Riviera Nayarit is setting sail, with a series of nautical events in late February and March that are being hailed as Riviera Nayarit’s “Nautical Extravaganza.” See the website at: http://www.nauticalextravaganza.com/index.html.
The Vallarta Race 2010 is getting here just in time. It's the San Diego to Vallarta race, taking place Februrary 22-27 and landing at our own VYC. Then starts the grand event of the international Regatta Copa Mexico, which will showcase Banderas Bay’s perfect venue - from boat races, to dry land beach competitions, to the Latin America boat show, to the final event: the Banderas Bay Regatta.
The major highlights of the Riviera Nayarit Nautical Extravaganza are (please click "Read More"):
- Regatta Copa Mexico, February 27 - March 13: The Regatta Copa Mexico is a joint effort between the Mexican Government and the Mexican Sailing Association. It is a great international perpetual event, with multi-classes that takes place every two years, throughout the coasts and ports of Mexico. Thisyear, the events will take place in Banderas Bay, Riviera Nayarit.
- MEXORC Oceanic Race, February 27 - March 6: In conjunction with the Copa Mexico, the MEXORC Oceanic Race will be 7 days of racing (with a lay day period) including the Presidents Cup distance race, Mariettas Islands distance race, and windward-leeward races.
- WesMex Optimist Group, March 3-7: One of the most popular sailing events, with youths ranging from 6-13 years old. Each year the VYC hosts this Regatta, which gathers the best competitors in this Class from across the Continent.
- J24 Regatta, March 6-13: Featuring the one-design keelboat.
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Banderas Bay Regatta, March 16 - 20: Held in Nuevo Vallarta, this five day event is intended for competitive fun designed for coastal and offshore cruising. The VYC is Regatta headquarters.
Non-Regatta nautical events include:
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Desafio 2012 (The Challenge), February 27-March 1: Tania Elias Calles will make the journey from Los Cabos to Riviera Nayarit (approximately 500 miles) without touching ground or with assistance. She begins on February 27 and will be welcomed to Banderas Bay after an anticipated 48 hour sail.
- Beach Volleyball championships, March 3-7: Round robin games with national teams from Brazil, Spain, the United States and Mexico.
Latin America Boat Show, March 11 - 15: The 2nd Latin America Boat Show held in Mexico will be at the Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz where more than 120 boats will be on display for all boat enthusiasts and visitors to view.
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