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THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT
PUNTA MITA | BY DEVE SANFORD
Paradise is often described as being a state of immense contentment or being in a place of great beauty. Like an explorer’s journey to find adventure in some remote and far away land, so is the compulsive urge for travelers to seek out their paradise. If paradise has ever been lost, it has most definitely been found at the Four Seasons Punta Mita. Located on Mexico’s Rivera Nayarit, within an expansive 400-acre nature reserve on a private peninsula overlooking Bahía de Banderas, it is less than an hour away from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) With a prime location on the Pacific Coast the luxury resort has direct access to white-sand beaches and the most epic sunsets. The ultra-exclusive property surrounded by lush tropical gardens has 139 guests’ rooms, 38 suites, 22 private villas, 7 private residences, and 4 beach homes. Accommodations offer beach-inspired casitas with free Wi-Fi, flat screens televisions, iPod/iPhone docks, cozy living areas, and private bars. Upgraded suites and villas include their very own kitchens, plunge pools, and golf carts to get around the resort. There are 4 restaurants, 4 bars, tennis courts, a basketball court, 3 pools including a lazy river and 2 private beaches. Other amenities include a spa, a fitness center and a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course with the world’s only natural island green, “Tail of the Whale.”- A true bucket list item! The Four Seasons Private Villas ascend the beautiful hillside near the Four Seasons Resort. Each four or five-bedroom villa is beautifully designed with furnishings and artwork from local Mexican artisans and features sweeping Pacific Ocean views have spacious living areas, terraces, a private infinity pool, and access to every service and amenity offered at the resort. Relax, Eat and Repeat is an obvious mantra while at the resort, but guests also can take on an array of activities. Whether an adventure seeker or cul-
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ture explorer the property has a program for everyone, even the little ones can enjoy their own kid’s club full of treats and games. The unspoiled paradise takes care of its little utopia by giving back and helping to conserve the environment around them and guests can join in by participating in their turtle release program. All the proceeds go to Red Tortuguera, the sea turtle release program for conservation and protection of sea turtles in Nayarit and Jalisco. Guests are guided to the beach while learning about the sea turtle and releasing the baby hatchings into their new life in the Pacific Ocean right at sunset. With more and more guests traveling with their little furry family members, the Four Seasons Punta Mita is proud to offer a wonderful pet program complete with pet sitting and walking services. Pets enjoy their own cabana and pet menus with specialized dishes including seared beef tender-loin, grilled catch of the day, and boiled carrots to name a few. During this time when traveling can be a little complicated, the Four Seasons Punta Mita offers peace of mind. Whether as a departure requirement or simply for peace of mind during your stay, COVID-19 testing is provided by a third party and is as easy as contacting the Concierge Desk for an appointment. To borrow a quote from John O’Sullivan, RVPGM - Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita “The quest for perfection is a journey and not a destination.” Each day he and his incredible team strive for and reach perfection even in the most minuscule action, and this is precisely why they will always be considered the Best of the Best.
