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Year 10 Vol. 1, Issue 152 Directory
Cover Subject:
Jose-Manuel GARCIA, CDS jmgarcia@ividmc.travel Visionary, Founder, & Master Coach Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA, CIS, CMS, CCM manolo@ividmc.travel
VALLARTA-NAYARIT’S FUN IN THE SUN, MARGARITA IN HAND
Second Generation, Innovator & President
Francisco BAEZA, DMCP fbaeza@ividmc.travel Vice President
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Trinidad SANCHEZ tsanchez@ividmc.travel General Comptroller
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Raquel MIJARES, CIS Corporate Marketing Director Julia ORTIZ jortiz@ividmc.travel Quality Director
Introduction Page 4 Jorullo Bridge ATV Tour Page 5 Optimist Championship Page 6 Hotels and Villas Pages 7, 8 Four Seasons Punta Mita Page 9
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Alejandro PECH apech@ividmc.travel Electronic Publishing Omar GALLEGOS ivicorp@ividmc.travel Content & Editing
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Fernando ROSAS corp.image@ividmc.travel Design
Dr. Travel’s - Travel Tip: Finding Good Eats
Jorge OROZCO, DMCP jorozco@myday.travel Managing Director - MyDay Travel
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IVI DMC² Mexico City, Central Mexico, IVI DMC² Dominican Republic IVI DMC² Panama Puerto Vallarta, & Riviera Nayarit Ramon RIJO, CIS David JOHNSON, CIS Jaime NELO, CMS, DMCP Regional Managing Director Associate Regional Managing Destination Managing Director Director rrijo@ividmc.travel jnelo@ividmc.travel djohnson@ividmc.travel IVI DMC² Cancun & Riviera Maya Raquel MIJARES, CIS Corporate Marketing Director rmijares@ividmc.travel
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Message From Headquarters Dear reader, One of Mexico’s most enticing double destinations is that of Vallarta-Nayarit, a coastal area covered by lush palm-covered mountains. The sparkling blue Bahia de Banderas and Vallarta attract millions that flock each year to laze on the glaring sandy beaches, grub in the stylish restaurants, stroll by the zany shops, and wander the picturesque downtown streets and enticing promenade. There are activities aplenty for all and these include boat trips, horseback rides, diving trips, golf, and much more. Puerto Vallarta's unrelenting growth has moved northward into neighboring Nayarit. With 185 miles of coastline, the Riviera Nayarit offers dazzling geography, biodiversity and entertainment; this spectacular diversity is due to the clashing of jungle and tundra habitats. Small coveted surf spots dot the coastline, including the beginners break. Next door, chic Punta de Mita sets the gold standard for fine accommodations and fun activities. Stately vistas, world-class golf courses, a thriving sailing community, and electrifying adventure sports round out this gentle and rich slice of Mexico. Come and enjoy some fun in the sun, margarita in hand.
Sincerely, Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA, CIS, CMS, CCM Second Generation, Innovator & President
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VALLARTA & RIVIERA NAYARIT
Are you considering a getaway along with your group to the Vallarta-Nayarit region? Then chances are you’re aiming for something out of the ordinary but with a welcoming, easy-to-explore vibe. And you’ll certainly find all that and much more in this long stretch of Mexico’s Pacific Coast. The region encompasses charming beaches, hilly jungles, and cultural towns, VallartaNayarit is like a well-stocked spice cover: it abounds with different flavors for different types of travelers. From the iconic promenade in downtown Puerto Vallarta to whale-watching in Banderas Bay to the secluded, dramatic landscapes of Punta Mita, Vallarta-Nayarit has a profusion of choices that can be tailored to your group. Vallarta-Nayarit region is actually several destinations rolled into one, each with its own character and charm. The area lies on the same latitude as Hawaii, therefore having a perfect climate with an average temperature of 71ºF and very little rain. This combined destination is a sports lover’s paradise offering an endless array of outdoor adventures. The abundant marine life in the warm Pacific waters of Banderas Bay offer some of the best deep-sea sports fishing around. Those in search of harder adventure can go mountain biking, opt for a jeep safari or try horseback riding in challenging terrains. Let us amaze you!
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WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN? JORULLO BRIDGE - ATV TOUR!
Are you prepared to incorporate all your senses in an adventure of extreme adrenaline? We will begin our tour driving 45 minutes of dirt road, crossing the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains on board of an ATV and crossing the zone of transition of the ecosystems desert and subtropical; you will be able to observe the beautiful landscapes that surround the waterfall, and we will do a stop this way to enjoy it´s crystalline waters. We will then undertake most exciting experience of our tour: driving directly to the bridge! Imagine crossing the longest traffic suspension bridge in the world with 470 meters of length and at a 150 meters of altitude over the Cuale river! You will be able to receive quite a dose of pure adrenaline.
