Posts Tagged ‘deal’

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Deal of the Week: Save 33% (and the earth) at Rosalie Bay Resort, Dominica

Photo credit: Rosalie Bay Resort, Dominica

Lots of properties throughout the Caribbean (and elsewhere) pay lip service to the whole eco-hotel thing, arguing in some cases that the mere presence of a recycling bin, or a conspicuous sign encouraging guests to re-use towels should qualify them as crusaders for environmental sustainability. Far be it from me to poo-poo any effort, no matter how small, to preserve the planet, but for places like Rosalie Bay Resort in Dominica, these half-measures must seem like a joke.
I mean, if you’re going to be serious, really serious about saving the earth, why not install the region’s largest wind turbine at your property, pair it with a bunch of solar panels and generate a good 70% of your own electricity?

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Jan. 19th, 2012 | Tags: , , | 1 Comment »
Steve
Steve

Deal of the Week: 10 Days of BVI Sailing for the Price of 7

bettyx1138 via flickr

I’ve never been jealous of my brother Patrick for any reason. Sure he’s younger, taller and a bit fitter than I am. He’s also an incredible artist (something I can’t believe we haven’t touched on here as yet), and a superior photographer, as you’ve no doubt noticed in his Wednesday Wallpaper series and photo posts like this, this and this.
Still, I’m not one for needlessly competitive sibling rivalries. I’m truly just happy for him and proud of all his talents and accomplishments.
Nope, I’ve never been jealous of Patrick… Never, that is, until he went on his amazing sailing adventure through the Grenadines.

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Aug. 23rd, 2011 | Tags: , | No Comments »
Steve
Steve

Deal of the Week: Iggies Beach Bar Turns 21, But You Get All the Gifts!

BSquared, TN via Flickr

It’s not every day that you’ll find us hyping a beach bar that’s on-property at an all-inclusive resort, much less one in all-too-common St. Thomas. But then again, Iggies is no ordinary beach bar, and the Bolongo Beach Resort where it’s located, is no ordinary all-inclusive resort.
Originally opened in 1974 as a small (36 rooms), family-owned/operated property high on friendly, attentive service and unbeatable value, Bolongo is one of the special few older Caribbean resorts that has grown and improved with the times while still remaining true to its roots. Legendary V.I. hoteliers Joyce and Dick Doumeng got the place off the ground, developing one of the region’s most successful independent hotels over Bolongo’s first 20+ years in business.

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Apr. 21st, 2011 | Tags: , , | 1 Comment »
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Steve

Deal of the Week: Save $800+ When You Book Curacao Now!

Jules 1651 via flickr

March is here. The steady spate of blizzards that buried much of the U.S. to start the year have subsided a bit. Maybe you’ve even heard a whisper or two around the water cooler about this thing called spring – a magical time with sunny skies, warm weather and outdoor fun. You’ve made it this far, right? Why escape to the Caribbean now?
Reason #1: see photo above.
Reason #2: the incredible deal available right now to the place in the picture.
The place, of course, is Curacao. The deal is called Curacao Now!
As its name implies, the Curacao Now!

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Mar. 3rd, 2011 | Tags: | 1 Comment »
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Steve

Deal of the Week: Live the Dream at Highclere House, Great Exuma

Highclere House

Just imagine… A cool breeze gently wakes you, the sun already high in the sky. You stretch, ease your way onto your veranda, and as the morning comes into focus you see this! Pure paradise. Sun-kissed, crisp and utterly intoxicating.
Now imagine that it’s all yours. That’s right, you live here!
Well, you could live here now that my friends, Don and Gail Amesbury, are selling Highclere House, their marvelous oceanfront hideaway in Great Exuma.
I first met Don and Gail when I moved into the house right next to one they formerly owned here in Fort Lauderdale. As we share a love of travel, hanging out and enjoying the odd cocktail or two (not necessarily in that order), we soon became fast friends.

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Feb. 24th, 2011 | Tags: , | 2 Comments »
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Steve

Deal of the Week: Fly Free to Tamarind Beach, Canouan

Courtesy Tamarind Beach Hotel & Yacht Club

Most people prefer the aisle, some might even like the middle (though I can’t imagine why), but for me, nothing beats the window seat when traveling by air, especially to the Caribbean. The minute I catch a glimpse of a view like this, I get all giddy, like a kid at Christmas anxious to get at the treasures hidden below.
What could make this gorgeous site even better? How about getting to enjoy it for free!
This is Canouan, an absolutely idyllic slice of paradise included in St. Vincent‘s portion of the Grenadines (Grenada has its share as well). One of the truly special little properties here, Tamarind Beach Hotel, is rewarding guests arriving in Canouan via SVG Air from either St.

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Feb. 9th, 2011 | Tags: , , | No Comments »
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Steve

Deal of the Week: Own a Piece of Paradise at Bacolet Bay, Grenada

Courtesy AB Property Marketing Ltd

We usually reserve this space to tout great and unusual deals on Caribbean vacations, but with the snow pouring down again today across North America, I’m guessing that more than a few of you will be interested in a more permanent solution to beating the winter chill…
Enter Bacolet Bay, an exclusive resort and spa covering 41 tropical acres on Grenada‘s verdant southern shore. Residences here are an inviting mix of detached cottages and bespoke villas, each offering the type of luxury island living that most of us only dream about. Private pools, luxury vanity bathrooms, large walk in wardrobes, high tech audio visual systems and ‘yacht-style’ kitchens are just some of the pleasures with each unit.

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Jan. 26th, 2011 | Tags: , | 1 Comment »