With direct flights from Montreal starting in December, Sunwing is touting a new destination in its roster: San Andres. Located closer to the coast of Nicaragua, but belonging to Colombia, the popular “island paradise” is known for its rich culture, white-sand beaches, coconut palms, year-round summer weather and some of the best diving conditions in the world.

Sunwing packages feature Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, with six properties within minutes of the Caribbean Sea, downtown San Andres, and the airport, and with easy access to restaurants and bars in town for local flavour.

“We’re thrilled to be adding more diverse destinations to our lineup that our customers can book this winter, including San Andres in Colombia,” says Lyne Chayer, GM of Sunwing Vacations Quebec. “With beautiful beaches, natural cays that are great for diving and snorkelling, sunny skies and welcoming people… we’re excited for our customers to experience the richness of Colombia in this beach destination this winter and share in our love of San Andres.”

With multiple cays, sandbanks, and greenspace to explore, San Andres is a hub for nature lovers. Sunseekers can discover the popular shores of Playa Spratt Bight, while ocean lovers will enjoy underwater adventures in the “Sea of Seven Colours” with nearly 40 diving sites and well-preserved coral reefs. Plus, Botanic Gardens is a sprawling space in the island’s centre where the vegetation dates back to the dinosaur era.

San Andres is also home to a multicultural community blending Anglo-Caribbean Raizal and Colombian cultures at local restaurants, bars, and boutique shops with authentic Colombian keepsakes.

Decameron properties on the island include Decameron Marazul, Decameron Maryland, Decameron Aquarium, Decameron San Luis, Decameron Los Delfines and Decameron Isleno, which Sunwing declares are ideal choices for the ultimate laidback escape.

Customers can expect the same variety of amenities and services with Decameron in San Andres that the brand is known for in the other destinations it serves, including Mexico, Jamaica, and Panama.

Families can enjoy the pool, the beach or resort-offered water sport activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkelling, plus mini scuba diving courses in the pool.

And couples can find their zen with soothing face and body treatments at the spa on property or relax by the beach bar with a drink in hand.

Guests have a variety of dining options and a la carte restaurants with international favourites, and entertainment is offered throughout the day and at night

Sunwing will fly to the destinations on Wednesdays starting Dec. 14, with the possibility of more flights being added for the winter season if demand dictates.