Current Caribbean Deals, Steals and Bargains
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Top Fall and Winter 2009 Caribbean Travel Deals
Here are my picks for the top Caribbean travel deals and bargains for fall and winter 2009, including discounts on hotel rooms and airfares, plus destination incentives to attract visitors to the islands.
Here are my picks for the top Caribbean travel deals and bargains for fall and winter 2009, including discounts on hotel rooms and airfares, plus destination incentives to attract visitors to the islands.
Top 2009 Caribbean Holiday Travel Deals
With all due respect to shivering Pilgrims, Rudolph prancing through the snow, and New Year's Rockin' Eve with Dick Clark, spending the holidays in the Caribbean could go a lot further toward increasing your holiday blessings and ringing in the new year right. Here's some great deals for the 2009 winter holidays that can get you on your way...
With all due respect to shivering Pilgrims, Rudolph prancing through the snow, and New Year's Rockin' Eve with Dick Clark, spending the holidays in the Caribbean could go a lot further toward increasing your holiday blessings and ringing in the new year right. Here's some great deals for the 2009 winter holidays that can get you on your way...
Duty Free Shopping Rules for Caribbean Travelers
Rules for making duty-free purchases in the Caribbean and bringing tax-free liquor, jewelry and other goods back to the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.
Rules for making duty-free purchases in the Caribbean and bringing tax-free liquor, jewelry and other goods back to the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.
Top Caribbean Duty-Free Shopping Destinations
Caribbean travelers can find duty-free shops at virtually any airport, but certain island destinations and ports are famous for their concentration of duty-free shopping, where visitors can find jewelry, watches, perfume, liquor and other goods at a deep discount -- 25 to 40 percent in many cases.
Caribbean travelers can find duty-free shops at virtually any airport, but certain island destinations and ports are famous for their concentration of duty-free shopping, where visitors can find jewelry, watches, perfume, liquor and other goods at a deep discount -- 25 to 40 percent in many cases.
BOGO Deal at Royal Hideaway Playacar (expires 11-10-09)
Guests who stay at the Royal Hideaway Playacar resort in the Riviera Maya can get one night free for every night they pay for, now through Dec. 22.
Guests who stay at the Royal Hideaway Playacar resort in the Riviera Maya can get one night free for every night they pay for, now through Dec. 22.
Book Your Hotel Rooms for Trinidad Carnival Now! (expires 2-16-10)
Veteran Carnival revelers know it's never too early to book a room in Port of Spain for the annual Trinidad fete. Carnival 2010 is scheduled for Feb. 11-16, and some of the hotels in the Trinidad capital have announced special rates for Carnival week.
Veteran Carnival revelers know it's never too early to book a room in Port of Spain for the annual Trinidad fete. Carnival 2010 is scheduled for Feb. 11-16, and some of the hotels in the Trinidad capital have announced special rates for Carnival week.
Pink Beach Club Golf Deal: $2,200 for Two (expires 12-21-09)
The Pink Beach Club in Bermuda is offering couples a nice weekend-getaway golf package for $2,200 inclusive.
The Pink Beach Club in Bermuda is offering couples a nice weekend-getaway golf package for $2,200 inclusive.
Holiday Inn Mobay Sale Honors Usain Bolt (expires 12-17-09)
Jamaicans love their sports heroes, and none moreso than Usain Bolt, who recently broke the world record for the 100-meters with a time of 9.58 seconds. To celebrate, the Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort in Montego Bay is offering a "958 Sale" that includes a five-night all-inclusive stay for $958, double occupancy.
Jamaicans love their sports heroes, and none moreso than Usain Bolt, who recently broke the world record for the 100-meters with a time of 9.58 seconds. To celebrate, the Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort in Montego Bay is offering a "958 Sale" that includes a five-night all-inclusive stay for $958, double occupancy.
Barbados 'Friends' and 'Followers' Get Special Deals
Want some exclusive promo codes for deals on hotels, meals and services in Barbados? Become a "friend" of The Barbados Beat on Facebook or follow Barbados on Twitter.
Want some exclusive promo codes for deals on hotels, meals and services in Barbados? Become a "friend" of The Barbados Beat on Facebook or follow Barbados on Twitter.
