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Three Ways to Spend December

A Custom Comparison · Prepared Especially For You

Miami luxury, a Caribbean escape in the Dominican Republic, or a Bahamas & Mexico cruise — three completely different ways to spend a few days away this December. Take a look and let me know which one speaks to you.

— Erica

Hilton Grand Vacations Club McAlpin Ocean Plaza Miami

Option 1 · South Beach, Miami
Dec 6 – Dec 12, 2026 · 6 Nights
1 Room for 4 Adults
  • 2 Bedroom, 1 King, 1 Queen Suite w/ Sofabed
  • Ocean Drive, Art Deco District — steps from South Beach
  • Registered historic Art Deco property
Total for Stay
$2,895.90
$2,540.26 room + $355.64 taxes & fees
Non-refundable rate — requires payment up front

Hilton Garden Inn La Romana

Option 2 · La Romana, Dominican Republic
Dec 6 – Dec 12, 2026 · 6 Nights
4 Adults
  • Premium Oceanfront View Room, 2 Queen Beds, 432 sq ft
  • Floor 5/6, private terrace, work desk & coffee maker
  • Overlooking the Caribbean Sea — 130 rooms, restaurant, 2 bars, pool
Total Package Price
$1,624.22
$406.06 per person · incl. shared airport transportation
Non-refundable rate — no cancels/no changes
Doesn't include airfare — I personally use Kayak.com to compare flight pricing and options for you.

Freedom of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Option 3 · 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Dec 12 – Dec 17, 2026 · 5 Nights
4 Adults · Ocean View Balcony Guarantee
  • Amplified ship: The Perfect Storm waterslides, FlowRider, laser tag
  • Sails round-trip from Miami
DatePortTimes
Sat 12/12Miami, FLBoard 4:30 PM
Sun 12/13Nassau, Bahamas7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Mon 12/14Cruising
Tue 12/15Puerto Costa Maya, MX9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Wed 12/16Cruising
Thu 12/17Miami, FLArrive 6:00 AM
Total for All Rooms
$1,389.36
Incl. taxes, fees & port expenses ($189.84 pp)
Contact Erica About One of These Options

Once we've picked a getaway together, we'll go over deposit amounts, payment timelines, and cancellation policies for that specific option.