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This week, I'd like to highlight 10 of our best-selling resorts. In no particular order, these are some of the most popular choices among Vacations To Go customers based on recent reservations.

They are located along the beaches of Mexico, the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas and Aruba. Nine are all-inclusive, which means that accommodations, meals, snacks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and many sports and activities are included in the price paid upfront.

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Hotel Riu Santa Fe, Los Cabos, Mexico -- There's water, water everywhere for guests of this 4.5-star, all-inclusive resort. A strip of swimming pools -- two for adults, plus a third reserved for kids -- bisects the property and offers accompanying Jacuzzis, swim-up bars and lounge chairs. Follow the sound of crashing surf to the south side of the property; here, you'll find Riu Santa Fe's private stretch of Pacific Coast sands. Finish a day of swimming and sun at one of five on-site restaurants or the resort's disco, Pacha.

Melia Caribe Tropical, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic -- This 5-star, family-friendly escape sits on Bavaro Beach, a 24-mile-long stretch of sand often hailed as the prettiest place on the island of Hispaniola. All-suite accommodations and two on-site spas offer a luxurious getaway for adult guests; meanwhile, kids flock to Flintstones-themed attractions to be entertained by Fred, Dino and the rest of the Bedrock gang. When it's time for togetherness at the all-inclusive resort, families have seven swimming pools and 13 restaurants at their disposal.

Grand Oasis Cancun, Cancun, Mexico -- Located in the center of the Hotel Zone in Cancun, this 4-star, all-inclusive resort offers convenient access to the area's shopping, restaurants and nightlife. There's plenty to see and do right on the property, too. Active guests can stay busy playing tennis, snorkeling or golfing at the resort's on-site, par 3 course. Going hungry is not an option here -- there are more than a dozen places to eat and drink, including restaurants that specialize in Italian, Mexican, Asian and Brazilian cuisines.

Excellence Punta Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic -- A 5.5-star property that wraps dance lessons, horseback rides, snorkeling tours and yoga classes into its all-inclusive vacation package, the kids-free Excellence Punta Cana is a favorite among active couples looking for an engaging getaway. Two pools, eight a la carte restaurants, 10 bars, a casino, spa and cardio-conditioning facility round out the list of on-site amenities.

Great Parnassus Resort & Spa, Cancun, Mexico -- This 4.5-star, all-inclusive resort is ringed by the calm waves of Cancun's Playa Delfines. The property offers a number of age-appropriate amenities for kids -- a baby play group, Treasure Island-themed water park, mini-golf course and teens-only disco. Five swimming pools, five bars and an assortment of private Jacuzzis are scattered throughout the property. In the evening, choose from the 10 restaurants on site.

Breezes Bahamas by SuperClubs, Nassau, Bahamas -- The sugar-white sands of Cable Beach are the star attraction of this all-inclusive resort, but guests also have access to a climbing wall, karaoke bar, "bouncy boxing" facilities and other unique perks of SuperClubs' "Super-Inclusive" program. The 4-star Breezes Bahamas offers a kids-free atmosphere and is a short walk from Nassau's lively entertainment district, where casinos, nightclubs and cocktail bars cater to international tourists.

El Dorado Royale, Playa del Carmen, Mexico -- This 5-star, kids-free retreat is noted for its gourmet all-inclusive program, with specialty restaurants and 24-hour room service. Those looking for a truly relaxing getaway might opt for a swim-up suite that fronts a "lazy river" pool system, so you can step off your patio right into a cool current. More than a dozen other swimming pools are scattered around the resort. Kayaking trips, scuba clinics and complimentary use of resort bicycles are offered.

Atlantis Paradise Island, Paradise Island, Bahamas -- This 5-star, 2,300-room mega-resort offers an overwhelming array of activities and amenities in a single hotel complex. Atlantis delights with multiple swimming pools, a 63-acre water park and access to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Bahamas. Guests also will find more than 20 restaurants and bars, the Balinese-inspired Mandara Spa and the largest casino in the Caribbean.

Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort Aruba, Palm Beach, Aruba - This 4-star, all-inclusive resort, set on a quarter-mile stretch of Aruba's famous Palm Beach, recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation that touched nearly every corner of the property. Families with kids of all ages will enjoy the abundant activities and amenities available here, from the included non-motorized water sports to the new children's facility offering supervised, age-appropriate fun. There's also a health club, spa and casino.

Sandos Playacar Beach Resort, Playa del Carmen, Mexico -- Inspired by its surroundings on the Mayan Riviera, this 4.5-star property offers hacienda-style accommodations ringed by thatched palapas and freshwater swimming pools. On-site amenities at the all-inclusive property include seven restaurants, four bars, a nightclub and ample children's facilities, and it also offers easy access to the region's top tourist attractions, such as the archaeological sites of Tulum and Coba, and the local water park, Xcaret.

Here are this week's Top Tropical Resort Deals, our favorite picks during the next 90 days at the world's most popular destinations. To obtain air-inclusive quotes from US gateways, simply click on any FastDeal # below, select your airport city and click "Search Hotels & Flights."

