Thirty Kids to See Wishes Come True with Sunwing and & Planet Hollywood Cancun

Sunwing Vacations, Make-A-Wish Canada, and Planet Hollywood Cancun will come together tomorrow to make wishes come true for children facing critical illnesses. 

Along with their families, thirty children, who wished for a tropical escape, will experience an unforgettable getaway at Planet Hollywood Cancun in Mexico, creating joyful memories. This special wish trip embodies Make-A-Wish Canada’s mission to deliver joy, hope, and much-needed rest to families facing extraordinary challenges.

“We’re so excited to partner with Sunwing Vacations and Planet Hollywood Cancun to launch this first-of-its-kind group wish trip — an experience made even more special by its focus on serving Quebec-based families and other Canadian francophone communities,” said Meaghan Stovel McKnight, CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada. 

“From the gate to the resort and all the way back home, we’re confident this experience will bring much-needed strength and healing to these wish kids and their families.”

Departing from Montreal, the Wish families will enjoy a special Planet Hollywood-branded charter flight experience, featuring caring, bilingual crew, creating a warm and welcoming journey from start to finish. 

Upon arrival at Cancun, the families will be welcomed by Sunwing’s trusted local partner, NexusTours, and transported to Planet Hollywood Cancun in style on upgraded private transfers. With every detail designed for star treatment, this all-inclusive resort was chosen for the sense of joy it offers and what it represents for families looking to reconnect, have fun, and create lasting memories together on the pristine shores of Playa Mujeres.

“At Blue Diamond Resorts, we’re incredibly proud to be part of something so meaningful. Knowing that our resort plays a role in creating unforgettable memories for these families is a true honour,” said Jurgen Stutz, SVP of Sales, Marketing & Distribution for Blue Diamond Resorts.

Last year, 72% of the wishes granted by Make-A-Wish Canada involved travel. This highlights the essential role that partnerships with travel organizations play in making these life-changing experiences possible for every eligible child still waiting for their wish to be granted. Sunwing Vacations generously donated the chartered aircraft to make wish travel possible for these 30 families.

“At Sunwing Vacations, we believe in the power of travel to uplift, heal, and connect,” said Lyne Chayer, Vice President, Sunwing Vacations Group Quebec. “We are incredibly proud to support this first-ever all-inclusive group Wish Trip to Mexico, helping bring joy and cherished memories to children and families who truly deserve a moment of magic. Partnering with Make-A-Wish Canada and Planet Hollywood Cancun on such a meaningful initiative speaks to our shared values of care, compassion, and community.”