In this blog post, I wanted to talk about my experience specifically at the Sandals Photo Center. When I was trying to research costs and information, I was unsuccessful in locating that. You can read about their photography & video services here, but there are no prices on their website. So I wanted to experience the Sandals Photo Center so I could come back and tell my clients (and all of you) about it. Each couple is entitled to a FREE 20-minute photo session at the Sandals Resort you’re staying at.
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Hotel Review: Sandals Barbados
Heading to Barbados as a couple and looking on where to stay? Check out my review on Sandals Barbados. While staying at this couples only all inclusive resort, you will have full access to Sandals Royal Barbados. Sandals Barbados, is a retreat in the spirited St. Lawrence Gap area, offering undeniable luxury with inventive accommodations spanning three unique villages.
Setting Up the Appointment
I love having professional photos to capture the memories when I travel, so it’s no surprise I wanted to have professional photos done for Corey’s birthday / Valentine’s Day. We decided to have the photos taken while we were at the Sandals Montego Bay resort (even though we stayed at a neighboring Sandals resort). There are exchange privileges among the different Sandals resorts, if there are multiple resorts within the same location.
I couldn’t believe how easy it was to set up an appointment. We went into the Photo Center right onsite at Sandals Montego Bay the day before the shoot to schedule a time. It is located right next to the open-air lobby. You can’t miss it! On other Sandals properties, it’s also very centrally located.
There was no wait or anything crazy even though we went in February during peak season. We scheduled our shoot for 10:00 am the next morning. I figured it’d be best to get our photos done before noon when the wicked sun is blazing.
Note: Getting your photos taken at SUNSET may be more competitive. We saw TONS of couples getting their photos done around that time.
Photoshoot
On the day of the photoshoot, we met our photographer (shout out to Curt!!) and set off on an adventure. Knowing full and where there would be multiple outfit changes throughout, our photographer was very patient. He knew the right locations like this beautiful garden area.
He also blew up balloons for Corey’s birthday! So that was a nice touch. He posed us in ways I thought I would hate but actually ended up loving. The staff there is so wonderful and really work with you. I wish I could’ve tipped him but the staff at Sandals Resorts are not able to accept tips. I remember thinking how cheesy some of the shots were going to be but then later ended up loving all of them. But the way my budget is set up… couldn’t get them all.
We then moved towards the beach and took photos there. Because duh that’s why you get these photos done. You want powdery white sand beaches in your backdrop along with crystal clear water.
Retrieving Photos
Our photoshoot ended around maybe 11:30 am and Curt told us the photos should be ready around 1:00 pm. What kind of a ninja…
The turn around times at the Sandals Photo Center are super quick. We show up later in the evening before dinner to pay for the photos. While the photoshoot itself was FREE, the cost of each photo as it stood a few weeks ago is $18 per photo. And of course you will fall in love with just about each photo they take (darn it!). So it adds up quick. We only purchased 11 photos and split the costs up between our two debit cards.
After you purchase your photos you’re given a few hard copies along with a picture frame as a keepsake. There were two frames to choose from: one that reads “Sandals” and the other that reads “Jamaica.” Then you’re given a receipt with a website and your specific 9 digit code. When you log in to the website, you’ll have 60 days to retrieve your photos before they expire. Overall it was very user friendly.
I do think it’s a fun thing for couples to do while their on the resort. I know we all bring our little camera phones but it’s nice to come back home and relive these moments.Hhighly recommend getting your photos done at a Sandals Resort when you’re a guest there. Even if you’re only able to purchase a few photos. We enjoyed ourselves even in the 90 degree heat! #worthit
Have any questions about the Sandals Photo Center? Have any questions about Sandals Resorts in general? Need help with your booking to the Caribbean? Reach out to me, I don’t bite: cassandra@accent-on-travel.net. Happy to help get you booked. There’s no cost to use my service.
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Sandals Montego Bay
The first-ever Sandals all-inclusive resort, Sandals Montego Bay, now has even more ways to enjoy luxury while reveling in the spirit of romance and fun on Jamaica’s coastline. The modern, open-air lobby and main bar gives way to stunning sea views that set the scene for the spectacular carefree vacation to come. This reimagined 5-Star Luxury Included® resort features new beachfront swim-up Butler Suites, for unmatched innovations in accommodation. Discover even more with Latitudes Overwater Bar, the Over-the-Water Chapel, and three new gourmet restaurants for a total of 12 world-class eateries to choose from.
Sandals Grande Antigua
Famous for its 365 white-sand beaches located along its winding coastline, Antigua is the perfect destination for beach bums. Discover the island’s secret coves and mysterious cliffs from the comfort of Sandals adults-only all-inclusive resort in Antigua and you don’t even have to carry your wallet around. Food, drinks, water sports, and world-class entertainment are all included, always unlimited. Our staff is ready to welcome you to paradise with a smile.
Sandals Royal Curaçao
Nestled in the heart of the Leeward Antilles, on the coast of a tiny, beautiful island where natural and cultural wonders connect to create a beautiful mélange unseen anywhere else. Witness the desert landscape gently slopes into the azure ocean. Waters that invite you to dive in and explore what’s beneath. You’ll experience it in the way the expansive pool extends into the endless Spanish Water, encouraging you to imagine forever.
7 COMMENTS
We left Sandals Ochi Rios on Saturday but never got to look at our photos. Is there a way to access them and purchase online?
Hi Jennifer. Welcome back from Jamaica! The way I understood it is that you would need to purchase your photos before you check out, but I’m sure that they provide a small window of storing those photos before they are deleted. I recommend reaching out ot the Resort Sales Manager directly to see if they can point you in the right direction. Ruth Garnett – rgarnett@grp.sandals.com. Best of luck and hope you can recover your images from the server!
Hi there, Jennifer, we you able to access your photos? I’m in the same boat. We didn’t have time to view them before we left.
Hi there,
My husband and I would like to look at other photos we had from Sandals, Barbados. Is it possible to purchase them online?
Hi Casey! I believe they store photos for up to 2 weeks from your date of photoshoot. So check with the resort (you were likely given a file name/password) and they can send you the electronic link!
Hi we lost our download papers on a trip to Sandals Antigua. it was last year in august how can I get them online.
Hi DiGuilmi family! I believe they only store photos up to 2 weeks unfortunately. So I’m not sure they would still have them. But it never hurts to ask. Reach out to the resort directly and see if they still have them. Fingers crossed they do!