Vol. 1, No. 175
TEE-OFF IN LATIN AMERICA’S TOP DESTINATIONS
Vol. 1, No. 180
DIRECTORY Visionary, Founder and
INDEX
Master Coach:
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Mexico City
Jose Manuel García, CDS jmgarcia@ividmc.travel
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President: Jose Manuel (Manolo) García manolo@ividmc.travel Vice President of Administration
Cuba
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CIS, CMS, CCM, CES
12-15
Pg. Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit
Leticia Garcia lgarcia@ividmc.travel Vice President of Marketing: Raquel Mijares, CIS, DMCP rmijares@ividmc.travel Corporate Quality Director: Julia Ortiz, CES
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Pg.
Cancun & Riviera Maya
16-18
Costa Rica
jortiz@ividmc.travel
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IT Director:
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Alejandro Pech
Panama
apech@ividmc.travel Content & Editing: Omar Delgadillo corp.news@ividmc.travel
Destination offices
Cover subject: The Wonders of Nature in Latin America
Mexico:
Caribbean:
Central America:
IVI DMC² Los Cabos
IVI DMC² Cuba
IVI DMC² Costa Rica
Yazmin ELOSEGUI, DMCP, CIS, CMS
Alejandro DEBASA, CMS
Ligia VARGAS, CIS
Destination Managing Director
Regional Managing Director
Regional Managing Director
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adebasa@ividmc.travel
lvargas@ividmc.travel
IVI DMC² Puerto Vallarta, Riviera
IVI DMC² Dominican Republic
Nayarit & Central Mexico
Ramón RIJO, CIS
IVI DMC² Panama
Jaime NELO, DMCP, CMS, CES
Regional Managing Director
David JOHNSON, CIS, DMCP
Destination Managing Director
rrijo@ividmc.travel
Associate Regional Managing
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IVI DMC² Cancun & Riviera Maya Ximena LOPEZ, CMS Marketing & Planning Director cun.planning2@ividmc.travel
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A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT. Dear reader, Latin America offers guests and foreign residents year-round opportunities to enjoy the best climate, the most intriguing cultures, and symbolic events taking place in a paradise we call home. With an extensive list of options to explore and indulge in the beauty of each land, you’re bound to find yourself between extending your visit or returning to complete your quest. At IVI DMC² we dedicate our full efforts to designing extraordinary events so you can live the story of a lifetime and encounter our traditions, culture, customs first-hand. Our enthusiastic attitude and foundation are what upholds up our motto, in your business, “We make YOU look GREAT”!
Sincerely,
Jose Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA, CIS, CMS, CCM, CES President IVI DMC² Enterprises
Our Objective: Always aim for 100% overall customer satisfaction.
Our Vision: Associates: Keep the ideal place to work, where our multicultural staff give their best, every day Customers: Offer an innovative high-quality service that exceeds expectations Partners: Consolidate our network of honest and successful partners Utilities: Maximize the return of investment to shareholders Planet: Inspire responsible resource management by means of our work
Our Mission: Serve customers through our international certifications ISO 9001 and ADMC; ensuring 100% customer satisfaction of incentives, conventions, and special events; providing memorable experiences in each of the destinations in which we operate; maximizing the return of investment to shareholders.
Mexico City’s Ecological Park Not everyone imagines stumbling upon a huge ecological park within the grounds of Mexico City. The ecological park of Mexico City is a 727 acre of protected territory dedicated to the ecological preservation by the city’s government. The main ecological role of the park is to be an important source of water. In addition, its extensive vegetation contributes to the production of oxygen and is home to a vast diversity of fauna, where we can discover a diverse species of birds.
The Arc of the End of the World The Park is located within the grounds of where the volcano “El Xitle� erupted 1500 years ago and became a screen zone (or volcanic rock) as the ejected lava solidified. The place also holds a great part of the temperate forest as it is located at the skirts of El Ajusco. This is an ideal location to carry out Teambuilding activities, including bird watching, and special social events in this magical park full of life.
