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Judy and Maria's Grand Velas All-Suites Resort Review
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Grand Velas All-Suite Resort and Spa
Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
 The Grand Velas Resort and Spa is located on a wide stretch of white sand  beach. This luxury all-inclusive resort is just 15 minutes from the airport. Enjoy casual buffet dining and elegant gourmet a la carte cuisine. An incredible selection of domestic and imported liquors are offered from 10:00 am to 1:00 am daily. At the Kid's Club little ones have a good time with organized, age-specific activities.
Grand Velas offers guests a beachfront location in Nuevo Vallarta. The beach at the Grand Velas Resort is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The hotel is situated near two of the most recognized golf courses in Mexico.
Judy and Maria's First Impression of the Grand Velas Resort
Our first impression was that of pure luxury and self-indulgance. This ultra-modern gleaming resort is simply breathtaking. Arriving guests immediately sense peace, tranquilit y and lavishness. The expansive lobby floor is of polished marble and hand-laid black stone borders and designs. The resort's colors are soft, vibrant, and fresh. The sound of flowing water and soft music is subliminal. Ferns and palm trees, along with candles and fine artwork, are strategically located throughout the lobby and resort. We immediately recognized that this resort would be like none other. The Grand Velas All-Suites Resort is a unique resort for self-indulgence.
Grand Velas Location
The Grand Velas Resort and Spa is located in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit on the spectacular Bandera's Bay. The resort is located just 15 minutes away from Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Grand Velas All-Inclusive Features
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Luxury accommodations in one of the elegant oceanfront suites with a selection of World  Class amenities
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner a la carte or buffet at Azul International Restaurant
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Dinner a la carte at Frida Mexican Gourmet Restaurant
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Dinner a la carte at Lucca Gourmet Italian Mediterranean cuisine
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Dinner a la carte at Piaf Traditional French Gourmet dining Restaurant
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Continental breakfast and snacks at “ Selva del Mar” Snack Bar
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Waiter service at pool and beach area
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Selected Domestic and International Premium Brands at Lobby Bar and Aqua Bar
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24- hour In-Suite Dining
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Minibar in suite including snacks
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“Grand Velas Ritual” Guided Hydrotherapy Circuit at our World Class Leading SPA facilities
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Life Fitness Center
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Work out Programs with personal trainers
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Exercise Programs such as Yoga, Pilates, Capoeira, Tai chi, and meditation classes
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Tennis Court (day & nighttime)
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Paddle Tennis Court (day & nighttime)
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Recreational Activities Program
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Grand Kids Activities Program
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Non-Motorized Water Sports (Kayaks, Boogie Boards)
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One Scuba Diving Demonstration at pool
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Infinity Pool (23,000 sq ft), total of three pools connected one of them heated
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Infinity Jacuzzi (only 18 years and up allowed)
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Children’s Pool
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Three theme shows per week
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Live music at Lobby Bar
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Live music at our Specialties Restaurants
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Parking Lot & Valet Parking
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Concierge Service, 24 hrs
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Taxes and tips
Extra Charges:
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Special wine and imported liquors
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Laundry & Dry Cleaning
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Beauty Parlor
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SPA Treatments & Services
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Art & Ceramic Workshop
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Long Distance Calls
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Tours & Transportation
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Tobacco shop & Boutique
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Catering Service
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Doctor special consultations & diagnosis
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Certified Scuba Diving Lessons
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Business Center
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Travel Agenc
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Car rental
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Baby Sitting Services
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Airport-Hotel Transportation
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Any item or service not mentioned before on the inclusions.
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Grand Velas Acommodations
One- and Two- Bedroom Suites, all featuring terraces and offers spectacular oceanfro nt views, splendidly furnished in teak wood imported from Bali and decorated in elegant contemporary style with light neutral tones and tropical-influenced color accents. Guests will enjoy full services and amenities of a world-class luxury resort in any of the spacious 1000+ square-foot suites. Guests can choose between Parlor Suites, Master Suites, Ambassador Suites, 1- & 2-bedroom Governor Suites and Presidential Suites. Grand Velas not only answers the increasing demand by travelers seeking an all-inclusive resort, but is redefining the standards for luxury in "Grand All-inclusive" lodging.
SUITE DESCRIPTIONS:
PARLOR SUITE
MASTER SUITE
(Two Master Suites are Handicapped accessible, with One- King size bed).
