New Manchester Flights Open Up Mexico’s Western Coast

MEXICO’S stunning Pacific Coast is famed for embodying the authentic spirit, vibrancy and diversity of the country. This season, two of the most attractive destinations in the Mexican West Coast, Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, will be within easier reach for UK travellers.

Launching on May 1 2014, new direct weekly flights every Thursday with Thomson from Manchester to Puerto Vallarta International Airport opens up both regions, which stretch across stunning Banderas Bay, home to exotic sealife and endangered species.

From interacting with spinner dolphins to whale-watching (the bay is the birthplace of the Humpback Whale) as well as the signature Olive Ridley marine turtles who can be spotted by the dozen, there are plenty of fascinating sights to be discovered.

Alongside modern resorts with every tourist amenity there is a wealth of picturesque towns maintaining strong local traditions and celebrating distinctive cuisines. Take a trip to the remote mountain villages and discover the simple way of life of the Wixarika Indians who still live according to the ancient pre-Columbian traditions.

For luxury lovers the Riviera Nayarit, stretching along 192 miles of Pacific coast, boasts Mexico’s most exclusive development, Punta Mita, while Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit are known as a golfer’s paradise with nine championship golf courses, including four designed by Jack Nicklaus, complemented by 5 and 4 AAA award resorts and properties.

For more information, visit www.RivieraNayarit.com and www.visitpuertovallarta.com.