Sandals, Royal Caribbean Seal 50-50 Deal
The equal venture aims to broaden distribution and tap an estimated $2 trillion global vacation market, Royal Caribbean said.
- On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, Royal Caribbean Group announced a joint venture agreement to acquire a 50% equity stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for approximately $3 billion.
- The 50-50 partnership values the Caribbean-born hospitality brand at roughly $6 billion and establishes shared board governance under CEO Jason Liberty and Executive Chairman Adam Stewart.
- Royal Caribbean Group secured committed debt financing from Morgan Stanley for the investment, covering a combined portfolio of 20 all-inclusive resorts across 10 Caribbean islands.
- Existing reservations and operations will continue as usual, though leadership indicated potential future opportunities to connect loyalty programs and integrate cruise vacations with land-based resort stays.
- Targeting a global vacation market estimated at approximately $2 trillion, the companies aim to broaden distribution while honoring the legacy of late founder Gordon 'Butch' Stewart, who established Sandals over 40 years ago.
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Sandals, Royal Caribbean seal 50-50 deal
WESTERN BUREAU: Royal Caribbean Group and Sandals Resorts have sealed a landmark 50-50 partnership, ending speculation that the global cruise giant would acquire majority ownership of the Jamaica-born resort company. The agreement, confirmed last night after a day of intense market speculation, will see Royal Caribbean invest approximately US$3 billion for a 50 per cent equity interest in Sandals and Beaches Resorts.
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