In an exhilarating celebration of Caribbean connectivity, the Martinique Tourism Authority (MTA) hosted a vibrant gate social gathering at Toronto-Pearson Worldwide Airport (YYZ) to mark the highly-anticipated launch of the primary continuous flight from Toronto to Martinique. The occasion, attended by the Martinican Tourism Commissioner, Bénédicte di Géronimo, together with Caribbean delegates, Air Canada representatives, and Canadian press, marked a historic second for tourism between the 2 areas.
Angela Bruno, Routes Advertising Supervisor, Air Canada, Audrey Tanguay-Beaudette, Supervisor, Gross sales & Tourism Partnerships, Air Canada
Bénédicte di Géronimo, Martinique Tourism Commissioner, Muriel Wiltord, Director Americas, Martinique Tourism Authority
Jean-Sébastien Esposito, Advertising & Promotions Officer, Martinique Tourism Authority
“This new route isn’t simply an air connection; it opens doorways to new alternatives, strengthening our dedication to raise Martinique to the highest of must-visit Caribbean vacationer locations,” remarked di Géronimo throughout the celebration. “As of right now, Martinique has formally grow to be extra accessible to Canadians than ever with as much as 6 weekly flights from Canada. What a tremendous journey! I would really like right here to thank particularly Air Canada for his or her unwavering cooperation and assist.”
Introduced in April of this yr, the brand new route hyperlinks Toronto (YYZ) and Martinique’s capital, Fort-de-France, by way of the Martinique Aimé Césaire Worldwide Airport (FDF). The route enhances Air Canada’s current direct service from Montreal, providing Toronto passengers the comfort of a continuous, 5-hour flight aboard an Airbus B737 MAX with 169 passengers, together with 16 Enterprise Class seats (2X2) and 153 Economic system Class seats (3X3), all outfitted with complimentary private inflight leisure.
Addressing passengers boarding the inaugural flight, Ms. di Géronimo highlighted Martinique’s distinctive virtues, together with its French-Creole delicacies, world-renowned rums, wealthy heritage, and UNESCO-recognized pure magnificence. The “Isle of Flowers” has gained reputation amongst Canadian vacationers because of its various experiences and secure surroundings.
The profitable launch of the flight reinforces Martinique’s dedication to the Canadian market. Ms. di Géronimo beforehand confirmed Canada’s rising significance as a key market, with Canada turning into Martinique’s second-largest supply of tourism arrivals. The strengthening partnership between Air Canada and Martinique positions the airline because the main service between Canada and the French Caribbean.
In closing, Ms. di Géronimo expressed her gratitude to Air Canada and the primary passengers who seized the chance to discover Martinique’s magnificent, welcoming, and genuine island. “Martinique loves you!” she exclaimed, encapsulating the spirit of this momentous event.
