Grand Velas Resorts Mexico
The Grand Velas portfolio of luxury resorts includes two exclusive resort properties in Mexico. These all-inclusive resorts in Nueva Vallarta and Riviera Maya, Mexico offer premium luxury for leisure and business travelers. Grand Velas resorts are known for world-class services, facilities and amenities of the highest standards.
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Expedia, the biggest online travel company, included Grand Velas Riviera Maya in their select list of the best hotels worldwide. Also included were, Casa Velas and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, of the Velas Resorts Family.
Based on over 500 thousand evaluation questionnaires received each year, Grand Velas Riviera Maya was one of the 500 hotels selected from the 130 thousand properties offered by Expedia throughout the world, and was highlighted for achieving the highest ratings.
“Grand Velas Riviera Maya has been identified by Expedia´s clients as a hotel which constantly offers great quality on their services, an exceptional experience to the guest, and a good price-quality ratio, gaining a place on the Insiders´ Select list as a testimony to their permanent commitment to excellence” highlighted by Gary Fritz and Fonseca Dhiren, from Expedia Partner Services Group.
Expedia´s Insiders Select is an annual prize which recognizes the best hotels available in the global market, judging from the experiences of Expedia´s clients.
“To provide our guests with superior service is a priority at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. We are pleased that our efforts have been recognized by Expedia´s travelers, and we expect to extend this high level of service to more clients”, said Fernando García Rossette, General Manager.
This exclusive list shows the great selection available for travel destinations and hotel establishments, and offers travelers a powerful tool to find the perfect hotel for their stay. As part of this elite group of hotels, Expedia will issue a plaque to Grand Velas, accrediting it as a member of such exclusive list of properties throughout the world.
About Expedia:
Expedia, the biggest online travel company, included it amongst the resorts that offer the best quality in their services, as well as an exceptional guest experience, from over 130 thousand properties evaluated throughout the world, via their Insider´s Select publication.
Rounds at Championship Courses, Green Fees, Partner Finder Program, Weekly Tournaments & More
Now Included in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Riviera Maya
Puerto Vallarta (April 11, 2011) – Dads can perfect their drives this Father’s Day and beyond with Golf Getaway Packages that include multiple rounds at championship golf courses, green fees, a partner finder program, organized weekly tournaments, suite upgrades and more at the “Beyond All Inclusive, Beyond All Compare” Velas Resorts in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya and Riviera Nayarit. Dads can opt to hit the greens at several different 18 hole courses including Marina Vallarta or Vista Vallarta Golf Clubs in Puerto Vallarta and Playa Paraiso Golf Club in Riviera Maya. Luxury suite accommodations, VIP airport/hotel transfers, spa treatments, international premium brands, room upgrades, a la carte gourmet meals at a choice of specialty restaurants, 24 hr in-suite service, minibar, fitness center, taxes and gratuities, and more are also included. Rates for the three-night minimum packages start at $225 (Velas Vallarta), $260 (Casa Velas), $346 (Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit) and $623 (Grand Velas Riviera Maya). All rates are per person, per night, based on double occupancy. Package offerings and minimum night-stay requirements vary by resort. The Golf Getaway Packages are valid now through December 18th. For more information and reservations, please call Velas Resorts at 1-888-323-2776 in the U.S. or Canada or visit www.velasresorts.com
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By Julieta Del Toro
Reaffirming its commitment to consistently offer service that exceeds expectations, Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, Velas Vallarta and Casa Velas have received the distinction of “Excellence in Service 2011” from RCI.
This prestigious recognition is awarded based on comments from members who exchange opinions about the hospitality and quality of service found in resorts around the world throughout the year.
RCI Excellence in Service is an important achievement to add to the list of prestigious awards that place Velas Resorts in the preference of the most sophisticated travelers; a goal reached by striving to exceed expectations and offering only the best.
Book by Dec. 31 & Receive 2 for 1 Kids Special at Luxury All-Inclusive Velas Resorts
Pay For One Child’s All-Inclusive Stay and Get Second Child Free in 2011
Puerto Vallarta (December 3, 2010) – This Holiday season, give your family the gift of an incredible luxury vacation with Velas Resorts’ 2 for 1 Kids Special. Pay for one child and receive a complimentary stay for a second child when booking by December 31st at three beachfront Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta.
Overlooking the Caribbean Sea and equipped with two state of the art Kids’ Clubs, Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers a large selection of family-friendly activities ranging from exploring Yucatan jungles and visiting Mayan ruins to scuba diving and snorkeling. Families will also enjoy the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit and Velas Vallarta, both located on the Banderas Bay, that offer easy access to numerous eco-tours, whale watching, swimming with dolphins, surfing, kayaking and more. At all of the resort Kids’ Clubs, children can take part in cooking classes, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and pool games, as well as many eco-friendly initiatives.
Velas Resorts’ all-inclusive rates include luxury suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, nightly entertainment and more. The 2 for 1 Kids Special applies to bookings made now through December 31, 2010. The promotion at Velas Vallarta and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is valid for travel for all of 2011; and from January 1 to March 31 at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. For reservations, please call 1-866-495-9902 or visit http://www.grandvelas.com/
by Julieta Del Toro
Daniel Garcia Gamez, chef of restaurant Frida at Grand Velas Riviera Maya, has been selected as a finalist (6th of 36 finalists from a list of 609 participating chefs) for the grand final round of the Golden Chef Mexico Challenge, set to take place from the 9th to 12th of December in the beautiful city of Zacatecas.