AMBASSADOR SUITE
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Total inventory: 12 (With exterior Jacuzzi & Penthouse level)
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Space: + 1750 sq ft (Two floors)
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Maximum allowed:
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2 adults or 2 adults with 2 children
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Bedding:
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11 with One- King size
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7 with Two- Queen Size
AMBASSADOR GRAND
1- BEDROOM GOVERNOR SUITE
2- BEDDROOM GOVERNOR SUITE
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
IMPERIAL SPA SUITE
Room Amenities
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White down goose feather comforter
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White down goose feather pillow
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Two queen beds or one king bed-- maximum of 4 people
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Sofa bed
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Outstanding oceanview
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Private terrace
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Individual air-conditioning control
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Laptop size safe deposit box
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Iron and ironing board
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Vanity mirror
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Hairdryer
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Direct-dial telephones in room and bathroom
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Fully stocked minibar
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27" television with Satellite Movie Play and Nintendo
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Daily turn-down service
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Electronic keycards
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Bath amenities "Gilchrist & Soames" from the United Kingdom
Note: Oceanview suites have two queen beds, hair dryer, living area with sofa, mini-bar, laptop size safe, iron, ironing board and balcony or terrace. Ocean-view suites with one king bed, one sofe bed and a Jacuzzi are also available.
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Grand Velas Activities
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Grand Velas Resort and Spa Pools
The Grand Velas Resort and Spa offers guests four (4) outdoor swimming pools with a swimup pool bar. The main pool consists is an infinity pool that consists of three levels. The pools are heated and each level is heated to a different temperature.
The children's pool is well-designed with flowing fountains.
Note from Judy and Maria: Coming soon will be Ipods for use at the pool.
GRAND VELAS ACTIVITIES
NON-MOTORIZED SPORTS
Enjoy a wide variety of non-motorized sports:
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Windsurfing
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Snorkeling
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Boogie Boards
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Aqua Aerobics
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Water polo
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Kayaking,
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Cycling
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Tennis
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Paddle Tennis
OPEN-AIR THEATER
Specialized entertainment program, three times per week.
GRAND VELAS ENTERTAINMENT CHILDREN´S AREA
Open from 9:00 hrs. To 17:00 hrs. Children from 4 to 12 years old are welcome. Professional staff will make your children’s day a fun & fantastic experience. Includes Outdoor and Indoor activities, Handcrafts and plays. Private pool.
GRAND VELAS HIGH PERFORMANCE LIFE FITNESS GYMNASIUM
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12 cardiovascular stations including:
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Climbers
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Treadmills
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Cross Trainers & Bikes
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21 variable resistance & weight training stations.
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Exercise room
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Room Capacity: 20 participants
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Pilates
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Yoga
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Meditation
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Relaxation
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Tai Chi
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Chi Kung
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Flex-a-Ball classes
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Muscle training
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Grand Velas Resort 7-Steps Spa
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GRAND VELAS SPA
A place where health and well being brings you a sense of equilibrium. Experience the beauty and discover all the possibilities that this World Class SPA offers for you. Luxurious European treatments and soothing Oriental therapies invigorate the body and restore the spirit in a breathtaking oceanfront resort.
Luxurious hydrotherapy area
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Elegant locker area withVanity
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Separate facilities for men and women
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Whirlpool
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Sauna Eucalyptus Inhalation Room
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Herbal Steam
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Cold Plunge Lagoon with two temperatures
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Swiss Shower
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Pressure Shower
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Hydro reflexology
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Showers
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Rest rooms
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Spa amenities
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Spa edibles
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Resting Lounge for men & women
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Fruit and Tea served - Aromatherapy neck pillows
Spa collection service & treatment menu
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Wellness collection with a variety of massage therapies
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Nirvana collection with balancing therapies
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Perfect Form collection to achieve the perfect body
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New Skin collection with body scrubs and peelings
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Four Hands collection offers you a great diversity of specialized massages (two therapists) massaging you simultaneously in total synchronicity
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Solar collection designed to prepare and protect your skin before and after the sun
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Aqua Collection with a variety of bath therapies
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Vital Body collection with body wraps & treatments
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Prestige Collection award winning facials
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Relaxing collection for hand and Feet Care
