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1 Mazatlán Mazatlán is not to be missed! Location Mazatlán is located 647 miles Northwest of México City Air Transportation The following airlines serve Mazatlán: Mexicana, Aeroméxico, Aerocaribe, Aerocalifornia, Aerolitoral, Continental, America West, Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, as well as scheduled seasonal charters. Climate Season Minimum (ºF) Maximum (ºF) Spring Summer Fall Winter Population Mazatlán has 380,509 inhabitants Economic Activities The major economic activities are fishing, beer manufacturing and tourism 1 2 Convention Venues Name of or Other Venue 1. Exhibition Area Nº of Meeting Rooms Total 2. Congress, Convention, Special Events and Banquet Area Nº of Meeting Rooms Total 3. Total (1+2) Nº of Meeting Rooms Total Art Museum 2 4, , ,727 Archeological Museum 1 1,055 N/A N/A 1 1,055 The Cid Theatre 1 3,122 N/A N/A 1 3,122 Spectacular Hall N/A N/A 1 9, ,688 Las Flores Hall N/A N/A 3 N/A 3 N/A Ángela Peralta Theater N/A N/A 3 41, ,344 El Cid 1 6, , ,014 Royal Villas N/A N/A 5 6, ,717 Playa Mazatlán N/A N/A 7 19, ,741 El Faro Mazatlán N/A N/A 4 5, ,681 Los Sábalos N/A N/A 3 3, ,563 Holiday Inn N/A N/A 5 7, ,104 Fiesta Inn N/A N/A 3 2, ,562 Océano Palace N/A N/A 2 2, ,745 Riviera Beach Resort N/A N/A 2 1, ,367 Costa de Oro N/A N/A 1 2, ,713 Olas Altas Inn N/A N/A 3 6, ,921 Aguamarina N/A N/A 3 4, ,424 Note: This list only contains the hotels with saloons for events. N/A: Not available

2 Name Auditorium Class Room Set Up Capacity Horse Shoe Banquet Cocktail Imperial Length Area Width (ft.) Heigth (ft.) Los Tapices El Cid El Cid Theatre 425 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Reino de Aragón Reino de Granada Reino de Castilla Doña Sol Marina Beach Club Marina private beach club La Marina private restaurant La Cascada Private Marina Private executive office to 16 Los Espejos to 12 La Pérgola N/A N/A N/A 600 N/A N/A Northern Yard La Concha N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 3 4 Continued... Southern Yard La Concha Calypso Snack Bar Marina La Concha restaurant La Cascada El Patio El Alcázar Marina Prime Rib Castilla Lobby Bar El Moro Lobby Bar Marina Lobby Bar La Conchita Snack bar s N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 400 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 110 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 100 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 120 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 150 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 100 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 100 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 60 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A: Not available There are 95 tourist-quality hotels of which 41 are classified as four-star or higher. Category N o of s N o of Rooms Grand Tourism 8 2,386 5 Star 5 1,004 4 Star 28 2,699 Total 41 6,089

