Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts

Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is encouraging us to plan the ultimate beach vacation through the use of stunning images and social media. With the launch of its first-ever “Pin Your Dream Vacation” contest on Pinterest, the hotel collection is giving away a customized grand prize trip for one lucky winner to one of the eight tropical resorts in the Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts collection.

Beginning on May 20, 2013 and lasting until June 21, followers of the Marriott Resorts Pinterest page, have the opportunity to create a board on their Pinterest profile named “My Marriott Resorts Vacation” with the chance to bring the board to life through this special contest. Users that repin one image from each of the five categories (resorts, destinations, activities & amenities, dining  and shopping) on the “Pin Your Dream Vacation Board,” located on the Marriott Resorts Pinterest page, will be automatically entered in the contest.

Entries can also be submitted via Facebook on the Marriott Resorts Caribbean and Mexico Facebook page.  The winner will be chosen randomly and receive five nights’ accommodations for two at the resort of their choice, daily breakfast for two and a $200 resort credit.  

“Pinterest has become the hottest place for people to share what appeals to them the most,” said Michelle Bozoki, Director of Marketing & eCommerce, Caribbean & Latin America Resorts. “This contest is a great way to reward our fans and create an opportunity to showcase the beauty of our resorts in an extremely visual way.”

The winner of the grand prize will be able to choose from the following eight hotels within the Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts collection Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort, CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino, Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach, Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort, JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa, St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal.

This contest is open only to U.S. residents aged 18 and older. No purchase is necessary to enter.

Balcones del Atlántico

Balcones del Atlántico, a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic ideally positioned on a dazzling beachfront in Las Terrenas.  Offering luxurious service and accommodations in a breathtaking setting.  With lush, tropical grounds and the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean serving as a backdrop, this luxury resort in the Dominican Republic, located on the Samaná Peninsula gives us the experience of simple luxury that we desire.

Designed in a manner that respects the majesty and exquisite natural environment while maintaining and exceeding the level of service that has become the best kept secret of the Dominican Republic.  The resort in Samana features luxurious multi-room Caribbean villa suites, complete with private terraces including hand-carved furniture and detailing; Porto, an open-air, beachfront restaurant and bar, exciting beach vacation activities, beach front spa and world-famous ecotourism on the Dominican Republic’s Samaná Peninsula. 

Balcones del Atlántico defines simple luxury in a natural paradise.

This summer, Balcones del Atlántico is offering exceptional value, with four nights for the price of three and daily breakfast is included! 

We must book by June 30, 2013, for travel through December 19, 2013.

Rates start at $224.25/night for a spacious one-bedroom villa suite. To book this value package, please call (809) 240-5011. 

The resort is within driving distance of two major international airports including Santo Domingo (SDQ) and Samaná (AZS). New non-stop flights from New York City (JFK) to Samaná (AZS) launched in November 2012.

Father's Day Travel Deals

What better way to thank dad this Father’s Day than take him on the ultimate vacation? Whether dad feels like being adventurous or just soaking up the sun, there’s an offer that will be sure to show him how much he means to you.

 
Seven Stars Resort, Turks and Caicos, – Active dads looking to enjoy an adventure-filled Father’s Day should look no further than Seven Stars Resort. The resort offers a number of full and half-day excursions leaving straight from the resort’s shores including snorkeling and scuba diving trips in addition to a bevy of complimentary non-motorized watersports such as Hobie Cats, paddle boards, kayaks, surfboards.  Now through June 30, book a Seven Stars Resort stay and take advantage of the resort’s current offer of 30% off for stays now  through July 31, 2013. In addition, when we book a stay of five nights or more, we will receive a $100 resort credit*. With a complimentary kid’s club and the most spacious offerings on the Island – complete with full, gourmet kitchens – Seven Stars Resort is the perfect destination to spend Father’s Day with the whole family. For more information on Seven Stars Resort, visit www.SevenStarsGraceBay.com. For reservations and to book the 30% Off Promotion, call 866-570-7777. To stay up-to-date on the latest news and travel deals from Seven Stars Resort, become a fan on Facebook or follow on Twitter.
 
Hilton Rose Hall, Jamaica – The Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa is offering an extra incentive for families traveling this Father’s Day. The all-inclusive, Jamaica property recently introduced their children’s policy, where kids 12 and under stay and eat FREE while in the same room as parents! Children age 13 and up will be charged a per night rate of $99 per person. Kids will love the Sugar Mill Falls Water Park – the second largest in the Caribbean – with a 280-foot slide, a lazy river and three lagoons. While the kids are splashing mom and dad can enjoy a tropical cocktail at the swim-up bar. In addition to the ultimate water park, kids can enjoy an array of outdoor activities from snorkeling to kayaking.   While the kids are occupied, dad can spend the day practicing his swing at the 18-hole championship golf course or enjoying a private tennis lesson from a seasoned pro. The resort also offers the signature Soothe Spa, where mom can indulge in some much needed vacation R&R. For reservations visit www.rosehallresort.com.
 
