Puerto Vallarta Mexico is the capital of Veracruz state

Opened on April 1, 2001, the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is located on the property's highest elevation, offering breathtaking views of Puerto Vallarta, the Marina and the Banderas Bay, arguably the best shelter marina in Mexico. Grassy hillsides, dense forest of palm, giant trees and natural creeks provide the setting for this world-class course.

Puerto Vallarta's pride in its traditions is cause for colorful celebrations, processions and parades throughout the year. During the procession of the Virgin in December, and the cultural festivals of May and November, the streets are filled with music, dancing, and theater performances. Mariachi and Tequila flow in abundance amid a backdrop of traditionally dressed rodeo cowboys and elaborately woven Huichol art.

In this mixture of this tradition and international flair you can visit the legendary Los Arcos Amphitheater and Los Arcos National Marine Park, listen to world-class symphonies, dine with chefs from around the globe, and find art galleries to peruse.

Puerto Vallarta is synonymous with fun! Visitors can choose from an abundance of activities, from excursions to secluded beaches, scuba diving expeditions and hiking, biking, eco-tours, swimming with dolphins, whale watching and 4-wheeling. If swimming in Banderas bay is not challenging enough, how about a parachute ride over it? Whatever you need to get your adrenaline pumping, you’ll find it in Puerto Vallarta.

With over three million visitors each year, Puerto Vallarta has long been the gem of the Mexican Pacific resort coastline. It's legendary beauty, grand sunsets, spectacular Banderas Bay, views of the Pacific Ocean, regal Sierra Madre mountain ranges, friendly people, water sports, ecological treasures, art history, culture, gourmet cuisine, and now world-class golf have made this lush tropical location Mexico's destination of choice for vacationers from around the world.



Championship Golf

Vista Vallarta hosted the 2002 World Golf Championships EMC World Cup in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Spread across 478 acres, the Vista Vallarta Club de Golf encompasses two 18-hole, Par-72 championship golf courses. The first is a Signature Golf Course Design by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, and the neighboring course is a Signature Course Design by golf great Tom Weiskopf.

In Puerto Vallarta spend the day shopping at the boutiques and the nights dancing to the rhythms of Mariachi and hot Latin beats. In this exotic vacation spot you can always find something entertaining to fit your mood. Whether it's mud baths, spa wraps, followed by beachside dining, or browsing the art galleries and catching the latest flick, Puerto Vallarta has just what you need to make your vacation ideal.

Puerto Vallarta is perfect for a family getaway. Horse trekking, whale watching, or visiting the crocodiles at the reptilarium. Entertainment is guaranteed for the entire family. Try a canopy tour with the kids, where they can swing through the trees, Tarzan style. Catch a soccer game at the International Sports classic and feel a true sense of Puerto Vallarta's pride. Spend the day building sandcastles at the popular Los Muertos Beach, and the night at a Mexican fiesta to experience the food, music, dancing, and customs of this rich culture.

Puerto Vallarta's Tourism Board announces a full schedule of special events, celebrations and festivals this fall. From art to gastronomy, golf to sailfish, Puerto Vallarta has a special event for every traveler. Schedule your vacation around one of these international festivals and be there as the world comes to Puerto Vallarta.

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Puerto Vallarta's pride in its traditions is cause for colorful celebrations, processions and parades throughout the year. During the procession of the Virgin in December, and the cultural festivals of May and November, the streets are filled with music, dancing, and theater performances. Mariachi and Tequila flow in abundance amid a backdrop of traditionally dressed rodeo cowboys and elaborately woven Huichol art.



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