press_new.html Newsletter Mexico Press en Copyright 2009, Newlink Group. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST Newsletter In house http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss/ press_report.html The month of April is a quilt of culture. Visitors looking for things to do in Mexico’s different destinations will not be disappointed once they discover the countless amounts of festivals and events ranging from book fairs, music and films festivals to poetry, dances and theatre. What better way to visit the array of historic buildings, archaeological sites, plazas and zocalos of the charming cities and towns of Mexico than by attending first class cultural events. Here are some of the cultural events taking place this month around Mexico. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST press_report.html This cultural festival takes place to commemorate the capital city of the State of Queretaro, Santiago de Queretaro. From April 12th through the 19th,an array of interesting activities such as music, theatre, concerts, exhibits and food festivals are offered to visitors. http://www.queretaro.travel/eng_index.html Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:01 PST press_report.html During Easter, the beautiful city of San Miguel becomes a unique backdrop for the most amazing stories and marionettes traveling from around the world to amuse kids, families and visitors. From April 13th through April 19th, in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, the 6th Marionette Festival takes place offering visitors free outdoor performances at the main plaza and theatrical presentations at the beautiful Angela Peralta Theater and the Fine Arts Palace. www.turismosanmiguel.com.mx http://www.festivaldetiteres.com/ Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:02 PST press_report.html April 18th to May 10th With more than 180 years of history, this remarkable, vivid and broad fair includes theater, literature, arts, children activities and traditional practices such as charreria, bull fighting and livestock expositions. Each year the Fair showcases a guest country and a Mexican state; for the 2009 edition the guests will be France and Nuevo Leon. http://www.feriadesanmarcos.gob.mx/ www.feriadesanmarcos.com www.aguascalientes.gob.mx/sectur/ Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:03 PST press_destination.html No one would ever think that a computer generated tourist destination would become Mexico’s top tourist spot. Established less then 40 years ago, Cancun has set an international standard for quality, entertainment, luxury and the best in service that remains in the minds of travelers. Being Mexico’s Caribbean jewel with 14 miles of white powdery beaches, Cancun’s greatest asset is the warmth of the locals who will make you feel right at home. Start your trip by learning about the Mayan civilization visiting nearby archeological sites such as Chichen Itza or Tulum, then go shopping at La Isla Shopping mall where you can visit the Interactive Aquarium.. If you just want to relax you can lie on the beach or get tan at the hotel pool while sipping on cold drinks. Another good way to relax is by visiting one of Cancun’s signature spas and getting the ultimate Hollywood treatment combining natural elements with Mayan rituals. For the golfer in you, play a round at one of 10 challenging signature courses and spice up the evening with dinner at one of the city’s five- diamond restaurants featuring the creations of world renowned chefs like Michelle Bernstein. Also, try local favorites such as Margaritaville and Laguna Grill or master your chef skills at The Ritz Carlton’s culinary school. Cancun is also the perfect romantic gateway for those planning to tie the knot in an exotic setting surrounded by lush tropical sceneries, beautiful beaches, and historic archeological sites, while onboard a luxury yacht or at one of the many indoor and outdoor locations offered by hotels in the Hotel Zone. For ecotourism, you can swim in the cenotes, visit Mayan villages, snorkel in the world’s second largest coral reef, deep dive or fish, and swim with whale sharks all summer. For more information, please visit: www.cancun.travel http://www.cancungolf.org/ http://www.selvatica.com.mx/ http://www.kanche.org/ http://www.puertaverde.com.mx/ http://www.caracolplaza.com/ http://www.interactivedolphins.com/flash_ing.html Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:04 PST press_briefs.html As part of new tourism ventures, Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Rodolfo Elizondo, recently named the municipality of Sinaloa’s fort, “El Fuerte de Sinaloa,” the country’s 36th Magical Town , and the second one in the state. Built in 1610, close to Los Mochis