CARIBBEAN & BAHAMAS HOT DEALS

Please note that all prices and availability are subject to change without notice due to supplier control.

The hot deals below are provided as a courtesy from Family-Friendly Vacations.  Please book your packages, cruises or hotel stays through us at 480-664-8918 (Toll-free 800-664-8918) or info@family-friendlyvacations.com.  We do not charge a service fee and will do our best to find you the best deal.

Aruba

Aruba, One Cool Family Vacation (posted 5/23/07)

Special Offers for Families with Kids 12 years & under

Family Travel (Jun 1 – Sep 30) Aruba's safe, friendly environment and proven great weather have made the island a natural choice for family vacations.  The FREE “One Cool Family Vacation” (OCFV) promotion offers Bed & Breakfast free from the ‘kids' menu in the hotel restaurant along with daily free kids activities and a complimentary family gift at participating resorts. Some restrictions apply.  Ask for the One Cool Family Vacation package when reserving at your resort. RESORT SPECIAL OFFERS : - Kids (12 years and under) get free accommodations when sharing the same room with one or two full paying adults. - Kids (12 years and under)get free breakfast daily at the designated hotel restaurant, using children's menu. - Complimentary Children's activities (can vary and are upon availability). - Family Gift (varies by hotel), presented upon check-in.

PARTICIPATING RESORTS: Amsterdam Manor Aruba Marriott Resort Aruba Phoenix Aruba Renaissance Aruba Resort (formerly Wyndham) Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba Divi & Dutch Village Holiday Inn La Cabana The Mill Resort MVC Beach Club Radisson Aruba Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Tierra del Sol

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino offers Family Funtastic Package (posted 5/29/07)

At the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino , every family vacation is more than a collection of memories to be made. It's also a chance to discover new adventures. The Renaissance Ocean Suites is the perfect place for any family to do just that. Here, families encounter a sun-soaked world of fun with activities and space for everyone in the whole family. With two pools and a lagoon, the meandering oasis of blue waters at the Ocean Suites is the perfect place for kids and adults to spend a few hours, or a few days. Or explore Renaissance Island - a 40-acre paradise exclusively for guests - that offers Aruba's only private beaches, with areas for families and adults.

The "Family Funtastic" Package combines days of bright sunshine and fantastic fun with nights full of new tastes and personal touches. Reserve five nights at the Renaissance Ocean Suites, and your fifth night is free. Every package includes admission to our "Taste of the Tropics" Barbecue Night, a $125 value, which includes:

• A delicious island barbecue for everyone, and two alcoholic beverages for the adults

• Our Rangers will lead the children in searching for the legendary Patamingo

• Once found, the bird will tell stories as we cook hot dogs and marshmallows on the fire

• Milk & Patamingo-shaped cookie turndown service

• Held every Monday night at Captain's Corner Restaurant from 6:30-9:30pm

Aruba - Spa for Generations - 7 Night Stay in Aruba (posted 4/26/07)

"Keeping up with the Joneses" takes on a new meaning at Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino. You are invited to join this distinctive family affair where all generations are given the royal treatment. The Spa for Generations package includes a seven-night stay and features five Larimar Spa treatments per person for three guests that are part of the same family.

Terms and Conditions

• Rate may not be booked for more than 7 nights.

• 7 night minimum stay required.

• 7 night package

• 5 Spa treatments per person throughout the stay

• Welcome Martini at Mira Solo

• This promotion may not be combined with any other special offer

• Rates are subject to availability and packages may be discontinued at any time

• Based on Triple Occupancy and subject to 20% tax and service charges

• Gratuities are not included in rates

• Unused package elements are non-refundable & non-transferable. No credits issued for unused portions of the package

• Generations package requires proof of genealogy

• 4th adult in room $55 (not including spa treatments or any package element)

• All spa guests must be 18 years or older to schedule a treatment. Younger guests will need to have a parent present for their treatments.

• Normal spa cancellation and no-show policies apply.

• Additional nights available at prevailing nightly rate (does not include spa treatments or any package element).

