Sunwing Vacations is offering more vacation packages departing directly from Winnipeg with the introduction of two new weekly, direct flight services this winter bringing the number of destinations offered by the tour operator from Winnipeg to 15. New for this coming season are Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic and Mazatlán in Pacific Mexico along with the tour operator’s established line up including Cancun, Mexico; Punta Cana, D.R. and Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Departing Thursdays between December 15 and March 30, 2017 the new service makes Puerto Plata’s impeccable beaches, outstanding golf courses, and varied watersports available to Winnipeg travellers. Customers that opt for Mexico’s picturesque Pacific Coast can take advantage of a weekly Friday flight service between December 15, and March 31, 2017. Dubbed the ‘Pearl of the Pacific’, Mazatlán combines a fascinating old town with excellent whale watching opportunities and 17 km of sandy coastline to explore.
Andrew Dawson, president of Tour Operations for Sunwing Vacations said, “We are pleased to offer our customers from Winnipeg even more choice this coming winter. Both these destinations appeal to vacationers looking for a fun-filled beach getaway at a price that won’t blow the travel budget and we are certain that they will prove popular amongst Winnipeg residents.”
The news was also welcomed by Pascal Bélanger, vice-president & chief commercial officer of the Winnipeg Airports Authority who said, “These new destinations will add to the variety of great vacation options offered to our community. Warm-weather destinations have never been more popular, and travellers will now have access to even more choices as they make their vacation plans to Mexico or the Dominican Republic."
Sunwing Vacations has a wide selection of resorts in both destinations to suit a number of tastes and budgets.
Vacationers wishing to experience Puerto Plata this winter need look no further than Riu Merengue. Nestled within the verdant mountainside, this beachfront resort features has all the elements to ensure a fun-loving beach getaway for all ages and includes a complimentary kids club, daily activities and nightly entertainment, as well as complimentary water sports (such as kayaking and snorkelling) and access to the world-class Playa Dorada Golf Club. Situated near the Golden Zone in Mazatlán, Riu Emerald Bay boasts spacious rooms and suites with a balcony or terrace, complimentary land and water sports, kids club and a selection of international cuisines at the resort’s four specialty restaurants, and is within close proximity to Playa Brujas, renowned for its excellent surfing and body boarding conditions.
All guests staying at RIU Hotels & Resorts can look forward to a number of generous inclusions such as a welcome cocktail upon arrival, unlimited dining at specialty restaurants, in-room liquor dispenser, spa credits and more.