Daniel Chávez Morán, Founder of Grupo Vidanta, Awarded National Entrepreneur Award and named Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year in Mexico

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto presented both awards in ceremonies last week MEXICO CITY, March 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Daniel Chávez Morán, founder of Mexico's leading resort operator and developer Grupo Vidanta, was recognized with two esteemed distinctions last week for his career in tourism and his entrepreneurship in Mexico.  Mexico's Confederation of National Chambers of […]

Sponsored PGA Golf Team Unveiled by Vidanta Golf in Slice of Paradise

Current PGA leaders and player of the year honorees help raise profile of golf at world-class luxury beach resorts in Mexico NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Grupo Vidanta announced today the creation of the Vidanta Golf team, a collection of eight PGA touring professional golfers who will be sponsored by Vidanta resorts. Members […]

Daniel Chavez Moran Wins Illustrious "Llave Del Progreso" Award

"Key of Progress" awarded for Chavez Moran's contributions to the hospitality business LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Daniel Chavez Moran, founder of Grupo Vidanta and the Vidanta Foundation, was awarded the "Llave Del Progreso" (Key of Progress) Award by the Abastecedores Turisticos A.C. for contributions to the Hospitality Industry on June 5, 2014. The […]

Vida Vacations' Grand Luxxe Opens New Spa Towers in Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya

Tranquility, relaxation await every guest in their own private spa room LOS ANGELES, Dec. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Vida Vacations announces the opening of its new Spa Towers at Grand Luxxe resort in Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya. Each lavishly appointed room in the Spa Towers features a private outdoor plunge pool to calm the senses […]

Vidanta Foundation Award 2013 Awarded to Top Organizations Throughout Latin America

Three prizes were awarded out of hundreds of entries along with one lifetime achievement award WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The ceremony for the Vidanta Foundation Awards 2013 was held this past December 4th at the Santiago National Museum of Fine Arts. On this occasion there were two award categories: "Lifetime Achievement Award" and "Contributions […]

Grupo Vidanta Announces Winners for Philanthropic Initiatives to Combat Poverty and Inequality in Latin America

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — For the fourth consecutive year as part of efforts to support and improve the quality of life for people who are less fortunate, The Vidanta Foundation Award is a joint initiative by the Organization of American States (OAS), the Ibero-American General Secretariat (SEGIB) and the Vidanta Foundation. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130926/PH86864LOGO ) The Award […]

The Grand Mayan at Riviera Maya Hosts the Third Meeting of the Advisory Board of United Nations Development Program

RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, Sept. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The debate on the Regional Human Development Report 2013, " Public Safety: The Key to Human Development in Latin America," took place on August 30-31 at the Grand Mayan Riviera Maya. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130924/PH84911 ) Grupo Vidanta, through the non-profit organization the Vidanta Foundation, co-organized and co-sponsored the event in conjunction […]

Grupo Vidanta's Brio Spa Awarded "Mexico's Best 25 Spas 2013"

Tranquility, relaxation and exceptional service are the cornerstones of Brio Spas LOS ANGELES, Aug. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Brio Spa, part of the Grupo Vidanta collection of high end luxury resorts and amenities, was awarded "Mexico's Top 25 Best Spas 2013."  Compiled by Spa Professional Mexico magazine, the award stands as a glowing testament to […]

Grupo Vidanta Ranks as Top Hotel and Resort Company in 2013 Best Companies to Work® in Latin America

Strong showings across the board for second consecutive year LOS ANGELES, July 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Grupo Vidanta, Mexico's leading developer of resorts, today announced that it is recognized as the top hotel and resort company in the American award known as "2013 Best Companies to Work®" in Latin America. Grupo Vidanta's showing placed ahead […]

Amateur Teams from Mexico and United States Prepare for Third Uniting Nations Cup

Rubber match of Ryder Cup style event be decided in Puerto Penasco, Mexico PUERTO PENASCO, Mexico, March 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Vidanta Golf, the largest golf course operator in Mexico and a subsidiary of Grupo Vidanta, will be hosting the 3rd annual Uniting Nations Cup, May 16-19, at the picturesque Mayan Palace golf resort in Puerto […]

Grand Luxxe Announces the Grand Opening of the Santuario Entertainment Center in Nuevo Vallarta

Entertainment, education and leisure now in one place under the sun and stars for resort visitors NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Grand Luxxe, a premiere Grupo Vidanta luxury resort located in Mexico's most desirable beaches, today announced an addition to its Nuevo Vallarta location – the stunning new Santuario entertainment center, now serving […]

Daniel Chavez Moran Award Seeking Health, Science and Technology Ideas from Youths

