Entries by Norma Hernández

The Riviera Nayarit nominated in six categories in the 2021 Travvy Awards

The travel industry’s “Academy Awards” recognize the top destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and tour operators, as selected by those who know them best: the travel agents. The Riviera Nayarit was nominated in six categories in the 2021 Travvy Awards, now in their 7th year. These awards recognize the highest standards in the travel industry […]

Sayulita makes the Top Ten of Kayak’s Travel Hacker’s Guide

The world’s leading travel search engine makes a summary of everything the traveler can find in this Riviera Nayarit destination, highlighting surfing, yoga, and delicious gastronomy. Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit’s surf capital, has been included in the Top 10 of the Travel Hacker’s Guide by Kayak—considered the world’s leading travel search engine—which provides travelers with […]

The Riviera Nayarit offers luxury and safety for LGBT+ travelers

The CVB welcomed a group of media professionals specializing in this segment, as part of its marketing strategy of promoting the destination to diverse markets. In its pursuit to attract more tourists to the destination and diversify its markets, the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has consolidated a promotional strategy focused on different […]

The Riviera Nayarit “Sorting Counts” campaign was a resounding success

From April to June 2021, the Riviera Nayarit CVB spearheaded a crusade to help raise awareness about the importance of separating waste, through environmental education talks, environmental fairs, and beach cleanups, among other activities. The Riviera Nayarit is committed to caring for the environment and promoting sustainable tourism with actions such as the “Sorting Counts” […]

The Riviera Nayarit consolidates its air connectivity with new routes and frequencies

Data from Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico indicates that the airport will welcome an average of 428 flights per week in July with a projection of 1,712 for the month, representing an increase of 20% over the previous month. Over 1,700 domestic and international flights are expected to arrive at the “Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz” International […]

Spirit Airlines arrives in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit

The good news about the Destination’s tourism recovery keeps flying in! New airlines and routes strengthen the region’s air connectivity. Spirit, the airline with the “spirited” yellow planes, landed for the first time at the “Gustavo Díaz Ordaz” International Airport. Its arrival strengthens Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit’s air connectivity with three new flights […]

Grand Matlali Hills Resort & Spa: Luxury Reinvented

The hotel, located within the Puerto Bahía development, is under renovation and is more vibrant than ever. Its five new towers, which house 80 junior suites, 20 suites, and various dining options, will open in October of this year. Riviera Nayarit continues to enhance its luxury tourism offerings and welcomes new hotel investments in the […]

The Riviera Nayarit nominated for the 2021 International Travel Awards

Voting has begun! Vote today for the Riviera Nayarit in the following categories: America’s Best Emerging Tourism Destination 2021, America’s Best Wildlife Destination 2021, and America’s Best Honeymoon Destination 2021. The 2021 International Travel Awards recognize and reward the best in the travel and tourism industry. The 2021 International Travel Awards has included the Riviera […]

The Riviera Nayarit a standout at ANATO Colombia’s Vitrina Turística 2021

Mexico’s Pacific Treasure strengthens its promotion in emerging markets such as Colombia, which currently lists Mexico among its top travel options. The CVB attended the 40th edition of ANATO Colombia’s Vitrina Turística 2021 via its promotional office in Bogota. The Riviera Nayarit continues to promote its activities in emerging Latin American countries, ensuring its presence […]

The Riviera Nayarit, the most popular destination for summer

According to online travel agency Despegar, Mexicans are very interested in traveling, especially domestic destinations. Mexico’s Pacific Treasure is among Mexicans’ favorite destinations for travel in the upcoming summer season, according to a report by online travel agency Despegar Mexico. Despegar warned, however, that international travel will still have some restrictions. The Riviera Nayarit shares […]

The Riviera Nayarit, a magnet for tourism investment

This destination has attracted 103,324 billion pesos in Foreign Direct Tourism Investment (FDIT) for the state of Nayarit with 15 hotel projects, both new and under development, taking it to the top of the country’s rankings. The Riviera Nayarit continues to position itself as a world-class destination, and its leadership in Mexico in attracting tourism […]

Vote for the Riviera Nayarit in the 2021 Hemispheres Readers’ Choice Awards!

