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Refreshing Discoveries at the Old Town Farmers Market
BanderasNews.com

If you're ready to discover something new this Saturday, then come down to Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market. You're sure to find a treasure chest of 'must-haves' as you tour though the over 90 vendor stands of exceptional 'make it, bake it, grow it' products and services.

Couple Married on Rio Grande - But Groom Had a Secret
Hispanically Speaking News

The United States citizen who recently married her Mexican fiance while floating on a raft on the Rio Grande river border between their two countries, had to have their marriage annulled. It seems there was one minor detail the groom failed to mention...

Vallarta Pride Reaches $100,000 mn for LGBT Festival
GAY PV Magazine

Vallarta Pride's organizing committee has confirmed it has reached its goal of securing $100,000 pesos in sponsorship for the city's first LGBT pride event. Sponsors include LGBT owned or focused businesses, including hotels, real estate, nightlife, design, media, and restaurants.

Banorte to Offer Western Union Services Across Mexico
MarketWatch.com

Western Union is the leader in global payment services, and Banorte is one of the largest financial institutions in Mexico. They have announced a new five-year agreement that will allow Banorte to offer Western Union global money transfer services across the country.

Yann Arthus-Bertrand Documentary Filming in Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB

Mexcaltitan, Nayarit was one of the locations chosen by French documentary filmmaker and environmentalist Yann Arthus-Bertrand for his new production entitled 'Human.' Arthus-Bertrand's first movie, 'Home,' has already been watched by 600 million people around the world.

House Approves Loosening Foreign Land Ownership Laws
Mark Stevenson

On Tuesday, the lower house of Mexico's congress voted in favor of loosening the longstanding restrictions on foreigners buying property along the nation's coastline. The bill still needs approval from the Senate and a majority of the 32 state legislatures to become law.

UK Travel Firms to Offer Non-Stops to Puerto Vallarta
Juliet Dennis

UK based travel operators Thomson and First Choice have introduced new longhaul flights to Vallarta out of Manchester and London Gatwick, to be served by their new Boeing Dreamliner aircraft in 2014. Another addition for next year will include PV as a wedding destination.

US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels in Mexico'
Liz Weiss

US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels' have evaluated over 300 hotels and resorts across Mexico. Here's a look at the top 10 properties of 2013 - consistently earning high marks across the board concerning industry accolades, expert opinions, ratings, and guest reviews.

Mexico, Pan American Health Org. Discuss Health Care
The News

The government will work closely with international organizations to provide better health care, says Mexico's Federal Secretariat of Health. The Peña Nieto administration has approved the launch of 1,448 mobile health units that will attend to more than 3.8 million Mexicans.

Gourmet Goodness at PV's Old Town Farmers' Market
Erin Staley

It was 'lights, camera, action' at the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural this past Saturday as the culinary students from University of La Costa and Spain's celebrity chef, Paco Morales, visited with vendors and market goers.

Texas Scientist Trying to Reduce Antibiotic Resistance
ScienceCodex.com

A microbiology instructor from Texas is on a mission to reduce antibiotic resistance in his and other communities. If antibiotic misuse continues, effective drugs will no longer be available, leading to the spread of infectious diseases in the general population.

Mexican President Makes Time’s Most-Influential List
BanderasNews.com

Time Magazine has included Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto on its list of the '100 most influential people of 2013.' The President joined prominent Latino artists, politicians, pioneers, and religious leaders - including recently-elected Pope Francis - on the list.

9th Annual Texas Music Festival in Riviera Nayarit
BanderasNews.com

The 9th annual Texas Music Festival will take place June 11th - 18th at the Marival Resort and Suites and at the Marival Residences and World Spa in Nueva Vallarta. Come and join us for Texas music, Texas food, and Texas size fun on the beach in beautiful Riviera Nayarit!

Makeup-Free Barbie Created By Mexican Graphic Artist
Latino Fox News

With her lacquered lashes and glossy lips, the Barbie doll has always been the picture of perfection. And while she has had her fair share of makeovers, for the first time Barbie was given a 'makeunder' by a Mexican graphic artist - showing her in a more 'realistic' light.

April 23 Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's local news headlines, breaking news stories, community announcements and upcoming events.

Dry Conditions Spark Countrywide Wildfires in Mexico
The News

The hills around the popular tourist destination of Tepoztlan, Morelos have been burning for a week. The National Forestry Commission of Mexico reported that, last Sunday, 199 forest fires were burning countrywide - more blazes than any day in Mexico’s recorded history.