Bahamas

Pick Nassau/Paradise Island and They'll Pick Up Your Passport (posted 5/23/07)

Get a FREE Passport in about 2 weeks when you book your summer vacation to Nassau Paradise Island*

Here's the easiest and fastest way to get a FREE Passport in about TWO weeks: 

1)  Book your vacation in Nassau/Paradise Island by June 15 for travel between June 15 and September 30, 2007. 

2)  Go to NassauParadiseIsland.com to apply for passports using the U.S. Government's expeding sevice.  It's that easy.  So, hurry.  Passports and expediting them are on them. 

*Rebate covers Passport application and execution fees plus US Government expediting fees of $157 for adults and $142 for children.  Maximum of two passport rebates per room.  Valid for minimum 2-night stay at participating hotels only.  Valid April 30 through June 15, 2007.  Offer applies to new Passport applications only and is not valid with any other promotion.

Kids 12 & Under Stay FREE in the Bahamas with Apple Vacations (posted 4/07)

Nassau/Paradise Island

Atlantis, Paradise Island - 6 Golden Apple - Kids 11 & under

The Cove, Atlantis - 6 Apple - Kids 11 & under

British Colonial Hilton Nassau - 5 Apple - Kids 17 & under; must pay housekeeping gratuity

Comfort Suites Paradise Island - 4 Apple - Kids 15 & under; kids 12-15 must pay housekeeping gratuity

Radisson Cable Beach Resort - 5 Apple - Kids 17 & under; kids 12-17 must pay resort fee; EP Plan

Wyndham Nassau Resort - 5 Apple - Kids 17 & under; kids 12-17 must pay resort fee

Nassau Beach Hotel - 3 Apple - Kids 17 & under; kids 12-17 must pay resort fee; EP Plan

Discover New Adventures in Grand Bahama Island at Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach 

All-Inclusive from $99 per person per night.  Kids 12 years old & under eat, play and stay FREE.

Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach All-Inclusive Resort is located on the south coast of Grand Bahama Island on prime Beachfront property with 1,200 feet of white sandy beaches at your fingertips. Often referred to as vacation paradise, Grand Bahamas Island offers anything from snorkeling, diving, fishing, nature exploration, to sunset cruising and exciting nightlife.

All-Inclusive Features:

Resort Accommodation
Full Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & snack
Welcome Cocktail drink
Unlimited non-motorized sports

Taxes & tips, daily activities program
Viva Diving Center (extra charge)
Theme parties discotheque
Live nightly Entertainment
International Entertainment Staff
Dance Classes & Gymnasium
Introductory Dive Lessons

Rates are per person, per night based on double occupancy.

Cayman Islands

Cayman Summer Splash for Families (posted 4/26/07)

 The Cayman Summer Splash program is under way and runs through from June 1, 2007 to September 3, 2007. It offers families discounts and benefits that include:

• One free night with a five-night minimum stay at participating hotels and condominiums.
• Half-off Cayman Airways fares for kids* flying with an adult.
• Half-off all diving or certification for kids* accompanied by an adult when families pre-purchase a dive package.
• Cayman Islands Sea School with Sir Turtle, a free program designed to give children between the ages of 5 and 11 the opportunity to have fun while learning.
• $100 Gift Cheque for clients who use their American Express card to buy a Summer Splash package.
• Plus, the Cayman VIP Card offers discounts on things such as attractions, car rentals and meals at restaurants; and free underwater photo classes for kids* with full paying adult.
  

* Kids are defined as children 11 years and under.

This summer, book a Cayman Summer Splash vacation package to take advantage of some truly impressive savings. Summer Splash extends throughout the summer, from June 1 to September 3, 2007, and not only offers great deals, but also enriching, one-of-a-kind experiences in the Cayman Islands.

Save all summer on Cayman's world-class accommodations. Get one night free when you book a minimum 5-night package. And, if you use your American Express card, you'll receive a $100 American Express Gift Cheque at hotel check-in.

