Sandals and Beaches Launch New Island Insiders Club Loyalty Program
Sandals and Beaches Resorts will replace Sandals Select Rewards with Island Insiders Club, adding more flexible benefits, events and member recognition.

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Eleanor Price reports on global hotel groups, boutique properties, resort development, and capital investment in hospitality. She examines pricing tiers, brand expansion, renovation cycles, and experiential positioning across luxury and upper-upscale markets. Her analysis emphasizes operational performance and long-term brand differentiation rather than surface-level amenities. Based in Boston, Eleanor follows consumer behavior trends and cultural travel patterns.
Sandals and Beaches Resorts will replace Sandals Select Rewards with Island Insiders Club, adding more flexible benefits, events and member recognition.
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