Summer in the Tropics With Friends: Rent an Island For the the Ultimate Vacation

If your parents told you that nothing is impossible if you put your mind to a goal, they probably gave you the courage and confidence to pursue things that may seem unthinkable to your friends. If the idea of renting an island for a group getaway is one of the topics brought up in your circle–but most everyone said it’s not possible for numerous reasons—remind everyone that renting a Caribbean island for a group escape is not only feasible but easier to do than they imagine if they follow your lead.

Start your campaign to convince everyone of the possibilities by suggesting the idea to the folks you would love to include on the invitee list by using this short list of reasons to convince everyone of the benefits that await:

• You’ll have the entire place to yourselves so no fighting for lounge chairs or queues for meals
• The amount of bonding that takes place during this type of sequestration strengthens existing ties
• Agreeing to a set of rules before departing gives everyone a sense of entitlement and being heard
• The number of activities available to groups on islands is limitless
• Make it your summer getaway and rental costs are more attractive in the Caribbean
• You will all have the chance to do some deep listening with no interruptions from work, chores, and kids
• Everyone is sure to enjoy the sleep of the angels thanks to rustling palm trees and gentle breezes
• If you pool your resources, the cost of renting an island could surprise all of you.

This island resort has your group’s names written all over it

Named for the elegant sea creatures that inhabit the waters off Belize, Ray Caye Island Resort is your group’s ticket to the vacation of a lifetime, and it matters not how big your personal circle of friends happens to be because even if you’re a member of the Kardashian family and intend to bring everyone you’ve got on speed dial, the island can host up to 50 guests.

Your stay offers a choice of being the only people on premises for the duration of your stay or you can consider renting half the island and qualify for special rates that offer every member of your party the opportunity to save money. Of course, you won’t be on your own, no matter which rental option you choose, because a discreet staff of professionals will be on hand to make certain every aspect of your sojourn is perfect.

You’ll have worked out all arrangements in advance to allocate lodgings and the package you design includes meals, local libations, snorkeling gear, the use of kayaks, paddleboards, and a Hobie Cat. A snorkeling tour to Silk Caye Marine Reserve is also part of this one-price getaway and staffers will even pick you up at the Placencia Airport, and transport you to Orchid Ray Marina to get you on the boat that takes you to and from the resort.

Similar: Visiting Silk Caye with Ray Caye Island Resort

Need a push to convince your besties that this island trip is doable?

Tell them that Ray Caye Island Resort management is offering a rare special that brings the cost of a group stay down to $20,000 USD per night for up to 40 guests if the island isn’t fully booked at the time you want to come down between November and May. That’s just $500 per person per night, so even the most skeptical member of your group will be impressed when they do the math. A three-day minimum stay is required, but you’ll want to stay longer once everyone realizes how affordable this adventure can be.

Can you take all the credit for this amazing experience? Of course—especially since you were the genius who not only came up with this brilliant plan but undertook the legwork and research it took to morph this vacation from idea to ask the question, what shall we pack? Get the ball rolling by making a phone call to this toll-free number: 1-855-729-2293. Put the conversation on speakerphone so everyone hears the conversation. And if the group offers to buy you cocktails before you leave to toast your clever idea, always say yes!

Featured Photo Credit: Belize My Travels / Ray Caye Island Resort