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The Dancing Garveys Announce 2010 Tango Classes
 Barbara Sands
Barbara and Al Garvey are starting the new year with 'ochos' on Al's new knee as they begin Tango classes on Monday, January 11 at J&B Dancing Club in Puerto Vallarta. Lessons for beginners are from 8-9 pm each Monday for five weeks; intermediate classes follow at 9 pm.
New Year's Eve at the San Pancho Cultural Center
 lemmus.com
Join the most spectacular New Year's Eve celebration on Banderas Bay at the Hacienda San Pancho Cultural Center. You'll enjoy classic and Latin performers, entertainment by the Riviera Nayarit Chamber Orchestra, a 3-course dinner, an open bar, music for dancing and fireworks to ring in 2010.
 Fishermen Rescue Whale on Banderas Bay
 Jason Lavender
On a December 24th fishing expedition, Puerto Vallarta fishing guide Phil Kerr and a group of local fishermen assisted Navy marine ecologists in the rescue of a humpback whale that was entangled in a nylon fishing net floating in Banderas Bay. Jason Lavender tells us their story.
A Penthouse That's at Home with Nature
 Laura Gelezunas
Imagine living a life of luxury in a spectacular penthouse at Sierra del Mar at Los Arcos, an exclusive oceanfront community nestled on the southern shore of Banderas Bay on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, just minutes from one of the world's most popular tourist destinations - Puerto Vallarta.
Inner Beauty: It's All About Attitude
 Eddie Ortiz
For those who think that infamous 'inner glow' isn't real, or that it's an invented expression, I can tell you with confidence that it IS real, and that something can trigger that glow in all of us. It might be losing 5 pounds, getting a new hairdo or making a decision that has been difficult.
Tropicasa Realty and PVRPV Join Forces
 Patrick Harrison
One of the most trusted names in Puerto Vallarta real estate, Tropicasa Realty, recently announced a partnership with one of the Banderas Bay area's largest vacation services companies, PVRPV, which is now the preferred provider of rental and property management services for Tropicasa's clients.
Puerto Vallarta Health News: January 2010
 Pamela Thompson
As we move in to 2010, we at HealthCare Resources have a whole bunch of clinics, activities & events scheduled to assist & enlighten you! This is a long newsletter, so settle in, grab a cup of coffee, pull out your calendar & let us help you to fulfill some of those New Year's resolutions.
 New Year's Eve 2009 PV Party Planner
 PVNN
New Year's Eve is an explosive time in Puerto Vallarta... IF you know where to party. As Puerto Vallarta's Liveliest Website, BanderasNews.com is proud to answer that question in our Guide to Banderas Bay's Best Places to Party on New Year's Eve.
Puerto Vallarta: An Easy Escape
 Karla Erovick
Puerto Vallarta is one of the friendliest and easiest places to travel in Mexico. Since the 1950s American’s have been swarming to the exotic beaches and scenery. This is a city that was built to attract Americans with safe drinkable water, familiar food and brands and English widely spoken.
Puerto Bahía Villas and Spa
 Where Old Mexico Meets Contemporary Luxury
Offering lots, villas, fabulous real estate investments and much more, Puerto Bahía Villas and Spa is a blend of Old World Mexico and contemporary luxury on the most beautiful bay in the Pacific, the Bay of Banderas. Come and discover the best real estate investment opportunity in all of Mexico!
Spotlight on Vallarta: Los Arroyos Verdes Hosts Christmas Posada for 50 Needy Children
 SF Productions
In this edition of Spotlight on Vallarta, Kori Rayburn takes us to a Christmas Posada at Los Arroyos Verdes, where 50 children from Orphenata Mojoneras and Manos de Amor enjoyed an afternoon of traditional Mexican Christmas activities, singing, games and swinging at Christmas-themed Piñatas.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
With all kinds of fun things to do, from festivals and fundraisers to parties and performances to eating out at some new and some long-time favorite restaurants, there's always something to keep you entertained while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens Holiday Pig Roast
 Dianna Madsen
By Sunday you will have eaten enough turkey, so come on out to the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on December 27th from 1-5 pm for their last Pig Roast of the year. You'll enjoy a plate of roasted pork and all the fixin's, plus performances by Folkloric Dancers from El Tuito at 1:00 and 3 pm.
Chili, Lots of Chili
 Twila Crawford
Executive and inventor Sid Goodman and whale researcher Keith May throw a special holiday party every year with monetary gifts given to charity by the guests. Sid begins preparation of his famous chili weeks in advance to serve their more than 100 guests in their home.
RISE & Shine Gourmet Brunch at Casa Karma
 Chris Amo
R.I.S.E. and Shine #2, the second in this unique monthly series of champagne brunches at featured premier properties to raise funds for R.I.S.E., a special shelter for children in Puerto Vallarta, will be held at the amazing Casa Karma (right next to El Set and LindoMar) on Saturday, January 9th.
Beach Club - Punta Mita Style
 Sylvie Scopazzo
Los Veneros, a residential and resort community located on the coast of the Mexican Pacific will soon be opening their gates to the beach lovers of Puerto Vallarta. The mixture of sand, green grass and palm trees makes for a beautiful day of fun and sun.
