Organizers announced, yesterday, that the "Bicentennial Edition" Mexico Cup Regatta will take place in Riviera Nayarit in 2010, as part of celebrations to mark the 200th anniverary of Mexico's independence and the passing of 100 years since the Mexican Revolution.

The world class sailing race, being held February 27th to March 13th 2010, will be used to promote Mexico and Nayarit real estate as destinations for sail and sport fishing, while at the same time, promote the country’s tourism attractions on a national and international level.

Mexico's tourism board said, "The Mexico Cup Regatta will set international standards for sailing competitions, generating important benefits for the country’s tourism promotion and will also have an important impact within the international nautical community."

Nayarit real estate, on Mexico's Pacific coast, has long been popular with yachtsman and watersports enthusiasts. A combination of great climate, consistent winds and breathtaking views make it one of the most beautiful places in the world to ride the ocean waves.

More than 1,500 athletes and support staff will flock to the Riviera Nayarit real estate area to help make the event a success, said organizers, they hope to make it one of the most successful events on the nautical calendar, up there with the America’s Cup, Copa del Rey, Volvo Ocean Race and Rolex Cup Racing.

Authorities and organizations involved in bringing the event to the coast of Nayarit real estate include Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism, the Navy, the State of Nayarit, the Mexico Tourism Board, Fonatur, (Mexico's National Trust for the Promotion of Tourism) and the Mexican Sailing Association will head the official “Bicentennial Edition” of the Mexico Cup Regatta.

To find out more about the area and where you could stay or buy property with the best views of the regatta, visit our destination page for Nayarit real estate.