United Airlines’ Hemispheres magazine published a list of nominees for its 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards, and the Riviera Nayarit is featured in two top categories. The Riviera Nayarit is a finalist in United Airlines’ in-flight magazine’s Hemispheres Readers’ Choice Awards “The Best of 2021.” The destination is featured in the Best International Honeymoon Destination and […]

The Riviera Nayarit celebrates Pride Month

Mexico’s Pacific Treasure celebrates Pride Month, dressing up in rainbow colors to show its support for the LGBTQ+ community. Riviera Nayarit stands out for its tourism offer for the LGBTQ+ market, with unmatched quality and luxury in hotel infrastructure, gastronomy, events, and nightlife. The Riviera Nayarit is a perfect destination for the LGBTQ+ market—one of […]

Canadian airlines return to the Riviera Nayarit

Air Canada, Swoop, Transat, and Sunwing will gradually resume their services in addition to WestJet, which restarted flights on June 5th. After four months of inactivity, the leading Canadian airlines have begun to fly to Mexico and its tourist destinations, including Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit. For the record, in January 2021, the Government of […]

Grand finale of the Riviera Nayarit MexiLog Fest 2021

The world’s best surfers are looking to conquer the waves at the Classic Surfing and Lifestyle Festival taking place on Saturday, June 12, at Punta del Burro beach. This year’s MexiLog Fest 2021 Riviera Nayarit is coming to an end after four days of waves, music, art, good vibes, and a lot of classic surfing. […]

The Riviera Nayarit inspires designers and artists

Jalisco designer Benito Santos presents Sayulita Cruise 2021, a timeless collection that reflects the hippie-chic vibe of Nayarit’s Pueblo Mágico. Since its inception, Mexico’s Pacific Treasure has captured the imagination of fashion designers, architects, and other artists. The destination’s untamed nature, its luxury, and its casual yet elegant ambiance have been exceptionally inspiring. One of […]

The Riviera Nayarit reinforces its promotion in Mexico’s western region

Over four days, the CVB and 18 destination hotels presented their tourism offer to more than 500 travel agents, meeting planners, and wedding planners from the Guadalajara metropolitan area, while also participating in the traditional ARLAG Tourism Fair. The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) engaged in a series of promotional events in Guadalajara, […]

Argentina’s victory wraps up the Optinam 2021 in the Riviera Nayarit

Mexico’s Pacific Treasure became Mexico’s sailing epicenter from May 29 to June 4. The 2021 North American Optimist Championship marked the end of the first stage of the regatta season in Mexico’s Pacific Treasure, which began last January with the Vallarta Cup Race Series. The 2021 15th North American Optimist Sailing Championship (Optinam), hosted by […]

More air connectivity for the Riviera Nayarit in June

Canadian airline WestJet resumes operations this month with a flight from Calgary. The Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico indicates that an average of 363 flights per week is expected in June, with a projection of 1,452 for the entire month. As the world reopens its air borders and countries in North America and Europe advance their […]

Bicycle Tours: The Best Way to Discover the Riviera Nayarit

Cycling for fun, relaxation, or as a means of transportation is yet another attraction of Mexico’s Pacific Treasure. Ever since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, travelers who want to revisit destinations all over the world have a greater appreciation for “green cities.” They are looking for outdoor spaces and activities, something that the Riviera […]

5 Luxury Experiences in the Riviera Nayarit

Mexico’s Pacific Treasure has everything it takes to provide the best experiences for the most demanding travelers: heavenly beaches, spectacular landscapes, fabulous resorts, and exquisite gastronomy. Here’s some inspiration for your next trip! From heavenly beaches, magnificent resorts, and exquisite cuisine, to magical towns, culture, and history, the Riviera Nayarit has everything it takes to […]

The Riviera Nayarit welcomed the 28th Imacop Tourism Convention

The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau joined the convention with a destination presentation and partook in the trade show with hotels from this coastal region. The event was organized by wholesaler Imacop Tour Corporation and brought in 450 travel agents from different states around Mexico. The Riviera Nayarit hosted the 28th Imacop Tourist Convention […]

Riviera Nayarit to participate in the Madrid Fitur 2021

The tourism tradeshow is scheduled for May 19-23 and will focus on restoring the world’s tourism industry. The Riviera Nayarit is preparing to attend the most important tourism event in Spain—and one of the most important in the world: the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) 2021. The 41st edition will focus on the global tourism […]