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Outdoors
IN
Puerto Vallarta
Spreading around the shimmering azure Bahía de Banderas and upheld by lush palm-covered mountains, Puerto Vallarta (or just ‘Vallarta’ to many) is one of Mexico’s most enticing coastal destinations in Mexico. It’s rich colors and Mexican-styled architecture standout to new guests.
“El Salado” Estuary The “El Salado” Estuary is found in the Municipality of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco is considered an urban Estuary as it is surrounded by the urban area of the aforementioned Port (Puerto Vallarta). It consists of a protected surface area of 168x96x50 acres out of which nearly 135 acres are comprised of mangrove and marsh vegetation, and the rest of two shares of tropical semi-deciduous forest surrounded by sequences of water elements and underwater vegetation, a thorn forest, and secondary vegetation.
Its connection a channel tha deep, and 2 k bay. Its lands favorable to pment of the reptiles, such El Salado is v cals plus visi imagined seei zone! Conta book your ne teed to be an Page 6
n to the ocean is permanent through at is nearly 20 meters wide, 3 meters kilometers long that leads to the port’s scape and habitat’s characteristics are the migrating birds and the develobiological cycle of the mammals and as the river crocodile. The Estero de very popular for Puerto Vallarta’s loitors find it fascinating. They never ing wild crocodiles within the urban act your IVI DMC² representative to ext event in Puerto Vallarta, guaranadventure to remember for a lifetime! Page 7
Natural Wonders at large Xcaret Park Xcaret is a natural park with more than 50 attractions for all ages. It is the ideal spot for a quick family escape during your visit to the Mexican Caribbean. Here you can swim in underground rivers, walk through trails in the middle of the jungle and explore mysterious caves. In Xcaret, there are several attractions to visit, such as the Mayan vestiges, the Museum of Popular Mexican Art, a classic henequen hacienda and the Guadalupe Chapel. Also enjoy the Mexican culture with pre-Hispanic dances, charrería and the magnificent presentation of Xcaret México Espectacular, with more than 300 artists on stage.
Xel-Ha Xel-Ha is an ecological park located 40 minutes south of Playa del Carmen. It is characterized by the cove in which the underground water of the Yucatan Peninsula is connected with the Caribbean Sea, forming a space for the coexistence of various marine and freshwater species. It is for this reason that Xel-Ha is perceived as a natural aquarium.
Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve Sian Ka’an is home to more than 300 species of birds. With a surface area of more than one million acres, manatis, crocodiles and many others have made this reserve their home for since the Mayan era. A true paradise for ecotourism lovers.
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Cancun and the Riviera Maya are home to amazing ecological parks. Each park has its special charm, most have beaches, sections that highlight the great Mayan culture, special activities such as swimming with dolphins, underground rivers, snorkeling just to name a few
Garrafon Park Garrafon Natural Park is known around the world for its incomparable beauty of reefs and cliffs facing the turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean. Only 25 minutes from Cancun, on beautiful Isla Mujeres, this natural park offers recreational activities, such as snorkeling, kayaking, zip-lining and island excursions; and relaxation, such as temazcal, panoramic pool, lounge chairs, and hammocks. These landmarks are key destinations for any incentive, group or special event, your team at IVI DMC² is always here to assist. Page 11
Cuba
An untouched natural sanctuary
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Cienaga de Zapata The CiÊnaga de Zapata National Park located in the southern area of the province of Matanzas, 180 km from the City of Havana is considered one of the most important parks due to the great diversity of birds, reptiles, fish and vegetation species all coexisting one place. It is considered a Biosphere Reserve and declared a RAMSAR site. One of the park’s main attraction is the Laguna del Tesoro, with a stretch of 16 km, classified as one of the largest freshwater mirrors of Cuba.
