del Carmen, in Riviera Maya, Mexico. From splashing in the pool, to building sandcastles on the beach, to whacking pinatas at the Azulitos Playhouse, younger travellers will be well catered to at this luxurious resort. Kooiman also recommends the Fantasia Bahia Principe Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The fun-filled family resort centres around a fairy tale castle, with fireworks in the evening. Another great choice for families looking for a new destination is an all-inclusive vacation at the Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica in Runaway Bay. “It’s a Transat favourite,” says Kooiman. The prestigious resort is on a secluded beach with two kids’ pools, a kids’ club, and mini-disco. Another perk is Transat’s Kids Club program. “Mini-globetrotters aged two to 11 can join for free,” says Kooiman. The Kids Club provides a dedicated family check-in, preboarding, and on-board surprises, as well as a member’s kit with travel goodies. Transat understands that when it comes to families, it’s not one-size-fits-all. They now offer vacation packages for single parents. “There’re no additional supplements for solo parents on select properties who want to vacation with their kids,” says Kooiman. Multi-generational vacations are also increasingly popular, and Transat provides all-inclusive stays at resorts with luxury suites and adjoining rooms available, so grandparents can enjoy a winter getaway too.
Air Transat
Air Transat was been named Best Leisure Airline in the world two years in a row, and for more than 12 years, Stewart Travel Group has partnered with the tour operator on trips to the Caribbean and Europe. This year, Transat is once again the preferred partner for Vacation Rendezvous, the annual group getaway hosted by Travis and Paula Stewart, that provides an opportunity for Maritimers to relax and unwind. This April, Stewart Travel Group are headed to the Dominican Republic to stay at the Be Live Collection Punta Cana Adults Only resort, on Cabeza de Toro Beach. Transat has recognized Stewart Travel Group with the Top National Sales Award at The Travel Agent Next Door Award. Transat also caters to families and the Atlantic Canadian winter is often a time when families want to escape to the sun. Transat’s Family Collection means parents can enjoy drinking a cocktail on the terrace or watching the sun sink slowly over the ocean, there are plenty of exciting activities for kids at the kids’ club and teens’ club. “Our all-inclusive packages are designed to take care of families from the moment they check in until they return,” says Susan Kooiman, Senior Business Development Representative with Transat.
Top: Fantasia Bahia Principe Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic Middle: The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences Playa del Carmen , by Karisma, in Riviera Maya, Mexico Bottom: Grand Bahia Principe, Jamaica
Kooiman says favourite family hotspots include The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences Playa
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