Vallarta is located on Banderas Bay in the state of Jalisco. Puerto Vallarta’s Old Quarter is a typical Mexican town the on coast. The beautiful beaches and mountains make a perfect setting for sports and other recreational activities. Luxury hotels and restaurants, some of the best in México, are found all along the coast, making Vallarta a perfect choice for an incentive trip.

Hotels
The city has a number of hotels including 13 luxury properties, with more than 3,200 rooms, which makes it an excellent choice for incentive groups.

Category	Hotel	N° of Rooms	Telephone
Special	Majahuitas	7	(322) 221-5808
Special	Quinta Real	67	(322) 226-6688
Special	Corona del Mar	28	(322) 222-0018
Grand Tourism	Marriott Casa Magna	433	(322) 226-0000
Grand Tourism	Dreams Puerto Vallarta	337	(322) 221-5000
Grand Tourism	La Jolla de Mismaloya	303	(322) 228-0660
Grand Tourism	Mayan Palace	298	(322) 226-6000
Grand Tourism	Velas Vallarta	360	(322) 221-0091
Grand Tourism	Villa Premiere	83	(322) 226-7000
Grand Tourism	Westin Regina	280	(322) 221-1100
Grand Tourism	Fiesta Americana	291	(322) 224-2010
Grand Tourism	Sheraton Buganvilias	650	(322) 326-0404

Special Venues for Events

• Aquiles Serdán Park, located on the Malecón (promenado)
• Cecati Auditorium, downtown (capacity for 300 people)
• University of Guadalajara Auditorium
  
  

Special Activities for Incentive Groups
Golf
Vallarta offers seven challenging courses in the area:

• Marina Vallarta Country Club
  Joe Finger designed, 18 hole, par 71, championship
  Tel. (322) 221-0073
  
• Vista Vallarta Club 1
  Jack Nicklaus designed, 18 hole, par 72, championship
  Tel. (322) 290-0030
  
• Vista Vallarta Club 2
  Tom Weiskopf designed, 18 hole, par 72, championship
  Tel. (322) 290-0040
  
• Flamingo Golf Club
  Percy Clifford-Bobby Heine designed, 18 hole, par 71
  Tel. (329) 296-6500
  
• Punta Mita Golf Club
  18 hole, championship Jack Nicklaus-designed
  Tel. (329) 29-16000
  
• El Tigre Golf Club
  Von Hagge, Smelek & Baril designed,
  18 hole, par 72, championship
  Tel. (322) 297-0773
  
• Mayan Golf Club
  Jim Lipe designed, 18 hole, par 71
  Tel. (322) 297-1830

Sports
Vallarta offers a full range of water sports including sailing, scuba diving, jet skiing, cruises, fishing, and much more.

Spas
The following hotels have health and beauty spas:

• Quinta Real
  Tel. (322) 226-6688
  
• Presidente InterContinental
  Tel. (322) 228-0191
  
• Sheraton Buganvilias
  Tel. (322) 226-0404
  
• Westin Regina
  Tel. (322) 226-1100
  
• La Jolla de Mismaloya
  Tel. (322) 226-0660
  
• Villa del Palmar
  Tel. (322) 224-8128

Natural and Urban Landscape
Vallarta offers visitors a wide variety of settings. The cobblestone streets of the downtown area are lined with quaint tiled roofs houses, a sharp contrast to the modern Hotel Zone and the Marina, to the north, which are lively centers of activity.

Shopping and Art
Vallarta boasts fine shopping and eclectic treasures. Along its charming cobblestone streets and Malecón (the city’s waterfront walkway) are literally scores of establishments offering everything from designer fashions to casual resort wear, fine silver jewelry, hand-made leather goods, one-of-a-kind embroidered skirts and blouses and colorful souvenir T-shirts. The Rio Cuale Municipal Market in town features an array of local goods and is a great bet for bargains.

Puerto Vallarta’s fine art galleries are internationally acclaimed and present, among others, the work of such renowned local artists as Sergio Bustamante, Manuel Lepe, Ramis Barquet, Javier Niño, Rogelio Diaz and Evelyne Boren. Vallarta is increasingly becoming a center for fine indigenous and native art works, especially those created by the neighboring Huichol Indians. In addition, regular classes are held at various venues in town for those wanting to study painting, sculpture, pottery, beadwork or other artistic endeavors while on vacation.

The Malecón, Vallarta’s beautiful boardwalk in the center of town, features several oversized art sculptures, each created by local artists. The annual art Festival held throughout the month of November, offers free events every day and night and showcases Vallarta’s finest creations.

There are many boutiques in Old Vallarta that carry a wide range of fine handicrafts as well known designer labels. International brands are also available in the shops located in the Hotel Zone.

Nightlife and Shows
You will find an endless offering of afterdark possibilities in Old Vallarta and in the Hotel Zone. These include many restaurants, some of the best in México, as well as the bars and discotheques that line the streets of the city. Restaurant Row is located downtown. Vallarta’s nightlife is very intense and lasts until dawn. Some dining options are:

Restaurants

• Bogart’s
  International
  Tel (322) 222-0411
  
• La Palapa
  International
  Tel (322) 222-5225
  
• Café des Artistes
  French / Mexican
  Tel (322) 222-3228
  
• Los Xitomates
  Mexican
  Tel (322) 222-1694
  
• Porto Bello
  Italian
  Tel (322) 221-0003

Unique Attractions
A great number of boats have been arriving at Marina Vallarta, a stunning spot which is fast becoming the most popular marina on the México’s Pacific coast. It is one of the few spots in the world where boaters can enjoy modern marine facilities a short distance from secluded, tropical beaches, all within a protected bay.

Hiking, Mountain Biking and Jungle Tours:
Energetic visitors can stretch their legs while exploring the lush, tropical terrain of the surrounding Sierra Madre mountains or by signing up for one of the several hour-long guided horseback tours through rural villages and spectacular scenery.

Horseback Riding:
Horse rentals are available at most major hotels from local vendors, and riders can choose from trails around the city or in the mountains.

Other Activities

Tennis:
In addition to the dozens of courts in the resort area, Puerto Vallarta has two exceptional tennis centers: The Canto del Sol Tennis Center and Los Tules Tennis Club.

Water sports:
Blessed with 25 miles of golden beaches and spectacular Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta presents limitless possibilities for enjoying the Pacific. Most hotels can arrange for activities, including water-skiing, wind surfing, deep sea fishing, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, catamaran and yacht excursions and parasailing.