Vacations for Adults

Experience Sandals Resorts!!

2012-01-06T23:43:00.000-05:00

Sandals Resorts—The Luxury Included® Vacation

Sandals Resorts has earned a worldwide reputation for providing two people in love with the most romantic vacation experience in the Caribbean. Currently, there are 14 Sandals Resorts on four idyllic tropical isles—Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia, and the Bahamas.

Each resort offers stunning beachfront locations; a choice of à la carte restaurants, from white-glove dining to barefoot elegance; all premium brand wine and spirits, including an exclusive partnership with California's legendary Beringer® Vineyards; luxurious accommodations in a range of categories; unrivaled watersports including the Caribbean's largest PADI certification program; Butler Service for truly indulgent pampering; exclusive Sandals Weddings by Martha Stewart™; and signature Red Lane® Spas, with services and treatments inspired by the region.

New Adults-only Resort to Open in Cancun in August 2012

2012-01-06T23:26:00.000-05:00

Secrets Resort Brand to Open Secrets The Vine in Cancun August 2012

Secrets Resorts & Spas will introduce its brand to Cancun's popular Hotel Zone with the opening of adults-only Secrets The Vine Cancun in August 2012. The resort becomes

The newly built Secrets The Vine is located on the golden Yucatan Peninsula coastline. The property features 495 luxurious guest rooms, all with ocean views, private balconies, Italian porcelain floors, and teak wood furnishings.

The Secrets The Vine's lobby celebrates fine wine in both its design and menu offerings with a designated wine tasting area for guests, the Enoteca (wine cellar). Featuring a Mexican handcrafted wood table with seating for up to 30 guests, a unique wine wall housing as many as 3000 varieties of wine, and sommelier-lead tastings of some of the world's finest wine collections, the Enoteca promises guests a rich and relaxing wine tasting experience.

All resort guests will enjoy the benefits of Secrets Resorts & Spas' signature Unlimited-Luxury® vacation concept which offers limitless access to gourmet a la carte dining and premium beverage brands, 24-hour room and concierge services, countless daytime activities, live evening entertainment, and more.

The resort features seven distinctive restaurants and three bars offering a variety of experiences. Additionally, guests have access to a range of activities including land and water sports, daily special events such as movies on the beach, dance classes, nightly shows, evening entertainment and more.

Secrets The Vine's 12,580 square-feet spa offers the perfect atmosphere for those seeking relaxation with a selection of signature treatments and hydrotherapy experience inspired by the underground limestone caves and subterranean open water pools of the Yucatan Peninsula. A fitness center facility and full service beauty salon also are available.

The resort's variety of meeting spaces, including 17,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space overlooking the Nichupté lagoon, is ideal for group meetings and incentive travelers. Secrets The Vine also provides the perfect romantic setting for couples with many special amenities; and wedding, honeymoon and anniversary packages available.

Introductory Rate:

To celebrate the impending opening, Secrets Resorts & Spas is offering a limited time pre-opening special of $160 per person per night based on double occupancy for travel between August 1 - October 28, 2012, and $175 per person per night for travel between October 29 – December 27, 2012.*

Please call us at 1-888-898-3628 for information or to book your stay.

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Marival Residences & World Spa — Receive up to an $850 air credit

2011-12-21T12:11:00.004-05:00

Marival Residences & World Spa — Receive up to an $850 air credit

Hurry, this promotion has been extended, but you only have two more weeks to book! Plan your vacation getaway to Riviera Nayarit, Mexico and you'll automatically receive up to an $850 air credit when you book your flight and 7-night minimum hotel vacation in Luxury Suite room categories.

$550 air credit with a One Bedroom Luxury View Suite
$850 air credit with a Two Bedroom Luxury View Suite

Plus, you'll earn 1,000 bonus miles, in addition to credited flight miles, through the SkyMiles® program. Learn more.....

Marival Residences & World Spa's all-inclusive vacations also include:

All meals, snacks, and beverages
A wide variety of daily activities
including non-motorized watersports
Access to a private beach club across the street
(complimentary transportation provided)
Complimentary access to all restaurants and facilities of the Marival Resort & Suites
Nightly entertainment
24-hour room service
Unlimited free rounds of golf at any of 3 courses
Choice of 6 sightseeing tours
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This offer ends January 3, 2012

Live Aqua Cancun Resort Credit!

2011-12-19T12:38:00.000-05:00

The ultimate luxury in All-Inclusive Live Aqua Cancun ~ Adults Only. With endless privileges that will enhance your vacation pleasures to the maximum, including deluxe accommodations with private balconies and upscale amenities, fine dining, open bar, activities and authentic service that go well beyond the expected. Learn more.....

Book Live Aqua Cancun online today or call 1-888-898-3628 for immediate assistance.

Sandals Resorts Bahamas $400 Instant Savings

2011-12-19T12:33:00.000-05:00

Book Sandals Emerald Bay | Book Sandals Royal Bahamian

OFFER DETAILS

*The $400 Instant Savings offer is valid for new US/Canadian bookings made 12/12/11 through 02/06/12 for travel starting 01/01/12 and completed by 6/20/12 (Blackout dates 3/15/12 – 4/14/12) to Sandals Royal Bahamian and Sandals Emerald Bay only. The $400 Instant Savings offer must be booked in conjunction with an air-inclusive vacation package, which includes a minimum 6-paid night consecutive stay when flying from any city in the US or Canada. Limit of one $400 Instant Savings per booked room and up to two rooms allowed per booking. Minimum double occupancy required. The $400 Instant Savings is in USD, applied to the base fare and excludes government taxes and fees, which must be paid at time of booking and is fully non-refundable. Maximum Sandals Select point redemption per reservation is 20,000 Sandals Select points valued at $500.00 USD. Offer not combinable with any other Sandals Select Rewards point promotions or WorldPoint redemptions. Unique Vacations, Inc., reserves the right to verify all accounts prior to adjusting reservations. Limit one redemption reservation per member. Booking names must match the Sandals Select Membership account or it will be null and void. Baggage fees may not be included. Both passengers must be booked for the same flight and itinerary cannot include voluntary stopovers. Cancellation of hotel booking will result in cancellation of all associated airline tickets. Offer is combinable with other consumer savings promotions; not combinable with any other airfare credit offers, including $250 Airfare Credit. Offer is subject to availability throughout promotional period and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Offer is not applicable to group bookings. Other restrictions and limitations may apply.

Destination Wellness Fitness Vacations

2011-12-17T16:07:00.002-05:00

By David Pritchard for El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels, by Karisma:

For a tropical vacation that extends beyond the sun, sand and surf, take time for yourself with a Destination Wellness Vacation by David Pritchard. A leader in the health and fitness industry for the last 18 years, David Pritchard has worked tirelessly to create My Destination Wellness, a customized wellness vacation program designed to bring the balance back to your life and help you reach your individual fitness goals. Whether your ideal wellness getaway consists of a few Yoga classes between swims in the pool; a high octane wellness regimen from sunrise to sunset; or something that falls delightfully in between, My Destination Wellness will help you rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.

With a passion and commitment to each and every one of his clients, David Pritchard’s wellness philosophy incorporates exercise, strengthening both your mind and body, creating a lifelong eating plan and developing a wellness lifestyle that will work for you. “It is my core belief that when people are truly enjoying their surroundings they realize they want those surroundings to last,” David says. “And by designing this wellness plan while you are on vacation, it allows you to put the focus on yourself and your goals. My wellness program is designed to both educate and motivate you throughout your stay; and, to give you the resources and tools you will need to be successful once you go home. That’s what Destination Wellness is all about, and it’s my commitment to you.

