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The 9th Annual Vallarta Golf Cup Returns to Puerto Vallarta

Value-packed Packages for Golfers & Non-golfers Alike at Velas Vallarta, Casa Velas & Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Puerto Vallarta (October 26, 2010) –   The prestigious Vallarta Golf Cup returns to the championship Vista Vallarta Golf Club in Puerto Vallarta for its ninth year November 14th.  The Cup features play on the 18-hole Tom Weiskopf course set amongst a dramatic jungle backdrop and many attractive prizes, such as $100,000 cash, new cars, jewelry and other luxury amenities. In celebration of the tournament, Velas Resorts is offering value-packed packages at the oceanfront family-friendly Velas Vallarta, AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit and Casa Velas, a luxury boutique hotel and ocean club situated on the spectacular greens of Marina Vallarta’s 18-hole golf course.

Velas Resorts’ Golf Club Packages include registration in the Cup, a welcome cocktail hour, snacks during the tournament and an awards lunch for golfers.  Non-golfers will be treated to a $100 spa credit per suite per stay at the respective Velas Resort.  The Velas Resorts’ all-inclusive rates also include plush suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a choice of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24 hr in-suite service, fitness center, kids’ club, evening entertainment, activities for adults and children, taxes and gratuities, and more.

 Packages are valid from November 13th-16th at $240 per golfer per night at Velas Vallarta and $260 at Casa Velas.  Non-Golfers are priced at $225 per night at Velas Vallarta and $245 at Casa Velas.  All prices are based on double occupancy.  For reservations, please call 1-866-847-4609 or visit http://www.grandvelas.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 339 suites,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.

About Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit:

            Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, an all-suites and spa resort located just 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Five-Diamond Award.  The resort features 267 spacious ocean-view suites.  The crown jewel of the resort and a member of Leading Spas of the World, the Spa at Grand Velas features 20 treatment rooms, over 80 spa treatments, gym and exercise room, spa boutique and beauty salon.  Five restaurants, three of which have been awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award, feature stylish decor and a la carte choices for French, Italian or Mexican cuisine. The family-friendly resort also offers t iered three-temperature infinity pools, tennis court, 25,321 total sq feet of meeting space and a Kids Club. Nearby are championship golf courses, numerous options for soft adventure, and the charming town of Puerto Vallarta with its many shops, art galleries and nightlife.

  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. 

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June 9-13th, 2010 Riviera Nayarit will be full of competitive spirit thanks to the exciting International Fishing Tournament, that will take place at the privileged seas of San Blas.

From June 15-25th, the exclusive Gastronomic Festival, the Cuisine of Cordon Bleu’s Great Classics from Paris will be held at the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit hotel, contributing to the expansion of the area’s culinary horizon.

National and international runners are invited to participate in the annual Medio Maratòn Turistico Nuevo Vallarta. This event will take place on the scenic main streets of Nuevo Vallarta October 25, 2009 and every October thereafter.

Mexican horsemen/women parade through town wearing beautifully decorated jackets, pants and sombreros on finely brushed horses decked with their best equipment. Festivities continue throughout the day and evening at various charro rings, including bullfights, calf roping, food and dancing.

PV is world famous for the beauty of its beaches‚ but perhaps not many visitors are aware that the mangrove eco?region of San Blas‚ north of Vallarta‚ is home to an impressive 80% of the Pacific migratory shore bird population.

Enjoy the presence of the best jazz in Vallarta. Vallarta Yacht Club Presents Tom Coster in concert Feb 16, 2009

Come celebrate Independence Day in Vallarta ?? there will be food stands, music, folkloric dance performances and mariachis everywhere, oh and plenty of parties to entertain any discriminating taste!

The Marina Vallarta Golf Club offers excellent golfing and a friendly crocodile that likes to watch the fun.

The Velas Resorts offer many recreational activities for families and visitors. Swim at the private beaches or in the lovely pools. Play tennis, baseball, beach volleyball, bocce, or ping pong. Try water polo, aqua aerobics or scuba diving. Enjoy the live entertainment, Mexican fiestas and festivals of Velas Vallarta.