Air Canada Vacations

Anguilla

Anguilla's coral and limestone flatlands and salt ponds offer the ideal setting for shooting spectacular photographs or simply watching the sun as it melts into the sea. Carefully maintained and preserved by the gracious and proud population, Anguilla is a nature lover's dream. It's a sailor's dream, too. An honoured tradition of locally built and designed boats is shown off at regattas on national holidays, particularly during the annual Carnival celebrations.

Antigua

Stroll through English Harbour, Antigua's graceful historic district, and enjoy the view from Shirley Heights high above the harbour. Activities are always relaxed, from boating and windsurfing to golf and tennis. Once you arrive in Antigua, it's smooth sailing all the way.

Aruba

Glamour and nature are so perfectly balanced, it's as if Aruba was designed with the vacationer in mind. You'll find sugar-white sand as far as the eye can see along the southern coast. Plus there is the sizzling nightlife with clubs and lively casinos all set against a backdrop of colonial Dutch charm.

Bahamas

• Great Exuma
• Nassau

Barbados

Known as Little England, the island boasts a perfect blend of culture, sun and fun. The coral sandy beaches are perfect for soaking up the hot Caribbean sun with just enough cooling trade winds to keep you comfortable. Classic British-influenced charm can be found in polo matches, colonial architecture and high tea - all of which are tempered with Barbados' friendly and relaxed approach to life.

Bermuda

This island paradise features beautiful sunsets over stunning beaches, bright and beautiful architecture and warm, friendly people. Bermuda's fascinating culture can be explored through wonderful historic monuments and museums in St. George's and Hamilton. A top destination for golf and water sports, spend the day on the greens or in the turquoise waters before winding down with a decadent meal at one of Bermuda's top restaurants. Finish the evening off with a rum drink…or maybe two.

Costa Rica

The diverse landscape of this coastal paradise is something to behold and experience. Thrill-seeking nature buffs revel in Liberia's excursions to towering volcanoes and tropical rainforests. Bountiful beaches and breathtaking tropics surround the swinging, cultural city of San José.

• San José
• Liberia

Cuba

Looking for a vacation about nothing but beach? Consider Cayo Largo or Cayo Santa Maria. A blend of beach, nightlife, and a few rounds of golf? Varadero is a fine choice. Tropical oasis rich in cultural adventures? Cayo Coco and Holguin are perfect options. And of course, for a history-packed city getaway, there's no place like Havana.

• Havana
• Santa Clara
• Cayo Largo
• Varadero
• Holguin
• Cayo Coco/Cayo Guillermo

Curacao

Impossibly beautiful and hypnotically attractive, Curacao, one of the ABC Islands of the Lesser Antilles, is a generously welcoming oasis. A heritage of Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch has merged to create a culturally unique people, cuisine and lifestyle, full of spicy surprises, broad smiles and an easy-going humour. Combine that with stunning scuba diving, astounding beaches and the rugged beauty of the semi-arid climate and you might just have the vacation destination you've been looking for.

Dominican Republic

Miles upon miles of pearl-white beaches border most of this utopian terrain. The golf grounds seem greener, the history feels richer, and the vibe is more vibrant. Whether it's urban ado in Puerto Plata or easy sea breezes in Punta Cana, it's best to live by the beat of this country's pulse.

• Samana
• La Romana & Santo Domingo
• Puerto Plata
• Punta Cana

Grand Cayman

Elegant, warm and relaxed, Grand Cayman is home to fabulous beaches, thousands of sea turtles and beautiful historic architecture. Take surfing lessons, hike in lush forests, enjoy the fantastic cuisine at excellent restaurants…or just lounge at a café with a book and enjoy the sunny weather and fresh air. Any way that you spend your time is guaranteed to be the right way on Grand Cayman.

Grenada

Your senses will tell you that you've come to a special place. Explore centuries-old spice plantations and rum distilleries. Seek the sun on the world-famous Grand Anse Beach. Spice up a vacation here on the Spice Isle.

