All-Inclusive Vacations: 12 Best Sun Destinations for Winter 2026-2027

Published October 5, 2026Updated October 28, 202611 min read Fact checked

For winter 2026-2027, Punta Cana, the Riviera Maya and Samaná remain the safe bets for an all-inclusive from Canada, while Aruba, Barbados and Turks and Caicos gain new direct flights. Here are the 12 sun destinations we recommend this season, all served nonstop from Canada.

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To lower the cost of your package, book with a credit card that earns travel points. On a $4,000 Air Canada Vacations package, a card earning 1.5 points per dollar gives you 6,000 Aeroplan points.

Why Choose an All-Inclusive Vacation Package?

Do you find prices high and wonder if you should take the plunge? An all-inclusive package allows you to enjoy many benefits:

Simplicity: everything is planned in advance, so there’s nothing to worry about.
You ultimately save money since you don’t have to book each element separately.
Comfort is not overlooked, on the contrary. You receive full service with well organized logistics, whether you’re staying at top hotels near turquoise waters or close to a golf course.

All that’s left to do is use the right credit card when booking to earn points and reduce the cost of your Air Canada Vacations all inclusive getaway.

Sun Destinations: Tips for Affordable All Inclusive Vacations in the South

Thanks to points and rewards programs, you can travel better for less! Credit card welcome offers will save you a lot of money!

Our all-inclusive travel guide to the best credit cards for a Southern vacation with points explains how to get your toes in the sand, on a budget.

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Starting from 10,000 points, enjoy a $100 discount on a booking with Voyage à la carte, which represents the best use of your points. The card also offers an annual $150 travel credit that can be used for parking, checked bags, seat selection, airport lounges, or upgrades.

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With this card, you have access to a $150 annual travel credit that you can use in any of these categories:

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Our 3 Criteria for Winter 2026-2027

The 12 destinations on this list meet three conditions:

Direct flights from at least one major Canadian city this winter.
No Government of Canada advisory to avoid non-essential travel.
All-inclusive resorts open for the season, for families and adults alike.

Cuba is no longer on this list: the Government of Canada advises avoiding non-essential travel, and Canadian airlines have suspended their flights to the island until further notice. Here are the main new flights from Canada this winter:

What's new for winter 2026-2027 from Canada
Destination	What's new	Departing from
Aruba	Air Canada from Dec. 6, Air Transat from Dec. 12	Montreal
Aruba	Porter	Toronto, Ottawa
Barbados	Air Transat from Dec. 13 (2 flights/week)	Montreal
Barbados	Air Canada	Halifax
Turks and Caicos	Porter from Nov. 6 (5 flights/week) and Dec. 17	Toronto, Ottawa
Costa Rica (Liberia)	WestJet from Dec. 20; Air Canada from Dec. 13	Ottawa; Vancouver
Costa Rica (San José)	Air Transat from Dec. 15	Quebec City
Samaná	Sunwing, now year-round	Montreal
Jamaica	400,000 seats from Canada this winter (tourism board)	Several cities

Best Sun Destinations

Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda continues to grow in popularity as a top sun destination for all-inclusive vacations. The island, located about sixty kilometers north of Guadeloupe, offers stunning beaches, charming towns, and uniquely turquoise water.

Antigua and Barbuda is also loved for its cuisine, breathtaking scenery, and its charming capital, St. John's, featuring a lively harbour, bustling downtown filled with restaurants, and inspiring architecture.

Departing from St John’s, this guided tour of the island of Antigua will immerse you in local history.

For your next photo shoot, head to Barbuda, the quieter and wilder sister island, to bask in the beauty of its pink sand beaches.

Among the interesting all-inclusives in Antigua and Barbuda:

Hammock Cove Antigua, adults only
Carlisle Bay, for families (all-inclusive plan optional)
Cocobay Resort Antigua, adults only

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Samaná

Lesser known than Punta Cana and Puerto Plata, the Samaná region of the Dominican Republic is greatly appreciated for its more natural setting, with its stunning landscapes and generous choice of outdoor activities.

Several activities are available for tourists who book at one of the region’s hotels:

You could book an excursion to Cayo Levantado, known as Bacardi Island, and also discover:

El Limon Falls
Los Haitises National Park
The charming capital Santa Barbara de Samana, Las Terrenas and its beaches
Humpback whale watching, from mid-January to the end of March

The 12 Best Southern Destinations for All-Inclusive Vacations in 2026 - Samana credit marjorie d. lafond

Punta Cana

Punta Cana is the most popular all-inclusive destination in the Caribbean. Initially, the area only had a handful of resorts along Bavaro Beach. But today, what is known as Greater Punta Cana extends from Cap Cana in the southeast to Uvero Alto in the north.