Top 10 Budget Resort Deals

1) Yucatan Mexico, 4 nights at Oasis Cancun, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Cancun, arriving January 2, starting at $394 per person based on double occupancy ($788 per room), FastDeal #R10196

2) Dominican Republic, 7 nights at Riu Taino, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Punta Cana, arriving December 5, starting at $404 per person based on double occupancy ($808 per room), FastDeal #R10187

3) Canada, 4 nights at Century Plaza Hotel & Spa, a 3-star resort in Vancouver, British Columbia, arriving December 24, starting at $276 per person based on double occupancy ($552 per room), FastDeal #R10188

4) United States, 4 nights at Doubletree Hotel Sonoma Wine Country, a 3-star resort in Sonoma, California, arriving February 11, starting at $361 per person based on double occupancy ($722 per room), FastDeal #R10172

5) Jamaica, 7 nights at Point Village, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Negril, arriving December 12, starting at $424 per person based on double occupancy ($848 per room), FastDeal #R10197

6) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at Oasis Palm Beach, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Cancun, arriving January 9, starting at $469 per person based on double occupancy ($938 per room), FastDeal #R10195

7) British Virgin Islands, 7 nights at Lambert Beach Resort, a 3-star resort in Tortola, arriving December 16, starting at $471 per person based on double occupancy ($942 per room), FastDeal #R10184

8) Pacific Mexico, 7 nights at Allegro Nuevo Vallarta by Occidental, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Puerto Vallarta, arriving January 23, starting at $557 per person based on double occupancy ($1,114 per room), FastDeal #R10147

9) Aruba, 7 nights at The Mill Resort & Suites a 3-star resort on Palm Beach, arriving January 30, starting at $582 per person based on double occupancy ($1,164 per room), FastDeal #R10166

10) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at ClubHotel Riu Tequila, a 3-star All-Inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen, arriving January 16, starting at $654 per person based on double occupancy ($1,308 per room), FastDeal #R10142

Top 10 Moderate Resort Deals

1) Hawaii, 7 nights at Outrigger Reef on the Beach, a 4-star resort in Honolulu, Oahu, arriving February 13, starting at $630 per person based on double occupancy ($1,260 per room), FastDeal #R10026

2) Jamaica, 7 nights at Breezes Trelawny Resort & Spa, a 3.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Runaway Bay, arriving January 30, starting at $699 per person based on double occupancy ($1,398 per room), FastDeal #R10202

3) Pacific Mexico, 7 nights at Melia Cabo Real All Inclusive Beach & Golf Resort, a 4.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Los Cabos, arriving December 19, starting at $769 per person based on double occupancy ($1,538 per room), FastDeal #R10017

4) Yucatan Mexico, 4 nights at Club Med Cancun, a 3.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Cancun, arriving December 10, starting at $784 per person based on double occupancy ($1,568 per room), FastDeal #R10001

5) Turks & Caicos, 4 nights at Club Med Turkoise, a 3.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Providenciales, arriving November 30, starting at $784 per person based on double occupancy ($1,568 per room), FastDeal #R10006

6) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at ME Cancun, a 4.5-star resort in Cancun, arriving January 2, starting at $769 per person based on double occupancy ($1,538 per room), FastDeal #R10030

7) British Virgin Islands, 7 nights at Long Bay Beach Resort and Villas, a 4.5-star resort in Tortola, arriving January 16, starting at $858 per person based on double occupancy ($1,716 per room), FastDeal #R10041

8) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at Gran Caribe Real Resort & Spa, a 3.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Cancun, arriving February 6, starting at $879 per person based on double occupancy ($1,758 per room), FastDeal #R10024

9) St. Lucia, 7 nights at Almond Smugglers Cove, a 3.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Castries, arriving December 5, starting at $910 per person based on double occupancy ($1,820 per room), FastDeal #R10028

10) Barbados, 4 nights at Almond Casuarina Beach Club, a 4-star All-Inclusive resort in Christ Church, arriving January 7, starting at $948 per person based on double occupancy ($1,896 per room), FastDeal #R10225

Top 10 Luxury Resort Deals

1) Bahamas, 4 nights at Atlantis Paradise Island, a 5-star resort on Paradise Island, arriving December 3, starting at $668 per person based on double occupancy ($1,336 per room), FastDeal #R10071

2) Jamaica, 4 nights at Beaches Sandy Bay, an All-Inclusive resort in Negril, arriving December 17, starting at $786 per person based on double occupancy ($1,572 per room), FastDeal #R10064

3) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at Azul Sensatori Hotel, a 5-star All-Inclusive resort in Cancun, arriving December 12, starting at $978 per person based on double occupancy ($1,956 per room), FastDeal #R10061

4) Jamaica, 4 nights at Breezes Grand Negril Resort & Spa, a 5-star All-Inclusive resort in Negril, arriving February 11, starting at $954 per person based on double occupancy ($1,908 per room), FastDeal #R10068

5) Pacific Mexico, 7 nights at Barcelo Karmina Palace, a 5-star All-Inclusive resort in Manzanillo, arriving December 29, starting at $1,064 per person based on double occupancy ($2,128 per room), FastDeal #R10099

6) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at The Royal in Playa del Carmen, a 5-star All-Inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen, arriving January 16, starting at $1,139 per person based on double occupancy ($2,278 per room), FastDeal #R10243

7) Aruba, 7 nights at Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino, a 5-star resort on Palm Beach, arriving January 9, starting at $1,149 per person based on double occupancy ($2,298 per room), FastDeal #R10104

8) Jamaica, 7 nights at Sandals Dunn's River Villaggio Golf Resort & Spa, an All-Inclusive resort in Ocho Rios, arriving February 6, starting at $1,209 per person based on double occupancy ($2,418 per room), FastDeal #R10063

9) Dominican Republic, 7 nights at Excellence Punta Cana, a 5.5-star All-Inclusive resort in Punta Cana, arriving January 30, starting at $1,235 per person based on double occupancy ($2,470 per room), FastDeal #R10078

10) Yucatan Mexico, 7 nights at El Dorado Royale, a 5-star All-Inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen, arriving January 23, starting at $1,374 per person based on double occupancy ($2,748 per room), FastDeal #R10057

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R. Alan Fox
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