TORONTO — Sunwing is launching a brand new direct flight from Winnipeg to Nassau, starting Dec. 17 and running weekly until April 1, 2017.

To coincide with the new route, the travel company has also introduced new all-inclusive packages at several of the island’s top-rated resorts, including – for the first time – Atlantis Paradise Island.

“We are pleased to be adding this brand new service from Winnipeg this winter. Nassau is a varied destination with something to offer travellers of all ages, so the addition of more all-inclusive packages to discover this vacation hotspot is welcome news,” said Andrew Dawson, President of Tour Operations.

Added Scott Marohn, Director of Air Service and Product Development with the Winnipeg Airports Authority: “Direct flights from Winnipeg Richardson International Airport to a major sun destination like Nassau gives our community another option for a winter getaway. This new route means you can leave Winnipeg and be on the beach in Nassau in less than five hours.”

For the first time this winter, Sunwing is offering all-inclusive packages to Atlantis Paradise Island, home to the largest casino in the Caribbean, the Aquaventure waterpark and Dolphin Cay. Also available are packages to Riu Palace Paradise Island, part of the company’s Signature Collection, which offers unlimited à la carte dining, free Wi-Fi throughout and complimentary land and water sports.

For more information go to sunwing.ca.