Although remote, the area has experienced a wave of new all-inclusive hotel development. Just south of the airport is the 440-acre Marina Vallarta complex, with its deluxe hotels, a championship golf course, and a world class marina. Next comes the Hotel Zone , a parade of hotels, condos, shopping malls, and apartments between the Marina and downtown. The resort's fourth zone is the Downtown area, with its diverse dining, shopping, and typically Mexican atmosphere. And finally is the Southern Zone , a secluded, yet accessible, area sprinkled with hill side villas, deluxe hotels, tropical coves, and fine beaches.
Outdoor recreation is limitless.
Every imaginable water sport is available along Vallarta's miles of sandy shore. Shopping is some of Mexico's finest, thanks to a bevy of Mexican and Intertnational artists that make Vallarta their home. There are also several intriguing day trips, either by boat or on land. Visits to offshore islands, remote jungle coves, snorkeling cruises, and inland eco-adventures are offered by a diverse assortment of professional tour operators. Throughout the resort, a distinct cutural flair from the States of Jalisco punctuates Vallarta's ambiance.