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Professional Press Room (Riviera Nayarit) http://www.rivieranayarit.com Professional Press Room RSS Feed from Riviera Nayarit en-us All Rights Reserved. © Copyright IBCTV 2008 Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:57:30 CST Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:57:30 CST Riviera Nayarit Professional Press RoomRudy Lombergerrlomberger@ibctv.com KEEPING UP WITH NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN RIVIERA NAYARIT http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=100 Riviera Nayarit KEEPING UP WITH NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN RIVIERA NAYARIT 00:00 KEEPING UP WITH NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN RIVIERA NAYARIT RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico âА" Stretching luxuriously along MexicoâАЩs magnificent mid-Pacific Coast, Riviera Nayarit was unknown to most international travelers only a few years ago. Now, it is hard to keep up with the impressive new attractions and services, including a wealth of new resorts and golf courses and, for lucky residents of Memphis and nearby cities, new air service. Here are the latest highlights on these new developments: Punta Mita Several new resorts are opening in Punta Mita. The St. Regis Punta Mita is opening in the fall of 2008, featuring 120 magnificently appointed guest rooms and suites which include 89 Casita rooms with beach view, 70 with king beds, 19 with two queen beds, 10 Junior Suites, 16 Deluxe Suites, three Deluxe One-Bedroom Suites, one Luxury Two Bedroom Suite and one Presidential Suite. The resort will also feature a 10,000 square foot Remede spa and 3,200 square feet of meeting and function space, making the resort ideal for all kinds of special events, and, of course, all the signature services for which the St. Regis brand is renowned worldwide, including its trademark butler service. The resort also will feature Punta Mita's second Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course with greens meandering through the resort grounds, two pools and three full-service restaurants. No less exciting for Punta Mita is the intimate Hotel des Artistes and Punta de Mita Beach Club and Spa, a new resort offering twelve two and three bedroom beachfront suites, an athletic club and spa, art gallery, a rooftop infinity pool, hot tub and bar and fine dining under the direction of world-renowned chef Thierry Blouet at the CafÃ© des Artistes du Mer. LitibÃº An extension of the prestigious resort area of Punta Mita, LitibÃº, is one of Riviera NayaritâАЩs fastest growing areas, with eight new hotels and resorts on the way, thanks the support of Fonatur, MexicoâАЩs national tourism department. Among them is La Tranquila composed of 73 exclusive private residences (in the first phase of development) situated on the Bay of Banderas that will be sold in 1/12 fractional shares, thus offering vacationers all the amenities and pleasures of luxury second home ownership without the extravagant cost. The residences will range in size from one-bedroom and one bath to three bedrooms and three baths. Iberostar Hotels & Resorts is also building three hotels in LitibÃº, the first, opening this year, offering 560 rooms. Other new arrivals in LitibÃº include the Dreams Punta Mita Resort & Spa, the all-inclusive, 320-room property designed for couples and families. Opening in late 2009, the resort also will feature an on-site dolphinarium, a Greg Norman 18-hole golf course and an upscale shopping center. The LitibÃº resort is one of three Dreams is building in the Riviera Nayarit region. Nuevo Vallarta In the Nuevo Vallarta area of Riviera Nayarit the hottest news, along with the new Dreams resort, is the Riu Palace Pacifico. Opening in summer 2008, this deluxe all-inclusive property will include 484 suites and a great choice of dining experiences ranging from a main restaurant to venues serving fusion, Japanese and Mexican cuisines. The resort offers a full range of water sports and other recreational facilities, several lounges and bars, including a swim-up bar; several swimming pools, and childrenâАЩs facilities. Nuevo Vallarta is only nine miles from the international airport in Puerto Vallarta. The 224-room Dreams Villamagna Resort & Spa opens this summer in Nuevo Vallarta on the Bay of Banderas. This all inclusive resort will offer several pools, fine restaurants, Explorers Club for kids and world class spa/fitness center. Also in Nuevo Vallarta is the already announced Marival Condo Resort & Residence scheduled to open in the summer of 2009 with 162 luxury one to four bedroom condominiums measuring from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet and 9 four bedroom villas, each equipped with full kitchen, spacious living areas and outdoor terraces. La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Los Veneros will be a new resort area for Riviera Nayarit on the Banderas Bay coast between La Crux de Huanacaxtle and Punta Mita. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2009, the $126 million investment encompasses 251 condominiums, a small boutique hotel, beach club, spa, and conference rooms. Punta Raza Investors are pouring $118 million into tourism developments in Punta Raza, including eight hotels, 950 homes, a golf course, and a marina. The first phase, including two hotels âА" a Park Hyatt and a Grand Hyatt as well as residences âА" are planned to open in 2011. Lift Northwest AirlinesâАЩ recent addition of daily, non-stop service between Memphis and Puerto Vallarta has resulted in NWA WorldVacations packages featuring nonstop air travel. The new service immediately makes Riviera Nayarit more competitive with other warm-weather destinations for residents of dozens of mid-southern cities, including Louisville, New Orleans and Nashville. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. SILVER ASSOCIATES Tel: (212) 754-6500 Fax: (212) 754-6711 Aik Wye Ng, ext. 360 Email: aikwye@msilver-pr.com Carrie Hyman, ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com NOTE: You are receiving this message because your name and contact information was provided to M. Silver Associates by an authorized media database, source and/or you have requested to receive communications from us. To unsubscribe, please click here: unsubscribe@msilver-pr.com. Please allow 24 hours for updates. