TORONTO — Transat and Gaviota Hotels have announced the winner in their recent travel advisor contest, in collaboration with Travelweek and Profession Voyages.
The prize included …
- A seven-night all-inclusive stay for two at the Playa Cayo Santa Maria hotel
- Roundtrip economy class flights for two people (departing from Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City or Halifax) to Santa Clara
- Roundtrip airport-hotel transfers
Contest participants were required to be active travel advisors and to correctly answer the five contest questions. The contest ran Sept. 4 – 30.
The winner is Sameer Sen, a travel consultant with Expedia Cruises based in Mississauga, ON.
Sen tells Travelweek and Profession Voyages that Cuba is more than just a destination – it’s a passion. With many years of experience crafting unforgettable getaways, Sen has built a solid reputation thanks to his personalized approach, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of the Isla Grande.
Having travelled extensively to Havana, Varadero, Holguín, Santiago de Cuba, Bayamo, Cayo Coco, Cayo Santa María, and countless small towns during his road trips, Sen says heʻs convinced that travel is not just about visiting a place – it’s about connecting with its people, culture, and rhythm.
“Cuba embodies all of that and so much more,” he says.
Sen adds that he loves designing trips that immerse visitors in local life: savouring Cuban coffee at a neighbourhood café, learning salsa under the stars, or discovering the island’s colonial architecture and natural beauty.
He says he always reminds his clients that “Cuba gives you experiences that turn into stories you’ll tell for years to come.”
Winning a seven-night all-inclusive stay at the Playa Cayo Santa María Hotel is a dream come true, as Sen tells Travelweek and Profession Voyages. He says he looks forward to enjoying this experience in 2026 with his partner – both in life and in work – while expressing his deep gratitude to Transat and Gaviota Hotel Cuba for this exceptional opportunity.
