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Luxury Boutique Hotel Invites Guests to Discover the Origins, Traditions, and Wellness Benefits of Cacao

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (January 28, 2025) - Casa Velas, an adults-only boutique hotel in Marina Vallarta, unveils an immersive cacao experience that takes guests on a sensory journey from bean to bar. The new offering invites visitors to discover the rich heritage of Mexican chocolate, beginning with an interactive chocolate-making workshop where participants craft their own artisanal chocolate using time-honored methods. Participants are taken through a thriving cacao garden while expert guides share insights about the sacred bean's cultural significance and its vital role in the local ecosystem. Guests learn to identify various stages of cacao development, from delicate flowers to mature pods, while sampling traditional drinks crafted using ancestral techniques. This hands-on session allows guests to discover firsthand the intricate process of transforming raw cacao into finished confections. The experience extends beyond the workshop with a nightly chocolate turndown amenity, s'mores at Tau Beach Club, and an authentic cacao ceremony held in the property's botanical garden.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, couples can indulge in this romantic adventure that combines the allure of chocolate-making with the intimacy of a shared culinary craft. The ancient Aztecs believed cacao was a gift from the gods and an aphrodisiac—making this journey the perfect way to celebrate love in paradise. 

The experience includes round-trip transportation to Planeta Cacao and is priced at $1,380 USD for two people.  Hotel nightly rates start at $722 USD. For more information, please call 1-888-407-4869 or visit https://www.hotelcasavelas.com/.

About Casa Velas:
Casa Velas is a luxury all-inclusive boutique hotel for adults only in Puerto Vallarta. Reminiscent of a Spanish hacienda, the hotel features 80 spacious suites, some with private pools and Jacuzzis. Nestled on the greens of Marina Vallarta's 18-hole golf course, this Puerto Vallarta hotel offers guests a 25% discount on green fees. Casa Velas' guests have beach access at Táu Beach Club, a relaxed atmosphere overlooking the ocean with infinity pool, delectable cuisine, and event space. ABJA Spa encompasses treatment rooms for singles and couples, a hydrotherapy area, garden-view fitness center, and a beauty salon. Emiliano restaurant is in the hands of one of the area's leading chefs serving Mexican and international cuisine. Casa Velas' concierge, a member of the prestigious Les Clefs d'Or, forges connections with locals and immerses travelers in the rich tapestry of Mexican culture in accordance with individual preferences and interests. Casa Velas was built by Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder of Velas Resorts, with brother Juan Vela Ruiz, vice president of Velas Resorts, by his side. For reservations or more information please or visit hotelcasavelas.com. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: www.velasmagazine.com.