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The Art of Tequila and Music Under the Sun
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November 18, 2010
 For a truly Mexican scene, it would be enough to arrive in Tequila, Jalisco, and discover men harvesting agave on the fields. But this is only part of this route, for a stop in the cosmopolitan tapatia (nickname for Guadalajara) capital is also a must, as well as arriving in the Pacific coast to visit everywhere from the classical port of Manzanillo to the small fishing towns in Nayarit. This route is accompanied by volcanic landscapes, good music, delicious gastronomy and, as should be, a good straight tequila.
Destinations that make up the Route
GUADALAJARA
A cosmopolitan city that offers both traditional cuisine and typical dances, or modern art galleries, Guadalajara is the perfect combination between past and present; in the past years it has also proven that as a metropolis, there is nothing to envy Mexico City. A visitor can tour the imposing Hospicio Cabanas during the morning - with murals by Jose Clemente Orozco - , have lunch at a fashionable spot, and at night go out to a gallery/bar, where the best local contemporary art is exhibited.
TEQUILA
If there is a tour in Jalisco that you can't miss it is undoubtedly around Tequila, a region that boasts the designation of origin of the coveted drink by the same name. Only the product of blue agaves grown in these lands has the right to bear the name. Thanks to the popularity of the drink, each day there are more and more haciendas that open their doors to visitors and allow discovering the secrets behind the manufacture of this distilled beverage.
PUERTO VALLARTA
Years go by, and Puerto Vallarta does not go out of style. A favorite for domestic and international tourists who are seeking a few days of peace with view of the sea, Vallarta has options for every budget and all personalities. From those who want to party, to those who are chasing first-rate cuisine, there is something for everyone here. Also, because it is near Guadalajara, this has been a favorite for tapatio (Guadalajara inhabitants) weekends for many years.
RIVIERA NAYARIT
Extending into the large Banderas Bay (between Jalisco and Nayarit), this new tourist development guarantees its visitors spectacular landscapes, first world services and, above all, very nice vacations. In the past few years, top category hotels have opened their doors in the area known as Punta Mita, on the Nayarit side of the bay. There are also some small towns, like Sayulita, where you can still have a more authentic experience by coexisting with local inhabitants and enjoying a simple, yet delicious, gastronomy.
COLIMA
Although not much is said about Colima's appeals, the truth is that this small capital city nested between a beautiful natural landscape and an imposing volcano, watching over everything from its height, is one of the cities with the best lifestyle in the country. Here, education, health and work are not a problem, and this is something you can feel when walking the streets, which are peaceful and serene. There is also a general ambiance that invites you to rest and relax; something that can be combined with excursions to interesting places nearby, like the volcano itself or the archeological sites of La Campana and El Chanal.
COMALA
It can sound like a common place, but Comala is the nearly perfect representation of the Mexican small town, with its well-kept adobe walls and narrow streets. Whoever to travel this destination feels, instantly, will be transported to a different era. And Comala inhabitants, with good instinct, have understood how to take advantage of these tourist attractions. At the portals in the central plaza, you can enjoy all sorts of delicacies and regional traditional snacks. This is also the entrance to the majestic Colima volcano.
MANZANILLO
This is one of the most important ports in the Mexican Pacific; but not only that: here, an important tourist industry was developed which combines perfectly with the city's life. Although there are hotels, traditionally famous, which continue to be the arriving point for visitors, there are also small beaches that are less explored which are worth visiting. You should also try the local gastronomy, which is based in fresh products that arrive each day from the sea.
Jalisco
This land is the paradise of beach resorts and Colonial cities full of interesting buildings. At the same time that life goes on safely and calmly in its capital, on the coasts you can enjoy beautiful sights of the Pacific Ocean. In between, there are spectacular tours to be made around the Colima volcano. The National Park that surrounds it is one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.
Nayarit
When hearing the word Nayarit, some people will first think of the lovely handicrafts made by Huichol people (with colorful beads and designs that are almost psychedelic), others will remember its beautiful beaches (many of them still virgin), while still others will think of the charm of towns like San Blas. The truth is that there are options for everyone. In the past years, the Riviera Nayarit, which extends northbound from the border with Jalisco, is an area with the greatest tourist development for demanding travelers.
Colima
Although not much is said about Colimas appeals, the truth is that this small capital city nested between a beautiful natural landscape and an imposing volcano, watching over everything from its height, is one of the cities with the best lifestyle in the country. Here, education, health and work are not a problem, and this is something you can feel when walking the streets, which are peaceful and serene. There is also a general ambiance that invites you to rest and relax; something that can be combined with excursions to interesting places nearby, like the volcano itself or the archeological sites of La Campana and El Chanal.
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