Islands Uncovered

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A Travel Advisor's Guide to Sandals and Beaches Resorts and their Island Homes.  Join Megan Potter owner of Dare to Dream Travel and an elite travel advisor specializing exclusively in Sandals and Beaches resorts, as we explore the ultimate Caribbean escapes. Each week, we dive into the resorts, share insider tips, highlight the latest promotions, and provide expert advice to help you plan your dream vacation, destination wedding or honeymoon. But Islands Uncovered goes beyond the resort with each episode uncovering the fascinating history, culture, and people of the Caribbean islands. We'll dig into legendary stories of the islands’ past and topics that make you feel even more at home when you visit your favorite Sandals or Beaches destination.  Whether you’re a first-time traveler, a seasoned vacationer, or dreaming of your next Sandals or Beaches getaway, this podcast will educate, inspire, and guide you to create unforgettable island experiences and hopefully connect with the islands a bit deeper on your next Caribbean vacation. __________ If you would like expert guidance planning your next Sandals or Beaches vacation, honeymoon or wedding please reach out! My services are personalized, no pressure and always come with no additional fees.  Dare to Dream Travel www.daretodreamtravelwi.com megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com Want to see photos of my most recent travels? Follow me on Instagram @dtdtravelwi or Facebook @dtdtravelwi Disclaimer: Sandals and Beaches is in no way affiliated or endorsing this podcast. All opinions are strictly mine as a certified travel advisor and Sandals and Beaches specialist.  Music: Make Your Grey Skies Blue by Mark Felix. 

  1. MAR 5

    Weekly Sandals Sales Report for March 4, 2026

    In this week’s Weekly Sandals Sales Report, we’re diving into the latest deals, insider tips, and limited-time promotions you don’t want to miss.  First, we’re talking about the rooms included in the 777 deals this week—including a resort we haven’t seen on the list since last year! If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to book your Sandals vacation, this could be the opportunity you’ve been hoping for. We also break down the opening discounts for the brand-new Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos, giving you an early look at how to save on one of the most anticipated expansions at Beaches Resorts. Plus, I’ll explain how to stack two promotions on top of each other to maximize your savings. Is this a glitch in the system? I don't know but let's take advantage! And for families planning ahead, we cover the new Beaches Fall Fam Jam Sale, which brings extra value for family travel to Beaches Resorts in fall of 2026, 2027 or 2028. Have you done morning Yoga with Elmo? It's included! If you’re thinking about a Sandals honeymoon, Beaches family vacation, or all-inclusive Caribbean getaway, this episode is packed with strategies to help you save more while securing the best rooms before they sell out. 🎧 Tune in to stay up to date on the latest Sandals and Beaches deals. 📩 Ready to book or want help finding the best promotion for your dates? Reach out and let’s start planning your trip. Dare to Dream Travel www.daretodreamtravelwi.com megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com   Follow on social for the latest updates and exclusive resort peaks! Insta/FB: dtdtravelwi TikTok: daretodreamtravelwi YouTube: IslandsUncovered-DTDTravel

    19 min
  2. FEB 23

    Beyond the Resort: The Cave that Glows. Curacao's Blue Room

    On this week’s episode of Islands Uncovered: Beyond the Resort, we dive beneath the surface of Curaçao into light, geology, and wonder. From your home base at Sandals Royal Curaçao, where calm turquoise waters and vibrant island life set the tone for adventure , we head across the island’s rugged west coast to explore one of Curaçao’s most magical natural phenomena: the Blue Room Cave. Hidden along the shoreline near Playa Santa Cruz, the Blue Room is a sea cave unlike any other. With a natural chamber that glows vivid blue as sunlight refracts through its underwater entrance and dances across the white sand and limestone within. In this episode we uncover: What creates the Blue Room’s otherworldly blue glow and why photographers and snorkelers alike are mesmerized by it How early divers first discovered and popularized this hidden grotto as a unique underwater detour Tips for reaching the Blue Room from Sandals Royal Curaçao — we recommend a guide! Whether you’re planning a stay at Sandals Royal Curaçao or just love hidden island wonders, this episode invites you to swim through the narrow opening and find what lies beneath the Caribbean blue.   Interested in learning more? Reach out! Dare to Dream Travel megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com www.daretodreamtravelwi.com   Follow us on socials! Insta & Facebook: /dtdtravelwi TikTok: /daretodreamtravelwi YouTube: IslandsUncovered-DTDTravel   Follow Amos Nauchoum on Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/amosnachoumphotography/   Book a Tour with Island Routes!   References for Today's Episode Include:  https://www.curacao.com/en/activity/the-cave  Lonely Planet: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/points-of-interest/blue-room/1621111 Curacao Insider: https://curacao-insider.com/en/blue-room-cave-curacao/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