Summer Splash, like Cayman, is perfect for families. This summer, kids fly 50% off on Cayman Airways when accompanied by an adult. Kids stay free, eat free, and enjoy 50% off diving, watersports and activities. But in the Cayman Islands, family means a whole lot more. Adults also get great discounts on attractions, restaurants, diving, watersports, activities and car rental.

Valid with participating partners only when sold in conjunction with a fully prepaid tour. Restaurant offers may vary. Taxes and gratuities not included. Fares apply to economy class roundtrip travel originating in the U.S. to Grand Cayman, Little Cayman or Cayman Brac and is not valid for stop overs. One child 2-11 yrs of age per adult passenger will be permitted at 50% off applicable adult fare. One infant not occupying a seat per adult passenger will be permitted free of charge. Cayman Summer Splash offers may not be combined with any other offers. Valid for travel during promotional period of 6.1.07-9.3.07 only. Government taxes and security charges not included. Subject to change. Operator reserves right to discontinue this promotion at any time without notice. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Deposit and final payment must be made on an American Express Card to receive a $100 American Express Gift Cheque when you purchase a 5-night Cayman Summer Splash vacation package. Offer valid on new bookings to 9.3.07 for travel completed by 9.3.07. Valid one per booking, per Cardmember, and cannot be combined with other American Express Cardmember offers. $100 American Express Gift Cheque will be received at hotel check-in upon presentation of voucher.

Dominican Republic

Club Med Punta Cana - Kids & Teens Stay Free

Children 0-17 years stay free at Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. And escape for you... An adventure for them!

Infants, 'tweens & teens stay free at Club Med Punta Cana

One kid or teen (0-17 years) stays free* per one full paying adult

Travel between June 9 and July 6, 2007.  Book now! Space availability limited

Diret jet service from New York (JFK)starting from $410*/person.  Saturday departures between June 23 and July 6, 2007

Club Med Punta Cana - Save up to $500 on your 7-night Family Escape (posted 5/29/07)

Discover the best of the new Club Med with our 7-night family escapes and save up to $500.

SAVE UP TO $500* On your 7-night family escape

$250 off per adult for 2 adults traveling with at least 1 child under 16 years

Book by June 17 & Travel from May 5 to August 4 or August 25 to October 27, 2007

To our select resorts in Cancun Yucatan, Mexico - La Caravelle, Guadeloupe - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic - Sandpiper, Florida, USA

Travel in May or June and get a complimentary $100* in resort credit per adult redeemable towards payment of boutique purchases, massages services, and excursions.

Tip: make sure to request the "$100 RESORT CREDIT" for all adults

Kids 12 & Under Stay, Play & Eat FREE in the Dominican Republic with Apple Vacations (posted 4/07)

Punta Cana

Allegro Punta Cana - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids; valid 5/1-12/22/07

Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana - 5 Golden Apple - Max 1 child 11 & under; valid through 12/23/07

Bavaro Princess All Suites Resort, Spa & Casino - 5 Apple - Max 2 kids; valid 5/1-12/22/07

Catalonia Bavaro Resort - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids 6 & under; valid through 10/31/07

Caribe Club Princess Beach Resort & Spa - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids - valid 5/1-12/22/07

Ocean Bavaro Spa & Beach Resort - 4 Apple - Max 1 child; valid through 10/31/07

Ocean Blue Golf & Beach Resort - 5 Apple - Max 1 child; valid through 10/31/07

RIU Bambu - 5 Apple - Max 2 kids; valide through 12/21/07

Sunscape the Beach Punta Cana - 6 Golden Apple - Max 1 child 11 & under; valid 4/14-6/29/07; max 2 kids 11 & under 9/1-12/21/07

Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids 17 & under; valid 6/1-8/31/07

La Romana

Santana Beach Resort & Casino - 3 Apple - Max 2 kids; valid through 12/20/07

Sunscape Casa del Mar - 5 Golden Apple - Max 2 kids 11 & under; valid 4/14-6/29/07; 9/1-12/21/07

Puerto Plata

Allegro Playa Dorada - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids; valid 5/1-12/22/07

