Source: Sandals Resorts International

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

As of August 5, 2025, mornings across more than 80 major U.S. markets—from New York to Miami to Philadelphia—are getting a dose of tropical warmth, thanks to a sweeping new partnership between Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, and Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, iHeartRadio’s nationally syndicated flagship. Running through February 2026, this immersive, multi-platform collaboration is designed to transport listeners to the Caribbean through curated storytelling, sensory-driven experiences, and real-time resort adventures that spotlight the people, culture, and legacy of the islands.

The campaign unites Sandals Resorts International’s deeply rooted hospitality expertise with one of radio’s most beloved morning crews. The result is not just a brand placement—but a true destination takeover, aimed at connecting millions of listeners with the heart of the Caribbean in meaningful, memorable ways.

At the center of the initiative are monthly on-air integrations that bring to life the “Made of Caribbean” ethos behind both Sandals’ adults-only luxury resorts and family-friendly Beaches properties. Each segment offers a closer look at the elements that define the Sandals experience—think island-born cuisine, locally inspired excursions from experience partner Island Routes, and authentic cultural programming shaped by the region’s people.

These segments also cast a spotlight on the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International. Through storytelling and shared impact initiatives, listeners are invited to explore the brand’s community investments and environmental stewardship, from education to sustainability across the Caribbean.

This is more than an auditory escape. The partnership includes luxury vacation giveaways to Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, allowing fans the chance to win a fully hosted Caribbean getaway. Listeners will also follow along as show personalities Danielle Monaro and Medha Gandhi trade their mics for passports, reporting live from various properties and bringing firsthand accounts of island life directly to the audience.

From sipping cocktails on powder-soft beaches to highlighting seasonal programming like The Elf on the Shelf® Santaverse™ holiday experience at Beaches Resorts, their coverage blends entertainment and travel inspiration with a personal touch.

In New York City, the studio itself will reflect the campaign’s transportive mission. A complete redesign of the show's backstage area—now dubbed the Sandals Caribbean Green Room—introduces an immersive island atmosphere right into the heart of Manhattan. With signature island scents, tropical décor, and Caribbean music setting the tone, the space becomes a living postcard for guests, celebrities, and on-air talent alike. It’s a full-sensory reimagining of what a green room can be.

Catch the partnership in action on Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, airing weekday mornings nationwide and streaming via the iHeartRadio app. Behind-the-scenes content and real-time updates will also be available through ElvisDuran.com, keeping the momentum going long after the morning show wraps.

This collaboration between Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, and Elvis Duran and the Morning Show captures the essence of travel without leaving your seat—fusing entertainment, philanthropy, and island escapism in a format as wide-reaching as it is personal. With giveaways, green rooms, and grounded storytelling, it’s a reminder that the Caribbean isn’t just a destination—it’s a feeling.