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'Big Bang Theory' Star Vacations in Riviera Nayarit
Marc Murphy

Riviera Nayarit, Mexico just keeps on attracting celebrities. This time it was actress Mayim Bialik, well-known for her role as Amy Farrah Fowler in 'The Big Bang Theory' TV series, who vacationed at Villa La Estancia for a break after the end of the popular show's sixth season.

La Cruz Welcomes Summer with a 'Summer Sailstice'
Katrina Liana

In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice is usually celebrated on the 21st of June, but this year at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico, it will be celebrated on Saturday, June 22nd with an Umbrella Downwinder and SUP Paddleboard Rally.

Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle: A Taste of Italy
Laura Gelezunas

One of the best things about June in Vallarta is the return of Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle. Through the end of August, the restaurant offers three courses of contemporary cuisine from different countries for just $299 pesos per person. Sample the flavors of Italy, June 19-24th.

House Hunters International to Film 3rd Episode in PV
Donna L. Davies

When House Hunters International's second episode featuring Puerto Vallarta aired on June 6th, Timothy Real Estate Group celebrated by having a premier party. But there was even more to celebrate when it was announced that the crew will return to film another PV episode!

ACT II Entertainment Announces Open Auditions
Juan Pablo Hernandez

ACT II Entertainment will be holding open auditions for actors, dancers, singers, and musicians for their upcoming season on Saturday, June 22 from 1:00-5:00 pm at the new STAGES theatre complex at the corner of Basilio Badillo and Insurgentes on the South side of Puerto Vallarta.

Los Mangos Library's 'Fantastic People' Summer Course
Adriana García L.

Los Mangos Library's 'Fantastic People' Summer Course offers children ages 3-12 four fun-filled weeks of activities related to the arts, culture, and environmental conservation, recreational novelties that stimulate teamwork, patience, and the tenacity to achieve their goals.

Vallarta Navy League & American Legion July 4th Cruise
Jerry Lafferty

Looking for something different and exciting to celebrate the 4th of July? The Banderas Bay Chapter of the American Legion and the Puerto Vallarta Navy League, with the blessing of the U.S. Consular, have arranged an evening cruise to Vallarta Adventures' beach hideaway, Las Caletas.

June 14th 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. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a few breaking Mexico news stories, and a couple of upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.

Thinking of Buying Mexico Real Estate? Don't Be Fooled!
Ron Morgan Properties

Searching for real estate online can be overwhelming, but it can be daunting if you're looking for property in a foreign country. Buyer confidence has risen in Mexico due to the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios, or A.M.P.I.)

Vida Vacations Help Build Banderas Bay Women's Shelter
Banderas News Team

A group of volunteers from Vida Vacations in Nuevo Vallarta joined Compassion for the Family to help raise the walls of the soon-to-be-completed Banderas Bay Women's Shelter. The group also paid for 1000 cement blocks, 40 bags of mortar, and the salaries of 5 brick layers.

Mexico/Canada Sign Real Estate Marketing Agreement
John K. Glaab

At the AMPI/NAR sponsored 'Viva-Mexico,' an investment, resort and second home forum that took place June 7-9 in San Jose del Cabo, the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals and Mexi-Go, a Canadian marketing strategy company, signed a strategic partnership agreement.

Connections at PV's Old Town Farmers' Market
Erin Staley

At the Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural, vendors and shoppers alike share a passion for 'make it, bake it, grow it' products and services. Come out this Saturday and experience one of Puerto Vallarta's most compelling weekend attractions for yourself.

Drinking on PV's Malecón Violates City Regulations
BanderasNews.com

During a recent meeting between Vallarta Mayor Ramon Guerrero and city managers, the issue of excessive alcohol intake on the Malecón was raised. It was suggested that judges impose higher fines on businesses that sell alcoholic beverages 'to go' in violation of city regulations.

Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Market Mid-Year Report
Timothy Real Estate Group

Timothy Real Estate Group gives us a a re-cap of what the real estate market in Puerto Vallarta and the greater Bay of Banderas area have experienced during the first half of 2013, using statistics from the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals' Multiple Listing Service.

Canadian Consular Agency: Canadians Abroad Registration
Lyne Benoit

The Consular Agency of Canada in Puerto Vallarta encourages all Canadians traveling or living in Mexico to sign up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad service. Registration enables us to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you about a family emergency in Canada.

Peace Corps Volunteers Visit Vallarta Botanical Gardens
Bob Price

The Vallarta Botanical Gardens were recently visited by several volunteers from the Peace Corps and Angel Pineda, the Mexican Director of this US-based organization whose work throughout the world goes a long way towards helping humanitarian and environmental causes.

Vallarta Mayor Installs 1000 Fans in Local Schools
puertovallarta.gob.mx

Puerto Vallarta Mayor Ramón Guerrero Martinez will launch the 'Ventila tu Escuela' ('Ventilate Your School') municipal program on Wednesday with the massive delivery of a thousand fans to one hundred and thirty elementary schools throughout the municipality.

Democrats Abroad Tequila Tasting at No Way José!
Banderas News Team

Join 'Tu Casa in Vallarta' and learn more about the world of Mexico's most-famous beverage while mingling with the Banderas Bay Chapter of Democrats Abroad. This fascinating and fun look into Tequila will take place at No Way José Restaurant on Tuesday, June 18th from 7-9 pm.

Vallarta Kids Learn 'The Magic of Science' at CUCosta
Carlos Ireti Hernandez

Last weekend, science once again called young and old to the Juan Luis Cifuentes Lemus auditorium at Centro Universitario de la Costa, where the University of Guadalajara, Mexican Academy of Sciences, and Petite France Cultural Events, presented a Saturday Science program.

Vallarta Pride to Hold Awards and Fundraising Event
Prensa GayPV

The Vallarta Pride Committee will hold its first Award and Fundraising Event on June 14th at 10 pm at Paco's Ranch in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone. The committee feels it is very important to publicly thank the sponsors and the special people that made Pride an amazing weekend for all.

10 Million USD Invested in Vallarta-Nayarit Tourism
Lorena Sonrisas

Implementing the slogan 'Live it to Believe it,' Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit are investing in a $10 million dollar joint advertising campaign meant to increase the influx of tourism through promotional strategies that portray both Mexican Pacific tourist destinations as one.

Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta: 40 Years as Sister Cities
Banderas News Team

On June 6th a Ceremony at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, followed by a lively celebration at the University Club marked the 40 year anniversary of the Santa Barbara - Puerto Vallarta sister city relationship. Representatives from both cities attended the ceremony.

June 7th Banderas News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

Wondering what's happening in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico? We've put together a brief overview of some of this week's news headlines from local Spanish language newspapers, a few community announcements, and some great things to do in Vallarta and around the Bay this Summer.

Vallarta Wins 2013 Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice Awards
BanderasNews.com

TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel website, just released the results of their 2013 Travelers' Choice Awards, and Puerto Vallarta has been voted #4 in the 'Best Overall Destination in Mexico' category. Four Banderas Bay resorts took Top 10 spots in the 'Best Hotels' category.

More Quality...More Style...More Comfort
Holden Furniture and Design

Settle for more! As with so many things in life, the end result of something is only as good as what goes into it. This time-honored belief is the guiding principle at Holden Furniture and Design, one of Puerto Vallarta's leading home furnishing and interior decorating companies.

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