Gateway to Paradise in Punta Mita, Mexico

Punta Mita, whose name is derived from a local adaptation of the Aztec word mictlan (gateway to paradise), and its surrounding area have been considered a place for spiritual renewal for centuries. Archeological discoveries identify six different cultures having lived in and around Punta Mita, with settlements dating back to 300 BC. The existence of ports and docking beaches along the coast may date back as far as 2,000 BC. It is a place of history, ancient cultures and serenity.

Punta Mita is situated on the Bay of Banderas and bordered by 9 ½ miles of private beach and is blessed with one of the most pleasant climates in the world. Sharing the same latitude as the Hawaiian Islands, Punta Mita is kept comfortable year round by gentle sea breezes, with summer temperatures averaging 85° and winter temperatures averaging 75°.  A  great website to help you find a really nice place to stay at is Las Palmas Punta Mita, which offers a variety of lodging choices in the area.