Trying to pick a summer beach destination is basically a part-time job at this point. Cancun or Cabo? Punta Cana or Puerto Rico? Every option looks perfect until you open the next tab and see something even better. Marriott just made that decision a little more fun, and a lot more affordable, by rolling out fresh deals across its Caribbean and Mexico properties.
The timing lines up with what many Americans are already feeling. Summer travel plans are locking in earlier than usual this year, and beach destinations south of the border keep pulling ahead as the go-to move. Whether it’s a family trip, a couples getaway or a solo reset, resorts across the region are leaning into that demand with real perks instead of just pretty photos.
The numbers back it up, with summer flight searches already running 9% ahead of last year and interest in the Caribbean specifically up 15%. People aren’t just dreaming about these trips anymore; they’re booking them.
Here’s where some of the best deals are landing right now.
The St. Regis Cap Cana just made its debut
The Dominican Republic’s newest luxury address is officially open, set along white sand beaches next to a championship golf course. It’s The St. Regis Cap Cana, and if you want to be first to post it, now’s the time.
Solaz Los Cabos launches a 6-venue food journey
Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort in Los Cabos, just rolled out its Inclusive Gastronomic Journey, spanning six distinct dining venues built around Baja California flavors. Book the More Days, More Memories promo with code S6058 and stretch the stay for extra value.
Marriott Cancun offers free stays for kids under 12
Families booking Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort get free stays for children under 12 this summer, plus the option to add a day trip to its sister property, Almare, in Isla Mujeres for snorkeling and island time.
St. Kitts Marriott adds free sunset yoga to its package
The Summer Escape package at St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino packs in ocean-view rooms, daily breakfast, a welcome bottle of wine and spa credit. Free sunset yoga by the water is the bonus nobody complains about.
Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas pairs preferred rates with a Catamaran day
Book through Marriott’s STARS preferred rates using code S72 at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas and add a catamaran excursion aboard the resort’s own Lady Lynsey II for a proper island day out.
Salterra brings barefoot luxury to South Caicos
Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in South Caicos, is built around a barefoot luxury concept, with architecture inspired by the island itself. This one’s for travelers chasing something quieter and less crowded.
There’s more where this came from
These are six of more than a dozen deals Marriott has running across the Caribbean and Mexico this summer. A few more worth a look:
- Aloft San Juan, Puerto Rico.
- La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection.
- JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa.
- Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta.
- W Mexico City.
If none of the six above fit your dates or your vibe, there’s a good chance one of these does. Worth a quick scroll through Marriott Bonvoy before you lock in your trip.
Mandy is a luxury travel, fine dining and bucket-list-adventure journalist with expert insight from 47 countries. She uncovers unforgettable experiences around the world and brings them to life through immersive storytelling that blends indulgence, culture and discovery, and shares them with a global audience as co-founder of Food Drink Life. Her articles appear on MSN and through the Associated Press wire in major U.S. outlets, including NBC, the Daily News, Boston Herald, the Chicago Sun-Times and many more.