Kimpton’s Surfcomber Hotel, Miami, FL – For dads looking for a relaxing escape over Father’s Day weekend, Kimpton’s Surfcomber Miami located in the heart of South Beach is an ideal choice. This beachfront playground combines the sun, surf and sand and  with the “Surf” Up Bed & Breakfast package, dad can experience South Beach ‘daylife’ Surfcomber style. The package includes breakfast for two per day (up to $50) at Lantao Kitchen + Cocktails and daily offerings of scheduled outdoor activities, including mixology presentations, beach volleyball, paddle boarding and more. For more information on Surfcomber and/or reservations, please call (800) 994-6103 or visit www.surfcomber.com and use booking code PBRK. To stay up-to-date on the latest news and travel deals, become a fan of the Surfcomber Facebook page, or follow on Twitter, Instagram @KimptonInFL and Pinterest.

Nisbet Plantation Beach Club

Soothing sea breezes, cool tropical drinks, a quiet white sand beach and attentive service combined with sizzling savings make Nisbet Plantation Beach Club on Nevis a perfect summer getaway. Spend summer vacation at the idyllic Caribbean resort and enjoy free nights and more with the Sultry Summer offer.

Available between June 1 and August 16, 2013, the Sultry Summer offer at Nisbet Plantation includes:

·   Free night on stays of 5 nights or more in spacious, air-conditioned cottage-style accommodations

·   Daily full-service breakfast, afternoon tea and nightly gourmet dinner in the Great House, a AAA Four Diamond restaurant

·   $250 food and beverage credit per stay

·   Complimentary airport transfers from Nevis (NEV) or St. Kitts (SKB)

Daily rates begin at $495 per couple, including tax and service charge. Rates vary based on room type. Offer is subject to availability and not combinable.

Nisbet Plantation, the Caribbean’s only historic plantation inn on the beach, offers something for everyone. For those seeking relaxation, lounge at the oceanfront pool, nap in a hammock under a palm tree, read a book on the beach and be pampered at The Palms Spa – the No. 2 resort spa in the Caribbean in the 2013 Condé Nast Traveler Spa Poll.

Get active with complimentary snorkeling equipment to explore offshore coral reefs, play tennis or croquet, hike with a guide to the top of Nevis Peak, walk into rainforests to look for native birds and the island’s green vervet monkeys, or take a tour with a historian to learn about the island’s rich culture. Nisbet Plantation’s location on the Atlantic side of the island provides ongoing sea breezes to keep us comfortable, even in the summer sun.

The 36-square-mile island of Nevis is just a short water taxi ride away from sister-island St. Kitts. Direct flights into St. Kitts (SKB) are available from many gateway cities in the US, Canada and UK. Connecting flights into Nevis (NEV) are available from San Juan (SJU), St. Maarten (SXM) and Antigua (ANU).

For reservations, call toll-free at 1-800-742-6008 or please visit online. Want to get away sooner? How about Senerity in the Spring…

Coconut Bay Resort & Spa

Paradise waits on St. Lucia’s exotic south coast, just a short drive from the Hewanorra International Airport and close to all of the island’s most enticing attractions. Coconut Bay Resort & Spa offers you two worlds in one resort. 

Discover Harmony for adults

Harmony is Coconut Bay’s adults-only wing offering the perfect setting for a tranquil escape. Featuring a palm shaded pool and bar, chaises and hammocks, intimate cabana beds, the oceanfront Kai Mer Spa and long stretches of beach, each day is yours to be as active or relaxed as you like.

Discover Splash for the kiddies.

One of the liveliest family playgrounds in the Caribbean. 254-rooms, four dining options, five bars, three swimming pools, a full-service spa, CocoLand Kidz Klub and the island’s largest water park. The resort caters to families, couples and honeymooners alike with the perfect location and endless activities.

Splash is the resort’s playful wing with a diverse daily entertainment menu for guests of all ages. Children will delight in CocoLand, St. Lucia’s largest water park and Kidz Klub. Designed to please all ages, an all-inclusive Coconut Bay vacation is the Caribbean’s best value for couples, singles or families.

St. Lucia’s most popular all-inclusive offers last minute specials for travel this Fall and an early booking bonus for savvy travelers planning now to escape the Winter Blues.

Whether staying in Harmony, adult oasis, or Splash, the family playground, all guests will enjoy Coconut Bay’s perfect combination of excitement, relaxation and adventure on our legendary island.

Summer Packages
Plan your superb vacation in Harmony or Splash.

Harmony Romance Packages
Three packages to choose from, Rendezvous, One on One & Fantasy so why not enjoy 7 romantic nights away in your Oceanview accommodations.