August 2017 Newsletter

Nizuc Resort & Spa has been included in the best Resort Hotel. Mexico category in the 2017 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe – to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. “We are thrilled that the savvy readers at Travel + Leisure have recognized NIZUC again for this honor. The hotel prides itself on creating an unforgettable experience for its guests, with exemplary service and a dedicated staff. We will continue to be a leader of excellence in the luxury hospitality industry for years to come” said Darrick Eman. Global Director of Sales and Marketing.  Punta Nizuc is a breathtaking backdrop for NIZUC Resort & Spa, located on 29 acres of exclusive beachfront property overlooking turquoise waters, this intimate hideaway is 15 minutes from the airport. Offering guests sophistication ans relaxation, the 274-room resort features six world-class restaurants, three bars, beautiful black mosaic pools, kids club, a 30,000 sq ft spa, conference center, 2 tennis courts and non-motorized water activities.

Over 100 professionals from the Cancun area participated in the certified meeting specialist classes last week in CANCUN presented by Fernando Compean CMS, CITE, CIS. MIE Chicago account Manager Gabriela Herrera is also a certified CMS. MIE is proud to support our team with furthering there education. Congratulations to all.

Grand Velas Los Cabos,  announces that two star Michelin chef Chef Sidney Schutte will head up  its signature Cocina de Autor restaurant. Netherlands’ rising star Vincent Colauto will be chef de cuisine. Chef Schutte’s Dutch heritage, passion for traveling and four years in Asia shaped his palate and inspires him to present different taste sensations in a single meal. Ingredients themselves are a source of creative inspiration. “My cuisine is distinctive for its outspoken flavors that pop. I create a culinary experience with multiple dishes with the finest ingredients from the best local and international purveyors, and that’s what we’ll do at Cocina de Autor,” said Schutte. Velas Resorts’ Cocina de Autor signature restaurant was originally launched at Grand Velas Riviera Maya where it continues to be overseen by award winning culinary stars Mikel Alonso and Bruno Oteiza, disciples of uber chef Juan

Approval has been given for the creation of another Riviera Maya hotel. With an investment of nearly one billion peso, the project Garza Blanca Resort and Spa Riviera Maya, has been approved. The luxury apartment and condo hotel project, headed by Banco Mercantile del Norte, succeeded in obtaining a land use change of approximately 42 hectares. The approved change of land use will allow the hotel group to construct and operate an all-inclusive hotel resort with 150 three-bedroom apartments and two sets of condo hotels. The hotels will be two 8-level oceanfront buildings and will feature swimming pools, restaurants, bars, outdoor lounging areas and solariums. The hotel will be located north of Playa del Carmen and is expected to open in 2017.