NASSAU, Bahamas -- With the winter chill in full swing and cabin fever setting in, what could be better than a free ticket for a sun-drenched escape?

The Islands Of The Bahamas have just announced the season's hottest offer - FREE companion airfare to a Bahamas island destination of choice. Travelers who book by March 3rd receive free companion airfare for bookings of four nights, allowing for an inexpensive tropical getaway in the middle of the frosty winter months. Choose from more than 40 participating properties throughout Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand Bahama Island and the Out Islands, each offering idyllic crystal-clear blue waters and soft white sand.

In the Out Islands (known for barefoot elegance, endless beaches and pure relaxation), participating hotels include the Abaco Club on Winding Bay and Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina. On Grand Bahama Island (home to assorted ecological wonders and soft adventure activities), participating hotels include the Radisson Our Lucaya Grand Bahama Island and Pelican Bay at Lucaya. Participating hotels on Nassau/Paradise Island (which offers family-friendly activities, fine dining and glamorous nightlife) include Atlantis Paradise Island, the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort and Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island. Travelers can visit Bahamas.com or call 1-800-BAHAMAS to learn about the full listing of participating hotels and to get additional information on how to book the offer.