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CANADIANS CAN NOW GET MONEY BACK FROM THEIR PURCHASES WHILE VISITNG MEXICO

Travellers can claim back 8.9% of the total spend shopping, refund is deposited directly to their credit cards

Vancouver, Canada (September 09, 2015)- For many Canadians all is the perfect time of the year to plan a Winter family getaway. This year there are two more reasons why Canadians should choose Mexico. First of all, Canadian dollar has held its value against Mexican peso at an average rate of $12.60 pesos per dollar. Secondly, Canadians can now get a sales tax-refund of 8.9% of the total they spend while in Mexico. This means that regardless of your destination, vacationing in Mexico is more affordable than ever.

For a short period of time Danielle Van Der Kwartel, General Director of MONEYBACK, is in Canada to talk about how Canadians can get their money back when shopping in Mexico and instructing travel agents on how to assist their clients before leaving Canada.

MONEYBACK, Mexico’s leading tax-refund company, offers shoppers a guilt-free shopping experience by refunding 8.9% of the total amount they spend when traveling to Mexico. Items including jewelry, clothes, electronics, alcohol and handcrafts among others are eligible for a refund. Receiving your money back is fast and convenient. Filling out the forms takes only a few minutes and it can be done at the convenience of the airport or cruise port. To receive their refund, Canadian travelers must follow the next easy steps:

Shop at any of the 6,000 participating stores, including Costco, Sears, Louis Vuitton, Coach, Nine West, Diamonds International, MAC, Kenneth Cole and many more. (For all the affiliated stores visit: http://moneyback.mx/shophere-taxback.html)

When paying with a credit card spend a minimum of $1,200 pesos (approx. $93.00 CAD). If you are paying with cash there is no minimum required but purchases are limited to $3,000 pesos (approx. $232 CAD USD)

Save your invoices

Submit your invoices along with the shopping incentive refund form, credit card vouchers, copy of your passport, cruise ID or immigration form and boarding pass at any of MONEYBACK’s 55 service locations found at airports and cruise ports

Receive your 8.9% refund directly in your credit card less than 45 days after submitting your invoices
MONEYBACK’s tax-refund also applies to any shopping expenses at Xcaret, Xel-Ha and Delphinus. That is 8.9% of the total you spend that can be used for your next family getaway. The more you buy, the more you receive!

To learn more about MONEYBACK, participating stores and locations please visit: http://moneyback.mx/

PRESS CONTACT
Veronica Rivas
vrivas@inter-active.ca
778-996-2845

Clara Torres
ctorres@moneyback.mx

About MONEYBACK

MONEYBACK is Mexico’s leading tax refund service provider for international travelers with over 50 service locations throughout the country, covering 98% of all the points of departure. MONEYBACK opened its doors in August 2008, offering tax refund services in Mexico City and Los Cabos. Since then, the company has expanded to Cancun, Cozumel, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, among many other destinations in Mexico. Operated by travel industry professionals who understand the needs of international travelers visiting Mexico, MONEYBACK prides in offering fast and efficient tax refund services to leisure and business travelers. Mexico’s leading tax return company refunds 8.9% of shopping expenses to international travelers. MONEYBACK’s goal is to promote the best leisure and business shopping destinations in Mexico. For more information please visit: www.moneyback.mx.

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Mexico Boutique Hotels Adds Six New Properties to Its Curated Collection

From Art Centric to Eco Escapes,
Mexico Boutique Hotels Adds Six New Properties to Its Curated Collection

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (June 25, 2013) – Mexico Boutique Hotels, a full-service online hotel collection has added six new hotels to its already extraordinary and eclectic mix of properties.  MBH now boasts 35 properties in its curated collection, with plans for additional members in the coming months.

