If you’re not familiar with Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, you’re not alone. This coastal region, located just north of Puerto Vallarta in the state of Nayarit, is a relatively new destination for mainstream travelers.
Riviera Nayarit is made up of a series of quiet villages, including Nuevo Vallarta, the former fishing village of Punta Mita, and the rustic northern town of San Blas.
For years, this area was a well-kept secret among avid surfers, far off tourist and celebrity radars with none of the glitz, glamour or crowds of Puerto Vallarta.
The opening of luxury hotels such as the Four Seasons and St. Regis in Punta Mita, golf resorts and marinas, and the proliferation of second-home buyers has led to the steady growth of travel-friendly amenities. But while locals are proud of the recent development, they maintain that region has not lost its original essence.
Read on to find out some local favorites in Riviera Nayarit…
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