Riviera Nayarit, Mexico - Underscoring its commitment to custom-tailored guest experiences at the best addresses in the world, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort proudly debuts its latest St. Regis Aficionado package, “Golf with a Pro,” offering guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play with professional golfer Hale Irwin and receive personal consultation during a round on the famed 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Bahia Course, which opened alongside The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort in November 2009.

Irwin is considered one of the greatest American professional golfers of all time and was a world leader on the golf scene for much of the 1970s and 1980s.  He is one of the few players in history to have won three U.S. Opens including Winged Foot in 1974, 1979 and 1990.  Irwin was also winner of the U.S. Senior Open in 1998 and 2000.  In 1992, he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame.

Guests participating in the exclusive “Golf with a Pro” package, taking place November 11 – 14, 2010, will also enjoy an intimate group dinner with Irwin at Carolina, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort’s signature restaurant; a 90-minute Golf Clinic in a private area of the driving range; and a second round of golf at the renowned 19-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Pacifico Course with its famous three-par “Tail of the Whale,” the only natural island green.  The “Golf with a Pro” package includes three nights’ accommodations, daily breakfast, lunch at Sea Breeze, which overlooks the beaches of Bahia de Banderas, and the signature Champagne Ritual in the Altamira Lobby Bar.

Rates for the “Golf with a Pro” Aficionado offering begin at $770 per night in a Deluxe Garden View Room for two players based on double occupancy. Reservations can be made by calling 877-250-8871 or by contacting Ms. Carolina Monsalvo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it using rate code SRSSA2.

“As neighbor to two exceptional Jack Nicklaus courses, world-class golfing is one of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort’s greatest appeals and we are excited to further enhance this offering by providing guests and locals an exclusive opportunity to play and enjoy the company of one of the finest professional golfers of all time,” said Jean-Pierre Sorin, general manager of the hotel.  “The ‘Golf with a Pro’ package with Hale Irwin is perfectly suited for aficionados looking for a bespoke, all-encompassing golf experience.”

Irwin commented, “The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort is a spectacular golf destination.  Its neighboring Jack Nicklaus Signature Courses provide a challenge for all levels while allowing players to appreciate the stunning natural beauty of the Riviera Nayarit coastline, which is never more than a few steps away.  I look forward to an unparalleled weekend of golf and leisure and invite golfers who share a passion for the game to join me.”

Ideally located in the exclusive enclave of Punta Mita at the Riviera Nayarit, just north of Puerto Vallarta, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort offers guests modern sophistication, unparalleled luxury and bespoke service at one the best addresses in the world.  Designed by Roy Azar of Roy Azar Architects, the hotel/resort features 120 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, St. Regis’ legendary Butler Service, a signature Remède Spa, 12,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and state-of-the-art fitness facilities.  www.stregis.com/puntamita

Through exclusive partnerships with some of the world’s most acclaimed influencers and brands, including Chef Jean-Georges, architect David Rockwell, Asprey, Veuve Clicquot, PGA, NBA and Fendi, the St. Regis brand has created a series of unprecedented events and experiences tailored to its most discerning guests.

While visiting any St. Regis hotel or resort worldwide, the St. Regis Aficionado program invites guests to engage and delight their passions for Speed & Sport, Fashion & Design, Food & Wine, Art & Literature, Society & Philanthropy and Spa & Relaxation. Events and experiences are scheduled at St. Regis properties around the world, are open to all St. Regis guests and are reserved on a first come basis at stregis.com/aficionado, or by contacting travel professionals.

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

Combining classic sophistication and modern luxury, the St. Regis brand remains faithful to its commitment to excellence. Founded by John Jacob Astor IV, with the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City over a century ago, The St. Regis brand of hotels is known for its unique luxury dimension, customized service and refined elegance, in the best destinations worldwide. Plans for this brand to globally continue its legacy include long-awaited St. Regis properties in Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico, and Bal Harbour in the US and on the exclusive island of Bermuda. In Latin America, St. Regis will unveil new hotels and resorts in Buenos Aires and Kanai Riviera. In Asia, St. Regis has also announced plans to open properties in Bangkok, Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, Lhasa, Nanjing, Osaka, Sanya Yalong Bay and Tianjin. In Africa and the Middle East, the St. Regis brand will continue to expand in Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Doha and Mauritius. The distinctive trait of the St. Regis experience is customized service and attention, coveted locations and luxurious design. For more information on The St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit the new www.stregis.com.