Cheryl MacKinnon - Emerald Escapes Travel Group

09/03/2026

🍁✈️ AIR CANADA VACATIONS! ✈️🌎

Last night I had the opportunity to attend an Air Canada Vacations’ event and get a firsthand look at what’s coming, and there are some exciting new options for travellers this winter and into 2027! 👏☀️🌴

🆕 6 NEW DESTINATIONS
🇲🇽 Mazatlán, Mexico
🇭🇳 Roatán, Honduras
🇲🇽 Mérida, Mexico
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
🇩🇴 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
🇪🇸 Tenerife South, Spain

✈️ OUT OF HALIFAX!

Air Canada Vacations’ direct flight offerings from Halifax (YHZ) include:

🌴 Montego Bay, Jamaica
☀️ Cancún, Mexico
🏖️ Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
🌊 Nassau, Bahamas
🇧🇧 Bridgetown, Barbados
🎢 Orlando, Florida

And Halifax to Bridgetown, Barbados is one of the NEW routes! 🇨🇦✈️🇧🇧

🌎 MORE WAYS TO EXPLORE IN 2026

Air Canada Vacations is also expanding beyond the traditional vacation package:

✨ New tour packages in Guatemala
✨ New tour packages in Ecuador
✨ An expanded Asia Tours portfolio
✨ New hotel additions in Thailand
✨ More options for travellers looking for extended stays

Across Canada, new routes are opening up to destinations including Aruba, Copenhagen, Sapporo, Puerto Escondido, Liberia, Mazatlán and more. 🌍

There is a LOT coming, and I’m excited to be able to bring these new options to my clients! ❤️✈️

Thinking about getting away this winter or planning something a little different for 2027? Send me a message and let’s start looking at where Air Canada Vacations can take you! 🌴☀️


📧 [email protected]
📱 902-754-6116

08/31/2026

🇨🇦☕ **OH CANADA… WE’VE ARRIVED IN CANCÚN!** 🌴🇲🇽

Well, this could be dangerous for us Canadians! 😂

**Tim Hortons is NOW OPEN in Cancún, Mexico!** ☕🍩🌴 And apparently, **more locations are on the way!**

So now your Cancún vacation can include sunshine ☀️, turquoise water 🌊, tacos 🌮… and possibly a little taste of home with your **Timmies fix!** 🇨🇦❤️

The important question…

☕ Are you grabbing a **Double Double** in Cancún, or are you sticking with the margaritas? 🍹😂

*** From Cancún International Airport (CUN), it’s roughly 15–20 km away, depending on the route, estimate about 20–25 minutes by car in normal traffic. It is not inside the Hotel Zone and not at the airport itself.



https://www.rivieramayanews.mx/tim-hortons-opens-first-cancun-branch-plans-45-locations-in-quintana-roo/?

Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons opens its first Cancún store, targeting 45 locations across Quintana Roo.

08/25/2026

08/12/2026

🌍✨ SOMETHING EXCITING IS COMING TO EMERALD ESCAPES TRAVEL GROUP! ✨🌍

Calling all travel enthusiasts, curious explorers, and adventure seekers! 🧳🌴✈️

We’re getting ready to introduce something NEW…

🔥 OFF THE BEATEN PATH 🔥

A brand-new yearly group travel series designed for those who want to experience the world beyond the tourist trail.

Think:
🌎 Unique destinations
🍴 Authentic local flavours
🎭 Hands-on cultural experiences
🤝 Connecting with local communities
🗺️ Discovering places that don’t feel like everyone else’s vacation

From the Caribbean to Europe and beyond, this series is all about stepping away from the crowds and getting up close and personal with the culture, people, traditions, and experiences that make a destination truly unforgettable.

This isn’t about simply seeing a place…

It’s about experiencing it. ❤️

And yes… we’re keeping the details under wraps for now. 🤫

👀 More information coming in the next couple weeks!

If you’ve ever said, “I want to travel somewhere different…” — you’re going to want to watch for this space.

🌍 Emerald Escapes Travel Group
Travel differently. Experience more.

07/14/2026

🌴✈️ Just Booked! ✈️🌴

So excited for these lucky travelers heading to El Dorado Maroma in beautiful Mexico! 🇲🇽☀️🏖️

Wishing you an incredible week filled with sunshine, ocean views, amazing food, and plenty of time to relax and recharge in paradise. 🍹🌊🌴

The countdown to beach days and poolside drinks officially begins now! 😎☀️

Thank you for trusting me to help plan your getaway. I hope you have an amazing and relaxing week in paradise! 🧳✈️💙

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07/14/2026

☀️🌴 Ready to trade your routine for sunshine and ocean views?

These September Dominican Republic departures from Halifax offer some excellent value for those looking to sneak away before fall arrives. Prices shown are based on double occupancy and apply to the specific departure dates featured.

07/13/2026

🇮🇹✨ BUCKET LIST ALERT — DISCOVER ITALY BY RAIL! ✨🇮🇹

If Italy has always been on your travel wish list, this is your chance to experience three of its most iconic cities in one unforgettable journey. 🚆🍷🍝

🗓 October 20 - 28, 2026
✈️ Departing Halifax
👫 Based on double occupancy
💲 $2,739 per person

Your adventure includes:

🏛️ Venice – Glide through the canals, wander charming alleyways, and soak in the romance of one of the world's most unique cities.

🎨 Florence – Discover Renaissance art, stunning architecture, and some of the best food and w**e Italy has to offer.

🏟️ Rome – Stand before the Colosseum, toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and walk streets that have witnessed nearly 2,000 years of history.

Your package includes:
✅ Flights from Halifax to Venice and home from Rome
✅ Airport transfers in Venice and Rome
✅ 7 nights in 3-star accommodations
✅ 7 breakfasts
✅ First-class high-speed train travel between cities
✅ Self-guided city tours of Venice, Florence, and Rome
✅ Plenty of free time to explore, dine, and experience Italy your way

Picture yourself enjoying gelato in a historic piazza 🍦, sipping w**e from a sidewalk café 🍷, and watching the Italian countryside roll by from the comfort of a high-speed train 🚄.

This isn't just a vacation — it's a trip many people dream about for years.

Will 2026 be the year you check Italy off your bucket list? 🇮🇹❤️

📞 Cheryl MacKinnon
📱 902-754-6116
📧 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])



*Pricing is per person based on double occupancy. Pricing and availability are subject to change without notice.*

07/07/2026

✨🌴 JUST BOOKED! 🌴✨

So excited for this amazing family to vacation like a STAR at Planet Hollywood Playa Mujeres! 🌟🏖️🇲🇽 Get ready for luxury, sunshine, unforgettable memories, and VIP vibes! ☀️🍹🌊🎉

Trust me… you’re NOT going to be disappointed! 🤩💛

✨ Want to vacation like a STAR too? 🌟
📩 Send me a message and let’s get YOU booked on your dream getaway! 🌴✈️🍹