Morocco on My Mind: Beaching It at the Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort

Got a case of the Mondays? Fuggedaboutit. Here are some pix that will have you "cubicle dreamin'" about some sultry beaches in a land far, far away. The Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort is a bastion of luxury on the sand in Morocco's lush Palm Bay. Facing the ocean, the resort channels the Kasbah look in its exotic-looking architecture (fountains and riads aplenty). At this year-round resort, you can soak up the sun, get wet with some water sports, play golf and tennis, and get pampered in the spa.

I’d Rather Be Golfing at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson

Hit the links for a round of golf on one of two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses with views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and Ventana Canyon. As if you needed another enticement to visit the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort (besides treatments at the full-service spa and dinner at the Ventana Room, Tucson's only 5-Diamond restaurant)... The resort is offering the "I'd Rather Be Golfing" package. A great value, the package includes luxurious guest accommodations and an exhilarating round of golf. The single occupancy package rate starts at $199, and the double occupancy rate (including accommodations and two rounds of golf) starts from $269 per night.

World’s Best All-Inclusive Resorts: Paradisus Palma Real in the Dominican Republic

We weren't surprised to see the Paradisus Palma Real land on Away.com's list of the best all-inclusive resorts in the world. What's not to love? Perfect palm-fringed beaches, pools lined with Bali style daybeds, oversized suites, and a long list of complimentary all-inclusive amenities that could melt even the hardest of hearts. Think golf, tennis, scuba diving (for certified divers), horseback riding, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and meals at five different a la carte restaurants and two poolside buffets. Did we mention the wine-tasting and salsa classes?

P.S. Kids are welcome.

Rediscover Mauna Kea with the Legacy 500 Offer

Located on the Kohala Coast, Hawaii's legendary resort-- Mauna Kea Beach Hotel-- was founded by Laurance S. Rockefeller in 1965 and has recently undergone a $150 million repair and renovation. Now through December 22, 2009, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel wants you to live like a Rockefeller, thanks to the luxury resort's generous Legacy 500 promotion. For every 3 nights that you stay, you'll enjoy a $500 resort credit good toward dining, golf, spa and more! Book a Golf Vista Room or Higher (rates start at $550 per night), and stay a minimum of three nights, and you'll receive the credit. Use your credit to hit the links at the newly renovated 18-hole championship Mauna Kea Golf Course, indulge in soul-soothing therapies and body treatments at the transcendent new Mauna Kea Spa by Mandara, or dine at the Weekly Luau, traditional Sunday Brunch, and Clambake on the beach. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply, and this offer is not valid with any other special rates.

New Resort on Mexico’s Riviera Maya: Announcing Capella Bahia Maroma

The bathroom looks big enough to sleep in at the swanky Capella Bahia Maroma, the latest resort set to open near Playa del Carmen on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula. Nestled on 250 acres surrounded by mangroves and jungle, the resort has a private golf course and an Auriga Spa. Additonal bragging rights: a perfect mile-long beach with the world's second largest coral reef just off-shore.

Sure-- you can go diving and snorkeling along the reef, or visit the nearby Mayan ruins at Tulum, Chichenitza and Coba. But you may find it hard to tear yourself away from your Mayan-inspired suite, where you can stretch out and enjoy the ocean breeze while listening to tunes (iPod docking stations, LCD televisions, and wireless Internet are found in each of the 86 accommodations). Opening date scheduled for November 2009. 

The Palmyra, A Solis Resort Preps for Its Grand Opening in Montego Bay

So we jumped the gun a little bit on this one. Blame it on our feverish hotel addiction-- we simply can't wait for the opening of The Palmyra, A Solis Resort on the grounds of a former Jamaican plantation in Rose Hall. The latest word on the grand opening is winter/spring 2010 with special introductory rates of $239 per night. The setting: white sandy beaches, lush gardens, and waterfalls against the backdrop of Jamaica's Blue Mountains. Super-swank accommodations coupled with extensive facilities (golf, spa, and all that jazz) promise a superlative luxury hotel experience.

Up Close: The New JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa, Costa Rica

There's a new luxury resort on the scene in Costa Rica: the JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa. Travel expert JohnnyJet was there for the grand opening back in June for what he calls "an incredible resort." (Service= cold towels and water bottles on arrival; rooms=great balconies and lavish bathrooms; restaurants= delish plates served with a smile.) Billed as "one of the most magnificent in Latin America," the ocean-facing resort is outside Tamarindo on the country's west coast.

If you can manage to pull yourself away from your spacious guest room (and luxurious bathroom), you'll find a slew of activities at your fingertips. Discover one of three beaches, surrounded by beautiful rainforest. Sip cocktails on Mansita beach and take in the sunset. There are four restaurants and bars to whet the appetite, and a world-class spa for rejuvenating treatments. Take a swim in the resort pool or hit the 18-hole championship golf course, designed by golf architect Mike Young with the 15th hole overlooking the blue Pacific.

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Sandals Resorts Buys Four Seasons Great Exuma, Rescues the Bahamas Resort

Dropping tourism numbers in the Caribbean has hurt the hospitality industry* this year, even leading to the closure of the Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay. But there's some good news for the luxury resort famous for its Greg Norman-designed golf course and paradise-on-earth setting. Sandals Resorts International is buying "one of the most spectacular pieces of real estate in the Caribbean," to quote CEO Adam Stewart. After injecting $12 million for a makeover, the resort will reopen in January 2010. According to the Associated Press, the enhancements will "include outdoor cabanas for spa treatments, an authentic British pub, a piano bar and a new half-acre pool that will be three times the size of the existing one."

*Now's the time to plan a trip to the Caribbean. Visitors will find steep discounts and special offers throughout the region.

Spend Summer at Torrey Pines and Save

It’s always summer at The Lodge at Torrey Pines. The luxury La Jolla resort is offering a fantastic summer package that is sure to delight the whole family.

The Summer of Fun Attraction Package includes an exclusive 3-for-1 Unlimited Pass for two adults to the world-famous San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld and the Wild Animal Park. The passes are good for 5 days, giving guests plenty of time during their minimum 4-night stay in a Signature Room to visit the attractions at their leisure. Of course, tee times at the adjacent world-class championship golf course South Course are guaranteed for The Lodge at Torrey Pines visitors. Prices start at $399 per night for two adults, subject to availability, and certain terms and restrictions apply. Best of all, the package is available for booking until the end of 2009, so it truly is an endless summer at The Lodge at Torrey Pines.

Get a Taste of American History and Family Friendly Fun at The Williamsburg Inn

Looking for a historic landmark hotel that not only offers an array of family friendly activities but also features two champion golf courses and a full service spa facility? If a trip to a luxurious country inn located in the heart of America's most influential historic colonies strikes your fancy, then book a stay at the Williamsburg Inn. Built in 1937 by John D. Rockefeller, this charming country inn went under full refurbishment in 2001 to ensure that all guests enjoy the most modern and gracious accommodations while partaking in the educational sites and entertaining activities of Colonial Williamsburg.