Want to get out of the COLD? I have a great dive special for Utila, Honduras for you!

Book now and travel any week during January 29 - February 12th and you can stay and dive with Utila Lodge for only $888 per person!  This is a $400 savings per couple!  See below for details.

Utila Lodge is a quaint little property with that ‘Caribbean’ feel that immediately infuses relaxation into you (and gets you away from the sleet and snow you are currently piled under!).  It is a charming, family-owned resort that will make you feel like you have always belonged right there.  Utila is one of the few places where whale sharks can be found on a regular basis so this trip will definitely be something to write home about!  Airline tickets can be found to Roatan and from there take a puddle jumper (small plane) onto Utila itself.

This package includes 7 nights at Utila Lodge in an Ocean View room, 3 meals a day, 6 days of 3-tank boat dives (including 2 night dives), a bottle of wine, high speed wireless internet access, a whale shark presentation, roundtrip airport transfers to/from Utila Lodge, a welcome cocktail (sounds good right now, doesn’t it?), and use of the kayaks!

Prices are subject to change.

Sandals Resorts is offering an End-Of-Year SALE you don’t want to miss!

It’s true, book your Sandals vacation by the end of 2010 and you can get up to 65% off the price PLUS 2 free nights PLUS up to $250 in spa credit!  So if you have a little bit of cash-flow from the holidays (didn’t your extended family give you and your significant other some money?) you can pool it all together and put your deposit down today on a memory of a lifetime!  That’s all you need to put down today - $400 deposit down today and your trip is on hold at this great price!

If you have never been to a Sandals Resort, let me tell you from first hand experience that it’s not what it was 15 years ago!  If you are thinking it’s cheesy and impersonal you are so wrong!  Sandals has fine tuned customer service and the whole ambiance of “All-Inclusive”. All of the Sandals Resorts are COUPLES ONLY and you can just imagine the difference in the atmosphere just from this one policy. They also have multiple restaurants available for you, and no, they are not all buffet style!  Sandals has an amazing entertainment staff that offers you a wide range of activities that you can chose to participate in or not, but let me tell you that you will want to do some of the activities because they are truly that much fun!

Okay, so I’ve told you that Sandals Resorts are Couples Only, All-Inclusive, have great entertainment and activities, but what else?  Well, they have top notch service that includes the option of having your own personal butler!  YEs, your very own butler so when you are sitting by the pool or on the beach and you suddenly realize your forgot your book in your room, you just send your butler to go get it for you!  Need a reservation at the restaurant?  Your butler gives you the ability to have  first dibs  on the best tables and ensures you will get in!

Alright, all of that is still not enough, let me tell you that DIVING IS INCLUDED in your stay. Yes, two dives per day are included in your package - which is now 65% off!. But, it gets even better….all of your gear is also included in your stay so you don’t have to pay to check that extra bag at the airport!  For the new, recreational divers or the veteran divers Sandals is the place to go!

There are Sandals Resorts in the Bahamas, Jamaica, St. Lucia (my favorite one!), and Antigua.  Where do  you want to go?

The most Romantic Spot in the Caribbean is Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet

Hands down, the most romantic spot in the Caribbean is Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet in St. Lucia.  These two sister-resorts were designed by the famous architect Nick Troubetzkoy himself and are guaranteed to take infuse romance into your trip and make them more memorable that you can even dream possible.  Built right into the side of the mountain with spectacular views of the majestic Pitons, these resorts have an entire wall open to views that will take your breath away again and again. 

Each suite is completely unique unto itself and has it’s own sitting area, large four poster bed, and infinity pool.  There are no TV’s, clocks or schedules for you to follow while you are here enjoying your partner’s company. (although there is internet connection available) Each room is a completely private sanctuary that you may never want to leave once you see all that encompasses your very spacious suite. 

Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet are situated on part of St. Lucia’s protected marine reserve with a full service PADI 5 Star dive shop at the base of the resort -  this is just too good to pass up!  The reef begins just 10 yards off the shore so you can jump in anytime you want or you can reserve your spot on the dive boat with their helpful and friendly staff.  Diving is fantastic and easy for all range of diving skill levels.

Ask me about St. Lucia today – it is one of my favorite Caribbean locations and I would love to tell you all about it!  It’s easy to get flights to from almost everywhere and there is something to do for everyone (diving, romance, shopping, hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and much more…).  But if ROMANCE is one of your goals, Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet are where you want to go!

End of Year sale at Beaches Resorts!

Now is the time to treat yourself and your family to a great getaway to Beaches Resorts.  Beaches Resorts are now 65 % off PLUS you can get one night free when you book 7 nights! Beaches are fantastic all-inclusive resorts that offer a wide range of activities and amenities that are included in your stay – no extra cost!  For example, Scuba Diving is including in your stay!!  You also get non-motorized water sports, entertainment, daily activities, great food, children’s centers for each age group – even teens, and much much more!  Some of the Beaches Resorts are even throwing in FREE Spa Credit – see below. (This offer expires 12/23/10)

Beaches Turks & Caicos             

*A $100 Spa Credit included!

