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The Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach resort has various on-site water sports center. It has a personal watercraft as well.

It is has a plush 40,000 sq ft spa that offers a hydrotherapy ritual as well as gem therapy services.

The resort features cascading free-form pool that has three swim-up bars, which are lined by tropical foliage.

Accommodations

The resort has 602 spacious and luxurious guest rooms that are done with elegant and contemporary furnishing. Most of the rooms have a single king-size bed or two double-size beds. It offers expansive sitting areas as well. The guestrooms have huge marble-accented freshrooms that provide separate vanities as well as showers. Few rooms in the resort provide stunning views of the sea. The rooms have Italian bathrobes and towels, handcrafted furniture. In every spa suite aromatic herb sachets are placed on every pillow; and they are provided with high-end bath amenities. The spa suites are provided with a direct entrance to the spa. Floors 10 and 11 have club-level rooms that boost a continental breakfast, nocturnal premium open bar, and complementary Wi-Fi connectivity.

Recreation

The resort has a serene 328 yards huge beach (almost 300 meters) is located on the northern side of Punta Cancun. The beach is bordered by roof-thatched palapas. The resorts have various entertainment options at the cascading. It has a free-form pool as well, which is lined by the tropical gardens and swimming pool for children that have waterslides and water sports. You can rent small boats, watercraft gears and kayaks from the beachside shops. Moreover, you have options of golf, fishing and parasailing in the vicinity of the resort.

Dining

The Grand Cancun resort offers five exotic dining venues that provides various cuisines such as Mediterranean, Mexican, beachside grill, etc. You can enjoy your dinner with live musical performances. The resort has wood-trimmed lobby lounge that rises to the beats of lively nights. There are three pool bars that provide sufficient relaxing alternatives.

Highlight of the resort is that it has oceanfront getaway overlooking the Banderas Bay, where you can see the most amazing sun rise and sunset. The beach is beautiful, serine and pristine. And the sandy beach has wooden pergolas where you can chill out, relax, and sunbath. Resort itself has four pools. The overall resort is in the area spanning some twenty one acres. The whole place is bordered by the palm trees and inside the resort you have lush gardens. Perfect destination for honeymoon as the romance is in air here, and also for family, youngsters etc.

This resort in Puerto Vallarta has more in its kitty, the luxurious spa. Get rejuvenated in oceanfront hut, get a massage where you hear sound of waves. Completely get immersed in the mood of relaxation and forget the concrete jungle of city. The spa has all kinds of massage and treatments available. Also the guest can play tennis here in the tennis court. And the gym here has personal trainers who can help you in working out.

The Westin Resort and Spa has some 279 guest rooms, suites which all have private balcony, along with signature Westin Bed, and offers the scenic view of the Bay and Pacific Ocean. And if your purpose of visiting this place is for romance, some solitude time with your loved one, or best reason could be honeymoon then you must opt and book one of Grand Deluxe Room which has outdoor Jacuzzi for some together time. Also there spacious honeymoon suites. Depending on the season and the availability the rates of the rooms vary, though normally starts $175 every night.

If visiting in winters that November through March then you will be able to watch Humpback whales.

Puerto Vallarta is mind blowing place for shopping, and has list of amazing places for nightlife. Its all exciting around here. And the restaurants are also good where you can relish on Mexican cuisine along with other cuisines as well. But you must try on Mexican delights for sure.

The Westin Resort and Spa Puerto Vallarta

Paseo de la Marina Sur #205,

Puerto Vallarta,

Jalisco,

Mexico

Contact Number: +52 322 226 1100

1ST May IS celebrated as the Primero de Mayo which is Mexico’s national holiday. This holiday is more like the America’s Labour Day.

3rd May is celebrated as the Holy Cross Day which is known as Día de la Santa Cruz. This day is special for the workers who are into construction line. As on this day construction workers celebrate it by mounting a cross on construction site. Then they decorate the place, have picnic over there and there is also fireworks.

5th May is celebration done for a victory known as the Cinco de Mayo, Mexico’s national holiday. Pays homage and honor to the Mexican victory defeating the French army at Puebla de los Angeles in year 1862.

10th May is the Mother’s Day. Mexican culture gives mother their due importance, and reveres them, by giving gifts to their mother. Also this day is therefore a significant holiday in Mexican calendar.

1st June is official Navy Day and is national holiday of Mexico.

24th June is celebrated as the Saint John the Baptist Day. This is religious festival, along with fairs being organised. This day there are special jokes being cracked on getting dunk in water.

29th June is celebrated as the Fiesta of the Saint Peter and the Saint Paul. Most notable celebrations happen in the Mexcaltitán, the Nayarit and the Zaachila, in Oaxaca.

1st September is approximate date, mostly this is held in beginning of autumn, the day is known as the Annual State of the Union. On this day the President of Mexico addresses the nation.