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Day Spa rituals with great treatment combinations for a perfect Spa experience
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Nutritional consulting programs by appointment
Spa Boutique
Featuring:
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Phytomer
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Germaine de Capuccini
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Fleurs
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Natura Bisse
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Decleor
Beauty Salon
Total Spa facilities
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1500 sq. meters
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20 treatments rooms
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Spa reservation center
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Spa concierge
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Grand Velas Golf
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Golf Courses
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Name
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VISTA VALLARTA 1
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Designer
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Jack Nicklaus
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Holes
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18
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Length
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7,073 yards
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Class
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Golden and White Professional
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Operator
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Club Court
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Address
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353 Circuito Universidad Col. San Nicolas Puerto Vallarta
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Distance
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20 Minutes Drive from Grand Velas
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Name
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VISTA VALLARTA 1
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Designer
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Tom Weiskopf
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Holes
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18
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Length
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6,976 yards
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Class
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Golden and White Professional
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Operator
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Club Court
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Address
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353 Circuito Universidad Col. San Nicolas Puerto Vallarta
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Distance
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20 Minutes Drive from Grand Velas
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Name
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Marina Vallarta
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Designer
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John Finger
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Holes
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18
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Length
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6,701 yards
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Class
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Blue, White and Red Professional
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PAR
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71
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Address
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Marina Vallarta S/N Col. Marina Vallarta
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Distance
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20 Minutes Drive from Grand Velas
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Grand Velas All-Suite Resort Dining
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GRAND VELAS RESTAURANTS FOOD & BEVERAGE
Cuisine at Grand Velas All Suites & SPA Resort crosses the culinary world, fusing  traditional flavor with artful presentation and complete atmosphere. The property’s four restaurants Azul International Cuisine, Frida Gourmet Mexican Cuisine, Lucca Gourmet Italian-Mediterranean Cuisine and Piaf Traditional Gourmet French Cuisine, its Selva del Mar Snack Bar, Aqua Bar and Lobby Bar, and 24-hour In-Suite Dining gives guests non stop, palate teasing options day or night.
Grand Velas offers several options for meals included in a guests´ stay. Additionally, those not staying at the resort can make reservations at Grand Velas´ three Fine Dining Gourmet Restaurants, which offer uncommon character and impeccable cuisine.
AZUL RESTAURANT
Is an all-day casual restaurant, located at the pool area under wonderful Palapa and offering a panoramic front ocean view to the Bahia de Banderas. An innovative take on traditional international cuisine. Delight your palate by ordering in any of our five open cuisines with Chinese, Japanese, Mexican and Italian specialties, as well from our delicious grill menu with special fine cuts and seafood, while enjoying of the famous sunsets of Vallarta. A real “Gourmet Festival”. Open Daily from 7:00 hrs to 23:00 hrs. Smoking and non smoking sections available. Maximum capacity: 252 people.
GOURMET RESTAURANTS
" FRIDA” FINE MEXICAN DINING
Her name evokes magic and mystery, in it nests the deepest mexicanity. A palate of aromas and flavor, which mix culinary delights. Every dish is full of art, color and awe. From yellow to purple, from tomato to thyme, Frida´s cuisine is a masterpiece that enriches our vast culinary heritage. Menu samplings include: Pork Roasted Filet with Eucalyptus honey on green applesauce, and Volcano Mousse and Salmon Roll served on lobster tail and chili cascabel sauce. Open daily from 18:00-24:00 hrs. Guitar live music.
Reservation required. Air conditioning or terrace. Located on the second floor above the lobby with Front Ocean view. Families with children under 10 years allowed only during the first sitting.
Dress code: Resort Casual (Males: long pants, no shorts, no sandals). Capacity: 112 people.
“LUCCA” RESTAURANT
Serving flavorful Italian-Mediterranean cuisine, invites guests to an elegant experience on a sea of culinary delights. The Romanesque design only hints at a savory meat, pasta and seafood dishes that whet diners´ appetites. Dishes include: Agnello de Lucca, roasted leg of lamb served with eggplant caviar marinated with thyme infusion sauce, and Robalo al Duo di Pesto, Roasted Sea Bass au Pesto, Basil and Black Olives sauce on Ravioli and mushrooms bed. Open daily from 18:00-24:00 hrs. Piano live music.
Reservation required. Air conditioning. Located on the second floor above the lobby with Front Ocean view. Families with children under 10 years allowed only during the first sitting.
Dress code: Resort Casual (Males: long pants, no shorts, no sandals). Capacity: 124 people.
“PIAF” RESTAURANT NEW
It is spoken, it is longed, and it is tasted. Piaf´s cuisine is a passion represented in a traditional way, respecting protocols and gastronomical customs of the French classic cuisine, with innovating spirit. In it you will find the perfect combination of charming presence, harmony, and elegant simplicity. Menu samplings include: Foie Gras Terrine with caramelized pears and port wine glaze, Snails Bourguignon style, Lamb Rack, Truffle Chicken, Chateau Brian, Saffron Créme Brulee, orange tiles. Open daily from 18:00-24:00 hrs. Violin live music.
