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03/12/2010 07:58 AM

Travel with Val: Spring break

By: Valarie D’Elia

Whether you're planning to party or just relax with the family, there's plenty of deals to be had for spring break. Valarie D'Elia filed the following report.

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Panama City Beach, Florida is a popular spring break destination with its 27 miles of beautiful beaches and variety of places to stay. But if you want to avoid the throngs of college students, check out their website for a handy listing of dates when students are off. When the kids go back to school, families can safely reclaim the seashore.

For more information, visit visitpanamacitybeach.com.

For an all-inclusive experience with savings of up to 68 percent, Occidental Hotels & Resorts is offering nightly rates starting from $54 per person through April 30 at resorts in Aruba, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic and Mexico.

For more information, visit occidentalhotels.com.

Westin St. John’s Volunteer program lets families give back on their spring break. From now through April, Westin St. John will offer a $100 resort credit and transfers for guests who volunteer at nearby Virgin Islands National Park for one day on either a Tuesday or Thursday.

For more information, visit westinresortstjohn.com.

The Outrigger Hotel Group in Hawaii is offering up to 65 percent off its rates for Spring Break at 23 resorts on four islands with stays starting at $79 per night.

For more information, visit outrigger.com.

Spring break marks the end of ski season and the most accessible Colorado resort is Winter Park, within easy reach of Denver. Adults and kids can ski or ride for $49 per day with a three-night resort stay. This is good through March 31.

For more information, visit WinterParkResort.com.