16th September is celebrated as the Mexican Independence Day. On this day Miguel Hidalgo had deliver El Grito de Dolores, and then had announce revolt of Mexican people against the Spanish rule.

12th October is again a national holiday where there is celebration is for Día de la Raza. This is significant day, as it is on this day that Columbus’ arrived to the Americas, and also it is celebration for historical origin of Mexican race.

On the 1st and 2nd November, a two day fest which is known in Mexico as Día de los Muertos is Day of the Dead celebration. One the most important Mexico’s holiday. As this festival merges the Pre-Columbian beliefs with the modern Catholocism. Worshipping of their dead ones and celebrating along with food, giving gifts to dead and all is done.

20th November is known as the Mexican Revolution Day, a national holiday, remembering the Mexican revolution of1910.

12th December is celebrated as the Día de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe or in common language it’s the day of Virgin of Guadalupe which honors the Mexico’s Patron Saint by celebrating with feast.

16th December is the Las Posadas celebrations begins and continues till January 6th. The celebration is for Joseph and Mary searching for shelter in the Bethlehem. People celebrate it with processions with candlelight that end at many nativity scenes.

25th December is celebrated as the Navidad that is the Christmas holiday.

January 6 is celebrated as Dia de los Santos Reyes:

Mexicans celebrate this day by exchanging the Christmas presents. This is to celebrate arrival of three gift bearing- the wisemen to the Jesus Christ. The day marks as culmination of Christmas celebrations.

January 17 is celebrated as Feast Day of de San Antonio de Abad:

Religious day, on this day Catholic Church allows people to bring in animals inside church for getting blessing of God. ( I think this is such a unique day!)

February 2 is celebrated as the Dia de la Candelaria:

One of the festive of Mexico where you can see Mexico coming alive in colors, dance, and music and celebrating the blessing of seeds and the candles. This is religious holiday and there are processions which are taken out on roads. You will be able to see colourful, vibrant Mexico on this day. The best places to see the fest is are San Juan de los Lagos, Talpa de Allende, Santa Maria del Tuxla, Jalapa, Oaxaca. Hire car and travel around the places to see the fest.

February Carnaval:

There is a celebration of five days, which are official Mexican holidays. Celebration of Libido which happens before Catholic lent. Begins about weekend before the Lent, the dates are as such not fixed. The festival is celebrated exuberantly and vivaciously. There are parades filled with colourful floats, performances from exotic dancers, all around there is happy vibes and merry. Into the streets people revel in the celebration. Its held mostly in second week of February. But its advisable to check in dates of the fest beforehand and then plan your visit. The best place to see the Carnaval is in Port Towns like La Paz, Veracruz, Ensenada and Veracruz.

February 5 is celebrated as Dia de la Constitucion which is a official holiday of Mexico given for commemorates of Mexico’s constitution.

February 24th is celebrated as the Mexican National Holiday, honouring of the Mexican Flag is done.

March 19th is St Joseph’s Day or known as Dia de San Jose a religious celebration which is best celebrated by Tamulin in San Luis Potosi.

March 21st is celebrated for the Birthday of Benito Juarez: Benito Juarez was a National hero as well as a well known president of Mexico.

Semana Santa:

This is Holy week that is celebrated to end the forty day Lent period. Semana Santa includes festive Easter Sunday and Good Friday. When visiting Mexico during Seman Sants don’t get afraid when somebody breaks confetti filled egg on your head because this is custom in Mexico of breaking such eggs on family and friends.

At Puerto Vallarta you must go for bike riding. Puerto Vallarta is in midst of mountains, sea and jungle. Mountain biking is a thrilling and adventure activity along with chance to see stunning views. Take eco ride via cycles, begin at El Tuito and reach the beach Yelapa.

As mentioned earlier Puerto Vallarta is for relaxing and rejuvenating yourself and for this Davannayoga is the best. Attend these yoga classes which is held on rooftops for fresh air and it relaxes your mind, body and soul. Sunset Yoga is the popular of all. Banderas Scuba is another activity where you can dive in well known sites of the Puerto Vallarta. Diving trips, whale watching excursion, snorkelling trips etc can be done at Yelapa beach and Islas Maritas. Also take historic trips to San Sebastian and take your kids to zip line canopy tours. That is not all people who love golf and its challenges will love to play here at the Four season Punta Mita where there is view of ocean and its winds posing as the challenges. The golf course is in natural ground. It requires moving in amphibious golf cart. Take the city tour, or learn cooking there is so much to do in Puerto Vallarta. Aquaventuras Park is water theme park where there are ten waterslides, dolphin shows, lazy river, swimming pools and chance to play with sea lion and dolphins. Kids here are going to completely freak out in fun. Sailing, one of the most amazing experience for sailing you will get in Puerto Vallarta. In crystal clear blue water, explore the shore and isles nearby sail with the wind see sun rise and sun set, relax on board, such a perfect way to spend your holiday. Fishing can also be done where you get chance to big catches. Go on Las Calestas Day tour an enchanting and exclusive coastal heaven of the Puerto Vallarta.