Reservation required. Air conditioning. Located on the main lobby level. Age restrictions: Guests 18 years and older only.
Dress code: Resort Casual (Males: long pants, no shorts, no sandals). Capacity: 104 people.
WINE: Frida, Lucca and Piaf offer one of the most extensive collections of international wines in Nuevo Vallarta. Each restaurant’s sommelier can guide diners through the world’s appellations and assure the ideal wine and food pairing.
SELVA DEL MAR
For more informal and fast service, Selva del Mar Snack Bar offers snacks such as hamburgers, hot dogs, pizzas, salads, ceviches and guacamole! Open daily from 11:00-18:00 hrs. Located at the pool area overlooking the spectacular Banderas Bay.
AQUA BAR
Swim-up bar provide guests the option to drink and snack with convenience. During the day, those taking a dip can swim over to the cabaña bar for a refreshing afternoon tropical drink. Open daily from 11:00-19:00 hrs.
LOBBY BAR
At night, the Lobby Bar comes to life with luscious libation and appetizing edibles. Gathering point per excellence. Live versatile Band nightly from 21:00-01:00 hrs. Air conditioning and terrace. Casual ambiance. Lobby Bar opens daily from 17:00-02:00 hrs. Located at the main lobby level.
IN-SUITE DINING 24-hour
If you prefer to enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner in the privacy of your suite, 24-hour in-suite dining is available and part of your “Grand All-Inclusive” features. Pre-established menu.
MINIBAR
The in- suite minibar includes beers, soft drinks, bottle water, and snacks such as peanuts, potato chips and granola bars. Minibar is included and part of your “Grand All-Inclusive” features. Minibar is fulfilled once a day.
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Judy and Maria's Summation of Grand Velas All-Suite Resort and Spa
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Judy and Maria's Summation of the Grand Velas Suite Resort and Spa
In our opinion, The Grand Velas All-Suite Resort and Spa is the epitome of luxury. It is a unique, small  resort that caters to the guests’ every want and desire.
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The only 5-Diamond All-Inclusive resort in Puerto Vallarta
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Member of the Leading Hotels of the world
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The 7-steps spa is luxurious and pampering. (fee)
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Tennis courts
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Gym
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Yoga, Pilates and meditation classes
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The tiered infinity pool is heated and each tier is a different temperature. A boardwalk crosses the center of the pool and gives guests the effect of walking on water. Even the children’s pool is luxurious.
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Coming soon, IPODs for guests to use at the pool.
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Infinity pool with three different water temperatures. Views of the pool; and ocean from the lobby are absolutely awe-inspiring.
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The stylishly decorated suites are elegant, plush, fresh, large and comfortable and feature fine touches such as leather at the bottom of the bed, wooden umbrella stands, huge lounges on the balcony, and luxurious amenities.
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Four exquisite restaurants. Dining is a culinary delight -- the finest linens, china, crystal and decor. Menu options offer guests the opportunity to experience diverse cuisine and dining at its best. The new French Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta
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24-hour limited suite service
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Childrens program for age4s 4 to 12 from 9 am to 5 pm.
- Grand Velas Resort is a taxi ride from the major Puerto Vallarta tourist attractions such as shopping, restaurants, cafes, nightlife and the marina.
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Grand Velas is the perfect selection for a honeymoon, a spa retreat, or a romantic get-a-way for your special person.
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The Grand Velas Resort features wireless internet service (fee). Guests can access their computers almost anywhere in the resort complex.
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Grand Velas Resort guests can experience the best of everything during their vacation at this hotel -- luxury, sophistication, fine dining, pampering, and comfort levels fulfilling the grandest of expectations.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE: please plan on booking your Grand Velas Resort vacation well in advance -- book early or you will not get into this resort.
The Grand Velas Resort and Spa is a sparkling diamond that is centrally located in the Nuevo District (new) of Puerto Vallarta. The Grand Velas Resort is unique and affords guests every luxury imaginable. For those who require the very best, The Grand Velas Suite Resort and Spa, in our opinion, is the very best luxury all-inclusive hotel in Puerto Vallarta.
Give us a call today at 877-380-4142 or email: travel@jmtravel.com for additional information. You won't be sorry!
Grand Velas All Suites Resort & Spa Contact Information
Avenue Cocoteros No. 98 sur
Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit
Mexico, C.P. 63735
Tel. 011-52 (322) 226.80.40
Fax: 011-52 (322) 297.20.05
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