The Riviera Nayarit’s abundant nature makes it a destination like few others for visitors to appreciate the local wildlife in its natural habitat. In this Top Ten for Wildlife in the Riviera Nayarit we’ll take a quick peek at everything from tiny birds to giant sea mammals. 10 – San Blas Jays This bird is […]
The winners are from Mexico City and they’re getting married on April 1st, so they’ll use the prize to enjoy their honeymoon at the Grand Sirenis Matlali Hills Resort & Spa. The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau would like to congratulate Enrique and Keny from Mexico City, the winners of the contest for lovers, […]
An Open Water Swimming Tournament, the 6th Capoeira and BatizadoFestival, the Oyster Festival, the 2nd Cuisine of the Sun Festival, the State Bodyboard Competition and the Children’s Fishing Tournament. April is vacation month, meaning Easter Week and Holy Week, not to mention the Judea en Vivo (the representation of the Passion of the Christ), children’s […]
The Plaza del Sol will host an artistic and cultural event with a focus on the environment, where the children can enjoy workshops, games, story telling, music and much more. The Entre Amigos Community Center in San Pancho, the Culture Capital of the Riviera Nayarit, is preparing to celebrate the 9th Children’s Art Festival on […]
At stake are 15 tickets to compete for the nationals that will take place this month as well. The Riviera Nayarit’s San Pancho and Sayulita will host the competition for the Stand Up Paddle (SUP) and Paddleboard state team selection competition on March 3-5, 2017. This event is organized by the Nayarit State Surf Association […]
The promotional efforts have already begun in five cities in five states, updating over 350 travel agents in the Bajio region of Mexico. The Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s Bajio Regional Tour is on for the week of Monday, February 27 through March 3, 2017. The Promotions desks of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors […]
Tired of the UK chill? It’s time to jet off and experience the warmth and wonders of Puerto Vallarta & Rivera Nayarit, two neighbouring regions along Mexico’s breathtaking Pacific Coast. When landing in Banderas Bay, it’s clear to see the best way is the Mexican way. So swap from a tourist to a townie and […]
The center will have 3008 m² (32,378 ft²) of space including four main salons, as well as separate meeting rooms, a foyer, cold and hot kitchens as well as a variety of other event areas that make it a true paradise for conventions. The development presented the new Vidanta Convention Center to the bay area […]
In order to be one of the 600 women who will enjoy Yoga + Run + SUP in the Riviera Nayarit, all you have to do is buy a minimum of MX$1,899 in Roxy or Quick Silver articles at Liverpool and you’ll get a spot. Host hotel Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta (HRHV) in Nuevo Vallarta […]
After competing with the United States and Russia, the representatives of the states belonging to World Sailing chose Mexico’s Pacific Treasure as the best option to host the event. The Riviera Nayarit continues to attract world-class events to the Destination thanks to its international positioning, its service infrastructure and natural bounty. Now, as the state […]
Over 25 boats and more than 200 participants from Mexico, the United States and Canada will be competing for the trophy in this friendly competition, considered to be the coolest in the world. The XXV Banderas Bay International Regatta is just around the corner, taking place from February 28 to March 4, 2017. It is […]
There are 15 categories for swimmers ranging from 10 to over 60 years of age with distances of 1km, 3km and 6km. The 1st edition of the Matanchén Bay Open Water Tournament is ready to take off next Saturday February 25th at the historic port of San Blas. This new event joins the many options […]
Every year over 25 groups and 100 regional, national and international musicians treat thousands of concertgoers to their music for free at the Plaza del Sol, playing a wide variety of genres, rhythms and traditions. Everything’s ready for another year of fun at the 17th San Pancho Music Festival, which will take place on Friday, […]
It was promoted as a luxury destination for the US LGBTTI market; the Festival Sayulita generated over 19 million 400 thousand impressions; and the INE received support for the taping of its electoral commercials. The Public Relations desk of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has kicked off the first two months of […]
This victory is the second championship won by Mexico versus three by the maple leaf team in the history of the competition, while the United States will have to wait one more year to try for its first win. The Mexico team took home the V International CANAMEX Flamingos Riviera Nayarit Cup for 2017. The […]
This past Valentine’s Day has left the Riviera Nayarit in a haze of love, thanks to all the couples who walked along the beach hand in hand, camped under the stars, enjoyed an adventure tour together or simply gazed at one of our unforgettable sunsets. There’s no getting around the fact, though, that love has […]
Sports in and out of the water, martial arts competitions, circus arts, acrobatics, a car exhibit and much more… Take a peak at all of them at: http://www.rivieranayarit.com.mx/calendario_de_eventos15#tab3. March 2017 is fast approaching and the Groups and Events desk of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau is already rounding up details on the various […]
