Britni Rachal

Share The crisp and oceanic salty scents of the Pacific, sounds of larger-size waves crashing up to five feet, and a tropical warmth coupled with the seaside breeze. These are just some of the perks of being within the natural beauty of Nayarit, Mexico. Located only 10 to 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, the area is known for rich, authentic Mexican culture, cuisine, and adventure.

Share This year’s event, held Feb. 7-15, featured matches with top tennis stars, as well as dozens of activations, including wine-bar popups sponsored by its Official Wine Partner DAOU Vineyards. American Ben Shelton took this year’s championship title, defeating fellow American Taylor Fritz in the finals for singles.

Share A beautiful sentiment engrained in a wooden sign attached to a Framboyan tree sprawled through the 485 acres of natural rainforest and jungle-like beauty situated in a backdrop of clear blue ocean waters. Sandos Caracol is just one of three Sandos resorts off the Caribbean of Mexico. Natural beauty, cultural history, and sustainability initiatives are a priority at all three properties, which also include Sandos Cancun and Sandos Playacar.