Island Getaways -- Allen Batista Travel Spotlights Three Fall Packages

By Athanasia Gouvastos

​Are the crystal clear azure waters and white sandy beaches beckoning you to Aruba, Hawaii, and Jamaica?  This fall, Allen Batista Travel, Inc. will offer three socially distant island getaways trips to Jamaica, Aruba, and Oahu to chase stunning sunsets and create memories for a lifetime.

Jamaica Travel Package
Jamaica is known around the world as the birthplace of reggae, as well as for its world-class cuisine and the super premium Blue Mountain coffee.  Savvy travelers will celebrate the island's roots -- a fusion of Arawak, African, Chinese, Indian and European heritage -- with this travel package. 

To enter Jamaica, all travelers must comply with the following CDC guidelines.

• Proof of Covid-19 vaccine and/or negative Covid-19 test results for all travelers within 72 hours before departure. 
• Completion of travel authorization.

Our travel package will enable first-time and repeat travelers to uncover some of the popular tourist attractions.

• Explore the magical Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios or the cascading seven-tiered YS Falls fed by natural streams in the south.
• Soak a wide range of music festivals including the Tony Rebel Salute (January), Bob Marley Birthday Bash (February) Ocho Rios Jazz Festival (June), Reggae Sunsplash (July/August), 
• Swim in the popular Blue Lagoon, made more famous with the popularity of the movie of the same name. 
• Visit the former home of author Ian Fleming and discover his inspiration for writing the James Bond spy series.

This seven days and six nights package costs about $2,300 per person based on double occupancy. Price is subject to change based on availability. 

Aruba Sightseeing Trip
Just off the coast of Venezuela, Aruba is one of the most ethnically diverse populations -- a mix of Amerindian, African, Dutch and Spanish cultures.  The island is known for its tantalizing cuisine such as ami and nasi goreng (stir-fried rice and noodles), lumpia (giant spring rolls), and Dutch treats including bitter ballen (croquets) pepper Aruba’s menu.

To enter Aruba, all travelers must comply with the following CDC guidelines.

• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination
• Negative Covid-19 test results for non-vaccinated travelers

Face masks are mandatory when traveling throughout Aruba.

This travel package transports savvy travelers to the resort town of Palm Beach in the northern coast of Aruba.  Sightseeing attractions can include the following experiences.

• Embark on a half-day city tour to learn about the island’s natural splendors and turbulent history/
• Explore Aruba’s abundant sea life with the unique, non-submergible Seaworld Explorer.
• Uncover historic sites such as Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, Alto Vista Chapel, Casibari Rock Formation, California Lighthouse, just to name a few attractions.
• Relax at Baby Beach, a shallow man-made lagoon with coral beds and calm seas, a favorite for locals and families. 

This seven days and six nights package costs about $2,075 per person based on double occupancy. Price is subject to change based on availability. 

Oahu Travel Package
Fittingly known as “The Gathering Place,” Oahu is known for its pristine Waikiki beaches, distinctive restaurants, and colorful shops to towering cliffs and verdant rainforests.

To enter Hawaii, all travelers must comply with the following CDC guidelines.

• Proof of Covid-19 vaccine or negative Covid-19 test results for all travelers within 72 hours before departure.
• Completion of an online embarkment and disembarkment forms. 
• All customers wishing to enter Oahu restaurants, bars, gyms, and other Oahu establishments will need to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test. This program will remain in effect on Oahu for at least 60 days, until mid-November 2021.

Here are popular sightseeing activities for first-time and repeat travelers

• Soak in the iconic views at Diamond Head, a volcanic tuff cone known to Hawaiians as Lē’ahi. It is known for its historic hiking trail, stunning coastal views, and military history. 
• ​Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center and learn about authentic native villages, lush tropical forests, and captivating hula dancers and entertainers. 

• ​Venture to Kaena Point, on the northwest coast, and wim in the ocean with wild dolphins and sea turtles.  
• Enjoy a horseback ride, and explore Koolau Ranch, a working cattle ranch beneath the verdant Koolau Mountains.  The location has been featured in countless movies and television shows, from Hawaii Five-O to Lost.
• ​Discover the aloha spirit through an array of events such as the Aloha Festival or Hawaii Food & Wine Festival, showcasing a delightful selection of Hawaiian music, food, wine, and spirits.

This seven days and six nights package costs about $1,225 per person based on double occupancy. Price is subject to change based on availability. 

​About Allen Batista Travel, Inc.
Allen Batista Travel Inc. offers extraordinary sightseeing tours where travelers can fully immerse themselves into the breathtaking culture countries have to offer.   Allen Batista Travel also provides savvy travelers with airfare, hotels, cruises, car rentals, and vacation packages.

To book these packages, please email jallen@abtravel.us or call (917) 371-3753. 

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