Expedia and Diego
Lainez team up to showcase Monterrey as Mexico's next must-visit destination
SEATTLE, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
Expedia® announced "Travel like Diego," a partnership
with Mexican professional soccer winger Diego Lainez that celebrates Monterrey in Nuevo León, Mexico, the city that has welcomed him with
open arms and become his new home. Lainez and Expedia together have
created a personalized Monterrey
travel itinerary, highlighting the winger's go-to places, from
where to eat the best tacos to exploring the many hidden gems the
city offers.
The collaboration comes ahead of the next Mexico Men's National
Team MexTour match taking place in Arlington, Texas this Saturday, September 9th, against
Australia. Expedia is the Official Travel Partner of the
MexTour, which kicked off in June in San
Diego, and will also visit Atlanta, Charlotte and Philadelphia this fall. "Travel like Diego" is
the first of several activations Expedia will have tied to the
MexTour matches to encourage fan engagement.
"I am fortunate that my soccer career has propelled me to
explore the globe. Touring has become an integral part of my
professional journey," said Diego. "It's a source of pride for me
to join forces with Expedia to unveil the magic of Monterrey to a wider audience. I'm thrilled to
unravel the city's unique essence, which not only lends it a
special charm but also turns it into my very own haven."
The "Travel like Diego" itinerary for Monterrey, created in partnership with
Expedia, includes:
- Best thing about Monterrey: The people, locals have
been incredibly welcoming and very supportive
- Favorite taco spot: Tacos El Güero, a low-key
restaurant with a couple locations around the city
- Favorite restaurant: Gallo71, a trendy restaurant
in the Del Valle neighborhood,
serving up high-end Mexican cuisine and live DJ sets several nights
each week
- Best "hidden gem": Cola de Caballo, a nature park
situated outside Monterrey that
features an 82-foot waterfall, zipline and other attractions
- Favorite spot to connect with nature: Chipinque A.B.P.
Ecological Park, a stunning mountain reserve with hiking, mountain
biking, and panoramic views of the city and valley below
- Favorite place to go for a stroll with the family:
Parque Fundidora is in many ways the center of culture in
Monterrey, with a wealth of
museums, theme parks, and relaxing green space all within its
limits
"Helping travelers discover new destinations and enabling
one-of-a-kind experiences is at the heart of what we do
at Expedia," said Chandreyi Saha
Davis, global vice president of brand marketing at Expedia
Brands. "This collaboration with Diego gives soccer fans and
travelers the inside scoop on Monterrey. Whether they've already visited the
city or didn't know it should be at the top of their list until
now, we hope Diego's itinerary gives them the extra dose of
inspiration and motivation as they plan their next trip."
Tucked within the majestic hills and mountains of the Sierra
Madre Oriental lies Monterrey —
the second-largest urban center in Mexico. Monterrey boasts numerous museums, among them
the renowned Museum of Contemporary Art. The cathedral and
surrounding structures at the heart of the city showcase a fusion
of colonial architecture with old-world charm. Within an hour from
Monterrey, an array of
breathtaking natural wonders awaits, encompassing caves,
waterfalls, and notably, the awe-inspiring Sierra Madre Mountain range that graces the side
of this Mexican metropolis. Track flights, save hotels and browse
Monterrey activities all in one
place by downloading the Expedia app.
"Travel like Diego" is a continuation of Expedia's ongoing
series to highlight travel destinations in Mexico through the eyes of beloved soccer
players. In 2022, the company partnered with Mexican professional
soccer goalie Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa to celebrate Memo's vibrant
hometown of Mexico City.
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