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PVYAFCA: Vallarta Fishing Experience
Stan Gabruk

Vallarta Fishing Experience, a new online fishing show featuring some great "man vs. fish" video footage and tips on how and where you can catch the big ones on Banderas Bay, debuts on BanderasNews.

The BanderasNews Report
Precision Productions

In this edition of The BanderasNews Report, guest host Nicole Martin gives us a look at some of the week's news headlines from Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay. We also tell you about some upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.

World's Biggest Bikini Beach Party Hits Puerto Vallarta
PVNN

Young, talented and extremely beautiful, the Ujena swimwear models make their annual migration to Puerto Vallarta's tropical paradise and historical promenades from August 30th to September 6th for the 2009 Puerto Vallarta Ujena Jam.

Vallarta's Culinary Corner: Chef Michel of Trattoria Michel
Roberta Rand

Trattoria Michel owner Chef Michel Ferrari shows us how to prepare his signature dish, Ossobucco, in the premier episode of Vallarta's Culinary Corner, a new online cooking show hosted by Food by Seth owner and PV's favorite 'foodie,' Chef Seth Cloutman.

Retirement in Puerto Vallarta - What Makes Banderas Bay So Special?
Jim Scherrer

What makes Banderas Bay so special? Aside from a handful of beautiful little secluded beaches south of Mismaloya, accessible only by boat, virtually all of the 30 miles of Banderas Bay beaches lie within a 35 mile strip of land that is available for purchasing by foreigners.

Spotlight On Vallarta: Salsa Dance Champions Ignite the Floor at Quizas
Roberta Rand

On any given night, you can find dancers working up a sweat at the open-air clubs along the Malecón. But last Saturday night dance played out at a whole different level as salsa champions from Mexico and around the world burned up the dance floor at Quizas on the River Cuale.

The BanderasNews Report
Cassandra Aragon

Last week, Cassandra Aragon visited Mexico City's Azteca Stadium to see the World Cup qualifier between Mexico and its bitter rivals, the United States.

Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas

How the Internet is changing business advertising, some hot summer restaurant specials, and more 'Boomers in the Bay.'

Kaiser Maximilian Goes Greek in August
Laura Gelezunas

For more than 14 years Kaiser Maximilian has been known for its exceptional Austrian fare. But this month, this popular Puerto Vallarta restaurant is also featuring a special Greek Menu, offering diners a taste of Greece through the end of August.

Phil's Fishing Report - Mid August
Phil Kerr

The fish are getting bigger and better this week. The Totoaba went on a 6 hour trip and managed to catch a 400 lb Black Marlin. They were back on the dock by 1 pm. This might seem almost impossible, but with a fast boat and a good captain, catching 400 lb. Black Marlin in a six hour trip is just another day on the Bay of Banderas.

The Story Of Muhammad Ali
Udi Verma & Paul Lane

This music video is a warm tribute to a true boxing legend and tells the story of the rise and fall and rise again of the greatest boxer of all time - Muhammad Ali! Enjoy!

Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas

Laura shows us why retirees flock to the Mexican Riviera, some highflying puppies & people helping people in our community.

How to Get High in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
PVNN

If you are looking for high-flying thrills, panoramic views and pure excitement, one of the most amazing things to do here in Puerto Vallarta is parasailing, which lifts you high above Banderas Bay for a fabulous and unique view of this tropical beach paradise.

Time to Jam: Vallarta Song Writing Contest
Laura Gelezunas

One of the best ways to generate excitement is to have a contest. Local author, musician and composer David Lyons hopes to strum up enthusiasm by launching a song writing contest. The contest is in its preliminary stage, so start strumming up ideas now and we'll have more details soon.

PVYAFCA: Fishing with Phil - July 21, 2009
... hosted by Phil Kerr

In this episode of the Fishing with Phil Show, we spend a great day on the Elissa with Rosa, Greg and Monty from REMAX real estate.

Puerto Vallarta Fishing Report July 20, 2009
Phil Kerr

If you are coming to Puerto Vallarta to do some serious Big Game Fishing these next 4 to 5 months are your best bet to ensure yourself a trophy fish. Fishing was a bit slow this week; however a few of the boats had successful charters, reeling in Sailfish, Dorado and Tuna.

