WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Air Canada will launch weekly, non-stop service to Curaçao International Airport (CUR) from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011.
Travelers can book now to take advantage of the inaugural Air Canada flight, departing Toronto at 10:05 a.m. and arriving in Curaçao at 4:20 p.m. starting on Dec. 24, 2011. The flight schedule is as follows:
| Flight | Days | Departs | Arrives | |||
| AC1792 | Saturdays | Toronto (YYZ) at 10:05 a.m. | Curaçao (CUR) at 4:20 p.m. | |||
| AC1793 | Saturdays | Curaçao (CUR) at 5:20 p.m. | Toronto (YYZ) at 9:40 p.m. |
“We are excited to announce the launch of Air Canada’s first non-stop flight from Toronto to Curaçao,” said André Rojer, Curaçao Tourist Board Marketing Manager North America.
“The new non-stop flight brings huge potential for growth in arrivals from Canada, which remain consistently steady with tourism arrivals to date, year over year. We anticipate this new flight on Air Canada will increase demand for Curaçao in the Canadian marketplace and open the door to a new wave of first time visitors.”
Air Canada Vacations is offering special savings on travel to Curaçao in celebration of the new service. Book an air and hotel package to Curaçao by October 3, 2011 and save 50 percent on an executive class upgrade. The $299 package is now $149 roundtrip. In addition, Air Canada Vacations will include complimentary seat selection. Limited space is available. The promotion is valid for travel Dec. 24, 2011 to April 7, 2012.
Air Canada Vacations is also offering seven-night promotional packages, including both hotel accommodations and airfare, in celebration of the new service. Packages include accommodations at some of Curaçao’s most celebrated properties, including the Hilton Curaçao starting from $1,319; the Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club starting from $1,189; the Hyatt Regency Curaçao Golf Resort, Spa & Marina starting from $1,659; and the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino starting from $1,619. All sample package prices above are for travel Jan. 7-28, 2012 and are per person, based on double occupancy, and do not include taxes and other fees.
For more information on Air Canada Vacations packages to Curaçao please visit: www.aircanadavacations.com/en/vacation_packages/destinations/Curacao.
For more information on the island of Curaçao, please visit www.curacao.com, and to request a FREE Curaçao information package, click here.
About Curaçao
Selected as one of the ‘Top 21 Places We’re Going in 2011’ by Fodor’s, one of the ‘Hottest Destinations for 2011’ by AOL Travel and one of the ‘Destinations to Watch in 2011’ by SmarterTravel, Curaçao is a unique Caribbean island paradise, boasting 35 uncrowded beaches, and an eclectic mix of history and culture. Explore the vibrant, culturally diverse capital city of Willemstad – a UNESCO World Heritage site – with its distinctive architecture, museums, monuments and world-class shopping. Indulge in Curaçao’s vast selection of flavorful restaurants, with a mix of sophisticated international and tasty local cuisines. Discover Curaçao’s abundant natural beauty, pristine dive sites and spectacular snorkeling at secluded beaches – including Cas Abao Beach, selected as one of the ‘Top 10 Beach Destinations for 2011’ by SmarterTravel. Curaçao offers idyllic weather, situated on the fringe of the Hurricane Belt. To learn more about the island of Curaçao visit Curacao.com. To request a FREE Curaçao information package click here or call toll free 1.800.328.7222.
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