Canadians dreaming of trading snow for sunshine just got even more reasons to choose Belize. WestJet has announced its largest ever winter schedule to Latin America and the Caribbean for winter 2026/27, and Belize is front and center in the expansion.
At Barefoot Services, we welcome travelers from Canada all winter long, and this news means getting here is about to become easier than ever. Here is what Canadian travelers need to know.
WestJet’s Biggest Winter Sun Schedule Yet
For winter 2026/27, WestJet will operate up to 1,252 weekly flights across 88 non-stop routes between Canada and destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean, increasing overall capacity to the region by 12 percent year over year.
As part of the expansion, WestJet is strengthening its position as Canada’s largest airline to Belize. That means more seats, more convenient connections, and more opportunities for Canadians to escape the cold and experience the jungles, beaches, and reefs of Belize this winter.
One of the most exciting additions for Belize bound travelers is new WestJet service connecting Winnipeg to Belize City, giving travelers from the Canadian Prairies a brand new gateway to paradise. Combined with WestJet’s existing Belize service, Canadians across the country have more options than ever to reach Belize non-stop or with easy connections through WestJet’s network.
Why Belize Is the Perfect Canadian Winter Escape
While Canada is bundled up in parkas and snow tires, Belize is enjoying the very best weather of its year. The winter months bring the heart of the dry season, with sunny days, temperatures in the low 80s, and refreshing Caribbean breezes.
Belize is also one of the easiest destinations for Canadians to visit. English is the official language, the exchange rate is straightforward, and the country’s compact size means you can experience rainforest, Maya ruins, and the Belize Barrier Reef all in a single trip.
From snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and diving the Great Blue Hole to cave tubing, birdwatching, and climbing the temples of Xunantunich and Caracol, a winter escape to Belize offers adventures you simply cannot find at home in January.
From the Airport to Adventure, We Have You Covered
Once your WestJet flight touches down at the Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport in Belize City, the last thing you want is to worry about logistics.
Barefoot Services meets you at the airport with private, air conditioned shuttle transfers to San Ignacio, Placencia, Hopkins, and destinations throughout the country, as well as connections to the water taxi terminals for Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker. Our professionally guided tours are planned around the most comfortable times of day, so your winter getaway is smooth and enjoyable from the moment you land.
Let Barefoot Services Create Your Complete Winter Vacation
Barefoot Services is much more than shuttles and tours. As your local travel partner in Belize, we can customize or create a complete Belize vacation for your winter escape, from airport pickup and transportation to guided tours, activity scheduling, and a full itinerary built around your travel style.
With WestJet making it easier than ever for Canadians to reach Belize, now is the perfect time to start planning. Winter is Belize’s high season, and flights, accommodations, and tours fill up quickly, so booking early means better choices and a stress free trip.
We also plan custom Belize vacations throughout the fall, so whether you are chasing November sunshine for Garifuna Settlement Day or planning the ultimate January reef escape, our local team is ready to help.
Start Planning Your Winter Escape to Belize
With expanded WestJet service for winter 2026/27, there has never been a better time for Canadians to discover Belize.
Contact Barefoot Services today and let us customize the perfect winter vacation for you. Our local team will handle the planning, transportation, and tours so all you have to do is book your flight and pack your sandals.
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