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"Miracle Hearts" Workshop Teaches Guests the Mexican Symbolism Behind the Traditional Handicraft

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (August 1, 2024) - The AAA Five-Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit introduces a new workshop for guests to commemorate their stay with a traditional Mexican craft. The "Corazón de Milagritos'' (miracle hearts) workshop invites guests to embark on a cultural journey to learn about the Mexican symbolism of this traditional handicraft in a private and intentional setting amidst the Banderas Bay.

Corazón de Milagritos are small heart ornaments or wearable amulets, often made with metal or wooden materials. They represent wishes, dreams, and hopes. Each heart is handmade by carving wood or metal into heart shapes and then painted the desired color. These special hearts are deeply connected to the practice of miracles or milagros in Mexican culture. Traditionally, people offer their corazón de milagritos in hopes of receiving a miracle or divine intervention for health, safety, love, prosperity, or other personal needs. Each milagritos' design represents a specific wish or prayer.

At Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, this new workshop invites couples, family, or friends to create their own miracle heart. The intimate setting allows guests to dedicate a special intention to their creation and take home a wearable memento of their magical stay. During the workshop, a knowledgeable artist will guide guests through the history and meaning of milagritos, providing a brass heart and an array of paints to choose from. This workshop adds to the extensive list of cultural offerings for both adults and children at the all-inclusive resort, immersing guests in Mexican culture and tradition. 

The corazón de milagritos workshop requires a $15 USD fee per guest. The cost, which covers all the aforementioned inclusions, directly supports the local community. For more information or to book a stay at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, please visit https://vallarta.grandvelas.com.

About Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit:
The AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit enjoys a privileged setting with flowering gardens beside a long stretch of walkable beach and a dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains in Puerto Vallarta. The resort features 267 suites, many with ocean-views and some with private outdoor jacuzzis. Of the resort's six restaurants, four, serving French, Italian, Asian and Mexican gourmet cuisine, have received AAA Four Diamond awards for distinguished cuisine and presentation. With treatments inspired by the native traditions of Mexico and a signature Water Ceremony, SE Spa is rated Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide. Other features include a three-tiered pool, fitness center, 24/7 in-suite service, water sports, tennis and pickleball courts, Baby Concierge, new expansive Kids' Club with indoor and outdoor areas, toddler pool, and state-of-the-art Teens' Club. The All-Inclusive resort in the Riviera Nayarit features more than 15,064 square feet of indoor meeting facilities. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit 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 additional information please visit vallarta.grandvelas.com. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: www.velasmagazine.com.