Westworld Alberta
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Ian Dagnall/All Canada Photos Getty Images for Women 6 Ready, set, fl op! The beach at Bucerias, near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. 5 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico The sprawling beaches and forested mountains of Puerta Vallarta, Mexico, are just a five-hour flight away, as are its hun- dreds of no-fuss all-inclusive resorts. Choose a resort in the Nolitours NoliZONE, a group of hotels that cater to travellers looking for a balance of relaxation, social- izing and exploring. FLOP ON THE BEACH: The Nolitours NoliZONE, AMA MEMBERS SAVE: Another great all-inclusive for girlfriends: four-star Friendly Vallarta, from $889 for stays Jan. 13–21. 1-866-667-4777; AMATravel.ca WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: The NoliZONE com- bines the effortlessness of an all-inclusive vacation with chances to step off-resort and meet vacationers from nearby hotels for activities such as sightseeing, golf and whale watching. Try Samba Vallarta, a NoliZONE resort that's close to the shopping and dining village of Bucerias. In the evening, meet up with your girls – and any new friends you've made – and hit the town for dinner and dancing. The next day, repeat. EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH SANTA FE: AMA's Culinary Tour This five-day tour brings women from across North America together in Santa Fe, New Mexico, for a taste of the city's vibrant culinary scene, which features Native American and Spanish traditions, a focus on farm-to-table dining and an abun- dance of world-renowned chefs. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: In addition to daily – yes, daily – chocolate tastings, the trip includes a farmer's market tour with a local food expert, a walking tour of the city, several restaurant meals and a tamale-making class 28 WESTWORLD >> NOVEMBER 2012