Winter escapes to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic courtesy of Sunwing Vacations

Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo International Airport is pleased to announce the return of Sunwing Vacations, who will provide weekly non-stop service to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for the winter season.  Flights will depart each Wednesday starting December 14, 2011 and run through March break 2012.

 “Sunwing Airlines are back in Waterloo Region offering residents a stress free beginning and end to their Dominican Republic vacation.  Along with our low cost parking, passengers can enjoy a quick check in, breeze through our efficient security screening and Canada Customs and be home before you could find your car at other airports,” said Chris Wood, General Manager at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. “Flying from your local airport saves you time, stress and money.” 

 Every guest travelling from Waterloo Region aboard Sunwing Airlines will enjoy Elite Service at no additional charge including a “bon voyage” glass of champagne, hot towel service, choice of hot meals served with wine, and in-flight first run movies with yours-to-keep headsets and free checked baggage up to 20 kg per person.

 “We’re happy to be back in Waterloo Region, offering a local alternative”, said Andrew Dawson, President of Tour Operations at Sunwing. “Our customers tell us they love the simplicity and convenience of their local airport and in many cases literally being back at home only an hour after landing! Already Punta Cana is shaping up to be one of the hottest destinations for next winter and with even more additions to our line up of hotels, there’s sure to be something to meet every customer’s taste and budget”.

Following are the schedule details for the Kitchener-Waterloo winter program:

Kitchener/Waterloo (YKF) to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ)Sunwing
Wednesday
Depart 4:35 p.m. / Arrive 9:45 p.m. Local Time

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ) to Kitchener/Waterloo (YKF)Sunwing
Wednesday
Depart 12:10 p.m. / Arrive 3:35 p.m. Local Time

Choose the local alternative!  The Region of Waterloo International Airport is easy to navigate with: complimentary baggage carts; FREE high-speed wireless internet; licensed departure lounge café, operated by Edelweiss (valid boarding pass required); National and AVIS car rentals available on-site; and reasonable parking rates $2.50 per hour / $15.00 per day / $45.00 per week.  No traffic jams or lost vehicles, just convenient and friendly air service.

The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is a full service modern facility which supports commercial, corporate and general aviation and is owned and operated by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. Daily scheduled air service is provided by: WestJet, offering daily non-stop flights to Calgary with connections to other great Canadian cities; and Bearskin Airlines, offering daily flights to Ottawa and Montreal.  Sunwing Airlines provide weekly non-stop service to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic from mid-December through mid-March. For more information visit www.waterlooairport.ca or call, toll free at 1-866-648-2256.