Royal Caribbean Group Plans US$3 Billion Purchase of Half of Sandals Resorts

The FCCA has welcomed Royal Caribbean Group’s planned US$3 billion purchase of a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches resorts, saying it could strengthen cooperation between cruise and land-based tourism in the Caribbean. The association says the deal may create more visitor options, business opportunities and jobs across the region’s tourism economy.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett wants talks with Sandals Resorts and Royal Caribbean Group to understand how their new US$3-billion partnership will affect Jamaican workers, local suppliers and future investment. He said the government wants more local procurement, training opportunities and clarity on how the deal could benefit Jamaica as Sandals expands its properties.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett wants talks with Sandals Resorts and Royal Caribbean Group to determine how their new US$3-billion partnership will affect Jamaican workers, local suppliers and future investment. He says Jamaica should benefit from stronger local procurement, more training opportunities and wider access to Royal Caribbean’s global market, as the deal is set to close in early 2027.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has welcomed a new partnership between Sandals Resorts and Royal Caribbean Group, saying it could expand Jamaica’s global reach and bring more tourism investment. He said the deal could also boost opportunities for local workers, farmers, manufacturers and small businesses as part of Jamaica’s Tourism 3.0 agenda.