Cultural Immersion at CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Merilee Kern - The Luxe List
go to original June 25, 2014

There is just nothing quite like a vacation to an exotic foreign land - especially one that immerses visitors in the local culture so they can enjoy the essence of the region in an authentic way. This the CasaMagna Marriott Resort & Spa in Puerto Vallarta delivers in droves, offering guests the opportunity to partake in a bevy of genuine experiences that exemplify why Puerto Vallarta has become one of my favorite Mexican destinations.

It was toward the end of spring when I visited the CasaMagna Marriott - just before the annual rainy season so the weather was hot and sunny, but without the oppressive humidity notorious in the summer months. It was perfect since my intention was to sunbathe both beach and pool-side often throughout my stay. This is made easy since the resort is optimally situated right on the Pacific coastline nestled alongside the “Banderas Curve.” The property’s particular location offers breathtaking views of the Sierra Madre Mountains from both the expansive pool deck and the adjacent private beach just beyond. With no other commercial or residential properties in plain sight, it feels like this resort inhabits its own private island.

Attitude of Gratitude

As a premier Mexico-based Marriott property, it’s apparent that CasaMagna Marriott prides itself on offering a litany of rich and unique offerings that are representative of Puerto Vallarta on the whole in tandem with gracious hospitality that’s doled out in abundance. Travel anywhere throughout this city and you will quickly note how charming and affable the locals are and how appreciative they are toward tourists. This cordiality is equally engrained in the staff at CasaMagna Marriott where genuine smiles, warm greetings and gratefulness is plentiful.

Ample Accommodations

The CasaMagna Marriott has 433 complete guest rooms, 29 of which are executive-quality suites with large, private balconies that overlook the property’s spectacular infinity pool, tropical landscaping and the vast ocean backdrop. Also serving as an outstanding retreat for families, the resort has been touted as “the most kid-friendly resort in Mexico” by Travel + Leisure Family. Abundant in kid-safe entertainment, children can enjoy playground equipment, picnic facilities, and a shallow kiddie pool surrounded by soft sand. To give a more immersive experience to kids at the resort, there are also Spanish and cultural lessons, barro clay pottery painting, bilingual folktales and cooking classes tailored for the youngsters.

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