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The Vallarta Lifestyles editorial team presents these culinary options, perfect for diners looking for delighting their demanding palates. 

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Puerto Vallarta Restaurants

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Cha'

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/chacocinalibre/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cha’</a> 
Hamburgo 148-A · Versalles
Primarily focused on serve breakfast and brunch, the name of this charming restaurant derives from the abbreviation of the Mayan word Cha’ak’ab, which means freedom, release and detachment. Wood and nature elements, as well as an elegant white decoration provide warmth and relaxation to its diners.

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D'Cortés

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/DCortesPV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">D’Cortés</a> 
Vía Láctea 222 · El Caloso
This organic-visual style restaurant takes its diners to live a sensitive gastronomic experience. Its signature cuisine is inspired by the sea and offers a fusion of flavors and textures taken to another level. With an intimate decoration, you can taste avant-garde cuisine specialties in this place, as well as signature mixology and decadent desserts.

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La Cigale French Bistro

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/lacigalebistromex" target="_blank" rel="noopener">La Cigale French Bistro</a> 
Hidalgo 398 · El Centro
This quaint restaurant transports diners into a French atmosphere that is intensified by the classical flavors of its culinary specialties. The checkered floor, as well as the European-style furniture will be just a plus to enjoy an evening with great elegance, but within a calm and relaxed place.

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La Tienda Grande

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/LaTiendaGrandepv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">La Tienda Grande</a> 
Hidalgo 172-A · Ixtapa Centro
This restaurant specializes in offering creative Mexican cuisine, where the flavors and aromas are mixed with a decoration that stands out for the small details recalling the ancient Mexico. Here you can enjoy the most traditional flavors of Mexican and local food, but taken to a level where foodies can seduce their demanding palates.

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Mar y Vino

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MaryVinoPV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mar y Vino 
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This new concept redefines what a rooftop restaurant bar is. It is a unique sensory experience, in which diners will relax on an impressive terrace overlooking the sea, while dipping their feet in a large pool where the tables are located. Here you can taste exquisite specialties prepared with ingredients from the region, accompanied by artisan cocktails.

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The Vallarta Lifestyles editorial team has selected these outstanding chic terraces to enjoy the summer in Riviera Nayarit.

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Chic Terraces in Riviera Nayarit

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Mar al Cielo Eco-Retreat

Mar al Cielo Eco-Retreat
Ideal for those who dream of enjoying a lovely vacation set, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MaralCielo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mar al Cielo Eco-Retreat</a> was built in total harmony with nature. This space revolves around relaxation and its terrace catches some of the most beautiful sunsets in Lo de Marcos, where this impressive resort is located.

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Maraica San Pancho Eco Hotel

Maraica San Pancho Eco Hotel
With a concept where nature remains as its main amenity, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Maraica.SanPancho" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maraica San Pancho Eco Hotel</a> is pet friendly. It is an excellent place to disconnect from the world and totally rest. The view from the terrace is truly wonderful and the saltwater pool stands out for the jungle it preserves.

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Sayulinda Hotel

Sayulinda Hotel
A laid-back surfer vibe stands out in <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sayulindahotel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sayulinda Hotel</a>, one of Sayulita’s trendiest places to enjoy the summer in Riviera Nayarit. The Del Patrón bar and its infinity pool are the perfect places to relax after a busy day exploring this Pueblo Mágico and/or to enjoy the extensive list of innovative cocktails and unique mixes prepared in house.

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Xiobella Luxury Hotel Boutique
Located on Careyeros Beach in Punta de Mita, this all-inclusive luxury boutique hotel is for adults only. From the magnificent infinity pool or from the restaurant with international cuisine located on the upper terrace, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/xiobellaluxuryhotel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Xiobella Luxury Hotel Boutique</a> offers one of the most beautiful views towards the Mexican Pacific.

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Riviera Nayarit offers beautiful beaches, charming surf towns, gourmet offers and different places for every kind of adventure imaginable.

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Riviera Nayarit

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Tail of the Whale

Tail of the Whale
For golf enthusiasts, the Pacífico golf course in Punta Mita offers one of the top 10 par 3 golf holes. This hole is known as the “Tail of the Whale” and is one of “the best par 3 hole” that Jack Nicklaus designed.

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Coral Island

Coral Island
Located off the Pacific coast of Mexico, just int front of Rincón de Guayabitos town, the Isla del Coral is a natural aquarium where visitors will find crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling.

