Mexico’s annual travel trade show, Tianguis Turistico, taking place in Puerto Vallarta’s International Convention Center this week March 25-28, 2012, is looking to be one of the most successful in the event’s 37-year history. In inaugurating Tianguis, Mexican President Felipe Calderon said this year’s event is expected to generate US$140 million in revenue. He also … Continue reading »
Feb
15
Mexico Sets New Visitor Record
“MEXICO CITY, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — SECTUR, The Mexican Ministry of Tourism revealed that 2011 was a record breaking year for tourism. 22.67 million international travelers visited Mexico in 2011; this represents an increase of 2 percent on 2010, a 5.7 percent increase on 2009, and a 0.2 percent increase on 2008 – historically … Continue reading »
Feb
11
December 2011 See Record Visitor Arrivals
A recent article in the Financial Times highlighted Mexico’s record-breaking number of international tourists in December 2011, and confidently stated that Mexico’s tourism sector “has never been stronger.” According to figures published by the tourism ministry, 1,072,180 foreign tourists visited Mexico in December 2011, 13 percent more than during December 2010. These 1 million visitors … Continue reading »
Nov
30
Banderas Bay Beckons: the ALL NEW Tianguis 2012
Tianguis Turistico will be held for the first time in 36 years in a new destination: the Pacific resorts of Puerto Vallarta and neighboring Riviera Nayarit. While agent enrollment details are still pending, we encourage you to ‘SAVE THE DATE’ March 25-28, and look for event registration in the coming days. Click here to learn … Continue reading »
Nov
30
Mariachi Recognized by UNESCO
The United Nations’ cultural organization recognized mariachi music Sunday in a move that Mexican authorities hope will help preserve the well-known tradition. Putting mariachi on the list could increase awareness of the music, UNESCO said in a statement Sunday. “Learning by ear is the main means of transmission of traditional Mariachi, and the skill is … Continue reading »
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