Attendees will enjoy the best of the town’s gastronomy as well as help fund resources for Amigos de Lo de Marcos and the local Citizens’ Action Committee to help promote culture. The 4th Taste of Lo de Marcos will take place next Sunday, February 19, 2017. This is considered the top social and culinary event […]
The tour included presentations for travel agents, airlines, wholesalers and consortiums, reaching over 500 sales and account executives, directors and managers in the capital city. The Promotions desk of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust (Fidetur) are conducting a very successful Joint Promotional Campaign tour through Mexico […]
RIVIERA NAYARIT CELEBRATES ITS 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY From an unknown stretch of beach to a paradise of luxury and nature Riviera Nayarit, Mexico – February 14, 2017 – Riviera Nayarit is celebrating its 10th anniversary, growing from 5 miles of resort expansion north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport to 192 miles of spectacular beaches […]
The tournament between Mexico, the United States and Canada to see who takes home the gold has become a classic fight for supremacy in North America; to date, Canada holds the lead. The Flamingos Golf Club, the first in Mexico’s Pacific Treasure, is ready to host the V International CANAMEX Flamingos Riviera Nayarit Cup 2017 […]
This is the 5th new direct flight for the airline to the Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit region in the past two years, an enormous contribution towards the recovery of international airline seats. The new daily direct Southwest Airlines flight from Oakland, California, arrived on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at 4:15 p.m. to the “Lic. Gustavo Díaz […]
This new space in the Riviera Nayarit was opened to encourage community development through art, culture and education. The first phase of the Soriana del Mar Community Center in the Nuevo Corral del Risco in Punta de Mita, Riviera Nayarit, was inaugurated on Friday, February 10, 2017. Lisa Schalla and Greg Stanton, executive director and […]
Access is free for the general public; businesses and groups will be addressing the positive environmental practices they have in place in their facilities. The National Commission of Protected Areas (CONANP, by its acronym in Spanish) is inviting everyone to its event, ¡Conoce tu Bahía! (Get To Know Your Bay!), set to take place next […]
This month is officially dedicated to love, and the Riviera Nayarit hotels are ready to welcome everyone looking to enjoy a unique moment with that special someone. Here are a few of the activities created to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day. First in line is Imanta with four options for a private romantic dinner: in […]
There are a total of 14 of the Destination’s hotels in eight of the categories appearing in the Best Rankings 2017 for hotels in Mexico and the Pacific Coast. The US News website portal has published its traditional Best Rankings 2017 in its travel section, ranking the best of the tourism industry and the Riviera […]
Register for free and you can win a four-day/three-night, all-inclusive stay for two at the Grand Sirenis Matlali Hills Resort and Spa in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is looking forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day this coming February 14th and its Marketing Department has launched the contest titled […]
This Mini Tianguis Turístico in Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit took place with over 90% of the region’s hotels and over 70 wholesalers from Mexico, the US, Canada and Spain registered for their business appointments. Tuesday, February 7, 2017 marked the start of another successful Gala Vallarta-Nayarit, an event with over 20 years of history under its […]
The recently inaugurated Hotel W Punta de Mita in the Rivera Nayarit has been nominated among the three hotels that are up for the title of best new hotel opening in 2016 for Mexico, Central and South America. The nomination is on behalf of the 2016 “Awards of Excellence” by Luxury Travel Advisor. Luxury […]
Gastronomy is one of the pillars of the Riviera Nayarit and because shrimp is one of the most traditional and popular seafood dishes in the Destination, we’re bringing you a list of the Riviera Nayarit’s Top Ten Shrimp Dishes. It’s a pity there are only ten spots, though, because shrimp pate, coconut shrimp, mummy shrimp […]
Some of the destination’s resorts are on the list of top 25 hotels in 2017 in categories including best hotel, best bargain hotels, best service, most luxurious, best for romance and best for families. TripAdvisor has published its Travelers’ Choice 2017 where tourists select the top 25 hotels in different categories, and the Riviera Nayarit […]
It has committed to continuing its search of alternative markets, stimulate the domestic market, work with all three levels of government, create more coop campaigns, attend to the union members and continue working on the city image, the beach cleanups, safety and infrastructure. On Monday, January 31st the Hotel Iberostar Playa Mita welcomed the first […]