Big Deals at Curacao's Kura Hulanda Resort (expires 12-15-09)
I really enjoyed staying at the Lodge Kura Hulanda during my trip to Curacao a few years back, so I'm psyched to share this deal on a pair of great properties with you!
I really enjoyed staying at the Lodge Kura Hulanda during my trip to Curacao a few years back, so I'm psyched to share this deal on a pair of great properties with you!
Got a Group? Put on the Ritz, Caribbean Style (expires 12-30-10)
The good deals from high-end Caribbean resorts keep coming, and here's a sweet one for groups from the Ritz-Carlton resorts in the Caribbean (St. Thomas, Grand Cayman, and San Juan).
The good deals from high-end Caribbean resorts keep coming, and here's a sweet one for groups from the Ritz-Carlton resorts in the Caribbean (St. Thomas, Grand Cayman, and San Juan).
'Divine 5' Deal at Wyndham Rio Mar (expires 12-1-10)
Stay four nights at the the Wyndham Rio Mar resort in Puerto Rico and you'll get a fifth night free plus 25-percent discounts on activities and tours.
Stay four nights at the the Wyndham Rio Mar resort in Puerto Rico and you'll get a fifth night free plus 25-percent discounts on activities and tours.
BVI Package Includes Tennis Clinics, Massages, Play (expires 12-17-09)
Tennis lovers flock to the Caribbean for its perfect court weather and excellent facilities, and one of the leading tennis resorts in the region is Little Dix Bay in the British Virgin Islands, which for 30 years has partnered with the Peter Burwash International tennis academy.
Tennis lovers flock to the Caribbean for its perfect court weather and excellent facilities, and one of the leading tennis resorts in the region is Little Dix Bay in the British Virgin Islands, which for 30 years has partnered with the Peter Burwash International tennis academy.
Half-Priced Rooms at Holiday Inn Aruba (expires 12-17-09)
New "Recession Concession" rates at the Holiday Inn Resort Aruba are half-off the regular all-inclusive rates and start at $99 per person per night. The discount is good on stays through Dec. 17 in all but Lanai rooms and suites.
New "Recession Concession" rates at the Holiday Inn Resort Aruba are half-off the regular all-inclusive rates and start at $99 per person per night. The discount is good on stays through Dec. 17 in all but Lanai rooms and suites.
Gourmet Dining Experience at Cobbler's Cove (expires 5-12-10)
Relais properties are located around the world, including four in the Caribbean. One of these, the Cobbler's Cove Resort in Barbados, is offering gourmands a chance to experience the art of Relais and Chateau cooking, Caribbean style.
Relais properties are located around the world, including four in the Caribbean. One of these, the Cobbler's Cove Resort in Barbados, is offering gourmands a chance to experience the art of Relais and Chateau cooking, Caribbean style.
'Recession Rescue' from the Westin St. John (expires 12-19-09)
The Westin St. John Resort and Villas not only is offering recession-friendly rates but will allow you to defer your visit for up to a year if you get laid off from your job.
The Westin St. John Resort and Villas not only is offering recession-friendly rates but will allow you to defer your visit for up to a year if you get laid off from your job.
Up to 60% Off at Divi Resorts (expires 12-23-09)
Divi Resorts is cutting its room rates back as much as 60 percent for stays between March 1 and Dec. 23. The discounts are good at Divi properties in Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, and St. Maarten.
Divi Resorts is cutting its room rates back as much as 60 percent for stays between March 1 and Dec. 23. The discounts are good at Divi properties in Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, and St. Maarten.
SVG's Young Island Lures Girlfriends (expires 12-19-09)
The Young Island Resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines is offering a five-night “Girlfriend Getaway” package for $900 per person.
The Young Island Resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines is offering a five-night “Girlfriend Getaway” package for $900 per person.
25% Off Carnival Cruises When You Book Early
Carnival Cruise Lines' new Early Saver program provides up to a 25% discount on the best published rates when you book a cruise up to three months prior to the sailing date.
Carnival Cruise Lines' new Early Saver program provides up to a 25% discount on the best published rates when you book a cruise up to three months prior to the sailing date.