Art: La Casa del Atrio – Queretaro: Situated on a UNESCO World Heritage Site is the converted 19th century home, La Casa del Atrio, the epicenter of art and culture in Queretaro. As avid art collectors, the owners curate each of the six suites with works of art for an in-room gallery experience.  The hosts are ambassadors of the destination with a range of recommendations of nearby attractions like museums, architecture, parks, and restaurants. View the hotel

 La Casa del Atrio

Beach: Las Palmas Resort – Huatulco: Las Palmas is perched on a cliff with unparalleled views of Violin Bay to one side and Santa Cruz Bay to the other.  Three private villas and five casitas comprise this subtle, refined beach resort with amenities including meals prepared daily by the in house chef.  Remote beaches are nearby and accessible by boat for those looking to explore the locale.  View the hotel

Las Palmas

 

Cuisine: Chantli Mare – La Manzanilla, Jalisco: Chantil Mare is the ultimate intimate escape highlighting beach culture and cuisine. The beach is exclusive to guests, and with only six rooms privacy is easy to find.  With a gourmet menu inspired by the culture of La Manzanilla, Canadian Chef Greg Couillard creates culinary treats, from rustic Mexican lasagna to Vietnamese style shank steak.  View the hotel 

Chantli Mare

 Eco: Argovia Finca Resort – Tapachula, Chiapas: A self-sustaining eco resort, Argovia Finca is a rustic retreat with a diversified agricultural concept that is sure to both educate and fascinate.  Its ten accommodations, a mix of cabins, bungalows, rooms and suites all have unique regional design elements with organic amenities, and located across the property’s nature reserve.  Playing host to both coffee and flower plantation, the breathtaking landscape and cultural medley make for a truly unique Mexico visit.  View the hotel

Argovia Finca Resort

Charm: Hotel Casa Mateo –  San Sebastian Bernal: The sleepy village of San Sebastian Bernal is the go-to spot for city dwellers to wind down.  Quiet and quaint, the seven suites are outfitted for weekend getaways or extended stays with a choice of three venues to enjoy your meals, or opt for room service.  Hotel Casa Mateo is easily accessible from both Mexico City and Queretaro. View the hotel

 Casa Madero

Style: La Casa del Naranjo – Queretaro La Casa del Narajo is a true boutique experience in more ways than one.  This intimate hotel blends antiques with modern style throughout the public spaces and guest rooms, where any of the design elements can be purchased as a truly unique souvenir.  The amenities and aromas are integral parts of the experience as well, with fruit trees across the property and the best orange juice in town – which is no coincidence. View the hotel

La Casa del Naranjo

To experience these or any of Mexico Boutique Hotels’ stylish properties, call 1.855.223.6061 (US and Canada) or visit www.mexicoboutiquehotels.com.

About Mexico Boutique Hotels: Established in 1999, MBH is a collection of upscale, independent member properties (located in 26 destinations throughout Mexico) handpicked for their intimacy, high level of service and outstanding attributes. Some are housed in exquisitely restored buildings, others are paeans to Mexican cuisine, still others showcase the sleekly modern but they each encourage guests to savor the many fascinating traditions of this vast country, and all offer guests a unique travel experience.  Typically less than 30 rooms in size, they are often destinations unto themselves. Based in Puerto Vallarta, MBH is staffed by an experienced team of multicultural and multilingual travel and hospitality professionals who both live and work in Mexico.

 

 

 

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Los Cabos Offers New Hotels, Increased Airlift, and Exciting Adventures in 2013

Los Cabos, Mexico (March 18, 2013) – Set against one of Mexico’s most naturally beautiful backdrops, Los Cabos has long been the destination of choice among sophisticated travelers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime vacation experience and will undoubtedly continue be in the spotlight as new offerings are announced in 2013. Providing travelers the ultimate luxury experience, the addition of new hotels, an improved infrastructure, increased airlift and exciting new adventures in Los Cabos will make the destination a top choice among leisure and business travelers alike.