Founder of Grupo Vidanta and Vidanta Foundation creates new award to harness ideas from youths to combat poverty in Latin America LOS ANGELES, Oct. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The Daniel Chavez Moran Award launched today with its first category in the area of Health, Sciences and Technology. The award welcomes all youths who live in […]

Grand Luxxe Luxury Resorts Plays Host to 'The Bachelor Canada'

Nuevo Vallarta location provides exotic setting for intrigue and drama NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Grand Luxxe Resorts announced that its Nuevo Vallarta luxury locale will be the setting for the third episode of Canada's upcoming television show "The Bachelor Canada." The episode is slated to air October 17th, 2012 at 9:30pm […]

Vidanta Foundation Announces Winners in Annual Prestigious Prize Competition

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The Vidanta Foundation, a non-profit institution with a main objective of actively combating poverty and inequality in Latin America, announced today the winners of its annual Prize competition. The distinguished panel of judges has awarded the 2012 Annual Awards to the Foundation Women's Institute of Chile, the Rahab […]

Vida Vacations Announces Launch of the Vida Vibe Lifestyle Blog for Its Luxury Resorts

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, Aug. 6, 2012 — Vida Vacations, a high-end vacation club including resort properties from Grupo Vidanta among others, announced today the launch of Vida Vibe (http://www.thevidavibe.com), a lifestyle blog designed to inform member guests and others of upcoming resort events and information pertinent to vacationing in Mexico. Vida Vacations resort properties are located […]

Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy Opens at Grupo Vidanta Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico to Rave Reviews

Golfers can now travel to paradise to play and fine-tune their swing NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, July 19, 2012 — Jack Nicklaus' latest golf academy might just be his greatest yet. Located at the Nayar Vidanta course in Nuevo Vallarta, the Nicklaus Academy is the 15th such facility worldwide and third in Mexico. The academy opened […]

Vida Vacations Photo Social Media Contest Draws Hundreds of Guest Shots

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, July 17, 2012 — Vida Vacations, a high-end vacation club including resort properties from Grupo Vidanta among others, announced today the top photos selected for their photo social media contest. Vida Vacations started the competition in early June and officially ended it on July 4, 2012. During that time, over 700 photos were […]

Vida Vacations Announces Photo Social Media Contest for Members

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 7, 2012 — Vida Vacations, Mexico's leading developer of vacation resorts, today announced an exciting photo social media contest for its members. Continuing through July 4, 2012, Vida Vacations will accept submissions of photos taken at any one of their resort properties by member guests. Those properties include: Grand Luxxe, The Grand […]

Vidanta Foundation and Daniel Chavez Moran Presenting Sponsors for the 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration of the Inter-American Dialogue in Washington

WASHINGTON, June 5, 2012 — The Vidanta Foundation and Daniel Chavez Moran are Presenting Sponsors for the 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration of the Inter-American Dialogue, scheduled to take place on June 7, 2012 at the Organization of the American States (OAS) in Washington, D.C. The Gala of the Inter-American Dialogue will recognize the center's past […]

Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy Announces Its Grand Opening at Grupo Vidanta Resorts in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico

World-class facilities create the ultimate golf destination for playing, instruction and training NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, April 25, 2012 — Grupo Vidanta, Mexico's leading resort and golf course developer, today announced the grand opening date for the new Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy at the Nicklaus Design Nayar Golf Course in late June of 2012. The Nicklaus […]

Grupo Vidanta Announces Sea Turtle Conservation Event at Riviera Maya

RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, March 20, 2012 — Grupo Vidanta, Mexico's leading developer of luxury resorts, golf courses and real estate, today announced its participation in an event designed to aid in the conservation of endangered sea turtle species. The event, sponsored by Grupo Vidanta through the Sea Turtle Conservancy, will take place from June 21st […]

Vidanta Weddings Launches as the Ultimate Choice for Destination Weddings

Extraordinary Weddings in a Private Club Setting for the Most Discerning Brides and Grooms RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, Jan. 25, 2012 — Couples no longer have to choose between the excitement and beauty of a destination wedding or the upscale and refined atmosphere of a wedding in a private club. Mexico's Vidanta Weddings uniquely unites these […]

Grand Luxxe Resorts Raises the Bar on Luxury Travel Through Expansions at Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya

RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, Jan. 17, 2012 — Grand Luxxe Resorts today announced the grand openings of new towers and buildings for its high-end luxury brand in both Mexican resorts of Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya, further solidifying Grand Luxxe as the premier choice for discriminating travelers. Ending the year with a flurry of expansion activities, […]