Unwind in a spacious room at a 4-star oceanfront resort in Aruba -- and pay half of the regular price.

This special at Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino covers travel through Dec. 21 -- including Labor Day and Thanksgiving -- and cuts nightly prices to:

• $179 ... adjacent construction room (reg. $379)
• $189 ... garden view room (reg. $429)
• $229 ... premium ocean view room (reg. $529)

Guest rooms are the largest in Aruba at 400 square feet, and come with massive patios or balconies. Other rooms, including junior suites, also are on sale.

Note: The $179 rooms overlook the construction work on an adjacent resort, but guests still have partial ocean views. Marriott's amenities and services aren't affected by the construction. In June and July, these rooms have limited availability: June 5-6, 12, 19-21, 23-25, 27-30; July 9-11, 16, 22-24, 30-31. There's wide availability August 1 - Dec. 21.

Lounge in the lagoon-style pool with a swim-up bar and waterfalls, or sunbathe by the swanky adults-only H2Oasis pool that opened in December. The resort also features Aruba's largest casino (open 24 hours), a Balinese-style spa and six restaurant options (including Ruth's Chris Steak House and a sushi bar).

Not available on: June 14-15, 30; July 1-6; Aug. 9-11; Nov. 1-5