This summer, Velas Resorts in Mexico invites travelers to explore a series of new experiences across its properties in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Riviera Maya, and Los Cabos. Activities are designed to engage guests of every age from babies to grandparents in meaningful ways while also showcasing Mexican culture. From oceanfront picnics, traditional jicaletas popsicle making, and Mermaid-theme birthday parties, to folkloric dance, a Mexican Sauvignon Blanc and Ceviche pairing, and calaveras (skull) painting, each resort offers unique experiences to ensure a memorable getaway. The daily activity program, included in the nightly rate, complements the hotels’ kids and teens clubs, gourmet dining offerings for all ages, and spacious suites available at the resorts in Mexico’s top beach destinations.
Velas Vallarta (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico)
Guests can dive into a variety of edutainment experiences from smoothie making classes to salsa while a highlight of the arts and crafts offerings is calaveras (skull) painting. Deep rooted in Mexican Indigenous culture, a calavera reflects the sweetness of life and honors the memories of ancestry. To unwind, relax and recharge guests can experience a new sound healing on the resort’s jetty that juts into the Banderas Bay. In addition, the Kids’ Club offers a fun jicaletas making class—a refreshing popsicle style treat made from a Mexican turnip popular in traditional Mexican street food culture.
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit (Riviera Nayarit, Mexico)
Summerland offers everything from ziplining and rock wall climbing to bungee trampolines and water slides. Activities including foam parties, archery sessions, and character picnics are designed to encourage exploration, adventure, joy, and curiosity. Beyond Summerland, the kids’ club and the resort’s daily activity program can entertain guests with eco tours, sandcastle workshops, karaoke nights, nightly shows, live music, and movies on the beach for the whole family. For adults seeking a journey of mindfulness, the Unplugged Adventure includes a private sunrise mindfulness session on the resort’s pristine beach followed by a personalized hiking excursion with a local naturalist. A new resort highlight for all guests, the poolside fruit cart and salt bar offers a healthy snack deeply rooted in Mexico’s culinary heritage.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Playa del Carmen, Mexico)
Adventure and excitement returns with trampolines, ziplining, mini golf, eco tours, rock wall climbing, and a variety of other outdoor events. As the sun sets, the magic continues with family evenings on the beach from shows of traditional Mexican dance to captivating fire spinning. This summer, the resort will also debut new Kids’ and Teens Clubs featuring an enchanting forest theme that will bring imagination to life for the resorts’ young guests. Designed with a jungle feel to mimic the Mayan jungle that surrounds the resort, the space includes reading nooks, light-up floor, interactive play areas, cozy child-sized furniture and regular visits from the resort’s monkey mascot Pancho. To further elevate the experience for young guests, the addition of a Kids Spa offers soothing, age-appropriate treatments like the Sweet Dreams Shiatsu Chair Massage and Princess Polish. Another unique and enriching experience available at Grand Velas Riviera Maya is their educational and immersive workshops that teaches guests all about the vital role of the region’s Melipona bees. From honey tastings to a visit to the onsite hives, this eco-conscious experience offers a sweet activity to connect with nature and celebrate the resort’s sustainable practices.
Grand Velas Los Cabos (Los Cabos, Mexico)
From poolside laughs at a Mermaid Birthday Party to family movie nights under the stars, every activity is crafted to create unforgettable family memories at Grand Velas Los Cabos. Among other highlights are Family Floatie Race, Family Water Polo, evening S’mores, and “Sing & Shine” Family Karaoke Night. Also new this year are a Family Art Workshop in the Azul garden, Mocktails with Colors class, and an exciting Treasure Hunt adventure filled with clues and surprises for the whole family. Fourth of July is over the top with a packed day of themed games, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities complemented by gourmet all-American fare and festive summer drinks. As the evening unwinds, guests can enjoy live music at Del Mar Terrace with a dazzling firework show to paint the Cabo sky, a perfect way to blend American traditions with unforgettable family memories.
Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos (Los Cabos, Mexico)
The all-inclusive, adults-only boutique hotel invites guests to indulge in the summer season with a curated lineup of new activities. Now available, guests can enjoy a new ceviche and Sauvignon Blanc tasting that pairs wine from different regions of Mexico with the local seafood. A “Sea, Sun & Serenity” poolside couples activity includes a 15-minute reflexology session for feet, hands, and neck; hydrating mask; refreshing detox waters, and three-course lunch featuring superfoods and sustainably sourced proteins. Guests can also opt for a “Private Breakfast in Paradise” for two served on a floating tray in the comfort of their own private plunge pool.
Mar Del Cabo (Los Cabos, Mexico)
The adults-only and pet-friendly boutique hotel Mar Del Cabo by Velas Resorts invites guests to elevate their pet-friendly summer escape with the new VIP ‘Very Important Pets’ Experience. Available for small to medium-sized pets and their owners, this exclusive experience allows guests to indulge in personalized activities from gourmet pet meals to walks on the breathtaking beaches of Los Cabos. Mar Del Cabo also offers additional experiences crafted to delight guests and make their summer getaway memorable from oceanfront s’mores and churros, mixology classes, craft beer tastings and tequila tastings, to hands-on cooking class that reveals the finest secrets of Mexican cuisine. A tacos and mezcalita tasting at the hotel’s Encanto restaurant offers a flavorful journey through regional pairings. Additionally, guests can request the Mexican Wake Up Call, a culinary experience that brings the essence of traditional Mexican breakfast directly to guests’ private suites with a basket of freshly baked sourdough conchas, homemade fruit jam, and olla coffee prepared in a traditional clay pot with freshly ground beans, cinnamon, piloncillo, and spices.
Casa Velas (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico)
Known for its ambiance, lush tropical gardens, gourmet dining and private beach club, Casa Velas offers the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for adults only. This summer, guests receive a complimentary round of golf at Marina Vallarta or Vista Vallarta Golf Club, an upgrade to the next room category, and 25% off round-trip airport transfers. Guests can enhance their stay with curated activities such as hands-on cooking and mixology classes led by expert chefs and mixologists. For a more serene experience, tranquil yoga sessions offer an opportunity to reconnect with the mind and body surrounded by nature. Additionally, guests can unleash their creativity with an exclusive wine and painting class set against the beautiful backdrop of Puerto Vallarta.