 Adding to the destination’s already impressive roster of high-end properties, El Ganzo, a 66-room oceanfront property located at the marina in Puerto Los Cabos just five minutes from the historic and charming town of San José del Cabo, recently opened its doors offering the artistic and cultured traveler an experience unlike anywhere else in the destination. Earlier this month, Sandos Finisterra Los Cabos reopened its doors after a multimillion-dollar renovation. Formerly the Finisterra Hotel, the property is the first Sandos resort in Los Cabos and the brand’s fourth venture in Mexico, offering traveler’s 228-renovated, waterfront rooms, a new world-class spa and a top-floor whale-watching bar. Later this year, Secrets Puerto Los Cabos, an adults-only resort, will redefine luxury and relaxation providing guests with 500 spacious suites each featuring a private balcony and terrace. And for the business traveler, the destination is planning to welcome a 157-room Hotel Hyatt Palace in San José del Cabo.

Los Cabos is more prepared than ever to welcome business travelers to the destination in 2013. As the host city for the 2012 G20 Summit, which welcomed world leaders and heads of state to the Baja Peninsula, the destination inaugurated the innovative Los Cabos International Convention Center and a new four-lane highway stretching from Cabo San Lucas to the capital of La Paz positions Los Cabos as top-choice for business travel this year. The convention center offers 72,000 square feet of functional space and capacity to accommodate up to 5,000 people for meetings and 3,000 individuals for banquets. Equipped with solar panels and environmental technology, the Los Cabos Convention Center was designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind and has been designated as a “green” facility. It has the largest green wall in the world, which serves as insulator and prevents the building from overheating in the warm summer months.

For leisure travelers seeking new activities and entertainment in the destination, the recent addition of Cabo Dolphin’s underwater dolphin swim experience and the opening of Rock & Brews restaurant in San Jose del Cabo are the destination’s most noteworthy new offerings. Swimming with the dolphins has been a popular experience in Cabo for travelers, however the new underwater experience puts a new twist on the traditional Dolphin Swim. Also new to Cabo’s long list of fantastic dining and nightlife option, KISS rock legends Paul Stanley and co-founder Gene Simmons joined forces to open the first international location of Simmons restaurant venture, Rock & Brews, in Los Cabos. The restaurant will feature a unique, concert-themed atmosphere and offer al fresco dining, taking advantage of Cabo’s near perfect, year-round weather.

Finally, getting to Los Cabos this year will become increasingly easier from North America with two new direct flight options adding to the already extensive airlift from over 24 US and Canadian cities. Starting June 2, Southwest Airlines will begin daily service between Austin, TX and just this month AirTran Airlines added a direct flight from Denver to Los Cabos. This new flight option follows the addition of another new direct flight from the Orange County gateway from AirTran, which launched in late 2012.

Los Cabos, located at the tip of the 1,000-mile long Baja Peninsula, is home to award-winning hotels, resorts, championship golf courses, rejuvenating spas, world-class sport fishing, and was the host city for the G20 Summit of global leaders this year. With a unique landscape of dramatic desert and white sand beaches, Los Cabos is an exotic escape within easy reach of most U.S. and Canadian cities.  For more information, images and videos from Los Cabos, please visit www.visitloscabos.travel, follow us on Twitter @LOSCABOSCVB and visit our Facebook and YouTube accounts.

 

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20% Last Minute Savings This Winter at Luxury All-Inclusive Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Playa del Carmen, Mexico

(February 1 , 2012) – The luxury all-inclusive Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit offers guests 20% savings on a stay now through April 30, 2012. Also, children under 12 stay for free and teens 13-16 enjoy a 50% savings rate. In addition to all-inclusive rate features, the promotion includes kids club activities, 10% discount on resort boutique and $50 credit that can be used toward golf or spa treatments.

While at the resort, hotel guests can take advantage of Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit’s special 10th Anniversary Spa Menu, where guests choose from the Spa’s 10 most popular treatments from the past 10 years and receive an additional 25-minute massage (Back, Legs, or Face & Head) for only $10. Offered through the end of December, treatments range from the Four Hand Samunprai Massage, to the Magnetic Diamond Treatment and Men’s Facial.

The Velas Resorts’ all-inclusive rates include suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a choice of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24 hr in-suite service, fitness center, taxes and gratuities, and more. All-inclusive rates start at $281 per person per night in double occupancy. For more information and reservations, please call Velas Resorts at 1-888-323-4294 or visit www.velasresorts.com.

About Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit: Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, an all-suites and spa resort located just 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Five-Diamond Award.  The resort features 267 spacious ocean-view suites.  The crown jewel of the resort and a member of Leading Spas of the World, the Spa at Grand Velas features 20 treatment rooms, over 60 spa treatments, gym and exercise room, spa boutique and beauty salon.  The family-friendly resort also offers tiered three-temperature infinity pools, tennis court, 25,321 total sq feet of meeting space and a Kids Club. Nearby are championship golf courses, numerous options for soft adventure, and the charming town of Puerto Vallarta with its many shops, art galleries and nightlife.  Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has received numerous accolades within the industry, including most recently as one of Forbes’ 10 Coolest All-Inclusive Resorts

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Summer Spa Package Offered at Casa Velas Boutique Hotel in Puerto Vallarta

The new Summer spa package at 80-suite Casa Velas, an all-inclusive adults-only boutique hotel and ocean club in Puerto Vallarta, features spa treatments, a guaranteed suite upgrade, 20% discount on additional spa treatments, roundtrip airport transfers, private beachside dinner, and more.

Guests will be treated to one fifty-minute massage per person, per stay, with unlimited use of the spa’s hydrotherapy areas that include pressure showers, steam room with eucalyptus inhalation, and Jacuzzi. Luxury accommodations are in a Grand Class Plus Suite, which features private immersion pool in the garden, Jacuzzi, and spacious terrace, amongst other luxury amenities. Guests will also receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine and chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival, as well as a private four-course beachside dinner.

Available now through December 22, 2012, the three-night Casa Velas Spa-Inclusive Package starts at $360 per person, per night based on double occupancy. Additional nights are $360 per person per night in double occupancy. Rate includes a la carte gourmet dining, 24-hour in-suite service, in –suite snack minibar, as well all taxes and gratuities. For reservations or more information, visit http://www.hotelcasavelas.com/ or call 1-866-529-8813.

Drake & Cavendish, the exclusive luxury travel website, recently named Casa Velas one of its ‘Top 10 Best Luxury Hotels’. Casa Velas is highlighted for offering ‘unforgettable travel experiences including romance, golf, spa, and much more’.

About Casa Velas: Casa Velas, a boutique hotel and ocean club nestled on the greens of Marina Vallarta’s 18-hole golf course, is a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award.  Located just five minutes from Puerto Vallarta Airport and only 15 from the popular downtown area, art galleries and “El Malecon” (the boardwalk), the hotel features 80 suites, some with private pools and Jacuzzis.  The recently remodeled Spa Casa Velas, a Leading Spa of the World, encompasses five treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy area, a garden-view fitness center equipped with state-of-the-art exercise equipment, and a beauty salon.  Emiliano a la carte fine dining restaurant is at the hands of one of the area’s leading chefs serving Mexican and international cuisine.  Casa Velas was chosen a Top 10 in three categories – Luxury, Relaxation/Spa and Hotel for Romance – by TripAdvisor® in its 2011 Travelers’ Choice® awards, and Expedia® named Casa Velas among the top-ranked hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select™ list which formally recognizes the best hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a notable value.

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Presidential Promotions in 2012 in Puerto Vallarta

Receive 50% Discount or Complimentary Presidential Suite Upgrade At Casa Velas Boutique Hotel & Ocean Club

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (January 6, 2012) — In honor of the 2012 US Presidential Election this fall, hotel guests can reap the benefits of candidates all year with presidential suite promotions at Casa Velas, an adults-only boutique hotel and ocean club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.  Available now through December 22nd, groups of up to four people can take advantage of 50% off the Presidential Suite, while up to six traveling together will receive a complimentary Presidential Suite upgrade.

