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Looking to expand your travel horizons this summer or fall? We’ve got the deals for you. From Bonaire to Bali to Bulgaria, travel outside the usual domestic or Caribbean destinations and head somewhere truly special this season – and still save in the process. Read more

In a tough economy, it becomes more difficult to sneak away from the office, but also less realistic to spend your savings on a big vacation. Given the constraints on travelers’ time and checkbooks, few options are as ideal as a quick jaunt to the Caribbean – direct flights are readily available from most East Coast airports to most island hubs, and the variety among the islands means there’s a destination for everyone – from the nature enthusiast to the luxury-demanding mogul. Unfortunately, no destination is without at least one drawback, and in the case of the Caribbean, this drawback is hurricane season. Typically running from June 1 to November 30, the Atlantic Hurricane Season has been known to put quite a damper on many vacationers and cruisers on the Caribbean islands. On the other hand, the unpredictability of the hurricane season also means there are great deals on travel to the Caribbean during these months. While there is no guarantee that any destination will be totally safe during the season, the editors at VirtualTourist have put together a list of “5 Caribbean Islands less likely impacted during Hurricane Season.” Read more

Explore the lesser-known Southern Caribbean island of Bonaire, home to world-class scuba diving, sailing, and snorkeling. Stay at the Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino from now through December 21 from just $129 per night — a savings of 30% on this hotel’s seasonal rates.

Situated on the Caribbean, the Divi Flamingo Resort serves as the perfect base for both an exciting scuba trip or a relaxing beach vacation. The Divi Dive Bonaire, a PADI five-star dive resort, is located directly on the property, and guests can book dive excursions 24 hours a day through the Flamingo front desk. Further excursions like guided snorkeling, kayaking, and sunset sails are also available.

For those more interested in kicking back, the Divi Flamingo features beach access, two freshwater swimming pools, a casino, and a spa and salon. Rooms offer garden or oceanfront views and private balconies.

Book online at the Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino website or call 800-367-3484. This offer ends May 31.

See our Bonaire destination guide for more trip-planning information, then use our TravelSearch price comparison tool to find the lowest rates on flights to the island.

We love Bonaire (an ABC island in the southern Caribbean along with Aruba and Curacao) for its superlative scuba diving, and Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino is an excellent jumping-off point. Through December 23, the resort is slashing rates up to 30 percent (as long as you book by May 31). As an added bonus, book a seven-night stay for travel by May 31 or from July 1-October 31, and Divi will throw in a $200 air credit.

THE VALUE: Rates start at just $129/night!

THE CATCH: A seven-night minimum is needed to earn the air credit. Neither offer can be combined with the resort’s dive packages.

THE DETAILS: Check out Divi’s website to book the low rates, but you can only score the air credit by calling 877-459-3484.

WE’VE GOT MORE: For general trip-planning information, see our new Bonaire Travel Guide.

Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates and travel deals on flights to Bonaire.