Following Sunwing’s initial winter schedule announcement in September for Canada’s four largest airports, the tour operator has announced increased capacity for the 2022-23 winter season amid continued demand for travel to sun destinations following the government’s removal of all border and travel measures on Oct. 1.

For the first time in over two years, Sunwing is returning to 12 more airports this winter and is now offering flights to the sun from a total of 26 gateways across the country.

In addition to Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Calgary, the carrier will serve major city centres in regions including Atlantic Canada, the Prairies, Northern Ontario, and Quebec with direct flights to sun destinations with overall capacity well over double that of the previous winter season.

In light of the pent-up demand for travel to sun destinations, Sunwing is adding weekly flights from Toronto and Montreal to La Romana, located along the south-eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, starting in December. La Romana is recognized as one of the most popular spots for golfing in the Caribbean and offers a number of all inclusive beachfront resorts that overlook the Caribbean Sea, including the top-rated, family-friendly Iberostar Selection Hacienda Dominicus.

Customers may also opt to stay at nearby Coral Costa Caribe Resort, conveniently located close to Guavaberry Golf and Country Club. Flights from Toronto to La Romana will take place on Sundays starting Dec. 18 until April 2, 2023, and from Montreal on Sundays starting Dec. 4 until April 2, 2023.

“We’re thrilled to see that customer demand for travel this winter is not slowing down but continues to intensify following the government’s removal of travel measures, and we’re meeting customer expectations by continuing to add more routes and destinations for the upcoming season, providing Canadians with more options and greater value on their all-inclusive sun vacations,” says Andrew Dawson, President of Tour Operations for Sunwing.

He adds, “We’re excited to add the beautiful Caribbean destination of La Romana in the Dominican Republic as part of our winter lineup. This is in addition to new and expanding destinations we announced in recent weeks, including Cayo Largo in Cuba, Melbourne in Florida and Freeport in Grand Bahama. We’re already seeing several resorts across the destinations we offer booking up early. With all the pent-up demand for travel, customers should book soon to guarantee their preferred spot in paradise for the busy holiday and winter season.”

The addition of La Romana to Sunwing’s flight schedule follows the announcement of several new and expanding destinations in recent weeks. This includes Cayo Largo, known for its good weather and year-round warm temperatures, plus over 25 km. of white-sand beaches.

From adults-only resorts to family-friendly choices and LGBTQ+ options, there is a hotel to suit every need in Cayo Largo, and options available for stays as early as November onwards, such as all-age Memories Cayo Largo.

Sunwing also has its largest Florida offering ever this year with three destinations now available. This includes flights to Miami and Orlando, plus the newest destination of Melbourne, located along Florida’s Space Coast and offering a historic downtown core with local attractions, beautiful beaches, and ease of access to nearby Port Canaveral for winter cruise sailings.

Flights from Toronto to Melbourne will take place on Saturdays and Wednesdays starting Dec. 10, from Winnipeg on Saturdays starting Dec. 10, and from Halifax on Fridays starting Feb. 10, 2023.

The tour operator is also returning to the destination of Freeport, Grand Bahama, with weekly flights from Toronto and Montreal starting Dec. 17. The destination will be a top choice for those seeking out comfortable temperatures year-round, whether looking for a relaxing beach getaway or exploring at land and sea, from vibrant coral reefs to the winding trails, waterfalls, and fountains at the Garden of the Groves.

Sunwing customers can take advantage of savings of up to 40% during the tour operator’s Save More Event, plus room upgrades at select properties, when they book their vacation package by Nov. 6 for travel between through April 30, 2023.

The tour operator is also offering a limited-time BOGO Seat Sale, where customers can buy one seat and the get second 40% off on new air only bookings made by Nov. 13 for departures through April 30, 2023.