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Sometimes a time-out in mid-winter makes it easier to survive the snowy season with your good mood intact.
No matter what your budget and time restrictions, there's a winter getaway with your name on it.
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SMALL $ - The spa experience.
Wash away your troubles - and winter-induced frown lines - at one of Canada's many world-class spas. Even when the weather outside is frightful, you can be sure that inside will be warm and delightful. Such soul-pampering treatments as hot-stone massage and mud wraps will warm your body and lift your spirits as surely as watching a sunrise over Maui.
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Be prepared for: Primping, pampering and mind-melting massages. Booking it: Staying closer to home means you can spend less on travel and more on you-time. Expect to pay: Tailor the treat to your budget - from $100 for a basic one-hour walk-in massage to $500 or more to surrender yourself for the day.
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MEDIUM $$ - The weekend golf getaway.
With a pleasant year-round climate and more greens (300+) than you can shake a 9-iron at, Arizona may be the perfect state of mind for golfers desperately seeking sunshine. Non-players can while away the hours soaking up the scenic wonders, shopping and spas.
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Be prepared for: That kid-in-a-candy-store feeling when planning tee times, and an active itinerary when you arrive. Booking it: With so many courses to choose from, narrow your search first with the Arizona Golf Association or Golf Arizona sites, or your favourite sport-specific magazine or site. Expect to pay: Hotel and green fees packages can be had in the $500-$1,000 range. Look for discounted flights online.
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LARGE $$$ - The blissed-out Caribbean beach experience.
When you need some serious down-time, a week at a luxury Caribbean resort may be just the ticket. An all-inclusive price tag means the only thing you'll need to think about is whether to choose a lounger by the pool or the ocean. The quality of accommodation and meals sets these resorts a few notches above busier, buffet-style all-inclusives.
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Be prepared for: Breathtaking beaches, ocean sunsets and more unstructured time than you can imagine. Booking it: Travel review websites offer a good way to check out resorts before you book. It's also wise to work with a reliable agent who knows the Caribbean. Expect to pay: Costs will differ with the island you choose and the level of service you desire, but a high-quality island experience can be enjoyed for around $2,000-$3,000 per person.
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RBC Rewards® make it even easier to get away |
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Thinking ahead to next year's great escape? An RBC Royal Bank Visa* card with RBC Rewards can make it more affordable. By using your RBC Royal Bank Visa card for all your purchases, you'll accumulate RBC Rewards points - which you can then redeem for airfare, cruises, tours and package holidays, hotel accommodations, car rentals, and more. The choice is yours.
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Build a travel fund - Get closer to your winter destination with an RBC High Interest eSavings™ account
Safeguard your vacation - Travel HealthProtector® Insurance safeguards your vacation investment.
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