On the Jersey Shore Where: Wave Resort, Long Branch, NJ; 732-612-9283. What’s special: Wave Resort is a 67-room boutique oceanfront property located in the heart of Pier Village, along the Jersey Shore boardwalk, steps from restaurants and shops. Every room features a private terrace with views o f the Atlantic Ocean or Pier Village. The resort offers a variety of dining options, as well as a full-service spa, an oceanfront pool deck, a fitness center, and complimentary beach cruisers. Summer programming includes daily free activities (pool activations, drink tastings, live DJs ), and the property’s rooftop terrace, High Crest, hosts a Fourth of July fireworks viewing party. The deal: “Summer at the Shore,” a Washingtonian exclusive, includes up to 20 percent off the best available rate, and two complimentary drinks at the Lobby Bar. To book, click here and book by August 31. Room rates start at $215 a night after the discount. When: Valid for stays through December 31, 2026. Escape, Recharge, Relax in Puerto Rico Where: Wyndham Palmas Beach and Golf Boutique Resort, Palmas del Mar, Humacao; 787-247-7979. What’s special: Located within the exclusive Palmas del Mar community on Puerto Rico’s southeastern coast, the resort sits in lush tropical gardens and offers spectacular ocean views. The resort features a variety of dining/bar options, an infinity pool, a zero-entry family pool, beach access, two championship golf courses, tennis, pickleball, a fitness center with classes, and wellness experiences. The deal: The “Washingtonian Reader Exclusive” includes a complimentary fourth night free, a $100 resort credit, free sparkling wine upon arrival, and late checkout. Room rates start at $255. To book, use promo code WASHINGTON. When: Valid for stays through December 23, 2026. Beachfront Caribbean Resort Where: Park Hyatt St. Kitts; +1-869-468-1234. What’s special: This luxurious beachfront resort is located on Banana Bay. The contemporary guest rooms, suites, and villas feature expansive floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing views of the ocean and the neighboring island of Nevis. Many of the premium suites and villas have private sundecks and individual plunge or rooftop pools. Guests can indulge in curated dining experiences, unwind at the Sugar Mill Spa Sanctuary (a 37,000 square-foot wellness facility featuring heated plunge pools, and a yoga and meditation room built inside a replica stone sugar mill), swim at one of two pools (a family-friendly beachfront pool and an adult pool), play pickleball, head to the Topgolf Swing Suite, and enjoy non-motorized water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding. Children can have their own fun at the kids’ club. There’s also a ferry to Nevis. The deal: “Curate Your Stay” gives guests staying four or more nights a $500 resort credit to craft their perfect itinerary of culinary, spa, and on-site experiences (cannot be applied to room and related taxes and service charge). You must use the offer code CREDIT for this package to populate as an option. Washingtonian readers may also use the offer code “WASHINGTONIAN” during booking in the Special Requests section, and the resort will add an additional $100 credit to bring the total to $600. Room rates start at $650. Deal must be booked by December 31, 2026. When: Valid for stays through January 7, 2027. Paradise in Mexico Where: SLS Playa Mujeres, Cancun, Mexico; +52-998-313-3716. What’s special: Located on the coastline of Cancun, this luxury all-inclusive resort offers a choice of rooms and suites with swim-out access, sweeping ocean views, or the SLS duplexes with rooftop Jacuzzis. Amenities include more than 15 dining venues, several bars, a spa and golf (extra charge), two 24/7 gyms, an exquisite beach, entertainment, a water playground, four pools, and water sports (non-motorized boats are included). The deal: The “Stay Longer and Save Package” includes up to 15 percent off the best available rate when you stay two nights or more. Washingtonian readers also get a 15 percent spa discount. Click here and use code SLSGGO. The starting package price is $834.65 a night for two people. When: Valid for stays through December 22, 2026.The post 4 Great Travel Deals first appeared on Washingtonian. ...read more read less