Tops on my suggested destination list for value is one of AirTran's newest destinations - San Juan, Puerto Rico - a passport-free spot in the Caribbean.

From San Juan you can embark on a relaxing resort holiday on the pristine beaches of Rio Grande and Vieques, a soft adventure trip into the national forest and rain forests, a lively getaway with hot nightlife and casino action or as a gateway for a cruise that sails further into the southern Caribbean islands. What's more is that Puerto Rico is pleasantly tropical year-round — and reachable with affordable non-stop flights when you can't beat the winter blues.

Through midnight tonight (July 3rd), AirTran is running a sale to San Juan with one-way rates of $94 valid on trips started on or after August 3 and finished on or before September 30.

This sale rate is valid Mondays-Thursdays with one-way prices of $109 on Fridays-Sundays.

Delta matches this offer with round-trip rates of $188. Inclusive rates (all taxes, fees, surcharges) total $232.80 each. Get going and take advantage of this stunning offer. www.airtran.com or www.delta.com

When it's time to seek out bargains on your land stay, consider renting a condo, a beach cottage or a villa on the island. One source for a number of offers is www.rentalo.com

And naturally, CheapCaribbean is tops for deals at three-star to five-star all-inclusive resorts. www.cheapcaribbean.com