It’s time to snap up some end-of-year travel deals, some of which will allow you to travel well into the new year. Top Latin America travel deals this week include 44-percent discounts at all-inclusive Azul Hotels in Mexico, as well as a special grand opening discount at the brand-new, all-inclusive Paradisus Los Cabos. You can also splurge on an indulgent Guatemala vacation at a boutique hotel. Read on for details.
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Azul Hotels by Karisma
Mexico and Jamaica
The Deal: Up to 44% Off, $50 spa credit
What Makes It Cool: This all-inclusive hotel brand is offering discounts of up to 44% at its Mexico and Jamaica beach properties. Rates start at $164 per person, per night at Azul Fives Hotel in Playa del Carmen, $181 at Azul Sensatori on the Riviera Maya, $166 at Azul Beach and $230 at Azul Sensatori Jamaica; all rates include a $50 spa credit per guest.
Valid for Travel: Book by December 31, 2016 for travel through December 22, 2017.
Info & Reservations: www.karismahotels.com
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Casa Palopo
Guatemala
The Deal: Colorful & Cultural Escape package
What Makes It Cool: With the Colorful & Cultural Escape package, you can stay four nights with rates starting at $375/night based on double occupancy, including taxes and tips. This Guatemala vacation package includes one night at Casa Palopó’s sister property, Villa Antigua in Antigua, Guatemala (breakfast included), plus a walking tour of the city, then three nights at Casa Palopó located at Lake Atitlán, with welcome cocktails and Guatemalan bites on the main terrace, private car transportation to and from Guatemala City, excursion to Chichicastenango Market (only available Thursday and Sunday) and a boat tour to nearby towns of Santiago and San Antonio Palopó, which is just across the lake.
Valid for Travel: Through December 31, 2016
Info & Reservations: email reservations@casapalopo.com
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Paradisus Los Cabos
Los Cabos, Mexico
The Deal: Grand opening rate & “Merry & Bright” package
What Makes It Cool: The soon-to-open, all-inclusive Paradisus Los Cabos has an enticing grand opening rate of just $240 a night (based on double occupancy) ideal for those looking to book a last-minute holiday getaway with family or friends. This Mexico beach hotel opens on December 23, 2016, with four swimming pools, seven bars and seven restaurants. In addition, the resort is offering a “Merry & Bright” package that includes a free night for minimum five-night visits.
Valid for Travel: Book through January 15, 2017 for stays from December 23, 2016 until March 31, 2017 for the opening rate. For the Merry & Bright package, book through December 15, 2016 for stays between December 23, 2016 and January 6, 2017.
Info & Reservations: www.paradisus.com