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This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Punta Verde Condominium - $199,000 USD
This beautiful 122 m2 two bedroom, two bath condo is located in Punta Verde, a 5 unit condominium building located atop the 5 de Diciembre hills on Allende Street, a few minutes walk or drive from the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
 Daiquiri Dick's is Going to the Dogs
 Laura Gelezunas
Offering Puerto Vallarta visitors and pet owners the opportunity to have some fun for a worthy cause, and dogs a chance to strut their stuff, the 3rd Annual Pet Picnic will be held at 11 am on Saturday December 6th at Daiquiri Dick's restaurant.
Blood Donors Needed in Puerto Vallarta
 Pamela Thompson
At this time, blood is URGENTLY needed for Gib Hauersperger, who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, as well as many other people in Puerto Vallarta who are hospitalized and need your help, so PLEASE consider donating a pint today.
Wanna Have Some REAL Fun in Vallarta?
 Mike Sole
Sometimes when you want to go have some fun and you really want it all, it's hard to find. Know the feeling? Well, I am here to tell you that it is possible to spend a completely fun-filled day on Pegaso Charters' Las Animas Adventure Park tour.
Get an All-Girl Intro to Surfing at Mexico's Las Olas
 Cristina Kinon
So you say you want to surf? Las Olas surf safaris for women in Mexico will quash any reservations or excuses that have held you back from splashing around in the waves in the past.
 Festival Gourmet International Vallarta
 PVNN
Prepare your palate! Festival Gourmet International Vallarta, the annual food and wine event that has been tempting the tastebuds of Banderas Bay area residents and visitors for the last 13 years, returns to Puerto Vallarta from November 13th-23rd.
Valverde Wins Main Event at Collage Friday Night Fights
 Bob Cohen
Christian Valverde, who has been away from the Puerto Vallarta fight scene for almost a year, made a successful return from fighting in Southern California by beating previously undefeated Guisi Hernandez of Tepic in a welterweight division fight.
53rd International Sailfish and Marlin Tournament
 PVNN
Fishermen from Puerto Vallarta, around Mexico and all over the world are gearing up for the 53rd International Sailfish and Marlin Tournament, scheduled to take place in Marina Vallarta from November 12-15th, 2008.
Democrats Abroad Gather at Marazul to Watch Obama Win
 Dee Dee Camhi
What a true pleasure it was to watch the eager eyes and anxious smiles of the 225 attendees at the Democrats Abroad Mexico Costa Banderas Chapter Election Party, which was held at Restaurant Marazul on Los Muertos Beach on November 4, 2008.
5 Day Workshop: Compressed Earth Block Production, Construction and Lime Stabilization
 Laurie Pedalaborde
A 5-day workshop in compressed earth block production, construction and lime stabilization led by Jim Hallock, President of Tierra y Cal, Proyectos Sustentables and Earth Block Inc., will be held in Puerto Vallarta from December 1-5, 2008.
A.M.P.I. Meets at Sierra del Mar Los Arcos
 PVNN
The incredibly beautiful Sierra del Mar Los Arcos development on Puerto Vallarta’s scenic South Shore was the host site for the November 4 breakfast meeting of all three regional A.M.P.I. (Mexican Association of Professional Realtors) chapters.
Riviera Nayarit's Grand Velas Named 'Top 15 Hotel' by Conde Nast Traveler Readers
 PVNN
Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, the all-inclusive resort located in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico was named one of the "Top 15 Mexico Hotels" for the second year in a row at the 2008 Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards.
PV to Host 2008 Mr. Gay Mexico Finals
 Aaron Watson
Thought September's Mr. Gay Puerto Vallarta Competition was hot? Watch for the Mr. Gay Mexico Finals, hosted by 'La Prohibida' Tomy Sawer and special guest Martin Mazza, scheduled to take place in Puerto Vallarta on December 6th, 2008.
The People Have Spoken: Vallarta Lifestyle's 2008 Reader's Choice Awards
 PVNN
The best of the best gathered at the NH Krystal on November 5th for the 2008 Virtual Vallarta Reader's Choice Awards Ceremony. This year, repeat winners were joined by some new faces taking home the top honors in this locally coveted award competition.
Irreverent Chef: Differences, Continued
 Liana Turner
Last week I wrote about some differences between the land of my birth (Seattle) and my chosen home (Puerto Vallarta). The differences are many, and still on my mind as I wind down from the family-intensive wedding week/vacation in Seattle.
History of Sport Resulting in Sudden Death Near Puerto Vallarta
 Jim Scherrer
There have been numerous ruins excavated in Mexico that clearly reveal a Mesoamerican ball game history dating back to 1600 BC. Some of these Mesoamerican ruins are approximately 100 miles east of Puerto Vallarta in the state of Jalisco.
