Two Days, One night with Fun Baja on Isla Espiritu Santos at an Eco Tourism Camp off the coast of La Paz, Mexico. This overnight stay includes a swim with sea lions, kayaking, hiking and a survivor style reward experience.

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15 day First Class Eurail Pass to travel around Europe. How sweet is this?

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Echo Valley Ranch and Spa A three night stay, at a relaxing spa. Need I say more?

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Aruba
Forget snow, rain or freezing temperatures, and begin thinking about enjoying an Aruba Ariba on Marriott’s Palm Beach. Aruba offers a taste of tropical beaches with a desert twist that will give you an adreneline rush. It’s a great place to escape and have your own adventure.

The Aruba Marriott Resort is offering the following deal. Purchase two nights and get two nights free. This is valid for travel from April 22 to December 21, 2012. Visit arubamarriott.com and enter promotional code D52.

Puerto Rico
Want something a little closer to home? Then plan an escape with Spanish flavor at Marriott’s San Juan Puerto Rico Resort. You can relax and swim on Condado Beach, then visit the El Yunque Rainforest or take a tour of the Barcardi Distillery.

The San Juan Marriott is offering 30% off all reservations. This is valid for travel through December 24 and from April 10 to September 30. Visit marriottsanjuan.com and enter promotional code D3Q.

Costa Rica
Thinking of a more exotic excape? Are you feeling adventurous? Why not head for the Costa Rica Marriott. You can enjoy the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica and experience your own zipline adventure over the rainforest.

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Costa Rica photo credit: Marriott Resorts

One of eleven rooms and suites offered at the Hotel California.
Room Photos Courtesy of the Hotel California and EatLiveTravelWrite

The view from one of the Hotel California suites in Todos Santos, Mexico.

Whether you are an Eagles fan or not, this Baja California Sur town is a gem. It should be on your bucket list. In 2010 Trip Advisor named Todos Santos in their Top Ten Emerging Destinations in the World. Todos Santos was founded in 1723 as a mission. Since the 1980’s there has a been an increased interest in Todos Santos due to highway 19 being built between Cabo San Lucas and La Paz. Todos Santos has become home to artists and craftsman, and there are a number of galleries around town. Exploring Todos Santos feels like uncovering a small gem. I loved the small Nuestra Senora del Pilar de La Paz mission church, and the colorful decor and art that graced this historic town.

Sunflowers and pottery in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

Most of all I was enamored with the Hotel California. We were given a full tour and discovered all of its hidden beauty. The guestrooms and private patios were laid back and beautiful. They offered just the mood for relaxation and romance. To top it off I felt like the Eagles soundtrack played in my head the whole visit. I couldn’t get enough of the place, from the unusual artistic touches and colorful decor throughout the hotel, to the mystery of the Eagles song. I didn’t want to leave. Wishing for your own Eagles moment? The Eagles Hotel California song on YouTube.

Arrive early in the day, to beat the heat. At times as we explored we felt like we’d melt. Eat lunch at the Hotel California and try one of their oversized Margaritas, they offer several flavors including Mango. Make a visit to Nuestra del Pilar de La Paz Mission Church, it is just around the block from the Hotel California. Be sure to save time to explore some of the many art galleries around town.

My visit to Todos Santos was part of a sponsored trip provided by the Mexico Tourism Board. My impressions of Mexico and Todos Santos are my own.