Bahia Principe San Juan - 4 Apple - Max 1 child 11 & under; valid through 12/23/07

Breezes Puerto Plata Resort, Spa & Casino by SuperClubs - 4 Apple - Max 2 kids 13 & under; valid 5/1-5/25; 6/4-6/29;  7/8-12/22/07

RIU Bachata - 5 Apple - Max 2 kids; valide through 12/21/07

Kids 12 & Under Stay FREE in the Dominican Republic with Apple Vacations (posted 4/07)

La Romana

Casa de Campo - 5 Apple

Teenagers 14-17 stay free at Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. And escape for you... An adventure for them! (posted 3/07)

1 teen stays free per every full paying adult.  Book now! Space availability limited.  Travel between June 9, 2007 and August 31, 2007

Club Med Baby Welcome:  Everything for your baby's comfort: high quality baby equipment and suitable food for babies up to 23 months.

For Teens:  Passworld--a unique meeting place for teenagers & The Ramp--an area reserved for our teenagers guests

Sports & Activities:  Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Body Building, Kayak, Rollerblading, Snorkeling, Soccer, Softball, Volley-ball, Water-polo, Archery, Circus School, Club Med Fitness, Tennis, Water Aerobics, Sailing, Windsurfing

Leisure:  Beach/Swimming Pool, Bocce Ball, Club Med Evening Entertainment, Dance Class, Personalized Leisure Activities for Children and Teenagers, Table Tennis.

Resturants & Bars:  Gourmet dining and premium beverages: a variety of dining options are at your fingertips for breakfast, lunch, dinner and any time in between. Quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks* are included for adults.  *Except for Champagne, VSOP and XO spirits, some premium brands, wine list, canned and/or bottled drinks and mini-bar, which are at an extra charge.

Travel Arrangements:  Transportation and transfers: hassle free transfers to/from the airport to the resort if transportation is purchased with Club Med.

Guadeloupe

Club Med La Caravelle - Save up to $500 on your 7-night Family Escape (posted 5/29/07)

Discover the best of the new Club Med with our 7-night family escapes and save up to $500.

SAVE UP TO $500* On your 7-night family escape

$250 off per adult for 2 adults traveling with at least 1 child under 16 years

Book by June 17 & Travel from May 5 to August 4 or August 25 to October 27, 2007

To our select resorts in Cancun Yucatan, Mexico - La Caravelle, Guadeloupe - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic - Sandpiper, Florida, USA

Travel in May or June and get a complimentary $100* in resort credit per adult redeemable towards payment of boutique purchases, massages services, and excursions.

Tip: make sure to request the "$100 RESORT CREDIT" for all adults

Jamaica

Passport to Paradise (posted 5/29/07)

No Problem!  With the back log of passports and the desire to travel to the Caribbean, the use of an expediting service can be expensive. Sandals and Beaches Resorts will help you offset some of these expenses. They are offering a $125 resort Credit per passport* application for all bookings from June 1, 2007.  Sandals and Beaches guests will receive up to $125 resort credit, per application for up to two guests. The resort credit can be used towards photos, spa, gift shop purchases, candlelight dinners and activities.

*Requests must be made no later than 14 days prior to departure.

Beaches Resorts Single Parent Fun Months (posted 5/23/07)

Save with Single Parent Fun Months at all Beaches Resorts - No single supplement - A savings of $190 per night for single parents traveling with children, plus save up to 25% May 1-31, 2007 and August 17-October 31, 2007

Book your next family getaway at Beaches Resorts during these months and you will enjoy Extra Savings and loads of Special Activities.  Beaches Resorts are located in Negril and Ochos Rios.

Special activities include

• weekly welcome cocktail party  hosted by Management and Fun-Pals, exclusively for single parents and their children
• movie nights exclusively for kids
• cocktail party for single parents

Offer valid for stays of 3 nights or longer.  Savings may vary by resort and day/date of arrival.  Promotion is combinable with Beaches sales and Signature Guest Points.  May not be applicable for group bookings. 

