In a rare discount to the posh Caribbean island of Curacao, a vacation to the 4-star Curacao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino -- with air from New York -- has been discounted to $769 per person including taxes.

This deal beats already discounted prices in market and saves 40% on the cost of booking the airfare and hotel separately.

The offer includes:

• Roundtrip flights to Curacao from New York
• Four nights at the Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
• An upgraded oceanview room
• Travel insurance in case of bad weather (a $45 per person value)

The deal from CheapCaribbean.com is available for last-minute departures in June and most dates September-October, plus select dates in November and December. Surrounding dates also are discounted.

About Curacao Marriott: Set on a private beach just 20 feet from a natural coral reef, this 4-star resort features four restaurants, a spa, casino, and a dive and water-sports center. Just 10 minutes from the airport, the hotel offers a free shuttle to downtown Willemstad.