Catering to your mind, body and soul, the My Destination Wellness program includes unique offering like:

Nutrition consultations
GI Restaurant meal plans
Specialized Wellness Classes
Personalized training program set-ups
Individual time with trainers
Unlimited Access to the exclusive My Destination Wellness cardio equipment
Spa treatments

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Travel Weekly 2011 Readers’ Choice Awards - Best Boutique Hotel Chain

2011-12-17T15:10:00.000-05:00

El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels by Karisma, a premier collection of Gourmet Inclusive properties located throughout the Riviera Maya, Mexico, was recently honored as Travel Weekly’s Best Boutique Hotel Chain. Readers of Travel Weekly, the national magazine top travel professionals turn to for comprehensive industry news, selected El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels in this prestigious category for the third consecutive year, trumping competitors such as Hotel Indigo, Kimpton Hotels, Zoetry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Red Carnation and W Hotels & Resorts.

The annual Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the finest in travel, as determined in several rounds of voting by Travel Weekly readers, a group comprised of discerning travelers with a keen eye for superior products and services. El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels were honored at the ninth annual Readers’ Choice Awards during a black-tie gala dinner and ceremony on December 15, 2011 at The Plaza Hotel in New York.

“We are extremely grateful to our valued travel agent partners for their continued support and help to create a new category where Gourmet Inclusive is recognized as the best in food and service. It is especially rewarding for El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels, which provide adults and families with unforgettable Gourmet Inclusive vacations, to be named as the industry’s Best Boutique Hotel Chain by Travel Weekly readers, an esteemed group of travel professionals from across the country,” said Mandy Chomat, vice president of sales & marketing for Premier Worldwide Marketing, the worldwide representative of El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels.

The Gourmet Inclusive properties are comprised of El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort; El Dorado Casitas Royale; El Dorado Seaside Suites; El Dorado Maroma, A Beachfront Resort; Azul Beach Hotel; Azul Sensatori Hotel; Azul Fives Hotel; and Azul Villa Carola by Karisma, and provide adults, couples, and families with a carefree environment and a vacation that fosters togetherness. With unmatched personalized services, intimate settings and distinctive amenities, El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels are distinguished as a leader among boutique hotel chains worldwide.

With the Gourmet Inclusive experience, El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels offer indulgent pampering with unparalleled personal services such as champagne and smoothie check-ins, full-service concierge, 24-hour room service, world-class chefs, gourmet cuisine served a la carte and sommeliers who suggest perfect pairings from private label wine selections.

Rates at El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels begin at $120 per person, per night including the Gourmet Inclusive experience (all gourmet meals served a la carte, premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, 24-hour room service, full service concierge). Hotel reservations can be secured online or by calling 1-888-898-3628.

Understanding Clothing-optional Resorts

2011-12-17T14:06:00.003-05:00

With a plethora of clothing-optional resorts available, it is sometimes difficult to understand the differences between them or even how to determine which one's right for you. With that said, we've created this niftly little guide to help you understand the differences between these unique resorts:

Types of Clothing Optional Resorts:

Clothing-optional Resorts - Most beach resorts, especially in the Caribbean, have clothing optional beaches, although clothing is required in most areas of the resort. These are not the same as a nudist resort where nudity is the order of the day throughout the entire resort. Properties such as Desire Resort & Spa Los Cabos, Jamaica's Sunset Beach Resort, Hedonism II and SuperFun Resort offers clothing optional beaches.

Clothes-free Resorts - Clothes-free resorts are similar to your clothing-optional resorts. However, clothing is not required in most areas of the resort, and nudity is mandatory on the beach and in the swimming area. Our top clothes-free resorts are N Resort in Jamaica, Desire Resort & Spa Cancun, Hidden Beach Resort, and Club Orient in St. Martin.

Resorts with European-style Sunbathing - Hotels and resort that allows women to go topless at a designated area such as a swimming pool or a section of a beach set aside specifically for topless sunbathing. You'll find this practice generally accepted at most Caribbean destinations and Mexico. In addition, you'll find a number of adults-only pool clubs in Las vegas that offers European-style sunbathing.

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Not Looking for Clothing-optional Resorts?

Strictly for Adults:

Vacations for adults offers one of the world's largest collection of (non clothing-optional) adults-only resorts in the world. Our adults-only resorts can be found in Mexico and Latin America, the Caribbean Europe and Asia. Most adults-only resorts are well suited for couples as well as single adults, and to a certain degree, families with older children. Most adults-only resorts define adults as age 18 and up; others start at 16. Examples of true adults-only resorts include the Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro in Punta Cana, Club Ambiance in Jamaica, Secrets St. James in Jamaica, El Dorado Resorts in Mexico, The Royal in Cancun, Temptation Resorts and Excellence Resorts. Learn more.....

Great Resorts for Adults and Families with Older Children:

Adult-oriented Resorts - which caters to everyone - families, couples and singles, and offers an adult-oriented theme. (Minimum age is 12 or 13 depending on the resort). Popular adult-oriented resorts includes SuperClubs' Breezes Resorts, Sunset Beach Resort and Sunset at the palms in Jamaica, the RIU Hotel Brand, and Me Cancun. Learn More.....

Especially for Couples-only:

Couples-only Resorts - This type of resort allows only couples - no singles or adult families. The popular Sandals resorts and Couples Resorts fall into this category. Our top couples-only resorts include Couples Negril, Couples Tower Isle Ocho Rios, Rendezvous St. Lucia, and Sun Palace Resort in Cancun. We invite you to search and book one of our popular couples-only resorts for your honeymoon, wedding moon, or a romantic getaway. Learn More.....

Our Resort of the Month!!

2011-12-17T12:50:00.002-05:00

ADULT ALL INCLUSIVE RESORTS - Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun - A Popular Place for Singles!!

With an innovative concept, Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun welcomes you to experience an exhilarating take on the all inclusive holiday. A hip vibe is the hallmark of this beachfront, topless optional hotel where the vibrating, sexy and adults only atmosphere gets you totally invigorated and relaxed. Play and tan on a white sandy beach of the Caribbean or socialize with other guests of the hotel at our three spectacular swimming pools, themed with different concepts: relaxation, sports and fun entertainment. Temptation has those perfect spots that will make your vacation in Cancun a delight.

Exquisitely decorated, Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun offers accommodations in two categories Deluxe Rooms and Jacuzzi Suites. All of them feature luxury and practical amenities as well as private terraces or balconies, providing an ideal spot for a well-needed rest or a romantic, private rendez-vous. Savor new, gastronomic highs with delicious dining options that include gourmet, à la carte restaurants as well as world class buffets. Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun invites you to discover our bars and enjoy selected premium liquors, an extensive, martini menu and exotic cocktails.

As part of our original, all inclusive plan, Temptation’s cast members will lead the charge each day with fun, sexy and adventurous activities that range from water, beach sports and pool games to tempting contests that will warm even the iciest participants. In our topless optional ambiance, guests can choose whether to engage in the excitement or just stay away from the crowds and enjoy romantic moments in the jacuzzi of the quiet pool. With adults only oriented shows and games, our professional nightly entertainment will dare you not to be tempted. Either with your partner or with friends, Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun will provide you with infinite options to enjoy your, soon to be, most fun vacation ever.

What is included?

