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Universal Orlando
Now with four amazing theme parks plus spectacular dining and entertainment, Universal Orlando offers an entire holiday’s worth of awesome in one complete destination.
The hotels in Universal Orlando’s Signature Collection offer expansive, full-service amenities, including 24-hour room service, concierge service and valet service. Here guests will find exceptional dining, immersive theming, and an array of exclusive theme park benefits. Each of the hotels in the Signature Collection are themed environments that invite guests to relax to the fullest.
Hard Rock Hotel® is where guests feel like stars. The Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando Resort is a Rock Stars’ dream for guests of all ages. Be prepared for an out of this world holiday of absurd proportions at this award-winning hotel. Bring your entourage and enjoy the tropical amenities and world-class hospitality, all in a perfect location.
The life of a rock star begins at the spectacular 12,000 square foot swimming pool with its own sandy beach, hot tubs, a sand volleyball court, interactive fountains and play area for the little rock stars. Not forgetting to mention the 260-foot pool slide and funky grooves with the underwater sound system. Watch a movie under the stars weekly with “dive-in movie night” and try everything from hula contests to pool basketball. Rent a divine cabana poolside with HD plasma TV, refrigerator, wireless internet, and even with your own server to bring cool, refreshing drinks during the day. Hangout at the Beach Club poolside bar and grill what offers both a restaurant and poolside experience. Emack & Bolio’s Marketplace award-winning ice cream, sorbets and frozen yoghurts are the perfect way to cool off as you lounge in this delightful tropical paradise.
Dining at the Hard Rock Hotel® is exceptional starting with the world-famous The Palm restaurant. In a New York style atmosphere taste prime cuts of meat and succulent lobsters. The distinct Manhattan styled restaurant is modelled on the famous newspaper district where cartoonists would exchange their drawings for meals. Keep an eye out for the rich and famous at The Kitchen, serving New American cuisine with a rock ‘n’ roll ambience. The walls are adorned with memorabilia from the Hard Rock Hotel’s many celebrity guests and visiting rock stars often perform cooking demonstrations at the Chef’s Table. The coolest spot for cocktails is Velvet Bar located on the lobby level with a veranda featuring outdoor seating. Velvet Sessions are held each month from January – October, a swanky, laid-back cocktail party with signature drinks and appetizers (concerts on select nights. Must be 21+. Fees apply). You’ll also be able to enjoy incredible entertainment, nightclubs, restaurants and shopping at Universal CityWalk, located right on your doorstep.
A great way to get to the parks is by complimentary water taxi, along picturesque waterways, or take the shuttle bus directly to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Priority seating at select restaurants throughout the resort and free delivery of merchandise purchased throughout the resort to your on-site hotel all adds to the extra special touches for a super convenient holiday. Start your day with a wake-up call from one of your favourite Universal Orlando characters or reserve your spot for special character dining atLoews Royal Pacific Resort.
Barbados
Located along the bustling south coast hot spot of St Lawrence Gap, Sandals newest resort, Sandals Royal Barbados combines a magnificent beachfront setting with remarkable facilities, colourful nightlife and genuine hospitality all wrapped up in Barbadian charm and sophistication. Come and experience the romantic holiday of a lifetime and enjoy your own royal treatment where luxury is always included all of the time!
Intimate and tastefully decorated accommodations are spread throughout the resort. Kick back in style and choose from Sandals signature Rondoval Love Nest Suites, Millionaire Butler Suites, Swim Up Suites and the stunning Skypool Suites all of which feature tranquillity soaking tubs for two – private Rolls Royce * airport transfers complement the luxurious vibe. Elegant furnishings and a host of thoughtful amenities including smart TV, fully stocked mini bar with premium spirits, coffee maker, air conditioning, iPod docks, in room safe, and elegant bathrooms with plush bathrobes and upscale toiletries completes the service.
Sandals Club Guests enjoy priority check in, dedicated concierge services, access to Club Sandals Lounge, In room bars with premium spirits, wine, beer, juices, sodas and water and exclusive weekly hosted activities. Top of the range suites feature the famous Sandals Butler Service with professionally trained staff on hand to provide a truly personal touch, from reserving your loungers at the beach to serving up a sumptuous breakfast on the balcony and much more besides. A Sandals Butler Suite provides the ultimate being looked after experience.
