Vacation Ideas

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Prices valid for 7 nights stay Feb 16-23, 2013and based upon adult double occupancy. Prices include transfers to/from the destination airport, all meals and beverages, nonmotorized watersports and taxes. Prices valid as of 1/8/2013 and do not include airfare.

Gray skies and snowy weather got you down? Run to the sun this Spring with an all inclusive beach getaway! One of the most popular months of travel, book your March vacation now to get the best rates.  We’ve found some great all inclusive resort deals for you traveling March 16-23, 2013.  Give us a call today to add airfare from your city! Cancun, Mexico Barcelo Costa Cancun $889 per person Crown Paradise Club Cancun $980 per person Golden Parnassus *adults only $1001 per person Paradisus Cancun $1162 per person Riviera Maya, Mexico Catalonia Riviera Maya $840 per person Gran Bahia Principe Tulum $910 per person Ocean Maya Royale *adults only $1071 per person Iberostar Tucan $1232 per person Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Royal Decameron $588 per person Riu Vallarta $756 per person Barcelo Puerto Vallarta $896 per person Riu Palace Pacifico $1043 per person Los Cabos, Mexico Hola Grand Faro $749 per person Riu Santa Fe $833 per person Melia Cabo Real $1085 per person Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas $1204 per person Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Gran Bahia Principe Bavaro $805 per person Riu Bambu $994 per person Grand Palladium Bavaro $1141 per person Dreams Punta Cana $1260 per person Jamaica Holiday Inn Sunspree $959 per person Gran Bahia Principe Jamaica $1071 per person Riu Negril $1232 per person The Jewel Dunn’s River *adults only $1379 per person

Prices valid for 7 nights stay March 16-23, 2013 and based upon adult double occupancy. Prices include transfers to/from the destination airport, all meals and beverages, nonmotorized watersports and taxes. Prices valid as of 1/8/2013 and do not include airfare.

Spring break is getting close and the time to book for the best price and availability has passed but we still have some great options available. Airfare around spring break is a precious commodity and will be key to getting a decent price. Look at other airport options in your area as many of the major airports will not have availability. Driving a few hundred miles could save you thousands on your airfare. It is also good tip to drop a night or move your dates a bit to find better air options.

Many of the top hotels are sold out so this is the time you need to call an experienced travel agent to be sure you are going to a quality hotel. Every destination will still have a few rooms at the top hotels but they will go fast. If your looking to travel February through April of 2013 you need to be booking and paying your deposits now! Our all inclusive beach destinations are filling up fast so you better call today if your planning a Spring Break Dream Vacation!

I often get asked if I have any suggestions for things to bring on vacation. While the answer to that varies significantly from person to person and while this is not a conclusive list of everything you will need to take with you, here are a few tips.

1 – Bio Degradable Sunscreen – you will need this for any dolphin swim, snorkleling trip and many other excursions and if you have to buy it down there it is really expensive.

2 – Sunglasses – They are a must and if you forget them you have to get the cheapies on the street or overpay for name brands.

3 - Backpack or something that you can load up and pack around for the pool or a day trip at your destination.

4 – Candles or air freshener – Some rooms can be a little musty and a quick spray or a few candles can make a big difference.

5 – Koozie Cups – It is usually hot and a $1 Cool Cup or what I call a Koozie can keep your drink nice and cool.

6 – Document Holder – Even though almost all your documents are electronic these little holders give you a catch all for the stuff you collect during travel.

7 – Slippers if your hotel does not provide them.  The rooms are usally marble or tile floors so a good pair of slippers are handy and easy to pack.

8 – Asprin, Tylenol, Antacid - If you normally take something at home then bring it with you on vacation.

9 – Dress slacks or Dockers or proper attire for your hotel.  Be sure you have the proper clothing to get into the restaurants at your hotel.

10 – Speak the Language.  Try to learn a few key comments or questions in their language. Even if you are terrible they respect your efforts.  After all you are visiting their country.  A Hello, Please or Thank You in the local language, along with a small tip will go a long way at most all inclusive destinations.

Packing is a pretty personal thing but the tips above will help.  Keep in mind the most common mistake is overpacking.  You wont need as much as you think.  Swimsuit and dinner attitre is about all you need.

Here are a few other items to consider: Amazon Kindle; Books; Card games; Dress clothes; Eye drops; Flip flops; Golf clubs; Hair ties; iPad or iPod; Journal; Knitting supplies; Lip balm with UV protection; Makeup; No worries, mon; Optimistic attitude; Photocopy of passport; Q-Tips; Relaxing music; Swimming suit; Tanning lotion; Umbrella (Hopefully not needed); Video games for kids while traveling; Wayfarers; Xtra SPF 55; Yahtzee; Ziploc baggies.

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We hope on this very special day you are either relaxing on a beach or warm in your homes with your friends & families. One of the real joys of the Holiday Season is the opportunity to say “Thank You”  for your loyalty and trust this past year. From all of us here at Dream Vacations,  we wish you a very Merry Christmas and an adventurous New Year!