Archie's Wok Announces Early Bird Special
Patrick Harrison

Vallarta's 'Best Asian Restaurant,' Archie's Wok, invites you to take advantage of their early bird special. From 2 pm until 6 pm, Monday through Saturday, take 50% off your second entree and enjoy 2x1 on National labels of liquor and non-alcoholic drinks when you pay in cash.

Veracruz, Mexico to Host 2014 Central American Games
IANS

Mexico will spend $366 million in organizing the 24th Central American and Caribbean Games Veracruz 2014, the organizing committee announced. According to the director, Dionisio Perez Jacome, the games are expected to attract 5,300 athletes from more the 30 countries.

Action Movie Legends Promote New Movie in Cancun
Chelsea White

Last Saturday actors Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg were in Cancun to promote their upcoming movie '2 Guns.' The blockbuster hard men posed with what they expect to make - lots of money! The film is an adaption of the graphic novel of the same name by Steven Grant.

Indigenous Group Looks to UN to Protect Sacred Land
The News

Members of the Wixaritari tribe asked the United Nations last Thursday to help them protect their sacred land from mining companies. The tribe, also known as Huichol, has been battling the federal government over rights and environmental violations for over a decade.

Navy League Mourns Bill Clark, Elects New Officers
Jerry Lafferty

Puerto Vallarta Navy League President William (Bill) Robert Clark passed away suddenly on March 26, 2013. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. New officers have been elected as part of a reorganization of the Navy League following his passing.

Mexican Senate Approves Major Telecom Reform Bill
Reuters

A bill to shake up competition in the Mexican phone and television markets, dominated by Carlos Slim and broadcaster Televisa, was approved by the Senate. The bill would stop companies from controlling more than 50% of the market and could force them to sell off assets.

Private Hospital Flat Line in Puerto Vallarta
GayPV Magazine

After the tragic death of well-known Puerto Vallarta resident, Miguel Angel Santos Nolasco, whose kayak was hit by a panga in the waters just off Los Muertos Beach, many are asking troubling questions about the emergency care he received at a nearby private care hospital.

Cautious Optimism Felt About Immigration Reform in US
Huffington Post

Most Mexicans are reacting with cautious optimism to the immigration reform bill submitted to the US Senate last Wednesday. The feeling is that while it proposes a long wait for migrants to gain US citizenship, it at least has put a stable path in place to do so.

The History of Puerto Vallarta's Los Muertos Pier
Laura Gelezunas

A celebration of sleek design and style, city renewal, and transportation convenience, the new Los Muertos Pier is another jewel in Puerto Vallarta's crown. The history of this Zona Romantica landmark is captured in a mini-documentary by 420estudio, a local production company.

Impact of Social Media on the Tourism Industry
Travel and Tour World

Social media and Internet have proved to be the most powerful tool in directing the mindsets of the tourists. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, blogs and many other web-based social media influence the decision of the travelers of where, when and how to go, etc.

April 19 Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's local news headlines, breaking news stories, community announcements and upcoming events.

Commerce Between Mexico and China Could Impact U.S.
Bloomberg News

Mexico and China are no longer pure competitors - but are not quite partners. As the two countries move toward an expanded trade relationship, it could ultimately benefit the United States by boosting exports and keeping cheap imports flowing to US consumers.

7th Annual Puerto Vallarta Folkloric Dance Festival
Banderas News Team

From April 25-28, 2013, twelve dance groups from eleven states in Mexico will participate in the Seventh Annual Puerto Vallarta National Folk Dance Festival. If you're searching for something to do next weekend, be sure to add this to your list. All performances are free.

RD Lyons' New Book, 'Ice Fire' Climbs Charts
Laura Gelezunas

On book stands everywhere, including major airports, the explosive debut thriller by Puerto Vallarta author David Lyons is climbing the charts. 'Ice Fire' is the first in a new series starring Jock Boucher, a renegade federal judge who takes justice into his own hands.

First Annual Grand Luxxe Golf Invitational
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The 1st Grand Luxxe Invitational will take place May 27-29th at El Nayar, offering an exclusive golf experience: the Sierra Madre, a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, avant-garde cocktails, a 1 million dollar prize for the hole in one, and prizes for the 12 best O'Yes.

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