From family getaways to adults-only retreats or golf trips with friends, there’s no shortage of all-inclusive accommodation options in Punta Cana:

This sunny destination is undoubtedly one of the most easily accessible, thanks to its vast choice of resorts and daily flights. You could also take the opportunity to visit one of the other major cities in the Dominican Republic during your stay.

Among the activities, don’t hesitate to book a boat excursion to Saona Island.

The 12 Best Southern Destinations for All-Inclusive Vacations in 2026 - Juanillo Beach at Cap Cana credit marjorie d. lafond

Bahamas

Winter is one of the best seasons to visit the Bahamas. While temperatures are dropping in much of the world, the sun continues to shine on the archipelago.

Considered by many to be the most romantic place in the world, the countless islands of the Bahamas offer crystal-clear coastal waters, luxurious accommodations, and a vibrant culture, not to mention their lush rainforest landscapes.

Among the all-inclusive resorts in the Bahamas that offer good value for money, you’ll find:

Viva Fortuna Beach by Wyndham, on Grand Bahama

You’ll experience a complete change of scenery with this excursion to Green Cay, Athol Island, and Rose Island, aboard a speedboat departing from Nassau.

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Aruba

The island of Aruba, also known as the Happy Island, is located not far from Venezuela. It’s popular with tourists for its white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, but also for its very favourable climate. In fact, it’s said that it almost never rains in Aruba!

Activities include:

The California Lighthouse with breathtaking views
Aruba’s natural swimming pool and butterfly watching
Observe the majestic pink flamingos, for which the island is famous

Aruba has several all-inclusive resorts:

Barcelo Aruba
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba – Beach Resort and Casino (all-inclusive plan optional)

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Costa Mujeres

Not far from bustling Cancún, Costa Mujeres is an increasingly popular destination in the Mexican Caribbean.

This beach resort benefits from the recent construction of all-inclusive resorts with a modern and sophisticated look. The TRS Coral Hotel borders a long, beautiful white-sand beach just across from Isla Mujeres.

From Cancun, enjoy a luxury catamaran day trip to Isla Mujeres during your all inclusive vacation.

The 12 Best Southern Destinations for All-Inclusive Vacations in 2026 - TRS Coral Hotel at Costa Mujeres credit marjorie d. lafond

Cancún and the Riviera Maya

The reputation of the Cancún and Riviera Maya region is well established. Many of the best resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean are here, including Cancún, Tulum, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Costa Mujeres and Riviera Cancún. To plan your stay, check out our complete guide to all-inclusive packages in Mexico.

The choice of activities are endless! From idyllic natural parks with cenotes, to scuba diving, to exceptional Mayan sites, you’ll certainly find what you’re looking for. This excursion to Chichén Itzá and the Chichi Kan cenote should make your list.

Among the hotels:

The 12 Best Southern Destinations for All-Inclusive Vacations in 2026 - Le Blanc Spa in Cancun credit marjorie d. lafond

Barbados

Barbados has become a top destination for travellers seeking sun vacations during the winter.

The island is known for its long, fine sandy beaches and the clear, calm waters of its west coast. It’s also a surfer’s paradise, with the east side of the island offering great waves.

Its capital, Bridgetown, features charming boutiques, including upscale shops along Broad Street, plenty of activities such as boating and fishing, and a lively nightlife scene along Baxter’s Road.

There are several all-inclusive resorts on the island of Barbados:

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Jamaica

Jamaica has so much to offer travellers looking for a change of scenery: lush tropical landscapes, stunning beaches, majestic rivers, and beautiful waterfalls. Visitors to the island should make it a point to explore at least one of the country’s waterfalls on a day trip, including the popular Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios.

Jamaica is also loved for its delicious exotic cuisine. There’s nothing quite like eating fresh jerk cooked over pimento wood or the taste of an ice-cold Red Stripe beer on a hot summer day!

The all-inclusive offers are very generous in Jamaica, there’s something for everyone. Here are some resorts with great value:

Hurricane Melissa hit the west of the island in late October 2025. Negril has fully reopened, including the Grand Lido on August 25, 2026, and the Grand Palladium never closed. In Montego Bay, several resorts remain closed until 2027: before you book, check the tourism board's reopenings page.

