Sandals Dunn’s River set the stage during NBC’s ‘TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle’ broadcast | News
Adam Stewart, executive chairman of Sandals Resorts, welcomed Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones to Sandals Dunn’s River prior to the taping of TODAY with Jenna and Sheinelle at the resort.
Sandals Dunn’s River took center stage on national television as NBC’s TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle swapped the studio for the resort’s oceanfront setting, airing two special episodes showcasing Jamaica’s vibrant culture, music and natural beauty to millions of viewers across the country. Filmed at iconic hotspots and along a stretch of resort beach, the shows captured the co-hosts’ first trip since Sheinelle Jones officially joined Jenna Bush Hager earlier this year. Sponsored by Sandals Resorts and the Jamaica Tourist Board, the hosts were welcomed to an immersive celebration of the rhythm, flavor and creativity of the island, all against the shores of Jamaica’s north coast.
Throughout the two-day series, Jenna and Sheinelle were joined by some of Jamaica’s most celebrated talent, who helped bring the island’s unmistakable spirit to life. Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, recipient of the prestigious Order of Jamaica and one of TIME Magazine’s 2026 Women of the Year, spoke about her Jamaican roots and the island’s enduring charm and resilience. Music icon Shaggy joined the trio for a lively game of ‘It Wasn’t Me’ before discussing the island’s global cultural influence. Along with a group of dancers, superstar Sean Paul gave the duo a crash course in Jamaican dancehall before watching them perform their newly learned routine to his latest track, ‘Ready for The Ride’. Award-winning Jamaican Chef Andre Fowles and The Rousseau Sisters showcased the flavors of Jamaica through cooking segments that celebrated the island’s bold cuisine and rich culinary traditions. A celebration of Jamaican creativity also took center stage with a fashion segment featuring designer Mina Robertson, spotlighting local female designers and the vibrant style and artistry that shaped the island’s fashion scene.
The adventure extended beyond the beach as Jenna and Sheinelle visited some of the region’s most iconic sights with Island Routes. The hosts departed from Sandals Dunn’s River by speedboat and traveled along the north coast to the legendary Dunn’s River Falls, where they climbed the fascinating limestone terraces that have drawn travelers to the island for generations. Their exploration continued with a visit to Mystic Mountain for breathtaking rainforest views and bobsleigh thrills, followed by lunch at beloved local restaurant Miss T’s Kitchen, where Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett and a local mento band welcomed the duo to sample the island’s rich culinary heritage.
“Jamaica has always been a place where music, culture and hospitality come together in a way that resonates far beyond our shores,” said Adam Stewart, executive chairman of Sandals Resorts. “It was a pleasure to welcome Jenna and Sheinelle to Sandals Dunn’s River and see them experience the island alongside so many incredible Jamaican artists, chefs and performers who bring our culture to life. It’s always special to see people fall in love with Jamaica in real time, and we were proud to share that moment with the world.”
The episodes played out in front of a live audience of Sandals Resorts guests, including the winners of a contest where two lucky viewers were invited to travel to Jamaica to experience an all-inclusive trip firsthand, sharing the love of Jamaica with Jenna and Sheinelle.
Sandals Dunns River was named World’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025 at last year’s World Travel Awards ceremony and parent company Sandals Resorts International was named World’s Leading All-Inclusive Company 2025.
