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Stocks may be sinking these days, but one hotelier wants to help keep your vacation plans afloat with an unprecedented promotion in 2009. Between now and December 20th, the upscale chain Elite Island Resorts is offering guests the chance to pay with stock - and to sweeten the deal, the company is rolling back each share's value to the greater, pre-meltdown levels of July 1st, 2008. You can apply up to $5,000 in stock value toward your vacation - enough to fund a weeklong, all-inclusive stay for four at one of the many Elite locations sprinkled throughout the Caribbean - or just use a few shares and pay the difference in cash. It's a flexible, easy way to plan your next escape.With a collection of beachfront properties on Antigua, St. Lucia, Tortola, Grand Cayman, Nevis and the Grenadines, Elite Island Resorts offers everything from budget-friendly hotels to luxury villas and everything in between. There are nearly 100 U.S. stocks accepted in the promotion - the full list of which is posted online, along with the exact July 1st values for each share - and there are no blackout dates for the deal, including holidays and high season weeks. The promotion is based on resort availability and rooms must be booked by January 31st, so guests should act soon to take advantage of the unique offer.Resort rates and stock values vary; see the website for full details and booking options. Vacations must be booked by January 31st to take advantage of the stock credits.www.eliteislandresorts.com>>> Click Here to Check Out More Editor's Picks>>> Click Here to Check Out More Hot Travel Specials!