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=100 Riviera Nayarit DESIGN YOUR PERFECT VACATION - TAKE IT FOR FREE! http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=99 Riviera Nayarit DESIGN YOUR PERFECT VACATION - TAKE IT FOR FREE! 00:00 DESIGN YOUR PERFECT VACATION - TAKE IT FOR FREE! Mexico's Riviera Nayarit offers travelers the chance to win their dream vacation Riviera Nayarit, Mexico âА" March 3, 2008 âА" Turn your travel fantasy into reality now with Riviera NayaritâАЩs âАЬDesign your Dream Vacation" contest. This contest offers travelers the opportunity to design their ideal Riviera Nayarit getaway and if they win, their dream will be fulfilled. Contestants can learn about the many attractions of the region on the destination website (www.rivieranayarit.com) and include the experiences they would most enjoy in their perfect vacation when they enter to win. Riviera Nayarit has partnered with the Palladium Vallarta Resort Punta Mita as the host hotel for this contest. The resort is located in a blissful setting, surrounded by verdant native vegetation and with a private beach front of fine white sand bathed by the beautiful waters of the Mexican Ocean. For more information please visit www.fiestahotelgroup.com All fully completed contest entrees submitted from now until June 30, 2008 will be placed in a judging process of marketing professionals who will rank originality, creativity and marketing usability of the contest submission. The winner will be selected and contacted via email by July 31, 2008. Travel for winners can take place from September 1- December 15, 2008 or April 15- September 30, 2009. Blackout dates may apply. The winnerâАЩs trip is provided courtesy of the Riviera Nayarit Convention & Visitors Bureau and Palladium Vallarta Resort Punta Mita. Stretching luxuriously along MexicoâАЩs magnificent mid-Pacific Coast, Riviera Nayarit was unknown to most international travelers only a few years ago. Now, it is hard to keep up with the impressive new attractions and services, including a wealth of new resorts, restaurants and golf courses. âАЬThis online contest gives travel enthusiasts the opportunity to have some fun as they learn more about Riviera Nayarit, and they may win the vacation of their dreams,âАЭ said Marc Murphy, director general of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau. To learn more about the "Design your Dream Vacation" contest, registration, rules and all there is to do at the destination, please visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. Silver Associates Inc. 212-754-6500 Carrie Hyman ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com Maria Castro ext. 246 mariac@msilver-pr.com NOTE: You are receiving this message because your name and contact information was provided to M. Silver Associates by an authorized media database, source and/or you have requested to receive communications from us. To unsubscribe, please click here: unsubscribe@msilver-pr.com. Please allow 24 hours for updates. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=99 Riviera Nayarit A TASTE OF RIVIERA NAYARIT: HIDDEN GEMS ALONG THE COAST AWAIT DISCOVERY http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=98 Riviera Nayarit A TASTE OF RIVIERA NAYARIT: HIDDEN GEMS ALONG THE COAST AWAIT DISCOVERY 00:00 A TASTE OF RIVIERA NAYARIT: HIDDEN GEMS ALONG THE COAST AWAIT DISCOVERY A TASTE OF RIVIERA NAYARIT: HIDDEN GEMS ALONG THE COAST AWAIT DISCOVERY Â· The new CafÃ© des Artistes del Mar and gourmet El Delfin Restaurant raise the culinary bar in Riviera Nayarit Â· Grand Velas Resort & Spa just awarded AAA 2008 Four Diamonds for the resort and two restaurants Piaf and Luca Riviera Nayarit, Mexico âА" Charming restaurants in tiny fishing villages offering gourmet cuisine by international chefs and authentic Mexican seaside cuisine are the culinary rewards awaiting travelers exploring MexicoâАЩs newest destination, Riviera Nayarit. Just opened in January 2008, the newest gourmet restaurant is the CafÃ© des Artistes del Mar in Punta de Mita created by award-winning chef, Thierry Blouet of the famed CafÃ© des Artistes and Cocina del Autor restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. CafÃ© des Artistes del MarâАЩs menu exhibits a strong French-Mediterranean influence with heavy emphasis on fresh seafood catches from the area. One of Riviera NayaritâАЩs finest restaurants, El Delfin at Hotel Garza Canela, is located in the heart of the sleepy little town of San Blas. El Delfin is headed by chef Betty Vasquez who studied at The Cordon Bleu School of Culinary Arts in Paris and then worked under celebrated chef Juan Mari Arzak of the famed restaurant, Arzak in San Sebastian, Spain. Arzak is a three starred Michelin restaurant that is a regular on Restaurant MagazineâАЩs âАЬTop 50 Restaurants in the World List.âАЭ At El Delfin, Vasquez uses Mexican ingredients fused with classic European cooking techniques. San Blas is worth a visit beyond its fine dining. The legacy of the Franciscan friar, Junipero Serra who founded the California Missions, can be seen in this town in the shape of a beautiful Spanish fort and ruins of a cathedral. Visitors are also drawn to nearby La Tovara National Park, known for its mangrove forest reserve, bird sanctuary with almost 250 species of birds, crocodiles and turtles. Nuevo Vallarta is Riviera NayaritâАЩs most developed area and offers world-class resorts and of course, a wide variety of restaurants. TinoâАЩs La Laguna is known for its Huachinango Sarandeado, NayaritâАЩs most famous dish which is red snapper grilled with lime and savory spices. La Portena serves quality steaks such as its specialty, the âАЬvacioâАЭ a tender Argentinian steak. If you are staying at Grand Velas Resort & Spa, you can dine at one of its two AAA Four Diamond 2008 Restaurants âА" Luca or Piaf. Kick back and relax in Bucerias which offers affordable inns and bed & breakfast lodgings as well as quality restaurants and bars like Marks Bar & Grill. New Zealander Jan Benton welcomes you to Marks Bar & Grill with its artistic tropical decoration, extensive wine list and a superb menu featuring contemporary cuisine with Mediterranean and Asian-inspired flavors. Other options in the area include El Chivero, a colorful Mexican seaside restaurant and bar which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and AdautoâАЩs on the Beach, a beachfront restaurant and bar serving fresh seafood (lobster, jumbo shrimps, red snapper and langoustines). La Cruz de Huanacaxtle recently unveiled a luxury 400 slip marina named âАЬRiviera Nayarit Marina & Yacht ClubâАЭ and is expecting further development with the opening of boutique hotels in the future. Whisper it quietly but La CruzâАЩs Frascati Ristorante is a favorite among Nayaritans. This attractive restaurant serves fine Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, homemade pastas and a wide variety of fresh sauces. For delicious fish tacos and chilaquiles, head over to La Glorieta which is run by the Ramirez family. Miramar on La CruzâАЩs La Manzanilla Beach offers fresh seafood and Sarandeado fish. A little taste of Europe can be found at the Britannia Bar or Black Forest Restaurant with German cuisine. Bohemian Sayulita is a haven for an eclectic mix of surfers, artists and expats so it offers a wide variety of bars and restaurants. Don PedroâАЩs is the ideal spot to watch the surfers and offers dining under a giant palapa. Don PedroâАЩs chef Nicholas Parrillo, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, prepares Mediterranean specialties with Mexican and Californian influences. Try Sayulita Fish Tacos which serves a signature Baja-style fish taco as well as homemade salsas, guacamole, empanadas, quesadillas and burritos. RollieâАЩs is a popular breakfast and gathering spot amongst locals and expatriates. The fishing village of San Francisco, also known as San Pancho, is famed for its natural beauty and Polo Club matches which take place between November and May. Mar Plata Restaurant recently opened and offers seafood dishes and steaks beside the sea. Another one of San FranciscoâАЩs best kept secrets is La Bottega dei Sapori Italian Bakery which produces tasty pastries and snacks. EditorâАЩs Note: Please see attached fact sheet with detailed contact information on these establishments and more recommendations. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains which unfolds minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. SILVER ASSOCIATES Tel: (212) 754-6500 Fax: (212) 754-6711 Aik Wye Ng, ext. 245 aikwye@msilver-pr.com Carrie Hyman, ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com NOTE: You are receiving this message because your name and contact information was provided to M. Silver Associates by an authorized media database, source and/or you have requested to receive communications from us. To unsubscribe, please click here: unsubscribe@msilver-pr.com. Please allow 24 hours for updates. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=98 Riviera Nayarit RIVIERA NAYARIT HITS THE TOP WITH AAA FIVE- AND FOUR-DIAMOND AWARDS http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=97 Riviera Nayarit RIVIERA NAYARIT HITS THE TOP WITH AAA FIVE- AND FOUR-DIAMOND AWARDS 00:00 RIVIERA NAYARIT HITS THE TOP WITH AAA FIVE- AND FOUR-DIAMOND AWARDS 2008 AAA Travel Guide Puts MexicoâАЩs Newest Vacation Destination among the Leaders for Resorts and Dining Riviera Nayarit, Mexico âА" February 11, 2008 âА" One of MexicoâАЩs hottest new vacation destinations is quickly establishing an outstanding reputation for excellence. The 2008 AAA Travel Guide has awarded its coveted Five-Diamond Award to two resorts in the area and the Four-Diamond Award to three other hotels. Three Nayarit restaurants also earned the Four-Diamond designation. âАЬAAAâАЩs Diamond Rating System is the most respected lodging and restaurant rating system in the industry,âАЭ said Tony Perrone, Regional Manager, AAA National. âАЬThe Four & Five Diamond Awards are only given to establishments that are of superior and exceptional service and standards otherwise they would not have achieved a Four or Five Diamond ratingâАЭ. The 2008 AAA winners in the resort/hotel category in Riviera Nayarit include: Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita âА" Five Diamonds Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort âА" Five Diamonds Grand Mayan âА" Four Diamonds Vallarta Palace âА" Four Diamonds Casa Las Brisas âА" Four Diamonds In addition, three restaurants made the 2008 Four Diamond list, Luca and Piaf, in the Grand Velas Resort, and Aramara at the Four Seasons. An estimated 0.2 percent of the thousands of establishments reviewed typically receive AAAâАЩs Five Diamond Award and only 3 percent achieve Four Diamond status. In Mexico, AAA rated 581 lodgings and 642 Restaurants. More about the Nayarit winners: Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita (Bahia de Banderas) Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita offers an unparalleled luxury within the 1,500-acre master-planned Punta Mita Resort development. Opened in September 1999, the property includes 141 guest rooms and 32 suites housed in quaint Mexican-style casitas. Amenities include two exquisite pool areas, a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship golf course with eight ocean-side holes and the worldâАЩs only natural island green, the full-service Apuane Spa, four outstanding restaurants, tennis courts, the complimentary Kids For All Seasons program and a cultural center that celebrates Riviera NayaritâАЩs rich heritage and traditions. Its Aramara Restaurant was also awarded a Four Diamond. Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort (Nuevo Vallarta) The beachfront Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, located just 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, offers travelers a deluxe all-inclusive experience with its 267 ocean-view suites, many with plasma televisions, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries and original works of art. The newest additions are six Ambassador Grand Class Spa Suites and the two-bedroom and three-bedroom Imperial Spa Suites with more than 3,285 square feet of living space including steam room, Jacuzzi and 50-minute in-suite massage per person; an oceanfront terrace with large Jacuzzi; dining and living areas; and personal butler, maid and bartender. Grand Velas is proud of its two Four Diamond restaurants, Luca and Piaf. Grand Mayan (Nuevo Vallarta) The Grand Mayan, a member of the Mayan Resort property, features 360 spacious rooms complete with its own private Jacuzzi, and offers suites in a variety of sizes ranging from the 438 square foot, Grand Master Room to the 1,249 square foot, Grand Master Suite. Guests enjoy the 18 hole par 71 golf course as well as water sports and the Brio Spa and Fitness Center. The hotel offers two restaurants and four bars, each distinct in design and cuisine. Vallarta Palace (Nuevo Vallarta) The all-inclusive 348-room Vallarta Pallace offers deluxe guest rooms most with ocean views, double Jacuzzis, turndown service and 24-hour room service. Rooms are also equipped with marble baths, separate shower and tub, FaroukÂ® bath amenities and digital safes (laptop size). The hotel offers four restaurants including Bugambilias, specializing in Mexican cuisine, Mar Intimo offering Italian dishes, the Brazilian inspired La Fiesta and Asian dishes at elegant MoMoNoHana; and four bars. The resort also provides two large outdoor swimming pools, two outdoor Jacuzzis, a childrenâАЩs pool, a dive pool for scuba diving demonstrations and lessons, beach volleyball court, tennis court, half-court basketball, seven-hole pitch and putt golf, fitness center, sauna and steam bath and beauty salon. Casa Las Brisas (Punta Mita) Casa Las Brisas, offering eight suites, is located on a small, lovely bay in the Punta Mita area of Riviera Nayarit. An intimate villa setting, it features a traditional ambiance of tile floors, patios and wooden balconies. The rooms are elegantly furnished, with large, bright bathrooms and private balconies with ocean views, tile floors and patios, thatch and tile roofs and guayaba wood balcony detailing. Offering a swimming pool, spa and gym services, and a common room for entertainment, including TV, DVDâАЩs and VCR, Casa Las Brisas is particularly noted for its outstanding restaurant. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. Silver Associates Inc. 212-754-6500 Carrie Hyman ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com Aik Wye Ng ext. 260 aikwye@msilver-pr.com NOTE: You are receiving this message because your name and contact information was provided to M. Silver Associates by an authorized media database, source and/or you have requested to receive communications from us. To unsubscribe, please click here: unsubscribe@msilver-pr.com. Please allow 24 hours for updates. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=97 Riviera Nayarit RIVIERA NAYARIT, WHERE ROMANCE IS CELEBRATED LIKE NOWHERE ELSE http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=96 Riviera Nayarit RIVIERA NAYARIT, WHERE ROMANCE IS CELEBRATED LIKE NOWHERE ELSE 00:00 RIVIERA NAYARIT, WHERE ROMANCE IS CELEBRATED LIKE NOWHERE ELSE Wedding Packages Showcase RegionâАЩs Authentic Character, Unique Hospitality Traditions RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico âА" ItâАЩs not just the endless white sand beaches, the Pacific sunsets and the elegant luxury resorts that explain the buzz about romance in Riviera Nayarit. The essence of MexicoâАЩs newest tourism destination is its originality - the perfect blend of world-class comforts and luxury with extraordinary natural beauty and uniquely authentic culture, traditions and history. Whether the occasion is a wedding, honeymoon, anniversary or any other romantic occasion, what will be remembered âА" what will make the moment enduringly vivid âА" is that, in a world increasingly globalized, plasticized and homogenized, Nayarit was a wonderfully real place, with distinctive character, energy, even passion. This is a place where a growing number of internationally acclaimed brand names - Four Seasons, St. Regis, Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus are making their mark. But it is also a place where timeless fishing villages with waterfront cafes are as charming as the endless, white sand beaches are beautiful. Where ancient history is as fascinating as the surrounding wildlife sanctuaries, and where visitors are treated to hospitality and service that are the product of residentsâАЩ continuing pride and appreciation for their unique heritage. And, all this is reflected in a choice of romance packages offered by a variety of hotels and resorts. The choices for special romantic occasions in Riviera Nayarit range from full-service resorts fully competitive with the finest luxury properties around the world to intimate, local-flavored B&BâАЩs. Whatever the choice thereâАЩs plenty expert help to arrange the details. A wide range of options are available honeymoons and romantic vacations. The following are examples of some of the wedding packages offered in the destination: Grand Velas Resort & Spa is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award. A âАЬLounge Wedding PackageâАЭ ensures total relaxation and enjoyment of the occasion by including a legal wedding ceremony; all preparations and floral arrangements; hot & cold hors dâАЩoeuvres; a buffet menu for 50 people, including an especially prepared wedding cake; three hours of open bar and three hours of DJ entertainment. (Sample cost: 25-50 guests: US$13,940 + 15% tax). Vallarta Palace offers an extra incentive to wedding couples with its âАЬFree Wedding Package.âАЭ Designed with stylish, contemporary flair, the resort wedding features: use of the elegant beachside wedding gazebo; beverages during the ceremony; dinner reservations for the wedding party; a candlelit dinner and breakfast in bed for the bride and groom; special room amenities; and the services of a wedding coordinator âА" for free, with a minimum stay of three nights. And no minimum number of guests is required. Palladium Vallarta Resort: Understanding the importance of eco-friendly tourism, the Palladium Vallarta Resort took into account its beautiful surrounding jungle environment when constructing the hotel âА" maintaining the indigenous flora and fauna. With this in mind, those seeking to marry and help protect the environment are offered the âАЬPremium Wedding PackageâАЭ which includes: wedding coordinator services; an upgrade to ocean view or Royal Suite for a nominal extra charge; decorations and floral arrangements; a wedding cake and beverage for up to 10 people; dinner in the a la carte restaurant, breakfast in bed the morning after and a special spa service for the wedding couple. (For 10 people: US$2,000). Villa Varadero: For romantics looking for less frills and intimate coziness, Villa Varadero, with its B&B style, is certain to please. The hotelâАЩs wedding package includes: on-site wedding coordinator; decorations such as a ceremonial arch, red carpet aisle, floral table arrangements; the brideâАЩs bouquet and groomâАЩs boutonniere; and a wedding cake. Dining and accommodations are arranged separately. (Cost: US$1,000) Other ideal choices for romantic escapes in Riviera Nayarit include the Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, for the ultimate in luxury; Marival Grand & Club Suites, with its distinctive lively character, and, opening this summer, the Riu Palace Pacifico, one of the destinationâАЩs newest full service resorts. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. Silver Associates Inc. 212-754-6500 Aik Wye Ng ext. 260 aikwye@msilver-pr.com Carrie Hyman ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com NOTE: You are receiving this message because your name and contact information was provided to M. Silver Associates by an authorized media database, source and/or you have requested to receive communications from us. To unsubscribe, please click here: unsubscribe@msilver-pr.com. Please allow 24 hours for updates. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=96 Riviera Nayarit MEXICANA AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW NON-STOP SERVICE FROM LOS ANGELES TO PUERTO VALLARTA http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=94 Riviera Nayarit MEXICANA AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW NON-STOP SERVICE FROM LOS ANGELES TO PUERTO VALLARTA 00:00 MEXICANA AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW NON-STOP SERVICE FROM LOS ANGELES TO PUERTO VALLARTA New Service Enables Travelers Easier Access to Riviera Nayarit, MexicoâАЩs Newest Destination on the Pacific Coast, Just North of Puerto Vallarta LOS ANGELES, CA - Mexicana Airlines, MexicoâАЩs first airline has announced the launch of its new non-stop daily flight between Los Angeles and Puerto Vallarta effective December 2nd, 2007. With this new route, Mexicana now links Los Angeles with 11 important destinations in Mexico and will provide travelers with easier access to Riviera Nayarit, MexicoâАЩs newest destination which extends for 100 miles along the coast, starting just 20 miles north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Limousine and taxi pick-ups as well as rental cars are available to transport visitors from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport to their final destination in the region of Riviera Nayarit. The new Mexicana flights depart from Los Angeles at 10:05 a.m. daily arriving in Puerto Vallarta at 2:55 p.m. Return flights depart Puerto Vallarta at 4:05 p.m. arriving in Los Angeles at 5:25 p.m. This new route will be serviced by MexicanaâАЩs state-of-the-art Airbus aircraft which comfortably accommodates 12 seats in Business Class and 108 in Tourist Class. Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. âАЬMexicana is pleased to play a role in strengthening the cultural and family ties between Los Angeles and Puerto VallartaâАЭ states Jorge Goytortua, Mexicana Airlines Regional V.P. Sales for the West Coast, âАЬThis new initiative is why Mexicana was recently recognized by WTA (World Travel Awards) as the Best Airlines in Mexico and Latin America for the 10th consecutive year. The Best Business Class in Latin America (for the third time), and for the first time, the Best Airline Website in Latin America. About Mexicana de AviaciÃ³n Mexicana de AviaciÃ³n began its operations more than almost 86 years ago and it is therefore the airline with the fourth longest tradition in the world. Currently, it is the airline with the most extensive international coverage from Mexico and the leading transportation company between Mexico and the United States. From its operation hub in Mexico City International Airport, Mexicana flies to around 50 destinations in North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean. Its code share agreements with leading international airlines, represents a great benefit for its passengers with the accumulation and redemption of miles, access to its executive lounges, a range of connection possibilities and coordinated schedules with an extensive route network that covers a large portion of the world. Having the most modern fleet in the world has allowed it to maintain one of the highest on time performance levels, and enabled it to reach the highest utilization rate of its Airbus fleet, with an average daily operation of 12:52 hours. Mexicana has the best maintenance base in Latin America. And for the third consecutive time its been recognized with the World Travel Awards 2007 as the best Business Class in Mexico and Latin America, in addition to receiving the award as the leading airline for tenth consecutive years and for the first time as the best airline website, in the same region. On July 1st, 2005, Mexicana launched its low-cost airline, Click Mexicana, which offers the most competitive fares. Click serves 26 domestic routes and its fleet is comprised of 17 Fokker 100 aircraft with state-of-the-art equipment with the most advanced technology available in the industry. For more information visit: www.mexicana.com and www.clickmx.com CONTACT: M. SILVER ASSOCIATES Tel: (212) 754-6500 Fax: (212) 754-6711 Patrick Kwan, ext. 238 patrick@msilver-pr.com Maria Castro, ext. 248 mariac@msilver-pr.com http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=94 Riviera Nayarit FESTIVAL GOURMET INTERNATIONAL SERVES UP A FEAST FOR THE SENSES NOVEMBER 8th âА" 18th, 2007 http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=46 Riviera Nayarit FESTIVAL GOURMET INTERNATIONAL SERVES UP A FEAST FOR THE SENSES NOVEMBER 8th âА" 18th, 2007 00:00 FESTIVAL GOURMET INTERNATIONAL SERVES UP A FEAST FOR THE SENSES NOVEMBER 8th âА" 18th, 2007 RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico - MexicoâАЩs newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, and its neighbor Puerto Vallarta will host the annual Festival Gourmet International from November 8th to 18th, 2007. Featuring the regionâАЩs most acclaimed restaurants (24 in total this year); guests will have the opportunity to sample special menus celebrating the Festival Gourmet International, available at these establishments daily. For more information on the Festival Gourmet International please visit www.FestivalGourmet.com. Celebrating its 13th year this year, the Festival Gourmet International will also offer access to exclusive chefâАЩs tables at participating restaurants, wine and cheese events, food demonstrations, tequila tastings and gala dinners featuring the best of the Pacific CoastâАЩs gourmet cuisine. Guest chefs from all over the world are also invited to participate and share their signature dishes at participating restaurants during the ten days of the Festival. This yearâАЩs participating restaurants in Riviera Nayarit include: Frascatti in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle; Aramara at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita; Piaf at the Grand Velas Resort & Spa, Nuevo Vallarta; Tramonto at the Grand Mayan Resort, Nuevo Vallarta; Bellavista at the Marival All Inclusive Grand & Club Suites and the spectacular Sunday Gourmet Brunch at Villa del Palmar Flamingos Hotel in Flamingos. Festival Gourmet InternationalâАЩs event highlights include the following: Cocktail Reception & Welcome, November 8th at 8:00 p.m. - The opening ceremony and cocktail party for the Festival Gourmet International takes place this year at ThierryâАЩs Prime Steak House and features all the participating chefs and live entertainment Master Chefs Cooking Demonstration, November 12th - 14th, 9:00 a.m âА" 4:00 p.m. - Organized by chef Roland Menetrey, these demonstrations will take place in three locations, Thierry BlouetâАЩs Cocina de Autor; CocoTropica and Mikado at the Marriot CasaMagna (all in Puerto Vallarta). Demonstrations will also be accompanied by lunch paired with wines Cheeses of the World Tasting, November 15th, 1:00 p.m. - Taking place at the Casa Velas Hotel Boutique in Marina Vallarta, the tasting will feature delightful cheeses like Quesos Caprina of Atotonilco paired with the exquisite wines of Monte Xanic Grand Gala Dinner, November 16th, 8:30 p.m. - The Grand Gala Dinner takes place this year at the Grand Velas Resort & Spa in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit complete with a sumptuous gourmet dinner, live entertainment and fireworks display ChefâАЩs Table and Wine Tasting, November 10th âА" 15th, 20:00p.m - Discover signature dishes of our special guest chefs through their âАЬChefs TableâА¿, in which twelve selected restaurants prepare an exquisite gourmet dinner partnered with a wine selection The Festival was founded by chefs Thierry Blouet of CafÃ© des Artistes, Heinz Reize of Hotel Krystal and Silvan MÃ¼ller of NestlÃ© Mexico. The ten day festival was conceived to enrich the profile of Riviera Nayarit and Puerto VallartaâАЩs gastronomic scene locally and internationally. In the past the Festival has attracted over 250 chefs and top names such as chef Gerald Dupont, chef president of the Academie Culinaire de France; three-star Michelin chef Anton Mosimann from London, Thomas Salamunovich, chef and owner of Larkspur in Vail; Patricia Quintana, the âАЬfirst ladyâА¿ of Mexican cuisine. In 2006, the line-up of guest chefs featured Alain Hacquard and Mickael Fournier of Laperouse y Valrhona in Paris, Matt Janke of MattâАЩs in the Market in Seattle, Rebecca Weitzman of CafÃ© Star in Denver, Jeff Inahara of Savoir-Faire in San Francisco and Dean James Max of 3030 Ocean in Fort Lauderdale. The Festival Gourmet International has attracted thousands of visitors from Mexico and around the world who wish to experience the worldâАЩs finest cuisine while enjoying the beaches and resort activities. This yearâАЩs events promise to be bigger, with new culinary options to sample. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta.