The deal
The island of Aruba offers some of the best fine-sand beaches and liveliest casinos in the Southern Caribbean, not to mention a wealth of opportunities for sailing, scuba diving, and snorkeling amidst clear blue calm coastal waters. Visitors heading to the colonial capital of Oranjestad will discover a vibrant city with a unique cultural heritage — best explored by wandering among its charming multicolored houses, scenic wharf, and marketplace chockablock with local Aruban art and handicrafts. Further north, the popular resort area of Palm Beach offers top-of-line hotels and white-sand beaches.
Read on for affordable offers at prime island resorts.
20 percent off: Divi Aruba all-inclusive, Oranjestad, from $199/night
Located just five minutes from Oranjestad, the oceanfront Divi Aruba all-inclusive resort offers 203 spacious rooms, each with a patio or balcony. There are lighted tennis courts, a 30-foot rock wall, fitness center, spa, and several onsite bars and restaurants. Guests who reserve a stay this winter through Bookit.com will enjoy up to 20 percent off the regular cost of rooms, starting from $199/night. All-inclusive rates cover all meals, unlimited drinks, along with free daily activities, snorkeling clinics, kayak rentals and bike tours.
Up to $200 off: United vacations to Aruba
From now through Feb. 15, United Vacations is offering a discount of up to $200 off air-inclusive Aruba vacations when you book online through their Web site. The amount you save will depend on the package you select. Plus, take advantage of extra savings with special offers like the One Cool Family Program, allowing kids under 12 to stay free and get free breakfast at select hotels. Travel now through Nov. 30 and enter “MEXCARSAVE” in the promotion code box.
New all-inclusive package at Westin Aruba from $400/night
Located on Aruba’s lively Palm Beach, the Westin Aruba offers guided scuba diving tours, sunset sailing and windsurfing adventures, along with exciting casino nightlife and a world-class spa. For a wallet-friendly stay, consider booking the resort’s all-inclusive package, which covers all meals at select resort restaurants (or room service), premium alcoholic beverages, kids activities, snorkeling and sports equipment rental, free access to both the tennis court and the fitness club, and more. Nightly all-inclusive rates start at $400.
The dollars
Based on double occupancy. Taxes and fees are additional unless otherwise noted.
The catch
Sunblock not included.