Experience the Caribbean in Mexico at Mall of America®

 Through song, dance, cuisine and more

 

 

 

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (Sept. 16, 2008) – The Mexico Tourism Board the State of Quintana Roo, MLT Vacations and Mall of America will present “Experience the Caribbean in Mexico” from Oct. 2 through Oct. 12, The event will give guests a sneak peak at the charm that the state of Quintana Roo has to offer through indulging their senses, emotions, body and mind.

 

The state of Quintana Roo is located in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula which stretches along the Caribbean Sea, and is home to four of Mexico’s most popular destinations such as Cancun- deeply unique, the islands of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres, the awe-inspiring Riviera Maya strip the awe-inspiring Riviera Maya strip and the history-filled Grand Costa Maya area, in the south of the State.

 

At ”Experience the Caribbean in Mexico”, guests will be transported into what feels, looks and sounds like the beautiful region Mexico that is Quintana Roo.  Guests will have an opportunity to learn about the great heritage of the Mayan culture by observing Mayan craftsmen crate works of art right before their eyes. The Mexican Folkloric Ballet will re-enact pre-Hispanic religious ritual dances, while kids will have the opportunity to participate in the breaking of a piñata.

 

Mall guests will also have the opportunity to listen to soprano Laura Chuch, the Tambodje, the Cielito Lindo duet, and International Jazz performances. Or, if guests prefer physical activities, they can try the climbing wall or take a swing at the golf simulator.

 

Families will be able to learn about turtle rescue efforts in Mexico and can spend time with Dora and Diego in Nickelodeon Universe. And finally, for those enamored with Mexican cuisine, guests will have the opportunity to learn delicious Mexican recipes at the cooking classes instructed by highly renowned chefs. With all of this to offer and more, the event promises to be an adventure to remember.

 

 

About the Mexico Tourism Board

The Mexico Tourism Board (MTB) brings together the resources of federal and state governments, municipalities and private companies to promote Mexico's tourism attractions and destinations internationally. Created in 1999, the MTB is Mexico’s tourism promotion agency, and its participants include members of both the private and public sectors. The MTB has offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America. 

 

NWA WorldVacations^® - one of the largest providers of vacation packages in the United States, offers an easy and affordable, one-stop vacation shopping experience, with convenient and flexible flight options from Minneapolis/St. Paul to the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico and an impressive selection of hotels, from small, secluded casitas by the sea to 5-star, all inclusive, mega resorts with every amenity imaginable.

For more information, consult a travel agent or visit www.nwaworldvacations.com.

 

About Mall of America

Mall of America is the nation’s largest retail and entertainment complex. The 4.2 million square foot complex is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe,  the nation’s largest indoor family amusement park; Underwater Adventures® Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-though aquarium; a 14-screen movie theater and more. The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. For more information visit mallofamerica.com

 

FOR PRESS ONLY: For additional ideas, help with a story or general travel and tourism information about Mexico, please contact the MTB’s U.S. Press Room directly at 1-800-929-4555, by e-mail at northamericanpress@visitmexico.com, or visit our press Web site at www.visitmexicopress.com.  To access an online warehouse of free, downloadable b-roll, visit www.thenewsmarket.com/visitmexicopress

 

 

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