SUNSETS Smiles L et’s be honest—leaving the country for vacation is stress- ful enough, but throw kids into the mix and you’re officially at max-anxiety capacity. So when we arrived Banderas Bay where the jungle meets the sea, it’s more than just a beach getaway. We soaked up the sun and tried fun water in RIVIERA NAYARIT & Publisher Amy L. Foreman
surviving almost entirely on chicken nuggets and mocktails. (The piña colada and “Superman”—a red and blue Shirley Temple combo—were the kids favorites.) The poolside service was next-level; by midweek, our waiter not only knew our entire order but was slipping my husband off-menu dishes and cocktails he swore by. And can we talk about the Kids and Teens Clubs? Lifesavers. When the boys had their fill of the pool, they darted off to the Summer Land Kids Club for water slides, soccer, and endless games. By day two, the staff knew one of my sons by name and greeted him like an old friend—such a personal touch that melted my heart. After dinner, my daughter enjoyed her quiet time in the room and the boys leveled up to the Teens Club, where they played pool,
activities like boogie boarding and jet skiing. If you are looking for an adven- ture off the property, you can go on jungle adventures, explore charming local towns, and even spot humpback whales and dol- phins. There’s also snorkeling, fishing, and ziplining. Honestly, it’s the kind of vacation where you come home with way too many favorite memories and wish you had just a few more days. Mornings quickly became a routine at Azul, the breakfast buffet that made me crave fresh fruit and made-to-order om- elets before I’d even gone to bed. Days were spent poolside, where my daughter proudly became the “first in, last out” swimmer,
16 COLORADO PARENT OCTOBER 2025 28 OCTOBER 2025 | BRPARENTS.COM vacation spots that truly has something for everyone, and as a mom, I loved how family-friendly it felt. Nestled on beautiful at the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, the warm welcome of cold washcloths and refreshing drinks was exactly what this frazzled mom needed. The view while checking in—sparkling pools stretching toward Banderas Bay—didn’t hurt either. Since we’re a family of five, we opted for two connecting rooms. Best decision ever. We had space, the kids had theirs, and everyone was happy. Vallarta-Nayarit is one of those
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