{"id":63885,"date":"2024-05-22T01:00:02","date_gmt":"2024-05-21T19:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=63885"},"modified":"2024-11-26T23:39:54","modified_gmt":"2024-11-26T18:09:54","slug":"westjet-announces-winter-leisure-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/22\/westjet-announces-winter-leisure-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"WestJet Announces New Winter Leisure Destinations with 737s"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ALBERTA-<\/strong> The WestJet (WS)<\/a> Group has announced an expansion of its network, adding new services to Tulum (TQO)<\/a>, Mexico, and Grenada (GND) in the Caribbean, strengthening its extensive leisure offerings for the winter season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The airline is also increasing its transborder services with new flights from Vancouver (YVR)<\/a> and Winnipeg (YWG) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL), FL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: By BriYYZ from Toronto, Canada – Westjet Boeing 737-700 (W), CC BY-SA 2.0, https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=25906507<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

WestJet New Leisure Destinations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOur strategy to establish the WestJet Group as the leading airline in Western Canada and the national leader in leisure travel is proving successful. We continue to provide the most comprehensive and cost-effective coast-to-coast schedule, tailored to the needs of Canadian travelers,\u201d said John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Canada\u2019s top leisure airline, the WestJet Group will offer more seat capacity to sun destinations this winter than any other airline.\u201d<\/p>John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer.<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\"Beaches
Photo: Alistair Edmondson | Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flights to Tulum and other Cities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The launch of service to Tulum’s new international airport from Calgary and Toronto strengthens WestJet\u2019s status as Canada\u2019s <\/a>premier airline for travel to the Riviera Maya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside this robust schedule, WestJet Vacations will offer packages to 35 major hotels near Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carillo (TQO).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This winter, WestJet will also introduce weekly flights from Kelowna to Mazatl\u00e1n and from Winnipeg to Los Cabos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route<\/td>Frequency<\/td>Start Date<\/td>End Date<\/td><\/tr>
Calgary-Tulum<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>November 9, 2024<\/td>April 27, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Toronto-Tulum<\/td>3x weekly<\/td>November 9, 2024<\/td>April 27, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Kelowna-Mazatl\u00e1n<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>December 13, 2024<\/td>April 18, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Winnipeg-Los Cabos<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>November 9, 2024<\/td>April 26, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Photo: Alaska Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

New Flights from Toronto<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Opening new opportunities for Canadians to explore Grenada, known for its spices, beaches, and waterfalls, WestJet will offer weekly service between Toronto and Grenada this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These flights will be well-timed for connections across Western Canada and will be available for sale in the coming weeks, with service running from November 3, 2024, to April 27, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toronto-Grenada<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>November 3, 2024<\/td>April 27, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Petra Roach, CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this new route, the WestJet Group enhances access to Grenada for Canadians, inviting them to experience the Spice Island’s vibrant culture, pristine beaches, and lush landscapes. We are excited to partner with WestJet to welcome travelers and showcase Grenada’s charm and hospitality.”<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: WestJet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enhancing Flights to the United States<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the largest narrowbody fleet order in Canada, the WestJet Group is expanding its transborder services, adding once-weekly flights to Fort Lauderdale, FL, from Vancouver and Winnipeg starting in November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver-Ft. Lauderdale<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>November 3, 2024<\/td>April 20, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Winnipeg-Ft. Lauderdale<\/td>1x weekly<\/td>November 18, 2024<\/td>April 21, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWestJet continues to invest in building the connectivity our community needs to thrive,\u201d said Nick Hays, President and CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority. \u201cToday\u2019s announcement provides our region with even more travel options to key destinations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, as previously announced, WestJet will enhance connectivity to major Delta Air Lines hubs with year-round service from Edmonton to Atlanta and Regina to Minneapolis. Canadians will also benefit from year-round flights from Edmonton to Ottawa and Montreal, and from Winnipeg to Montreal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route<\/td>Frequency<\/td>Start Date<\/td>End Date<\/td><\/tr>
Edmonton-Atlanta<\/td>Daily<\/td>Year-round<\/td>Year-round<\/td><\/tr>
Regina-Minneapolis<\/td>Daily<\/td>Year-round<\/td>Year-round<\/td><\/tr>
Edmonton-Montreal<\/td>4x weekly<\/td>Year-round<\/td>Year-round<\/td><\/tr>
Edmonton-Ottawa<\/td>5x weekly<\/td>Year-round<\/td>Year-round<\/td><\/tr>
Winnipeg-Montreal<\/td>5x weekly<\/td>Year-round<\/td>Year-round<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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