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Mexico's Oil Informs the Arab Spring
 Raymond J. Learsy
Pemex, for the first time in well over 50 years awarded private production contracts to two companies, thereby fundamentally changing a national policy long held as received gospel - Mexican oil to be developed by a Mexican national enterprise, period.
Sweepstakes Winners Loved Vallarta Trip
 Maile Johnston
Congratulations to Puerto Vallarta’s Tourism Trust 2011 sweepstake trip winners Latasha and Michael Johnson from Los Angeles, who entered the contest and won the all expenses paid trip for two to Puerto Vallarta that included a 4 night stay in the beautiful Barceló Hotel.
Dance of the Shawls at The River Café
 Alan Yamil Hinojosa
For 26 years, the traditional Baile del Rebozo (Rebozo Ball) has been one of the most popular events among Vallarta high society. This year, the Ball will be held on September 10 at 8 pm at The River Cafe to raise money for CANICA (Care Center for Children with Cancer.)
Investors See Mexico Through Different Eyes
 Lisa Coleman
In the eyes of global investors, Mexico is hardly the pariah painted in the news. While the instability of the U.S. and other world markets are distressing investors around the world, Mexico is emerging as a real player in the world marketplace.
Puerto Vallarta to Host 2012 World Economic Forum
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
Next year's World Economic Forum will take place in Puerto Vallarta’s International Convention Center from April 16-18, 2012. The 2012 Young Global Leaders Annual Summit will be held as part of the meeting in Nuevo Vallarta from April 14-16, 2012.
Riviera Nayarit Gastronomy Seminar Oct. 3–5
 RivieraNayarit.com
The Third Gastronomic Seminar will take place October 3–5 at Marival Resort & Suites in Riviera Nayarit. The program includes conferences, tasting events and presentations for industry professionals, and will attract media that specializes in gastronomic tourism.
Virgin America Puerto Vallarta Flights Start Dec. 2
 Ben Mutzabaugh
Virgin America has received approval from U.S. regulators to begin service to Puerto Vallarta. The airline will begin service on December 2 and will fly to the Mexican resort destination two times a week (Mondays and Thursday) from its San Francisco hub.
Mariachi Groups Gather in Guadalajara
 latino.foxnews.com
About 40 mariachi groups from Sweden, the United States, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico paraded over the weekend through Guadalajara to mark the start of the International Mariachi and Charreria Conference. Charro championship, concerts and galas continue through Sunday.
Vallarta's Popular Charity BINGO Returns
 Patrick Harrison
Come and have some fun this high season while supporting a variety of local worthy causes as the popular Charity Bingo returns to Nacho Daddy every Tuesday at 6:30 starting October 11th. This year, the games will benefit 6 Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area charities.
How Safe is Travel in Mexico?
 Carol Pucci
How safe is travel in Mexico? Mexican Tourism Secretary Gloria Guevara talks about drug-related violence and its toll on travel and tourism. 'Asking if Mexico is safe,' she says, 'is a little like asking if something happens in Atlanta, is it safe to go to Seattle.'
Renovations Ahead for Vallarta's Rio Cuale Market
Maile Johnston
With over 30 years of playing an important role in Puerto Vallarta’s allure, the Rio Cuale Market will soon sport a new image, one that encompasses improvements made to its main entrances and sidewalks, similar to the public work being done to the iconic Malecón.
Mexico's Best Restaurant is in Vallarta
 Vallarta Vive
Chef Thierry Blouet has done it again! His Puerto Vallarta restaurant, Café des Artistes, was named the Best Restaurant in Mexico, and his Cocina de Author as the second best restaurant in the country in Gourmand Magazine's 2011 Guide to Restaurants and Fine Dining.
Vallarta Prepares PanAmerican Decorations
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Puerto Vallarta’s city government, led by Mayor Salvador Gonzalez Reséndiz, and the Economic Promotions Bureau will render $600,000 pesos to decorate the city for the four XVI PanAmerican Games events that will take place in Vallarta October 16-23, 2011.
Teatro Limón Opening for the New Season
 Patrick Harrison
One of Puerto Vallarta’s favorite restaurants, Teatro Limón, will be re-opening the season on Monday, September 12. To help celebrate, owner Bruce Byng and his entire team are throwing an opening night fiesta; ¡Vive México! ¡Vive Teatro Limón!
Sayulita Receives Heart Monitor Donation
 Harold Sokolove
When Dianne Deboer, an emergency room nurse at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, learned that the hospital was replacing its heart monitors and EKG printers with newer models, she requested they be declared surplus, so she could donate them to Banderas Bay area doctors.
No Way José! Celebrating 2 Years in Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
On September 3 from 7–11 pm, put on your best traditional Mexican garb and celebrate the end of No Way José!’s second year of serving delicious contemporary Mexican cuisine to Vallarta. You'll enjoy live music, a special menu, tequila bar, singing, dancing and other surprises.
 SETAC Manager's Night a Howling Success!
 Javier Gallegos
On August 23rd, over 300 guests came out to Paco's Ranch to enjoy the second edition of Manager’s Night while showing their support of the wide variety of services that the SETAC Center provides to Puerto Vallarta's Gay, Lesbian Bisexual and Transgender community.
Journalists Convention in Vallarta Sept 8-9
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Both Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will be seeking to capture the attention of the most important journalists in Latin America at the International Journalists Convention, scheduled to take place at the Centro Universitario de la Costa September 8 and 9.
Mexican Migrants Coming Home in Droves
 laht.com
The number of Mexican emigrants who opted to return to their homeland from the United States increased sharply over the past five years to almost 1 million, according to census data. The exodus of Mexicans to the US has likewise been reduced by 70 percent over the last 4 years.
