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Drama and Diplomacy Author Jenny McGill Launches Website
Robin Noelle

Author Jenny McGill recently announced the launch of her new website, which features sample chapters and audio readings of her book 'Drama and Diplomacy in Sultry Puerto Vallarta,' which covers her fourteen years as the US Consular Agent in Puerto Vallarta during the 1980's and 90's.

Rivera Cuale Environmental Awareness Day
Leanne Smith

Saturday, June 27th marked a special day at Rivera Cuale, the award-winning condominium development on the banks of the Cuale River in El Caloso. Children from the community were invited to participate in a day of environmentally educational activities and fun.

Puerto Vallarta Video Fishing Report
Phil Kerr

With the water getting warmer, fishing in Puerto Vallarta is hot this month. We are already seeing lots of Tuna, Dorado and Rooster fish and are starting to see more and more Blue and Black Marlin. From this point on, we will see the season really start to take off all the way through December.

Vallarta Zoo Is a Big Cat Lovers Paradise
Martin Castaneda

Once again, the Vallarta Zoo is celebrating a wave of births that includes endangered species. Over the past few weeks the zoo has welcomed 3 Pumas, 2 Leopards, 2 Black Panthers, 3 Common Jaguars, a White-headed Capuchin Monkey, five African Dwarf Goats, and a couple of Guinea Pigs.

The Bay of Banderas: Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.
The Banderas Beat: Special Report

In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura Gelezunas continues her special series, The Bay of Banderas: Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.

Prudential Vallarta Family Keeps Growing
Nicole Martin

The Vallarta Division of Prudential California Realty is celebrating the birth of a healthy, beautiful daughter to Ignacio Benitez Landa, a Prudential Vallarta Realty agent known for his service-oriented personality and great PR skills, and his wife, Paloma Auerbach, on June 4, 2009.

Expats Helping Expats in Puerto Vallarta
Sara Wise

A new group of expats from different countries, mostly from the U.S. and Canada, is forming in the Puerto Vallarta area. The purpose of the group is informal fellowship and assistance for expat residents or visitors living, working or investing around Vallarta... or considering it.

G3Mex Joins Puerto Vallarta Food Drive
Pamela Thompson

G3Mex Real Estate Company has joined Pamela Thompson and PVRPV in their efforts to help locals meet the basic needs of their families by collecting food to be distributed via DIF's various programs through the Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay Area Food Drive.

The Second Time I Saw Alejandro Fernandez
Liana Turner

The Jalisco en Vivo 2009 concert, which took place in Puerto Vallarta on June 20th, was intended to boost tourism for Jalisco. And it probably will do just that, but it also gave a boost to businesses here for the week of preparation and tearing down.

Las Alamandas Resort Tops 'A-List' for Hot Summer Fun in Sun
PRNewswire

Las Alamandas Resort today announced a bright & sunny forecast for families in search of great value and THE ultimate beach getaway this summer by offering up to 60% off of its room rates plus FREE additional nights.

Taheima Brings Wellness-Living to Vallarta
Luis Mendoza

As one of the fastest growing resort destinations in the world, Puerto Vallarta's booming real estate market is expanding at a staggering speed, due to the influx of Baby-Boomers from the entire western coast of North and South American, looking for affordable residences in a warm and safe environment.

The Wonders of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Judy Krings

My husband, Ken, and I may be residing in our home on the shores of cool Lake Michigan, but in May, we left half our hearts in Puerto Vallarta high above the shores of beautiful Banderas Bay. Since our return to the USA, PV has become quite a hot topic in our cool city, Manitowoc, WI.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between friends, food, fireworks, concerts and lots of parties - not to mention local news and happenings around Banderas Bay - there's always something to see, do, or talk about while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Hot Summer Deals at Puerto Vallarta's Casa Velas Hotel Boutique
PVNN

Gather three of your friends and get an automatic upgrade to four-bedroom Presidential Suite for the minimum all-inclusive rate of $290 per person per night at Puerto Vallarta's adults-only all-inclusive Casa Velas Hotel Boutique.

COMREL with El Tiburon Blanco
Bill Semeyn

A recent visit to Puerto Vallarta by the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast provided a wonderful opportunity for the mariners to spruce up Asociación Femenil Vallartense (AFV). Among other things, AFV provides training for abused women and girls. It was a wonderful experience for all.

Celebrate Independence with Food By Seth
PVNN

Private chef, caterer and cooking instructor, Seth Cloutman is planning two public events to celebrate Independence this July, and though the occasions are very different both celebrations are sure to be distinctively delicious.

Vail Valley Volunteers Visit Vallarta
Melanie Wong

A group of 14 volunteers from Edwards' Calvary Chapel Vail Valley, Colorado recently spent a week in Puerto Vallarta doing everything from teaching local kids at the Calvary Chapel Puerto Vallarta's mission school to rebuilding homes and playing with the children in the barrio.

