ISLANDS OF LORETO, Mexico, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- New flights between popular Mexico vacation destinations Cabo San Lucas, the Islands of Loreto and Tijuana launched on October 21, providing U.S. travelers with additional options for getting to the Islands of Loreto and the destination's luxurious new Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto.

The new Aereo Calafia flights depart Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and link the Islands of Loreto International Airport (LTO) with Cabo San Lucas International Airport (CSL) and Tijuana International Airport (TIJ). Flights from the Islands of Loreto to Tijuana are just one hour and 50 minutes with rates starting at $320 round trip. Flights from Los Cabos to the Islands of Loreto are just over 60 minutes and start at $240 round trip.

Loreto, Mexico's next "it" destination, offers incredible beauty in Baja California South with views of the Sea of Cortez and the surrounding Sierra de la Giganta Mountains. Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto offers a variety of water and ecological activities to enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings, ranging from snorkeling in the indigo waters to hiking nearby trails. When staying at the resort, guests can easily explore the nearby islands such as Danzante, an astonishing volcanic island, or Isla del Carmen, which offers incredible whale watching and fishing opportunities. Rates at the resort start at just $127 per night, plus tax, based on double occupancy. Special packages will soon be announced to celebrate the new flights.

"We are so excited to share the news about these new flights," said Villa Group Resort partner Luz Maria Torres. "With this new airlift, more travelers will have an opportunity to experience the pristine and magical Islands of Loreto for themselves."

For more information or to book your stay at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, visit www.villadelpalmarloreto.com/flights/aereo-calafia or call the toll free numbers for the U.S. (866) 209-0726 or Canada (855) 440-5590.

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About The Villa Group

The Villa Group was founded in 1984 and is one of Mexico's leading privately owned hotel, resort and real estate development companies. The portfolio includes beachfront destination resorts, exclusive fractional and full ownership luxury real estate developments. The collection includes: Cabo San Lucas - Villa La Estancia, Villa del Arco and Villa del Palmar; Puerto Vallarta - Villa del Palmar; Riviera Nayarit - Villa del Palmar Flamingos and Villa La Estancia; Cancun - Villa del Palmar Cancun; and Loreto - Villa del Palmar Beach Resort and Spa at the Islands of Loreto. For more information visit www.VillaGroupResorts.com . Follow Villa Group Resorts on www.facebook.com/villagroup and www.twitter.com/villagroup .

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