Travel Info
Individuals travelling on their own do not pay an additional single supplement. The pricing quoted reflects the full cost of the package, based on the number of occupants entered.
The "Packages from" is the total package cost divided amongst all guests traveling, including children and infants. All package prices displayed on the website are subject to change until the purchase and approval of the reservation has been completed by WestJet Vacations. Prices are quoted in Canadian funds and are subject to change without notice.
Payment in full with a credit card is required at the time of the booking. We accept MasterCard, Visa, and American Express.
Changes will be accepted until 21 days prior to your departure. Changes are subject to a $75 CAD change fee + GST per person plus applicable supplier rates and charges. Name changes are not permitted. Some suppliers do not accept changes.
Cancellations will be accepted until 21 days prior to your departure. Cancellations outside of 21 days are subject to a $75 CAD cancellation fee + GST per person plus applicable supplier rates and charges, with the remainder of the package price refunded to the original credit card. Cancellations within 21 days prior to departure will result in 100% forfeit of the amount paid.
WestJet will issue a Hurricane Travel Advisory based on information provided by the Canadian Hurricane Centre or the National Hurricane Center (U.S.A.).
Cancelling reservations due to a hurricane
If a Hurricane Travel advisory is issued for your origin or destination and travel dates, or a hurricane has passed through your destination within two weeks prior to the arrival date, you may cancel your reservation before the first scheduled flight without penalty for a refund to the original credit card used as form of payment at the time of purchase.
If the new package price is greater than the original package, you will be responsible for the difference in fare; however, all applicable exchange fees will be waived.
In the event that the price of the new package is lower than the original package, the difference in fare will be placed in a WestJet Travel Bank credit, applicable toward air reservations only. This credit is valid for one year from the date of issue and is fully transferable.
If the price of the new package is higher than the original package, you will be responsible for the difference in fare; however, all applicable exchange fees will be waived.
In the event that the price of the new package price is lower than the original package, the difference in fare will be placed in a WestJet Travel Bank credit, applicable toward air reservations only. This credit is valid for one year from the date of issue and is fully transferable.
In the event that the price of the new package price is lower than the original package, the difference in fare will be placed in a WestJet Travel Bank credit, applicable toward air reservations only. This credit is valid for one year from the date of issue and is fully transferable.
If you choose to return early or are evacuated early, you will receive a refund for the unused portion of your vacation package (not including air).
Many hotels allow children and infants to stay for free when sharing existing bedding in a room with an adult. The total price will reflect the appropriate pricing based on the children's ages.
When pricing a WestJet Vacations package with children and infants, offers such as "kid's stay and/or eat free" are included in the total cost. The "Packages from" is the total package cost divided amongst all guests traveling, including children and infants.
The Requests and payment for cribs and cots can be done directly with the hotel.
Guests with special needs
Guests with special needs are welcome to book WestJet Vacations packages on the website; however, after completing your booking we require you to Contact Us so we can request additional services you require. Certain needs such as wheelchair accessibility are on a request-only basis and may not be available at all properties. A WestJet Vacations representative will be able to provide information on hotel accessibility and availability.
WestJet fleet
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Airport check-in
You can check in a maximum of three hours prior to flight departure. For domestic flights, guests must check in a minimum of one hour prior (90 minutes prior if special assistance is required). For flights to and from the
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WestJet guests are required to be through security and at their departure gate 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of their flight. Guests arriving at the gate less than 10 minutes prior to departure risk losing their reserved seat.
Guests traveling to the
WestJet check-in counters are located in the following terminals:
* MONTEGO BAY (MBJ) EXCEPTION: Guests traveling to
Pets
Pets are not accepted at all hotels. Please contact the hotel directly for inquiries about pet acceptance. Extra charges may apply and must be paid directly to the hotel. Guests wishing to travel with their pets are required to Contact Us so we can ensure your pet is added to your flight reservation.
Tickets & vouchers
WestJet utilizes a ticketless reservation system and does not require a paper ticket for your flight. In most cases, vouchers or tickets are also not required to redeem for hotel, car, and activity services with a piece of identification enough to redeem vacation services. You will be notified if a voucher is required for any part of your package.
All attractions are 100% non-refundable.
