FREE Nights from Barbados to Bali to the Big Island

At top luxury resorts worldwide, the "FREE NIGHT" trend continues. It's even happening at properties we never considered trend-followers. But it's all good news for those who love their luxury travel--and who want more for their money in these tough economic times. Now's the time to take advantage of these special offers at properties from Hawaii to Mexico, Barbados to Vermont, Bali to the Maldives. You get the picture. Below, EliteTravelGal's recommendations on where to go now...for less.

On the Big Island's Kahala Coast, the Fairmont Orchid (pictured) is offering a free 3rd night for every two booked plus a $200 resort credit when booked in oceanview room through Dec. 20.

4th night is free at the new Capella Ixtapa, with rates from $350/night for oceanview room w/private plunge pool. Breakfast and $100 spa credit included when booked through Elite Travel International. 4th night is also free at Las Ventanas al Paraiso in Los Cabos for those booking three nights and arriving Sun-Tues through Dec. 18. Book through Elite Travel International and rates include breakfast, a ceviche/margarita tasting plus upgrade if available.

Third night is free at Twin Farms, VT through mid-September. Translation: Pay only $3,000 per couple for three nights all inclusive (all meals, all drinks, all activities, private cottage accommodations) instead of $4,500. Special perks apply when booking through Elite Travel International.

Barbados' Sandy Lane is offering a complimentary 7th night for 6 booked for stays during June & September. Also new: Kids eat free May through December.

Bali-bound vacationers: Enjoy a free third night at either Four Seasons property (Jimbaran or Sayan), plus breakfast, an upgrade, a resort credit and VIP perks when booking through ETI (a Four Seasons Preferred Partner). NB: Combine the two and enjoy complimentary packing/repacking services and seamless check in/check out.

The list goes on and on, but we'll end today's FREE NIGHT post with a deal at Four Seasons Maldives Kuda Huraa, where every 4th night is free with three booked (making for the perfect 8-night honeymoon/summer getaway for price of only six). This is the spot for a pure private island experience. Even the spa sits on its own private island

For more information or to book these incredible luxury travel deals, email stacy@elitetravelinternational.com or phone 310.979.9036.