Approximately 25 teams are expected to join in this latest event, which has now increased its national reach with the participation of representatives from Toluca, Ciudad Guzmán and Monterrey alongside the teams from Nayarit and Jalisco. The 2nd edition of the Bahía Cup in the Riviera Nayarit is ready to go from March 17-21, 2016 […]
Interesting stats about the oldest regatta in the Mexican Pacific include the involvement of some 50 boats with more than 280 participants and over 800 attendees, which will generate over 9 million pesos in revenue. The Riviera Nayarit will welcome the XXIV International Banderas Bay Regatta with a boat parade; the competition will take place […]
About 20 national and International artists will be onstage next weekend offering a series of free shows over four days. The 3rd Puerto de Chacala Music Festival is ready to go from March 10-13, 2016. This is the top cultural and artistic event hosted by this Picturesque Village in the Riviera Nayarit. National and international […]
Standout winners include Marival Residences, Hard Rock Hotel and Grand Velas for receiving the Excellence in Service and All Inclusive Premier Plus awards. Riviera Nayarit hotels have once again been recognized by RCI®, world leader in timeshares within all-inclusive establishments. In 2016, eight Destination hotels were accredited with the RCI Gold Crown Resort® Award. The […]
27 hotels in Nuevo Vallarta, Flamingos, Bucerías, Punta de Mita and Rincón de Guayabitos are participating with discounts of up to 50%, free amenities and much more. The Riviera Nayarit’s Easter and Holy Week promos are in full swing from March 3-15, 2016 offered to the traveling public by the members of the Riviera Nayarit […]
This grand aerial spectacle arrives in the Mexican Pacific for the very first time; Nuevo Vallarta will host the event, which includes tethered flights, free flights and flights aboard a blimp. The 1st Riviera Nayarit Hot Air Balloon Festival arrives in Nuevo Vallarta from March 18-20, 2016. The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau and […]
The Riviera Nayarit continues to be the wedding destination of choice for A-listers and celebrities from around the world. Uruguayan-Mexican actress Bárbara Mori married Mexican-American baseball player Kenneth Ray Sigman in a beachfront wedding in a villa in San Pancho, Riviera Nayarit, this past Saturday, February 27, 2016. “The biggest dream of my life came […]
The tech conferences held before a full house pointed towards a growing market in Mexico; plus, MITA Ventures and Google Developers announced two accelerator projects in support of entrepreneurs. The St. Regis Hotel Punta Mita Resort hosted the fifth annual Mita TechTalks from February 28 – March 1, a tech encounter that year after year […]
The Guardian, Forbes Travel Guide and Vogue Magazine are showcasing the Destination’s attractions; vote for Islas Marietas and Sayulita on USA Today’s 10Best.com’s “Top Ten Beaches in Mexico!” Some of the top international press online portals have put together their lists of most popular world tourism destinations and the Riviera Nayarit’s beaches, hotels and attractions […]
Mexico was Colombia’s guest of honor this year, which spurred increased promotion, exposure and negotiations to improve fares and air connectivity. The 35th edition of the Vitrina Turística Anato 2016 showcased Mexico as its guest of honor in Colombia, which is why the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta generated so much exposure and interest among […]
The states of Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Aguascalientes, Guanajuato and Michoacán were the recipients of the Bajío Tour; together, these five states represent over 30% of the national tourists who visited the Riviera Nayarit in 2015. The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust came together for the Bajío Tour […]
This year’s news: the Grand Sirenis Matlali Hills hotel in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle received its AAA Four-Diamond designation. Every year the American Automobile Association (AAA) announces the winners of the AAA Diamond Awards in recognition of high-end luxury service in tourism establishments. This year, the Riviera Nayarit increased its number of Four- and Five […]
Over 15 local, national and foreign artists and groups will be donating their time at three concerts in the Cultural Capital of the Riviera Nayarit; entrance to the event at the Plaza del Sol in San Pancho is totally free. As happens every year, the last weekend in February is dedicated to the San Pancho […]
There will be a total of 250 sailboats and 250 sailorts competing in the Optimist, Laser (Standard and Radial), C420, Techno 293 and RS:X categories. The eleventh year of the WesMex International Regatta is ready to set sail from February 25-28, 2016, at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit. WesMex will be […]
RIVIERA NAYARIT VOTED BEST 2016 LUXURY DESTINATION IN MEXICO AND RECEIVES MORE AAA FOUR AND FIVE DIAMOND AWARDS KICKS OFF 2016 WITH PRESTIGIOUS TOURISM ACCOLADES RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO – February 19, 2016 – Riviera Nayarit is pleased to announce a number of prestigious accolades granted by travAlliancemedia, Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and […]
The percentage comparison from 2014 to 2015 is as follows: 5.7% increase in revenue, 4% increase in occupation, 9.7% increase in room nights and 12.97% increase in passengers arriving by air. The results of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau 2015 Barometer have detected a marked growth in the Destination. These numbers serve to […]
