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ACV Launches Winter EBB to Complement New Routes & Added Frequencies

by Bruce Parkinson  April 16, 2026
ACV Launches Winter EBB to Complement New Routes & Added Frequencies

Early winter booking incentives from Air Canada Vacations.

Air Canada Vacations is bringing back its Winter Early Booking Bonus for 2026/27, paired with an expanded Air Canada winter schedule featuring new nonstop routes and increased frequency to sun destinations.

The operator says enhanced access from key Canadian gateways and attractive early-booking incentives make it easy for travellers to plan ahead for their winter escape.

Air Canada Vacations VP Nino Montagnese speaks to travel advisors in Mexico.

“Winter remains a top travel season for Canadians, and for 2026/27 we’re focused on offering even more flexibility, access, and value,” said ACV. VP Nino Montagnese. “By expanding our sun network and bringing back our Early Booking Bonus, we’re helping travellers lock in their plans early and enjoy a worry-free getaway.”

Service from Nine Main Canadian Gateways

For Winter 2026/27, Air Canada Vacations will set off for the sun from nine Canadian gateways: Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Québec City, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Halifax.

This expanded network reinforces Air Canada Vacations’ commitment to offering one of the most comprehensive winter sun programs available to Canadians, with more destinations, increased frequency and departure options, nationwide.

Winter 2026/27 Early Booking Bonus

Air Canada Vacations is once again offering its Early Booking Bonus, allowing travellers to secure savings when planning ahead. 

Canadians can enjoy $1,000 off per family of four or $250 off per person on select vacation packages to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America and Cartagena, as well as on select Flight & Hotel packages to Hawaii. This offer also applies to qualifying group bookings. 

As well, travellers can save $250 off per pair on the flight portion of select Flight & Cruise packages to Mexico, the Caribbean and Hawaii.

The Early Booking Bonus applies to new bookings made between April 13 and June 28, for departures between November 1, 2026 and April 30, 2027. Click here for more details.

  
  
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