Air Canada Vacations is inviting Canadians to dream of sunny escapes and warm sandy beaches with the release of their newest Sun brochure.

Unveiled to travel professionals from across the country last week, this year’s brochure features an exciting product lineup guaranteed to get customers excited about creating their perfect vacation. Air Canada Vacations’ 2021/2022 Sun Collection offers travellers an incomparable selection of packages in 42 sunny destinations.

With over 550 mostly all-inclusive hotels to choose from, including 35 new additions, 3 resorts exclusive to Air Canada Vacations and 35 semi-exclusive resorts, Canadians have a vast array of options when planning their next getaway. For those looking to set sail again, the tour operator offers more than 100 cruises, and the exciting addition of the Silversea Cruise Line.

This year’s collection also offers Aeroplan members more, thanks to new exclusive perks from over 184 hotels. Tailoring vacations to all travel styles and budgets is a breeze with more than 124 Play Collection resorts and the addition of new tour options, such as the Pure Nature Tour and Volcanoes & Beach Tour, which allow travellers to discover Costa Rica’s amazing biodiversity.

As part of its ongoing commitment to inclusion, Air Canada Vacations is once again highlighting LGBTQ+ friendly hotels, so that Canadians can enjoy their time under the sun in a welcoming and safe space. Vacationers in search of sustainable travel can now make informed decisions that they can feel good about with the introduction of an eco-friendly spotlight for resorts certified for their green policies and support of local communities.

“I am tremendously proud of this year’s Sun brochure. We want to advance the recovery of our industry with an inspiring piece that entices Canadians to dream of relaxation, adventure and sunnier days ahead. As the demand for leisure travel continues to grow, we’re ready to meet the needs of travellers from all walks of life through an expanded product lineup that gives them the options they’re looking for. With so many choices at their fingertips, it’s easier than ever to plan their perfect getaway and create the magical moments they’ve been longing for.” said Nino Montagnese, Vice President, Air Canada Vacations

Check out Air Canada Vacations’ Sun brochure here.

SIMPLER & SAFER TRAVEL WITH AIR CANADA VACATIONS

To prepare travellers as they plan their next escape, Air Canada Vacations has launched its new Travel Ready Hub. The hub and its complimentary communications give customers the tools they need to navigate global COVID-19 requirements with ease, getting them travel ready with information on entry requirements, flight routes, health and safety protocols, and more. And, thanks to Air Canada Vacations’ commitment to safer travel and Air Canada CleanCare+, your clients will have the confidence they need to spend their trip making memories.

FLY RIGHT WITH AIR CANADA VACATIONS

With over 39 years of experience and benefits from the service and reliability of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge, Air Canada Vacations continues to offer its customers more choice of destinations and travel options. Voted the best Airline in North America at the Skytrax World Airline Awards for the eighth time in ten years, Air Canada offers one of the most modern fleets in the world, three cabin classes to choose from, world-class in-flight entertainment, and Aeroplan® points accumulation. Travellers will enjoy touchless airport experience and avoid additional wait time with the advance check-in via the Air Canada website or their mobile device and TouchFree Bag Check kiosks at select airports. Thanks to Air Canada’s comprehensive network, travellers from across Canada can escape with ease to popular sun destinations and connections to additional destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.

NEW NON-STOP ROUTES FROM TORONTO AND QUEBEC CITY

Air Canada Vacations has introduced new non-stop routes from Toronto to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, operating twice a week starting on December 16, 2021, and to Great Exuma, Bahamas, operating once a week starting on December 19, 2021. It has also expanded its routes from Quebec City, with the addition of non-stop flights to Fort Lauderdale, Florida starting on November 2021 and increasing during peak season, and to Orlando, Florida, starting in December 2021. These flights are operated on a Rouge narrow body aircraft, featuring Premium Rouge and Economy Class, making it easier than ever to access all that Florida has to offer. Help guide your customers by visiting aircanada.com for more details on non-stop flights, convenient connectors and the most up-to-date information on Air Canada’s operation schedule.

SAVE UP TO $400 PER FAMILY WITH THE EARLY BOOKING BONUS

Early planners who book their 2021/2022 winter vacation package to Mexico and the Caribbean at least 4 months in advance will enjoy significant savings with Air Canada Vacations’ Early Booking Bonus. Families can save up to $400 ($100 per adult, and $100 per child aged from 2 to 12) when booking their 2021/2022 winter holiday through their favourite travel professional.