Rancho Manolo in Mismaloya is a ranch where you can take fun in riding the horses. There are horses and ponies in its stable which are well taken care of. Enjoy this amazing place by taking its tour on horses. There is a beautiful swimming hole and terrific restaurant. And trip will take you through jungle landscape.

Puerto Vallarta is one of the best resort destination of Mexico.

Dolphin Discovery is 10,000m2 of ocean area. The beauty of the place is also mesmerizing, vast turquoise blue waters, fine white sand, framed by the swaying palm trees.

Dolphin Discovery’s whole place is so designed where in dolphins are well taken care of. Such is the arrangement that dolphins feel at home as they are in their natural surroundings. Importance is given to dolphin’s safety as well.

At Dolphin Discovery there are comfortable lounging chairs, for you to relax, enjoy the surroundings, taste exotic sea food, tasty delicious dishes, beverages and swim and get your feet wet in crashing sound of waves. There are sea fountains which are so splendid. Over the pier you can see dolphins playing. Dolphins are said to be intelligent. They learn fast and over the times they even develop emotions for person. Have unique experiences with sharks and even rays. And swim with dolphins is gem of all activities. Swim with dolphins programs is loved by so many people that people come over from far off at this place. Also exploring the island is yet another exciting thing to do in Dolphin Discovery. Landscape is more beautiful than postcard beauty.

Garaffon Park dedicated as a special area for ecology and showcase of lush nature. This tropical delight of Mexico has other activities like snorkelling and kayaking.  In snorkelling you will be putting on mask and share the water space with sharks! Well don’t be perplexed as its safe cause you will be behind Plexiglas wall, a plastic wall which is transparent, and resistant. You swim seeing them. Kayaking is also wonderful experience in turquoise water. Explore the island in kayaks yourself in the Mexican Caribbean. Also you can rent bicycle and take a ride through picturesque surroundings of beautiful island.

Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres Main Activities:

• Dolphin Royal Swim
• Dolphin Swim Adventure
• Dolphin Encounter
• Sea Life Discovery Plus
• Royal Garrafon with Royal Swim
• Royal Garrafon with Swim Adventure
• Royal Garrafon with Dolphin Encounter

The place is dream come true, for all aquatic lovers, to see and enjoy with them.

Schedule: Open every day from9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Tulum Ruins:

The ruins of walls that were constructed ages ago, that surrounds the city from three sides and on fourth side it is left open to sea, is beautiful place to see. Though gets crowed, for its small area but with amazing spots for photography. Also you can see the Caribbean sea.

Gran Cenote:

This is beautiful and that’s less of describing it. Located in Riveria Maya, Gran Canotes is most amazing, with turquoise water, stalagmites, stalactites. Guides here are informative and good. Here enjoy a jungle adventure with zip lines, cenote splash landings, skycycle ride, rappelling and much more. Wonderful experience of forest, diving, cave sightseeing that should not be missed.

Xel-Ha Ecological Water Park:

A ecological water themed park, in Mayan Riveria. Adults and children can have loads of fun. Its advised that you buy all inclusive pass that includes fees for entrance, meals, drinks, rented equipment’s. Also you will have to buy a sunscreen which is eco-friendly other sunscreens not allowed. Here you can do snorkelling, hiking, see iguanas, cliff jumping, swimming etc. also chance to swim with dolphins at extra cost.

The Temple of the Descending God:

This place you must visit, as it hold special place in hearts of local people of Tulum. It is a small temple, with decorations such as representing of diving or descending god. Its believed to be main centre for adoration of the god Ah Muzencab. The temple is adorned with the images of snakes, sun, rain and has sea shells on walls.

Sunrise in Tulum:

Well sun rises everywhere, but in Tulum it has some divine beauty as the sky is covered in hues of orange, yellow, red, night descending and the sun rising. Its worth the pain of getting up early on holiday.

Tulum Iguanas:

Well iguanas can be seen at many places in Tulum and this lizard like reptile seems to be cool, as its not afraid of human, as it comes popping out of its hole to greet us humans.

Snorkeling:

Snorkeling is one thing that has attracted divers from all over the world. X-caret which is a underground river is loved by most and is beautiful place to take dives. Snorkel in giant close bay, see numerous fishes small and big. And its safe also.