The 12 Best Southern Destinations for All-Inclusive Vacations in 2026 - Beach at Moon Palace Jamaica credit marjorie d. lafond

Costa Rica

In recent years, Costa Rica has grown in popularity as a top choice for a southern sun getaway, and for good reason. Whether you’re looking for adventure, family activities, fine dining, luxury hotels, budget BBs or all-inclusive, you’ll find it all here in a unique natural setting!

Costa Rica is renowned for its magnificent national parks. Tourists can enjoy outdoor activities like rafting, canyoning, cave tubing, and zip-lining. It’s also one of the best places in the world to discover exotic wildlife, such as macaws, monkeys, sea turtles, and adorable sloths.

Among the most popular all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica:

Departing from San José, visit one of Costa Rica’s jewels with this excursion to Manuel Antonio National Park.

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Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is attracting more and more Canadians: in April 2026, the island welcomed 45.9% more Canadian visitors than a year earlier, according to its government. You'll find the Pitons, two volcanic peaks listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, golden sand beaches and a tropical rainforest.

Air Canada and WestJet fly nonstop from Toronto to Hewanorra airport. Among the island's all-inclusives, you can choose:

Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, with a family wing and an adults-only Harmony wing
Sandals Halcyon Beach, for couples

Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos is the big new option this winter for Ontario travellers: Porter flies nonstop from Toronto starting November 6, and from Ottawa starting December 17. You'll stay in Providenciales, on Grace Bay, one of the most celebrated beaches in the Caribbean. Among the all-inclusives:

Beaches Turks & Caicos, for families, expanded in 2026 with the Treasure Beach Village
Club Med Turkoise, for adults only

Bottom Line – All-Inclusive Vacations

For a first trip south, Punta Cana and the Riviera Maya offer the widest choice of resorts. For a quieter island, look at Samaná, Antigua or Saint Lucia. And if you're leaving from Ottawa or Toronto, Porter's new flights make Turks and Caicos more accessible than ever.

Which card should you use to pay for your all-inclusive?

Almost all of the packages above can be booked through Air Canada Vacations, which credits Aeroplan points. We recommend two cards: one to earn points on the booking, and another to pay on-site with no foreign transaction fees.

To book: the TD^® Aeroplan^® Visa Infinite* Card earns you 1.5 points per dollar on Air Canada purchases, including Air Canada Vacations, for $139 a year (personal income required: $60,000).
To pay on-site: the Scotiabank Passport^® Visa Infinite +* Card charges no foreign transaction fees, for $150 a year (personal income required: $60,000).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an all-inclusive vacation?

An all-inclusive trip usually includes accommodation, meals, drinks, activities and sometimes flights for a single price and easier planning.

What is the best southern travel destination?

For a successful trip to the south, it is hard to go wrong with Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, the quintessential classic destination with its white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and an abundance of all-inclusive resorts for all budgets. If you are looking for a more authentic and peaceful experience, Samaná, also in the Dominican Republic, offers magnificent wild beaches and humpback whale watching from mid-January to the end of March. For those seeking a unique blend of British and Caribbean culture, Barbados offers exceptional beaches on both its calm west coast and its more rugged east coast.

Where can you go for a family-friendly all-inclusive beach vacation?

Popular destinations include the Dominican Republic and Mexico for all-inclusive stays. Many hotels offer cultural, sports, and water activities for children.

Where are the best sunny destinations to travel to from Canada?

You’ll be spoiled for choice! The Dominican Republic, Mexico, Barbados and Costa Rica have the most flights, while Saint Lucia and Turks and Caicos are gaining popularity this winter. It all depends on your tastes and your budget. Travel points will help you save on your next trip.

Do all-inclusives include everything?

“All-comprehensive” is often a term used to indicate that everything is taken care of, including extras like premium activities. “All-inclusive” includes the basics but may have additional fees for certain services.

Which Caribbean destination offers the best all-inclusive?

It all depends on your budget and the type of stay. Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic, offers the best value for money and the widest selection of resorts. Mexico, with Cancun and the Riviera Maya, stands out for its gastronomy and proximity to Mayan sites. Jamaica focuses on a festive atmosphere, while Aruba and Barbados are suited to more upscale stays.

