Deal of the day: Up to $550 air credit and 65% off at Sandals

It’s great to have this holiday weekend off, but don’t get so relaxed that you ignore an opportunity to book your next glorious vacation.

You would think that the folks at Sandals Resorts would be lounging on a fabulous beach at one of their luxury-included slices of paradise .. but you would be wrong.

They’re working full force with a Memorial Day weekend sale that includes up to 65% off plus up to $555 air credit for booking a vacation at their couples-only resorts.

With 13 resorts on four sun-drenched Caribbean islands, there is definitely a Sandals resort for you and the one you love.

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Deal of the day: Get cash back, upgrades on Carnival cruises

Book just about any Carnival cruise sailing through 2012 and get cash back savings of up to $100 pr stateroom and one- or two-category upgrades.

Book any cruise by May 31 during Carnival’s Memorial Day Sale – including Carnival’s newest ship Carnival Breeze – and pack your bags for a wonderful cruise.

Cash back savings come in the form of an onboard credit per stateroom. Book a 3- to 5-day cruise and get $50 per cabin, a $100 onboard credit for sailing of six days or more, and $100 for fall sailings fro September through December.

And you can book a European cruise and get up to $400 cash back with upgrades.

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Deal of the day: Princess has a Mother’s Day booking special

Surprise mom with a gift the whole family can enjoy in the coming months!

From May 10–14, you’ll enjoy savings of up to $700 when you book a Princess cruise to the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Canada & New England or Hawaii sailing from September through December 2012!

You’ll also receive up to $100 in onboard credit so you can treat mom to a massage in the spa or a special gift from the onboard boutiques.

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Deal of the day: RCCL gratuities in Mediterranean on the house

Here’s a hot tip for you: Royal Caribbean is taking care of passenger pre-paid gratuities on Mediterranean cruises booked through May 11, for sailings in June and August.

That’s all six ships sailing in Europe this year, including Adventure of the Seas, Grandeur of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas, Navigator of the Seas and Splendor of the Seas.

The only catch is that it is only good for balcony cabins and suites, and only includes first and second passengers in a cabin. And prepaid gratuities must be requested at time of booking.

Gratuities on a seven-day cruise comes out to $68.25 per person for a balcony cabin or a junior suite, and $84 for full suites.

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Deal of the day: 3 nights on the cheap at luxurious Mexican resort

Three nights at the four and a half star Grand Palladium White Sands Resort & Spa at Riviera Maya for just $570 – and kids stay free!

This deal won’t last long – especially since it expires on on Thursday, may 3 for booking. But you’ll have until Sept. 6 to take advantage of this fantastic resort.

Don’t delay … call Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 or email alan@allurquest.com to book this deal.

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Deal of the Day: Dreams come true at bargain prices in Cancun

By Alan Whitt & Gloria Conley

Three to seven nights of unlimited luxury at Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa in Cancun, Mexico beginning at $899 per person.

Price includes accommodations, airfare, transfers and all food, beverages and entertainment. In addition, you’ll get a $200 resort coupon booklet good for spa treatments, romantic seaside dinners and much more.

Dates for this special deal run from May through June with departure dates depending on the length of travel.

Dreams Resorts & Spas is a brand of AMresorts and include popular all-inclusive, unlimited luxury properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.

Contact Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 or 615-336-8580 for this special or any of the many vacations offered.

Deal of the Day: Kids stay free at Iberostar resorts in the Caribbean

A vacation at one of the IBEROSTAR Hotels and Resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico will exceed your expectations.

Alan Whitt

And now you can take the kids with you. You’ll pay more to get your baggage on an airplane than you will to get junior into one of these resorts.

And while there you’ll enjoy exquisite cuisine, fantastic shows, all-inclusive service, the comfort of deluxe accommodations, plus unlimited cocktails and soft drinks.

At these family-friendly resorts parents can relax and enjoy the endless adult activities, while children can live it up at the resorts’ Kids Clubs.

Leave your worries at home because this is more than just a vacation, it’s an unrivaled all-inclusive experience!

Here are the specific deals for each resort:

  • Book by March 31 and one child stays free at Iberostar resorts in Mexico (Cancun, Tucan & Quetzal) and Jamaica (Rose Hall Suites).
  • Book by December 23 and one kid stays free at resorts in Mexico (Paraiso Maya & Paraiso Lindo) or the Dominican Republic (Bavaro Suites).
  • Book by December 23 and TWO kids stay free in Mexico (Paraiso Beach & Paraiso Del Mar), Dominican Republic (Costa Drado, Hacienda Dominicus, Punta Cana & Dominicana) or Jamaica (Rose Hall Beach).

The travel window for each of these deals runs from May 1 through December 23 and only applies to children 12 years old and younger and for hotel accommodations, not airfare.

To book any of these resorts contact Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 or 615-336-8580.

Deal of the day: Royal Caribbean’s two-day WOW sale begins today

By Alan Whitt

Book any Royal Caribbean sailing departing on or after June 1, 2012 to receive a $200 onboard credit and 50% reduced deposit.

This sale is only good for Tuesday and Wednesday, March 27 & 28 and includes cruise tours and sailings on Royal Caribbean’s entire fleet, including Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas.

Here is the breakdown:

  • 3- to 5-night sailings: $50 onboard credit, deposit $50 per person
  • 6- to 9-night sailings: $100 onboard credit, deposit $125 per person
  • 10+ night sailings: $200 onboard credit, deposit $224 per person

Call Allure Quest Travel Experience at 615-818-8241 to secure this WOW deal … NOW.

Deal of the day: A pre- or post-cruise stay at famed South Beach

No matter where your cruise ship is headed there’s probably no beach cooler than hip South Beach in Miami.

However, finding a place to stay can be a problem unless you’re willing to pay dearly for the right to sleep at one of the historic art deco addresses.

But cruise passengers can get a 10 percent discount by showing their cruise ticket at the Hotel Clinton – a trendy boutique hotel and spa in the heart of South Beach. They’ll also get  complimentary airport shuttle thrown in for good measure.

The hotel describes itself as “fun, quirky, sexy,” and gets guests off to a good start with a happy hour each night (7-8 p.m.) and free nightclub tickets.

Also free is the possibility of seeing a celebrity or two … the Kardashians famed store DASH is right next door.

Deal of the day: 3 Sandals resorts, 65% off and $350 air credit

Take in the gorgeous views of Montego Bay’s beautiful beaches and outstanding sunsets or enjoy a cup of English tea in a Georgian-style Great House at Sandals Royal Caribbean.

Making it extra special is the resort’s own secluded offshore island, and the unique “Stay at 1, Play at 3”feature that allows you to enjoy the amenities a a trio of Sandals resorts in Montego Bay.

Sandals’ exclusive exchange program lets you stay at one and play at all other Sandals Resorts in Jamaica.

With three resorts in the Montego Bay area within minutes of each other, free roundtrip transfers are provided throughout the day, giving you the freedom to choose from as many as 17 different restaurants, 11 pools, 10 whirlpools, 11 bars and other Luxury Included amenities.

You can book the best resorts in the world with the Certified Sandals Specialists at Allure Quest Travel Experience – 615-336-8580 or 615-818-8241.