TORONTO — Sunwing is adding new weekly flights from Saskatoon to Mazatlan this winter, with Thursday departures running Dec. 21, 2017 to March 29, 2018 inclusive.

Sunwing is also heading back to Charlottetown for the ninth consecutive season, with Monday flights to Puerto Plata starting Feb. 12 and running until May 14.

With the addition of Saskatoon, Sunwing will offer Mazatlan service from seven airports across Canada this winter. Nicknamed the ‘Pearl of the Pacific’, Mazatlan is located on Mexico’s Gold Coast along the Pacific, and is known for its sport fishing, water sports and cultural excursions.

“We look forward to continuing our successful partnership with Saskatoon airport this winter,” said Sunwing’s President of Tour Operations, Andrew Dawson. “Mazatlan has long been a favourite vacation destination for Canadians, so we’re excited to continue helping our customers save time and money with this convenient flight service.”

Stephen Maybury, Skyxe Saskatoon Airport President and CEO, added, “We’re proud to be partnering with Sunwing to bring Saskatchewan sun seekers more destination choice as demand for sunspot vacations continues to demonstrate sustained growth.”

Among Sunwing’s properties available in Mazatlan, El Cid Marina in the Golden Zone is known for its secluded beach and elegant decor. There’s also Riu Emerald Bay overlooking Brujas Beach.

In Puerto Plata, depending on the resort that they select, clients can make their budgets go further with exclusive value added perks such as Kids, Stay, Play and Eat Free deals, spa discounts and unlimited à la carte dining. Resorts include the adults only Viva Wyndham V Heavens as well as the family-friendly Riu Merengue.

“We’re excited to have Sunwing back at the Charlottetown Airport. The demand for all-inclusive vacations is there and we’re excited about this new destination for Island travellers,” said Doug Newson, CEO of Charlottetown Airport Authority.