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Marina Vallarta attractions & sightseeing |
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Marina Vallarta is a bit like a resort within a resort
with an exclusive Marina filled with yachts, boats and charters, plus a a championship 18-hole
golf course designed by Joe Finger.
The Marina Vallarta area is more exclusive and a bit more expensive than other areas in Puerto Vallarta. Even so, it offer lots of good shops, a great range from inexpensive restaurants to fancy elegant dining options, delis, a Starbucks, spas and bakeries and ice-cream stores too, even a little supermarket.
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The view and the relax atmosphere makes the Marina a great afternoon sunset stroll for couples and families, watching the yachts and boats. The Marina is close to the airport, but planes do not fly close so you don't hear them.
There are many luxy hotels and resorts in the Marina area, including the Marriott, Velas Vallarta, Westin and more.
Reserve hotels & resorts here.
An article on Marina Vallarta.
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Marina Vallarta has it's own little lighthouse, more for show that really useful, surrounded by buildings that are higher than it is :-). At the top of the lighthouse you can enjoy a drink at the El Faro bar. The Marina Lighthouse offers a fantastic view of the Marina area, the Sierra Madre Mountains and wonderful sunsets (very romantic). At night they also have live music to take romantic to an even higher level.
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great restaurants, speciality stores, cafes and shops offering quality products around the Marina, the view is great, the ambience, relaxed, great for a day out with the family.
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Jack
Nicklaus Golf Course |

Vista Vallarta's Jack Nicklaus Golf Course was opened to the public on April 2001, it was the first golf course and is a Signature Design by Jack Nicklaus. chosen to host the 2002 EMC World Golf Championships. The course is placed on the property's highest areas, not only do golfers enjoy a top-notch golf experience but also amazing views of the Bay, Marina Vallarta and Puerto Vallarta.
Contrasting areas with jungle, palm forests, Ficus trees and natural creeks are part of this perfect design by the world's greatest golf player. This 18 hole 7,057-yard, par-72 layout will make you think, mainly on the especially on the golf greens. As is typical for Nicklaus designs, the course has generous driving areas, but greens also have many undulations, makes you think of a tricky miniature golf course in larger format.
Vista Vallarta Golf Club
Jack Nicklaus course
Colonia San Nicolas
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Phone: 52 332 290 0030
http://www.vistavallartagolf.com
foremexico@ourclub.com |
Designer: Jack Nicklaus
Holes: 18
Length: 7073 yards
Class: Professional Gold and White
Distance: 20 minutes |
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Vista Vallarta Tom Weiskopf Golf Course was opened to the public on November 1st, 2001. This Signature Design golf course was done by Tom Weiskopf and contrasts dramatically with the first course in Vista Vallarta, its a challenging layout with scenic views as it windingly advances through jungle and valleys, offering breathtaking scenic views.
The terrain where the course is built is rugged with dense jungle, deep ravines and creeks. Mr. Weiskopf's master status is clear in how he blended elevations and natural features into a first rate golf experience.
This golf course was part of the 2002 EMC World Cup Golf Tournament. It offers a marvelous view of Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay with the Sierra Madre Mountains in the background. If you are into golf, this is one course you should not miss while in Vallarta.
Vista Vallarta Golf Club
Tom Weiskopf course
Colonia San Nicolas
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Phone: (332) 290-0030
http://www.vistavallartagolf.com
foremexico@ourclub.com |
Designer:Tom Weiskopf
Holes:18
Length: 6976 yards
Class: Professional
Gold and White
Distance: 20 minutes. |
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Marina Vallarta Golf Club (Joe Finger) |

Marina Vallarta Golf Course was designed by the famous American architect, Joe Finger, it's an 18 hole course located in the marina area of Puerto Vallarta.
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marvelous mix of tropical ambience with views of the Sierra Madre and the Banderas Bay. Offers an hacienda style clubhouse right beside some of the most important hotels in Vallarta. The club each year hosts the International Pro AM.
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MARINA VALLARTA
Designer:Joe Finger
Holes: 18
Length: 6701 yards
Class: Blue, Professional
White & Red · Operator: Club Corp
Distance: 15 minutes.
http://www.marinavallartagolf.com/
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Puerto Vallarta International Airport (Gustavo
Díaz Ordaz) |
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