CheapCaribbean.com Reveals "Best Beaches to Celebrate Winter Holidays"
Plano, TX (PRWEB) August 27, 2013 -- Ever dream of sand instead of snow for the winter holidays? CheapCaribbean.com, the Beach Vacation Experts, is revealing some of the best island getaways for celebrating the colder season. Whichever holiday you celebrate, CheapCaribbean.com is helping travelers identify where to go, and what to do, from Mofongo to Junkanoo, this holiday season, while offering 35% to 40% off typical holiday prices, including air fare!
Thanksgiving – Puerto Rico
Despite not being a part of the continental United States, Puerto Ricans have embraced Thanksgiving in a grand way. This Thanksgiving, experience sand between your toes, sunshine on your face, and a Thanksgiving feast that includes fried plantains for an appetizer, roasted and stuffed turkey (Mofongo) for the main course, and dulce de leche (custard) for desert. And, after you eat, try football on the beach and discount shopping in honor of Black Friday!
CheapCaribbean.com’s resort recommendation:
• Caribe Hilton San Juan (EP) – Save up to 40%
• Set on a private peninsula and located on 17 acres of lush, tropical gardens, waterfalls and tropical bird sanctuaries
• Two infinity pools, sea-side Jacuzzis and cascading waterfalls
• Travel from 11/24-12/1
• 3 nights/$459 - $153 per night from FLL
• Caribe Hilton San Juan
Caribbean Winter Break - Jamaica
The December holidays in Jamaica are very similar to the U.S. - sans the cold weather. Most public places are filled with vibrant banners, colorful holiday décor/crafts, and traditional food. While it does not snow in Jamaica, ornaments are still displayed in a grandeur manner throughout the island and concerts/parties leading up to the December holidays are a necessity. Travelers will definitely hear carols, both traditional and with a reggae twist, as well.
CheapCaribbean.com resort recommendation:
• Holiday Inn Sunspree Montego Bay – Save up to 35%
• Kids Stay & Eat Free
• Kidspree Vacation Club/ Children’s Nursery
• Offers kayaking, snorkeling, pedal boating, tennis, miniature golf course, on-site casino and state-of-the art game room with pool tables, volleyball and basketball courts
• Travel from 12/23-1/1
• 4 nights/$1139 - $284 per night from FLL
• Holiday Inn Sunspree Montego Bay
Mexican Winter Break – Rivera Maya
Because most of Mexico is strongly Catholic, Christmas is the biggest holiday. Gift giving and family celebrations are how most spend the big day so why not give the gift of a beach vacation? Riviera Maya is lavishly decorated to represent the holiday season so take in the great view on a warm, sunny beach while sounds of holiday cheer surround you. Talk about the gift that keeps on giving!
CheapCaribbean.com resort recommendation:
• Grand Bahia Principe Coba – Save up to 35%
• 1-mile of some of the best white sand beaches in the Caribbean
• Grand Principe Coba Dolphinarium allows guests to swim with dolphins
• Two lake-style pools in the midst of tropical gardens and one kid’s pool
• Travel from 12/23-1/1
• 5 nights/$1379 - $275 per night from FLL
• Grand Bahia Principe Coba
Junkanoo! – The Bahamas
Talk about a jolly holiday, prepare to party at Junkanoo in the Bahamas! Starting December 26, a parade of dance troupes – including some on stilts - hit the streets to celebrate their history. Hypnotic rhythms, goatskin drums, cowbells and whistles fill the air, as dazzling costumes, colorful masks, colored crepe paper and cardboard decorate paint the sky. This celebration of freedom and Bahamian pride is a great way to celebrate the winter break.
CheapCaribbean.com’s resort recommendation:
• Viva Wyndham Fortuna All-Inclusive Beach Resort Bahamas – Save up to 35%
• Sign up for trapeze lessons or join a juggling workshop
• Only entirely all inclusive resort on the island
• Viva Wyndham Kids Retreat
• Travel from 12/23-1/1
• 4 nights/$779 per person $194 per night from FLL
• Viva Wyndham Fortuna All-Inclusive Beach Resort Bahamas
New Year – Dominican Republic
Music, dancing, excitement? The Dominican Republic has it all – especially when it comes to ringing in the New Year. Expect lots of revelers enjoying good food, spirits and fun. In addition, several traditions are observed for the New Year. Locals wear colorful clothing based on their wishes for the coming year. Wearing green means that your main priority is to improve your financial situation while red clothes means wish for a bright future. Sport some yellow garb to represent your wish for an improvement at your work or slip on a little white to symbolize your wish for good health.
CheapCaribbean.com’s resort recommendation:
• Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa – Save up to 35%
• Supervised Explorer's Club for kids, so everyone enjoys their own time in their own way
• 19 delectable restaurants/bars
• Full-Service Spa
• Travel from 12/23-1/1
• 4 nights/$979 - $244 per night from FLL
• Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa
About CheapCaribbean.com
CheapCaribbean.com is the largest online travel partner dedicated to luxury beach vacations for less in the Caribbean and Mexico with sales projected to exceed $500 million in 2013, and plans to continue the exponential growth. As an e-commerce, marketing, technology and service driven organization, CheapCaribbean.com offers the convenience of online booking in combination with our two U.S.-based customer service centers. Committed to bringing people the best deals in beach travel to over 600 resorts and 66 destinations, CheapCaribbean.com’s newly redesigned website allows customers to browse authentic customer ratings and reviews, vacation articles and “off-the-beaten-path” content, illustrating that CheapCaribbean.com is an innovative leader in the travel industry.
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