Kids and Family Vacation

Rounds at Championship Courses, Green Fees, Partner Finder Program, Weekly Tournaments & More

Now Included in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Riviera Maya

Puerto Vallarta (April 11, 2011) – Dads can perfect their drives this Father’s Day and beyond with Golf Getaway Packages that include multiple rounds at championship golf courses, green fees, a partner finder program, organized weekly tournaments, suite upgrades and more at the “Beyond All Inclusive, Beyond All Compare” Velas Resorts in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya and Riviera Nayarit. Dads can opt to hit the greens at several different 18 hole courses including Marina Vallarta or Vista Vallarta Golf Clubs in Puerto Vallarta and Playa Paraiso Golf Club in Riviera Maya. Luxury suite accommodations, VIP airport/hotel transfers, spa treatments, international premium brands, room upgrades, a la carte gourmet meals at a choice of specialty restaurants, 24 hr in-suite service, minibar, fitness center, taxes and gratuities, and more are also included. Rates for the three-night minimum packages start at $225 (Velas Vallarta), $260 (Casa Velas), $346 (Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit) and $623 (Grand Velas Riviera Maya). All rates are per person, per night, based on double occupancy. Package offerings and minimum night-stay requirements vary by resort. The Golf Getaway Packages are valid now through December 18th. For more information and reservations, please call Velas Resorts at 1-888-323-2776 in the U.S. or Canada or visit www.velasresorts.com

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The Bay of Banderas, home to Puerto Vallarta and the Marieta Islands, is an exceptional setting for observing humpback whales during the winter and part of the spring. Year after year the whales arrive on the Mexican Coast to rest after their long trip from Alaska to the equator, mate and give birth to their young.

Book by Dec. 31 & Receive 2 for 1 Kids Special at Luxury All-Inclusive Velas Resorts

Pay For One Child’s All-Inclusive Stay and Get Second Child Free in 2011

Puerto Vallarta (December 3, 2010) – This Holiday season, give your family the gift of an incredible luxury vacation with Velas Resorts’ 2 for 1 Kids Special. Pay for one child and receive a complimentary stay for a second child when booking by December 31st at three beachfront Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta.

Overlooking the Caribbean Sea and equipped with two state of the art Kids’ Clubs, Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers a large selection of family-friendly activities ranging from exploring Yucatan jungles and visiting Mayan ruins to scuba diving and snorkeling. Families will also enjoy the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit and Velas Vallarta, both located on the Banderas Bay, that offer easy access to numerous eco-tours, whale watching, swimming with dolphins, surfing, kayaking and more. At all of the resort Kids’ Clubs, children can take part in cooking classes, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and pool games, as well as many eco-friendly initiatives.

Velas Resorts’ all-inclusive rates include luxury suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, nightly entertainment and more. The 2 for 1 Kids Special applies to bookings made now through December 31, 2010. The promotion at Velas Vallarta and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is valid for travel for all of 2011; and from January 1 to March 31 at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. For reservations, please call 1-866-495-9902 or visit http://www.grandvelas.com/

By Julieta Del Toro

Velas Resorts invites you to enjoy a spectacular vacation with your family! Imagine starting 2011 in a beach paradise, celebrating with your loved ones in the blue Pacific waters of Velas Vallarta, on the tranquil Bay of Banderas beach of Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit or the turquoise Mexican Caribbean of Grand Velas Riviera Maya.

Experience an enchanting getaway full of magical moments that will forever remain in your memory. Celebrate in an environment that has everything for your family. While your little ones have a blast participating in fabulous Kids’ Club activities, you can enjoy the sun, sea and beautiful pools. We also have delicious spa treatments for your children, making them feel like super heroes and princesses as you relax with massages and therapies that will seduce your senses. Enjoy gourmet dining as a family or have a night to yourselves in one of our world-class restaurants.

For a limited time take advantage of our special 2 x 1 Kids Promotion. Pay for one of your children’s stay and receive another child’s stay free. Reserve until the 31st of December for your 2011 vacation.

To reserve, call toll free from the USA and Canada: 1 866 495 9902 | From Mexico: 01 800 831 1162 or email contactcentergv@velashotels.com. Visit www.velasresorts.com for more information about the resorts.

Offer valid only for new reservations made between today and December 31st, 2010. Valid for travel to Velas Vallarta and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit for all of 2011. Valid for travel to Grand Velas Riviera Maya from January 1st to March 30th, 2011. Subject to availability.

  Complimentary Night, Innovative Activities and  Specialty Cuisine Included With Last Minute Holiday Travel Promotios

Folkloric Dances, Bicentennial Fiestas, Christmas Circus & More for the Holidays in Puerto Vallarta

   Puerto Vallarta (November 10, 2010) – This Holiday season enjoy quality family time during an activity-packed Christmas and New Years, with one night free, folkloric dances, fiestas celebrating Mexico’s Bicentennial, a Christmas circus and more, from the oceanfront all-inclusive family-friendly Velas Vallarta and Casa Velas, an adults-only boutique hotel and ocean club on the Marina Vallarta Golf Course.

