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Frommer's 5 Deals: Beijing, Bahamas, Buenos Aires, Cancun & Belize

A land-only package to Belize, a seven-day exploration of Buenos Aires, a three-night escape to Paradise Island, and two more trips to destinations around the world.

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All prices are per person and, if lodging is a component of the package, based upon two people traveling together (unless otherwise noted). See "What's Included" and "What's Not" for details about associated taxes and fees and "Complete Details" for information about travel restrictions and, if available, trip add-ons like sightseeing tours and meal plans. Base-prices, taxes and fees can vary based on point of departure and time of travel.

Destination: Cancun, Mexico
Provider: Liberty travel (tel. 888/271-1584; www.libertytravel.com)


Duration: Three nights
Base Price: $515
Additional Fees: $90
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfers, hotel taxes, and fuel surcharges.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: Through April 10.
Deadline: Book by February 28.
Why this is a Deal: Save 40 percent off regular rates and 25 percent on meals, beverages and spa.
Complete Details: Departures on this trip are midweek from Pittsburgh, Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York. Accommodations are at the Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun. The hotel is on a narrow strip of beach. It has several in-house restaurants, swimming pools, and activities. The hotel is on Boulevard Kukulcan near bars, nightclubs, restaurants, and shopping.

Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Provider: Gate One Travel (tel. 800/682-3333; www.gate1travel.com)
Duration: Seven days
Base Price: $949
Additional Fees: $125
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, daily breakfast, hotel taxes, and fuel surcharges.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: May 4, 11, and 18.
Deadline: Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Why this is a Deal: With flight and hotel, this package comes to $153 per day.
Complete Details: Accommodations for this independent city package to Buenos Aires are at the Waldorf Hotel. The hotel has 120 "superior" quality tourist class rooms. It is located in the Plaza St. Martin near Florida Street, Galerias Pacifico, and the stylish and popular neighborhood of Puerto Madero.

Destination: Beijing, China
Provider: China Spree (tel. 866/652-5656; www.chinaspree.com)
Duration: Seven days
Base Price: $599
Additional Fees: $429
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, daily breakfast, and airport transfers.
What's Not: Fuel surcharges, Visa handling fees, security fees and departure tax.
When: February 14 to March 6.
Deadline: Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Why this is a Deal: You save $200 per person if you pay by cash.
Complete Details: Departing out of the San Francisco area, this independent city tour to Beijing included accommodations at the Beijing Huabin International Hotel. The 464-room property opened in November 2009. It is considered a five-star hotel. The location is within walking distance to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. China Spree or the hotel can help travelers book local sightseeing excursions.

Destination: Paradise Island, Bahamas
Provider: Liberty Travel (tel. 888/271-1584; www.libertytravel.com)
Duration: Three nights
Base Price: $525
Additional Fees: $110
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, all meals, drinks, and snacks, spa discounts, and hotel taxes.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: March 15 to August 31.
Deadline: February 28.
Why this is a Deal: Third night free and 15% off spa services.
Complete Details: This all-inclusive package departs from the Miami area. Accommodations are at the RIU Palace Paradise Island. Other gateways are included, such as Chicago for $699. The hotel is located on three miles of beachfront property. There are four restaurants on the property. The hotel has tennis courts, a fitness center, and beach volleyball courts.

Destination: Belize
Provider: G.A.P. Adventures (tel. 800/708-7761; www.gapadventures.com)
Duration: 15 days
Base Price: $1,020
Additional Fees: $295 to $390
What's Included: Accommodations, sightseeing, local payments, some meals, and English-speaking tourguide.
What's Not: Meal allowance.
When: April 10.
Deadline: Book as soon as possible to ensure spaces on trip.
Why this is a Deal: Save 15% on this last minute deal normally costing $1,199 per person.
Complete Details: Visiting Tikal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, the Belize River, and the barrier reef, this package trip includes beach time, bird watching, hiking, jungle activities, and snorkeling. Accommodations are in hotels and bungalows as well as two nights camping. The trip includes a Spanish lesson, visit to a medicinal garden, tour of Tikal, dinner with a native family, a 3-day jungle canoe trip, and full-day snorkeling on the Belize Barrier Reef. Transportation is by motorboat, van, and public bus. Mention trip code "BHH" when booking.

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