Mexico & Caribbean
Discover Timeless Havana with WestJet Vacations
In Cuba’s capital, colonial grandeur meets contemporary sophistication—and new direct flights from Toronto make this cultural treasure more accessible than ever. Hemingway House Havana Ernest Hemingway House With its baroque facades, vintage Cadillacs, and the infectious rhythm of salsa spilling from every doorway, Havana feels like stepping into a living museum where time moves to its own beat. This UNESCO
Checking In: Hotel Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo, Cuba
From overwater bungalows to beachside lobster lunches, this is Cuba done differently. By Mitch McClung Arriving in the dark might not seem ideal, but it’s actually the best way to experience Hotel Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo. When you wake up, sunlight streams through the windows and the ocean shimmers just outside your door. The resort is only a short drive
Escape Winter With These New Canadian Sun Routes
New direct flights are expanding winter escape options across the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. As winter settles in, Canadian travellers have more reasons than ever to look south. Over the past few months — and with a few more routes launching imminently — airlines have rolled out a wave of new sun destinations from Canadian airports, expanding nonstop access
Discover Authentic Mexico in Tepic
In Nayarit’s capital city, vibrant traditions meet Riviera luxury — and WestJet makes it easier than ever to experience both. With its lively plazas, centuries-old artistry, and colourful markets, Tepic is Mexico at its most authentic. This capital city of Nayarit remains blissfully untouched by mass tourism, offering travellers a rare opportunity to connect with Indigenous traditions, colonial heritage, and
The Hottest New Caribbean Resort Openings to Watch This Season
The Caribbean continues to expand its luxury portfolio with an impressive lineup of brand-new properties that deserve a place on your radar. These four resorts are among the season’s most coveted debuts — each offering irresistible inspiration to start planning your next escape. Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort and Spa, Dominican Republic Since its August 2025 debut, this adults-only escape has
A New Luxury Link Between Mexico City and San Miguel de Allende
For the first time, two of Mexico’s most celebrated luxury hotels — JW Marriott Mexico City Polanco (above) and Hotel Matilda — are joining forces to create a seamless escape that moves effortlessly between the cosmopolitan pulse of the capital and the artistic allure of San Miguel de Allende. Launching May 2025, the From Polanco to San Miguel package invites