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Activities at the Sandals Grande St Lucian
Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort

Beach activities include water skiing and sailing Hobie cats.

© Jason Berger.
The great thing about the Grande is that there are so many activities yet many places where you can be alone.

The main pool is near the beach, so we often chose a spot between them so we had easy access to both. We never had to get up super early for a seat, although couples who want a cabana (a hut in the shade with two lounge chairs) have to get up fairly early to grab one of those. There's a hot tub by the main pool and also a swim-up bar.

The main pool area pumps reggae and island music and there are announcements of games and entertainment during the day. There is a smaller pool off to the side with a volleyball net. Other pools are quiet spots. There are four hot tubs as well. Golf at the Regency course is included as an amenity; caddy and greens fees are extra.

Most activities are on the beach: volleyball, table tennis, games. In and on the water there’s water skiing, hobie cats, water bikes, kayaks, snorkeling, windsurfing. Couples who want to rent jet skis deal with private vendors unaffiliated with Sandals.

We packed workout clothes but once we got into honeymoon mode, we decided to skip the indoor gym and do active things outside.

The Red Lane Spa services and treatments are not part of the all-inclusive price. We booked a 50-minute couple’s massage, which was intimate and relaxing, thanks to the lighting, the flowers, and serene background music.

In the evenings, challenge your spouse to a game of billiards. The resort also has events such as a talent show open to staff and guests, live bands, and karaoke. And you can stop by the Grande's piano bar after dinner and sing your favorite songs along with everyone.

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