Escape to a AAA 4-Diamond oasis in the serene Sonoran Desert at 50% off current package pricing. This $129-per-night special at The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson includes $100 in daily extras:

• $50 daily resort credit
• Upgraded room with mountain views
• Waived $20 resort fee (covers self-parking, in-room Internet access, shuttle service to a local shopping center and use of the fitness facility, including classes)

Visit any day of the week through Jan. 15 -- including weekends and holidays.

This resort is wrapping up a $30 million renovation next month that overhauled most amenities including the tennis courts and 27-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course. Other resort highlights include a heated five-pool water complex with waterslide, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa and seven restaurants and lounges.

Not available on: Nov. 13-17; Dec. 3-5, 8