Canadians appear eager to take off for sun destinations despite ongoing COVID-19 challenges – CBC

Increased demand for bookings, as Ottawa still advising Canadians to stay home

Sep 19, 2021

Michel Dubois has packed his bags, even though his planned trip to Cuba is still more than two months away.

That’s because the retired TV cameraman and editor from Saint-Jérome, Que., is eager for a break from the monotony of pandemic life.

“After a year and a half of sitting in front of my TV and computer, it’s time to move on,” said Dubois, 70, who plans to do some scuba diving and enjoy the sun.

Trips like the one Dubois has booked are giving airlines and tour operators something to look forward to as well — seemingly better business prospects after months of severely hampered operations due to pandemic-related border closures and travel restrictions.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/canadian-travellers-sun-destinations-covid-1.6179656