Nurses, Here's How You Can Win a Free 3-Night Tropical Vacation For Giving Tuesday
- CheapCaribbean is giving away 25 three-night beach vacations in honor of its 25th anniversary.
- Nurses and other healthcare workers are eligible to apply.
- The winners will be drawn on or around December 2, 2025.
CheapCaribbean Vacations is celebrating its 25th anniversary by giving back to those who give so much to others.
As part of their "Thankful for Our Heroes" Giveaway for Giving Tuesday, the travel company is handing out 25 free three-night stays at select RIU Hotels & Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. And yes, nurses are front and center among the lucky professionals eligible for these tropical escapes.
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This isn’t just another “thanks for all you do” gesture—it’s a chance to truly recharge. Nurses have been navigating some serious challenges lately, from staffing shortages to pandemic fallout. CheapCaribbean’s giveaway feels like a well-earned reward for the emotional, physical, and mental labor nurses pour into their work daily.
Nurses Need Rest, Not Just Recognition
As of May 2024, the American Association of College of Nurses reports that as many as 60% of acute care nurses in the U.S. are experiencing burnout. The issues facing nurses are so serious, in fact, that the majority of acute care nurses cited are considering leaving their jobs.
Of course, one vacation won't fix the systemic issues that nurses face, but let's be honest: it certainly won't hurt either!
Vacations aren't just for fun either, especially in a high-stress job like nursing. Research backs this up, showing that even short vacations can improve cognitive function, emotional regulation, and job satisfaction for healthcare workers.
In other words, a few days of sunshine and ocean breezes can work wonders for your brain and your heart.
The Giveaway Details
CheapCaribbean’s giveaway includes three-night stays for two at participating RIU Resorts, with an estimated prize value of $2,000. That means nurses can bring someone special—a partner, family member, or friend—to share the experience. It’s a nod to the support systems that keep nurses going through tough times. After all, who better to enjoy a frozen drink and some beach time with than the people who’ve been there for you?
Nurses are eligible for the giveaway, of course, but it's also open to other healthcare professionals, first responders, teachers, and military members. Plus, family members can submit a nomination on your behalf. (It's the least they can do after texting you all their 3 AM health questions, right?)
Nurses interested in applying should act fast—the winner will be drawn on or around December 2, 2025, according to the official rules.
And speaking of rules, here are a few you should know right off the bat:
- You have to be 21 years or older.
- You'll need to include your CheapCaribbean Heroes Club enrollment status (verified by SheerID).
- One entry per email is allowed.
- Transportation and other expenses are not included.
The full details, including the application link, are available on CheapCaribbean’s website.
This could be your chance to swap your scrubs for swimsuits and your gloves for sandals. And hey, if you win, feel free to invite your favorite Nurse.org writer along for the trip!
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