Can you still go to Cuba for an all-inclusive this winter?

The Government of Canada advises avoiding non-essential travel to Cuba, and Canadian airlines have suspended their flights to the island until further notice. For a similar all-inclusive, Punta Cana, Samaná and the Riviera Maya offer comparable packages with direct flights from Canada.

What are the new sun destinations from Canada this winter?

Porter is launching Turks and Caicos from Toronto and Ottawa, Air Transat and Air Canada are adding Aruba from Montreal, and WestJet now links Ottawa to Liberia, Costa Rica. Samaná is also served year-round from Montreal, which gives you more dates to see the whales.

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The actual value of offers, savings realized and points earned will vary depending on card usage and eligibility for applicable offers. Conditions apply.

1 Offer description and conditions: The 25,000 Scene+ points offer (the « offer ») applies only to new Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card credit card accounts (the « accounts ») opened between August 4, 2026 and November 1, 2026 (regardless of the date you apply for the account) subject to the conditions below. The offer may be modified, cancelled or extended at any time without notice, and it cannot be combined with any other offer.

In addition, as a Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Cardholder, you are eligible for an annual bonus of 10,000 Scene+ points if you charge at least $40,000 in eligible everyday purchases to your Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card account over the course of one year. Conditions apply; see below for more details.

Description and conditions of the 25,000 bonus Scene+ points offer: To be eligible for the 25,000 bonus Scene+ points offer (« 25,000 bonus points »), you must charge at least $2,000 in total eligible purchases to your account within the first three months following the account opening date.

Conditions for the annual 10,000 Scene+ points bonus:
As a Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card credit cardholder, you can earn an annual bonus of at least 10,000 Scene+ points (the « annual points bonus ») if you charge at least $40,000 in eligible purchases to your account over the course of one year (12-month period). The annual period begins on the account opening date; a new period starts again every twelve months thereafter. If you replace another Scene+-eligible credit card with the Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card (i.e., it is not a new card or an additional card), the opening date of your original account will be carried over to your new Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card account and your annual period under this offer will begin on the next anniversary date of your original account opening. For example, if you originally opened a Scotiabank Gold American Express^® Card account on January 15, 2022 and you switch to the Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite +* Card on July 15, 2025, your annual period under the 10,000 Scene+ points annual bonus offer will begin on January 15, 2026 (your next anniversary date) and a new period will start again on January 15 each year thereafter. You will earn 2,000 bonus Scene+ points for each additional $10,000 in purchases made during the same year once you have reached the $40,000 annual purchase threshold.

Eligible purchases means purchases, less refunds, returns and any other similar credits, and excludes payments, cash advances (including balance transfers and quasi-cash transactions), interest charges, as well as card fees and other fees.

Fulfillment of the annual points bonus: Bonus points will be credited within approximately eight weeks after you become eligible for a bonus, provided the account is open and in good standing. In the case of a joint account with a primary borrower and a co-borrower, bonus points will be credited as follows: (i) the 25,000 bonus points and the annual points bonus will be credited to the Scene+ account linked to the account of the borrower who made the transaction that reached the eligible purchase threshold ($2,000, or $40,000) within the appropriate timeframe (the first three months, or the first 12 months). If an additional cardholder makes the transaction that reaches the eligible purchase threshold for the 25,000 bonus points, or the annual points bonus, the bonus points will be credited to the Scene+ account linked to the primary borrower’s account. It is possible to transfer points between the Scene+ accounts of a primary borrower, a co-borrower or an additional cardholder by contacting Scene+. An account is in good standing if it is not past due, there is no over-limit, and the cardholder(s) have complied with the terms of the Revolving Credit Agreement that applies to the account. All other program conditions continue to apply during the offer period.

Offer eligibility and exclusions: You cannot take advantage of the offer if you are currently a primary or secondary cardholder of a Scotiabank personal credit card or have been one in the past two years, including if you transfer your balance from an existing Scotiabank personal credit card account, and if you are a Scotiabank employee. Subject to the exclusions mentioned above, small business credit cardholders are eligible for this offer.

Rates and fees: The annual fees are $150 for the primary card, $0 for the first additional card and $50 for each additional card thereafter (including those issued to joint account holders and additional cardholders). The preferred annual interest rates applicable to the account are as follows: 20.99% on purchases and 22.99% on cash advances (including balance transfers and quasi-cash transactions). The rates, fees, and features and benefits, which are described in the disclosure statement accompanying the application, may be changed.