Majestic Villa Paloma Blanca
 Laura Gelezunas
Recently built and decorated, Villa Paloma Blanca overlooks the Bay of Banderas, the La Cruz Marina and at night, you can see the city lights of Puerto Vallarta. These picture postcard scenes along with modern, tropical style make this luxury villa the perfect oceanfront escape.
El Arrayán Cooking Class: Perfect Tamales
 Patrick Harrison
Vallarta's choice for traditional Mexican food, El Arrayán, will be hosting a very special cooking class on Monday, January 18, 2010. Guest teacher Laura Landeros Zuno, Carmen's cousin from Guadalajara, will share the secrets of preparing the perfect tamales!
Holiday Reflections
 Pamela Thompson
People here in the Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area are good. They care. They come in all shapes, sizes, colors and personalities. They help their neighbors. They have heart. As we move through the holiday season and head in to 2010, let's continue to have heart.
Christmas Dinner at Vallarta Restaurants
 PVNN
You don't need to spend hours sweating over a hot stove to enjoy a traditional Christmas or Christmas Eve dinner in Puerto Vallarta! This holiday season, many restaurants in the Banderas Bay area are serving up holiday meals that'll keep you out of the kitchen - and in a festive mood!
Prudential Vallarta Celebrates Christmas 2009
 PVNN
The Prudential Vallarta family rallied for the festivities at the magnificent Villa Mediterraneo on the Bay's South Shore on Tuesday to celebrate the holiday season. The more than 50 revelers joined Broker Tere Kimball in raising the roof and their spirits, celebrating 2009 with music and laughter.
Toys For Tots to Again Spread Thousands of Smiles
 Jerry Lafferty
The Vallarta Toys for Tots team wishes to thank their many sponsors and the supporters who attended this year's fundraisers. Over $550,000 pesos were raised, which will be used to purchase and distribute toys to needy children in the Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area on January 11.
PEACE Real Home Tours
 Harold Sokolove
The first ever Real World Home Tour, subtitled Be More Than A Tourist, took place last week. The 4-hour tour of homes in the resort area of Bahía de Banderas was sponsored by PEACE, a local non-profit organization. The next Real Home tour is set for Tuesday, December 22nd.
Vallarta's Culinary Corner: Mark's Lobster Ravioli and Lobster Butter
 SF Productions
In this edition of Puerto Vallarta's Culinary Corner, host Chef Seth Cloutman and Chef Jan Marie Benton of Mark's Bar & Grill in Bucerias show you how to prepare, and share their recipes for, delicious Lobster Raviolis and a fun, no-fail recipe for Lobster Butter.
A Smash Becas Breakfast at River Cafe
 Polly G. Vicars
More than 150 Becas supporters turned out at 9:30 am on December 16, 2009 to breakfast at The River Cafe, generating enough revenue to insure that twenty of Vallarta’s bright junior high students of great ability and almost no economic resources will have their scholarships paid for another year.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
 Mike A. Arevalo
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 news headlines and added some upcoming events you won't want to miss.
Andale Restaurant Celebrates 30 Years in Vallarta
 pvrpv.com
In February, Andale Restaurant will be celebrating their 30th anniversary of bringing lively music, delicious food, ice cold margaritas and an electric party atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re at the biggest fiesta in town to Puerto Vallarta locals and visitors.
 The Night Before Christmas in Vallarta
 David Lyons
Long-time Puerto Vallarta resident, accomplished author and entertainer, R.D. (David) Lyons shares his thoughts on spending Christmas in Puerto Vallarta through his rendition of 'A Visit From St. Nicholas', more commonly known as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas'.
PEACE Launches Volunteer Vacation Calendar for 2010 Punta de Mita, Mexico
 PR.com
The newest trend in travel includes volunteer vacations. Destination: PEACE Volunteer Vacations, in the Bay of Banderas, can provide an exciting experience for travelers who want to take their vacation, one step further with a Vacation for the Soul.
2nd Annual Community Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
 Ric Lehman
This year’s Community Christmas Eve Service will be held on Thursday, December 24th at 5:00 pm at the Cecatur Auditorium, also known as the Agustin Flores Contreras Cultural Auditorium, on the corner of Zaragoza and Matamoros, near the Main Plaza in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
A Tribute to David Manore
 Polly G. Vicars
Polly Vicars pays tribute to her friend the late David Manore, who, with the help of his wife Isabel, was the creative force and inspiration behind the Casa Isabel Boutique Hotel and B&B in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and the Madison Avenue Pub and Hotel Complex in Toronto, Canada.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
From great food and music to the latest news and gossip, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on around Banderas Bay this holiday season, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta Fishing Report: Dec 2009
 Captain Juan Pablo Moll
Well it looks like the excellent late fall season is coming to an end. The water has cooled down significantly over the past few weeks and the fishing has been a bit slower than last month, but it’s still great - and I expect it to get better.
Puerto Vallarta Beach Restaurants - bite me! beach club
 "...yummy food, great drinks and a touch of attitude"
Since April 2009 bite me! beach club, the new kid on the block, has been serving up yummy food, great drinks and a touch of attitude to the delight of many guests. Conveniently located on the most popular beach in Puerto Vallarta, Playa Los Muertos, bite me! beach club is open to all and we enjoy our diverse clientele.
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