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Carlos Solorio Victorious in Return at Señor Frogs Saturday
Bob Cohen

Lanna Gym's owner and "Professor" Carlos Solorio was magnificent in his return to the ring Saturday night after over a one year layoff from competition. Solorio was lightning fast against his younger opponent from Mexico City as he knocked him out midway through the first round.

Restaurant + Garden + Lounge = Ztai, Vallarta’s Hottest New Hang
Patrick Harrison

In Central Vallarta, tucked between the Malecon and Morelos, you’ll find a truly unique concept in all of Banderas Bay. A new bar? Nope. A new restaurant? Guess again. A new dance place? Uh uh.

Access Makes Puerto Vallarta a Perfect Snowbird Perch
Tom Kelly

Snowbirds usually are able to be away from home for long periods of time, often can afford to purchase a second home and have even been known to use their primary and second homes for creative tax purposes and income streams. By definition, snowbirds take flight for the sun.

Festival Bahia de Banderas 2007
Sue Fornoff

This year's International Festival de Bahia de Banderas features a lineup of activities sure to interest everyone. There are sporting events for participants and spectators, a whale photo contest, a ceviche competition and plenty of entertainment.

U.S. Coast Guard Visits Agape
Peter Gray

Our local Navy League organization arranged for a work party headed by the Executive Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Boutwell, Commander John Mckinley, to swing into action on Tuesday February 13th, at the Agape home for abused young girls.

But What Do You Do All Day?
Polly G. Vicars

Husband and I are often asked, "But what do you do all day?" Husband's stock answer? "In the mornings I don't do anything. In the afternoons I rest." But lately, with March 9th looming, all of my attention has been focused on this year's Becas Ball.

Fifth Annual Art and Wine Festival
Kathy Taylor

The Fifth Annual Art and Wine Festival will be held at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta on Sunday, February 18th from 2 to 4 pm. Local artists, photographers and jewelry makers will display their work, with some pieces offered for sale, co-ordinated by local artist Mary Ladner.

Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series
T.J. Hartung

The Vallarta Orchid Society, a group of Puerto Vallarta residents who have a common love of orchids, will continue their free series of lectures on orchid care at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on Saturday, February 24th, starting at 1 pm.

Saturday Night Fights - Muay Thai at Señor Frogs
Bob Cohen

Carlos Solorio, the Professor, manager and owner of Lanna Gym in Puerto Vallarta, will be making a "comeback" as he headlines a nine bout card of Muay Thai at Señor Frogs in El Centro on Saturday, February 17th beginning at 6:00 pm.

From Bruce with Love
Mary Ellis

Valentine's Day dinner at Bruce's Back Alley Bistro was especially sweet for four lucky people, who will be going to the "Dazzle in Starlight" Becas Ball, courtesy of owner Bruce, who spread a little love by giving the tickets away as door prizes.

Uncovered: A New Resource for Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Puerto Vallarta
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fundVallarta announces a full online resource for discovering real estate investment opportunities in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. With conditions similar to the property boom in California, Puerto Vallarta is poised to become an international performer with a solid return on investment.

Catch Some Wind at the J/24 World Championships
PVNN

The J/24 UBS World Championship, to be held in Nuevo Vallarta from March 1st-9th, will reveal to the rest of the world what the Pacific Coast of Mexico already knows - that Banderas Bay is one of the best sailing destinations in the world.

What Your Home Wants You to Know - Cracks
Jim Morrison

Since there are cracks in almost every masonry wall in town, how can you tell if the one you're looking at is a serious crack from one that isn’t? Well, you can’t. But your home inspector should be able to.

Thais Romero Wins International Tennis Tournament
Bob Cohen

Fourteen year old Puerto Vallarta tennis player, Thais Romero, recently competed in the 16 year old division of the Bangoura Junior Championship, upsetting International players in each of the four rounds to win her first USTA event.

Exploring the Mata Ortiz Phenomenon
Patrick Harrison

On February 24th at 7 pm, on the 2nd floor loft of their new Mata Ortiz Art Gallery in Peninsula Village, Claudia Lovera and Alex Martinez will host renowned lecturer Edward Guarino for a free slide show and discussion exploring the art of Mata Ortiz.

Martinez Brothers Win Canto del Sol Pro Am Doubles
Bob Cohen

The 22nd Annual Canto Del Sol Pro Am concluded Saturday with a thrilling doubles match between the Martinez brothers (Roberto and Sergio) facing defending Amateur Champion, Raul Meza, with this year's professional playing partner Norberto Aguirre.

Snorkeling, Sun and Tequila Just Down the Road
Jennye Garibaldi

Upon checking into our amusement-park-size hotel, my husband and I were greeted by a perky woman in a crisp uniform: "Before we show you to your room, I have a brief presentation." Uh-oh. There it was. "Welcome to Mexico! Can I interest you in a time share?"

Some Days Are Better than Others
Polly G. Vicars

My motto has always been a paraphrase of "There ain't no bad days sisters and brothers, it's just that some are better than others." And last Saturday was one of those days that was "better than others."

