Daniel Butterfield, president, is developing this resort utilizing team members from Mexico, Phoenix and Las Vegas to create themes and inspiration for each aspect of the resort from the relaxation of iconic pools and medi-spas to the decadent dining in four-diamond restaurants with world-class chefs. Lounges and nightclubs with headliner talent are in the planning alongside a Vegas-style casino, upscale Mexican and international retailers, and an array of bars and quick eateries. Puerto Peñasco is known for the wonders of its natural beauty including Sandy Beach and Bahía la Choya’s tidal pools. The nearby CEDO (Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans) is open to the public and home to a fin-whale skeleton, botanical gardens, and information about the local ecosystem. Northwest of the city is El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site acclaimed for its volcanic and desert terrain.
around Puerto Peñasco. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the thousands of species who call the area home throughout the various seasons. For those looking for more leisurely diversions, Puerto Peñasco offers something the entire family can enjoy from championship-designed golf courses, numerous water sports, vibrant nightlife, colorful markets, fresh seafood, authentic Mexican cuisine and romantic sunset cruises. Puerto Peñasco is an inter-mingling of Mexican and American cultures. Both Spanish and English are spoken here, with a sizable population of American residents. Most restaurants have English menus, and the U.S. dollar is accepted as currency by the majority of businesses in the city. So, whether you’re looking to own, or simply enjoy a weekend getaway, Esmeralda Luxury Resort in Puerto Peñasco is the newest option to investigate.
Kayaking and scuba diving in the Sea of Cortez and Gulf of California are popular adventure options, as is a milelong series of ziplines and visiting Isla San Jorge (Bird Island) to swim with sea lions. The Greater Altar desert has one of the world’s only oceans of active sand, offering thrill-seekers the opportunity to try their hands at sand boarding or roam the terrain in an ATV that can readily be rented in and
For more information, or to book a stay, visit Esmeralda online at wwww.esmeraldaluxuryresort.com or contact (638) 382-8292