Slide into the NEW Beaches Waterpark (posted 5/23/07)

Opening July, 2007!

Save up to 40%!  Hurry and book now!  For travel in September and October, 2007*

• 27,000 sq. ft. waterpark

• 9 exciting water slide choices

• 2 main pools

• zero-entry kiddie pool with a splashing seahorse, misting crab and squirting sea turtle

• 30' cargo net crawl rope spanning the pool area

*Savings based on stays of 3 nights or longer.  Savings may vary by resort and date of travel.  Blackout dates may apply.

Kids 12 & Under Stay, Play & Eat FREE in Jamaica with Apple Vacations (posted 4/07)

FDR Pebbles - 4 Apple - Kids 5 & under

Holiday Inn SunSpree Montego Bay - 4 Apple

Iberostar Rose Hall Beach Hotel - 5 Apple - Kids 3 & under

Point Village - 3 Apple - Kids 13 & under; All-Inclusive plan

The Ritz Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall - 6 Apple - Kids 11 & under; All-Inclusive plan; valid 5/1-12/21/07

RIU Negril - 5 Apple

Half Moon Family Vacation in Jamaica from $289*

A Half Moon family vacation is not so much about getting away from it all, as it is about getting back to it all. Here, it is about getting together to let go, have fun and enjoy each other's company. For the months of August, September & October, Half Moon is offering families a very special package to come “home” with:

Package Includes: Luxurious Accommodations, Sumptuous Daily Breakfast, Taxes and Service Charge, Round Trip Airport Transfers (Sangster international), Unlimited use of tennis courts and fitness centre, and Manager's cocktail party. Children under 2 stay free, while children between 3 and 12 pay only $12.50 per child per night when sharing a room with two adults. Children aged 13 - 18 pay $25 per child per night when sharing a room with two adults.

*Per night based on double occupancy. Minimum Stay - 3 Nights. This special may be withdrawn at any time. This special is capacity controlled.

Puerto Rico

CARIBBEAN SUMMER SPLASH Package at the Holiday Inn San Juan, Puerto Rico (no US Passport Needed!) (posted 4/26/07)

Starting at $95 per adult, per night

(based on double occupany). A third adult charge of $35 will apply. $190 per night per rom. Valid through Dec. 26, 2007.

Includes:

$10 food & beverage credit per adult per night in Fantasia Restaurant
Complimentary Welcome Tropical Drink, one per adult.
Enjoy our new “Water Spray Park”, part of our pool recreation area.
Free High speed internet in guest rooms and WIFI in all public hotel areas.
Up to 2 Children under twelve (12) years –old stay for free sharing same room with parents in existing beddings.
*One Haagen Dazs ice cream scoop (coupon to redeem at David’s Cookies) one per adult.
One giant cookie (coupon to redeem at David’s Cookies) one per adult.
*One Cookie Dough set (coupon to redeem at David’s Cookies) one per room. (cookies will be bake on premises at David’s Cookies)
One $10 casino match coupon at a neighboring hotel. *max 2 per room
Restrictions: Rates are subject to availability. Rate is not applicable for groups of ten rooms or more. Package may not be combined with any other offer or promotional memberships. 9% government tax & 6% Resort Fee are not included in rate.
Minimum stay: A minimum stay of 2 nights. A 3 nights or more may apply on holidays. Base on availability. Restrictions may apply.
Cancellation Policy: 24 hours prior to arrival date is require to avoiding a one night non-refundable charge on the customer’s credit card. For holidays: 48 hours.

St. Lucia

The Best Deal for Families this Summer is at Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa - St. Lucia (posted 5/31/07)

Experience everything St. Lucia & Coconut Bay have to offer with up to $700 in weekly resort credits

When you “Stay More” you can “Play More” by earning resort credits for each night you stay at St. Lucia's best all-inclusive on the exotic South Coast. From Spa Treatments to island adventures or gift shop purchases, guests may use credits however they please during their vacation in paradise. Who would have thought paradise was so near?
Step off the plane at St. Lucia's Hewanorra International Airport, and you're just a short ride from one of the best-kept secrets in the Caribbean. Spanning 85 lush acres fringed with coconut palms, the 254-room Coconut Bay Resort & Spa is set along exotic Savannes Bay on the island's undiscovered south coast. Here, you can experience the authentic side of St. Lucia with all its genuine charm and hospitality, as well as adventure. And whether you dream of a romantic getaway or a blissful family vacation, this incredible all-inclusive resort is a world unto itself where each and every moment is simply more beautiful.

