Dominican Republic Valentine’s Getaway

Casa Colonial Beach & Spa is nestled on the Dominican Republic’s north coast. Its miles of golden-sand beach and crystalline waters are the perfect setting for a romantic Valentine’s getaway. The luxury five-star resort has put together a yummy three-day weekend package designed for relaxation, rejuvenation and rekindling of the romantic flames.

Casa Colonial opened in December 2004 as the first luxury property in Puerto Plata. It was designed as a home or “casa�? and exudes classic Dominican plantation estate allure. The property was the first member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World in the Dominican Republic.

The Spanish colonial-inspired lobby features high ceilings, limestone floors, elegant furnishings in rich woods and sheer cotton draperies. The resort’s 50 spacious guest rooms and suites include private terraces with views of the ocean or the surrounding tropical gardens, some with large outdoor soaking tubs. Each guest room is decorated with mahogany furniture, custom-designed Caribbean furnishings, original paintings reflecting Dominican architecture, comfortable seating areas, flat screen televisions, Italian marble baths and fine linens.

The hotel features two dining venues and bar, including Lucia restaurant. Also on site is Bagua Spa, a fitness center and rooftop infinity pool.

The Romantic Escapade package includes:

Three nights in a junior suite
Bagua Spa treatments, including a togetherness couple’s massage and facial
Candlelit dinner on the beach or en suite served from the hotel’s Lucia restaurant
Private Bath Butler surprise in the suite
Daily American-style breakfast
Round trip transportation to and from Puerto Plata International Airport

Cost: $1,650 per couple, exlcuding VAT and 10 percent service charge
Valid February 14-17, 2008