Spotlight on Vallarta: July 16
SF Productions

This week we explore Vallarta's public transportation system, zip through the jungle on an El Eden Canopy Tour, and ask some tourists who are currently visiting Puerto Vallarta if they are enjoying the rainy season and if the weather has adversely affected their vacation.

The Banderas Beat for July 15, 2009
with Laura Gelezunas

In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura gives us an inside look at why so many Baby Boomers are moving to Puerto Vallarta, how one local business is utilizing the latest online technologies to advertise their services, and a local musician's plans to promote tourism in a fun new way.

Fishing With Phil: La Cruz Kids Fishing Tournament
Phil Kerr

In this episode of Fishing with Phil Show, Phil goes to the Marina in La Cruz to participate in the kids fishing tournament that is every year in June and there is a Kids fishing tournament in Puerto Vallarta as well that is a week prior to the La Cruz Kids fishing tournament.

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.

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.

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.

El Salvador Crowned CONCACAF Kings
FIFA.com

SF Productions takes a look at some of the play and celebration during the CONCACAF zone qualifier for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup and 2009 CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championships at the Agustín Flores Contreras Sports Stadium in Puerto Vallarta.

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.

The Sea Turtles of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Jim Scherrer

Sea turtles are very intelligent creatures of nature; they continue coming to Puerto Vallarta regardless of the swine flu scare, the border town drug wars, or the global recession! In fact, they are a lot like savvy tourists; once they’ve been to Vallarta, they keep coming back!

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

In the second episode of our 'Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.' series, Laura shows us how Banderas Bay area businesses and the local community are dealing with the recent drop in tourism, which started with the global economic crisis and border drug wars, followed by the swine flu scare.

Brazil Wins Beach Volleyball Championship
PVNN

Brazil took home the gold at the Puerto Vallarta 2009 International Beach Volleyball Tournament, which took place from June 12-14 at the Agustín Flores Contreras Sports Stadium in Puerto Vallarta, with the US coming in second and Greece taking home the bronze.

El Potrillo in Concert: Without the Crowd
PVNN

For those who'd like to see Alejandro Fernández and Friends in the 'Jalisco en Vivo' concert on June 20, but want to avoid the crowds, Vallarta Adventures is offering two special cruises that allow you to enjoy the show from the comfort of their first-class boats anchored out in the bay.

Spotlight on Vallarta: Promoting Tourism
David Olvera

The Swine Flu crisis has affected every business here in Puerto Vallarta, causing hardship after hardship. In my opinion there is only one way to bring the tourists back in large numbers, and that is through a more targeted approach of promoting and marketing our little slice of paradise.

Be Neighborly, Go to Mexico
Andrés Martinez

The United States is not about to criminalize guns and legalize drugs to help out Mexico. But you can do your part to help out a good neighbor - book a trip south. Pronto.

PVYAFCA: Vallarta Video Fishing Report
Phil Kerr

The Puerto Vallarta Yachting and Fishing Charter Association is an energetic and forward-looking company using virtual tours as way of marketing charter boats, in the Puerto Vallarta area. Here's their report on the local fishing scene for Early June.

Vallarta Lifestyles' Restaurant Week 2009 Wrap-Up
Gary R. Beck

Over the course of the 17 day Restaurant Week 2009, which took place from May 15th-31st, Puerto Vallarta restaurant reviewer Gary R. Beck escorted small groups of food lovers to participating restaurants - and you can read his reviews right here on BanderasNews.

Fishing with Phil - Night Fishing For Squid
SF Productions

This week Phil goes night fishing for squid on The Office and The Cracker Jack, but things change as the Big Fish show up... do the crews have what it takes to land the Big One?

Changing Kid's Lives One Smile at a Time
Patricia Mendez

The Puerto Vallarta International Friendship Club is changing kid's lives one smile at a time by providing free medical consultation and treatment to underprivileged children born with a cleft palate or harelip. Your donations are instrumental in creating new lives for these children.


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