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Puerto Vallarta...Nestled
on the shores of Bahia de Banderas (Mexico's largest natural
bay), Vallarta is a bustling town that attracts nearly 2
million annual visitors. The city is graced with lovely
architecture, cobblestone streets, and white stucco
buildings, crowned by flower-covered balconies and red tile
roofs.
The area touts over 16,000 units of lodging. It offers
exclusive private villa hide-away, grand-class resorts and
bargain, beachfront inns. Lodging is concentrated in one of
five "zones." Depending on where you decide to stay, you can
be in the heart of the action or tucked away in a remote
tropical villa.
First is the marina and deluxe complex at Nuevo Vallarta, a
enclave of resorts and condos north of the airport. Second
is the swanky Marina Vallarta development, some 440 acres of
deluxe hotels and other amenities just south of the airport.
Third is the well-developed hotel zone between the marina
and downtown. Fourth is the charming downtown area, close to
shopping, dining, and nightlife. Finally comes the lush and
secluded region south of town, eventually leading to Playa
Mismaloya.
Every imaginable water-sport is available along Vallarta's
miles of sandy shore. Its dining and nightlife are
excellent. Shopping is Mexico's finest, thanks to Mexican
and international artists that make Vallarta their home.
There are also some great day trips, either by boat or on
land.
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