The Christmas and New Year’s Special includes a range of daily exciting activities for children and adults alike. The Velas Vallarta Kids Club, open from 10 am – 5 pm daily, offers treasure hunts, water balloon fights, juggling, and Christmas fun, as well big surprises. The whole family can participate in regional folkloric dances, casino night, dance lessons, and a Christmas adventure circus. Velas Vallarta restaurants’ Andrea and La Ribera and Casa Velas’ Emiliano offer unique menus each night including Oriental, French, Italian, Steak House, and authentic Mexican cuisine. Nearby is downtown Puerto Vallarta with its art galleries, cafes and shopping, ideal for family strolls.

Casa Velas’ and Velas Vallarta’s all-inclusive rates include luxury suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, nightly entertainment and more. The Christmas and New Year’s Special is available from December 18 to January 2, starting at $295 per person, per night in double occupancy, with a minimum stay of five nights. For reservations, please call 1-866-847-4609 or visit http://www.velasvallarta.com/ &  http://www.hotelcasavelas.com/ 

About Velas Vallarta:Velas Vallarta, an all-suite resort and convention center located on 10 acres of oceanfront in Puerto Vallarta, is walking distance from Marina Vallarta Golf Course and just minutes from Downtown Puerto Vallarta’s captivating attractions, activities and landmarks. Situated on the emerald waters of Banderas Bay, Velas Vallarta features 345 suites, a high-tech Convention Center that can accommodate up to 700 people, three swimming pools, a rejuvenating spa, fitness center, multiple restaurants, and an inviting lounge with live music and entertainment nightly.

About Casa Velas:

Casa Velas, a boutique hotel and ocean club nestled on the greens of Marina Vallarta’s 18-hole golf course, is a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award. Located just five minutes from Puerto Vallarta Airport and only 15 minutes from the popular downtown area, art galleries and “El Malecon” (the boardwalk), the hotel features 80 suites, some with private pools and Jacuzzis. Spa Casa Velas, a Leading Spa of the World, encompasses five treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy area, a fitness gym and a beauty salon. Emiliano a la carte fine dining restaurant is at the hands of one of the area’s leading chefs serving Mexican and international cuisine. 

Species such as the Gulf Turtle and the Laud Turtle (the largest sea turtle), are some of the many who visit the tranquil beaches of the coast of the Bay of Banderas during this season. The turtles come to lay their eggs, which are found and placed by staff in protected areas until they hatch.

by Julieta Del Toro

Puerto Vallarta is one of the most beautiful and well-known tourist destinations in all of Mexico.  It is also the favorite site of various species such as majestic whales, dolphins, and sea lions. Among all of the animals that visit Puerto Vallarta, some of the most interesting are the giant sea turtles that return year after year to the golden beaches to lay their eggs. In recognition of these beautiful animals and in order to preserve and protect the species, the government and private businesses have created programs to collect the turtle eggs and guard them during their incubation process until the baby turtles can be released and return to the sea. 

Species such as the Gulf Turtle (lepidochelys olivácea) and the Laúd Turtle (dermochelys coriácea), are some of the many that visit the tranquil beaches of the Pacific Coast.

It all starts at the beginning of June. Camps are established on the key beaches of the Bay of Banderas, the eggs that are found are deposited in turtle corrals and observed by various organizations, and the general public often helps.  Here the eggs will stay for their 45- 50 day incubation period. Then, during the final days of August, the baby turtles are released. The release coincides with the summer season, in which vacationers are able to participate in this unique and special activity.

Join this beautiful activity, and experience with your kids of the opportunity to set these dear friends free!

Courtesy of Riviera Nayarit Convention and Events Bureau

Because every day is a day for the Earth, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit continuously creates eco-oriented activities inviting guests to take green actions. Kids Club is a clear example as on how to recycle materials to create both stunning and useful crafts. Celebration gets even better during Earth Day, holding contests and special activities specially thought for this day.

Today, the little ones are invited to a ‘Paint your World’ contest and to the whole day Art & Crafts workshops using recycling bottles and papers. Please wait for Today’s Pics to be uploaded soon!

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Spring break in Vallarta is here! Visit one of our Vallarta resorts and take advantage of our fabulous vacation packages. Enjoy your spring break vacation with your children, friends, or that special someone.

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Just south of Puerto Vallarta are many small and hidden beaches. They are a far cry from the long wide beaches found in and above the hotel zone, and are only accessible by water taxi.

Yelapa is one of these beautiful places. To get to Yelapa you can take a water taxi, known locally as a Lancha, from the pier in the Romantic Zone. Or, you can do as we did, and take the beautiful drive down to Boca de Tomatlan and catch a Lancha from there…