The destination will host the Destination Wedding Specialist Certification Training Workshop for Industry Professionals on July 7, 2016. Space is limited and the registration deadline is end of March 2016. The Promotion and Sales department of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau is extending an open call to certify professionals in the Destination’s romance […]
The Sunset Market at the La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Marina takes place on Saturday, February 20, while the 3rdTaste of Lo de Marcos happens on Sunday, February 21st. The Riviera Nayarit’s gastronomy stands out for its excellence and its originality, which is why La Cruz de Huanacaxtle and Lo de Marcos have prepared two special […]
Forty golfers from Mexico, forty from the United States and forty from Canada will compete for the honor of flying their flag on the top mast of North American golf; the signature trophy is a beaded jaguar, as well as a car for a hole-in-one at hole 8 and many additional prizes. The Flamingos Golf […]
Some of the best traditional longboard riders in the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Mexico, France and Hawaii hang out for some heavy surfing for four days in the Riviera Nayarit’s Capital of Surf. Thanks to the success of the previous year’s event, the Sayulita surf will once again welcome the II Mexi […]
A brigade from the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta will be in charge of cleaning up El Cora Crocodile Farm, located in the El Quelele Lagoon area of Flamingos. Saturday, February 13, 2016, marks the 21st edition of the Beach Cleanup Network (BCN) organized by the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) together with hotels, […]
Mexico City is the third city of origin in volume of national tourists to the Riviera Nayarit: 11.5% of the visitors to the Destination in 2015 were from the nation’s capital. From February 8-12, 2016, Mexico City was the site of different promotional activities in order to update the city’s travel agents with the latest […]
The Riviera Nayarit CVB, Fiancee Bodas magazine and Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit are giving away a 2-night/3-day trip for two during the Month of Love and Friendship; this contest is valid only in Mexico. The Riviera Nayarit always keeps its visitors in mind and this February is no exception. And […]
There’s the XXIV International Banderas Bay Regatta, the 3rd Puerto de Chacala Music Festival, the Children’s Circus, the Riviera Nayarit Hot Air Balloon Fair, the “Titans of the Pacific” Martial Arts Open, the #RoxyFitness Riviera Nayarit and, on top of it all, it’s Easter Week! March is going to be a month of high-octane fun […]
The standout was the inclusion of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort and the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita among the “Top Ten Best Hotels in Mexico in 2016” by the Huffington Post. Punta Mita is among the microdestinations in the Riviera Nayarit that most stands out on the international stage as the leader in […]
San Pancho will celebrate with a colorful family-friendly fiesta filled with art, education, ecology, love and fun, proving once again why it’s the Cultural Capital of the Riviera Nayarit. On February 13th the Entre Amigos Community Center will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the “San Pancho’s Community Festival.” San Pancho, the Cultural Capital of the […]
Mexico was more present than ever at the VI edition of this event, where 40% of the attendees were Nationals. Attendees of the VI edition of the American Express Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic (PMGG) called it the best golf, wine and culinary event in Mexico, defining it as an event that showcases the […]
The continuity of the AHMBB Board of Directors and the support of the three levels of government have been key to the fact the Riviera Nayarit has become one of Mexico’s most important tourism destinations on an international scale. The Yearly Assembly of the Banderas Bay Hotel and Motel Association (AHMBB, by its acronym in […]
This innovative sporting event is not a competition—it’s all for the fun of gathering 1,000 women who want to enjoy Run+SUP+Yoga in Mexico’s top luxury destination. The Riviera Nayarit will be the first destination in Mexico to host the #Roxyfitness Run+SUP+Yoga on March 26, 2016, an exclusive event for women who like the sporting life. […]
Internet sites in Mexico, the United States, the United Kingdom, Argentina, Brazil, Poland, Norway and even China are writing about Mexico’s Pacific Treasure. The Riviera Nayarit is on a roll as it continues to position itself on an international level, with interest from the international media on the increase. Keep reading for look at the […]
The Mexico Tourism Board reported that the Zika virus infection is a new and emerging disease in the country with only a minimal number of cases identified. Epidemiologic studies have found that the virus is under control in the country. With very few cases identified and containment efforts in place the tourism industry in Mexico […]
Over 900 business appointments took place over the two workdays with the participation of over 600 tourism professionals from among 65 wholesalers, 83 hotels and the tourism offices from the destinations. Seventy percent of the wholesalers were domestic, the rest were foreign. The 23rd Gala Vallarta-Nayarit has served to strengthen the promotional alliances between wholesalers […]
