West Coast travelers gain nonstop access to the Bahamas, plus expanded service to Mexico, starting this winter.

Get ready to swap your winter coats for beachwear! Alaska Airlines is brightening up your winter travel plans with its debut flights to the Bahamas, boasting nonstop journeys from both Los Angeles and Seattle. The airline is also expanding its service to Mexico, announcing new routes between Las Vegas and both Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta. All these international flights are slated to begin operation in mid-December.