Where is Riviera Nayarit?

According to Wikipedia

Riviera Nayarit is a stretch of coastline between the port of San Blas in the Mexican state of Nayarit southward to where the Río Ameca or Ameca River empties into Banderas Bay. It includes such notable sites as Chacala Bay, Chacalilla, the archeological zone of the Alta Vista, Aticama, Bucerías, Sayulita, San Francisco, Lo de Marcos, Los Ayala, Rincón de Guayabitos and Peñita de Jaltemba.

All About Puerto Vallarta offers a glimpse of the Riviera Nayarit area.

Americans Confirm That Travel to Mexico is Safe

We all know the sheer amount of news that is being emitted on the Mexican drug wars is hard to tune out. But while this kind of news dominates American media, normal life continues in the majority of Mexico. For instance, San Miguel de Allende is reported to be particularly safe, with many Americans traveling to San Miguel de Allende in search of tranquility, colonial architecture and rich culture. Read the testimonials of the new American expats and visitors in San Miguel de Allende and find out why they feel Mexico is a very safe place.

Report: Crime Rates in Some States Higher than On U.S.-Mexico Border

In conjunction with my last post on myths about travel in Mexico, I found an article that takes information from El Paso Times that confirms that Mexico is safe, even at the border-- something few have been saying recently. The data shown points out that U.S. cities are, on average, much more unsafe and that cities and towns near the border of Mexico "have some of the lowest crime rates in the nation".

Read this article that breaks down the details of the El Paso Times report.

Ranking of 12 Overseas Retirement Spots

U.S. News is one of my favorite sources for news on retirement abroad, since it offers real advice as to what living in specific countries can cost and how equipped your new retirement spot will be. This article has several charts with information that's important to know if you're moving to another location overseas. It compares weather with infraestructure, and even how well you can get by with just English.

Learn from Mexican Chef Roberto Santibanez

I bet you've said to yourself a thousand times: "When I retire, I'll take up cooking again", dreaming of all of the fabulous dishes you were going to make, and the recognition you would garner from friends, family, and neighbors.

Now that you're retired and have all the time in the world, why not start? Here's an amazing, easy cookbook called “Truly Mexican” for finally making those authentic, delicious meals.

A native of Mexico City and chef at Brooklyn's Fonda, Santibanez focuses on teaching neophytes the essential building blocks of Mexican cuisine.

Check out the full details here.

Golf in Riviera Nayarit: Among Best in World

Recently, El Tigre Golf & Country Club at Paradise Village, located in Nuevo Vallarta, was recognized as one of the best 1,000 golf courses in the world. This puts Riviera Nayarit's El Tigre Golf and Country Club in the running as one of the best and most challenging golf courses in the PGA category, on top of being among the courses with the best services.

After an extensive selection process considering a total of 35,000 courses around the world, Rolex, the luxury watchmaker heavily involved in the golf world, published its ranking of 1,000 golf courses around the world. Riviera Nayarit has six operational world-class golf courses and another three currently under development. Read more about Riviera Nayarit's wonderful golf courses here.

Exploring Mexico? How About Trying an RV Tour?

Can you imagine? Beautiful weather, beautiful beaches, delicious meals, all throughout Mexico and at your own whim? RV tours through Mexico are one of the best ways to travel in the country because they ensure that motorists are provided with all the necessary amenities for any adventure, giving them the capability to visit any of Mexico's beautiful destinations at their own will.

In an article by Clinton Hesler from Digital Recording, Hesler said, “The Mexicans are steadily improving their toll road system between cities,” resulting in safer travel and increased commerce. More efficient highways and bypass roads are also in the process of being built throughout the country.