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La Tovara

La Tovara
La Tovara National Park in San Blas, Nayarit, is one of the Riviera Nayarit’s most spectacular natural wonders. Guests will find springs, crocodiles, mangroves and much more as they explore this natural gem.

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Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz

Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz
Conveniently located on the coast of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle town, the Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz is one of the largest marinas in Latin America and is surrounded by a variety of restaurants. The popular La Cruz Market takes place every Sunday from November to April of each year.

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Hidden Beach

Hidden Beach
Visitors can head to the Hidden Beach, a secret place located within the stunning Marietas Island. This spot is only accessible by boat and the easiest way to get there is taking a tour departing from Punta de Mita town.

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La Lancha

La Lancha Beach
Located just a short distance of Punta de Mita town, La Lancha Beach is a true paradise for surf fans. It offers visitors ideal waves and all the conditions for surfing, boogie boarding and/or skimboarding, among other aquatic sports.

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5 Traditional Vallarta · Nayarit Snacks

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Shrimp Sticks

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Mango on a Stick and Tropical Fruits

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Ceviche Tostadas

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Tuba

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Fresh Coconuts

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Whether you are planning a visit to our destination or are already in Vallarta · Nayarit, we recommend you to enjoy these 6 things during your stay. 

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Things to Do in Vallarta · Nayarit

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Los Muertos Pier

Visit Los Muertos Pier during the night.

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Malecón sculptures

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Marina Vallarta

Walk along the boardwalk of Marina Vallarta.

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Marietas Islands

Take a tour to the Marietas Islands.

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Cocktail from a skybar

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Mercado del Mar

Buy seafood at the Mercado del Mar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.

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Riviera Nayarit is home to places where the deep blue of the Pacific contrasts with the green mountains of the Sierra Madre, resulting in a great diversity full of life.

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Natural Spots of Riviera Nayarit

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Playa del Amor

Playa del Amor
Also known as “Playa Escondida” (Hidden Beach), this beautiful spot is teeming with wildlife and adventure. Located within the Marietas Islands National Park, this beach is described as “worthy of a fantasy film.”

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Isla Isabel National Park

Isla Isabel National Park
Located two hours by boat from the coast of San Blas, Isla Isabel National Park showcases unmatched marine wealth. Manta rays, humpback whales, whale sharks, and stunning corals are just some of the species living this habitat.

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Sierra de Vallejo

Sierra de Vallejo
This is one of the best-preserved areas of forest and rainforest on the Pacific coast, declared a Natural Protected Area in 2012. The Sierra de Vallejo has an extension of 63,598 hectares and it is home to the Jaguar Sanctuary.

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La Tovara
La Tovara Natural Park is a marvelous habitat made up of an estuary and a freshwater spring, with navigable canals surrounded by different types of mangrove, lush vegetation, and beautiful flowers such as orchids and bromeliads.

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Mexcaltitán Island

Mexcaltitán Island
To get to Mexcaltitán Island you have to navigate the San Pedro River in the Marismas Nacionales Biosphere Reserve. Once you disembark, we recommend visiting the church and the El Origen Museum, which tells the history of this ancient town.

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Source: <a href="https://blog.rivieranayarit.com/2021/02/the-7-natural-wonders-of-the-riviera-nayarit/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rivieranayarit.com</a>.

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Vallarta · Nayarit Restaurants

For their culinary concept and proposal, 9 Vallarta · Nayarit restaurants were included in this list.

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Café des Artistes

<a href="https://www.cafedesartistes.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Café des Artistes</a>.

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Carolina

<a href="https://www.espanol.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/details/pvrxr-the-st-regis-punta-mita-resort/5969123/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Carolina</a>.

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El Delfín

<a href="https://www.garzacanela.com/restaurante-bar-el-delfin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">El Delfín</a>.

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ICÚ · Cocina de México

<a href="http://www.restauranteicu.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ICÚ · Cocina de México</a>.

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Jardín Nebulosa

<a href="https://jardinnebulosa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jardín Nebulosa</a>.

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La Leche Almacén Gourmet

<a href="https://lalecherestaurant.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">La Leche Almacén Gourmet</a>.

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Tintoque

<a href="https://tintoque.com.mx/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tintoque</a>.

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Trio · Mediterranean Cuisine

<a href="https://www.triopv.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Trio · Mediterranean Cuisine</a>.

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Tuna Blanca

<a href="https://tunablanca.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tuna Blanca</a>.

The voters’ editorial board takes into account the quality in service and food preparation, as well as the continuity of the restaurant’s gastronomic project, a clear concept for they diners and the vision of transcending gastronomic fashions.
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Puerto Vallarta is a destination that emanates a warm energy, ideal for living a pleasant spiritual retreat.

