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CARIBBEAN & BERMUDA NEWS & BEST BUYS
$ 61 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Allegro Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic,
previously an adults-only resort owned by Jack Tar Hotels,
and then Holiday Village Golden Beach, is offering familyfriendly
rates as low as $61 per person, per night which represents
a savings of up to 46 percent. The all-inclusive resort
was re-flagged as of November 1, and renovated. The property
still maintains a separate, exclusive area for adults. Winter
rates start from $61 per person, per night, based on
double occupancy for travel until April 30, 2010. Call 800-
858-2258; or, visit www.occidentalhotels.com
$ 3500 GRAND CAYMAN
Valentine’s Day lasts more than a single day
and night at the Cotton Tree, the new boutique Cottage hotel
on the Grand Cayman. The enticing three-night package is available
through April, 2010. The romantic treatment starts when
couples enter their beachfront cottage, pre-stocked with grapes,
cheese, champagne and chocolate. As a memento of the occasion,
couples can receive a professional photograph of themselves,
done either in Cotton Tree’s garden (under a Cotton Tree
or exotic fruit tree) or on the beach. Additionally, a top local chef
is on hand for a cooking lesson to prepare an aphrodisiac dinner
ensuite (starting with oysters or one of the Caribbean’s favorite
aphrodisiacs, conch, and ending with a chocolate decadence
dessert) with a sommelier choosing the wines to match. Couples
are also treated to three hours on a luxury 42’ Sea Ray
sport yacht that includes fresh fruit, light snacks, snorkel gear,
the use of a Sea-Doo Wave runner, sparkling wine and an open
bar. The three-night Honeymoon Romance Package costs
$3,500 per couple. Visit www.caymancottontree.com
$ 199 PUERTO RICO
Hilton Worldwide’s two Puerto Rico properties
are offering Winter Escapes Packages through March
31, 2010. Guests who book the Winter Escapes Package will
receive breakfast for two, and earn a $50 activity credit for
each consecutive two-night stay, up to $200.
At the Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza rates start at
$199. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Condado Lagoon,
the Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza is the area’s premier
urban resort offering newly redesigned guestrooms and public
spaces, as well as numerous recreational activities,
including water sports, a 24-hour casino, tennis courts and
outdoor massage area. The hotel also houses numerous dining
establishments, which include two restaurants by
renowned Chef Wilo Benet – Varita and Pikayo. Call 888-
543-1230; www.ConradHotels.com
Rates at the El Conquistador Resort, The Waldorf Astoria
Collection spread across 500 acres in Fajardo, start at $259. The
property boasts a new Coquí Water Park; the private Palomino
Island for an array of water sports and other recreational activities;
a Golden Door Spa; Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course; a casino;
and numerous dining options. For guests seeking a higher
level of privacy and pampering, El Conquistador Resort’s sister
property, Las Casitas Resort, is offering the Winter Escapes
Package, with rates starting at $289. Call 800-925-
3673; www.ElConResort.com, www.LasCasitasVillage.com,
www.WaldorfAstoriaCollection.com
$ 9800 BARBADOS
Sandy Lane is offering a new Tropical
Escape package to travelers visiting the resort by February 7,
2010 and between February 22 – March 26, 2010. In addition
to one complimentary night offered to guests booking
eight night stays, the Tropical Escape package features a full
daily breakfast in the resort’s elegant beachfront restaurant,
complimentary round trip transfers, and unlimited use of
non-motorized water sports. Rates start at $9,800 for
accommodations in an Orchid Room. All rates include full
breakfast, non-alcoholic beverages in the honor bar,
roundtrip executive transfers, and are subject to 10% service
charge. Rates for 2010 at Sandy Lane range from $1,000
to $4,200 for rooms, $1,800 to $6,200 for suites, and $4,000
to $10,000 for penthouses, and $9,000 to $25,000 for the
Villa at Sandy Lane. Call 866-444-4080;
www.sandylane.com
$ 55 JAMAICA
Sunflower Cottages & Villas located in Runaway
Bay on the north coast of Jamaica, offers guests a special
rate of $55, which includes accommodations, breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Rate is based on doubles through April 14,
2010. Visit www.sunflowerseavillas.com
Fun Holiday Beach Resort offers guests the Winter Package
through April 15, 2010. Sample all-inclusive Winter Package
rates include Garden View rooms for $85 per person
based on double occupancy and Ocean View rooms for $93
per person double. Visit www.funholidaybeachresort.com
Strawberry Hill offers the Unwind & Rejuvenate package
with accommodations that include a suite with private balcony
overlooking the Blue Mountains and one 30-minute
massage per person. Roundtrip airport transfers are included
from Kingston to Strawberry Hill. Rates begin at $295 (European
Plan) based on double occupancy or $595 to include all
meals from an a la Carte menu, a wide selection of beverages,
and a customized stocked mini-bar stocked daily with
juices, bottled water and herbal waters. Visit www.islandoutpost.com
$ 2391 CARIBBEAN
Expanding its offerings for travelers seeking
an indulgent getaway at sea, Kensington Tours has added
five intimate Caribbean catamaran cruise itineraries to its
portfolio. Among the eight-day itineraries are The Bahamas –
Discover the Abaco Islands, including Great Guana Cay and
Man-O-War Cay, and quaint towns such as Treasure Cay and
Hope Town; the French West Indies and Dutch Antilles –
Visit exotic St. Martin, St. Barts, Anguilla, and the deserted
islands of Prickly Pear Cays; the Mayan Riviera and Yucatan
– Explore Mayan ruins, the lifestyle of Isla Mujeres, Cancun,
and the beautiful beaches and natural parks of Contoy; St.
Vincent and the Grenadines – Sail to Mustique, Bequia, Tobago
Cays and Mayreau Island; and the British Virgin Islands –
Visit Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Anegada, Peter Island and
Norman Island. Rates for the Caribbean catamaran cruises
start at $2,391 per person double depending upon itinerary
and travel dates. Call 888-903-2001;
www.KensingtonFIT.com
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