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Save With Sizzling Summer Caribbean Deals

Locations in this article:  Nassau, Bahamas

chocherReady for that summer vacation? We’ve rounded up some of the best Caribbean deals that you can take advantage of right now. You’ll be able to enjoy perks such as air-inclusive packages, air and boat transfers, and resort credits. Read more to see how you can save on five-star resorts, quality time on the beach with the whole family, or get discounts while traveling around the island of Nassau.

Get More for Less in  Saint Barthélemy

If you want to brush up on your French while lounging in the Caribbean, consider staying at The Hotel Christopher in Saint Barthélemy. The five-star resort is located on an island that is part of the French collective, and has rooms right on the beach, a luxury spa, incredible views, and plenty of activities. Right now, you can take advantage of a luxury package that lets you enjoy “more for less.” With the package, you’ll receive round-trip airport or harbor transfer, a car rental during your stay, a couple’s spa treatment, and perks like a buffet breakfast and a welcome drink on arrival. You can also take advantage of activities such as yoga and pilates classes, and water sports such as stand-up paddle boarding, fishing, and jet skiing. Rates start at $485 a night for a five-night minimum stay, and the offer is valid from May 1 to July 31. For more information or to book, click here.

Enjoy Savings in the Bahamas

The Grand Lucayan in the Bahamas has a great summer deal. Make a booking for June 15 through September 1, and receive up to $250 resort credit to use for your stay. It can’t be applied to your room rate, but you can use it at any of the resort businesses (like the spa) or for tennis lessons. The deal must be booked by August 15. Book a three night or longer resort and air package through the official website by May 20 and you’ll get an additional $250 instant air credit taken off your ticket. Kids 12 and under stay free and get a free meal for every adult meal purchased. If you make a big vacation out of it, then you’re essentially given $500 to stay there. Room rates start at $125 a night. For more information or to book, click here.

arubaTake the Whole Family to Aruba

The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa is offering rooms up to 35 percent off if you book by May 31. Through the month of June, rates start at $232 a night and move up to $249 a night through July and August. If you stay four to five nights, six to seven nights, or eight or more, you get $50, $100, or $150 in resort credit, respectively. The resort also appeals to families with the Discover Your Family Time discover program, running from June 1 through September 15. Sign up for the Kids Club Room, which has activities like face painting, scavenger hunts, and video games for kids ages 4 through 12. On Thursday evenings, you can sign your child up for a pizza and movie night while you have a romantic dinner. There are babysitting services, kids 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with two paying adults, kids 5 and under eat free off the children’s menu for every adult meal, and from May 1 to September 30,  kids 12 and under get free breakfast for every adult meal. For more information about deals or to book, click here.

See the Island of Nassau

The island of Nassau in the Bahamas is offering $250 in instant savings if you book an air inclusive package of four nights or longer at any one of the participating resorts on the island. Book by May 20 for any dates between now and December 23; blackout dates are November 23-28. Be sure to book through a participating hotel. The island has a slew of activities to choose from, including beaches, casinos, shopping, golf, and more.

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Dare to Explore Curaçao

Curaçao in the Caribbean is another island offering a wide variety of deals that you can take advantage of to enjoy the lure of its sand beaches and mountains. With the “Dare to Explore” deals, you can travel and get a variety of savings. There are two great deals you can take advantage of right now: a stay at the Papagayo hotel or at the Hilton. If you book the Papagayo hotel for five nights or more through Expedia, you will get the fifth night free. Or, you can use the website CheapCaribbean.com to book an air-inclusive package at the Hilton from April 27  to November 23. If you book the package for a minimum of four nights, it will give you a savings of up to 20 percent off and a $100 air credit, which is included in the price. Guests will also receive a free room upgrade if one is available at the time of check in. Rates for the Papagayo start at an average of $200 a night, and the Hilton rates start at $1419 for an air-inclusive four-night stay. For more information or to book, click here.

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By Cody Brooks for PeterGreenberg.com