Â Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends fromÂ Â the resorts of Â Nuevo Vallarta to theÂ Â historic,Â colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses,Â rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=46 Riviera Nayarit THE STARS ALIGN IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: MEXICOâАЩS NEWEST DESTINATION HOSTS THE 4th ANNUAL VALLARTA FILM FESTIVAL, FROM DECEMBER 5th âА" 9th http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=45 Riviera Nayarit THE STARS ALIGN IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: MEXICOâАЩS NEWEST DESTINATION HOSTS THE 4th ANNUAL VALLARTA FILM FESTIVAL, FROM DECEMBER 5th âА" 9th 00:00 THE STARS ALIGN IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: MEXICOâАЩS NEWEST DESTINATION HOSTS THE 4th ANNUAL VALLARTA FILM FESTIVAL, FROM DECEMBER 5th âА" 9th RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico - One of MexicoâАЩs most acclaimed film festivals kicks off this December 5th - 9th, 2007 in Riviera Nayarit. The 4th Annual Vallarta Film Festival founded by Robert James Roessel and Maria Jose Zorrilla with co-founders, the Academy Award winning actress, Anjelica Huston (Addams Family Values, PrizziâАЩs Honor, The Grifters) and Danny Huston (The Constant Gardener, The Aviator), features cinema from the Americas. The festivalâАЩs line-up includes independent films and major motion pictures from Canada, North America, Latin America and South America as well as documentaries with an environmental theme. Events and film screenings are scheduled to take place in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta with the opening ceremony at Playa del Sol Grand in Flamingos, Riviera Nayarit and closing ceremony at The El Tigre Golf Club also in Riviera Nayarit. For more information on the Film Festival and programming please visit www.vallartafilmfestival.com. The Vallarta Film Festival will open with The Grand, a film directed by Zak Penn and starring Woody Harrelson, Ray Romano, Werner Herzog and Jason Alexander. The Grand is an improvisational comedy which centers on a high stakes poker game in Las Vegas. The highly-anticipated The Darjeeling Limited directed by Wes Anderson and featuring Anjelica Huston, Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson and Natalie Portman will also be screened at the Festival. The Darjeeling Limited focuses on the remarkable relationship of three American brothers who have not spoken to each other in a year who set off on a train journey and spiritual quest across India with a plan to find themselves and bond with each other. Visitors will also have the opportunity to view the comedy, One Long Night, directed by David Siqueiros which focuses on a young Mexican-American businessman from Orange County, California, whose life is changed over the course of one night through a series of off-beat and hilarious encounters with residents of Mexico City. The film stars Pedro Armendairz, Jr., Itati Cantoral, Hector Suarez Gomiz, Ed Begley, Jr. and Paul Rodriquez. The Marco Kreuzpaintner directed film, Trade makes its bow at the Festival and features the talents of Academy Award-winning actor Kevin Kline, Kate del Castillo and the young talents of Alicja Bachleda, Cesar Ramos and Paulina Gaitan. Produced by Roland Emmerich, Trade is a story about Adriana (Paulina Gaitan), a 13-year-old girl from Mexico City whose kidnapping by sex traffickers sets in motion a desperate mission by her 17-year-old brother, Jorge (Cesar Ramos), to save her. As Jorge dodges immigration officers and incredible obstacles to track his sisterâАЩs abductors, he meets Ray (Kevin Kline), a Texas cop whose own family loss to sex trafficking makes him an ally in the boy's quest. Other film highlights include Good Time Max, the directorial debut of James Franco (An American Crime and Spiderman) and Amexicano, a winner at Tribeca Film Festival, which explores the bond between an illegal immigrant and a blue-collar Italian-American from Queens. The host for this yearâАЩs Film Festival will be Mexican actor, AarÃ³n DÃaz who will officiate the opening ceremonies. Comedian Paul Rodriquez will be the emcee for the closing awards ceremony at the El Tigre Country Club, Riviera Nayarit. âАЬRiviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest destination and offers a beautiful setting on the Pacific coast complemented by some of the regionâАЩs most stunning beaches, abundant wildlife and protected reserves. With our focus on luxury and nature it is ideal that Riviera Nayarit is host to this highly popular film festival, known for its environmental theme,âА? said Marc Murphy, director general for the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau.âА? The not-for-profit Film Festival has hosted tens of thousands of film lovers over the years and is renowned for its extraordinary commitment to raising the publicâАЩs consciousness with its environmental films which it has been showcasing since its inception. Film categories include: Hollywood Studio Showcase, New Films from Canada, Latin Contemporary Films, American Independent Cinema, Environmental Films and Documentaries and Mexican Short Films. The program features an Opening Night Gala, Sponsor Gala Dinner, Film Festival Celebrity Tribute, Closing Awards Ceremony, a Filmmakers Brunch and Educational Panels and Seminars which take place every day during the duration of the Film Festival. Celebrity guests in the past have included Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston, Diego Luna, John C. Reilly, Maria Conchita Alonso, Alfonso Cuaron, Roger Corman, Carolina Hererra, Bruce Weber, Fred Willard, Ana Claudia Talancon, Leslie Nielsen, Luis Mandoki, Rodrigo Prieto, Juliet Taylor, Marion Dougherty and many others. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=45 Riviera Nayarit Gone Fishing! Riviera Nayarit Hosts the Inaugural International Marlin & Tuna Fishing Tournement, July 13th - 15th, 2007 http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=43 Riviera Nayarit Gone Fishing! Riviera Nayarit Hosts the Inaugural International Marlin & Tuna Fishing Tournement, July 13th - 15th, 2007 00:00 Gone Fishing! Riviera Nayarit Hosts the Inaugural International Marlin & Tuna Fishing Tournement, July 13th - 15th, 2007 RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico - June 21, 2007 - Riviera Nayarit, Mexico's newest destination is renowned as one of the best fishing destinations in North America as its coast is abundant in marlin and tuna, as well as other top game fish such as sailfish, mahi mahi, grouper, red snapper and wahoo.. From July 13th to 15th, enthusiasts can indulge in the first International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament which takes place in Banderas Bay and has a first place purse of USD$10,000 in each category (marlin and tuna). For more information or how to register in the inaugural Fishing Tournament please visit www.fishingtournamentvallarta.com. The tuna season extends from May to October and the marlin season extends from July through February including blue marlin, black marlin and striped marlin. There are several companies that provide visitors with the opportunity for a full or half day excursion for deep sea fishing including ChappyCharters (Office tel: (52)(322) 209-0615, Cell: (52) (322) 120-6340, website: www.chappycharters.com) and Puerto Vallarta Tours (Toll free: 1-866-217-9704, website: www.puertovallartatours.net) Whether visiting for the tournament or just enjoying a vacation on Riviera Nayarit, there is so much to see and do. Attractions include: BucerÃas, a fishing town with cobblestone street known for its seaside restaurants, bars and tiny shops; Islas Marietas, an island wildlife sanctuary, home to many endangered bird species as well as rare coral reefs; Sayulita which is internationally recognized for its outstanding surfing, oceanside restaurants and cafes, luxurious villas and spas; and RincÃ³n de Guayabitos which has been described as the "Hidden Pearl" among the beaches of Nayarit, featuring magnificent diving and fishing spots. Riviera Nayarit is also popular for its four world class golf courses including El Tigre Club De Golf, Flamingos Golf Club and the Mayan Palace Golf Club (all in Nuevo Vallarta); and spas such as the Grand Velas Spa at the