Grupo Vidanta’s Azur Bistro is new on the list this year, increasing the number of the Destination’s AAA Four- and Five-Diamond hotels and restaurants to 21. The American Automobile Association (AAA) announced the winners of the AAA Diamonds Awards on January 27, 2017. These awards are considered the most important of their kind in North […]
The group was comprised of representatives from Spain that focused primarily on incentive groups and it received the support of the MTB and Aeroméxico as part of the strategy implemented by the Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit Joint Promotion. The Promotions and Sales desk of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) closed out the month […]
The funds will go towards the projects the non-profit organizes to benefit San Pancho’s children and teens, including the Library and the Children’s Program. Entre Amigos has extended an open invitation to its annual Gala Dinner, which celebrates the past and the future of this non-profit organization located in San Pancho. The entity is dedicated […]
The Riviera Nayarit has more than a dozen fantastic attractions offering history, nature, magic, fun, colors, luxury, infrastructure, fiesta, culture, flora, fauna, gastronomy and much more. Here is a list of the 10 Must-Sees in The Riviera Nayarit. 10. – Isla del Coral, Compostela This little island is just 3 km (2 miles) from the […]
Heralded as a geological marvel, this beach—located in the Islas Marietas National Park in the Riviera Nayarit—is the only beach in Mexico to make the list and the first to appear in the article. National Geographic recently published its list of the “Top 21 Beaches in the World” and the Riviera Nayarit’s Playa del Amor—also […]
(Cortesy: Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit) It’s the only Mexican destination chosen to be included in this prestigious publication specializing in tourism. Forbes Travel Guide recently published its “Top 12 Destinations of 2017” and the Riviera Nayarit made this list, which highlights its hotel infrastructure and its events. The article presents the cities and destinations as […]
Once again, Rincón de Guayabitos will host a national tourney with the Isla del Coral in the background. This event serves to continue its positioning among the top beaches in Mexico for competitive beach volleyball. The 2017 “Copa Guayabitos” Volleyball Tournament will take place next Saturday and Sunday, January 28-29, 2017, when the beach at […]
There will be six bird observation routes, three conferences, several community murals, a journey for kids and a youth camp, as well as different artistic activities. The XIII International Migratory Birds Festival (FIAM by its acronym in Spanish) will be celebrated in San Blas from January 29 to February 5, 2017. This year’s program offers […]
Café Tacvba and Nortec Collective are headling the Jungle Live! concert, where they expect four thousand more spectators than last year. The 4th edition of the Festival Sayulita, Film, Spirits, Music & Vida, is ready to go from February 1-5, 2017—and it’s going to knock it out of the park. There’s plenty of heart and […]
There’s no doubt the Riviera Nayarit has positioned itself over the past ten years as a destination that offers luxury, natural scenery and privacy—three elements that celebrities covet when they’re ready for some R&R and that can be found at their very best in Punta Mita, the Glamour Peninsula of the Riviera Nayarit. Before we […]
Its many achievements include new equipment such as buoys, boats, chains and electronic tablets for processing the surveillance information of the Natural Protected Areas; more and better trained personnel; better coordination between the authorities, businesses and civil organizations; and an increase in environmental awareness. Thirteen months of work by the Paralelo 28 initiative and its […]
For two weeks Chacala will welcome guest artists both local and international to lead workshops and presentations; the Dinner-Expo-Auction will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, February 3rd, at the Marina Chacala. The Chacala Cultural Foundation has issued an open invitation to participated in the ChacalArt 2017 Winter Artists Residency. The artist lineup has […]
The group grew with an additional 20 volunteers, among them men and teens who worked together with the women who began the project, for a total of 60 people; the number increases to 80 when the schoolchildren participate. The first Beach Cleanup Network activity of 2017 took place on Saturday, January 14, the 32nd event […]
If you’re looking for some amazing shots of the sunrise or sunset with just a touch of adrenaline, this list of Top 10 Most Incredible Views has what you’re looking for. We have to confess, though, that it was hard to pick just 10, because when it comes to spectacular views, the Riviera Nayarit has […]
Over 300 cars and 100 motorcycles will participate in this exhibition in pro of Manos Azules por Nayarit, a group that helps children with autism, and Manitas de Amor por Bahía, which assists children in need by giving them food and education. The first Nuevo Vallarta Car Show is all set to go from Saturday […]
There are quite a few festivals coming your way, celebrating everything from culture, the environment, gastronomy, cinema, music, the arts, community development and sports to just plain being alive. The Riviera Nayarit has been working with different groups to organize some magnificent events for February. There are a total of ten if you include the […]