Marina - La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Here's how the newspapers in Guadalajara are reporting on the development:
"Despite the objections of some residents, Nayarit Governor Ney Gonzalez this week formally inaugurated work on a 50-million-dollar private development in Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Plans for the seafront development include a two-kilometer malecon (boardwalk), a marina with 400 berths, a commercial mall, condominiums, and a hotel. Developers promise to respect environmental concerns and do their best not to obstruct views of the bay and access to the seafront. They say the project will be fashioned on the traditional malecon in Puerto Vallarta, rather than Nuevo Vallarta.
According to developers, local fishermen have signed an agreement to be relocated away from the beachfront where traditionally they have berthed their fishing boats. The project is financed in total by the private sector, but Gonzalez is promising to give his full support. Foreign capital accounts for around 45 percent of the investment. Construction is expected to last three years. The work will provide employment to around 800 people, say developers."
Locals think this much-needed marina in Banderas Bay is a win-win for everyone. It's located in the perfect place, shouldn't prevent cruisers from still anchoring out, will provide lots of jobs, and will give a real stimulus to the local economy.

La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

is a quaint fishing village settled in the 1930's and located approximately twenty minutes from Puerto Vallarta. "La Cruz," as it is known to the locals, is a picturesque fishing village with all of the ingredients for a peaceful, relaxing vacation. Browse through our La Cruz photo gallery to see photographs of the golden-white coral sand of La Manzanilla Beach and pictures of the protected bay that provides anchorage for small fishing boats as well as large and luxurious yachts.

This colorful Mexican town has cobblestone streets, a number of small, interesting shops, a fun Wednesday morning market and access to beautiful beaches, such as Punta Mita, San Francisco, Chacala, and La Penita. Just a few of the recreational activities available in La Cruz include snorkeling, surfing, fishing, sailing, bird watching, horseback riding and whale watching. As you stroll the village streets, music seems to be everywhere. There are several good restaurants and cafes in the village serving a variety of dishes ranging from freshly caught seafood to pizza and pasta.
During the high season, you can enjoy talented local and international artists performing several nights a week in the local restaurants. La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is also a natural sanctuary for a number of exotic birds and marine turtles, and is widely known for its calm waters and magnificent views. Another interesting attraction in town is the Tepic Archaeological Museum, which houses artifacts found in the area belonging to ancient cultures.

Throughout the year, fisherman leave this small inlet to catch many marine species including dorado, red snapper, sawfish, sailfish, tuna and marlin.
The tranquil waters of the cove offer a natural shelter to many sailboats during the winter, and also in the summer hurricane months.
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle offers a cooler beach climate than Puerto Vallarta all year round. In 1997 Bay of Banderas was included in the group of the 27 most beautiful bays of the world, the well deserved designation took in account its history and culture, natural sites, flora and fauna bio diversity, among others. Real estate prices in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle are on the average lower than Puerto Vallarta.