Grand Velas All Suites and Spa Resort in Nuevo Vallarta and the Apuane Spa at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. For more information on Riviera Nayarit's attractions and activities please visit www.RivieraNayarit.com. About Riviera Nayarit Riviera Nayarit is Mexico's newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit: www.RivieraNayarit.com. CONTACT: M. Silver Associates Inc. 212-754-6500 Carrie Hyman, ext. 245 carrie@msilver-pr.com <a href="mailto:carrie@msilver-pr.com">carrie@msilver-pr.com</a> http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=43 Riviera Nayarit BODY & SOUL: REJUVENATE & REGENERATE IN RIVIERA NAYARIT http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=31 Riviera Nayarit BODY & SOUL: REJUVENATE & REGENERATE IN RIVIERA NAYARIT 00:00 BODY & SOUL: REJUVENATE & REGENERATE IN RIVIERA NAYARIT <h1>The Region Offers Elegant and Luxurious Destination Spas and Amenities</h1> Riviera Nayarit, Mexico âА" MexicoâАЩs newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, features world-class spa facilities featuring contemporary treatments and traditional, authentic remedies at an impressive array of resorts which range from the deluxe all-inclusive to the super high-end luxury retreats. <h1>Grand Velas Spa at the Grand Velas All Suites Resort (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> The Grand Velas Spa located in the Grand Velas All Suites Resort features a myriad of health and wellness amenities designed to fully pamper its guests including a guided hydrotherapy ritual with an herbal steam and eucalyptus inhalation. The Spa offers 20 treatment rooms offering over 80 spa options such as massage therapy, body scrubs and peelings, body wraps, facials, bath therapy, and hand and feet care in addition to day spa rituals. The Grand Velas Spa also offers a Swiss shower, pressure shower, sauna, whirlpool, cold plunge lagoon and hydro reflexology area. Guests can also enhance their spa session with an assortment of herbal teas or a refreshing chlorophyll drink. The spaâАЩs distinctive âАЬHuichol CollectionâА? treatments are derived from the ceremonies, rituals and ingredients used by this ancient native Mexican-Indian tribe. Guests can sample the âАЬTau-Sol Body ScrubâА? which utilizes natural extracts for a purifying scrub for sensitive skin and the âАЬMetsere TreatmentâА? which is inspired by the Metsere Moon symbol of peace and spirituality. This re-hydrating, softening, and firming facial and body treatment features a full body exfoliation with Pearl Essence Powder. For more information on the Grand Velas All Suites Resort & Spa please visit www.grandvelas.com. <h1>Apuane Spa at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita (Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> The name âАЬApuaneâА? comes from the Huichol language, a word which describes a stream of water often used in the tribeâАЩs healing and spiritual awakening rituals. All Apuane Spa treatments use products which are completely natural with ingredients steeped in nutrient rich plants and the marine and mineral ecology of Mexico. In addition to its numerous existing spa treatments, Apuane is also featuring new treatments like the âАЬHakali Signature MassageâА? named after the Huichol word for cactus. The massage uses two of MexicoâАЩs most ancient ingredients, âАЬNopal,âА? an extract from the young stem segments of prickly pear and âАЬPulque,âА? from the maguey plant to relax, detoxify and rejuvenate the skinâАЩs appearance. Apuane also features an exquisite Tamai Spa Garden which is a Zen garden connecting the resortâАЩs Tamai Pool Complex and the spa. Tai Chi and yoga classes are also available in the Tamai Spa Garden. For a little bit of variety, guests can also opt for the âАЬSpa After DarkâА? service which allows them to combine romantic gourmet dining and an exotic spa experience. âАЬSpa After DarkâА? choices include oceanfront massage in the outdoor massage hut with a beachfront picnic of finger foods; Tamai Pool Watsu massage with candlelit dinner in a pool cabana; or sweet-tooth themed body treatments in the guestsâАЩ suite followed by a tasty serving of chocolate fondue and champagne. For more information on Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and Apuane Spa please visit www.fourseasons.com/puntamita. <h1>Marival Resort & Suites Spa & Beauty Salon (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> After a long day of traveling, some regeneration is in order and the Marival ResortâАЩs Spa and Beauty Salon offers the perfect opportunity for guests to unwind and relax. Among the treatments/services offered include: âАЬHot Stone MssageâА? for chronic pains in the back and neck; âАЬLymphatic Drainage Massage,âА? a soft gentle massage that eliminates toxins by draining lymphatic tissues; and the âАЬTemaztac Mud Treatment HydrationâА? which is intended to relax and hydrate the skin with extracts, vanillas and essential oils. For more information on the Marival Resort & Suites Spa & Beauty Salon please visit www. gomarival.com <h1>Renova Spa at the Hotel Riu Vallarta (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> The Renova Spa features a selection of body massages and is also equipped with its own beauty salon. One of its signature treatments is the âАЬOcean Harmony MassageâА? which is performed on the beach and can be shared by couples who would like to experience a romantic time close to the ocean. For more information the Renova Spa at the Hotel Riu Vallarta please visit www.riu.com. <h1>The Spa at Villa del Palmar Flamingos Beach Resort & Spa (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> The Spa at Villa del Palmar Flamingos is a European themed spa offering a diverse selection of body therapy treatments including body wraps, hydrotherapy, hot lava rock massages, tension-relieving body massages, sports massages, rejuvenating deep tissue massages, jet-lag therapy, revitalizing facials, re-hydrating spa manicures and heel-to-toe perfection pedicures. There is also a full-service beauty salon adjacent to the spa. Fore more information on The Spa at Villa del Palmar Flamingos please visit www.villadelpalmarflamingos.com <h1>Palenque Spa at Paradise Village (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> âАЬSalus per aquamâА? âА" meaning health and wellness through fitness and hydrotherapy is the wellness philosophy at the luxurious Palenque Spa at Paradise Village. The spa has over 20,000 square feet of facilities offering an extensive menu of specialized hydrotherapy and body treatments. While you unwind at the Palenque SpaâАЩs therapeutic pools, donâАЩt forget to indulge in the spaâАЩs chlorophyll tea. For more information on the Palenque Spa at Paradise Village please visit www.spapalenque.com. <h1>Salon & Spa Treatments at the Vallarta Palace (Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit)</h1> Enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful Banderas Bay while you get your massages, manicures, pedicures, and hair treatments at the Vallarta PalaceâАЩs salon and five spa treatment rooms. Vallarta Palace offers basic services to guests for a quick rejuvenation or pampering after a long day. For more information visit www.vallartapalace.com <h1>About Riviera