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Sneak Peek: The New Face of TASTE of La Cruz
Landon Hollander

Preparations for January's TASTE OF LA CRUZ started early this year as a result of the decision to sell T Shirts at the event. This year’s concept would feature a female chef posed in front of the picturesque Marina. But who? Why, 'The Queen of La Cruz,' Edna Cornejo Ovalle, of course!

September's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
Caracol Penthouse 11

Caracol Penthouse 11 is a lovely, recently renovated, 2-story condo that feels like home as soon as you walk in the front door. Situated within a small building in the Conchas Chinas neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, this unique 3 bed/3.5 baths Penthouse comes fully furnished.

September 6 Banderas News Brief & Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around the country, 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 not-to-be-missed upcoming events around Banderas Bay.

Puerto Vallarta Celebrates Theater Month in September
puertovallarta.gob.mx

September is Theater Month in Puerto Vallarta so the Vallarta Institute of Culture, led by the masterful hands of Municipal Theatre Director Fabián Alberto Sahagun and Producer/Director Edgar Treviño, will present a selection of theater works every week at the Cuale Cultural Center.

Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids Back on Track
Bob Price

A vision of the Vallarta Botanical Gardens that has simmered quietly on the back burner for the past few years is suddenly back in the limelight. Longtime donors to the Gardens have now pledged to match contributions to the Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids dollar for dollar.

Puerto Vallarta one of Mexico’s Leading MICE Destinations
Gustavo Rivas-Solis

Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico’s leading MICE destinations because of its superior professional services along with its proximity to key markets in the US and Canada. Enriched by Mexican heritage, this charming seaport has colonial-era roots and every modern convenience.

NWJ! Opens La Cantina With 'El Grito de la Independencia'
Julie Guerrero

Award-winning Vallarta favorite, No Way José! Restaurant/Bar, invites you to celebrate 'El Grito de la Independencia' as they open their new Cantina for Season 5 on Sept. 15th. Enjoy your choice of fun-filled activities in the new addition to the NWJ! scene - La Cantina.

Lorena Ochoa Hitting the Links in Riviera Nayarit
Banderas News Team

Lorena Ochoa is hitting the greens in Riviera Nayarit again. She's one of the best golfers in the world and this week she's playing with Aeromexico and their partners and associates at the 7th Aeroméxico Golf Tournament at Punta Mita Club de Golf, which continues through September 6th.

Puerto Vallarta Taxis Will Soon Accept Credit Cards
Efrén Urrutia

Computerized systems may soon be installed in Puerto Vallarta taxis that will not only allow passengers to pay cab fares by credit card, but will also supply news and weather, flight information, public announcements, location-based advertising, and other digital services.

Gerry Lopez to Lead Punta Mita SUP & Yoga Retreat
livepuntamita.com

Surf legend Gerry Lopez is coming back to Punta Mita! From November 15-18, 2013, Gerry will lead another SUP camp and retreat, featuring yoga practice, lifestyle discussions, and personalized Stand Up Paddle board instruction, at the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.

Vacances Transat Adds 13,063 Seats to Vallarta-Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB

An agreement with Vacances Transat was signed on September 3 that will bring bring new flights from Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton and Toronto to Vallarta-Nayarit for the 2013-2014 season. This will add 13,063 seats on flights the wholesaler operates to the Banderas Bay region.

Los Alcatraces Hosts 'Gringo BINGO' for Purr Project
Marilyn Khan

Looking for something Cool to do? Gather up your friends and head on over to Los Alcatraces on September 26 for a fun-filled evening of 'Gringo Bingo' to benefit the more than 120 adorable cats and kittens at PuRR Project, a no-kill feline sanctuary just north of Puerto Vallarta.

Vallarta Mayor Encourages Kids to Excercise Outdoors
Gerardo González

On September 1, dozens of people enjoyed a 'Botargas' competition conducted by the Vallarta Youth Institute, as part of the Vía Recreactiva activities Mayor Ramon Guerrero Martinez requested to be held to motivate citizens to use the city's open spaces for outdoor exercise.

Festival Sayulita: Film, Tequila, Music and Surf
Lina Weissman

The first annual Festival Sayulita is a unique gathering for all lovers of Mexico, film, tequila, food, music and surf to be held January 16-18, 2014. The idyllic coastal town of Sayulita provides a scenic, bohemian background that's perfect for this international festival.

This Month's Horoscope from Ron Morgan Properties
RonMorgan.net

The summer may be winding down but this month's horoscope from Ron Morgan Properties is full of heat and spice. This tropical star guide will get you on the right path for September fun. Have a great month and take some time to enjoy the simple pleasures found in Puerto Vallarta.

An Introduction to Mexico: Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta
Hiko Mitsuzuka

I knew Mexico would have wondrous features waiting for me when I journeyed down to Puerto Vallarta and visited Riviera Nayarit, but the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta is a destination within a destination, loaded with plenty to see, eat and do.

Senior Citizens Celebrated in Puerto Vallarta
noticiasenlinea.mx

In celebration of World Elderly Day, which fell on August 28, the Government of Puerto Vallarta, through the System for Integral Family Development (DIF), paid tribute to the elderly people of our city by hosting a week full of sports and cultural activities.

The Blue Shrimp Restaurant Knows About Wine
Laura Gelezunas

The next time you are visiting Puerto Vallarta's famous Los Muertos Beach, be sure to stop by The Blue Shrimp and check out their wine room. The restaurant features wines from Mexico, Argentina, Chile, the US, and Australia to complement the over 30 shrimp dishes they serve.

Galleria Dante Featured in HHI Vallarta Episode
Claire Guarniere

A few months ago, Taniel Chemsian of Timothy Real Estate Group approached Galleria Dante about participating in the filming of HGTV’S House Hunters International in Vallarta. We were honored to be involved in the project and had a great experience working with them.

Vallarta's Joe King Carrasco Interviewed in Dallas
Darryl Smyers

Although Joe King Carrasco has lived in Mexico for almost a decade, he will be forever linked with the Texas music scene of the '70s and '80s. This December, Carrasco turns 60, yet his remarkable mixture of Tex-Mex and new wave still sounds as fresh as it did in 1976.

PV Bomberos' 2014 Heroes Calendar Turns Up the Heat
Gary Green

Vallarta firefighters and lifeguards are getting ready to turn up the heat as the 2014 Heroes Calendar gears up to launch in early October. 24 local firefighters and lifeguards posed for the calendar, which isn't just about hunky bods, but will raise much-needed funds for our Bomberos.

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