Top destinations that give Canadians more of what they want

Published on : December 23, 2022
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It’s no secret, we love making your all inclusive vacation dreams come true and we’re always looking to make the experience better for you. For Canadians intending to travel in the new year, we recently discovered that half are down with an all inclusive! Not only that, the destination is the leading consideration, with beautiful beaches, amenities, cultural experiences and unique adventures following suit! Because you love travel, we’ll keep on delivering MORE excitement in paradise and MORE ways to get to your top spots under the sun. Keep reading and find out which destinations Canadians love – and how easy it is to get there with Sunwing!

Yah bud, swap the Atlantic Coast for southern shores

When we asked Canadians what they look for in their vacation destination, more than one third said that a breathtaking beach is a must. If you’re looking to escape Atlantic Canada’s harsh winter winds, we’ve got you covered with weekly flights to Punta Cana from Halifax, Gander, Deer Lake and more eastern gateways! With 50 kilometres of coastline, there’s a stretch of shore for every traveller with stunning white sands, crystal-clear waters and the Dominican’s unique personality. Celebrate in style on Punta Cana’s liveliest beach when you stay at Riu Palace Punta Cana, one of the best all inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic!

The Prairies and Central Canada assemble on the Cancun strip

Did you know one in five Canadians who plan to sashay away to their vacay listed resort amenities as a leading consideration when booking? Cancun is top dog when it comes to prime all inclusive Mexico vacations with stellar resort amenities. Go from Ottawa, Hamilton, Regina and smaller airports in Canada’s central and prairie provinces to unbeatable views at Level 18 Rooftop Cabana Lounge above Royalton CHIC Cancun An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort Adults Only, equipped with an infinity pool, restaurant and bar. Travelling with the brood? Get blockbuster getaways at Planet Hollywood Cancun An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort with a star-studded lineup of water slides, FlowRider® and Planet Play ($) fun and celeb-worthy dining!

Quebecers get a taste of the Old World in the Caribbean

You heard it here – 31% of Canadians intending to travel want an all inclusive vacation destination with a thriving culture and history. Combining the best of both with sun and sand, Mazatlán and Varadero come to the table with all that Mexico and Cuba have to offer – especially for Québécois travellers with Sunwing winter flights out of Montréal, Québec City and Bagotville. Explore iconic sites in Mazatlán’s historic downtown district like the Mazatlán Cathedral, Angela Peralta Theater and Mazatlán Art Museum before returning to El Cid Marina Beach. Or, get intimate with your surroundings from the boutique Mystique Casa Perla by Royalton, perfectly positioned with downtown Varadero and other Cuban hot spots like Havana and Cienfuegos nearby!

From the peaks of the Rockies to the depths of the jungle

Adventure – another buzz word today! Canadians on the western edge can go on some of the best adventures with easy flights down south. Travellers flying from Edmonton and Calgary can swap mountain views for lush jungle settings in Costa Rica, one of the most biodiverse regions in the tropics where they can explore national parks, go river rafting and do more of what they love when they vacay at Azura Beach Resort, made for boutique adults only escapes! Those in Vancouver can stay on the coast and make Pacific Mexico their playground with thrilling jungle adventures in Puerto Vallarta and stay at the family-friendly Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive and Spa where every day brings a good time!

To find out what inspires our customers to book their hard-earned getaways, Sunwing conducted a nationwide survey of over 1,500 members of the Angus Reid Forum, representing both English and French Canada.