WestJet Appoints Marek Andryszak as President of Sunwing Vacations Group
- Joe Breitfeller

- Feb 5
- 2 min read
WestJet has today announced the appointment of Marek Andryszak as President, Sunwing Vacations Group, effective March 13, 2026.

On Thursday (February 5, 2026), WestJet announced that Marek Andryszak will join the organization as President, Sunwing Vacations Group, effective March 16, 2026. Mr. Andryszak will succeed Andrew Dawson who announced his retirement in 2025. Marek Andryszak brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in the tour operator sector, having held executive roles at DSR Hotel Holding and TUI Group. His expertise spans leading major initiatives including modernizing tour operator distribution channels, driving international growth, advancing product development, and strengthening cost and capacity management.
In Thursday’s announcement, WestJet Group’s Chief Commercial Officer, John Weatherill, said,
“Marek, known for his global mindset and a strong appreciation for cultural diversity, is widely recognized for building high-performing teams and successfully launching new business ventures. We are excited to welcome Marek; his leadership will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the Sunwing Vacations Group as we strengthen our position as the market leader in the Canadian packaged tours market.”
Also commenting on his new role as President of Sunwing Vacations Group, Marek Andryszak, said,
“I’m thrilled to be joining the WestJet Group and leading Sunwing Vacations at such an exciting time for the business. Canada’s travel market offers incredible opportunities, and I look forward to working with our talented teams to deliver exceptional vacation experiences for our customers. My family and I are eager to make the move to Toronto and embrace life in Canada as we start this new chapter together.”
Sunwing Vacations Group is the vacation division of the WestJet Group, and encompasses the leading Canadian vacation brands Sunwing Vacations, WestJet Vacations and WestJet Vacations Québec, along with the growing United States tour operator Vacation Express. Together with the group’s travel retail businesses SellOffVacations.com and Luxe Destination Weddings. Together, they form the largest vacations brands in North America.
Source: WestJet / CNW