A unique adult only ambience and concept for 21+
Deluxe Cancun Resort accommodations
24/7 Pool Action.
24 Hours All Inclusive meal service, including: à la carte and buffet breakfast, à la carte and buffet lunch, day and nighttime snacks, as well as gourmet dining at three specialty restaurants (Reservation required). Low carb, vegetarian and healthy options available at most restaurants.
Room service for continental breakfast

Resort Facilities Include:

Seven outdoor Jacuzzis
Three swimming pools (topless optional): one is the heartbeat of the resort, filled with all the action and a sexy ambiance. The second is the sports pool, where all the sports activities take place - from water polo to pool volleyball. The third is the relaxing pool, where quiet is on the menu!
Gym
5-Star Cancun spa featuring an extensive menu of treatments
Lobby that features stylish decoration and services including – high speed Internet facilities, silver shop and a travel agency.

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Re-Introducing Desire Resort & spa, Los Cabos

2011-12-16T16:31:00.002-05:00

For the ultimate couples only hotel experience, Desire Resort & Spa Los Cabos await in a pristine beach of San Jose Los Cabos. Come with your significant other and discover why paradise only feels like true at Desire Resorts. In the most seductive, clothing optional, over 21 atmosphere, you and your partner will find perfect opportunities to let your passion be free, live your wildest dreams and forget all inhibitions. The ideal occasions to rekindle the fire in your lives and meet like-minded couples who also seek a superb adults only vacation in Los Cabos.

Be simply delighted by all what the all inclusive program of Desire Resort & Spa Los Cabos entitles you to. Having the choice of staying either in a luxurious Superior Room or in a passion-evoking Jacuzzi Suite, enjoy the most romantic sunsets and breathtaking views of the Sea of Cortez from the privacy of your own terrace or balcony, along with sensual and convenient amenities that will pamper you and your partner from the very first moment of your arrival. Sunbathe in the most enticing topless optional atmosphere of our sandy, golden beach, enjoy the most adventurous clothing optional experience in our Jacuzzi Lounge and delight your palates with exquisite dining and wining in the alluring ambiances of the gourmet restaurants at this deluxe all inclusive hotel.

In the daylight, enjoy provocative activities that have been designed to satisfy your every desire for the best adults only oriented games and play. Then when the night comes, the enticing atmosphere of Desire Resort & Spa Los Cabos will embrace you with a world of exhilarating entertainment that includes the most sensual and engaging shows, contests and performances.

For more seductive moments, our clothing optional hotel also features a spa where you can treat your bodies and minds to delicious treatments and massages for two. Your most romantic, indulging and erotic vacation in Mexico can only happen at Desire Resort & Spa Los Cabos.

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Experience the All-New Secrets Marquis Los Cabos

2011-12-15T13:26:00.000-05:00

The All-New Secrets Marquis Los Cabos -Especially for Adults only!

Guests will feel a sense of excitement and experience a world of pleasure at this all-suite hideaway in the beautiful Los Cabos tranquil desert on Mexico's Baja Peninsula. At Secrets Marquis Los Cabos guests can experience one-of-a-kind views of the gorgeous Pacific Ocean from their terrace or patio. And with Unlimited-Luxury® indulgences, it's impossible to resist the charm of Secrets Marquis.

The location is perfect and only 20 minutes from Los Cabos International Airport. If getting off the resort is your preference, take-in the local culture in San Jose del Cabo, located 15 minutes away or enjoy the nightlife in Cabo San Lucas about 30 minutes from the resort.

The Unlimited-Luxury® Secrets Marquis Los Cabos is conveniently located on the Sea of Cortes in the "corridor" section of Los Cabos. The impressive architecture and contemporary Mexican décor dramatically represent the destination as exemplified by the open-air lobby which features a dramatic arch, in recognition of Cabo's trademark rock arch, with an unobstructed view of the ocean. Additionally, a 36 ft. waterfall flows through the lobby and drops over the Dos Mares pool restaurant and into the main swimming pool. The hotel is home to an extensive original art collection, a full service holistic Spa (member of 'Leading Spas of the World') and over 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. In addition, the adults only Secrets Marquis is located near spectacular golf courses including the top-ranked Cabo del Sol Ocean golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus.

Elegant SuitesSecrets Marquis features 235 finely appointed oversized suites, including five honeymoon suites, an extraordinary 2,604 sq. ft. Presidential Suite and twenty six luxurious private pool casitas. All suites feature private balconies or terraces, 24 hr. room service and every room offers guests a spectacular ocean view. In addition, all accommodations include luxurious amenities such as hydromassage tubs, high-end bathroom toiletries and fine Italian bed linens, goose-down comforters and more.

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Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-12-14T20:39:00.000-05:00

This week we introduce you to Desire Resort & Spa, Cancun:

A deliciously erotic Lifestyle! An exciting, deliciously erotic Lifestyles adventure is now ready and waiting especially for you at the exclusive - Riviera Maya spa - Desire Resort. This sublime hideaway for couples is set on an exquisite white sand beach between a mangrove filled with native fauna and a sun-drenched sweep of clear sparkling ocean. On the land, couples will find themselves surrounded by swaying coconut palms and exotic jungle plants. In the sea, the beautiful reef Coral Park teams with brightly colored fish. Truly a place where superb architecture harmonizes flawlessly with the vibrant hues and natural beauty of the region to provide a picture perfect setting in the world famous Riviera Maya spa.

The resort is arranged to resemble a pastoral village, 110 villas and suites, many with ocean view, blend into the lush, tropical gardens of this couples-only escape from routine.

Enjoy a sense of freedom like no other on Earth as you stroll nude along the beach or immerse your total being in the bubbling au-natural Jacuzzi Lounge. Besides its spectacular ocean view, the Jacuzzi Lounge also offers wet and dry bar plus cozy seating and languorous sunning areas. Along with a selection of restaurants, lounges, gym and spa, you will find a wide variety of activities, entertainments, land and water sports to enjoy…all designed around the utmost in personalized service.

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Experience the All-New Paradisus Playa Del Carmen

2011-12-14T13:09:00.000-05:00

Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Perla Especially for Adults-only!

Located in a stunning little bay, Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla is the superior luxury resort in the Riviera Maya, combining a prestigious Caribbean setting with world-class facilities, including Royal Service, the ultimate in spa treatments, a relaxed ambience, and flexible meeting spaces with state-of-the-art equipment. This elegant resort has a Mayan ecological feeling, and an oceanfront location surrounded by a lush tropical mangrove preserve and with views of Cozumel Island. Take your senses on a culinary tour through eleven remarkable restaurants serving delicious cuisine from all around the world and ten bars serving unlimited international Premium brand drinks. Enjoy life-enriching experiences such as tango dance classes, sushi-making, and sensorial experiences.

This adults-only luxury All-Inclusive resort is located about 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport and just steps from extraordinary beaches and attractions such as Playa del Carmen's 5th Avenue, Xcaret, Akumal, Xel-Ha, and near world-famous Mayan archaeological sites such as Tulum, Chichén Itzá and Cobá.

Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla features 394 elegantly-appointed suites, including 60 swim-up suites, the most of any resort in Mexico. All rooms feature:

40" Flat Screen with cable TV
CD/DVD Player
Marble floors
Daily-stocked mini bar
Coffee maker
Individually controlled air conditioning
Living area with sofa
Private terrace with Jacuzzi and tanning area in the Royal Service suites
Modern bathroom with sensory tub and two rain showers
24-hour room service
Iron and ironing board
2 accessible wheelchair rooms available
Connecting rooms available

Our signature Royal Service suites offer unparalleled all-inclusive luxury in an exclusive and private environment for adults only. Our discreet but efficient personal butlers will attend to your every need. In addition to the features above, Royal Service rooms also include:

A bi-level elegant air-conditioned Royal Service lounge for private check-in/out, library, complimentary Internet access, daily continental breakfast buffet, coffee and beverages throughout the day, international newspapers, and evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
A la carte breakfast & lunch in the exclusive Royal Service restaurant (350 m2/3,767 ft2)
Preferential and guaranteed reservations for specialty restaurants, Spa, activities and excursions
Private Royal Service meeting rooms
Private pool with bar (800m2 / 8,600 ft2)
Private beach area with beach concierge service
Private Royal Service massage cabin in the lounge
Private Jacuzzi on the terrace

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* Courtesy of CMTravelonline.com - our sister site.

Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-12-07T20:36:00.000-05:00

This week we introduce you to Secrets Resorts & Spas:

Secrets Resorts & Spas offer adults an extra measure of romance and sensuality in exquisite luxury settings. Immerse yourself in Unlimited-Luxury® where everything is included: Elegantly appointed rooms and suites with 24-hour concierge and room services. Multiple gourmet restaurants and lounges serving premium beverages. Endless day and evening activities, all in spectacular settings.

JAMAICA

Secrets St. James Montego Bay - On an island that was once part of the British Empire, Secrets St. James presents guests with a quiet, relaxing, oceanfront destination. This adults-only, Unlimited- Luxury resort completely surrounded by the crystal clear Caribbean features 350 opulent suites, impeccable service and superior amenities.

Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay - From indigenous art to chic design, Secrets Wild Orchid takes its inspiration from the island's gorgeous surroundings, steeped in the Ethiopian roots of Jamaica's African ancestors. Completely encompassed by the Caribbean, this adults only resort, sits serenely on over a mile of private beach on the Montego Bay peninsula.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana - At Secrets Royal Beach, it's paradise from the ground up. And Unlimited-Luxury® means a wristband-free, excitement-filled getaway. Modern Caribbean-inspired touches create an alluring haven. The spacious accommodations will have a furnished balcony or terrace with exterior Jacuzzi, full marble bathroom, 24-hour room service and nightly turndown, daily refreshed mini bar with soft drinks, juices, water and beer, in-room climate control, just to name a few of the amazing touches.

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana - Located just 10 minutes from Punta Cana airport and situated on the most beautiful natural pure white sand beach in the Dominican Republic, Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana pampers guests with luxury in every way. Offering Unlimited-Luxury®, Secrets Sanctuary includes all meals at an array of gourmet ala carte dining options, premium brand drinks, 24-hour room and concierge services, pool and beach wait service, activities, gratuities and live evening entertainment. All included.

MEXICO

The Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun - a proud member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, is superbly nestled amid 71 acres of lush greenery bordered by a sugar-white beach and a mesmerizing multi-blue Caribbean Sea this Unlimited-Luxury, adults-only oasis truly embraces beauty and splendor. Nearby barrier reefs and Mayan archaeological sites heighten this perfect location.

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - offers adults an extra measure of romance and sensuality in an exquisite luxury setting. Immerse yourself in Unlimited-Luxury where everything is included: Elegantly appointed rooms and suites with 24-hour concierge and room service. Multiple gourmet restaurants and lounges serving premium beverages. Endless day and evening activities, all in a spectacular setting.

Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun - their all-adult, all suites resort brings a brilliantly contemporary atmosphere to Cancun's famed Riviera Maya. Surrounded by warm crystal waters, this all-suite Unlimited Luxury ® resort features 433 sumptuous suites, everyone is a showcase of modern luxury and elegant appointments. All have a private furnished balcony or terrace with dramatic ocean, pool, or garden view. Over 43,000 sq. ft. of pool areas and expansive manicured gardens, eight gourmet restaurants, eight bars from elegant to swim-up.

Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa - Opening June 2011 - As though carved into the foothills of the coastline where it hugs the glistening shores of the Conejos Bay, there sits a place where even doing nothing is amazing. With its golden sand, beautiful rock formations and sapphire waters, Conejos Bay will soon welcome adults-only Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa. Here, the exceptional amenities and services of Unlimited-Luxury® await, beginning with unlimited food and premium beverages from eight reservation-free, gourmet restaurants and four stylish bars and lounges; pool and beach wait service, and 24-hour room and concierge service. All of it without wristbands.

Secrets Resorts offer GIRLFRIEND GETAWAYS.

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Companion Flies Free to All Sandals Destinations

2011-07-05T16:37:00.001-04:00

Valid for Any Destination, Any Gateway and Any Room Category!

Companion Flies Free:

Book your Sandals Resort + Air now from any continental U.S. gateway and your companion flies free. Offer will be automatically applied to your total vacation price when you book online. Just make sure you stay 6 nights or longer for travel between September 1 and December 28, 2011.* Book Now!

What If I Book Land Only?

Get Up to $350 even if you buy airfare separately!

Buying your airline tickets elsewhere? No problem! You get an instant credit when you book the land-only portion of your vacation online - $250 to Jamaica and Bahamas and $350 to St. Lucia and Antigua. Savings are automatically applied to your final price. Book Now!

*Companion Flies Free offer is valid for new Continental U.S. air-inclusive bookings for a limited time only made 6/30/11 through 7/31/11, for travel 9/1/11 - 12/28/11 to any Sandals Resort, excluding Sandals Carlyle. Bookings require a 6 paid-night minimum. Maximum one companion flies free ticket per room. Excludes government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee, up to a total of $145, which must be paid at time of booking and are fully non-refundable. Baggage fees may vary based on airline and may not be included. Cancellation of hotel booking will result in cancellation of all associated airline tickets. Cancellation penalties may include fees up to the cost of two airline tickets, inclusive of government taxes & fees, plus any applicable land cancellation fees. Both passengers must be booked for the same flight and itinerary cannot include voluntary stopovers. Offer is combinable with other consumer saving promotions. Offer not valid for Business or First class airfare and any other air or instant credit offers. Customers wishing to change dates of travel after ticketing must pay any applicable airline change fees for each passenger plus any increase in the ticket price for the new date. Maximum Sandals Select point redemption per reservation is 20,000 Sandals Select points valued at $500.00 USD. Offer not combinable with any other double point promotions including SSG30. Unique Vacation reserves the right to verify all accounts prior to adjusting reservations. Limit one redemption reservation per member. Booking names must match the Sandals Select Membership account or it will be null and void. Offer is subject to availability and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions and limitations may apply. May not be applicable to groups.

Receive Up To $400 Instant Air Credit With Funjet!

2011-07-05T16:24:00.000-04:00

Rising air fares got you down? Then it's time you earned some credit for booking your vacation with Funjet! That's why we're giving you an exclusive, instant air credit of either $200, $300 or $400 per room^ when you book your air/hotel getaway of 5 nights or more to Mexico, the Caribbean or Hawaii. Plus, enjoy bonus savings when you upgrade your room at select hotels! Check Availability!

Hurry, book by July 21st to save on travel now through December 15, 2011. Prices below include Air Credit.

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Breezes Bare Bones Package in Jamaica

2011-07-05T15:55:00.000-04:00

According to the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) with 213,000 members, nude recreation – what has come to be known as “nakation” – is a $440 million industry. Breezes Grand Resort & Spa – Negril in Jamaica responds to this rapidly growing market with the launch of a Super-Inclusive four-night “Bare Bones” package.

Au naturel guests at Breezes Grand Negril will not only save on airline baggage fees, as a carry-on bag should be sufficient, but they will also enjoy the freedom of a clothes-free vacation in the comfort of private, beachfront accommodations. This property features the full-service, à la carte Blue Mahoe Spa, where each “Bare Bones” booking includes a complimentary full body wax and a post-sunbathing “Sun Kissed Aloe Wrap.”

Breezes Grand Resort & Spa, Negril

Breezes Grand Negril receives high praise from au naturel travelers and was aptly named one of the world’s “Top 10 Au Naturel Resorts” in 2008 by TripAdvisor.com. The all-suite resort boasts 44 au naturel accommodations and a pristine white sand beach where guests can “dress down.”