3 The City has eight luxurious s with a total of 2,386 Rooms. Category Nº of Rooms Telephone Costa Bonita Special 120 (669) El Cid Resorts Grand Tourism 1,110 (669) El Cid Marina Grand Tourism 210 (669) Pueblo Bonito Mazatlán Pueblo Bonito Esmeralda Bay Grand Tourism 248 (669) Grand Tourism 78 (669) Inn at Mazatlán Grand Tourism 215 (669) Royal Villas Grand Tourism 125 (669) Mayan Palace Special 280 (669) Special Venues for Events Teatro Ángela Peralta Plazuela Machado El Cid Conventions Center Explanada Sánchez Taboada Spectacular The House of the Culture Tourism Main Tourist Attractions of the City Mazatlán combines the charm of its beaches with the uncomparable beauty of its historical sites, namely the Historical Center which was designated as a National Historical Heritage Center in 1990, and the Angela Peralta Theater and Machado Square, where s, Coffee shops and Art Galleries operate. 5 6 As well as the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Art and Archeological Museums, the High Waves Promenade, the Centenary, the Deer Monument, The Mazatlec Woman Monument, The Queen of the Seas, The Sánchez Taboada Esplanade, the Continuity of Life Monument, the Monument to the Fisherman, the Monument to La Pulmonía and the Centenary of the Pacific Beer Monument. Other attractions include the Aquarium, the 31 of March Fort, the Mazagua Aquatic Park and the second tallest lighthouse in the world. Unique Attractions The local taxis, called Pneumonias are sedan Volkswagen cars built without windows and therefore, they have natural air conditioning. The recently remodeled Mazatlán Malecón promenade in the Minimalist style. The Historical Center with buildings from the end of the 19th century, is one of the places that distinguishes Mazatlán to other tourist sites in the Pacific Coast and makes it the pride of the people of Mazatlán. Nightlife Mazatlán s nightlife is intense and continues into the early hours. There are a large number of restaurants, bars and discotheques in the tourist area, known as the Zona Dorada, or Golden Zone. The Historic Center, specially around Plazuela Machado, has a bohemian atmosphere and is home to many small restaurants that are especially popular with locals. Shopping and Art A number of shopping malls and boutiques in the Zona Dorada sell clothing and handicrafts.

4 Sports Mazatlán is internationally known as the Swordfish Capital of the World Capital because of the large number of factors, which make it suitable for sport fishing. Similarly here one can practice scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, wind sailing, jet skiing, parachute rides, beach volleyball, mountain cycling on the Piedra Blanca world track, surfing, golf in the Cid Country Club, tennis and much more. In Mazatlán there are a variety of places for ecotourism and adventure holidays. There are also picturesque villages where colonial furniture and handicrafts are made. Spas The following hotels have health and beauty spas: El Cid (669) Los Sábalos (669) Other Activities Cultural events are presented periodically in the Ángela Peralta Theater, and it is a fine venue for award ceremonies and other formal events. Golf The city has several golf courses where tourists are welcome. The Mazatlán Campestre Club 9 holes, par 36 and it was designed by Carlos Smith (669) The Cid Golf Club 27 holes, par 72/36 and it was designed by Lee Treviño (669) The Estrella de Mar Club 18 holes, par 72 and was designed by Lee Treviño (669) Main Tourist Attractions in the Surrounding Area The Stone Isle Colonial Villages Concordia and Copala, El Rosario and the Teacapan Estuary El Quelite Explained Tourist Zones Around the City A guided walk, to familiarize visitors with the city, showing the following places of interest: The Residential Area, including the Cid Golf Club, the Diver, The Fisherman monument and the Monument for Life, High Waves (Old Mazatlán) The Watchmans Hill (a magnificent place to take a photograph of the city) the Cathedral, the Municipal Market, the Angela Peralta Theater and the Machado Square. Copala Designed specially for people wishing to know the region of Mazatlán. First you visit the town of Malpica, then Concordia, a handicraft town dedicated to the manufacture of furniture, bricks and clay handicraft and lastly Copala, a town founded 400 years ago in the middle of mountains. You visit the old prison, the Saint Joseph Church and the colonial style houses. Deer Island Enjoy nature in a Kolonahe on the Deer Island dive in to the crystalline water, the best place to snorkel and relax on the white sands of the isle.

