Mexico’s luxurious Esencia Estate invites you to unwind on the region’s finest stretch of white sand beach
Yes, the winter is finally over and flowers are blooming as the East Coast delights in the much-needed spring weather. But don’t get distracted by the impending summer sunshine, as spring can actually be the best time to book great bargain summer vacations to some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular luxury travel destinations.
Our decades of experience working with hotels throughout the Caribbean has clued us in to one of the region’s best kept secrets – island breezes and summer trade winds can make for optimal weather conditions for travelers in the summer months. Beyond the gorgeous weather, hotels on islands throughout the Caribbean are known to offer stellar rates come May. Plus, with less people taking over the beach, it is bound to be the perfect intimate couples retreat or family escape you’ve been seeking.
Four Destinations for the Perfect Summer Vacation
Here are our hotel PR firm’s picks for the top four Caribbean travel destinations for summer 2014:
Belize
Offering unparalleled adventure opportunities, archaeological wonders, pristine beaches and bustling nightlife, Belize is calling your name. Temperatures in Belize are comparable to many places in the US during the summer months, with palm trees and the ocean breeze offering delightful comfort along coastal areas, like Ambergis Caye. Enjoy quiet days at Ambergis Caye’s hidden gem, the luxurious Las Terrazas Resort, situated on a spectacular stretch of private beachfront. Las Terrazas’ incredibly spacious suites and villas will become your home away from home as you allow yourself to unwind at a resort that is nothing short of pure paradise. Stay five nights this summer and receive your sixth night free.
Dominican Republic
From the historically rich UNESCO world heritage site, Santo Domingo’s Ciudad Colonial, to the spectacular Samana peninsula and the untouched region of Barahona, the Dominican Republic is a traveler’s dream destination. Whether you are looking to explore the culture of the first European settlement in the Americas or simply unwind with a good book on a jaw-dropping private beach, boutique hotels throughout the island are calling your name. Three hotels – Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences, Casas del XVI and Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge – are joining forces for the season to offer travelers the unique opportunity to experience three markedly different, but equally brilliant regions on the island, for amazing rates.
Mexico
One thing is clear — travel to Mexico is still as hot as ever, particularly to such regions as the Yucatan Peninsula. Enjoy sunny skies and perfect weather this summer as you relish time with your loved ones on one of the Caribbean’s finest stretches of white sand beach. Only a short distance from Mexico’s most enchanting archaeological sites, Esencia Estate, once the private retreat of an Italian Duchess, is the region’s top boutique hotel. The property features the Riviera Maya’s first world-class organic spa offering an array of new healing spa rituals, unrivaled gourmet regionally inspired cuisine and 29 sumptuously outfitted rooms and suites. Witness some of Mexico’s most jaw dropping ruins on trips to nearby Tulum, Chichen Itza, and Uxmal among many more. Check out Esencia’s awesome list of spring and summer travel specials.
Honduras
Declared the ‘toucan capital of the world’ by The Lodge at Pico Bonito’s head naturalist, James Adams, Honduras is a natural paradise on the brink of discovery and is expected to gain ground on other popular eco-destinations this summer. From the island of Roatan, known for its rich diving opportunities, to The Lodge at Pico Bonito situated on 400 acres of tropical wilderness in the country’s second largest national park, Honduras is a dream destination for nature enthusiasts of all kinds, particularly those with an interest in birding. With rates starting at $215 per night, The Lodge at Pico Bonito is offering an additional special – pay for two nights, get the third night free – all summer long.
What destinations spark your wanderlust? Sound off in the comments!