Archive for the ‘Mexico’ Category

Tides Riviera Maya Completes a Major Renovation And Rebrands As Viceroy Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya, Mexico, January 12, 2012 – The completion of a major renovation of The Tides Riviera Maya has elevated the resort to a new level of luxury, and with these significant improvements Viceroy Hotel Group has added the property to its luxury Viceroy Hotels and Resorts portfolio.               [...]

January 12, 2012   Posted in: Mexico

Did You Know That Tequila Comes from the Town of Tequila in Mexico? All the Facts from the Jose Cuervo Family

by Bea Broda An incredibly enjoyable tour in Mexico is to the Jose Cuervo Tequila plantation and distillery in the town of Tequila, near Guadalajara in the Jalisco State of Mexico. Here, you’ll be able to tour and follow the entire tequila production process, from seeing the blue agave cactus leaves chopped off to reveal [...]

October 20, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

Mazatlan’s Estrella Del Mar Sea Turtle Sanctuary Gives Visitors the Opportunity to Learn about Protecting Sea Turtles

If you are visiting Estrella del Mar in Mazatlan, Mexico, you will want to take advantage of a free tour of the Turtle Preserve. This on site facility was established to help protect the sea turtle. You’ll learn all about this facinating species and will be given the opportunity to observe them up close, and [...]

September 28, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

“Oasis Jazz U Festival” To Take Place in Cancun Mexico May 17 – 26, 2012

Cancun, Mexico (September, 2011) — Oasis Hotels & Resorts is bringing back the Cancun International Jazz Festival, it was announced today by Paco Carrera, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Oasis Hotels & Resorts. Entitled the “Oasis Jazz U Festival,” the event will take place at the Grand Oasis Cancun, the all-inclusive entertainment resort, [...]

September 7, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

Mexican Tourism Secretary Reassures US Travelers about Safety in Mexico

MEXICO CITY, Mexico – In a recent interview, Secretary of Tourism Gloria Guevara Manzo vouched for the safety of tourist destinations in Mexico, and encouraged visitors from the United States to enjoy the best of what Mexico has to offer.

September 1, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

2012 The Year of the Maya – Doomsday Or A New Day? Plan Early

MERIDA, Mexico – Will December 21, 2012 fulfill the ancient Mayan prophecy as the end of the world or will it be the beginning of a new era of enlightenment? Banking on the latter, Mexico’s President Felipe Calderon has designated 2012 The Year of the Maya. This year-long festival of special events celebrates all things [...]

September 1, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

Mazatlán Named Host of Mexico’s 2011 World Tourism Day Celebrations in September 2011

MAZATLÁN, Mexico (August, 2011) – The Pacific Coast City of Mazatlán has been designated as national host of Mexico’s 2011 World Tourism Day celebrations, taking place Sept. 27. Mazatlán’s festivites join global tributes to this annual event of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). With flourishing arts and deeply historic roots, this authentic travel destination promises [...]

August 31, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

Mazatlán Sets Stage for 2011 Gran Fiesta Amigos, Oct. 31 – Nov. 3, 2011

MAZATLÁN, Mexico (August, 2011) – The Pacific Coast city of Mazatlán kicks off the Fall travel season in grand style with its 2011 Gran Fiesta Amigos celebration, taking place Oct. 31 – Nov. 3. With festive music, cultural events and delicious cuisine, this “Big Festival of Friends” promises a vibrant welcome for honored travel partners – [...]

August 11, 2011   Posted in: Mexico

La Quinta Inns & Suites Soars with New Aeromexico Partnership

DALLAS and MEXICO CITY – La Quinta Inns & Suites announces the launch of a new partnership with Aeromexico’s Club Premier giving members of La Quinta Returns more travel alternatives and award redemption options. As part of the new partnership, guests who are enrolled in La Quinta Returns and Aeromexico’s Club Premier can elect to [...]

August 10, 2011   Posted in: Airlines & Railways, Mexico

Mexico City is a Touch Away with New Travel App

MEXICO CITY, Mexico – One of the world’s largest metropolitan spaces is now easier to maneuver with the launch of the StyleMap Mexico City application, now available to download for free at the iTunes store. The newly released app invites travelers to get a feel for Mexico City before boarding the plane and be fully [...]

July 29, 2011   Posted in: Mexico