a Mexican
Paradise
An Italian
Vision,
about careyes
Over 50 decades since Gianfranco first laid eyes on the Costalegre, his legacy thrives in the territory he created. In the majestic jungle still inaccessible due to its rivers, extensive jungles, and lack of roads, Gianfranco imagined a one-of-a-kind territory where nature is sacred, art is exalted, and people live with unbridled freedom.
Gianfranco’s passion was the catalyst for the tangible manifestation of Careyes in all its vibrant glory. Now, Careyes is the unprecedented destination he dreamed of on that famed flight over the Pacific coast and a safe haven for all who enter it, from the carey turtle to the colorful humans.
Meet Gianfranco Brignone
the founder
From a founder and framer of natural landscapes to a that lives on for generations
visionary
legacy
Our Story
Discover how one enigmatic family’s experiment in artful living has created a timeless escape.
Gianfranco’s flight over the Pacific Coast and the purchase of the territory, 2th July.
Casa Mi Ojo becomes the first home built
Rincón de Careyes is built in the same year
Development of the dream begins
1968
1975
From the beginning
1970
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The Turtle Preservation Program (Sea Turtle Protection and Conservation Center) is established by biologist Alejandro Peña and his biology colleagues
The first celebration of the annual Chinese New Year Festival, 9 February.
The Careyes Seat Hotel development begins
1983
1986
1976
Phase 1 construction of Casitas de las Flores begins
1985
Inauguration of the Polo Fields
Sol de Oriente and Sol de Occidente are built
Caballeros del Sol first ceremony
Iconic Villa Tigre del Mar is built as Gianfranco's home
1990
1996
1989
Hotel Careyes remodeling and inauguration
1993
La Copa del Sol and Pyramideon construction and inauguration
First Edition of Arte Careyes Festival
Inauguration of the Arte Careyes Gallery
. First New Year’s Eve celebration in
Tigre del Mar
Opening of the
Careyes Clinic
First edition of polo tournament,
Copa Agua Alta
2004
2010
2000
Gianfranco Brignone is honored with Mexico's highest award, the Aguila Azteca, for his role in advancing tourism along the Jalisco coast, September.
2006
First Edition of Ondalinda Festival
Inauguration of the new Careyes Clinic
The Careyes Foundation is founded, uniting over three decades of philanthropic work by Careyes' owners to assist communities along Mexico's southern Pacific coast.
2016
2019
2013
El Careyes Club and Residences remodeling and inauguration
2018
to be continued
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The future of Careyes
With deep respect for our heritage and the evolution that has brought us here, Gianfranco’s successors - Emanuela, Filippo, and Giorgio Brignone alongside our development partners, keep the Careyes spirit alive. As the custodians of Careyes, we safeguard this extraordinary territory and nurture the unique ambiance cultivated by our founder, emphasizing the ethos of sustainable growth within our protected natural reserve.
the legacy
the brignone family
"People come here to connect, whether that be with nature or the growing community of visionaries transforming this coastal stretch into one of Mexico’s most fascinating art havens".
"This is precisely the kind of place you have to see to believe. Careyes is equal parts private retreat, luxury resort, architectural marvel, and creative community".
"This abundance of raw, wild nature is not a coincidence. Unlike other destinations in Mexico, Costalegre has remained protected and purposefully low-impact for decades".
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