As part of the prizes to be awarded, Daniel Garcia’s recipe will be included in a commemorative book about the event titled The 100 best chefs in Mexico on the Bicentennial, which will be composed of the most exquisite recipes by the biggest names in Mexican cuisine.
The Golden Chef hopes to promote knowledge of the complexity and richness of food inspired by the smells, flavors and textures of the diverse ingredients that form part of Mexico’s identity.
Congratulations Chef Garcia and good luck in the finals!
Jury @ Golden Chef
By Julieta Del Toro
Velas Resorts invites you to enjoy a spectacular vacation with your family! Imagine starting 2011 in a beach paradise, celebrating with your loved ones in the blue Pacific waters of Velas Vallarta, on the tranquil Bay of Banderas beach of Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit or the turquoise Mexican Caribbean of Grand Velas Riviera Maya.
Experience an enchanting getaway full of magical moments that will forever remain in your memory. Celebrate in an environment that has everything for your family. While your little ones have a blast participating in fabulous Kids’ Club activities, you can enjoy the sun, sea and beautiful pools. We also have delicious spa treatments for your children, making them feel like super heroes and princesses as you relax with massages and therapies that will seduce your senses. Enjoy gourmet dining as a family or have a night to yourselves in one of our world-class restaurants.
For a limited time take advantage of our special 2 x 1 Kids Promotion. Pay for one of your children’s stay and receive another child’s stay free. Reserve until the 31st of December for your 2011 vacation.
To reserve, call toll free from the USA and Canada: 1 866 495 9902 | From Mexico: 01 800 831 1162 or email contactcentergv@velashotels.com. Visit www.velasresorts.com for more information about the resorts.
Offer valid only for new reservations made between today and December 31st, 2010. Valid for travel to Velas Vallarta and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit for all of 2011. Valid for travel to Grand Velas Riviera Maya from January 1st to March 30th, 2011. Subject to availability.
by Julieta Del Toro
This month, Travel & Leisure magazine published its much-awaited list of the 23 best restaurants in Mexico. Among those featured was Cocina de Autor, the Grand Velas Riviera Maya restaurant by renowned chefs Mikel Alonso and Bruno Oteiza, who delight with their Basque-Mexican cuisine: an original form of blending classic flavors of the peninsula with traditional regional cuisine.
The list was based on the reviews of the magazine’s experts in the culinary arts, who not only took into account the flavor of each dish, but put quality, ambiance and excellent service to the test.
Congratulations to Cocina de Autor and Grand Velas Riviera Maya on this important recognition!
New Facebook Contest: Name Resort’s Kids’ Club for Free All-Inclusive Vacation
Winner Receives All-Inclusive Vacation for Four to AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico (November 15, 2010) – Now through December 15th, Grand Velas Riviera Maya invites families to put their creativity to the test by inventing a name for the resort’s Kids’ Club. At stake is the chance to win a two-night all-inclusive vacation for two adults and two children in one of the AAA Five Diamond resort’s 1,184 sq. ft. Master Suites, surro unded by lush Riviera Maya jungle vegetation. The prize also includes dining at a choice of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hr in-suite service, access to the resort’s fitness center, activities for adults and kids, and roundtrip airport transfers.
For children four to 12 years old, Grand Velas Riviera Maya’s Kids’ Club offers numerous fun activities daily, such as storytelling, eco-art, origami, and board games, as well as instruction on how to make piñatas, kites, jewelry, and more. Lottery, Bingo games and video game tournaments are also organized in the two spacious kids’ rooms in the Ambassador and Master ambiences, complete with bean bags, interactive screens and a large plasma screen. A mini-soccer field is also available for children.
To participate in
the contest, applicants must be fans of Grand Velas Riviera Maya’s facebook page and post their proposal for the Kids’ Club name. Entries and votes will be accepted from now until December 15, 2010. The winner will be determined by popular vote of Fans and announced on December 17, 2010. The complimentary 3 day/ 2 night all-inclusive vacation is valid for travel between May 1 and December 19, 2011. Tax and gratuities are additional, and some restrictions may apply. For more information and reservations, please call 1-866-230-7221 or visit www.rivieramaya.grandvelas.com .
About Grand Velas Riviera Maya:
The AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya, an all-suites and spa resort located five minutes from Playa del Carmen, is the latest and most sophisticated iteration of the ultra-luxury, all-inclusive resort experience. This Leading Hotels of the World designated resort is the preeminent one of its class boasting 491 suites, each more than 1,000 square-feet, in three separate ambiances– adult-only ocean-front and ocean-view Ambassador Grand Class Suites, family-friendly Ambassador Suites and Master Suites embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula’s jungle. The resort presents a gastronomic tour of the Yucatan, Europe and Asia offering seven restaurants with world-class chefs from France, Spain and Mexico; dedicated butler service for each guest, and the region’s largest spa sanctuary at over 89,000 square-feet specializing in signature treatments inspired by ancient cultures from around the world. The spa recently won Virtuoso’s “Best Spa” in the world and a SpaFinder Readers’ Choice Award. The resort was designed by lauded Mexican architecture firm Elias and Elias and features the sleek and modish interiors that fuse the serenity of the Caribbean with the vibrancy of Yucatan cultures.
A new solar heating system for the Spa at Gran Velas Riviera Maya | A journey towards reaching guests’ unparallel Spa experience and sustainable tourism.
We have wonderful news to share. For the second time, Velas Resorts’ Double Upgrade Kids Stay Free promotion appeared in The New York Times in a “Heading South for Hot Deal” story that appeared online and in the print edition of last Sunday.
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