PACKAGE APPLIES TO:

JR. COVE BEACHFRONT SUITE – AU NATUREL with an additional 10% discount!

This special Promotion can only be booked online. Learn More! Book Now!

For more than 30 years, Breezes Resorts’ “Super-Inclusive” concept has offered the best vacation value. A single payment for a “Bare Bones” package covers au naturel accommodations; all meals and multiple dining options including Japanese, Italian and authentic regional cuisine; unlimited premium brand drinks; a full body wax and “Sun Kissed Aloe Wrap” at the Blue Mahoe Spa; myriad land and water sports including equipment rental, instruction and green fees; entertainment; weddings; recreational activities; and hotel taxes. Tipping is not allowed. Clubs, carts and mandatory caddies for golfers are additional fees.

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Wellness & Zumba Week at Breezes Runaway Bay, Jamaica

2011-07-05T14:27:00.004-04:00

Health & Wellness Program Featuring Daily Zumba and Pilates Classes, Plus a Series of "How to Outsmart Mother Nature" Workshops!!

Zumba has taken the world by storm and now travelers can experience the hottest new fitness trend while vacationing at Breezes Runaway Bay Resort & Spa in Jamaica. From August 14 – 21, our Super-Inclusive resort is hosting Breezes “Wellness & Zumba Week” where certified instructor Linda A. Robinson will lead daily complimentary Zumba and Pilates classes for guests of all activity levels. After each energizing session will be a “healthy eating” break featuring an assortment of exotic fruits and nutritious snacks. In addition, travel, food and spa editor and author Babbie De Derian will share highlights of her new book Outsmart Mother Nature, and teach guests what it takes to be “Fabulous at Every Age…Through a Lifetime of Changes.”

DAILY ITINERARY

Each morning at 9 a.m., Robinson, an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America instructor based in New York City, will teach a beachfront Pilates class, designed to increase the strength, flexibility and control of the body. A full body workout, Pilates is a conditioning routine that helps to not only build flexibility, but also strength, endurance, and coordination in the legs, abdominals, arms and back.

At 11 a.m., De Derian will share her pampered life and a wealth of anti-aging beauty, health and nutrition secrets, tips and philosophies that she has gathered from ancient cultures and 450 spas around the world. Guests will learn how to make seasonal changes in their exercise routine, diet and appearance to maximize their potential, plus how to turn a bath into an at-home spa sanctuary using herbs and leftover fruits and vegetables for scrubs and facials. De Derian’s interactive mini workshops will bring guests’ goals into focus and build age-defying reserves that will last a lifetime.

Every afternoon at 4 p.m., Robinson will get guests on their feet for some Latin-inspired dance fitness fun. Robinson calls her high-energy, aerobic classes “parties,” as the easy to follow, calorie burning Zumba program features upbeat music and choreography incorporating hip-hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts and some Bollywood and belly dance moves.

RATES & PACKAGE INFO

Rates during the August 14-21 “Wellness & Zumba Week” start at $175 per person, per night based on double occupancy with a three night minimum stay. Those who book by August 3 will receive a $260 air credit* on four- and five-night stays, or a $420 air credit on six- and seven-night stays. (See details below.)

A second Breezes “Wellness & Zumba Week” is planned for December 4-11.

BREEZES RUNAWAY BAY

Set on the longest stretch of private, white sand beach along Jamaica’s North Shore, Breezes Runaway Bay boasts myriad land and water activities, in addition to the week’s special wellness program. Along with scuba diving, tennis classes, windsurfing and kayaking, guests can enjoy leisurely use of three freshwater pools, Jacuzzis, a game room, gym and more. The resort is also home to Jamaica’s first golf school, with PGA and CPGA certified instructors at its 18-hole, 72-par course.

After a good workout there’s nothing better than some self-pampering at the on-site à la carte Blue Mahoe Spa, which features all natural plant and sea products. Here, a full menu of treatments from manicures and pedicures to massages and body wraps are designed to maintain a balance with nature and enhance the mind, body and spirit connection.

What’s Included?

A single payment covers accommodations; all meals and multiple dining options including Japanese, Italian and authentic regional cuisine; unlimited premium brand drinks; myriad land and water sports including equipment, instruction and green fees; entertainment; weddings; recreational activities; and hotel taxes. Tipping is not allowed.

Please call 1-888-898-3628 to learn more about this special promotion, or you can book this special offer online today. Book Now!!

Sandals Hot Deal - Companion Flies Free to Sandals Emerald Bay, Bahamas

2011-04-08T13:29:00.003-04:00

Bahamas Free Companion Airfare or Instant Savings Offer

Booking Window: Now -07/07/11
Travel Window: 08/01/11-12/22/11
Promotion Details: Guests who book double occupancy at a participating Sandals Resort will receive one free companion airfare or up to $350.00 Instant Savings (one per room, per stay).

Valid Categories: All.
Minimum Stay: A 4-night minimum stay is required.

Restrictions: Companion Airline Ticket: Free Companion Airline ticket does not included government taxes and fees, which must be paid at the time of the booking. Florida originating flights free companion airline ticket does include government taxes and fees. Not valid for purchase of First or Business Class Tickets. Both airline tickets must be purchased on same flight/same itinerary and can not include voluntary stopovers.

Instant Savings: Upt to $350.00 Instant Savings will automatically be deducted off the booking. Single occupancy is not eligible for the instant $350.00 savings.

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Introducing Clothing-optional Desire Resort Cancun

2011-04-08T12:38:00.000-04:00

A deliciously erotic Lifestyle! An exciting, deliciously erotic Lifestyles adventure is now ready and waiting especially for you at the exclusive - Riviera Maya spa - Desire Resort. This sublime hideaway for couples is set on an exquisite white sand beach between a mangrove filled with native fauna and a sun-drenched sweep of clear sparkling ocean. On the land, couples will find themselves surrounded by swaying coconut palms and exotic jungle plants. In the sea, the beautiful reef Coral Park teams with brightly colored fish. Truly a place where superb architecture harmonizes flawlessly with the vibrant hues and natural beauty of the region to provide a picture perfect setting in the world famous Riviera Maya spa.

The resort is arranged to resemble a pastoral village, 110 villas and suites, many with ocean view, blend into the lush, tropical gardens of this couples-only escape from routine.

Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-04-03T00:52:00.001-04:00

This week we're proud to introduce Almond Resorts:

Almond Resorts in Barbados and St. Lucia offer four great all-inclusive holiday destinations with one amazing Caribbean experience. For groups, weddings, couples, families and singles – for all those seeking a personalised experience without rules, without worries – we promise breathtaking views, lushly landscaped gardens, countless activities, exceptional cuisine and friendly, helpful people.

Almond Beach Club & Spa - Barbados
At the all-inclusive adults only Almond Beach Club & Spa, the Caribbean Sea washes up to coral-rock formations along the 100-yard water frontage. Each passing wave, a metaphor for your entire stay, erases any thought of the stresses of home and leaves only serenity. A lounge chair, a good book and maybe a drink – this the recipe for a sunny afternoon well spent in Barbados.

A welcomed quiet presides over the resort. Everything seems intimate. Among lush gardens bursting with vibrant flowers and shrubs, guests meander along cozy walkways, to and from the two-level pool or the spa. But always back to the ocean. And to the next incoming wave

Almond Beach Village - Barbados
Upon arriving at the all-inclusive Almond Beach Village, you’ll be welcomed with a cold drink and a refreshing scented hand towel. It’s a nice touch after a day’s travel, and the perfect foreshadowing for your entire stay in Barbados. One spent lounging by one of the ten pools or perhaps in a hammock stretched between two palm trees.

