Punta Mita Luxury

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pmrnFormerly a sacred meeting place for ethnic, exclusive Punta Mita is destined to be the leading luxury enclave in Mexico. Turning The Cross Huanacaxtle (fishing village with a pier and beautiful beaches) and the beach Destiladeras, is not very visible entrance to the development of Punta Mita, which is a rugged terrain that just sits in the sea at the northern tip of Bay. Punta Mita spans the Pacific Ocean and Banderas Bay, with beautiful coves and beaches along the Pacific (unfortunately now closed to the public). For now, Punta Mita is the exclusive home of the development of the same name; condominiums, resorts and golf courses are springing up along one of the most beautiful coastal regions of Mexico.

Access to the development is restricted to golfers, with departure time, in one of two courses designed by Jack Nicklaus for guests of the Four Seasons Punta Mita. The Four Seasons Golf Course and Punta Mita resort were recently recognized by the Mexican government with the Tourist Environmental Quality Award, which recognizes companies that fully comply with the environmental laws of Mexico meet to promote ecologically sustainable development.

The St. Regis Punta Mita opened in 2008. 120 guestrooms and suites are exquisitely decorated with captivating sea or garden views, offer a touch of rustic province combined with Mexican art and furniture designed by hand. Isolated on nine acres of greenery in a quiet isthmus with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort offers all the luxuries of a private, intimate hideaway.

Passing the entrance to the development of Punta Mita, you will reach the village of the same name, which survives through its fleet of fishing pangas leave Banderas Bay. A condominium development on a hill is in sight of the port covered with beautiful beaches that stretch south. Several restaurants next to the beach and covered by palm trees cover the main creek (including the splendid Hotel Five) and weekends are an influx of Mexican tourists.

Riviera Nayarit: and your surfboard?

One of the most popular surfing events on the Riviera Nayarit in Sayulita takes place during the month of March, where surfers from around the world arrive to the Pacific coast in search of the best waves. For those wishing to venture into the surf during the holidays, there are several places that teach master the waves on short or long and standing tables. In parallel extreme for experienced surfers is organized.

Some of the famous spots for surfing in the Riviera Nayarit are The Cove & The Lighthouse and the Anclote in Punta Mita; La Lancha and Punta Burros south of Anclote; Sayulita, north of El Anclote; The Veneros (or Dinosaur), The Pools, Beaches, among others. In San Francisco, the waves can be strong, so caution is advised when practicing water sports. Other places where you can use your table are La Caleta, which can be reached by boat from Chacala; Matanchén Bay, famous for its long and moderate waves; Rocks, north of the bay; and Lolas, north of San Blas.

Seated around an arc of golden sand with a gentle surf break, Sayulita radiates the simple pleasures of the Mexican coast. Here are two small bays, divided by a rocky outcrop with good conditions for surfing. The houses on the hill dominating the skyline. Surfers, beach, Huichol Indians and a growing number of Americans living and relax under the shade of palm trees. Water lovers can swim in the sea, surfing (one of the best places in Mexico) and return to enjoy the outdoor restaurants, strolling in the square to the sea and explore a growing number of shops and bars; you can even sign up for a surf lesson, right then! Here is limited to hosting some guest houses and rent private homes.