RIVIERA NAYARIT: STORY ANGLES

Be at One with Nature – Riviera Nayarit is truly a nature destination with an abundance of wildlife and natural settings carefully protected by the state of Nayarit. Highlights include:

o 192 miles of pristine coastline with small fishing towns, virgin golden beaches and a few spectacular luxury resorts

o The tall, forested Sierra Madrid Occidental Mountains frame the Pacific coastline with small towns, hiking trails, zip lining and indigenous Huichol Indian communities

o La Tovara National Park and mangrove eco-region in San Blas considered “one of the most important winter habitats for birds in the Pacific, home to 80% of the Pacific migratory shore bird populations.”

o Sea turtle nesting and rescue from June to November with four varieties of indigenous turtles: leatherback turtles, Olive Ridley turtles, hawksbill turtles, and green turtles

o Nayarit’s Banderas Bay is one of the most important sites in the annual migration of humpback whales from Alaska to Hawaii, bringing as many as 600 whales each year between November and April.

o Nayarit’s world-class resorts preserve their natural environment, offer eco-minded hospitality and natural spa treatments; there’s even a meditation yoga retreat that celebrates the outdoors

o Nayarit tour companies use experts in botany, marine biology and birdlife to guide visitors on tours and adventures to experience the natural wonders.

Golfer’s Paradise - Riviera Nayarit has become one of Mexico’s top golf destinations, with eight championship courses as well as three courses in the nearby state of Jalisco. It is an ideal environment for golfing with its year-round warm weather, breathtaking views of ocean, bays and coves, a backdrop of tropical forests and rugged mountains and varying landscapes ready to be molded into fairways and greens of exceptional challenge and beauty. Designers include Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, Jim Lipe, Robert Von Hagge & Baril and Percy Clifford.

Living in the Lap of Luxury – There are so many ways to savor the luxurious experience of Riviera Nayarit from ultra-luxe legendary resorts in Punta Mita, elegantly decorated B&B Inns, and family friendly all-inclusive AAA 5-Diamond resorts to world class fishing, marina for 400-foot yachts, wildlife experiences, enclaves of Mexican and international artists, over six championship golf courses and utterly hedonistic spas. For a selection of resorts and luxury experiences, please visit www.RivieraNayarit.com

Revitalize the Body & Soul – Riviera Nayarit’s world-class spas feature 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. Indigenous treatments like

the Temascal are derived from local Huichol Indians, one of the few remaining tribes in Mexico that have retained much of their original culture.

Dollar Goes a Long Way in Riviera Nayarit – With the weak dollar, Americans are hesitant to travel to Europe However the exchange rate between the USD and the MXN is very attractive and makes luxurious Riviera Nayarit affordable. Visitors can take a fabulous beach vacation without the guilt of spending too much money. Several resorts in the region – ranging from small, intimate B&B’s, to all-inclusive family resorts and high-end luxury enclaves are offering extraordinary rates with incredible added values to make a trip to Riviera Nayarit irresistible.

Sayulita: Hippy Chic – The bohemian beach town of Sayulita is as appealing to celebrities as it is to artists and surfers. This is the place to hang out, meet the locals and expats, learn to surf, shop in creative boutiques, delve into the Huichol culture and art, savor the local chefs in their tiny cafes and restaurants, and go bar hopping late into the night.

Off-Off the Beaten Path - In today’s world, where travel is exceedingly accessible, there is little that is left untouched and unspoiled.  Far-flung destinations are no longer exotic and for “off-the-beaten path” travelers, those paths may already be paved highways.  In Riviera Nayarit, Mexico’s newest destination, there is still plenty left to discover:

o 100 miles of virgin beaches north of San Blaso Mexcaltitan Island, believed to be the departing place of the seven Mexica/Aztec tribes

certainly offers off-off the beaten path adventure. o Los Toriles, the only Mesoamerican civilization ruins in the western part of Mexico

features ceremonial or burial grounds dating from 700 AD, the volcano of Ceboruco, petroglyphs and the only round pyramid.

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About Riviera NayaritMexico’s newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, stretches along 192 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by the majestic Sierra Madre Mountains just ten minutes north of accessible Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The region extends along the entire coast of the Pacific state of Nayarit including the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta, the historic colonial town of San Blas, exclusive Punta Mita, picturesque fishing villages, miles of serene beaches and spectacular Banderas Bay. Riviera Nayarit offers countless activities, such as: PGA golf courses, luxury spas, whale watching, turtle release, zip lining, surfing, bird watching, international cuisine, and the local artwork from the traditional Huichol tribe. Riviera Nayarit is recognized as a “Virtuoso Preferred Destination.” The region attracts and satisfies vacationers of all tastes and budgets with its wide range of accommodations including chic luxury resorts, eco-tourism boutique hotels and quaint B&B inns. For more information, visit www.RivieraNayarit.com or follow Riviera Nayarit's Fan Page on Facebook.