Saskatchewan residents are headed to airports to escape the cold

Although some people may battle Saskatchewan weather by bundling up or staying indoors, others are embarking on their annual trip to Mazatlán, Mexico.

Known for vibrant beaches, it’s what most Saskatchewan residents are dreaming of.

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With temperatures dropping lower than -30 in Regina on Friday, travellers have left their winter jackets at home and dressed for Mexico. Rajan Sagar from C World Travel Agency says it’s not uncommon for interest in flights to Mexico, Cuba and Dominican to rise this time of year — and business is booming.

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