Beaches Negril

*A $150 Spa Credit included!

Beaches Boscobel

Beaches Sandy Bay

Christy@caribbeanjourney.com & christy@barediver.com

Hedonism’s Goddess Week is coming…book your trip today!

Hedonism’s Goddess Week is coming up!  It will be March 5-12th, 2011!  This is a week you don’t want to miss!!  It’s a week all about the ladies and everyone knows that when the ladies are happy, EVERYONE IS HAPPY!  Hedonism is known for it’s great party atmosphere and good food but when you add a great annual theme with amazingly energetic people - everything gets even better! 

There will be TONS of great events to participate in or watch – it will be fun either way!  Here are a few teasers for you to consider:

The Ultimate HUNK contest (yummy)
Slippery when WET contest (not what you’re thinking though)
Beach Party, Pajama Party, and Toga Party!
Dirty Minds Trivia (yes, you will probably win this…)
For the complete schedule of events please contact BareDiver.

Want a beach front room with your own private Jacuzzi?  I suggest you book it now before they sell out.  Book your Jacuzzi room today and you’ll get a complimentary 30 minute massage AND a Love Voodoo Gift Pack worth $20!

Oh, did I mention that SCUBA DIVING IS INCLUDED in your all-inclusive package? Life truly doesn’t get any better than this.

Book with BareDiver today before the rooms sell out! christy@barediver.com.

Book a trip to St. Lucia and win FREE stuff!

The next person to book their trip to St. Lucia with me wins a St. Lucia t-shirt, a St. Lucia pen, a St. Lucia bag and $25 off their trip!  Hurry, this is a one time offer!
Below are some of my favorite resorts in St. Lucia!  Ask me for  more details!
Jade Mountain

Amazing open spaces in the rooms and views to die for! Quality, Luxury, and Romance at it’s best!

The Body Holiday

        Spa treatments, fitness programs,  classes for your body and mind.

Sandals Grand

 

Something for every couple. Great beach, private rooms with pools and Jacuzzis, friendly staff and good food.  It’s truly Grand.

Cap Maison

Beautiful architecture, fine dining, amazing wines and extraordinary hospitality.  Private villas with full kitchens, private pools, and butler staff.

Anse Chastanet

Built into the side of a mountain – open to the beauty of the island but completely private.  Can you say, “Romance”?

Let me share more of my favorite locations with you! 

christy@barediver.com

Coconut Bay Resort in St. Lucia is 55% off!

Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa in St. Lucia is having a sale that you don’t want to miss!! The hotel was hit by Hurricane Thomas last month and they have remodeled, revamped, and improved the resort so it’s like NEW! I know, I just saw them in progress.  The new and improved Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa will open this week and to get you there so you can see the great new amenities they are offering you 55% off if you book by the end of January and 45% off if you book by the end of April!  This is the opportunity of a lifetime – you don’t want to wait!

Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa is located on the south coast of the beautiful island of St. Lucia. It is unique in the fact that it’s really two resorts all in one – there is an adult only side and a family friendly side.  The two sides meet up where the water park and some of the restaurants are because they know that the adults want to play at the water park too.  The entire resort is located right on the ocean and has superb amenities such as a Kidz Klub, water park, All-Inclusive resort, kite and wind surfing heaven, disco, entertainment and activities, and much more!

Could it get better? Yes, I can also find you great flights from anywhere in the world!  For example, American Airlines is now offering fares from $238 from the east coast of the USA!  (price does not include taxes)

Contact me today and let me send you to the beautiful island of St. Lucia!  It is truly one of the most amazing places you will ever go.

Specials for Divers in Belize

Below are a few of the great specials I picked up at the DEMA convention for you!  Let me know which one you want!  Some restrictions may apply – ask me for the details!  Flights from all over the globe fly into Belize city and we’ll take you from there!
Sunbreeze Suites in Ambergris Cay, Belize
Offer includes:  7 nights/8 days in an Ocean View Suite, room tax and service charge, 4 days of 2-tank boat dives, 1-tank night dive, roundtrip transfers from Belize international airport.
Cost: $992 pp/double occupancy 12/1910-4/30/11 or $887 pp/double occupancy 5/1/11-12/18/11 (non-divers are $750/$650 respectively)

The Inn at Robert’s Grove in Placencia, Belize
Offer includes:  5 nights/6 days in a 1st floor standard room, welcome cocktail, all your meals, dive gear, use of non-motorized sports facilities and equipment (such as canoes, tennis courts, gym, Jacuzzi hobiekats), all taxes and service charges, land transfers between Placencia airstrip and Robert’s Grove.
Cost:  $1,317 pp/double occupancy; offer valid now through May 2011.