Tales of Retirement in Paradise - Revisited
 PVNN
If you've ever wondered what it'd be like to live or retire in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, be sure to visit BanderasNews each week for a new chapter of the serialized and updated version of Polly G. Vicars' 1995 sell-out book, Tales of Retirement in Paradise.
From Eco-Adventures to Bullfights, Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Offers More Than a Tan
 Michael Nassar
Puerto Vallarta may be the second-most popular destination for American tourists heading south of the border - Cancun still reigns supreme - but this former sleepy fishing village along Mexico's Pacific coast is far from second-rate.
Puerto Vallarta's Gay DNA
 Rick Martinez
There's more to this top gay destination than just beaches and parties (but those are great, too.) Puerto Vallarta is now the No. 1 gay destination in all Latin America, an epicenter of everything fabulous between Tierra del Fuego and Tijuana.
Susan Davalos Helps Special Needs Children, the Sick and the Elderly
 Twila Crawford
Much admired PV resident and nurse, Susan Davalos, is a volunteer community coordinator in the El Pitillal and the city dump area, who recently took us to visit and to help out at five organizations caring for children, adults and the elderly
St. Regis Makes Landmark Debut in Latin America with the Opening of the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
 PRNewswire
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announced the debut of its renowned St. Regis brand in Latin America with the opening of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.
VYC Opening Day on Banderas Bay: Nov 8th
 Ibis de Teresa
On Saturday, November 8th, the Vallarta Yacht Club will be open to the public from 11 am to 10 pm, as they kick off this year's boating season with 'Opening Day on Banderas Bay,' a fun-filled day of sailing and activities for the entire family.
Casa de la Imaginación Raffle Winners
 Judith Roth
This summer Casa de la Imaginación held their 2nd Bi-Annual Raffle, giving everyone the chance to win a week's stay in one of the lovely tropical lodgings in Yelapa for just $2 USD per ticket. The drawing took place on October 31, and the winners are...
Becas Vallarta to Inaugurate the Season with a Gala Breakfast
 Polly G. Vicars
At 9:30 am on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 the "high season" will really begin for Becas Vallarta supporters when they gather at Coco's Kitchen-Barrio Sur for what will be a fantastic breakfast to help finance our student scholarships.
New Season Opens With a Bang at the Santa Barbara Theater
 Ann Marie Danimus
Nine shows are lined up between now and Christmas at Santa Barbara Theater on Olas Altas. New shows Bums on Broadway and Liza MANelli open on Nov 7th & 8th, and old favorites Fever, Nunsense and Always, Patsy Cline run midweek through December.
Muay Thai "Triple Championship" Fight Results
 Bob Cohen
Last Friday night's Muay Thai "Triple Championship" fight card at the bullring was festive although quite intense as a crowd of 1000+ was in attendance in the event that had three Mexican IKF title belts at stake.
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Discounts Travel Deals and Packages This Holiday Season
 PR-USA
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa has lowered nightly rates and added more value to its travel packages to combat the increasing cost in airfare this holiday season.
Make-A-Wish Gala Dinner & Las Vegas Fantasy
 PVNN
On Saturday, December 20th Oscar's Restaurant will host the first annual Make-A-Wish Gala Dinner and Las Vegas Fantasy to help them raise the funds they need to continue granting the wishes of Mexican children with life-threatening medical conditions.
Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
 Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas
From the Viejo Vallarta Art Walk to the 3rd annual Pet Picnic at Daquiri Dick's and the 14th Festival Gourmet at restaurants around the bay, Laura gives us a taste of some of the things that we all look forward to each year during the high season.
Youth Classical Concert at the Opening of the Biblioteca Los Mangos Anniversary
 PVNN
The Youth Classical Concert, featuring young classical musicians, choirs, guitar ensembles, classical ballet and dancers will be kicking off the Biblioteca Los Mangos 12th Anniversary celebrations on Friday, November 21 at 6:00 pm.
Irreverent Chef: Saludos Desde Seattle
 Liana Turne
This week I am writing from the lovely city of Seattle. Things are different here than they are in Vallarta, and the differences become even more noticeable when one spends considerable time away, like I have...
Vallarta to Host Lesbian Artists Festival
 Adriana Thomas
From November 6-9, 2008, Puerto Vallarta will host the 1st Annual Les Alebrijes Festival Artístico Lésbico - a 4 day/3 night adventure of arts and tours for lesbian women interested in creating a professional arts and tourism existence in Mexico.
Essence Of Cuisine Cooking Classes
 Dolores Brittingham
The Essence Of Cuisine - one of Puerto Vallarta's best cooking schools - will reopen for the 2009 season with classes on November 13th and 22nd, featuring an International menu to celebrate Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta.
Children, Turtles and Marriott CasaMagna
 Chris Amo
Abrazos y besitos to the wonderful staff at the Marriott CasaMagna Hotel in the Marina who recently invited the children from R.I.S.E., a children's shelter here in Puerto Vallarta, to participate in the release of baby turtles into the ocean.
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