After the passing of Richard Murray in December 2016, Sam Petros became the sole owner of Tensing Pen Resort in March, 2017.
[2] Over the years, Tensing Pen has become a small boutique resort known for honeymooners and destination weddings in Negril, Jamaica.
After Tensing Pen was purchased by the Murray's, intense landscaping and renovations began shortly in order to create the beginning shape of the resort.
In 2004, Hurricane Ivan cleared the way to add a restaurant, a bar, an organic[clarification needed] swimming pool and a spa area, resulting in the resort that is standing today.
In 2012, Tensing Pen was hit by the tremendous Hurricane Sandy that affected many islands in the Caribbean, including Jamaica .