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Celebrate Pride Under the Sun in Cuba with Annual Chill Out Event – January 31, 2026
Air Canada Vacations presents the return of its annual Chill Out Event; a week-long Pride celebration under the Cuban sun, booking now at special rates for travel in January 2026.
ACV Chill Out Event vacation packages include a 7-night all-inclusive stay at the vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly Gran Muthu Rainbow resort in Cayo Guillermo, Cuba, where travellers will be treated to an exclusive welcome kit, cocktail reception, and enjoy daily entertainment, including DJ sets, drag performances, beach parties, and a grand farewell gala dinner. Check out the daily calendar of events.
“Air Canada Vacations has always embraced diversity and inclusion, not only within the workplace, but also within our community and through our travel experiences,” said Vice President Nino Montagnese.
“In fact, the last Air Canada Vacations Chill Out event featured a celebratory airport gate activation, much to the delight of passengers. When you consider that many event-goers are returning customers, it’s a testament to just how unforgettable this Pride vacation celebration truly is. You never know what surprises we’ll have in store.”
Travel advisors can book their clients’ 7-night all-inclusive Air Canada Vacations Chill Out package to Cayo Coco, including non-stop flights departing on January 31, 2026, from Montreal starting at $1,399 per person, and from Toronto starting at $1,349 per person.
Guests can also take advantage of event exclusive hotel rates for double or single occupancy in a Junior Suite or higher category. Availability is limited. To book or learn more, click here.
The Gran Muthu Rainbow Cayo Guillermo is an adults-only 4-star resort nestled on Punta Playuelas, Cayo Guillermo. Guests are treated to 5 bars, 6 restaurants, a magnificent pool, and an endless array of included activities. It features 248 stylishly decorated rooms, including junior suites, suites, and swim out suites.
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Bryen Dunn is a freelance journalist based in Toronto with a focus on tourism, lifestyle, entertainment and community issues. He has written several travel articles and has an extensive portfolio of celebrity interviews with musicians, actors and other public personalities. He’s willing to take on any assignments of interest, attend parties with free booze, listen to rants, and travel the world in search of the great unknown. He’s eager to discover the new, remember the past, and look into the future.