Vallarta to Host Mexico Kiteboard World Cup - May 2007
PVNN

Puerto Vallarta will host, for the first time in KPWT history, the Mexico Kiteboard World Cup, a new opportunity for the best pro international kiteboarders to gain points for the 2007 World Cup title with a prize money of 40,000 USD, in various competitions mixing freestyle, wave riding and speed crossing. 14/20 MAY 2007

Virtually Delicious
PVNN

An entertaining virtual menu on a television screen mounted right in the wall outside of one of the most popular restaurants in Puerto Vallarta, Daiquiri Dick's, offers a sneak peek of what the chefs are preparing for your dining pleasure.

Heed These Valuable Lessons Before You Retire South of the Border
Robert DiGiacomo

If a place with beautiful beaches, flowing margaritas and a low cost of living is your idea of retirement paradise, Mexico is within reach. But what would it really be like?

'Can't Anyone Help Me?'
Charles Rusnell

A 50-year-old Toronto native has been caught in a legal nightmare in which she says Mexican authorities have repeatedly thwarted her attempts to prove she is not, as they allege, a money launderer and member of a criminal gang.

Travel to Vallarta with Relief Group
Anita Hardin

Give a Kid a Backpack Foundation is seeking volunteers to help deliver more than 500 backpacks to children in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Feb. 14-20. The foundation has joined forces with the Salvation Army to bring backpacks filled with school supplies.

Far Enough!
Polly G. Vicars

A few weeks ago I reported that during a concert, Los Bambinos asked Husband to join them on stage for the singing of "Elvira" and gave him his very own microphone. Now he's asking me what is going to happen when he goes on tour with Los Bambinos.

Give a Welcoming Woof to the Dog Show
Guadalajara Reporter

Whether you have a leashed best friend that can compete, or just want to enjoy a day of food, refreshments and a whole lot of dogs, there will be something for everyone at the III Annual Puerto Vallarta Dog Show on February 24th and 25th.

Related Group Plans $1 Billion Push Into Mexico Real Estate
Thomas Black

The company will begin construction in six months on 336 condominiums in Puerto Vallarta. A luxury beach condominium that costs $300 a square foot in Vallarta will sell for five times higher in Los Angeles or San Diego.

Small Business - Big Heart
PVNN

Puerto Vallarta business owners Charlie Wood and Jim Morrison of Casas del Mar PV Property Services recently announced that they'll be donating $20 from each home inspection they perform in 2007 to the kids at Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza A.C.

Dazzle in Starlight - Becas Vallarta Goes All Out on 45th Anniversary
Peter Gray

To help make the 45th Anniversary Gala something unique and special, the Becas Ball committee has commissioned Michael Schultz of Kit Kat to transform the beach front patio at the Westin Resort and Spa Hotel into a grand and glamorous ballroom.

Monumental Art at Galleria Dante
PVNN

Those of you who went to Galleria Dante's January 24th cocktail reception to see Guillermo Gomez will be happy to hear that, despite his injured Achilles tendon, he will be at the gallery on February 7th - even if he has to arrive on crutches!

Staying Ahead of the Crowd on the Nayarit Coast
Christine Delsol

By the time I got to Sayulita, on the Pacific coast north of Puerto Vallarta, it was almost too late. San Pancho was the new Sayulita, and Lo de Marco, a few miles farther north, stood ready to become the next San Pancho. Confused yet?

New Store in Bucerias Does it All Naturally
Harold Sokolove & Sue Fornoff

Look into the small window at the shop at #14 Av. Javier Mina in Bucerias and you’ll see food items, soaps and medicinal products like in so many stores around town. But there’s something different about things at the Herbs International store.

Charros on Horseback: Icons of Mexican Sport, History
Associated Press

Flashy, well-dressed and reckless, the bronco riding cowboys known as charros are Mexican icons, displaying a style and macho bravery romanticized in the nation's folk songs, paintings and movies.

Sand, Surf and Skillet
Jeni Larson

The Lazy Lizard Restaurant and Beach Bar's new Sand, Surf and Skillet Menu features 6 extraordinary gourmet entrees prepared by renowned culinary artist and personal chef to Puerto Vallarta’s most famous visiting celebrities, Chef Azarea Samuel.

The Best J/24 UBS World Event Ever!
PVNN

World famous Mexican hospitality and spectacular sailing conditions promise to be the hallmark of the largest international sailboat regatta ever held in Mexican waters - the 2007 J/24 UBS World Championship in Nuevo Vallarta from March 5th-9th.

Motorcycle Madness!
PVNN

Celebrate the joys of motorcycling at PV Choppers 2nd Annual V.I.P. Event in sunny Puerto Vallarta Mexico! Join us from February 16th-18th, 2007 for a 3-day motorcycle rally featuring a Poker Run, motorcycle parades, bikini contests and tons of fun!

Vallarta Yacht Club Hosts Youth Sailing Regatta
PVNN

On February 3rd-5th, 2007, Junior Optimist sailors will take to the waters of Banderas Bay to compete for a place on Mexico's National Optimist sailing team and a chance to advance to the North American, European and World Optimist Championships.

Canto Del Sol Tennis Club Announces 22nd Annual Copa Pro-Am
Bob Cohen

Canto Del Sol Tennis Director Martin Parra announced the 22nd Annual Copa Pro-Am will be played on the courts of the tennis club beginning Tuesday, February 6th and concluding on Saturday, February 10th.

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