Coco Beach Resort in Ambergris Cay, Belize
Offer includes:  7 nights accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, roundtrip flights from Belize ?City, airport transfers, free Wi-Fi, use of kayaks, all taxes and service charges.
Cost:  $1,374 pp/double occupancy; offer valid now through December 2011 with blackout dates of 11/22-11/28.

Belizean Shores Resort
Offer includes:  7 nights accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, roundtrip flights from Belize City, airport transfers, free Wi-Fi, use of kayaks, all taxes and service charge.
Cost:  $1,036 pp/double occupancy now through January 2012

Mayan Princess San Pedro in Ambergris Cay, Belize
Offer includes: 7 nights accommodations in an ocean view studio that has a  private balcony and fully equipped kitchenette, continental breakfast, roundtrip transfers from Belize international airport to hotel, all taxes and service fees, 5 days of 3-tank dives.
Cost:  $989 pp/double occupancy now thru April 30, 2011, $829 May 1 – December 15, 2011.

Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort in Hopkins Village, Belize
Offer includes:  7 nights beachfront accommodations, roundtrip air and land transfers to hotel, all taxes and service fees, continental breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, welcome drink, bikes, kayaks, 10 dives, and your choice of 5 adventures (Barrier Reef Diving, Magical Mayan History Tour, Tropical Birding, Jungle River Kayaking & Canoeing, Cave & Jungle Adventure, Mayflower Jungle & Waterfall Hike, Jaguar Preserve, Barrier Reef Snorkeling.  AND, if you book before January 15th you can add on one more FREE adventure!
Cost:  starting at $1983 pp/double occupancy in high season and $1731 per person/double occupancy in low season

The Inn at Robert’s Grove in Placencia, Belize
Offer includes:  4 nights/5 days accommodations, all meals, land transfers between Placencia Airstrip and hotel, welcome drink, 2 days of 2-tank Whale Shark Diving, 1 day 2-tank boat diving in the reef, all dive gear, tennis courts, canoes, kayaks, windsurfing, hobiekats, gym, Jacuzzi, bicycles, and all taxes and service fees.
Cost:  $1,305 pp April 14-27 and May 14-27 or $1,222 pp June 12-26. (these are the weeks the whales migrate)

St. Lucia here I come!

I am headed off to St. Lucia tomorrow to tour the island!  I am very excited!

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Vacation at any Palace Resort and get $1,500 in resort credit!

If you book your vacation before December 31, 2010  at any of the Palace Resorts (see options below) you  can receive up to $1,500 in resort credit as well as up to $700 refund for your airfare!  The resort credit can be used for day excursions like Zip Line, Tours of Ruins, Dolphin Swims, Scuba Diving, Sunset Cruise, and so much more!  It can also be used to upgrade your wine at meals, for lobster dinner, or if you stay at the new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Punta Cana it can also be used in the casino or towards the night clubs!  The options are impressive.
In addition to the $1,500 resort credit, you can earn up to $700 cash back if you stay longer than 7 nights.  Who doesn’t want to take a longer vacation?!  Here is your excuse – if you stay that one more night you get $700 back!  Can’t beat that!
There are many hotels in the Palace Resort chain that are offering this promotion.  Contact me today for more information on any of these great locations!
Cancun Palace has something for everyone.  (Cancun)

Beach Palace Wyndham Grand Resort  (Cancun) is trendy, Chic, and Unique.

Sun Palace is a fantastic Couples Only escape in Cancun.

Moon Palace Golf and Spa Resort. Golf and spa says it all… (Riviera Maya)

Adventura Spa Palace is an Adult Only relaxing getaway. (Riviera Maya)

Adventura Cove Palace is great for families. (Riviera Maya)

Xpu-Ha Palace is great for nature lovers and accepts pets.(Riviera Maya)

Playacar Palace Wyndham Grand Resort is very charming.  (Playa del Carmen)

Cozumel Palace is an intimate Caribbean gem with great diving nearby.   (Cozumel)

Vallarta Palace  is on the beautiful Pacific coast. (Riviera Nayarit)

Isla Mujeres Palace Wyndham Grand Resort is a Couples Only resort on a secluded island – it’s like a dream!

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino brand new and opening this month – Vegas on the Beach! (Dominican Republic)

I was at the  Cozumel Palace last month and will be headed to Hard Rock Hotel and Casino next month.  I love these resorts! They off you luxury and style but still remain personable and romantic.  The staff are fantastic and the food is great.  I highly recommend you try Palace Resorts – especially now with this great offer of FREE MONEY! 

Because all of the Palace Resorts are near large airports, it is easy to get airline tickets and ground transportation to these locations – no car needed (unless you really want one).  I can work out all your travel details for you so you don’t have to!  Contact our office at christy@barediver.com or christy@caribbeanjourney.com.