Although summer feels over with the arrival of Labor Day, the truth is, there’s still time to enjoy warm weather - especially if you head to the Caribbean. Even after temps in the northern US have started to head drastically south, rates at most properties stay low until high season, which begins December 15th. That means a nice period of time for you to visit without paying the highest rates. Biras Creek, a luxury resort in the British Virgin Islands, has a Family Summer Fun package that’s valid until November 15th. While it won’t be in effect during the Thanksgiving break, if you’re not averse to pulling the kids out of school for a week, a very nice break awaits you. See the details and more about Biras Creek after the jump.
Grand suite, copyright Biras Creek (more…)

The 2007 hurricane season is predicted to be especially active, with a forecast of 17 named storms; 9 of them are expected to become hurricanes, with 5 blossoming to intense hurricanes (although we thought hurricanes were, by nature, already intense). Of course, these are just predictions: the 2006 season was also expected to be unusually active and it ended up being, as these things go, pretty ordinary. The truth is, until the season ends on November 30 (it begins on June 1), there’s just no real way to know what will happen.

Which is why now might be a good time to take a Caribbean getaway. Many hotels have already lowered their rates from the winter season highs, and are either using low summer season rates or not-as-low but still favorable shoulder season rates. Spring weather can’t be beat - you’ll definitely feel some heat while avoiding the blistering rays - and possible storms - of summer.  Where to go? The possibilities are endless, but here are just a few places of interest that we’ve ferreted out for you. (more…)

Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands is no slouch when it comes to pampering. That’s why we’re excited to see that they’ve extended their considerable skills to expectant parents. Their babymoon package includes:

-5 nights in a beachfront Junior Suite or ocean view room
-2 spa treatments specifically for pregnant women for the mom-to-be
-1 destressing massage for the dad-to-be
-1 picnic lunch on one of Peter Island’s beaches (includes sparkling grape juice)
-special turndown amenities nightly, including a baby album
-all meals and activities (snorkeling, tennis, etc)

Beachfront Junior Suite, Peter Island Resort

Rates range from $3390 to $5410 depending on room booked and time of travel; round trip transfers to and from Beef Island Airport included
Available through your travel agent or you may call the resort directly at 800.346.4451