Top 5 Island Vacation Destinations For 2010

The Regent Grand Turks and Caicos
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

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Newly opened and nestled in the heart of Grace Bay is the Regent Grand, a new resort re-defining the meaning of luxury. All of our Ocean Front suites boast unobstructed views of the turquoise waters. Relax around the mosaic tiled infinity pool, the focus of the Italian piazza courtyard, or sun yourself on the beach loungers. Amenities include the pavilion bar, open from 8am to 8pm serving a variety of beverages and small snacks, fitness center and tennis courts.

Teona Spa is located on site offering in-room treatments and therapies and the Regent Grand offers the best deals at Provo Golf Club, just minutes away. Our friendly unobtrusive staff are here to make sure your stay at the Regent Grand becomes a memorable experience.

 

Paradisus Palma Real All Inclusive

Punta Cana

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Located on legendary Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Paradisus Palma Real is the ultimate five-star, all-inclusive luxury Dominican Republic resort. Here, in a beautiful environment that features spectacular ocean views, this exceptional dominican republic resort stands as an exquisite example of all that a vacation in paradise can be. Paradisus Palma Real combines all-inclusive amenities, world-class facilities and unsurpassed service with the finest in cuisine, all-suites accommodations and endless entertainment opportunities to truly create a new standard of luxury, extravagance, indulgence and fun. Only 25 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport and one and a half hours from La Romana, the dominican republic resort is surrounded by vibrant tropical gardens, lush mangroves and faces one of the most breathtaking white-powder beaches in all of the Caribbean.

Paradisus Palma Real is in a class of its own when it comes to luxury vacation destinations, and it starts with the impeccable attention to detail that can be found in each one of our luxurious suites. Distributed amongst several elegant three-story villas, all of our 554 oversized suites offer a wide range of services and amenities to make your stay as relaxed, comfortable and unforgettable as possible.

Created to far exceed your every expectation, all of our suites are equipped with mahogany furniture, Jacuzzi for two, European spa jet-shower, flat-screen TV, CD player, DVD player, marble floors, fully stocked mini bar, coffee maker, individually controlled air conditioning, ceiling fan, living area with sofa bed, private terrace or balcony, 24-hour room service, iron and ironing board and high-speed Internet access available for an additional charge.

Ritz Carlton Rose Hall Jamaica

St. James, Montego Bay, Jamaica, West Indies

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 Located on 5,000 picture-perfect acres in Jamaica’s exclusive Rose Hall, the 427-room AAA Five Diamond Hotel offers the seclusion of a beachfront hideaway, complete with a 18-hole championship golf course and full service Spa. The hotel offers a variety of water sports and recreational activities, five dining outlets and more than 25,000 square feet of meeting and reception space. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Donald Sangster International Airport, The Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort brings a new level of luxury to the island nation of Jamaica.

The hotel is located 5 minutes from the 3 best golf courses in Jamaica, White Witch (on site), Half Moon and Cinnamon Hill. White Witch, the golf course on site, has 16 of its 18 holes overlooking the Carribbean Sea and is located 1,000 feet above sea level. Caddies for the course work as personal concierges for golfers and were voted Travel + Leisure Magazine’s “Best Golf Professionals.” The hotel’s awards include the “5 Diamond Award”, Travel + Leisure Magazine’s “Meeting & Convention Award for 2004″ and “Best Hotels for 2004″ and Conde Nast’s “#1 Golf Resort in the Carribbean.” All-inclusive packages are available.

Fairmont Southampton

Southampton, Bermuda

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Imagine lush tropical gardens, shimmering pink sand beaches, azure blue seas and spectacular sunsets, and you have envisioned Bermuda. Perched royally on the island’s highest point, The Fairmont Southampton overlooks lush acres of land, pink sandy beaches and bountiful gardens. Relax beneath a rainbow of umbrellas at the Beach Club, hit the links for a round of golf, grab your racket for a tennis match, snorkel your way around the reefs, ride the waves on a jet ski, explore the island on your scooter and enjoy our award-winning cuisine at any of our six restaurants. Come and discover old world British charm blended with The New Spirit of Bermuda: The Fairmont Southampton!

El Conquistador Resort and Golden Door Spa

Fajardo, Puerto Rico

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Lose yourself in the vibrant beauty and captivating allure of Puerto Rico. Perched high above the ocean on 300-foot cliff, El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa is a peaceful retreat on the Island of Enchantment. Our luxurious Puerto Rico resort is divided into five villages, providing a soothing getaway from the stress of the world. Enjoy breathtaking, panoramic ocean views at The Grand Hotel including the villages of Las Brisas and La Vista. Pure indulgence awaits you in Las Casitas Village – the distinctive four-diamond resort that shares our grounds, where a resort butler is at your service 24 hours a day in your private villa. Built into the side of a cliff and wrapped around its own swimming pool, let sea breezes caress you in Las Olas Village,. Or just relax on your private balcony in La Marina Village, which overlooks the sea and is home to the new water park and private marina. Experience this vibrant Puerto Rico resort for yourself, complete with beautifully appointed accommodations, attentive service, and a magnificent setting.

The resort has both motorized (wave runners, Banana Boat rides, electric Kayats, etc) and non-motorized (kayaks, windsurf equipment and snorkel gear) equipment available for your entertainment.

Garden View Rooms are located in La Vista Wing and Las Olas Village. Partial Ocean View Rooms are located in all wings of the resort; La Marina Village, Las Olas Village, Las Brisas Wing and La Vista Wing. Ocean View Rooms are located in all wings of the resort; La Marina Village, Las Olas Village, Las Brisas Wing and La Vista Wing. One Bedroom Ocean View Suites are located three wings of the resort; La Marina Village, Las Brisas Wing and La Vista Wing.

El Conquistador Resort offers the only expansive state-of-the-art water park in the Caribbean – Coqui Water Park, featuring pools for every member of the family, entertainment is ensured. Drift along on the lazy river. Find adventure on the rope bridge. Experience the thrill of one of the many slides. Treat the entire family to lunch. This facility allows every age to have some fun in the sun. Get ready to swim, slide or float your way through your next island getaway with features.