The Village is a sprawling resort with discoveries around every corner. But it’s also intimate enough for you to find a special spot in it. Play with the kids in the gentle surf. Enjoy a romantic dinner. Appreciate the history. Have it all at a resort ranked by prestigious Child Magazine as a Top Ten Caribbean Resort for families.

Almond Casuarina Beach - Barbados
Some evenings right about sunset, Barbados’ famous Green Monkeys come snack on the lush gardens of bamboo and fruit trees that canopy the grounds of the all-inclusive Almond Casaurina Beach. You can hear whistling tree frogs play their melody in continuous unison. It’s “Paradise Regained,” an environmental oasis turned holiday spot like no other.

Set on 10 acres that border the white sand Dover Beach, close to St. Lawrence Gap, you’ll enjoy great breezes and plenty of sunshine where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean.

Almond Morgan Bay - St. Lucia
At Almond Morgan Bay, nestled in a private cove, one can’t help being affected by the pull of the ocean. Viewable from virtually every room, it unquestionably dominates the scenery and acts as the end of a great funnel, collecting everyone along the golden beach, or within the open yard as they rest beneath countless shady palm trees.

Notice the Caribbean pops of colour. The turquoise water. The brightly painted guesthouses in reds, yellows and blues. The green lawns. The technicolour gardens. And at dusk a quiet explosion as the sun sets almost close enough to touch.
(courtesy of Funjet Vacations)

Book an Almond Resort with Funjet Vacations: Almond Beach Club & Spa - Barbados , Almond Beach Village - Barbados , Almond Casuarina Beach - Barbados , Almond Morgan Bay - St. Lucia

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Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-03-22T13:00:00.004-04:00

This week we're proud to introduce Island Outpost Resorts:

Island Outpost Resorts provide its guests with distinct places that share a common sensibility or aesthetic that makes them appealing to a certain kind of person. The company is committed to creating a unique, personal, relaxed experience - places where one can put a little distance between themselves and the rest of the world.

Island Outpost strives to provide guests with a level of service so natural, that they would feel as if they were staying in the home of good friends. The atmosphere will be casual and friendly and we will make each a fun place with fresh and local food and efficient and unobtrusive service.

More importantly, Island Outpost operates each property in a responsible manner, in harmony with its local culture and environment. The company believes the strength in the brand stems from the continuous promotion of the individual character and expression of each property that reflects the magic of music, each with its own rhythm, its own beat.

Geejam, Port Antonio, Jamaica - Welcome to Geejam an ‘über luxury’ insider escape located in San San, close to Port Antonio. Recently nominated by Conde Nast Traveler's Hot List Hotels 2009 as one of the “top hot tables", the Bushbar follows the overall Geejam mantra of a grassroots approach to relaxation, restoration and reinvention. Whether it be for a vacation, a recording session, a photo shoot, a wedding, a honeymoon or just a fleeting getaway, you are invited to taste this uniquely modern experience. (Adult Oriented)

Goldeneye, Oracabessa (Ocho Rios), Jamaica - Chris Blackwell introduces the new GoldenEye! Starting this past October, you can now book one of our 11 brand new bright and airy beach or lagoon cottages. Or, slip into one of our six sexy-and-secluded new lagoon suites. Been here before? Reacquaint yourself with one of the original villas, ever-so-gently refit. Plus, experience tons of fun new activities! Try tasty local dishes at two new restaurants! (Adult Oriented)

Strawberry Hill Resort, Blue Mountains, Jamaica - Perched 3,100 feet above sea level in the Blue Mountains and 30 minutes from the airport, Strawberry Hill Hotel & Spa offers an enchanting mix of rich Jamaican heritage balanced by healthy conscious living. This unique boutique property houses a Living Spa, a Main House, and twelve handcrafted 19th century Georgian style cottages, each carefully sited in a private tropical haven with magnificent mountainside and panoramic views of the vibrant city of Kingston. We invite you to come experience the mystique of an unparalleled mountaintop paradise. (Adult Only, All-inclusive)

The Caves, Negril, Jamaica - Poised on the limestone cliffs of Negril's scenic West End in Jamaica, The Caves capture all the essence of a seductive oceanfront sanctuary. Twelve exclusive cliffside accommodations, a Private Cave Dining, a sensual Cave Rum & Cigar Bar, and a seaview Aveda Amenity Spa offer a refreshingly organic interpretation of romance. At The Caves, we guarantee you an unparalleled journey that will resonate long after your stay. (Adults Only, All-inclusive)

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Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-03-18T12:59:00.001-04:00

This week we're proud to introduce Temptation Resorts:

Temptation Resort Spa Los Cabos
     An evolutionary concept in Los Cabos, the new over 21 Temptation Resort Spa welcomes singles and couples to experience a contemporary take on the all-inclusive holiday.
     A hip vibe is the hallmark of this beachfront resort which allows adult only guests to invigorate and refresh in a vibrating atmosphere. Play and sun on the spectacular sandy beach, relax at the topless optional dry and wet Jacuzzi lounge bar with an awesome view of Mar de Cortez or socialize at our swim up bar in the topless optional pool. Gourmets will enjoy new all inclusive gastronomic experiences including three restaurants offering buffet or a wide variety of a la carte menu choices.
     All accommodations at the new Temptation Resort Spa Los Cabos are decorated with a tasteful, modern combination of red, white and chocolate brown tones, with dark wood furnishings, crystal drop lamps, large mirrors and a sensual, eclectic mix of textures. Book your trip with Funjet Vacations.

Temptation Spa & Resort Cancun
     Temptation Resort Spa welcomes singles and couples to a contemporary take on the all-inclusive holiday.
     A hip vibe is the hallmark, this beachfront adult resort where the over-21 atmosphere allows guests to invigorate and refresh in a vibrating atmosphere. Amenities include three swimming pools (topless optional) each with a different theme (action packed, quiet and sports), Jacuzzis, beach, six restaurants, five bars, fitness center, spa, salon, nightly entertainment, room service, 24-hour meal service and a daily activity program.
     Temptation Resort Spa will offer 384 Deluxe Rooms - all featuring an exquisite, stylish décor and private terraces or balconies boasting Spectacular Ocean or Garden views. Book your trip with Funjet Vacations.

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I Enjoy Staying At Sandals Resorts

2011-03-11T13:29:00.000-05:00

My introduction to Sandals Resorts was at Sandals Royal Bahamian in 2004.

The first thing I noticed was the friendly, smiling faces and being greeted by any of the staff members to include the landscaping staff. After staying at the resort for several days many of the staff knew our names. Of course the water activities were great and the food delicious, but it was the staff that really made me enjoy staying at Sandals Royal Bahamian.

What impressed me the most about the staff was their willingness to go beyond a simple request. We had a funny incident that was the result of a miscommunication. We had taken food back to our room, but failed to take utensils to eat with. We saw a housekeeping staff member in the hallway and asked about “flatware”. They were very ready to assist us. About 15 minutes had passed and we thought they had forgotten us, but then we heard a knock at the door. When we opened the door the staff member was there holding plastic wrap. They thought we had asked for “flat wrap” to wrap our plate of food and had gone to the kitchen and acquired some plastic wrap for us. When we realized what had happened we explained we wanted “flatware” or in simple terms a fork. We all chuckled over the miscommunication and we thanked them immensely for going all the way to the kitchen for us.

There wasn't a hesitation to assist us even with what they thought was a request for plastic wrap to cover our plate of food. It was that willingness to make a guest happy that made me truly enjoy my trip.

