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Velas Resorts Unveils "Ultimate Playcation" for Summer Soccer Events 

Immersive Fan Zones, Gourmet Experiences, & Exclusive Offerings Available Across Mexico

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (April 17, 2026) - Velas Resorts, is redefining the summer soccer experience with the launch of the "Ultimate Playcation," a collection of beachfront offerings that blend the excitement of the upcoming soccer tournament with the ease and luxury of Mexico's top coastal destinations. As millions of international travelers are expected to visit host cities like Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara for games, Velas Resorts invites guests to extend their journeys to Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta, where the game experience can be enjoyed from a more relaxed, elevated setting.

Across its portfolio, Velas Resorts will host immersive Fan Zones with large-format screens, themed décor, and lively programming. Guests can watch every game from the beach, poolside lounges, or private accommodations, offering a more seamless and comfortable alternative to the crowds of the stadium.

The brand's acclaimed culinary program will anchor the experience, with globally inspired menus, elevated match-day snacks, and themed cocktails and mocktails. Interactive tastings and mixology classes bring an added layer of engagement, while signature dining venues, including the MICHELIN-starred Cocina de Autor restaurants at Grand Velas Los Cabos and Grand Velas Riviera Maya, deliver a refined take on international flavors.

Programming is designed for all types of travelers, from families to groups and luxury globetrotters, with beach and pool tournaments, soccer-themed trivia, and hybrid gaming competitions. Kids and teens can take part in dedicated experiences such as mini tournaments, skills clinics, and creative workshops, ensuring a dynamic, all-ages atmosphere throughout the tournament.

Each property offers a distinct take: Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit will debut a flagship Fan Zone and an exclusive VIP viewing experience; Grand Velas Riviera Maya will feature cinema screenings and culinary activations; and Grand Velas Los Cabos will introduce Soccer Skills Labs, gaming tournaments, and immersive family programming. Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos offers a more intimate viewing setting, while Velas Vallarta delivers a vibrant Fan Zone with live entertainment and food and beverage service.

Special Legends packages include preferred rates, long-stay incentives, spa credits, sports recovery treatments, and transportation perks, catering to travelers combining match attendance with a beach getaway, or those opting for a full resort-based experience.

For more information and full details please visit https://www.velasresorts.com/the-ultimate-playcation.   

About Velas Resorts:
Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, and Los Cabos have earned 70 AAA Diamonds, including the prestigious Five Diamond Award. Other esteemed international awards for services and facilities include one MICHELIN Star for Cocina de Autor restaurant in both Los Cabos and Riviera Maya, Virtuoso's Best Family Program, Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Award for SE Spa, and TripAdvisor's Top Hotels in the World, among others. Offering unparalleled all-inclusive experiences, properties include Grand Velas Los Cabos, with dramatic ocean views and unique spaces infusing every area of the resort; Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, which enjoys a long stretch of pristine beach and a dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains; and Grand Velas Riviera Maya, offering a sophisticated resort experience in the Caribbean with jungle and beach settings. Velas Vallarta is a family-friendly resort in Puerto Vallarta, offering spacious suites, gourmet dining, and spa treatments with ocean and Sierra Madre views on 10 beachfront acres along Banderas Bay. Casa Velas is a boutique adults-only hotel located on the Marina Vallarta Golf Course where guests have beach access at Táu Beach Club, a casual, relaxed atmosphere overlooking the ocean, with a jacuzzi, pool, delectable cuisine, and an expansive event space. Mar del Cabo, a boutique hotel on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, is the only European Plan property. Opened January 2024, Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos is a new 79-suite resort and concept in the all-inclusive space. Velas Resorts was built by Eduardo Vela Ruiz, Founding President of Velas Resorts. Juan Vela Ruiz is Chief Executive Officer of the company. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: www.velasmagazine.com.