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GAP: Passenger Traffic Up 11.7% in Mexican Airports
BanderasNews.com

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico has reported that the number of terminal passengers in May 2019 increased by 11.7% at GAP's 13 airports, compared to the same period of 2018. Domestic traffic increased by 12.3%, while international traffic increased by 10.6%.

Aeromar to Offer CDMX - Vallarta Summer Flights
Ricardo Acerco

Puerto Vallarta remains a very attractive tourist destination for the national market. Proof of this is that Aeromar will open a new route from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta that offers direct flights four times a week on June 13 - just in time for the summer vacation season.

Mexico's Velas Resorts Celebrate Frida Kahlo in July
BanderasNews.com

Velas Resorts in Los Cabos, Riviera Maya and Riviera Nayarit and Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta, will offer special food and beverage tasting menus dedicated to Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. They'll be serving up her favorite drinks & dishes in honor of her birthday, July 6, 2019.

Things You Should Know Before Moving to Mexico
Business Insider

Mexico is home to more American expats than any other country in the world. But if you're thinking of packing up and moving to Mexico, there are a few things you should know first. An expat blogger and other Americans who've moved here offer their best advice.

June in the Riviera Nayarit Means Beach, Sun, and Fun
Norma Hernández

The Riviera Nayarit is the ideal destination for event tourism, thanks to the sheer number of great activities that take place year-round. This month, Mexico's Pacific Treasure is hosting musical, sports, and cultural events as part of their June tourism offer.

Free Activities Add to Vallarta Summer Vacation Savings
Lorena Sonrisas

Summer is just around the corner and with that comes great vacation getaways. Visitors to Puerto Vallarta will not only find discounted rates on some of the city's most popular tours, but also many fun - and free! - activities that'll keep the whole family entertained.

The Best Places for Americans to Retire in Mexico
US News & World Report

More Americans have retired abroad in Mexico than any other country. The low cost of living, sunshine, accessibility, established expat communities and diversity of lifestyle draw many retirees south of the border. The challenge is deciding just where to retire in Mexico.

Four Underrated Cities for Living or Retiring in Mexico
MEXLend Mortgages for Mexico

For those thinking of moving to Mexico, Puerto Vallarta often comes to mind when contemplating prospective destinations for a new home. What many don't know is that there are many cities that fly under the radar and, for that reason, are spectacular places to live.

Sea Turtle Nesting Season on Puerto Vallarta Beaches
Margarita Bonita

Turtle-loving travelers heading to Puerto Vallarta this summer are invited to join one of the Banderas Bay region's many sea turtle protection programs which, every year, help thousands of baby Olive Ridley turtles survive long enough to reach the sea.

Guayabitos Revving Up for 14th Annual Motofiesta
Banderas News Team

Rincón de Guayabitos is revving up for the 14th Motofiesta Guayabitos. Set to take place May 31-June 2, hundreds of motorcyclists and thousands of visitors will come together to enjoy a rip-roaring good time, a flashy main street parade, concerts, and contests.

Americans are Heading South Across US-Mexico Border
Yucatán Expat Life

The flow of migrants from the United States to Mexico is probably larger than the flow of Mexicans to the U.S. Mexico's statistics institute recently estimated that the U.S.-born population in this country has reached 799,000, a roughly fourfold increase since 1990.

Mexican Government to Resume Pueblos Mágicos Funding
Mexico News Daily

At a tourism fair held in Zacatecas last week, Tourism Secretary Miguel Torruco Marqués announced that each of Mexico's 121 Pueblos Mágicos, or magical towns, will receive 2.5 million pesos (US $131,000) from state and federal governments over the next year.

Hook the Cure Returns to Puerto Vallarta this November
Gary Green

Fishing and golf enthusiasts are already making plans to visit Puerto Vallarta November 7-10, 2019 for a long weekend of fun and friendship at the 14th edition of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's premiere fishing, golf & spa outing, 'Hook the Cure Powered by IOTEC.'

2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Features Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue team and some of the most talked-about women in sports visited Puerto Vallarta in March for its annual photo shoot. The 2019 edition hit U.S. news stands on Wednesday, bringing PV to the attention of more than 70 million consumers.

GAP: Passenger Traffic Up 8.7% in Mexican Airports
BanderasNews.com

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico has reported that the number of terminal passengers in April 2019 increased by 8.7% at GAP's 13 airports, compared to the same period of 2018. Domestic traffic increased by 7.8%, while international traffic increased by 9.9 percent.

El Tuito: A Satisfying Adventure into Rural Mexico
Sandra Cesca

I first met Marta several years ago, after hearing about her famous breads, cakes, and cookies in the small Mexican town of El Tuito. I have visited her many times since because her butter cookies are to die for. If you ever visit Puerto Vallarta, I will happily take you there.

2019 Cruise Season Sees Mexican Riviera Traffic Spike
Cruise Industry News

The West Coast cruise market, primarily composed of sailings from California to the Mexican Riviera, is seeing traffic spike thanks to new cruise ships, new interest and new operators, according to the 2019 Cruise Industry News Annual Report.

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