    13 min
  3. FEB 16

    Beyond the Resort: The Benjamin Alexander Story (Jamaica)

    What does it take for a tropical island to compete in alpine skiing? In this episode of Islands Uncovered, we dive into the remarkable, and slightly controversial story of Benjamin Alexander, Jamaica’s first-ever Olympic alpine skier. Long before he stood at the start gate at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Benjamin was an international DJ performing around the world. He didn’t grow up on snow. He didn’t train as a child. In fact, he didn’t even learn to ski until his 30s. So how did he qualify for the Olympics in one of the most elite and expensive winter sports in the world? Listen to this week's episode of Islands Uncovered: Beyond the Resort to find out! If you love stories about Jamaica, Olympic history, underdog athletes, Winter Olympic controversy, alpine skiing, and bold Caribbean trailblazers — this episode is for you. New episodes of Islands Uncovered; Beyond the Resort drop every Monday, where we tell the stories of the history, the people, and the moments that shape the islands. Ready to uncover more? Let’s go.   Interested in booking your own Caribbean vacation? Reach out! Dare to Dream Travel www.daretodreamtravelwi.com megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com   Follow along on social! Insta/FB: @dtdtravelwi TikTok: @daretodreamtravelwi YouTube: @IslandsUncovered-DTDTravel   References Used and to Learn More:  CNN Sport – Profile on Benjamin Alexander’s journey from DJ to Olympic skier TNT Sports – Interviews and post-race coverage from Beijing 2022 Sky News – Reporting on his Olympic qualification and background ITV News – Coverage of his historic qualification Jamaica Observer – Race recap and official giant slalom results Resident Advisor – Interview discussing his DJ career and Olympic transition International Ski Federation (FIS) – Official Olympic qualification criteria (2022 cycle) International Olympic Committee – Beijing 2022 official results and athlete profile

    17 min
  4. FEB 11

    The Weekly Sandals Sales Report

    Welcome back to another episode of The Weekly Sandals Sales Report which is a weekly series on Islands Uncovered dedicated to breaking down the latest Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts sales, promos ad 777 deals.    In this episode we cover:  The final week of the Sandals Suiteheart Sale A refresher of the Beaches Winter Blues Sale Extension Weekly 777 room highlights Smart booking strategies to help you get the best value This series is designed to help travelers understand how Sandals and Beaches promotions really work, when it makes sense to book and what deals are particularly enticing - without pressure or pushy sales tactics.    Islands Uncovered releases twice weekly:  Mondays: Beyond the Resort - featuring island stories, culture, history and places to explore outside of the resort gates Wednesdays: The Sandals Sales Report - digging into deals, promos and booking strategies Follow the podcast for weekly updates on Sandals couples vacations, Beaches family vacations, Caribbean all-inclusive deals and insider travel tips. If you are planning a Sandals or Beaches trip, reach out to book as my travel advisor services are completely complimentary, personalized and guaranteed to make you feel confident when planning your next all-inclusive Caribbean vacation.  Dare to Dream Travel www.daretodreamtravelwi.com megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com   Insta / FB: @dtdtravelwi TikTok: @daretodreamtravelwi YouTube: IslandsUncovered-DTDTravel

    16 min

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A Travel Advisor's Guide to Sandals and Beaches Resorts and their Island Homes.  Join Megan Potter owner of Dare to Dream Travel and an elite travel advisor specializing exclusively in Sandals and Beaches resorts, as we explore the ultimate Caribbean escapes. Each week, we dive into the resorts, share insider tips, highlight the latest promotions, and provide expert advice to help you plan your dream vacation, destination wedding or honeymoon. But Islands Uncovered goes beyond the resort with each episode uncovering the fascinating history, culture, and people of the Caribbean islands. We'll dig into legendary stories of the islands’ past and topics that make you feel even more at home when you visit your favorite Sandals or Beaches destination.  Whether you’re a first-time traveler, a seasoned vacationer, or dreaming of your next Sandals or Beaches getaway, this podcast will educate, inspire, and guide you to create unforgettable island experiences and hopefully connect with the islands a bit deeper on your next Caribbean vacation. __________ If you would like expert guidance planning your next Sandals or Beaches vacation, honeymoon or wedding please reach out! My services are personalized, no pressure and always come with no additional fees.  Dare to Dream Travel www.daretodreamtravelwi.com megan@daretodreamtravelwi.com Want to see photos of my most recent travels? Follow me on Instagram @dtdtravelwi or Facebook @dtdtravelwi Disclaimer: Sandals and Beaches is in no way affiliated or endorsing this podcast. All opinions are strictly mine as a certified travel advisor and Sandals and Beaches specialist.  Music: Make Your Grey Skies Blue by Mark Felix.