MEMBER PROFILE
FOUR SEASONS PUNTA MITA
Infusing the
Local Flavors
of Mexico
B Y M A E M A Ñ AC A P - J O H N S O N
N
estled along a small fishing village in Nayarit, Four Seasons Punta
Mita is known to draw in global guests looking to explore the local
flavors of Mexico. Guests, for instance, are treated to Mexicaninspired accommodations through the resort’s 173 renovated guest
rooms and suites that reflect the modern casita design. All throughout the property,
experiences are created to honor the local traditions of the Huichol Indians, native
Mexicans living in the Sierra Madre Occidental range in the Mexican states, which
include Nayarit. For example, the resort’s pool complex is named “Tamai,” which
means “star” in the Huichol Indian language.
Undoubtedly one of Four Seasons Punta Mita’s most unique experiences is
“The Ultimate Tequila Tour” which provides guests a one-of-a-kind excursion to
the family-run Jose Cuervo distillery in Tequila, the region that gave birth to
Mexico’s national icon. Taking a private helicopter ride, guests get to see the
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October 2015
VIVIANA QUESADA
Senior Spa Director
Four Seasons Punta Mita
Nayarit, Mexico