The deal
The easily-accessible Bahamian archipelago's beautiful sands, barrier-reef-rimmed waters and nearly year-round sunshine are Caribbean-worthy, if not technically "Caribbean." What's more, the prime beach season stretches through spring, since temperatures aren't as high as they are on other popular island outposts.

ShermansTravel.com’s trusted sponsor, CheapCaribbean.com, is offering $200 off spring and summer vacations of three nights or longer, including airfare, for as little as $299.

All package prices include $200 mail-in rebate or $200 instant savings.

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Comfort Suites Paradise Island vacation from $299
Glitzy casinos, shopping and nightlife define popular Paradise Island and guests of the Comfort Suites can enjoy full access to all the facilities available at the nearby Atlantis mega-resort, including the lazy river ride, golf-putting courses, waterslides, and the Caribbean’s largest casino. Book any three-night package at this resort and you’ll also receive a free room upgrade and continental breakfast.

Package rates start at just $299, after $200 mail-in rebate. Book by March 25; travel through Dec. 15.

Paradise Island Harbour Resort all-inclusive from $429
Just across the harbor from Nassau, this well-placed beach resort offers affordable and convenient accommodations near Paradise Island’s hottest restaurants and shops. All-inclusive rates at this family-friendly resort cover all meals, drinks, and free use of the fitness center, tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball hoop, and snorkeling gear rentals.

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Rates for three-night air-inclusive vacations start at $429. Book by March 24; travel by Aug. 21.

Breezes Bahamas 3-night getaway from $559
This “super-inclusive” resort is located right on Cable Beach not far from some of the best bars and nightlife in the Bahamas. The resort offers exciting onsite recreation like a 30-foot climbing wall, trapeze, and tennis courts.

All-inclusive three-night packages start at just $559, and include accommodations in a Deluxe Gardenview room, airfare, airport transfers, and even gratuities. (Package not included in rebate offer.) Book by March 25; travel by Aug. 14.

The dollars
Based on double occupancy. Taxes and fees are additional.

The catch
Sunscreen and shades not included.

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