 Simply Vallarta: Driving Across the Border
 Laura Gelezunas
For many, the words, 'crossing the Mexican border,' spark apprehension, especially if driving is involved. However, many Puerto Vallarta locals make the drive several times per year. In this edition, Laura talks with Robina Oliver and Carlos Vasquez about their experiences.
Suggested Crackdown on Beach Jewelry Vendors
 Javier Santos
The president of La Asociación Civil Amigos Vallartenses, Marcelino Santiago, recently recommended that the Navy and the Attorney General's Office (PGR) should intervene to stop the 'alpaqueros' who sell fake silver jewelry to tourists on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta.
Mexico Safer Than Headlines Indicate
Christine Delsol
Based on FBI crime statistics for 2010 and Mexican government data released early this year, Mexico City's drug-related-homicide rate per 100,000 population was one-tenth of Washington's overall homicide rate - 2.2 deaths per 100,000 population compared with 22.
Buses for Night Owls Begin in September
 Alan Yamil Hinojosa
Nighttime public transport in Puerto Vallarta is a reality: the Ministry of Roads and Transportation (SVT) of the State of Jalisco recently presented the first stage of this service, called 'Night Owl,' which commences operation on September 16, 2011.
Mexican President's PBS Adventure Show
 Mark Stevenson
Mexican President Felipe Calderon is personally trying to change his country's violent reputation by appearing as a sort of adventure tour guide in a series of TV programs to be broadcast starting in September on Public Broadcasting Service stations in the United States.
CardioMed Takes Puerto Vallarta to Heart
 Cardiologist Dr. Jorge Chavez
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and Mexico, so it's good to know that we have CardioMed - a heart diagnosis and treatment center in Puerto Vallarta that offers patients bilingual diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cardiac disease.
Bruce Springsteen Night at Alaska's Diner
 Chase Buckner
On August 27th, Alaska’s Diner is screening 'Houston ’78 Bootleg: House Cut,' from Bruce Springsteen’s latest box-set release 'The Promise: The Darkness On The Edge Of Town Story.' You'll also enjoy a T-Bone Steak with veggies and rice or baked potato for $100 pesos.
Vallarta Hosts 9° Teletón Golf Tournament
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
For the ninth year in a row, Puerto Vallarta will host the kickoff event for Mexico's annual Telethon for disabled children - a Golf Tournament that will attract golfers, celebrities and the media to Vista Vallarta Golf Course, October 7th through the 9th, 2011.
Your Favorite Flavors at Daiquiri Dick's
 Laura Gelezunas
As Daiquiri Dick's wraps up their Summer Sizzle 2011, you can savor the Flavors of the World, without leaving Puerto Vallarta! Don't miss your last chance to enjoy a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and a delectable dessert for $299 pesos, through August 31.
Celebrities Love Punta de Mita, Nayarit
 BanderasNews Team
Over the last few months, Riviera Nayarit has become one of the favorite destinations for celebrities. On the heels of Lady Gaga's August 14-17 stay at Los Ranchos Punta Mita, Charlie Sheen and ex-wife Brooke Mueller enjoyed a romantic getaway at Four Seasons Punta Mita.
Local Groups Unite in One-Month Food Drive
 Becci Burchett
Local nonprofit PEACE — in collaboration with the Vallarta Yacht Club, Marina La Cruz and the Bucerias Bilingual Community Center — will conduct its first annual Work for Food drive from September 1 to September 30, 2011.
2011 Contaf to Feature Mata Ortiz Pottery
 Miguel Camacho F
For the first time ever in the recent history of Mata Ortiz pottery, this art form is to be shown in Brazil during the Contaf 2011 Exposition. Claudia Lovera, who owns Mata Ortiz Art Gallery in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, will present this pottery at the convention.
Ask the Mortgage Experts at MEXLend
 David Schwendeman and Terence Reilly
David Schwendeman and Terence Reilly founders of MEXLend, an industry-leading Mortgage Broker based in Puerto Vallarta, help you sort through the confusion of Mexico mortgages and loan options by answering your personal Financing/Mortgage questions.
Indulge Your Sweet Tooth with Mexican Candy
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Puerto Vallarta is known for having some of the best in food, from sophisticated molecular gastronomy to street tacos to everything in between. Nonetheless, no visit would be complete without treating yourself to some traditional Mexican candy.
Puerto Vallarta's Travel & Leisure Award
 Kathleen Harris
TRAVEL & LEISURE is an important magazine for the tourist industry, and in the 'Favorite Places to Travel,' article in it's last edition, Puerto Vallarta was highlighted as the eighth most desirable place to visit in Mexico, Central and South America.
Karina González Crowned Miss Mexico 2011
 BanderasNews Team
Saturday night at the Centro Internacional de Convenciones of Puerto Vallarta, Karina González of Aguascalientes was crowned 2011's Nuestra Belleza Mexico (Miss Mexico) by outgoing Nuestra Belleza México title-holder Karin Ontiveros.
Vallarta Hosts 2011 Miss Mexico Pageant
 Chase Buckner
The prettiest girls in Mexico are in Puerto Vallarta for the 18th Annual Miss Mexico pageant. 34 young ladies took the stage during Thursday night's semi-finals to compete for the title in the Miss Mexico pageant finals, which will take place in the convention center on August 20.
National Ballet of Georgia at Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
The renowned National Ballet of Georgia, once the pride of the Soviet Union, will take the stage in Vallarta’s beautiful performing arts venue, Teatro Vallarta for 1 performance only on Sunday, September 4th at 6:00 pm. Get your tickets today!
PEACE Launches Escuela Para Padres in Vallarta
 Gretchen DeWitt
The PEACE Home Tours, which began its first season last November in Puerto Vallarta, was so successful that it will be able to fund an innovative new program called Escuela para Padres. The program will be available this fall to parents of children identified as being 'at risk.'
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