The Boston Globe: "As New England's days and nights turn nippier, thoughts turn to the sunshine and seascapes of the Caribbean. At most inns and resorts, the best prices are offered until shortly before Christmas. On Bonaire ,Harbour Village's Dive Into Luxury package, available through Dec. 21, lets the second person in your party dive for free. The offer includes seven nights in a one-bedroom studio, daily American breakfast, six days of diving (including tanks, weights, and belts), unlimited use of the fitness center, tennis courts, kayaks, sailboats, and airport transfers. The cost is $1,786 for the first diver and $1,538 for the second."
Forbes , I have been a long time vacation homeowner on Aruba, the tiny Dutch Caribbean island off the coast of Venezuela. Only 20 miles long and 6 miles across, the cactus-filled, dry island features my favorite beach in the entire world. Endless days spent on the famed Eagle Beach floating in crystal clear, aquamarine warm waters is why massive throngs of tourists return annually to this island paradise.