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GENX MARKS THE SPOT!

THE SANDS isn’t a routine vacation, crowded music festival, or contrived theme cruise. This all-inclusive 5-night holiday is an opportunity to reconnect with your authentic self, express your inner rebel, and unite through shared interests & experiences. Dig out those 80s outfits and get ready to dance to live performances of hit songs, mingle with your favorite bands & meet iconic celebrities! This is your moment to relive (or reinvent!) those throwback days – If you were THERE, you’re HERE!

THE SANDS IS AN ADULTS-ONLY PRIVATE EVENT – LIMITED TO THE FIRST 1200 GUESTS.

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We bring together the best of Classic Rock, New Wave, Metal, Soul, Rap, Pop, and 80s throwbacks — creating the ultimate all-inclusive mixtape! Every night hits hard, every act delivers, and every guest gets a front-row experience of nonstop music in paradise all week long.

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GEN X TO THE MAX
Dive into a full-on retro vacation where 80s energy meets all-inclusive luxury! Join pool parties, karaoke moments, photo ops, and live shows with your favorite bands. Every day brings something big, and every night takes the whole experience to the next level.

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We take over the entire resort — every room, every stage, every night — keeping the vibe pure and private. No outsiders, no day passes, just 1200 guests sharing one unforgettable week of music, fun, and friendship. At The Sands, every night feels like the main event.

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“You just will have to experience to see what its all about.”

“The Sands is the BEST vacation anyone who likes 80s pop culture and music can ever take!!! The bands, the people, the costumes, the games and activities…Totally awesome!!!”

“Greatest time of my life, the nicest people in the world!!”

“Best time of your life!!!”

“The most perfect way to relive your 80s spring break! And make so many new friends with an 80s passion. Best. Week. Ever!”

“It really is the best vacation of your life! I’ve attended (all) years, and I’ve had so many positive experiences with 80s icons … If you’re a Gen X’r, you will love this event!”

“Come for the bands and the live music, stay for the 80s family!!”

“THE best vacation I ever had!”

“We had the best time of our lives. The music, the ambiance, the food. Met awesome people and made new friends. We loved it so much we’ve decided to make it part of our yearly vacations!”

“First time Sanders and had a great time the people are the best to party with – we are coming back next year already booked!”

“Awesome!! Made so many new friends…”

“Absolute best experience of vacation ever & we go on many music related festivals every year but this one is like family – one big frat party without a single fight just fun sun and music with great people.”

“It was the best time of my life connecting with my new Spirit Family! Thank you with all my heart for the most amazing week and for all the incredible friend-family we met.”

“The best week In paradise full of fun people with awesome music all day and night!!”

“One-of-a-kind EIGHTIES ENTERTAINMENT and friendship event.”

“What an amazing trip…wasn’t sure what to expect but as an 80s child I have never had so much fun in all my life. This was hands down the best vacation I’ve ever had…”

“Lots of fun, great bands and fun people loving the 80s.”

“Vacation with 5 of our favorite couples! We had great time, awesome music, top notch service and I would highly recommend this event if you love the 80s!”

“It is a full on 80s revival! We will be back!”

“Go every year! Wouldn’t miss it! Great music… Cool people! Highly recommend!”

“This is the VERY BEST WEEK of the year! If you’re a first-timer you’re looking at the lineup & get excited to see the people on stage. Once you go you are MORE excited to see the friends you will meet there…”

“All 80s all the time that’s what I like.”

“WOW! If u love music this is IT!!!”

“It was an incredibly fun week of bands, artists sun and sand!!! A crazy great time and everyone is soooo happy there…”

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