Savings at Shell

Get up to 7 cents per litre in instant fuel discounts for a limited time and earn up to 3 cents per litre in Scene+ points value with an eligible Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite + card linked to a Shell Go+ Account:

Instant 3 cents per Litre Discount on Fuel Purchases (All Grades): Receive an instant 3 cents per litre discount on purchases of fuel (all grades) (“Fuel Purchases (All Grades)”) at participating Shell locations in Canada when you use any eligible Scotiabank debit card or credit card linked to a Shell Go+ Account, up to a maximum of 1,000 litres per month per Scotiabank debit card and per Scotiabank credit card account. This total limit resets at the start of each new month per payment card account. This discount is subject to the Scotiabank Fuel Benefit Terms and Conditions.
Instant 4 cents per Litre Discount on Premium Fuel: Between May 26, 2026 and June 1, 2027 (“Promotional Period”), receive an instant 4 cents per litre discount on purchases of V-Power^® gasoline, or V-Power^® diesel (“Premium Fuel Purchases”) at participating Shell locations in Canada when you use any eligible Scotiabank credit card that earns Scene+ points linked to a Shell Go+ Account, up to a maximum of 1,000 litres per month per credit card account. This total limit resets at the start of each new month per credit card account. This promotional offer, including the Promotional Period, may be changed, extended, or withdrawn at any time without notice. These promotional offer terms are in addition to the Scotiabank Fuel Benefit Terms and Conditions.
Earn up to 3 cents per Litre in Scene+ points Value (Equivalent) on Fuel Purchases: Each time you use your linked Scotiabank credit card that earns Scene+ points on Fuel Purchases (All Grades) at participating Shell locations in Canada, you will earn at least 1 Scene+ point per $1 spent. Plus, as a Scene+ Member you will also automatically earn 1 Scene+ point for each litre in Fuel Purchases (All Grades), and as a Shell Go+ member, automatically earn 1 additional Scene+ point for each litre in Premium Fuel Purchases, made with your linked Scotiabank credit card. This means that for every litre in fuel purchased with your linked credit card, you can earn the equivalent of up to 3 cents of redeemable Scene+ points value based on a redemption value of $10 for every 1,000 Scene+ points redeemed for fuel purchases at participating Shell locations. Actual value may be lower depending on how you choose to redeem your Scene+ points. Earn and redemption limits may apply. See the Scene+ Program Terms and Conditions available at sceneplus.ca/terms-and-conditions for full details including redemption options and additional terms.

Note: Highest value of 10 cents per litre assumes a Premium Fuel Purchase made with a Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite + Card linked to a Shell Go+ Account. Actual value will vary depending on payment card used and whether or not the card is linked, fuel grade purchased, and how you choose to redeem your Scene+ points.

Additional 3¢/L at Shell (limited time)

Additional 3¢/L Fuel Discount Offer: Offer valid from October 5, 2026 to December 31, 2026 (“Promotional Period”), eligible Scotiabank credit and debit cardholders enrolled in the Shell Fuel Benefits Program who have linked an eligible Scotiabank payment card (an “Eligible Card”) to their Shell Go+ account will receive an additional instant fuel discount of 3 cents per litre on eligible fuel purchases at participating Shell-branded retail locations in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories (the “Eligible Provinces”) excluding Shell Flying J locations. Fuel purchases made outside the Eligible Provinces are not eligible for this offer.

To receive the additional fuel discount, customers must pay with their linked Eligible Card at the time of purchase.

The additional fuel discount is in addition to the fuel savings available through the Shell Fuel Benefits Program and may be combined with other eligible fuel discounts, rewards programs, and promotional fuel offers unless otherwise stated in the applicable offer terms and conditions.

The additional fuel discount is available on up to 1,000 litres of eligible fuel purchases per calendar month for each Eligible Card. The 1,000-litre limit resets at the beginning of each calendar month.

The additional fuel discount is non-transferable, is not redeemable for cash, and cannot be substituted or exchanged.

Participation in the Shell Fuel Benefits Program is subject to the applicable program terms and conditions available at Scotiabank Fuel Benefit Terms and Conditions.

Shell Canada reserves the right to make changes to this offer and to terminate the offer at any time, for any reason and without notice.

All other applicable terms and conditions of the Shell Fuel Benefits Program, Shell Go+ and Scotiabank continue to apply.