CAREFLEXPLUS & CAREFREE: A PASSPORT TO PEACE OF MIND

Earn up to 15% commission and give your clients peace of mind with Air Canada Vacations’ trusted CareFree and CareFlexPlus plans. For just $59 each, these comprehensive travel protection plans include free seat selection, Price Drop Guarantee, and a $50 waiver on administration change fees, allowing travellers to transfer their package, change their departure date, destination or hotel up to 7 days prior to departure, or cancel with a full refund up until 25 days prior to departure. Travellers can take advantage of the flexibility of both CareFree and CareFlexPlus for only $99 per person (adults and children) when booking their 2021/2022 winter holiday through their favourite travel professional.

ADDITIONAL PERKS WHEN YOUR CLIENTS TRAVEL TOGETHER

Book your clients’ Group travel with confidence thanks to Air Canada Vacations’ Flex program at only $49 per person for new bookings made by October 31, 2021, for travel by December 18, 2022, allowing travellers one free date change or cancellation up to 7 days prior departure. The offer is applicable to new bookings of vacation packages to select hotels in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, and the United States and select departure dates. Plus, book a group of 10 passengers with just $500 deposit and hold up to 20 more passengers with no deposit to applicable destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Air Canada Vacations will honour the original contract price for any additional passengers if their group size increases by up to 20%. Help your clients say “I do” to extra perks with Air Canada Vacations’ Elevate program for wedding groups at only $149 per booking. The package includes private transfers for 20 passengers or more, hold a group of 50 passengers (25 rooms) with only a $300 deposit for 120 days, $100 OFF flight upgrades to Business Class for 4 additional guests, FREE Flex program for groups to make flexible travel plans, $300 in excursion credit for the wedding couple, up to $600 in resort credit applicable on any service (wedding package, spa, specialty dinners, food & beverage, etc.), and guaranteed private check-in/check-out. Newlyweds also enjoy additional perks like a complimentary site inspection, free seat selection, two free upgrades, including access to the Maple Leaf lounge, and a $500 future travel credit for their next vacation. Other group booking perks include Complimentary flights and rooms/cabins, customized itinerary, free seat selection, Group Price Match, no deposit for 90 days, private transfers, dedicated group coordinators, and 2 free flight upgrades or $200 towards a Business Class upgrade for the bride & groom including access to the Maple Leaf Lounge. Also, for Groups travelling as of November 1, 2020, in the case the package price drops, Air Canada Vacations will allow one-time price drop adjustment for the group. Valid on new and existing group bookings. Terms and Conditions apply, please click here for the full details.

OUR VACATION PROMISE Enhance your customers’ experience every step of the way! Air Canada Vacations is pleased to introduce its Vacation Promise, providing travellers exclusive perks to all package vacations purchased: one FREE checked bag per person, price match up to a maximum $50 per person, the possibility to earn an additional bonus Aeroplan® points, and total flexibility with a high standard for health and safety included throughout their journey, so they can book and travel with confidence.

TRAVEL THE WORLD AND THE SEVEN SEAS You can now book Flight & Cruise packages online with Air Canada Vacations! Visit their website for full details. Help your customers save as they sail away, thanks to $300 in flight credits per couple when booking a Flight and Cruise package by November 25, 2021 for travel between September 10, 2021 and October 31, 2022. Plus, secure your clients' Cruise Air rates before they become available in the system with Pre-Registration that locks in their price for cruise bookings made more than 11 months in advance, where Air Canada Vacations is unable to offer confirmed flights. Our team will contact you 11 months prior to the departure date to confirm availability and book the required segments. With new ships such as Celebrity Beyond, Carnival Panorama, Disney Wish, and new unique itineraries sailing to the Southern Caribbean from Barbados and San Juan and as Costa Diadema sailing from Fort De France, Martinique, the world is a cruise lover’s oyster!

OUR CRUISE PROMISE

Air Canada Vacations’ Cruise Promise allows customers to book their flights with no deposit when booked online as a Flight & Cruise package and pay a NEW reduced Cruise deposit of only $50 per person. All flights are 100% refundable up to 24 hours prior to departure. This program also features $50 flight credit when booking a Flight and Cruise package with a Future Cruise Credit, and 5% commission on flights. The offer is now available to Cruise Group bookings.

More about ACV&ME

With the ACV&ME loyalty program, travel agents who book hotels and groups will receive 500 points per room for packages of 7 nights or more; 500 points per room for packages of 3 to 6 nights; 500 points per cabin when you book a Flight & Cruise package and 200 points per cabin when booking a cruise only, and on every 3 to 7 nights hotel-only, and 300 points per passenger for Group bookings. ACV&ME loyalty points can be redeemed for Aeroplan® points, travel vouchers or Visa and instant gift cards.