ID requirements for travel within
All guests aged 18 and over are required to present at the gate, during boarding, one piece of valid government issued photo ID showing their name, date of birth and gender. If a valid government issued photo ID is not available, then two pieces of valid government issued non-photo ID will be required one of which must show their name, date of birth and gender.
Accepted valid government issued photo ID and non-photo ID are:
For more information on the type of identification which will be accepted for air travel, as per the identity screening requirements, please visit the link below.
http://www.passengerprotect.gc.ca/identity.html
ID requirements for travel International and Transborder:
It is the responsibility of the guest to ensure they have the correct documentation for flights between
Name Changes: When travelling with a birth certificate and a photo ID (where accepted) that show different last names (maiden name and married name), the marriage certificate must be used to provide legal support for the change of name.
If you are a citizen of a country other than
Adults travelling with minor children: Check out the following Foreign Affairs Canada website for detailed information on providing proper documents for children: http://www.voyage.gc.ca/main/before/children_travel-en.asp or contact your consulate or embassy.
Children travelling with one parent: WestJet is able to advise of requirements for proof of identification and citizenship, however please contact your Consulate or Embassy to confirm additional requirements about minors travelling with one parent/adult, including proof of custody, notarized letters, etc.
Suppliers - Some hotel and activity suppliers may require ID for redemption of services.
Aircraft schedule changes and delays
Flight schedules are subject to change. WestJet Vacations will make every effort to inform guests of any changes. Guests are urged to contact WestJet 48 hours prior to departure, to reconfirm flight times.
If your flight is delayed, WestJet Vacations cannot be held responsible for expenses incurred. Guests must contact their hotel and/or car rental company in the event they are delayed beyond the expected time of arrival. Guests can also contact WestJet Vacations if further assistance is required.
Hotel check-in / check-out
Check-in and check-out times vary by property and may not coincide with flight arrival and departure times. Refunds for unused services are not provided in the event of an early departure. All guests that wish to check out later than the specified hotel check-out time are required to pay any additional charges that the hotel will impose upon them. A credit card may be required at check-in to secure any incidentals charged to the room.
Room requests
WestJet Vacations will forward requests for specific room types, bedding configurations, and other room requests to the hotel however we cannot guarantee they will be available.
Hotel ratings
WestJet Vacations has developed the following rating guide to help you choose the property that best suits your needs and budget. Our ratings are based on WestJet Vacations' assessment of each property's available facilities, services, location and amenities. WestJet Vacations certainly strives to ensure that the descriptions on this website are current at all times; however, for a few reasons beyond our control, changes can occur which may affect our ratings. As such, our hotel rating system should be used as a guideline only and is subject to change without notice. Any photographs appearing on this website are for your information only and are not guaranteed to be an exact representation of what a property will look like upon arrival.
Star Ratings:
Hotel descriptions and construction
WestJet Vacations will make every effort to ensure that the hotel information described online is current and accurate however cannot be responsible for changes to hotel services or inconveniences as a result of hotel construction.
Hotel service
Hotel management should be contacted immediately if you are not satisfied with your accommodation. If the matter cannot be resolved by the hotel, contact WestJet Vacations.
Car rental
Drivers must be a minimum of 21 to 25 years of age (depending on the destination) and hold a valid major credit card or may be required to provide a cash deposit. There may be a daily surcharge for renters under 25 years old. Additional authorized drivers, taxes and fees are paid locally to the car rental company. Car rentals rates are based on a twenty four (24) hour period. Vehicles must be returned on or before the pickup time on the rental agreement or they may be subject to additional charges. WestJet Vacations strongly recommends the purchase of car insurance with your vehicle rental. Car rental company reserves the right to refuse any request for rental, including requests for persons under age, persons not in possession of a recognized full and valid driver's license, persons unable to satisfy credit or cash requirements, or persons who, in the opinion of car rental company, constitute a risk.
Charter flights (
Flights 5000-5099 between Calgary-Cancun-Calgary and Vancouver-Cancun-Vancouver are operated by WestJet as charter flights for WestJet Vacations, subject to government approval. As charter flights, the rules of carriage, including conditions of carriage and limits of liability, may be different than on WestJet's scheduled network. Carriage on charter flights is subject to WestJet's International Charter Tariff, as well as applicable conventions and regulations. WestJet's International Charter Tariff is available at http://www.westjet.com/pdffile/internationalCharterTariff.pdf and at WestJet's offices.