Ring in the New Year in Mexico's Pacific Treasure, Riviera Nayarit

There is still time for a last-minute escape to ring in 2021 with all the positive energy and natural beauty that Riviera Nayarit, Mexico’s Pacific Treasure has to offer. From a traditional Huichol shamanic energy cleansing ritual to start the year off fresh to fantastic beachside firework displays that will surely bring back a magical spark into everyone’s lives, Riviera Nayarit is a shoo-in option for travelers seeking a last-minute getaway to celebrate the New Year.

For this holiday last-minute escape, below are some enticing options to consider in Riviera Nayarit:

• Conrad Punta de Mita is one of the destination’s newest resorts located right along the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific on a two-mile long beach. The 324-key resort delivers an inspired beach vacation for those seeking to celebrate this holiday season in paradise. Conrad Punta de Mita’s ‘Hola Holidays’ package is perfect to escape this holiday, offering the 4th night free, a $200 USD resort credit, and early check-in/late check-out. In December the celebrations kick off with a tree lighting ceremony with holiday cookies and Ponche Navideño (Mexican punch) and continues through New Year’s Day with a special afternoon ceremony led by a shaman who will bless and release the resort’s collective New Years Resolution board, for a renewed step into 2021. Among other activity highlights is a traditional Huichol shamanic energy cleansing ritual before a grand Noche Buena (Christmas Eve) dinner, a Santa Claus special appearance and performance, a pre-hispanic Mexican show and unveiling of the New Years Resolution board where guests will be encouraged to attach their resolutions to the board, a local chocolate tasting and tequila pairing experience, a Beach lawn New Year’s Eve party and fireworks, and more. Images here.

• At the  W Punta de Mita,  travelers can ring in the New Year in true W fashion with W Punta de Mita’s ‘New Waves Eve’ celebration, which symbolizes the ups and downs this year has brought inviting guests ‘ride the wave’ into a 2021 filled with positive blessings ahead. With a color scheme inspired by Pantone’s colors of the year - classic blue for 2020 and aqua for 2021 - the event will feature a decadent dinner, a chic dessert bar served inside a Tuk Tuk decked out in authentic Mexican designs, and access to the private NYE beach party equipped with flamethrowers, fireworks, a beachside show and a DJ spinning this year’s hottest beats. W Punta de Mita, a chic beach resort that pays homage to Nayarit’s indigenous influences and bohemian local surf culture, channels tribal-inspired vibes with decor touches that include beds with headboards made of old surfboards, colorful murals made by Mexican graffiti artist Nacho Bernal, and patterns designed to replicate the mosaic artwork traditionally crafted by Huichol artisans. The property is situated on one of the area's best surf breaks, with an incredible onsite surfing program, two oceanfront pools with private cabanas, a 4,500 square foot AWAY spa edged with lush jungle, and an array of dining options including Jean Georges’ renowned Spice Market.

• Enjoying spectacular views of Banderas Bay, the award-winning, all-inclusive Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit will ring in 2021 with a lively gala for its guests. Included in the nightly rate, guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail, live performances and music, dinner, and fireworks with a toast at midnight. The AAA Five Diamond all-inclusive resort presents the very best for its guests, with 267 ocean-view suites, some with private plunge pools, L'Occitane amenities, Nespresso machines and more. Additional amenities for guests’ enjoyment include five restaurants, three of which have received the AAA Four Diamond awards for distinguished cuisine and presentation; the Leading Spa of the World, offering many treatments inspired by the native traditions of Mexico, a fully-equipped fitness center, water sports, Kids Club, and teen lounge during holidays.

Air connectivity from the United States and Canada to Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) flights are at an uptick, with new and more routes most recently announced. American Airlines has a new route from Charlotte to PVR beginning Dec. 17 and an additional route from Los Angeles, as well as daily flights from Dallas/Fort Worth and Phoenix. United Airlines, Delta Airlines and Alaska Airlines also announced new seasonal flight routes. Southwest Airlines resumed flights to PVR on Oct. 8, with a daily flight from Houston and a new daily route from Phoenix. In Canada, Swoop Airlines already began a new seasonal route from Edmonton to PVR twice weekly until April, while WestJet, Swoop, Air Canada, and Air Transat, offer nine weekly flights among them from Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Montreal. For more information visit www.rivieranayarit.com.