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Puerto Vallarta Spiritual Retreats

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Casitas Maraika

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<a href="https://www.casitasmaraika.com/proyecto/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Casitas Maraika</a>
This beautiful, ecological resort is one of the most exclusive places to stay in the destination. It offers the balanced union between marine landscapes and the tropical jungle of the Sierra Madre Occidental. It has guided walks through the jungle and water sport activities, as well as therapeutic massages, yoga classes and gastronomy prepared with local products.

Photos: El Grullo Naturista Hotel Boutique & Wellness Center.

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El Grullo Naturista Hotel Boutique & Wellness Center

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<a href="https://www.elgrullonaturista.com.mx/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">El Grullo Naturista Hotel Boutique &amp; Wellness Center</a>
Located south of Puerto Vallarta, this paradisiacal place has intimate cabins to stay and enjoy the spectacular view toward the bay. In addition, yoga retreats, hydrotherapies, steam baths, application of mud, herbal tea, massages, hot onion and nettle compresses are offered; supplemented with detox diets.

Photos: Terra Noble Art & Healing Center Puerto Vallarta.

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Terra Noble Art & Healing Center Puerto Vallarta

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<a href="https://terranoble.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Terra Noble Art &amp; Healing Center Puerto Vallarta</a>
Nestled in one of the highest parts of the city, from this refuge you can see in all its splendor the Puerto Vallarta’s historic center and offers a panoramic view of the Banderas Bay. It has spa treatments, yoga sessions, meditations, coca ceremonies, temazcales and different holistic therapies.

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Xinalani

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<a href="https://xinalaniretreat.com/es/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Xinalani</a>
This natural sanctuary with houses immersed in the jungle has spectacular views toward the Mexican Pacific. This eco-resort offers a great diversity of yoga retreats, meditation, spa therapies and eco-tours, among other activities immersed in great exclusivity. Exquisite Mexican dishes with vegan and vegetarian options are available.

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At these Puerto Vallarta lookouts you can get some of the most impressive angles to take perfect pics.

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Puerto Vallarta Lookouts

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Cerro de La Cruz Lookout

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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@20.6098246,-105.2296313,3a,75y,280.35h,93.05t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1sAF1QipP6ebe8jJIJ9NuFBG-Wdw5OY-HxxbR3K5u7nypl!2e10!3e11!6shttps:%2F%2Flh5.googleusercontent.com%2Fp%2FAF1QipP6ebe8jJIJ9NuFBG-Wdw5OY-HxxbR3K5u7nypl%3Dw203-h100-k-no-pi-0-ya181.05501-ro0-fo100!7i3584!8i1792" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cerro de La Cruz Lookout</a> 

One of the best emblematic views in town is waiting for you in this lookout. From the Malecón, if you walk towards the hill along Abasolo Street, you can easily find it just 8 minutes away. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes because some streets have steep slopes.

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Matamoros Street’s Lighthouse Lookout

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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@20.6090146,-105.2335519,2a,75y,241.68h,98.3t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sZ_n_XxrarJLgkY0Iw7yssw!2e0!6s%2F%2Fgeo2.ggpht.com%2Fcbk%3Fpanoid%3DZ_n_XxrarJLgkY0Iw7yssw%26output%3Dthumbnail%26cb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile.gps%26thumb%3D2%26w%3D203%26h%3D100%26yaw%3D25.69322%26pitch%3D0%26thumbfov%3D100!7i13312!8i6656" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Matamoros Street’s Lighthouse Lookout</a>
In this lookout, located on the street under the same name in El Centro, many of the pictures of Puerto Vallarta that roam around the world have been taken. From here, you can admire the Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe and its shining crown, as well as the red-tile roofs that give the town its charm.

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Los Arcos de Mismaloya Lookout

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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@20.537291,-105.2896879,3a,75y,84.18h,63.96t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sNvYsa5CN1JBK9aXsbQqRLg!2e0!7i16384!8i8192" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Arcos de Mismaloya Lookout</a>
In addition to being an iconic site in Puerto Vallarta, these rock formations that emerge from the Pacific can be appreciated from the Highway 200 South. If you’re driving from El Centro, it’ll take you around 20 minutes to get this impressive site.
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Source: <a href="https://visitpuertovallarta.com/blog/spots-for-taking-the-best-pictures-in-puerto-vallarta" target="_blank" rel="noopener">visitpuertovallarta.com</a>.