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Baconao Park, Cuba This park covers a large region, located approximately 20 kilometers from the city of Santiago de Cuba, its total area is 84,600 acres. In 1987, it was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. One of the most visited tourist destinations by national and foreign hikers. It showcases a variety of attractions, from the Prado de las Esculturas, the Valley of Prehistory and the Dolphinarium. These rock painting sites are located in the reserve of El Vizcaíno, and are tied to nomadic groups, whose subsistence was based on hunting, gathering and fishing. They inhabited the region until the Spanish colonization in the 18th century. According to the dates
obtained from these rock shelters ple period that goes from at least 1 paintings include a remarkable var and naturalistic, among which are rent species such as deer, pumas, w
El Nicho
Located in the Sierra del Escambr ters above sea level. Very close to kilometers from Topes de Collant where the green of the vegetation, the picturesque peasant villages m flamingos and other marine birds remains, the seat of legends of cors where the Martin Infierno Cave i holder of the largest stalagmite in L
Ecotourism lovers visit the area fre rustic finish with improvised rails, come less tortuous until arriving at templating a whole green world at in this place are the waterfalls of t where the water falls from more hits the rocks, forming whirlwind the environment a persistent haze.
Valle de Soroa
Soroa gets its name from two Span zo and Antonio Soroa Muñagorri, 1856 with the illusion of making a ght the La Merced coffee plantati bought the coffee plantations Nep San Ramón de Aguas Claras, a lan was named under the surname of in the limits of the mountainous e rra del Rosario, about 70 kilomete Río it belongs to Cordillera de Gu pality Candelaria in the province small valley that forms the Manan Page 14
s, the paintings cover an am1100 B.C. to 1300 A.C. These riety of motifs, both symbolic humans and animals of diffewhales, fish, and eagles.
ray at an altitude of 440 methe Villa de Trinidad and 30 tes. It is a paradisiacal haven the rivers, the waterfalls, and meet. It is a nesting place for s. You can witness aboriginal sairs and pirates and it is also is, a national monument and Latin America, 67 meters high.
equently. Thanks to bridges of , the ascent of the visitors bet a viewpoint that allows cont their feet. Precisely, the El Negro stream, than 30 meters and ds of foam that give .
A paradise naturally preserved, untouched, and unexplored. Hacienda Iznaga | Valley of the Sugar Mills Just 14 km from the most colonial city of Cuba, Trinidad, the Valley of the Sugar Mills, declared a World Heritage Site in 1988. Among its attractions are the haciendas and sugar mills conserved from the period of Trinitarian sugar splendor, between the 18th and 19th century. With numerous stories of love and legends have pierced centuries and enchanted thousands of visitors from all over the world. Hacienda Manaca iznaga, considered one of those sites of high historical and architectural value, declared in 1978 a national monument and is composed by the hacienda house, the watchtower, the ironworks, and the slave cemetery.
nish brothers, Lorenwho came arrived in a fortune. They bouion there, later they ptuno, San Luis, and nd that over the years the owners. Located elevations of the Sieers west of Pinar del uaniguanico, municie of Artemisa, in the ntiales River. Page 15
Costa Rica Henry David Thoreau the active naturalist of the 19th Century had the conviction that to truly live, one needed to return to nature. He actually stated, “In wildness is the preservation of the world.� Nowadays we are very aware of how real wealth depends on a strong connection to nature and wellness. Costa Rica has been a trailblazer in preserving this wildness. Its 28 national parks testify to that claim. When our clients come to Costa Rica we can offer to their delight access and service to the most beautiful and awe-inspiring national parks of this country, one of the most biologically diverse lands on earth. Three of them are UNESCO World Heritage, Monteverde Cloud Forest is an exalted and mysterious retreat in the clouds, Corcovado National Park is considered by experts one of the most biodiverse and biologically intense places on earth, Tortuguero National Park in the North Caribbean is an amazing and beautiful pristine place that attracts nature enthusiasts because of its nature and the turtle haven that it is. Contact our travel specialists to schedule your next corporate or incentive event at this magical landmark, we make YOU look GREAT! Page 16
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Arenal Volcano National Park Considered one of the most recognized attractions in the country which covers 290 square miles, the conservation area covers eight of the 12 life zones in Costa Rica, a popular destination for all kinds of travelers.