Since that time I have had the opportunity to stay at several other Sandals and Beaches Resorts. I have found that each time we stayed it was the staff who made our experience a terrific one. Vacations aren't always perfect and things do go wrong, but when you stay at a resort where the staff puts your happiness and enjoyment first it makes all the difference in the world.

Jeanna

Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-03-11T12:54:00.001-05:00

This week we're proud to introduce El Dorado Resorts

El Dorado Maroma, a Beachfront Resort

El Dorado Maroma, A Beachfront Resort by Karisma is located directly on spectacular Maroma Beach, one of the top beaches in the world. It's just 40 minutes south of Cancun Airport, 35 minutes south of downtown Cancun, 10 minutes north of Playa del Carmen and 15 minutes from the Playacar Golf Club. This is an upscale and intimate 72-room boutique luxury hotel nestled in the coast of the Yucatan peninsula, overlooking the crystalline turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean. El Dorado Maroma provides an unparalleled Mexican vacation experience for couples and families (kids 16 & over) looking for the perfect mix of personalized service, exquisite details, and unforgettable adventures.

El Dorado Casitas Royale

Casitas Royale, an Adults Only Resort, is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, facing the beautiful Mexican Caribbean. 25 minutes south of Cancun International Airport, 15 minutes north of Playa del Carmen, 20 minutes away from the "Playacar Golf Club" and numerous wonderful Cenotes, 5 minutes south from Puerto Morelos and 35 minutes south of downtown Cancun. A romantic secluded deluxe all inclusive SPA resort for adults only. Built on 450 acres of tropical jungle, over a mile of unspoiled Punta Brava Beach and spread among hundreds of palm trees.

El Dorado Royale - A Spa Resort

El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort, an Adults Only Resort, is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, facing the beautiful Mexican Caribbean. 25 minutes south of Cancun, 10 minutes south from Puerto Morelos and 35 minutes south of downtown Cancun. A romantic secluded all inclusive 639 room Spa Resort for adults only. Built on 450 acres of tropical jungle, over a mile of unspoiled Punta Brava Beach and spread among hundreds of palm trees.

El Dorado Seaside Suites

El Dorado Seaside Suites embodies barefoot elegance for the carefree and relaxed. Spread along a white sand beach, this all-junior suite, adults-only, all-inclusive resort blends luxurious services, amenities and creative cuisine with a cool boutique-hotel atmosphere, perfect for laid- back rest and relaxation.

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Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-03-01T14:02:00.002-05:00

This week we're proud to introduce Riu Hotels & Resorts

At RIU Hotels & RIU Resorts, tradition and style are blended, and awe inspiring architecture complements spectacular oceanfront scenery to create a luxury resort brand unlike any other. With an emphasis on guest satisfaction and a consistent level of high quality service, RIU Resorts ensure convenience, comfort and affordability. RIU Resorts blend state of the art amenities, elegant guestrooms and a warm ambiance with superb dining and entertainment, creating a world-class all inclusive experience. RIU features resorts in the following destinations: Cancun, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, Aruba, and Bahamas. Visit Rui Resorts with Funjet Vacations.

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Hotel Brand of the Week

2011-02-24T13:49:00.003-05:00

This week we're proud to introduce Excellence Resorts:

Excellence Punta Cana

Excellence Punta Cana is an elegant Colonial-styled resort with 446 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, all with their own private Jacuzzi, balcony, mini-bar, safety deposit box, and 24-hour room service. Excellence Punta Cana Resort is a romantic getaway for couples that want a different kind of vacation. Excellence Punta Cana Resort is located far from crowds in a forest of seven thousand palm trees on a remote stretch of Punta Cana’s Caribbean shoreline. Vacations are peaceful but never dull. Excellence Punta Cana offers moonlit horseback rides on the beach, live stage shows featuring Latin American dance and music, and a casino. Excellence Punta Cana provides the perfect playground with two giant pools including swim-up bars and poolside meals under palapas. The world-class spa and fitness center give guests an opportunity to keep up their workout schedules and pamper their bodies. Dine in seven different restaurants with cuisines from around the world, or enjoy a seaside candlelight dinner to put the romance in any relationship.

Excellence Playa Mujeres

At Excellence Playa Mujeres, all inclusive luxury surrounds you in a setting of lush Caribbean beauty. The newest luxury resort destination in the Cancun region, Playa Mujeres is situated on an untouched 20-mile peninsula, secluded and serene but conveniently only 25 minutes north of Cancun International Airport.

Excellence Playa Mujeres is an adults-only romantic resort nestled on two miles of powdery white sand beach, in a resort community that boasts an inland marina, world-class spa, and a spectacular Greg Norman signature golf course right on the Caribbean. This all inclusive jewel of Cancun offers spacious rooms and suites furnished in elegant contemporary decor and outfitted with the latest amenities. Here, everything is taken care of and nothing is left out. So you are free to create those moments you dream of… and memories you’ll have forever.

Excellence Riviera Cancun

Seekers of romantic seclusion and the excitement of world famous Cancun and the Riviera Maya will find both at the Excellence Riviera Cancun. Bordered by sugar-white beaches and the brilliant, crystal clear Caribbean Sea, this tropical oasis truly embraces beauty and splendor - yet is only minutes away from Cancun and the eclectic Playa del Carmen.

This luxurious adults only all-suite all-inclusive resort is designed to reflect the charm of the Mexican Caribbean. Guests luxuriate in spacious accommodations with each suite having at least one Jacuzzi, marble bathrooms and a wealth of first-rate amenities. 440 suites surrounded by six meandering pools (two of them heated in winter) stretch over a vast expanse of prime beachfront property.

Eight a la carte theme restaurants, a sumptuous buffet and ten bars ranging from elegant to swim-up, provide guests with a host of dining choices for the discerning traveler. The "Amazing Spa", offering outdoor and indoor treatments, a fitness center and five outdoor Jacuzzis, ensure guests are pampered and indulged during their stay. In addition, guests will enjoy enough entertainment, sightseeing, sports and recreational opportunities to fill every waking hour.

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Booking Your Flight

2011-02-17T14:00:00.000-05:00

There can be something wonderful about planning a vacation. So if you are planning to take a trip here are some tips to get you through the planning and booking phases.

Airfare

If there were ever any rules for booking airfare, they are now gone. Airfares change constantly, even by the minute. It can be very frustrating trying to get the best rate, but these tips can help you pay less.

1. Book early. The sooner you can decide the travel dates for your vacation the better.Don’t wait too long or you might find yourself having to make alternate plans. Book your travel as far in advance as possible. That way, there are many options in terms of flight availability and fares. If you think you will get great deals at the last minute, such as right before you want to travel, think again. Airlines tend to drastically increase rates within 14 days of departure.

FareCompare.com, an airline ticket comparison shopping website, recommends Tuesday afternoons after 3 pm Eastern Time as the best time to start shopping for fares. This is because airlines start competing for the lowest fares of the week on Tuesday mornings with the best window for purchasing from Tuesday afternoon to Thursday afternoon.

2. Avoid peak seasons if you can. Keep in mind the holidays are among the busiest travel days of the year With many airlines decreasing the number of flights, there are only a limited number of seats available.If you're heading to a popular destination, there is a good chance that others are doing the same. Plan ahead.

3. Be flexible. If you find fares are high for certain travel days then check fares for a day or two earlier or later. If you are able to be flexible on the days you actually travel, you could save yourself some money—money that you could use at your vacation destination.

4. Use fare tracker alerts. If you have a particular travel destination in mind, you can often set up various fare tracker alerts through travel websites if you are booking airfare yourself. Then book when the fare drops. Don’t forget to check your email or the website often though since fares can quickly jump back up.

5. Fly on less popular days, such as a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. These days typically offer lower fares.

