Have a need to flee the lingering weeks of dreary weather?  Try a last-minute getaway to your favourite hotspot.

Under $1,000


Barcelo Cayo Santa Maria

Where: Santa Clara, Cuba
What: Your Ocean View Junior Suite features a private terrace overlooking the ocean.  The resort hosts 4 bars, 4 restaurants, a sauna and gym.
Price: from $775* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)

Under $1,500


Presidente Intercontinental Cancun Resort

Where: Cancun, Mexico
What: Your Luxury Oceanview Room features deluxe amenities and a special breakfast plan
Price: from $1,212* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)


Allegro Papagayo

Where: Liberia, Costa Rica
What: A Superior Ocean Premium Room includes a fruit plate on arrival, discounts on massages and internet access.  The resort has 2 a la carte restaurants, disco bar and an in-house spa.
Price: from $1,315* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)


Gran Bahia Principe (Royal Golden)

Where: Montego Bay, Jamaica
What: Your Junior Suite (Royal Golden) Room is on the top floor and includes VIP amenities and hydro-massage bathtub. The resort hosts a swim up bar and private Royal Golden lounge
Price: from $1,478* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)

Under $2,000


Paradisus Palma Real Resort

Where: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
What: Your Deluxe Garden View Suite has a living room, whirlpool bathtub, and internet access. Unlimited a la carte dinners are included.
Price: from $1,526* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)

Under $2,500


Occidental Royal Hideaway Ensenachos

Where: Santa Clara, Cuba
What: This resort features a swim up bar, cigar lounge, library and gourmet restaurant.  Your Preference Club Deluxe Room is located in a private section of the resort and includes private bar access, a welcome gift, beach room, and spa discounts.
Price: from $2,164* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)

Are you planning a last-minute getaway?  Which features or amenities are important to you when choosing a vacation destination?

*all prices quoted are for Toronto departures in March and accurate on the date of this article's posting for the room description provided.  Prices will vary by departure city, date of travel, and amenities selected.