Only 20 minutes North of Puerto Vallarta, Bucerias (Boo-suh-rias) is nestled towards the North shore of Banderas Bay (Bahía de Banderas). Once considered a fishing village, it has become a home & favorite vacation spot to many that like the slighter, quieter side of life. It is known for it’s slower pace yet has all the amenities that one needs to get away, get spoiled or simply be part of the local culture. Bucerias’ 5-mile stretch of soft sandy beaches, cobblestone streets and heartwarming charm give you the feel of simpler times. Founded in the 1930’s, Bucerias is now home to some 17,000 residents made up mostly of Spanish speaking Mexicans. Many from Canada & the US have also chosen to settle here. Along or near the wide stretched sandy beaches is a great selection of restaurants ranging from upscale to simple & quaint. Lots to do here! Some say that Puerto Vallarta was like this some 40 years ago. Describing the town: Our roads, many hand built - stone by stone! Its amazing to see, it carries the old world feel. You walk on it and realize "this was built by hand". You know you are experiencing Mexico when you see the town and how it was built. Careful what shoes you wear and always watch your step. Stretching Northwards from the quaint town of Jarretaderas to the forgotten paradise of Lo de Marcos and encompassing a world of vacation possibilities in between. Riviera Nayarit is home to an amazing array of sights and activities to satisfy the palate of the most demanding traveler. Accommodations: From a quaint "Posada" hotel on a forgotten beach, to the ultra modern family travel oriented resorts in upscale Nuevo Vallarta and Flamingos, Riviera Nayarit has the kind of accommodations and services that will send you home refreshed and rejuvenated. If exclusive special category retreats are more your style, take a look at the elegant luxury embodied in the resorts of Punta de Mita. Activities: With 7 world class golf courses in the area, including the home of the 2002 EMC World Cup, Riviera Nayarit is fast becoming a golfer's paradise. Other activities like bay cruises, city tours, whale watching, swimming with dolphins, snorkeling, scuba, hiking, biking, horseback riding (the list goes on and on!), and nearly 50 miles of unspoiled beaches, bays and coastline waiting to be discovered, all combine to make a visit to Riviera Nayarit the experience of a lifetime and keep you coming back for more!