Spring Break 2022 in Rocky Point topped expectations with a reported 135,000 visitors over the two-week span. The local Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) determined this represents economic revenue of over 150 million pesos across the city. OCV Director Lizette Ibarra noted, “We are catalogued as a safepoint destination, which garners confidence among our California […]
The Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) reported a 70% average occupancy rate at local lodging options over the first weekend of Spring Break 2021. Despite restricted capacity due to Covid-19, approximately 23,000 visitors made their way to the city over the first weekend of Spring Break in March. OCV President Héctor Vázquez del […]
The local Red Cross is prepared for the influx of people to Puerto Peñasco over Spring Break and Semana Santa. Red Cross EMT Coordinator Rubén Barajas Jaime noted they’ve adapted their strategy this spring to the Covid-19 pandemic as, in addition to responding to accidents, they must remain alert to the virus. Last year, recalled […]
As we look to March, we recall this is generally when Rocky Point revs up its Spring Break season…leading to Semana Santa. Last year, Rocky Point was in full Spring Break mood when the pandemic hit our playas and we all sat it out…for a while. Tourism and the economy has been inching back since […]
Municipal Health & Safety Board approves strategies to prevent spread of COVID-19 over Spring Break and Semana Santa With the goal of safeguarding the health and integrity of residents and visitors alike, members of the Municipal Health & Safety Board have approved new preventive measures for the upcoming periods of Spring Break and Semana Santa […]
Though universities in Arizona have cancelled the traditional Spring Break for 2021, Rocky Point still holds high expectations for tourism come mid-March, remarked Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) president Héctor Vázquez del Mercado. The OCV president noted Spring Break remains in effect for general education levels in the US and so expects the city to […]
Spring Break 2020 in Rocky Point will cover a good three weekend-span as ASU & UofA kick off vacation now March 8th – 14th, and NAU on its heels with their break from March 15th – 21st. Semana Santa isn’t until April, so we don’t have that in the mix this year – though March […]
By José Antonio Pérez Approximately 110,000 tourists in all visited Puerto Peñasco over the two main weeks of Spring Break 2019, generating economic revenue of over 117 million pesos (6.5 million USD) and exceeding expectations of the local Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV). OCV President Héctor Vázquez del Mercado emphasized most visitors filled the town […]
By José Antonio Pérez Puerto Peñasco has appeared in Forbes Magazine’s “Top 10 Spring Break Destinations Of 2019” list, further positioning our seaside port among international tourist destinations. With this news, Sonora Tourism Promotion Coordinator Armando Ceceña Salido noted this means efforts made by State and Municipal administrations, as well as the Convention and Visitors […]
By José Antonio Pérez The Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCV) reported occupancy rates across town reached 77% during the first weekend of Spring Break, with many hotels at full capacity. This translates to approximately 29 thousand tourists, detailed Lizette Ibarra, OCV Director. Ibarra also noted overall expectations were met, though the weather was […]
By José Antonio Pérez The Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) announced Puerto Peñasco continues to show strong tourism numbers during the periods stretching from Spring Break through Semana Santa. The annual trek to the beach for Spring Break, which could be felt mostly in mid-March, pointed to approximately 140,000 visitors to the area […]
Sponsored this week by Al Capone’s Seafood & Pizzeria The sky is blue and the beach is beckoning, yet one step outside and let’s be honest – it’s chilly! So, throw a scarf in with those flip-flops as Rocky Point readies for Spring Break version 2K18. Enjoy the daily parades over the weekend to celebrate […]
Spring Break is right around the corner, and once again Puerto Peñasco will welcome thousands of “breakers” and families. Here’s a quick run through of FAQs and a taste of the many options you can find in 2018 for Spring Break in Rocky Point! Don’t forget Wrecked out at the Reef, JJ’s Cantina in Cholla […]
2017 Spring Break in Rocky Point! One for the books!
Sponsored this week by Sonoran Sky featuring Tiki Bar & La Cantina Sport Bar Spring! Spring Break! How did we get here this fast? Hold on tight and let’s run down the weekend, and don’t forget the helmet with all the UTV Off-Road Action out there! …and Happy 3rd Anniversary to Banditos! This weekend! SPRING […]
By José Antonio Perez Based on current reservations at area hotels and resorts, the Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) expects a strong Spring Break with occupancy levels at 90% to 100%, and the arrival of approximately 160,000 visitors. This number would reflect a 10% increase over last year. OCV Director Héctor Vázquez del […]