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INTERNATIONAL SPORT CHAMPIONSHIPS TAKE PLACE IN PUERTO VALLARTA & RIVIERA NAYARIT
The 2018 North American Optimist Championship has been added to the multiple international sport activities that take place in Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit. This global event, programmed to take place from June 4-July 1, 2018, expects to receive 180 kids and teenager participants from 22 countries. This event is one of seven continental championships held around the world for Optimist Sailing, and it has the backing of the Mexican Sailing Federation (FMV, by its acronym in Spanish), the endorsement of the IODA, and the World Sailing Federation. The championship is open to athletes from North America, South America and the Caribbean, namely boys and girls between the ages of 12 and 15 who have been chosen by their respective associations. Another six non-U.S. groups may also be invited based on qualifying criteria obtained during last year’s world championship. Recent competitions included teams from Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Japan, Germany, Singapore, and Greece. The Riviera Nayarit has hosted several international championships in the past few years, among them: the 2007 Optinam, the 2007 J24 World Cup, the 2011 PanAmerican Games, the 2013 National Sailing Olympics, and most recently, the Laser World Championships, just to mention a few. Every year the Vallarta Yacht Club hosts the WesMex International Regatta, one of the most prestigious regattas in Mexico. Between 150 and 600 athletes attend each event.
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STUNNING PRIVATE VILLAS, THE PERFECT SCENARIO FOR GALA EVENTS
Petit events who have seen it all and tried it all are now turning around and seeking alternatives for their private events. Private homes are an excellent option at Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit!
One for instance is located amidst Punta Mita’s exclusive residential community and designed by renowned architect Juan Collignon and interior designer Karen Collignon. This amazing 9-room Villa is fully staffed with a concierge, private Chef, waiters, maids and, a driver who will pamper up to 18 adults while booking it. Additionally, this breathtaking villa features all facilities to house private events for up to 40 participants, surrounded by the trendiest luxury in the Pacific Coast.
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HOTEL MOUSAI, ONE OF THE MOST SELECT AND ELEGANT ONES IN THE MEXICAN PACIFIC
All-inclusive perks are abundant in this Vallarta property, ranging from unlimited alcoholic beverages and meals at one of three on-site restaurants (a few more are housed in the hotel's neighboring sister property, Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa, and are included in the all-inclusive package). Other perks are the access to private the beach and the use of the on-site tennis, squash and basketball courts. For those looking for a bit more relaxation, take a dip in the rooftop infinity pool or book a massage at the Spa. But if that's not enough to keep you on the property, wander into Vallarta downtown, located about 10 miles north. In addition to several natural and architectural marvels, the city provides plenty of delicious eats. The accommodations were another point of praise. Each suite features a walk-in rain shower, a terrace with a hammock and a Jacuzzi tub, a 55-inch LED TV and a Nespresso coffee maker. Keep in mind: Hotel Mousai is an adults-only property.
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FOUR SEASONS RESORT PUNTA MITA PARTNERS WITH CELEBRITY CHEF LESLIE DURSO TO DEBUT NEW VEGAN CULINARY MASTERPIECES
The Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a five-star luxury resort tucked into the lush landscape of the Riviera Nayarit, today announces a culinary partnership with celebrated vegan Chef and healthy living educator Leslie Durso. They both want to create new plant-based offerings at the resort’s three dining destinations: Aramara, Bahia by Richard Sandoval, Ketsi, Room Service, and Banquets. Inspired by a commitment to fresh, local ingredients and a desire to cater to an array of healthy lifestyles, the resort is elevating its vegan dining with the addition of 25 innovative, plant-based dishes designed by Durso, including appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and desserts. A globally recognized chef and healthy living educator, Durso is known for creating cuisine that reflects a fresh plant-based movement and refuses to compromise style for sustainability. She has worked as a private Chef for New York socialites, catered to the Hollywood elite and appeared on national television networks including Food Network and CBS. An avid world traveler, Durso has immersed herself in some of the most inspired kitchens in the world, from Thailand to Peru to Italy, and boasts a unique ability to create vegan dishes that are familiar, yet strikingly creative and different.
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Travel Tip: Finding Good Eats Sometimes eating on the road means dining in unfamiliar surroundings, at odd hours, on overcooked food, and with limited choices. For this reason I take breakfast bars, granola bars, dried fruit, and other easy to pack foods that don’t require refrigeration. I hope the road food tips in this section help you improve those less-than-ideal meals and expand your choices. • Ask the front desk or concierge at your hotel. • Ask shopkeepers where they eat (not which restaurants they
recommend). • Inexpensive vegetarian restaurants can often be found near college campuses. • If a restaurant looks interesting, but you are not sure how good it will be, wait outside and ask those who are leaving about the meal. I went to a restaurant. It said, ‘Breakfast anytime.’ So I ordered French toast during the Renaissance.| (Taken from page 185) James Feldman, (a.k.a. Doctor Travel) is a Certified Facilitator and internationally recognized professional motivator, author, television host, and radio personality. His company Incentive Travelers Cheque Int’l provides individual and group incentive travel awards for many Fortune 500 companies. His book “Doctor’s Travel Cure For The Common Trip” is an entertaining and invaluable travel guide whose purpose is not to tell you where to go, but rather to help you get ready for the adventure. CommuniQuest is pleased to share some of Mr. Feldman’s travel wisdom with our readers, who from time to time must deal with lines, cancellations, lost luggage, and a person in the adjacent seat making extensive use of the air sickness bag. Reprinted by permission from the Author: jfeldman@itcheque.com
THANK YOU FOR READING Like life in general, the M&E Industry seems to move at the speed of light. As a committed B2B partner, we aim to help you keep up with the latest industry news and opportunities. CommuniQuest Incentive Travel Digest is a valuable tool that brings you the timely information and analysis that you need, with a lair for what's hot, relevant, & interesting. I wish you the best of success in your quest, whatever it may be. Jose-Manuel GARCIA, CDS Visionary, Founder, & Master Coach
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