Canadian travelers planning a winter escape to the Dominican Republic are getting a major boost in hotel options. WestJet Vacations has officially announced a massive expansion of its Punta Cana portfolio, adding four brand-new all-inclusive properties to its booking engine just in time for the peak cold weather travel season.
The newly added resorts span the stunning stretches of Playa Bávaro, offering everything from high-end adult concepts to sprawling, family-friendly playgrounds. For Canadian looking to trade the upcoming snow for pristine Caribbean sand, these new additions provide fresh ways to utilize their travel budgets.
The Lopesan Complex Additions
The bulk of the expansion centers around the popular Lopesan Costa Bávaro resort complex, which brings three distinct properties into the WestJet fold.
Headlining this group is the massive five-star Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino. Boasting over 1,000 rooms, this flagship property is built for travelers who want endless options on site. Guests have access to multiple swimming pools, a dedicated kids pool complete with an on-site waterpark, daily activities, and vibrant nightly entertainment. For those who want to stay active or unwind, the resort features a full fitness center, a luxury spa, non-motorized water sports, and an on-site casino alongside a wide array of international dining concepts.
Joining the flagship property within the same expansive resort complex are Lopesan Serenity Cove and Lopesan Caoba Lagoon. These additions give Canadian guests specialized choices within a single destination setting, allowing travelers to tailor their resort experience based on their preferred atmosphere and room style.
The Arrival Of Moon Palace The Grand
Beyond the Lopesan properties, WestJet Vacations has secured booking access for one of the most anticipated new builds in the region: Moon Palace The Grand – Punta Cana.
Designed explicitly for guests of all ages, this high-end all-inclusive resort introduces a massive new footprint to the Playa Bávaro coastline. The property pulls out all the stops for families and couples alike, featuring luxury accommodations, nine distinct swimming pools, an expansive waterpark, and the signature Awe Spa.
Golf enthusiasts will find plenty to love here as well, given that guests have access to an on-site, Greg Norman-designed golf course. Dining and nightlife are equally robust, with a wide range of restaurants and unlimited premium drinks served across the resort bars.
While bookings are officially live for arrivals starting this month, WestJet Vacations notes that finishing touches may still be underway at the property as it ramps up full operations.
What This Means For Canadian Travelers
For Canadian tourists looking to escape the winter freeze, these four additions create significantly more flexibility when packaging flights and hotels together. Playa Bávaro remains one of the most sought-after stretches of coastline in the Caribbean, known for its wide white sand beaches and turquoise water.
Securing these properties directly through WestJet Vacations streamlines the booking process for travelers flying out of Toronto, Calgary, and other major Canadian hubs. If you are planning your winter getaway, these new resorts provide fresh inventory just as the high-season booking window begins to heat up.
Why WestJet Is Ramping Up Capacity
This strategic portfolio expansion is not happening by accident. WestJet Vacations is aggressively scaling up its Dominican Republic inventory to keep pace with record-breaking tourism metrics across the Caribbean. Canadian travelers are currently flocking to the tropical destination in historic numbers, desperately seeking to escape the brutal, sub-zero northern winters. With consumer demand surging to unprecedented heights, major airlines are racing to secure exclusive resort allocations so they can lock in loyal customers before competitor tour operators snap up the remaining rooms.
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