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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the perfect opportunity to plan your upcoming luxury vacations to Mexico’s most spectacular destinations with Velas Resorts. This annual event offers unique discounts and promotions for traveling to Los Cabos, Vallarta-Nayarit, or Riviera Maya. This time, it will take place from November 24th to 27th!

Day of the Dead in Mexico is a deeply rooted celebration within the country’s culture and identity. In this colorful tradition, observed on November 1st and 2nd, we honor and remember our dearly departed loved ones. During these days, Mexicans create altars adorned with offerings of food, beverages, and personal items of the deceased, crafting a beautiful tribute that includes the famous sugar skulls and colorful skeletons known as Catrinas. Alongside the altars, streets come alive with parades, music, and dancing, while cemeteries are aglow with candles and cempasúchil flowers.

From personalized welcome cocktails to wellness workshops, immersive activities, and luxurious amenities, your dream wedding awaits at these...

Planning a wedding is undoubtedly one of the most exciting times in a person's life. However, it's important to acknowledge that it can also be quite stressful, not just for the bride and groom but also for the bridesmaids who play a crucial role in making the big day special.

Mexico is renowned for its abundant customs and distinctive festivities that mirror its profound link to its history and culture. Among these celebrations, one particularly remarkable event shines: the portrayal of the catrinas. These sophisticated skeletal forms, adorned in chic ensembles and elaborate headwear, have emerged as a significant symbol of Mexico’s Day of the Dead festival.

The magical moment has finally arrived, you're about to tie the knot with the love of your life! And as you embark on this beautiful journey, one of the most joyous tasks is welcoming your wedding guests with warmth and appreciation.

In Mexico, the celebration of Independence Day is a grand event filled with colors, flavors, traditions, and rich history. It is always an honor to share a piece of this festivity with locals and foreigners alike, so Velas Resorts has already started preparing for the weekend of September 16th. So, let’s glimpse the experiences you can enjoy if you visit some of the destinations where the resorts are located. Shall we begin the journey?

As the stars twinkle in the night sky, and the excitement of your wedding day looms near, the night before your big day presents a unique opportunity to prepare your mind, body, and soul for the journey ahead.

In this article, we'll explore 8 cute and fun ideas to help you plan a memorable vow renewal ceremony that reflects your unique journey as a couple.

While planning the perfect wedding can be exciting, it often poses a challenge when it comes to accommodating children. However, with a little creativity and careful planning, you can make your wedding day an enjoyable experience for everyone, including the little ones.

Your wedding day is a magical occasion filled with love, joy, and the promise of a beautiful future together. As you plan every aspect of your special day, why not extend your love for the planet by incorporating eco-friendly wedding favors? These unique and sustainable tokens of appreciation not only demonstrate your commitment to the environment but also leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Planning a destination wedding can indeed be overwhelming, particularly regarding budgeting. It is crucial to develop an appropriate budget since wedding costs can escalate rapidly.

Enjoying gourmet gastronomy during your summer vacation is a wonderful way to explore the world. To do so, we recommend you take a culinary tour where your senses will be seduced by the authentic flavors of renowned chefs while discovering cuisines from different countries.

The cactus is beloved by many Mexicans as it makes an ideal decoration for every corner of your home, whether it’s in the garden or kitchen. This low-maintenance plant can survive without water and is an excellent air-purifying houseplant, providing essential nutrients that can improve your health.

Spending a special moment with the people you love strengthens emotions and develops a special connection by sharing time, fun, and great motivation. For this reason, we share some ideas for you to enjoy Valentine’s Day as never before.

The apparently simple preparation of this dish —consisting of a portion of maize dough mixed with other ingredients such as iguana, shrimp, beans or fish, and later wrapped in a corn or banana leaf, and steamed—, required the development of instruments such as stone scrapers to remove corn kernels; pichanchas or clay pots with perforations to rinse the nixtamal; to grind the grain, metates; and to cook the dough, pots that resisted the heat, and lids.

There's a place where we find a paradise facing the sea: Táu Beach Club. The adults-only beach club that has everything you need to enjoy.

Each country has its special pizza, and Mexico is no exception. We always look for any dish with the spice or flavor of our gastronomy.

The Malecon of Puerto Vallarta is an emblematic place in the downtown, it is considered by many to be the heart of this beautiful city.