At over 5,550 square feet, the four-bedroom Presidential Suite features original artwork by Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, a spacious private terrace with a 376 sq. ft. plunge pool, expansive living and dining areas, full bar, formal dining table for 10, Italian marble bathrooms and more. All-inclusive features also include gourmet a la carte dining at the hotel’s Emiliano restaurant and Private Ocean Club as well as sister property, nearby Velas Vallarta’s La Ribera Steakhouse and Andrea restaurants; premium international liquors; mini bar in suite, replenished daily; and 24-hour in-suite room-service.  The use of all facilities at both Casa Velas and Velas Vallarta, in addition to shuttle service, and all taxes and gratuities are also included.

The Presidential Suite Upgrade, available with reservations up to six people staying in a Grand Class Plus Suite or higher, starts at $320 per person, per night, based on double occupancy.  Applying the 50% discount promotion, the Presidential Suite is $1,400USD per night with a maximum occupancy of 4 people.  Additional persons are $260USD per night. The Casa Velas Presidential Suite promotions are available now through December 22nd.  The Presidential Suite sleeps a maximum of eight guests.  Upgrades are based on availability. For more information or reservations, please call 1-888-296-9010 or visit www.hotelcasavelas.com.

About Casa Velas:
Casa Velas, a boutique hotel and ocean club nestled on the greens of Marina Vallarta’s 18-hole golf course, is a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award.  Located just five minutes from Puerto Vallarta Airport and only 15 from the popular downtown area, art galleries and “El Malecon” (the boardwalk), the hotel features 80 suites, some with private pools and Jacuzzis.  The recently remodeled Spa Casa Velas, a Leading Spa of the World, encompasses five treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy area, a garden-view fitness center equipped with state-of-the-art exercise equipment, and a beauty salon.  Emiliano a la carte fine dining restaurant is at the hands of one of the area’s leading chefs serving Mexican and international cuisine.  Casa Velas was chosen a Top 10 in three categories – Luxury, Relaxation/Spa and Hotel for Romance – by TripAdvisor® in its 2011 Travelers’ Choice® awards, and Expedia® named Casa Velas among the top-ranked hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select™ list which formally recognizes the best hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a notable value.

 

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Low Labor Day Weekend Rates at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa

Send your kids back to school with wonderful summer memories.

Cozumel, Mexico, July 31, 2011 –(PR.com)– Take advantage of the long Labor Day weekend and send your kids back to school with wonderful summer memories from Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa. Resort rates start at US$189 from September 1 – 5, 2011.

Recently named one of the Top 20 Resorts in Mexico in Travel + Leisure Magazine’s 2011 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey, the resort offers something for everyone.

Younger guests are invited to the complimentary Chiqui Club where they have fun learning about the history and culture of Mexico with hands-on projects. From kite making and treasure hunts to iguana searches and fish feeding, there are educational activities for children of all ages.

Visit the five-star Scuba Du in-house dive shop before exploring the world’s second largest reef system, home to a variety of exotic marine life. Scuba Du also offers spectacular snorkeling, parasailing, wave runner rentals and offshore fishing.
Back at the resort, relax at the Mandara Spa with an array of signature treatments incorporating indigenous fruits, plants, herbs and other natural elements using ancient Mayan techniques.

With three restaurants on property, guests choose from a variety of dining experiences without ever leaving the comfort of the resort. Enjoy a light lunch and refreshing cocktails on the beach at Caña Brava Grill, or dine oceanside in the open-air palapa at El Caribeño. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Alfredo di Roma is ideal for a fine dining experience offering an extensive selection of domestic and international wines, and home to the largest wine cellar in Cozumel.

Labor Day rates start at US$189 per room, per night. For reservations and information, call toll free from the USA (800) 327-0200 or visit www.InterContinentalCozumel.com.

About

Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
The 220-guestroom Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. Set on a half mile of white, sandy beach, surrounded by green vegetation and just steps from the world’s second largest coral reef, resort amenities include three restaurants, Mandara Spa, 24-hour fitness center, tennis, Scuba Du in-house dive shop, and Chiqui Club children’s program. Flexible meeting space, with indoor and outdoor venues, provides the perfect backdrop for conferences, events and weddings. Call toll free from the USA (800) 327-0200 or visit www.InterContinentalCozumel.com.