Nayarit</h1> Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains which unfolds minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit www.VisitRivieraNayarit.com. http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=31 Riviera Nayarit GOLF IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: SPECTACULAR BEGINNINGS AND GREAT COMING ATTRACTIONS http://www.rivieranayarit.com/site/pro_press?post_id=30 Riviera Nayarit GOLF IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: SPECTACULAR BEGINNINGS AND GREAT COMING ATTRACTIONS 00:00 GOLF IN RIVIERA NAYARIT: SPECTACULAR BEGINNINGS AND GREAT COMING ATTRACTIONS RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico --- Golf in Riviera Nayarit, MexicoâАЩs newest Pacific vacation destination, is a fabulous work in progress. Already there are championship courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Robert Von Hagge, Jim Lipe - NicklausâАЩ head designer, and Percy Clifford. Still to come are masterpieces by such luminaries in the field as Greg Norman, Tom Weiskopf and Joe Finger. NayaritâАЩs appeal to leading designers and golf aficionados? Ideal year-round weather, breathtaking views of ocean, bays and coves, a backdrop of tropical forests and rugged mountains, and plentiful varying landscapes ready to be molded into fairways and greens of exceptional challenge and beauty. Golfers of all playing abilities are assured of having the time of their golfing lives. In all, golfers from around the world will have seven signature courses to choose from. The following are short descriptions of Riviera NayaritâАЩs golf courses; for further information, please contact the course directly via the websites listed. <h1><a href="http://www.eltigregolf.com">El Tigre Club De Golf, Nuevo Vallarta</a></h1> Opened in March of 2002, El Tigre is the newest addition to the growing family of golf courses in Riviera Nayarit. At 7,239 yards and par 72, it was designed by Robert von Hagge, the well known Texas based designer who is the most prolific designer in Mexico. Nine bodies of water and rolling hills make it a special gem. The course also features what may be the finest clubhouse in Mexico, elegantly Spanish in style, with 45,000 square feet that include a restaurant, lounge, pro-shop, locker room and a European spa. The course has water in 12 of the 18 holes and a total of 144 sand traps in the entire terrain. Among the highlights of the course: * the 185-yard, par-3 6th hole, which plays over water to a picturesque island green, considered the most beautiful par 3 in Mexico * the 421-yard, par-4 16th hole, a long dogleg right with a peninsula green * the 17th: a 250-yard, par-3 with plenty of sand and water * the daunting par-5 18th, a monster at 621 yards with water all down the left side and the green firmly entrenched in sand âА" the longest hole in Mexico, and one of the most difficult par 3 in the country. <h1><a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/puntamita/golf">Four Seasons Golf Club At Punta Mita</a></h1> The Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita has soared in popularity since its September 1999 opening, not only for its sumptuous resort setting, but also for its unparalleled private championship course at the Four Seasons Golf Club. The 7,014-yard Jack Nicklaus Signature course, with its renown 3B green on a natural ocean island, has made Punta Mita a veritable paradise for world- class golfing. Recent accolades include CondÃ© Nast Traveler's 2006 Reader's Choice of the Best Golf Resort in the World. The Nicklaus-designed course is spread over 200 acres, and takes full advantage of its location on the Punta Mita peninsula. Eight holes border either the Pacific Ocean or Banderas Bay, and all holes offer ocean views. Along with the vistas across white coral sand beaches and of the surrounding Sierra Madre Mountains, Punta Mita's tropical landscape of palm trees and flowering trees add to the pleasure of playing this challenging course. Among the distinctive features of the course is the signature island hole, 3B, the world's only natural island green situated 194 yards away. Driving the ball across the Pacific Ocean is a unique experience, as is getting over to the green to putt. At low tide, you walk along a connecting pathway over shallow waters. As the tide moves in, a staff member shuttles you in an amphibious version of a golf cart. The hole is known as the "Tail of the Whale," because when seen from the air, it resembles the shape of the tail of the Humpback whales that frequent the offshore waters of Punta Mita during winter months. According to Nicklaus, when asked his "best" hole, he responded, "Probably 3B at Punta Mita." <h1><a href="http://www.flamingosgolf.com">Flamingos Golf Club, Nuevo Vallarta</a></h1> Only 20 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, Flamingos Golf Club is the oldest golf course in Riviera Nayarit. Built in 1978 and playing 6,982 yards with a par-71, it was designed by Percy Clifford, an English designer well known in Mexico for his work on several of the best courses, including the Club de Golf Mexico and Club de Golf Chapultepec in Mexico City. Masterfully integrating the natural beauty of the location, the course preserves the tropical greenery, over 1800 palm trees, and a rolling terrain that makes it challenging but enjoyable. Built in and around a series of natural marshes, lagoons and estuaries that are habitat for local fauna such as deer, hares, crocodiles, turtles and over 100 species of birds, Flamingos is a test of chipping skills and every other aspect of the game. Purchased by new owners in 2000, the course has just completed a 3-year, $3 million renovation, with a new club house, pro shop and restaurant, and a driving range. <h1>Mayan Palace Golf Club, Nuevo Vallarta</h1> As the name implies, the Mayan Palace Golf Club is located only 15 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport on the Mayan Palace property in Nuevo Vallarta, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Rio Ameca. Opened in 2001 and designed by internationally renowned Jim Lipe, the course features a par-71, 7000 yard challenge, with impressive views of the Pacific Ocean, the Rio Ameca, and the surrounding Sierra Madre Mountains. Wide fairways and tricky pin placements mean the course is a delight to players of all abilities. Of special interest are the ocean views from several holes, especially the signature 14th, a spectacular 153-yard, par-3 with the Pacific Ocean on the left side as well as a small lake and a pair of well placed bunkers protecting the approach. Because of its ocean front location and flat terrain, winds add another layer of consideration to the game and many players need to use three or more clubs. Amenities include a great restaurant, snack bar, full service pro-shop, driving range and putting green. <h1>About Riviera Nayarit</h1> Riviera Nayarit is MexicoâАЩs newest travel destination stretching along 100 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains which unfolds minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends from the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic, colonial town of San Blas, including exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. 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