing
-Wakeboarding
-Windsurfing
-Aqua trikes
-Hobie cats
-*Snuba
-*PADI Dive Center for scuba diving using Newton Dive Boats
-Ping pong
-Billiards
-Giant lawn chess
-Croquet
-Tennis
-Board games
-Shuffleboard
-Volleyball (beach/pool)
-Bocce ball
*additional fees may apply
ACCOMMODATIONS
All rooms offer the following amenities:
-Daily refreshed minibar with juice, soda, bottled water, domestic beer and Robert Mondavi wine
-Air conditioning
-Cable TV
-iPod docking stations
-Daily maid service
-All rooms are non-smoking
-In-room safe
-Iron and ironing board
-Coffee and tea maker
-Ceiling fan
-Hair dryer
-Room category levels available at this resort: Luxury, Club and Butler
RESORT MAP (Sandals Negril)
CLICK HERE to check out an interactive resort map.
CLICK HERE to see a "cheat sheet" to reference when completing the online reservation form.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please use Chrome or Firefox to complete the online reservation form. Once your online reservation form is submitted, Jodi will be following up with you directly to confirm all of the details of your reservation prior to applying payment.
If you and the person/people you will be sharing a room with live at the same address and will be paying with the same credit/debit card, then only one reservation form needs to be submitted for your room.
