WestJet celebrated the commencement of service between the island of Bonaire and Toronto, with the departure of WS2550 on 12DEC.
WestJet will operate weekly service between Toronto and Bonaire throughout the winter season. It is the only airline offering direct flights between the Canadian metropolis and the Dutch Caribbean Island.
"We are thrilled to celebrate the departure of our inaugural flight between Toronto and Bonaire today as we continue to champion the WestJet Group as Canada's leading coast-to-coast leisure travel provider," said WestJet Vice-President of Airports, David Powell. "With the departure of today's flight, we look forward to providing this new connectivity to Toronto that will offer unforgettable experiences and tourism opportunities in both destinations."
Miles Mercera, CEO of Tourism Corporation Bonaire, added, "We looked forward with great excitement to the arrival of our guests from Canada, and the much-anticipated day is finally here with the first WestJet flight landing in Bonaire. Canada remains one of our top 10 markets, and this historic new connection signifies a major step in accommodating the increasing desire for tourism on our picturesque island."
As part of the Dutch Caribbean, Bonaire is in the Leeward Antilles in the Caribbean Sea and is accessible through The Flamingo International Airport. Known for its shore diving and windsurfing, Bonaire is the ideal destination for warm weather and adventure-seeking Canadians.
More information on WestJet's website.
