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Grand Velas Celebrates Cinco De Mayo

Grand Velas Celebrates Cinco De Mayo

As Cinco de Mayo approaches, there are some exciting festivities happening at Velas Resorts across Mexico. This holiday celebrates the victory of the Mexican army over the French army on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla.

Each of the Velas Resorts are preparing culinary delights, as well as hosting traditional games, wellness opportunities and lively entertainment steeped in Mexican culture and flavor.

Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

 

Grand Velas Riviera Maya:

Land at Cancun International Airport and ride towards Playa Carmen along the Caribbean coast to experience a 5-star resort where the Yucatan jungle meets white sand beaches.
Frida at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

Frida at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

 
Take a culinary journey at Frida Restaurant with a special menu crafted for Cinco de Mayo. Indulge in delectable authentic Mexican dishes such as bean, pipicha, and mole tamale, followed by cheese cream with chili mushroom stew in nogada. For the main course, savor pipian of quelites, deer, and huazontle, before finishing with a mille-feuille made with sweet potato, vanilla cream and walnut ice cream for dessert.
 
SE Spa. Photo Jill Weinlein

SE Spa. Photo Jill Weinlein

 
This all-inclusive resort offers three different experiences that include the family-friendly ocean view Ambassador Suites and relaxing Zen Grand set in the Mayan jungle.
 
Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

 
The adult-only Grand Class provides a quieter and more romantic area of the resort. Each of the 90 Grand Class elegant suites, have their own private terrace with a plunge pool. Soak in the picturesque infinity pool and enjoy gourmet cuisine from renowned chefs in the various restaurants. Bring balance to body and soul with treatments in the holistic SE Spa.
 

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit:

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a refreshing margarita infused with flavors like passion fruit and basil or hibiscus and coconut cream. Guests can also participate in a Mexican fiesta filled with traditional games and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.
 
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

 
Right now the resort is also planning a restorative wellness getaway from June 6 to 9, 2024. Start the morning with a Sunrise yoga or outdoor cycling class. Attend a wellness workshop or sound therapy before or after a iced cold plunge. The resort’s culinary team will be providing healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items.
 
Wellness Week at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Wellness Week at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

 

Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta:

This exclusive boutique retreat along Mexico’s Pacific Riviera, offers Mexico’s rich culinary culture and the natural serenity of Puerto Vallarta. Casa Velas is the region’s top-rated all-inclusive resort for adults only. Stately and regal palm trees create an oasis around an oversized swimming pool and plush cabanas.
 
Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta

Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta

 
Every day offers something new at Casa Velas from cooking classes, tequila tastings, dining experiences, and art workshops are just a few of the included daily activities.
 
Koi ponds sparkle in the afternoon sun and resident peacocks roam the verdant lawn areas. An organic garden supplies the freshest herbs for the resort’s restaurants, bars, and spa. During Cinco de Mayo, Casa Velas is preparing a special “5 de Mayo Margarita” featuring Tequila Blanco, pineapple, and a twist of cardamom.

Velas Vallarta:

Situated on a picturesque sandy beach touching the emerald blue waters of Banderas Bay, Velas Vallarta offers a wide variety of services and comforts. This all-inclusive resort encourages guests to play a round of golf at one of Puerto Vallarta’s best courses.
 
Velas Vallarta

Velas Vallarta

 
Enjoy a gourmet dinner on the oceanfront, as children participate in the engaging Kids’ Club. The staff at all Grand Velas Mexican resorts cater to make sure everyone has fun with enrichment activities, and relaxation opportunities. During Cinco de Mayo there will be an array of traditional snacks and live shows to enrich the guest experience.
 
Velas Vallarta

Velas Vallarta

 
Listen to live mariachis and play games of chance. The bar is preparing a Cinco de Mayo ‘Victory Glass’ drink made with agave honey, radish, limoncello, green chartreuse, and aged tequila. Sip it while participating in a fun painting activity to bring your creative artwork home as a souvenir.
 

Grand Velas Los Cabos:

Guests can indulge in a culinary fiesta at Azul Restaurant, featuring a tacos al pastor station and refreshing natural waters of horchata, chilacayota, and mango. There is also a Mexican candy station and Cantatiros happy hour to celebrate this holiday in a truly festive ambiance.
 
Grand Velas Los Cabos

Grand Velas Los Cabos

 
Grand Velas commitment to Mexican traditions, includes Mole and Ancestral Beverage pairings, and Mezcal and chocolate tasting, and even crickets, ants and worm tasting experiences for its guests at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. These tasting experiences are designed to enhance the palate, while enlightening guests about the diversity of Mexican cuisine.
 
Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Photo Jill Weinlein

 
Beyond Cinco de Mayo, Grand Velas celebrates the historic traditions surrounding Mexico’s origins. Savoring the authentic flavors of Mexico will heighten guests senses at all Grand Velas resorts.

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Jill Weinlein

As a travel journalist for 17 years some of my favorite experiences have been climbing The Great Wall in China, swam with Stingrays in Bora-Bora, explored caves in Belize, followed a pod of Orcas in Alaska, swam in the warm waters of Krabi in Thailand, visited Marco Polo's house in Korcula, Croatia and sailing around Richard Branson's Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands. Read my travel reviews to be inspired to see the world.

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