Manuel Antonio National Park Deemed one of the most impressive national parks in the world. It is one of the smallest national parks in the country yet it charms visitors with its splendid white sand beaches in coves nestled in lush tropical forests at its rims and small mountains around and coral reefs for a perfect snorkeling outing.
Palo Verde National Park, Guanacaste Located in Guanacaste, Palo Verde National Park is one of Central America’s most densely populated areas of migrating birds and aquatic species. Located along the banks of the Tempisque River, it is one of the best places in Costa Rica to view native wildlife. In particular, the national park is top notch for bird watching as the lowlands of the river make for ideal wetlands for a variety of aquatic birds. This remote sanctuary spans more than 45,492 acres of land that includes lagoons, mangroves, limestone, grassland, and forests. Additionally, Palo Verde protects one of the last remaining deciduous dry forests in this continent.
Rincon de la Vieja National Park, Guanacaste Rincon de la Vieja is the tallest and most active volcano in Costa Rica’s north-west region of Guanacaste at 6,286 feet above sea level. Its name which translates to “Cor-
ner of the Old Woman” comes from a legend of a native princess whose lover is thrown into the crater by her angry father. She spends the remainder of her life wandering the volcanic slope with the power to heal. Rincon de la Vieja Volcano last erupted in 2011, but the geothermal activity beneath the surface still remains active as vents, geysers, fumaroles, hot springs, and mud baths dot the land. Guided hikes can be arranged through the park to explore the landscape, explore the wildlife, and discover waterfalls.
Panama
A nature lover’s paradise
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Panama exhales living nature.
Chagres National Park
Chagres National Park covers the watershed of the Panama Ca Lake, which provide around 80% of the water for the canal to op Panama City residents. There are hiking trails through the forest rien and Bayano have settlements here. The park is situated 40 ki
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Coiba Island with around particularly b can find the fishing of ma boat from Pan
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Baru Volcano the extinct vo level, is the h can see both t The quetzal c of the volcan the towns of from Panama
So when choo truly in the r perience for a tion, history, n program that remember tha
anal including the Chagres River and Alajuela perate. It also provides all the drinking water for t Real. Embera Indians originally from the Dailometers from Panama City.
sland National Park
nal Park in Panama is an isolated marine prees off the Pacific coast, a true paradise for naasts. This is a bio-diverse park, whose bounmpass the 194-square-mile Isla Coiba, and ands that provide more coral reefs than Pahbors in Costa Rica, Colombia, and Ecuador.
d National Park contains a coastal ecosystem 240 kilometers of coastline. Whale watching is big here. It is the last area in Panama where you scarlet macaw. Hannibal bank offers deep sea arlin, tuna. Coiba Island is 10 hours by car and anama City.
olcano National Park
o National Park is the area around and including olcano Baru Volcan, at 3475 meters above sea highest peak in Panama, and on a clear day, you the Pacific and the Caribbean Sea from the top. can be found in the cloud forests on the slopes no. You can get to the Baru National Park from Boquete and Volcan, which are 500 kilometers a City.
osing to organize an event in Panama you are right path to a successful and unforgettable exas you are very aware now the richness of tradinature, fun and sightseeing blends very well in a offers all these and more. - Take if from us, and at we’re here to make YOU look GREAT! Page 21
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Dear reader! Thanks for reading Communiquest Incentive Travel Digest I hope you find in this newsletter a useful tool that will help you make decisions for your successful business.We would be delighted to know if there anything else you’d like to see or experience in this monthly newsletter. Your suggestions are more than welcome. We wish you the best in your endeavors and business adventures, and please, don’t forget, working with us “Will make you look great”.
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