TORONTO — Sunwing Vacations will be bringing the island of St. Maarten closer to Ottawa residents this winter with a new nonstop flight service.

Operated by Sunwing Airlines starting Dec. 15 the weekly flight from Ottawa to St. Maarten will offer packages at the five-star Sonesta Ocean Point Resort.

An established favourite among Sunwing clientele, Sonesta Maho Beach is a perennially popular choice for families and couples alike.

A week stay at the Sonesta Maho Beach is available from $1,035 per person plus $370 taxes, based on two people departing Ottawa on Dec. 15 and sharing a deluxe room on an all-inclusive basis.