Sherman's Travel

The dog days of summer may be upon us, but RockResorts is looking to cool you down with its winter getaway deals featuring savings of 25 to 50 percent, and rates starting at $85 per night at locations around the U.S. and the Caribbean.

Already dreaming of snow? Book now for the lowest rates at The Arrabelle at Vail Square or The Lodge at Vail, RockResorts’ establishments near Vail, Colorado, where you’ll find excellent back-country skiing and snowboarding. At nearby Beaver Creek, the group’s Osprey and The Pine Lodge also offer activities like snowshoeing, dog sledding, sleigh rides, and hot air ballooning. Read more

RockResorts and Vail Resort Hospitality start the 96-hour sale today, with participating hotel rates starting as low as $96 per night! Ski enthusiasts can start planning winter adventures now and save in world-class ski destinations like Vail, Teton Village, Breckenridge, Lake Tahoe, and Aspen, to name a few. For those not ready to see summer slip away, resorts in St. Lucia, Costa Rica, Miami, the Bahamas, and more are participating in the deal, offering the best of both worlds. Book by Wednesday August 31, 2012 for travel through April 30, 2012.

THE VALUE: Savings varies by resort, but here’s some that caught our eye:
35% Off at the Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colorado
40% Off at the Snake River Lodge & Spa, Teton Village, Wyoming
50% Off at the Pines Lodge, Beaver Creek, Colorado
65% Off at the Alma del Pacific, Costa Rica

THE CATCH: Rates are based on availability and blackout dates apply.

THE DETAILS: To book your stay, visit www.RockResorts.com.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Check out our Travel Guides to find the destination that matches your vacation dreams.

We love RockResorts – some of our favorite properties include the new Balcones del Atlantico in the Dominican Republic, The Arrabelle at Vail Square, La Posada de Santa Fe in New Mexico – and this summer you can score outrageously low rates at these high-end hotels. The summertime offer is available at 12 RockResorts, starting from $106/night, for stays through November 17 (date can vary depending on property). Discount rates must be booked by August 31.

THE VALUE: Yes, it’s the off season in Vail (still a lovely time to visit for outdoor mountain adventure, FYI), but when you think that rates at The Arrabelle go for $749/night in winter, (oh my gosh) this is a deal! Here’s a list of discounted starting rates:

• The Arrabelle at Vail Village, Vail, Colorodao, from $153
• The Lodge at Vail, Vail, Colorado, from $127
• The Pines Lodge, Vail, Colorado, from $106
• Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colorado, from $299
• The Osprey at Beaver Creek, Beaver Creek, Colorado, from $112
• The Pines Lodge, Beaver Creek, Colorado, from $106
• Snake River Lodge & Spa, Jackson, Wyoming, from $168
• La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, Santa Fe, New Mexico, from $180
• Tempo Miami, Miami, Florida, from $199
• Balcones del Atlantico, Dominican Republic, from $279.20
• Half Moon, Jamaica, from $250
• The Landings St. Lucia, St. Lucia, from $299

THE CATCH: Summer and fall means heat and potential rain in the Caribbean, but with a plush room, breezy balcony, ocean within steps – and the satisfaction of scoring a half-price vacation – who cares.

THE DETAILS: Visit www.summertimerocks.com or call 1866-513-7625.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find low rates on flights.

Yesterday, RockResorts kicked off a 96-hour sale offering nightly rates as low as $96 at a selection of their resorts! Take off to Colorado or Wyoming for spectacular spring skiing, or hit the beach in Miami, St. Lucia, and Jamaica, and enjoy some long-awaited sunshine and relaxation. Other destinations include Santa Fe, Costa Rica, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic. At RockResorts guests can expect luxury accommodations, state-of-the-art spas, and an eclectic mix of outdoor adventures, based on location. Travel is valid seven days a week through January 31, 2012. This sale ends on Friday, April 1 at 2 p.m. EST and rates are based on availability.

THE VALUE: We found rates with discounts of more than 30 percent at the Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica, as well as the Jackson Lake Lodge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming!

THE CATCH: Blackout dates apply.

THE DETAILS: To see the participating RockResorts and to book your stay, visit www.rockresorts.com.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Check out our Travel Guides to see what destination fits you the best.

Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find low rates on flights to the destination of your choice!