In the Know

Our monthly edit of the travel news you need to know about

JULY 2024

1. Destination: Dubai

Leave the planning to us and explore somewhere new this year. Desert culture and world-class luxury await with our new collection of year-round tour packages to Dubai. Packages include flights, hotels, guided excursions, daily breakfasts, and more. Enjoy visiting sights in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Kaimah on these exciting itineraries.

2. Get fit in Punta Cana this November

Immerse yourself in an all-inclusive experience with us. For our first-ever Air Canada Vacations Fitness Retreat, we’ve pulled together an action-packed week of workouts and perks including daily yoga and bootcamp, an exclusive swag bag and more. See the full line-up of activities and reserve your spot.

3. Christmas in July

It might seem early, but Europe’s Christmas markets are a hot ticket. Plan ahead to ensure that you get to enjoy the best the season has to offer. Did you know the origin of both the Advent calendar and the Christmas tree can be traced back to Germany? Our new Christmas Market Experience and Christmas Spirit in Munich tour packages take you to the home of holiday festivities and feature Munich’s market. Read our blog for the other destinations to add to your list.

4. Take your time in Portugal or Spain

Now’s your chance to get to know Spain or Portugal really well with our self-guided, long-stay tour packages. Become a regular at your local cafe, stroll through cobblestone streets or relax on sunny beaches with your choice of 26 days in Lisbon and Algarve or 23 days in Madrid and Costa del Sol.
 

JUNE 2024

1. SUMMER IN EUROPE

It’s not too late to see Europe this summer. On our list: deer-spotting in Dublin’s Phoenix Park, visiting a traditional beer garden in Munich, and sampling pastries in Copenhagen. Get some sunshine with our tour packages.

2. WELLNESS AT SEA

You can now take your wellness journey off-shore and enjoy a one-week retreat at sea with Celebrity Cruises. Daily activities like yoga, fitness classes—not to mention sweeping ocean views—will have you recharged in no time. Celebrity Ascent sets sail from Fort Lauderdale on April 6, 2025. Secure your Flight & Cruise package now.

3. CARIBBEAN SECRETS

Summer travel idea: exploring some of the Caribbean’s lesser-known spots. Did you know that the remains of several shipwrecks can still be found in the mysterious waters of Grenada? Discover other hidden gems on our blog.

4. ALL ARE WELCOME

As cities around the world celebrate pride this summer, a friendly reminder that our LGBTQ2+-friendly collection makes planning your trip easy. We’ve also got a short list of six inclusive resorts ready to welcome you on your summer vacation. Read our blog to learn more.

5. SHORT & LONG WEEKEND IDEAS

Make good use of the weather this summer with some short or long weekend getaways. Currently trending are the vibrant streets of San Francisco and the dreamy shores of The Bahamas. Take off for 3 or 5 nights with our list of short stays.
 

May 2024

1. Introducing India

Plan your journey to the land of silk and spice with the help of our new guided tour packages departing from Delhi. If India’s on your bucket list, now’s the perfect time to check off that box.

2. The best way to come to Copenhagen

The best time to visit Denmark’s cosmopolitan capital was yesterday. The second-best time is today, thanks to our new itineraries and tour packages to make your visit to this historic city memorable.

3. Costa Rica’s calling

It might be the Spring weather, but this month we have lovely Liberia on the mind. See how Costa Rica’s White City captivates with its eco escapes and beautiful beaches.

4. All about Antigua

Alluring Antigua is warm year-round, so they don’t need to wait for the seasons to bring sunshine to their warm, sandy beaches and sparkling blue seas.

5. Next stop: Nashville

There’s a good reason why Tennessee’s capital is known as Music City. Spend your next long weekend exploring the year-round musical and artistic events through its rhythmic streets.
 

APRIL 2024

1. Milan on the mind

Get a change of scenery with the changing seasons and ring in the Spring with a trip to Northern Italy’s finest. Make Milan your home base with one of our curated tour packages or write your own itinerary with a Flight & Hotel package. 

2. Journey to Germany

Discover the best of Germany with the help of our all-new collection of self-guided tour packages to take you across some of Europe’s most storied cities, like Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin. 

3. A short stay in the Big Easy

Lovely Louisiana’s biggest city is one you just can’t miss. If you’re struggling to find your long weekend escape, we recommend the vibrant rhythm of New Orleans to keep you light on your feet. 

4. Sunshine, sand and Saint Lucia

The gorgeous twin peaks of the Pitons are a sight we’ll never get tired of, which pairs well with Saint Lucia’s warm and wonderful year-round climate. If you’re looking to experience luxury resorts, volcanic beaches, or reef-diving sites, your search is over. 
 

March 2024

1. Choose your adventure in Australia

Explore the Land Down Under from Sydney or Brisbane with our new collection of guided and Fly & Drive tours. Whether you want us to take care of all the details or prefer a self-guided itinerary, we have the trip for you.

2. Summer in Stockholm

Soon you’ll be able to head to Sweden’s capital in under 8 hours. Direct flights to Stockholm start June 12 from Toronto and June 14 from Montreal. View the schedule on our Where We Fly page.

3. Set your sights on slow travel

Looking for a Europe trip that’s a bit more leisurely? With train travel on everyone’s radar this year, now’s the perfect time to plan that scenic tour of Austria or Denmark with one of our Fly & Rail tour packages.

4. Try something new in Asia

To ensure you don’t miss anything on your bucket list, we’ve pulled together the must-try travel experiences from our Asia itineraries. Discover the list and learn more about what to expect on our new guided tours. 

5. Current mood: Mexico

A low-key vacation idea where you can enjoy the luxe resorts, beautiful beaches and ocean activities you've come to expect in Mexico: Huatulco. Add in calm waters, a coffee farm tour and maybe even a whale sighting, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for relaxation.
 

February 2024

1. All about Asia

Our new guided tours in Asia mean that you don’t have to put off that bucket list trip any longer. We’ve curated the itineraries, and we’ll show you around too! See tops spots in Japan, South Korea and Singapore. Plus, Singapore itineraries include stops in must-see cities in Thailand and Malaysia.

2. Almost time for Tulum

You’ll now to able to fly direct to Tulum’s new airport from Toronto and Montreal. Routes start on May 3, 2024, from Toronto on Fridays and Sundays; and from May 4, 2024, direct from Montreal on Saturdays. Look for the airport: Tulum (TQO) under Flight Details when booking your vacation package.

3. For the weekenders

Step into the very charming—and very walkable—city of Charleston. Stroll cobblestone streets, sample Southern cuisine or soak up the sun at some of the nearby beaches. Plus, starting March 28, 2024, you’ll be able to fly direct from Toronto in less than 4 hours.

4. Always more to explore

If you can’t decide on your next Caribbean vacation, why not try Grenada or Saint Vincent and the Grenadines? Air Canada will connect travellers to Grenada with non-stop flights departing from Toronto every Saturday starting April 6, while flights to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines will operate on Sundays starting April 7, 2024.

5. Streamline your travel planning

If you haven’t already bookmarked this handy page, be sure to check out Where We Fly. We’ve made choosing and searching for your next trip easy, and you can now view all our destinations with direct routes before accessing flight schedules.