The Riviera Nayarit boosts Romance Tourism

Regional Wedding Planners were warmly welcomed by The Villa Group Beach Resorts to a magical ambiance, brimming with hospitality and featuring exquisite cuisine. The Villa Group Beach Resorts held the Reignite Wedding Season 2021 event aimed at regional wedding planners. A group of 26 professionals in the production and organization of weddings had the opportunity […]

The Riviera Nayarit steps up its promotional work in the domestic market

The CVB and the AHMBB strengthened this tourist destination’s presence in CDMX, Toluca, and Puebla to incentivize the arrival of tourists for the upcoming summer season. Over 280 travel agents and meeting planners enjoyed a first-hand look at the Riviera Nayarit’s latest developments during the first Promotional Tour of 2021, which visited Toluca, Puebla CDMX. […]

A successful week of promotional work in El Bajío for the Riviera Nayarit

The promotional tour visited five cities in this region to strengthen the destination’s presence and its tourism product before the summer season. The Riviera Nayarit Promotional Caravan through the Bajio region, carried out by the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) from April 26 to 30, visited five cities, trained 200 travel agents, and […]

The Riviera Nayarit promotes its attractions in the UK

In the 2021-2022 season, European travelers will be able to choose from three vacation options to this tourist destination all focused on whale-watching. The Riviera Nayarit Visitors and Convention Bureau (CVB) has partnered with three tour operators in the United Kingdom to curate a collection of new and exclusive tours for the upcoming 2021-2022 winter […]

1st “Your Health Expo” in the Riviera Nayarit

The event organized by MedTravel Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit will gather in Sayulita the best medical specialists, hospitals, and certified clinics in the region. The Riviera Nayarit is pleased to extend an invitation to the first edition of “Your Health Expo,” an event that gathers the best medical specialists, hospitals, and certified clinics […]

The Riviera Nayarit at the V EntreAmigos Environmental Fair

Organized under the slogan “A Leap for Change”, the fair was an outstanding success thanks to a program that included workshops, bird watching, environmental projects, ecological activities, and more. Fun and learning converged to raise awareness about environmental care and a better quality of life at the V Environmental Fair hosted by the Entre Amigos […]

The Riviera Nayarit: A first-class golf destination

The LXX Children’s Junior Championship / XXIV International Edition was held from April 15-18 at Vidarta Nuevo Vallarta with excellent results. The Riviera Nayarit is where luxury meets nature and is one of the most important destinations for golf lovers, not only for the number of available courses but also for the quality and challenges […]

Culinary experts meet in the Riviera Nayarit

Mexico’s Pacific Treasure hosted the national meeting of the Editorial Board of Voters for the Guía México Gastronómico by Culinaria Mexicana. “Three days in paradise.” This is how the Editorial Board of Voters of the Guía México Gastronómico by Culinaria Mexicana/S. Pellegrino/Nespresso, published by Larousse Cocina, described their stay in the Riviera Nayarit. They met […]

The Riviera Nayarit brought its promotional tour to northern Mexico

The Tourist Promotion Tour headed to Monterrey, Nuevo León, and Tijuana, Baja California, where they trained 150 travel agents and meeting and wedding planners. On March 23, 24, and 25, the Riviera Nayarit CVB held a series of promotional events in Tijuana, Baja California, and Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, both cities in Mexico’s northern region. The […]

The Riviera Nayarit’s luxury portfolio expands

Conrad Punta de Mita was accepted into this worldwide network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel as a Virtuoso Preferred Hotel. With Conrad Punta de Mita’s inclusion—in addition to One & Only Mandarina last year—the Riviera Nayarit now boasts six Virtuoso properties. The Riviera Nayarit continues to expand its luxury hotel offerings with […]

Marriott Bonvoy Traveler showcases the Riviera Nayarit’s attractions

The online magazine published two extensive articles in its April edition featuring the top luxury destinations and coastal towns in Latin America and the Caribbean, which included Punta de Mita, San Pancho, and Sayulita. Online magazine Marriott Bonvoy Traveler published two extensive articles on the Riviera Nayarit, highlighting Punta de Mita, San Pancho, and Sayulita […]

Golf in the Riviera Nayarit: Mexgolf Junior Tour 2021

The LXX National Children’s Junior Championship, now in its XXIV International Edition, will be hosted by Carlos Ortiz, a PGA Tour participant and considered one of the two best players in Mexico.  The golf tour is back in the region after several years of absence with Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta as its main sponsor.   From […]