and Los Alamos in the neighboring state of Sonora, this fort is not only famous for its cultural and historical background, it is also known as “Zorro’s Cradle” because legend has it that the famous Diego de La Vega was born here and ultimately became known as Zorro. In hopes of maintaining the true “magic” of these 36 Magical Towns, Elizondo recently established a new re-certification process allowing the opportunity to measure the development and tourism impact of each town, as well as ultimately guaranteeing the exceptional experience these towns have to offer. The naming of El Fuerte as a Magic Town brings tourism investment, as Sinaloa will also be receiving more than 6 million dollars in funding to be allocated in tentative tourism projects, promotion and technical assistance. For further information on El Fuerte, please visit, www.vivesinaloa.com. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:05 PST press_briefs.html Mexico continues to expand its cultural offer with the National Institute of Anthropology and History’s (INAH) opening of three new archaeological sites in 2009. The first site to open will be the Cañada de la Virgen (The Gorge of the Virgin), in the state of Guanajuato, located about 18 miles away from San Miguel de Allende. This “cosmic watch,” as it is called by astronomers and archaeologists will only allow 300 visitors per day accompanied by guides. The state of Chiapas will open Chiapa de Corzo, where one can tour the Cañón del Sumidero (Sumidero Canyon) or visit the ex Convent of Santo Domingo to see some archaeological findings. The Bocana del Rio Copalita (Lagoon of the Copalita River), which was discovered in 1985 in Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca, will open its doors to display the cultures of the lower region of the Oaxacan coast. For more information please visit: www.canadadelavirgen.com www.sumidero.com www.aoaxaca.com Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:06 PST press_briefs.html Many states in Mexico celebrate their tradition with fairs but Aguascalientes definitely hosts one of the most important: The San Marcos Fair. With a tradition dating back 181 years, The San Marcos Fair takes place from April 18th to May 10th, offering a rich variety of cultural events and food typical to its people. Visitors will immerse themselves in Mexican culture as they are entertained by in the performance of “Voladores de Papantla,” at the Palenque by night, and traditional bull fights by day. The fair is also a place for aspiring bull fighters to demonstrate their skills in the novilladas, where they can challenge younger bulls. The San Marcos Fair offers something for everybody, from marionettes and educational petting zoos for young children, to bars and clubs for the older crowd. The fair even has its own casino for those seeking more excitement. But there’s more in Aguascalientes than just the fair. Impressive architecture, such as the San Marcos Temple, and markets selling typical dresses, display the city’s cultural richness. If you want to come to close encounters with Mexican culture, The San Marcos Fair is perfect for you. Its unique Mexican traditions and welcoming people will make your visit to Mexico unforgettable. For more information, please visit: www.feriadesanmarcos.com www.aguascalientes.gob.mx/sectur/ http://www.explorandomexico.com/about-mexico/11/29/ http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/travel/tonysarticles/tbsanmarcosfair.html Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:07 PST press_briefs.html The Mexico Tourism Board participated with great success in this year’s 2009 Sony Ericsson Open, which took place from March 25 through April 5 in Key Biscayne, Florida. Visitors gathered at the Mexico booth to receive information of the amazing beach destinations the country has to offer and to photograph themselves in different locations in such as the arch formation in Los Cabos, the classic La Quebrada cliff in Acapulco and the archeological site of Tulum in the turquoise waters of the Riviera Maya. On Friday 27th, a crowd of over 14,000 cheered as they heard the announcement of a great giveaway from the MTB, the lucky winner received a round trip package with accommodations to the Riviera Maya. Many more raffles for different destinations like this one took place throughout the event, while the fans enjoyed the games with Mexican-themed cocktails. Tennis fans and fashionistas alike gathered on April 1st at a fashion show, presented by the MTB, to preview the silky Spring/Summer 2009 collection of Mexican Fashion House Pineda Covalin. Mexico’s participation at the SEO was a total success, so much you could say it was the perfect “match!” Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:08 PST