Cozumel is twenty eight miles in length and nine miles in width, in the eastern zone of Mexico, residing in Yucatan Peninsula. It’s the largest island of the Mexico. Midst of blue tropical ocean, some twelve miles away from the mainland. Reach Cozumel via plane or ferry island, its also a port on some cruises. Cruise will give you just one day at island, and that’s not enough to explore the island. Cozumel is rich in history. The incredible history of this place is because the Mayan Civilization settled here some 2000 years ago thereafter, Spanish people dominated the island with the conquest in 1500’s, of the Yucatan Peninsula. San Miguel is the major town of Cozumel. It has cruise ship terminal. Local residents of the island are wonderful people with good hospitability and place is always filled with tourists and travellers from all over the world.

Jacques Cousteau discovered the underwater life and described the richness and exotic coral reef surrounding this largest island of Mexico. A paradise for Scuba Divers and snorkelling, suits to divers of any level of diving certification. There are wonderful sites and many places which rent their gears. Also you can find many diving trainers here. Learn Scuba diving in one the most rich and fantastic place. Diving and Snorkelling has many dives like deep dives, wreck dives, shallow dives, drift dives etc. in here.

Other activity for which people come from far of is Spearfishing. Cozumel is destination offering variety in conditions as well as the catches. Spearfish the ships wrecks, in the coral reefs, in many areas nearby the two cruise ship piers on island but its forbidden in the Marine Park, stretches from south downtown to southern tip of the island. You will be able to catch Barracuda, Triggerfish, Black Grouper, Snapper Cubera, Permit, Mahi Mahi, Palometa, Wahoo and many more.

Mexico is amazing destination to see culture which is vibrant and with festive celebrations in Cozumel is must place to visit. Carnavel de Cozumel in March El Cedral in April, Dia de Independencias, Dia de Los Muertos, Moche Buena etc are many of the festivals taking place in Cozumel. It’s all about music, dance, good food and revellers.

Cancun is amazingly beautiful and family vacation destination. Here was the building of Pre-Hispanic culture- The Mayans. The archaeological sites attract the visitors from across the world. The Mayan city of Kohunlich has some two hundred old Mayan Buildings. Must see the Tulum which is a wall city of the Mayans. Coba which means water shaken by wind is another big city of Mayans in this region, also Chichen Itza and Uxmal can be visited to see mysterious archaeological Mayan sites. Take a boat trip to Conzumel a very famous destination, or Isla Mujeres and Contoy.

Cancun is now not just Mayan, it’s a splendid city, which has many resorts, some being internationally famous. Accommodations have four star and five star hotels, resorts, and small backpack places.

Cancun has amazing beaches where you sun bath, relax, swim and let your children have fun too. Cancun has most wonderful and beautiful beaches of the world. It has coral sand and is place to be for day time water sports. Cancun is scuba divers paradise and heaven for snorkelling. There is lagoon of l-shape which is good place for sports like water skiing and you can go sailing in here. You can do deep sea fishing also.

Cancun has amazing beauty; the view is panoramic such as sky is appearing to kiss earth. The water has hues of turquoise at shore to light green as you go deep in sea. One place to see sun set and sun rise and perfect romantic ambience. The place is not loud but idle for romantic honeymoon. Also here you can come for adventurous water sport activities.

Mezcal- call it Mescal or Mezcal and not tequila here, Mescal is generic where as tequila is specific regional term. Drinking mescal in Mexico, you need to know its two ways to drink- one is young approach where in you drink and then you drop. Or the sensible approach, where in you savor the bewildering range of shots, and then stop just before you drop. Head to tiny place called La Botica at Campeche 396, Condesa, for the best of booze.

Los Girasoles on Plaza Manuel Tolsa, at Calle Tacuba 8-10, in Centro Historico, + 52 55 5510 0630, is in one of the oldest building, in historic center where you can indulge is traditional delights along with modern favorites offering  dishes like pistachio cream’s soup. Do taste the miniature fried grasshoppers.

Izote is another happening place, quoted as one of the best restaurants. You definitely have to do advance booking, to get a table. On Avenida Presidente Masaril 513, in Polanco, restaurant serves shark fillet amazingly done in onion, garlic, spicy chillies, and epazote herb.

Away from Mexico City’s bustling; cherish your food at Ivoire at 95 Calle Emilo Castelar. Superb ambience where you can enjoy food, airy place, French influence, nautical interiors, in midst of lush greenery, linger in aromas.

Tacos is compulsory, here you get soft then crunchy, taste it at Taqueria El Pastorcito, though be ready for big queue in front. Eat tacos made with beef, pork, sausage along with sensational choices of salsas.

Pujol with its mood lightening, and innovative cuisine serves amazing tuna ceviche dipped in pumpkin seed sauce, with mescal foam, try out avocado ravioli along with corn albeit its best in here.

Esquites is one such superb dish, delicious variety of popcorn, corn kernels are boiled, along with jalapenos, with epazote and flavored by lime juice, mayonnaise, cheese and chilies.