Guadeloupe

In Guadeloupe, every bay tells a story. The fine, white sand on Grande-Terre, the golden brown sand on the leeward coast, the black sand from the volcano on Basse-Terre, the lush green grass on the edge of the mangroves. It's an island with Gallic flair and a passion for sun and surf.

Jamaica

Whether you're in search of adventure, action or relaxation, Jamaica is perfect. Negril is known for its beautiful seven-mile beach, Montego Bay is where the action happens, and Ocho Rios is ideal for jungle adventures. Kingston boasts a scenic waterfront, historic buildings and excellent restaurants and art venues.

• Kingston
• Montego Bay

Martinique

Martinique offers delicious French flavour, lush vegetation and the spectacular Mount Pelée volcano, which over the years has created the stunning black sand beaches on the island's north coast - a great contrast to the powder-white sands of the south.

Mexico

Colour, flavour, beaches, siesta and fiesta are the Mexican mix's main ingredients. Beyond spring break, Cancun flaunts splendid shores and those remarkable Mayan ruins. For some small-town seaside serenity, Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo offer plenty of quaint charm. On Mexico's Baja peninsula, Los Cabos is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. Meanwhile, all things affluent abound in Puerto Vallarta.

• Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
• Cozumel
• Puerto Vallarta/Riviera Nayarit
• Mexico City
• Los Cabos
• Cancun/Riviera Maya

Nevis

There's something about this small, sombrero-shaped island that enchants you. The charm and tranquility will take you back to a time when things were simpler, when life was more peaceful. From the top of the 3,232-foot Nevis Peak to the depths of the clear waters offshore, there is a world of flora and fauna to be explored. Green and serene, Nevis is truly one of the remaining unspoilt places of the world.

Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia's wondrous beauty and centuries of history come together naturally to create memorable vacations. With steep coastlines and intricate reefs, Saint Lucia is a picture paradise. And of course, there's the Soufrière Volcano, the world's only drive-in volcanic crater. No popcorn or previews, but the show is fantastic!

San Juan

San Juan is a perpetual buzz of excitement. Visit historic sites such as Fort San Cristobal. Shop in countless boutiques and colourful galleries in old San Juan or spend the day at the beach in Condado or Isla Verde.

St. John, US Virgin Islands

Beautiful, relaxed and charming, more than 60% of the island of St. John is covered by untouched and astounding National Park, land donated by the Rockefellers in the 50s. St. John is the smallest of the three US Virgin Islands but its unspoiled natural beauty is perhaps the greatest of anywhere in the Caribbean, especially the spectacular Trunk Bay, which has consistently been voted one of the "Ten Best Beaches in The World".

St. Kitts

St. Kitts is an intoxicating blend of natural beauty, sunny skies, warm waters and golden-sand beaches. It is an unspoiled island, recognized around the world for the excellent preservation of its ecosystems and genuinely welcoming people. You can hike its volcanic rainforests, relax on one of its many uncrowded beaches, tour its sleepy villages or stay up late at the beach bars along the Frigate Bay Strip. Whatever your fancy, this seductively charming island has something for you.

St. Martin/St. Maarten

Once upon a time in the Caribbean, a Dutchman and a Frenchman walked around this island and set the boundaries for a place of exceptional charm and beauty. The result is Dutch Sint Maarten to the south and French Saint-Martin to the north with an oasis of endless beaches and picturesque landscapes wherever you go.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

The tiny resort oasis of Palm Island in the Grenadines earned its name when former owners John and Mary Caldwell planted hundreds of coconuts palms along the island's sandy shores. The result was an incredible transformation into a secluded paradise that offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and an elegant resort. The views unparalleled and the unhurried atmosphere provides the ideal setting to recharge. With the warm, gentle waves touching five sparkling white beaches, it's the ultimate in stress-free rest.

Turks and Caicos & Parrot Cay

Eight inhabited islands make up Turks & Caicos, along with dozens of uninhabited cays just waiting to be explored. It's the perfect setting for adventure, romance and long, lazy days. Discover flawless beaches, clear waters and an amazing coral reef; or set your sights offshore and watch humpback whales, manta rays and turtles at play.