
Sandals Sets December Reopening for Five Jamaica Resorts
Sandals Resorts has confirmed it will reopen five of its Jamaica properties on December 6, with three others to follow in May 2026, after closures from Hurricane Melissa.

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Sandals Resorts has confirmed it will reopen five of its Jamaica properties on December 6, with three others to follow in May 2026, after closures from Hurricane Melissa.

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