Back to the Island (BTTI)
Back to the Island is Hanson’s annual beach getaway for fans, combining concerts, activities, and relaxation in an all-inclusive resort setting. The event was originally teased during The Story in New York City on The Musical Ride Tour and officially announced in March 2012 as a Hanson.net members-only event.
As of 2025, Back to the Island has been held 12 times.
Locations & History
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2013–2014: Breezes Grand Lido Negril (since demolished, The Royalton Negril, which replaced Breezes, significantly increased capacity and is now too large to host BTTI.)
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2015: Temporarily moved to Cancun, Mexico
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2016–2017 & 2022–2025: Jewel Paradise Cove, Runaway Bay, Jamaica (Sold in 2025)
- 2021: Planned return to Jewel Paradise Cove, canceled due to COVID-19
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2018–2020: Melia Braco Village, Trelawny, Jamaica (Has not re-opened since Covid)
Past Events Timeline
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2013 – Breezes Grand Resort Negril (Jan 11–15)
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2014 – Breezes Grand Resort Negril (Jan 10–14)
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2015 – Golden Parnassus, Cancun (Jan 7–11)
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2016 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 5–9)
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2017 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 4–8)
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2018 – Melia Braco Village (Jan 7–10)
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2019 – Melia Braco Village (Jan 30–Feb 3)
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2020 – Melia Braco Village (Jan 31–Feb 4)
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2021 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 27–31) (Canceled – COVID-19)
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2022 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 6–10)
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2023 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 5–9)
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2024 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 4–8)
- 2025 – Jewel Paradise Cove (Jan 9-12)
- 2026: N/A (Hanson taking a year off to find a new resort and Island Gigs other events were pushed due to Hurricane damage)
Activities Offered Over the Years
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Photos with the Band (All years except 2022)
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Autograph Signing (advertised 2013 only; replaced with photo ops)
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Mixology with Isaac (2013, 2015)
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Trivia with Isaac (2014, 2016, 2020)
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Games
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Isaac & Zac: 2017, 2018, 2022, 2023
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Zac only: 2020, 2024, 2025
- Isaac & Taylor: 2025
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Cooking with Taylor (2013)
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DJ Party with Taylor
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2014–2020 (2020: Prom-themed)
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2022-2025 (Pool Party)
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Tie-Dye
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Zac: 2013, 2014
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Taylor: 2016
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ITZ: 2017, 2018
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Pottery Painting with Zac (2015)
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Jamaican Bracelet Making with Zac (2016)
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String Theory Q&A (2019)
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Trip to Dunn’s River Falls (2019)
Special Guests by Year
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2013: Charlie Mars, Robert Schwartzman
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2014: Paul McDonald, Matt Wertz
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2015: David Ryan Harris, Nick Santino
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2016: Paul McDonald, Parachute
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2017: Andrew Ripp, John Fullbright
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2018: Chris Carrabba, Stephen Kellogg
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2019: Jacob Tovar, Lewis Watson
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2020: Joshua & The Holy Rollers, MILCK
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2022: Raging Fyah
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2023–2024: Allen, Mack, Myers, Moore
- 2025: Phantom Planet
Returning Gifts (by Attendance Count)
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2: Pineapple pin
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3: Sunglasses & case
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4: Hat
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5: Passport cover / travel tag
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6: Flip flops
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7: Waterproof speaker
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8: Embroidered bag
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9: Robe
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10: Jean jacket
- 11: Blanket
- 12: Engraved Stanley Tumbler
Booking & Payments
Booking is handled exclusively through Island Gigs and occurs in staggered presale waves based on prior attendance. The more times you’ve attended, the earlier you can book.
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Deposit: $400 per person
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$800 required if booking without a roommate
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Payment Options:
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Monthly payment plan
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Two-payment plan ($500 + remaining balance)
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Pay in full at booking
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Extra nights can be added pre- or post-event (subject to availability)
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Payments can be made early or in larger amounts at any time
Your presale date is based on the earliest eligible date between you and your roommate.
Hanson.net Membership Requirement
All attendees must have a valid Hanson.net membership through the event dates.
If not current, Island Gigs will charge for membership during booking — it’s recommended to renew directly through Hanson.net instead.
Travel & Logistics Highlights
Passport
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Must be valid 6 months beyond travel dates
Flights
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No scheduled activities until the first concert (typically 9–10pm)
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Afternoon arrival (~1pm) usually aligns best
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Return flights are best booked for the afternoon due to late-night events
Rooms
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King beds are most common
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Twin rooms are limited and not guaranteed
Currency
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USD widely accepted and preferred for tips
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Credit cards accepted at resort and airport
Outlets
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Same as US/Canada (110V)
Resort & On-Site Notes
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Resort is all-inclusive (food & drinks)
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Tips are encouraged but not required (USD preferred)
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$200 USD incidental hold required at check-in
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Island Gigs check-in includes:
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Lanyard (activity group)
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Merch package (bag, towel, t-shirt)
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Returning gift (if applicable)
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Signed 8×10 photo included (bring a mailer!)
Additional Tips
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Floats: Bring your own; store in your room when not in use
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Relaxing/Reading: Music is nearly constant — quiet areas may be limited
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Travel Insurance: Strongly recommended; Island Gigs offers coverage, or you may purchase independently
If you have questions, corrections, or tips to share, please let us know — this page will continue to be updated as new information becomes available. 😊