Elite Traveler HRS 2019-2020

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DINE Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit offers exquisite dining in beautifully designed spaces, where the flavors of Mexico and global cuisines come to life. The resort has revolutionized the luxury all-inclusive concept, offering fresh, creative meals in five restaurants, as well as premium domestic and imported spirits at all venues throughout the property. Enjoy casual daytime dining at restaurant Azul, with an expansive buffet and panoramic ocean views, and Selva del Mar, serving a wide range of poolside snacks and meals. Dine in a different specialty restaurant every evening, with Frida, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine; Lucca, with Italian and Mediterranean specialties; Piaf, with fine French cuisine, and Sen Lin, serving Asian fusion cuisine. All are AAA Four-Diamond restaurants, and meals are well accompanied by our lists of select wine, spirits and the creations of expert mixologists. EXPLORE The Kids’ Club provides a safe, fun and creative environment for nature encounters, hands-on art workshops and interactive activities such as soccer, treasure hunting and cooking classes. The Teens’ Club is a contemporary space where teens from 13-18 years old can enjoy their own mini vacations, with everything from video games to dance floors, billiards and a bar serving mocktails. There are also family painting workshops, sand castle contests and daily shows for the whole family to enjoy. Step out to the drive-in movie theater under the stars, watch a live dinner show or team up for a ping-pong or volleyball tournament. Learn about the local flora and fauna and the mystical legends of ancient Mexico. Every season is unique, with carefully planned programs of activities.

Sen Lin

AWARDS AND AFFILIATIONS AAA Five Diamond American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts Virtuoso Ensemble Travel Group

Lucca restaurant

Signature Hotels & Resorts Affluent Traveler Collection Forbes Travel Guide Traveller Made Preferred Hotels & Resorts - Legend Hall of Fame by TripAdvisor No 1 Resort in Nuevo Vallarta on TripAdvisor One of the best All-Inclusive Resorts in the World in the 2019 Travellers’ Choice Awards One of the Best Family Vacation Destinations with Activities for All Ages by The Oprah Magazine