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Escape Inflation: Win An $11,500 Luxury Golf Trip To Barbados For Free

By Freebie Mom · Updated October 1, 2025 · Travel · Sweepstakes

Let’s be honest: The cost of a “simple” family vacation has skyrocketed. Flights are up, hotels are up, and just breathing the air at a resort seems to cost money these days. For many of us, a luxury Caribbean getaway feels like a distant dream.

But dreams do come true, especially when Mount Gay Rum is footing the bill. They have just launched the “Ultimate Golf Excursion,” and the prize package is valued at a staggering $11,500.

THE GRAND PRIZE:
“Round-trip airfare, 3 nights in a luxury hotel, VIP distillery tours, and golf in beautiful Barbados. Plus $500 spending money.”

1. Why Barbados? Why Now?

Barbados isn’t just a beach destination; it is the birthplace of rum. Mount Gay has been distilling there since 1703. Winning this trip isn’t just about sitting on the sand; it’s about experiencing history with a VIP tour that money often can’t buy.

Included in the prize is a round of golf for two. Even if you aren’t a pro golfer, playing 18 holes surrounded by Caribbean ocean views is a bucket-list experience that usually costs hundreds of dollars per person.

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That is a total of 8 chances to win something valuable.

3. How To Enter (Daily!)

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✈️ Grand Prize: Trip to Barbados ($11,500 Value)

⛳ 1st Prize: Golf Swag Bag (3 Winners)

🎒 2nd Prize: Golf Bag (4 Winners)

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 21 years or older. Ends 1/1/2026.

Sponsor: Rémy Cointreau USA, Inc.
Grand Prize: Trip for 2 to Barbados (ARV $11,500).
Winner Selection: Random Draw on or about January 2, 2026.
Travel must be taken within 8 months of acceptance.

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