VACATION PLANNING GUIDE

Unsure where to start? Here's everything you need to know to help dream up your next sunny escape.

OUR COLLECTIONS

Let our expertly curated collections guide you to your perfect resort based on the type of vacation travellers prefer.

Luxe Collection

Treat yourself to an elevated experience with a higher levelof comfort, fine dining and more.
Woman in swimsuit and hat walking on infinity pool edge overlooking ocean with palm tree and waterfall.

Boutique Collection

Indulge in small boutique resorts that offer attention todetail and personalized service.
Outdoor pool with wooden deck, lounge chair, umbrella, and tropical greenery in the background.

Family Collection

Keep everyone happy at resorts offering dedicated kids' pools, supervised clubs, and more for the family.
Two kids jumping into a pool with blue float belts, woman watching while reclining on a chair nearby.

Spa Collection

Focus on mind, body and soul at resorts with spa facilities,wellness practices and more.
Woman with flower in hair relaxing with eyes closed, leaning against pool edge in sunny outdoor setting.

Adults Collection

Enjoy grown-up good times with vacations for adults and thebest all-inclusive resorts for couples. Let your hair down at these adults-only resorts exclusively for guests 18+ or 21+.
Four women relaxing on inflatable pool floats and poolside by palm trees with ocean in background.

2SLGBTQIA+ Resorts

Celebrate and connect—12 months of the year. These 2SLGBTQIA+ vacation spots proudly welcome everyone under the sun.
Three women in swimsuits lying on sand at the beach, smiling and chatting near the ocean.

Play and play usa

Vacationing with our Play program is child’s play! Resorts that are part of our Play program promise the ultimate family vacation in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, while Play USA brings similar perks perfect for kids to Florida, California, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
Two young girls running on the beach with inflatable swim rings shaped like a pink flamingo and a yellow duck.

Aeroplan Perks

Choose from world-class hotels or resorts that come with extra perks for Aeroplan® Members.
Couple holding hands at the beach shore with snorkeling fins, facing the ocean waves at sunset.
WHY BOOK WITH US?

From travel protection plans to amazing inclusions, this is why we’re the best for your beach break.

vacation packages:
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All-inclusive vacation packages include:
• Round-trip flight in Economy Class
• 1st checked bag and 1 carry-on1
• Hotel accommodation
• Meals and drinks2
• Round-trip airport transfers3
• Destination representatives in select destinations3
• Taxes and fees
• Aeroplan® points
Flight & Cruise packages:
• Round-trip flight in Economy Class
• 1st checked bag and 1 carry-on1
• Stateroom accommodation
• Cruise line inclusions
• Taxes and fees
• Aeroplan® points

Terms and conditions‍
1Applicable to all destinations when booking an Air Canada Vacations package and to one checked bag and one carry-on per person. For baggage rules and restrictions, please visit the Air Canada Baggage Information Guide.

‍2Select packages only. See hotel details during checkout.

‍3Transfers not included in The Bahamas (except for Sandals Emerald Bay and Sandals Royal Bahamian), Belize, Bermuda, Grand Cayman, Guadeloupe, Martinique, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, California, Florida, Hawaii and Las Vegas. Select packages to Antigua, Aruba, Cozumel, Curaçao, Grenada, Liberia, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, and San José do not include transfers.
Travel Protection Plans
Our exclusive travel protection plans let you book vacations with flexibility and peace of mind.

CareFree
The trusted CareFree plan makes travelling less stressful with standard seat selection and our Price Drop Guarantee.

CareFlex
The CareFlex plan provides you with greater flexibility by allowing you to change your booking, transfer your package or cancel your reservation with a full refund up to 21 days prior to departure or with a travel credit up to 3 days prior to departure.
CareFlex Plus
The CareFlex Plus plan offers the highest level of flexibility, allowing you to change your booking, transfer your package or cancel your reservation with a full refund up to 24 hours prior to departure. It can be added to your booking by calling our call centre.
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Our Vacation Promise
Enjoy exclusive perks with any package to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, the Middle East & North Africa and the United States, including:
  • 1st checked bag and 1 carry-on included1: Per person and to any destination
  • Connecting flights starting at $492: From over 50 Canadian airports
  • Secured group rates3: Up to 2 years in advance
  • Price match4: We'll match a lower price by up to $50 per person
  • Refund or no change fees5: If your flight gets cancelled, change your travel plans or cancel with a full refund
  • Aeroplan® points6: Earn and redeem when you book a package
  • Flexible payment options7: Pay monthly with Flex Pay
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More to your vacation
Up to 20,000 extra points per member on select packages for members ages 13 and up.

In addition to accumulating points on the flight portion of your trip, you’ll earn extra points on select packages.

Members ages 2 to 12 will receive extra points equivalent to 50% of the points granted to members ages 13 and up.

Travel completion by December 31, 2026
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Resort Classification
We’ve pulled together feedback from independent reviewers, customers and qualified employees to give you a quick look at the resort . We’ve also tailored our classifications to the general standards of each destination to make our descriptions more meaningful.
A deluxe resort with an extensive range of services, facilities and amenities.
A superior resort with a wide array of services and facilities.
This resort offers very good value for price with limited services and facilities.
This is a comfortable resort with basic services.
AT A GLANCE

Every Air Canada Vacations resort page features an At a Glance chart, highlighting specific information about these eight vacation musts.

BEACH
Rocky beach
Small in size, sandy and/or rocky areas
Small to medium, mostly sandy
Medium to long, sandy
Long with powdery sand
Please note that size and condition of beaches can change without notice due to adverse weather.
Pool
Small pool
Large pool
Two or more pools
Free-form pool(s) with attractive layout
Spectacular free-form pool(s) and/or whirlpool(s)
MINI-CLUB
Unsupervised play area with limited facilities
Supervised play area with limited activities
Supervised children’s activities program
Supervised kids’ club with a variety of activities
Supervised kids’ club with a wide range of programs and activities for children and teens
FITNESS
Limited fitness equipment available
Small exercise area, limited fitness equipment
Small exercise area, limited cardio and weight equipment
Exercise area with a variety of cardio and weight equipment
State-of-the-art fitness facility, extensive variety of equipment
ENTERTAINMENT
Occasional daytime activities or nighttime entertainment on specified days
Occasional daytime activities and nighttime entertainment on specified days
Daily activities and/or nightly entertainment
Daily activities and variety of nightly entertainment
Extensive daily activities and variety of nightly entertainment, nightclub/disco
WATER SPORTS
Basic equipment available
Limited non-motorized equipment
Variety of non-motorized equipment
Variety of non-motorized equipment, some lessons available
Variety of non-motorized equipment, some motorized equipment, scuba diving, some lessons available
RESTAURANTS
One dining option
Two or more dining options
À la carte and/or buffet restaurants, and snack options available
Selection of à la carte and/or buffet restaurants, snack options available
Fine dining options, including à la carte and/or buffet style restaurants
SPA & BEAUTY
Basic beauty salon
Beauty salon with manicure and pedicure
Beauty salon with manicure, pedicure and some massages
Dedicated spa facility with range of services
Luxurious spa with extensive services and a wide range of treatments
Conditions of various features of each property are subject to change due to circumstances beyond the control of Air Canada Vacations. In particular, beach conditions may change suddenly due to weather.For the most up-to-date information, please consult aircanadavacations.com.
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