The Surf Capital of the Riviera Nayarit and one of Mexico’s newest Magical Villages is causing a stir in America, Europe and Asia. One of the Riviera Nayarit microdestinations is causing a stir throughout the continent and beyond the borders of the Americas: we’re talking about Sayulita Pueblo Mágico, the Riviera Nayarit’s Surf Capital. Whether […]
The Fundación Punta de Mita A.C. is searching for community projects that fall under the umbrella of education, health, environment and community development to lend them economic support. The Fundación Punta de Mita A.C. has launched the 2016 Fortalecimiento a las Organizaciones de Base(FOROB) open call in Banderas Bay. Sustainable grassroots projects that benefit the […]
TripAdvisor has over 340 million unique monthly visitors and over 200 million reviews in 45 countries; they contemplated some five million establishments, among them, four hotels from the Riviera Nayarit. TripAdvisor published their 2016 Travellers’ Choice, a list of the best hotels in Mexico and the world according to their readers—and the Riviera Nayarit’s hotels […]
The upward tendency of the Riviera Nayarit’s positioning on an international level was in evidence during the 36thedition of Fitur, and consumers and businesses were quick to take notice. The Promotions department of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau was present at the 2016 International Tourism Fair (Fitur, by its acronym in Spanish) as […]
Sea Turtles and Whales bring a Mexican Wave of excitement for nature enthusiasts on the Pacific Coast Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, two regions located on Banderas Bay in the Mexican Pacific, are unique eco-tourist destinations, chosen by nature’s most majestic giants to breed, nest and rear their offspring in the safest […]
The Riviera Nayarit’s Glamour Peninsula is showcasing top culinary creations in Mexico’s must exclusive development; Mexico’s trendiest destination will welcome over 30 personalities from the culinary, golf and tourism worlds. Punta Mita Resorts, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) invite one […]
Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit: Mexico’s Paradise for Any Pace and Personality Few places can claim to have it all, but at two neighbouring destinations on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, there really is something for everyone. From artisan markets and adventure style activities, to board walking and bird watching, to rich culture, delicious cuisine and everything in between, […]
James Hughes was named new General Manager at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort; he will continue the work begun by Carl Emberson, who held the post for many years. Marc Murphy, Managing Director of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) welcomed James Hughes, new General Manager of The St. Regis Punta Mita […]
San Blas is home to a large number of species and has the best birdwatching routes in Mexico, which is why this year, besides the usual ecotourism activities, there will also be an excellent cultural, artistic and academic program with an environmental focus. The XII International Migratory Bird Festival (FIAM by its acronym in English) […]
In summary: there is a tourism segment with higher purchasing power, that is satisfied with the price of services, spends more and stays longer. The Visitor Profile Surveys conducted by the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) held between January and December 2015 indicate, among other things, that the average spend by foreign tourists […]
The beach at Rincón de Guayabitos will host 32 of the top doubles teams in Mexico; entrance is free for the general public. Rincón de Guayabitos will host the fourth edition of the Mexican Beach Volleyball Tour from January 22-24, 2016; among the players is Nayarit native Juan Virgen and Rodolfo Ontiveros from Sinaloa, the […]
Canadian and American residents wintering in the Riviera Nayarit will be on hand through March to help with the cleanup of their temporary homes. The Riviera Nayarit’s Beach Cleanup Network (BCN) begins its 2016 activities on January 16th with its 20th event. The collaboration of North American temporary residents with the BCN began last year […]
Construction on the nine remaining holes is expected to end around summer of this year; Vidanta Golf launched special rates to promote its golf courses. The first nine holes in the new Greg Norman in Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta are open for play to tourists, visitors and residents of the Riviera Nayarit, who can now enjoy […]
From now through March 15, 2016, there will be 28 participating hotels offering discounts from 20 to 55 percent off, complimentary tours, unlimited golf, two kids stay free and much more. The Marketing department of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the members of the Hotel Association have launched their latest Winter […]
The best part about receiving this recognition organized by travAlliancemedia is that 30,000 travel agents were the ones who voted. The good news just keeps on coming in this New Year for the Riviera Nayarit: during the most recent edition of the Travvy Awards, the Destination took home the gold statue for “Best Luxury Destination: […]
Our Lady of Peace, patroness of the fishermen, welcomes dozens of boats on January 24th during the traditional Maritime Pilgrimage with the Peace Torch to give thanks and plead for a prosperous year. Bucerías will celebrate the traditional Our Lady of Peace Patron Saint Festival from January 16th through the 24th of the month. This […]