Say Hello To Summer, Say Hello To Barceló Mexico
TravelVideo.tv

A family favorite on the Pacific Coast, Barceló La Jolla de Mismaloya, an all-suite, all-inclusive, Club Premium hotel, just minutes from historic downtown Puerto Vallarta, offers a multitude of activities that appeals to all.

Becas Vallarta Counting on Big Numbers
Polly G. Vicars

You've probably seen Chris Matthews' feature 'The Big Number' on MSNBC’s Hardball. Here in Puerto Vallarta the Big Number is the 1000's of students of scarce economic resources whom the Becas Vallarta foundation has helped to get the education they desire and deserve since the 1960's.

PV Food Drive Continues Through September
Pamela Thompson

The thin, but smiling, children who lined up at yesterday's Food Drive distribution to the DIF-Child Protective Services program reminded me that times are beyond tough for many families in Puerto Vallarta. Join us in our commitment to keep this project going strong through September.

Summer Mexico Resort Real Estate Update
John K. Glaab

In the Settlement Company's Summer Newsletter, John K. Glaab talks about the Mexican economy, how it's affecting the tourist and real estate industries, and what the government is doing about it. He also looks at new commercial and residential developments springing up all around the country.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Casa Caliope Condominium

Located in a quiet cul–de–sac in the exclusive neighborhood of Conchas Chinas, Casa Caliope is a spectacular 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condominium for sale in Puerto Vallarta - and a great opportunity for anyone looking for a peaceful property with spectacular views.

Photo Tip of the Week: ISO Basics - Part 2
Larry and Linda Bennett

This week we are continuing our discussion of ISO, and I'll also get around to telling you about the noise in your images and how to get rid of it. If it’s been a while since you've read Part 1 of this series, I recommend that you re-read it before starting this week's.

El Tigre 7th Anniversary Golf Tournament
PVNN

On Saturday, June 27, 2009, El Tigre Golf and Country Club in Nuevo Vallarta is hosting a golf tournament to celebrate the 7th anniversary of the 2002 opening of their 18-hole, par-72 championship PGA-rated golf course, which was designed by Robert von Hagge and Rick Baril.

A Taste of Italy at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

This Week's Summer Sizzle Menu at Daiquiri Dick's features irrestible Italian cuisine. Starting June 24th, you can enjoy a special 3-course menu with your choice of a mouthwatering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and a delectable dessert - for only $299 pesos per person.

Vallarta Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Denise Velez

The first Route 200 Bar & Grill 'Noches de Vecinos' was held last Wednesday, June 17th, and it was a tremendous success! People arrived early to enjoy great food, the coldest beer in town and live music by Saraxuana that started at 9:45 pm, while waiting for the raffle to begin at midnight.

Vallarta Hosts International Boxing Event
PVNN

One of the best boxers in Mexico, Marco Antonio Barrera, recently attended a press conference presented by Zanfer Promociones representative Marcelo Jeffrey, who announced that Puerto Vallarta's new convention center will host a world championship boxing event on Saturday, July 18.

SF Productions' Spotlight On Vallarta
David Olvera

In this week's edition of Spotlight on Vallarta we take a look at the 2009 International Beach Volleyball Tournament, talk to Mayor Javier Bravo about his plans for bringing tourists back to Puerto Vallarta, and take a ride to Guayabitos with the local Harley Davidson Club, Los Piratas.

A Wet & Wild Night on Vallarta's Malecón
PVNN

Not even the torrential downpours that started just after 7:30 pm kept an estimated crowd of around 40,000 die-hard fans from packing the Malecón and streets of downtown Puerto Vallarta to see Alejandro Fernández and Friends in the 'Jalisco en Vivo' concert on June 20, 2009.

El Salvador Crowned CONCACAF Kings
FIFA.com

El Salvador beat Costa Rica 6-3 in the final of the CONCACAF qualifying competition for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Dubai 2009, the country's first ever success in a regional football tournament, Sunday in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

IFC Cleft Palate Program: Making Miracles
Polly G. Vicars

Husband and I joined Puerto Vallarta's International Friendship Club in 1988. Neither of us had ever been 'club' people, but the word was that the projects of this organization, especially the Cleft Palate Program, made dramatic differences in the lives of the people in the community.

Connectiles Art Exhibition Opens June 26
PVNN

Canadian artist Kevin Harney's first solo art exhibition, 'Connectiles - Todo esta Conectado,' opens at the Haus der Kunst puente del arte contemporáneo Proyectos gallery, located at Guerrero 339 in downtown Puerto Vallarta, on Friday, June 26 at 9 pm.


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