A fantastic choice, Sandals Royal Barbados has an astonishing range of activities for guests to enjoy. Start the day in a lively fashion with workout at the Penthouse Fitness Centre – it’s fully air conditioned and kitted out with state of the art cardio equipment and free weights. Organised classes are a great way to meet up with fellow guests as certified instructors lead your group through a range of muscle movement and workout combinations to get your day going. Have some fun, meet interesting people and keep in shape at the same time!
A Sandals first, the amazing rooftop zero entry glass infinity pool and bar area is the perfect place for some chill out poolside down time – settle comfortably on your lounger, let the friendly waiting staff bring you your favourite cocktail and just kick back and enjoy the wonderful views out over the beach.
The Resort’s idyllic setting on the islands south coast provides the ideal backdrop to an astonishing array of adventurous water sports for guests to enjoy. Certified scuba divers can take advantage of top notch equipment and state of the art Newton Boats piloted by knowledgeable dive masters – get your wet suit on and explore some of the finest local dive sites filled with colourful reefs, mysterious wrecks and dramatic sea life. Beginners are able to enrol on the *Discover Scuba Diving Programme for an additional fee – complete this one day course successfully as preparation for your future underwater adventures. Other complimentary water sports available at Sandals Royal Barbados and her sister property includes Hobie Cats, Kayaks, Aqua Trikes, Windsurfing, Paddleboards, Snorkelling and much more! Of course it’s perfectly acceptable just kick back on the beach and cooling off periodically in the welcoming aquamarine waters on one of the islands finest beaches.
The Sandals Resorts on Barbados offer a superb range of other activities for everyone to enjoy – Lovers Lanes a four lane bowling alley and another first Sandals at Royal Barbados Resort provides a rainbow coloured backdrop to a fun filled evening of bowling. Lovers Lanes also features another first for Sandals, a craft beer bar serving 19 different types of beers – better prepare for a longish game or two.
Dining choices at Sandals Royal Barbados are truly delightful and always included, always unlimited all of the time! Featuring several Sandals firsts including a rooftop restaurant and a new American Tavern, Sandals Royal Barbados provides an amazing choice of distinctive cuisine and regional specialities all accompanied by an exclusive Robert Mondavi wine list.
From casual al fresco meals at the Jerk Shack to the upscale European style dining at La Parisienne and the fresh seafood and Mediterranean cuisine on offer at Neptune’s, the teams of master chefs at Sandals have everything under control! And of course exchange privileges allows guests to experience the lively bars, eleven additional gourmet restaurants and exciting evening entertainment on offer at Sandals Royal Barbados’s neighbouring resort.
Sandals Royal Barbados is the perfect choice for a luxury included break at one of the world’s most romantic and intimate resorts – the closer you look at the inclusions the better it looks!
Call our travelplanners team today on 020 3542 8888 for more details on our Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando & Sandals Royal Barbados Luxury Twin-Centre Holiday.
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Universal Orlando hotel guests must present hotel key card and valid theme park admission; all other guests must show theme park ticket stating Early Park Admission benefit. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to: (a) Universal Studios Florida and/or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando; (b) Universal Volcano Bay (weather permitting); and/or (c) Universal Epic Universe (Early Park Admission at Epic Universe to begin 23/5/25). Valid at select attractions at each park. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit is non-transferable. Parks, attractions, operational times, and offerings for the Early Park Admission benefit may vary and are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply. Universal Orlando Resort reserves the right to open alternative attractions in the event that a technical problem arises or an attraction opening is delayed. All dates and details are subject to change based on operational needs.
^Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, during normal theme park operating hours. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay or at Universal Epic Universe. Excludes separately ticketed events. Benefit is non-transferable and valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Express ride access is a separate line with a shorter wait time at participating rides and attractions. Present valid room key card to the attendant upon entering the queue for a participating ride and attraction. Parks, attractions, operational times, and benefits are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply.
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