Consider a weekend cruise with Royal Caribbean if you are looking for a cost-effective cruise to a beautiful beach destination. You can book weekend cruises leaving out of the Port of Miami to the Western Caribbean or the Bahamas starting at about $300 (as of May 2011). These cruises include meals -- though alcohol is extra -- activities, basic cabins and live entertainment. Upgrades are available for a fee. These cruises usually depart on a Friday and return on Sunday afternoon.
As of May 2011, Carnival cruise lines had four-night cruises to Mexico available for just $229 per person. These cruises depart from Los Angeles and visit Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. Each cruise ship is outfitted with a swimming pool, spa, fitness center and a number of dining choices. All meals are included with the exception of alcoholic beverages. Live entertainment is featured every night that you are on board, and children will enjoy activities and areas designed for them in particular.
Bali is a popular destination off the coast of Indonesia. The St. Regis Bali Resort is a popular choice for luxury-minded travelers. Enjoy the comforts of on-site high-end boutiques, a full-service European day spa that offers massage and beauty treatments, gourmet restaurants and an 18-hole championship golf course. Tan and swim at a private beach or enjoy a private cabana poolside. Booking a private limousine can make exploring the island easier. Choose from 124 suites. Many include a lush private garden and private lagoon.
No matter the time of year, this luxury destination offers a long list of amenities. If you are in town to ski, you will enjoy walking distance to Northstar-at-Tahoe ski resort. The resort also offers trails for snowmobile riders and cross-country skiers. Golfers can enjoy the Jack Nicklaus Greenwood Golf Course. The property also offers a gourmet restaurant, day spa, business center, swimming pool with private cabanas and a fitness gym. Each of the 170 guest rooms and suites is outfitted with a living area that includes a full entertainment center, a fireplace and a bath suite with spa tub and high-end bath notions.