5 El Quelite A beautiful and tranquil city located on the Quelite River. El Quelite is considered the Magic City. The color of its houses is impressive, made with sun-dried bricks and red tile rooves covered with lovely bougainvilleas. Its streets are perfectly paved. A visit to a traditional bakery is included, a cheese factory and the only ranch in México where fighting cocks are still trained. Sunset Enjoy a romantic and exclusive afternoon on board the Trimaran with a trip round the Bay to observe one of the most beautiful sunsets in the Pacific. Tour of the Old Mazatlán To visit Old Mazatlán is to encounter the heart of harbor life. The zone, which is located very near High Waves stayed forgotten for a long time, nevertheless, since the remodeling of the Angela Peralta Theater, this place started to recover its old splendor. You can walk through its streets and alleys admiring the neoclassic architecture of the period, and learning about the history of its buildings. You can visit one of the oldest houses, which is today a traditional bakery. You could appreciate as well how a family from Mazatlán lived in the XIX century. Rosary To the south of Mazatlán the Rosario, Sinaloa, is located. It is known for its altarpiece made of gold leaf, which is found in the Virgin of the Rosary Church. Also you can visit the bottling factory of Tonycol, a unique refreshment, the Spanish graveyard and the Lola Beltran Museum Tequila The Noria and the Tequila factory can be visited. The Noria is a community of handicraft workers, where you can feel the soul of México. In the leather workshops, you will find huaraches (sandals), saddles, and above all different kinds of very good leather. One can visit the Saint Anthony Church, built in the XVII century in the colonial style and you can walk through the very picturesque and cobbled streets. On the walk to the Tequilera you could taste a Tequila made 100% of agave. Excursion to Visit the Turtles The Green Camacho Station protects Sea Turtles. During the visit there is a short talk given by the biologist of the encampment, a ride on a motorbike along the beach and, if the river allows it, a boat trip through the mangroves. Beer Factory of the Pacific Beer is one of the most important industries of Mazatlán and visitors will de able to learn the makimg of Pacific Beer, sister company of Corona. Also one can visit the Company Museum and have the opportunity of a refreshing very cold beer. Theme Parties The best and most fantastic show in Mazatlán includes free bar (national drinks), buffet supper and sensational dances with folkloric dances from all México and other countries. Stone Isle Starting from the Marina you will board a trimarán or catamarán for a one and half hour sail round the bay, while admiring the second tallest Natural Lighthouse in the world and the seals, after

6 that, you will land on the Isla de Piedra (Stone Isle) for 3 hours of entertainment with, food included. Optional activities are offered on the beach such as horseback rides, banana, snorkeling and a ride in a cart through a coconut plantation. A Jungle Ride Ride in a barge through the Mazatlán mangroves. In this journey you are shown the Mazatlán shrimp and tuna fishing fleet, the Mexican Navy and the packing factories and passengers will be able to continue in a rustic carriage to the virgin beaches for a swim. Sport Fishing Depending on the season you can find marlin, sail fish, gilthead or tuna fish and observe the old fishing practices. All the boats are luxurious, and are 28, 31 or 33 feet long. Water Sports Snorkeling, kayaks, water motorbikes, bananas, parachutes, surf, sailing, water ski, boats trips and rides to the Deer Island. Conventions Pamphlets VISA Address: Av. Camarón Sábalo s/n Fraccionamiento El Cid, Mazatlán, Sinaloa, México Useful Information Government Offices and Support Services State Tourism Office Coordinación General de Turismo de Sinaloa Tel. (669) al 65 General Rafael Buelna International Airport Tel. (669) / Association of s and Tourism Services Asociación de es y Empresas Turísticas Tel. (669) / Mazatlán Commerce Bureau Tel. (669) / Bureau CANIRAC Mazatlán Tel.(669) U.S. Consulate / Tel.(669) Police / Tel. (669) Red Cross Tel.(669) Emergencies / Tel. (669) 066 Immigration National Institute / Tel. (669) Tourist Police / Tel.(669) PronaTours (669) Local Operators El Campeador, Camarón Sábalo s/n, Mazatlán, Sinaloa Tel (669) , Fax (669) El Sábalo, Punta del Sábalo s/n 82010, Mazatlán, Sinaloa Tel (669) , Fax (669) PronaTours, Camarón Sábalo s/n Mazatlán, Sinaloa Tel (669) , Fax (669)

Veracruz. Location Veracruz is located 260 miles from México City on the Gulf of México.

Veracruz. Location Veracruz is located 260 miles from México City on the Gulf of México. Location is located 260 miles from México City on the Gulf of México. Air Transportation The following airlines fly to : Aeroméxico, Aerocalifornia, Aerocaribe, Aerolitoral, Mexicana, Azteca airlines and