For a FAMILY OF FOUR staying in a 2 Bedroom Family Connecting Suite

Was $5,110 for 7 nights ($3,640) with 2 children ($770) and incidentals ($700)

Now $2,730 for 7 nights ($2,730) with 2 children (FREE) and incidentals (FREE)

ALL INCLUSIVE RATES - 25% OFF PLUS RESORT CREDIT!

Deluxe Gardenview       REG $310     NOW $232
Premium Oceanview     REG $340     NOW $255
Premium Oceanview     REG $370     NOW $277
PLUS $50 per night resort Credit

2 Bedroom Family Conn   REG $520     NOW $390
PLUS $100 per night resort Credit

All rates are per room/per night based on double occupancy. Rates valid through 12/20/07. July and August prices slightly higher.

Kids STAY, PLAY and EAT FREE when sharing a room with a parent. (1 child per paying adult).

Turks & Caicos

Passport to Paradise (posted 5/29/07)

No Problem!  With the back log of passports and the desire to travel to the Caribbean, the use of an expediting service can be expensive. Sandals and Beaches Resorts will help you offset some of these expenses. They are offering a $125 resort Credit per passport* application for all bookings from June 1, 2007.  Sandals and Beaches guests will receive up to $125 resort credit, per application for up to two guests. The resort credit can be used towards photos, spa, gift shop purchases, candlelight dinners and activities.

*Requests must be made no later than 14 days prior to departure.

Beaches Resorts Single Parent Fun Months (posted 5/23/07)

Save with Single Parent Fun Months at all Beaches Resorts - No single supplement - A savings of $190 per night for single parents traveling with children, plus save up to 25% May 1-31, 2007 and August 17-October 31, 2007

Book your next family getaway at Beaches Resorts during these months and you will enjoy Extra Savings and loads of Special Activities. 

Special activities include

• weekly welcome cocktail party  hosted by Management and Fun-Pals, exclusively for single parents and their children
• movie nights exclusively for kids
• cocktail party for single parents

Offer valid for stays of 3 nights or longer.  Savings may vary by resort and day/date of arrival.  Promotion is combinable with Beaches sales and Signature Guest Points.  May not be applicable for group bookings. 

US Virgin Islands

"Kids Eat, Stay and Play Free" at Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa (all-inclusive) - St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands** (posted 4/26/07)

Special Red Hot Rate for 2007 - 25% off

Located on 31 lush acres, Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa offers panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring St. John, and an extensive variety of recreational facilities and amenities.  If you are looking for relaxation, you can unwind on your oceanfront private balcony or take a swim at the beach or in one of the hotel's interconnecting pools or hot tub or indulge in a world-class spa.

Prices starting at $305* for 4 days/3 nights.  No US passport required.  (per person European plans based on double occupancy.  Limited availability on these rates.

Package includes:

• transportation to and from the hotel

• superior room accommodations

• complimentary day and night tennis

• complimentary activity program

• complimentary Kids Club

• complimentary nightly movies

• complimentary access to fitness center

• complimentary manager's weekly cocktail reception

• complimentary $5.00 match play for video slots

• complimentary nightly entertainment

**Rates apply Aug. 19 - Oct. 31 & Dec. 1-22, 2007 & Apr. 15 - Aug. 18, 2007 - $396, Nov. 1-30, 2007 - $396 based on superior category.  Surcharges apply for deluxe and luxury category.  Book by May 31, 2007 to qualify.  Kids eat free ages 12 and under when ordering off the child's menu and accompanied by an adult ordering an entree at Mangrove and Manor House Restaurants.  Maximum one child per adult.