6. Choose a less popular flight time, such as early in the morning, around dinnertime, or overnight. These flights may have more seats available and sometimes have cheaper fares.

7. Don’t forget about the extra costs associated with flying. These include baggage fees, costs for snacks or meals while flying, fees for particular seat assignments, and parking fees. Fees and extra costs can add up, so when you are looking for rates that will fit within your budget, keep this in mind. Since airlines often change or add new fees, you may want to double-check these fees with the airline before you fly so there are no unexpected surprises.

8. Book through a travel agent. Travel agents can help you find the cheapest airfare possible. This can save a lot on the hassle of booking a flight, especially during peak travel times, like holidays. In addition, booking all of your travel and lodgings through one location can simplify things.

9. Plan ahead in case of inclement weather, a travel delay, or emergency. It seems inevitable that some airports in the U.S. will have inclement weather affecting flights. Keep in mind that this could affect your own travel. That plane that was coming from New York to your destination for its next leg of travel might not make it to you if it is grounded. Check the status of a flight before arriving at the airport. Many airlines offer tools to check online for the status of your flight, as well as phone numbers to call beforehand.

Take all necessary phone numbers related with your booking with you in case you need to fix an issue related to a cancellation or delay. Keep these documents in your carry-on luggage just in case you need them. When an entire plane-load of passengers finds themselves without a way to get to their destination, then it can sometimes be faster to call your travel agent or the airline for help rather than stand in the inevitable long lines at the airport.

10. In addition to knowing what to do in case of a cancellation, opting for trip insurance can add some peace of mind. Some trip insurance plans offer a Cancel for Any Reason and Travel Protection Plan that includes reimbursement of travel expenses and limited coverage for medical expenses, lost or stolen baggage, trip interruption due to sickness or death of you or an immediate family member, trip delay and baggage delay.

Visit Jamaica With Couples Resorts' Loveaway Program, All it takes is $100 Deposit!

2011-02-16T10:40:00.002-05:00

Couples Resorts - All-Inclusive, Adult Couples-Only Luxury Resorts

Couples Resorts proudly owns and operates four luxury all-inclusive, adult couples-only resorts on the beautiful island of Jamaica. The properties include the first-ever couples-only, all-inclusive resort, Couples Tower Isle, along with Couples Sans Souci, Couples Swept Away, and Couples Negril. The company that was pioneered in 1978 by the legendary Abe Issa is led today by his son, Elias, who leads a family of dedicated and loyal employees in providing truly memorable vacation experiences for adult couples.

Couples Resorts' Newest Promotion:

Visit Jamaica: With Couples Resorts' Loveaway Program, All it takes is $100 Deposit!

Book By: December 25th, 2011
Travel Date Range: January 14th, 2011 - December 25th, 2011
No Risk! No Interest! No excuses not to plan your perfect getaway! Couples Resorts is incentivizing you to take that getaway with a fully refundable layaway plan called LoveAway.

WHY IT'S A DEAL:

Applies to all room categories and any Couples Resort
Interest- Free Deposit and Risk Free for only $100
Lock in room category and rate during any promo
Make small payments each month until 45 days prior to your travel date
Cancel up to 45 days prior and receive a full refund

Add-Ons: Best Deal Guarantee-Offers guest promo value-match guarantee

Couples Resorts Highlights:

4-Star Luxury Beachfront Resorts
All-Inclusive Activities, Meals & Beverages
World-Class Spas
Adult Couples-Only Properties
Fully Renovated Facilities
Abundant, Varied Gourmet Dining Venues
All-Day Activities & Excursions Program
Wedding & Honeymoon Packages

Booking Tips:This deal is available Weekdays, Weekends, Holidays
This deal applies to High Season.

Call our reservations department now at 1-888-898-3628 to reserve your vacation for just $100!

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Cancun Mexico's Newest All-inclusive Resort!

2011-01-27T09:20:00.000-05:00

Introducing Me Cancun

It may be a daring attempt to get more hotel business to Mexico in a competitive marketplace, or perhaps it’s just the way of the future for all hotels in the country. Whatever the reason, more and more established hotels in Mexico are turning all-inclusive.

Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts decided late last year to adopt the all-inclusive tag at its ME Cancun, which officially made the transition on January 1. The ME Cancun’s new business model is dubbed “Complete ME.” There will still be an EP aspect to the hotel, however. Tony Cortizas, Sol Melia’s vice president of marketing/Premium Portfolio, says the restaurants will remain open to locals and tourists who aren’t guests at the hotel at a cost. According to him, there was a “constant demand” for an all-inclusive plan at the hotel.

The 419-room ME Cancun will now allow its guests to choose from an array of packages as part of the “Complete ME” concept. The hotel’s basic offering will focus on traditional amenities such as unlimited food and beverage, complimentary pool access, YHI Spa’s fitness center, Wi-Fi and all in-room amenities, including iPod docking stations. Guest rooms on The Level, the hotel’s premium collection of accommodations, will have elevated privileges and amenities that will be part of The Level package. Here, for instance, guests will have access to private VIP check-in, exclusive use of the 10th floor’s Living Room lounge, exclusive concierge services and 24-hour in-room dining at no extra cost. Me Cancun is considered to be an adult-oriented resort.

Give us a call today at toll-free 1-888-898-3628 to book your Me Cancun getaway!!

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Girl's Getaway Package at Grand Velas Riviera Maya Mexico

2011-01-26T23:10:00.000-05:00

Combine the quiet luxury of tranquil white-sand beaches and fine dining with the excitement of shopping at exclusive galleries and boutiques. A night out on the town completes this incredible experience. Learn more.....

In addition to our Luxury All-Inclusive, this package Includes:

Private round-trip transportation from the Cancun Airport
One 3-hour Playa del Carmen Shopping Tour of 5th Avenue per stay
One Coco Bongo Night club cover per person per stay
$50.00 USD credit in Grand Velas Boutique
Luxury accomodation in a Master Suite, Ambassador Suite or Grand Class Suite with interior jacuzzi

Valid from January 3rd to April 30th, 2011
$488.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Master Suite
$583.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Ambassador Suite
$678.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Grand Class Suite

Valid from May 1st to December 19th, 2011
$435.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Master Suite
$523.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Ambassador Suite
$612.00 USD per person per night double occupancy Grand Class Suite

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New Boutique Design Hotel RUMOR Opens in Las Vegas!

2011-01-26T19:04:00.000-05:00

Rumor, the chic new boutique resort hotel by The Siegel Group, has opened for business in Las Vegas. Rumor, across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel where Paradise meets Harmon and formerly the St. Tropez Hotel, is an 18-and-over resort with 150 suites, a unique courtyard with pool, wet deck and lawn framed by palm trees and a restaurant, Addiction, with chef Vic Vegas.

Vegas DeLuxe posted an extensive interview with The Siegel Group CEO and founder Stephen Siegel in June, as well as photos of the progress of Rumor last month.

“I felt it was time to completely change the Las Vegas paradigm,” Siegel said in a press release. “Without question, we have designed an entirely new hotel experience for Las Vegas locals and visitors. Sexy yet unpretentious, glamorous and accessible, eclectic with a relaxing and inviting ambiance are what Rumor’s look and feel are all about.”

Rumor’s Fantastic Four Suites are scheduled to open later this summer. Rumor is part of The Siegel Group’s Boutique Chic Retreats collection that includes The Artisan, The Resort on Mount Charleston and Oasis at Gold Spike. Learn More.....

Also See:

Artisan Hotel - Rumor's Sister hotel in Las Vegas

Welcome to Vacations for Adults' New Blog

2011-01-26T18:02:00.000-05:00

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