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Riviera Nayarit: 'Mexico's Best Luxury Beach'
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
With over 97% of the votes, Riviera Nayarit earned the 'Best Luxury Beach Destination in Mexico' title by a knockout in Travelocity's Battle of the Destinations III competition. This means that Travelocity's Gnome will soon be visiting (and promoting!) Mexico's Pacific Treasure.
Sunwing Offers Winter Flights to Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
Just as travelers are starting to plan their winter getaways, Sunwing is making it easy for residents of Alberta, Canada to fly to the warm and sunny beaches of Puerto Vallarta. Starting December 19, Sunwing will offer weekly flights to PVR every Wednesday through March 20, 2013.
 Relax in San Sebastian del Oeste, Mexico
 Julie Schwietert Collazo
Summertime is a great time to visit San Sebastian del Oeste, Mexico. Situated 4,500 feet above sea level in the heart of the Sierra Madre Mountains, San Sebastian's cool climate and historic appeal have made it one of Mexico's last great getaways.
La Tovara Park Offers Endless Adventures
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Located near San Blas, La Tovara offers the largest collection of birds in Mexico, a clever film set, and adventures in the jungle. When you take a tour through the marshes and estuaries of this national park with Chencho as your guide, Riviera Nayarit is revealed in a different light.
 Vallarta Urban Renewal Projects Near Completion
 Lorena Sonrisas
Puerto Vallarta is beginning to see the results of the urban renewal plan that it has been subjected to over the past 7 years. Unlike the Malecón renovations some of the city improvements might have passed unnoticed, but as they near completion, the entire plan becomes more evident.
Interjet Adds New Mexico City-Vallarta Flight
 BanderasNews Team
With domestic flights meeting 100% occupancy during the summer holiday season, Interjet decided that the additional flight was necessary to add to their Saturday schedule to Puerto Vallarta, which currently has two flights from Mexico City and one from Toluca.
Riviera Nayarit Hotels Make T+L's Top 20 List
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Four Seasons Punta Mita, St Regis Punta Mita and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit were included in a list of the Best 20 Hotels in Mexico for 2012, according to a survey made among international readers of Travel + Leisure, one of the world's most influential travel publications.
2nd Vallarta Bird Conservancy and Festival
 Patrick Harrison
The Banderas Bay region is a hidden jewel on Mexico’s Pacific Coast for bird watchers that's just now being discovered. Following up on the successful Vallarta Bird Festival held earlier this year, organizers have announced dates for next year’s event at Vallarta Botanical Gardens.
Mexico Pet Importation Policy Update
 Banderas News Team
Earlier this summer many US and Canadian travelers were up-in-arms over the news that pets were no longer allowed in-cabin on flights to/from Mexico. But due to recent changes in Mexico's aviation regulations, you may bring your pets with you - if you have the proper documentation.
Jala and Xalisco Sweet Corn Festival
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Every year during the first half of August, the Nayarit Colonial communities of Xalisco and Jala celebrate a Sweet Corn Festival. The festivities are organized to honor the first harvest, but local cuisine, dancing, music, cockfights, rodeos, and horse racing play honorary roles.
Riviera Nayarit Featured on 'Top Spot'
Riviera Nayarit CVB
'Top Spot,' a TV show by the producers of House Hunters International, recently filmed in Mexico's Pacific Treasure, where Cristin and Gregory took on the challenge of choosing one out of three different Riviera Nayarit properties in which to spend their vacation.
Driving & RVing Safely Throughout Mexico
 Jaltemba Sol
Thousands of Canadian snowbirds continue to drive south to Mexico every year, many to RV and camp, despite well publicized safety concerns. On September 9, Mexperts Bill & Dorothy Bell will be in the Vancouver area to teach you the tips on driving and RVing south of the US border.
Should You Think About Moving to Mexico?
 David Simmonds
It seems like a simple enough question, doesn’t it? You're at point in your life when a major change is possible. You’ve traveled to Mexico and thought 'maybe I could make the move...' then go back home. But now, more and more of us are acting on those elusive dreams.
Puerto Vallarta on Travel + Leisure's Top 10 List
 Lorena Sonrisas
TRAVEL + LEISURE is an important magazine for the tourist industry, and in their 2012 'World’s Best Cities' readers' poll, Puerto Vallarta was named the 7th top city to visit in Mexico, Central and South America - moving up a notch from #8 in 2011.
Summer Getaways: San Sebastian and Mascota
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Looking for an escape from the heat? Not far from Puerto Vallarta, the Western Mountain Region of Jalisco (Sierra Occidental) offers activities for all tastes and preferences, from enjoying the natural surroundings to visiting museums and archaeological sites.
Mariachi & Charro Festival in Guadalajara
 Lorena Sonrisas
One of the most important cultural events of the year in Guadalajara, the birthplace of Mexico's Mariachi tradition, is the International Mariachi and Charro Festival. This year, the festivities will take place at various venues in and around the city, August 27 through September 9.
Top 10 Archaeological Sites in Mexico
 Journey Mexico
Travelers interested in learning about ancient cultures and civilizations will be delighted to learn that Mexico boasts some 182 archaeological sites. Many are designated UNESCO World Patrimony sites, meaning they are recognized as sites that bear clues to mankind’s origins.
Mexico Maligned by U.S. Media's Myopia
 Terry Denton
The US media's image of Mexico is blurred precisely because their focus is on one relatively small, admittedly ugly, reality and thus falls woefully short of the retina of responsible reportage. As an unrepentant lover of Mexico, I confess it is hard not to take this personally.
Riviera Nayarit Featured on Ritmoson Latino Show
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The production crew of 'El Break,' a Ritmoson Latino show that provides useful information on how to spend summer holidays, toured Riviera Nayarit from end to end to record over 120 spots that will be aired between the television channel's videos from July 30 through August 4, 2012.
How's Mexico Tourism Doing This Year?
 Banderas News Team
Despite economic crisis abroad and US government warnings against travel south of the border, Mexico welcomed 190 million tourists in 2011, up 3.7% from 2010. But how well is tourism doing in Mexico this year?
Alaska Airlines Offers Low Fare to Mexico
 Banderas News Team
Known for year-round sun and warm weather, Mexico is a popular spot for summer vacations. Through August 3, you can book your trip to paradise for fewer pesos with Alaska Airlines. Their Low Fare Fiesta offers one way tickets to Mexico's most popular destinations starting at $204 USD.
Big City Traffic Locks Down San Miguel
 Ricardo Castillo
With the fame that San Miguel De Allende, Guanajuato has acquired over the past four years since UNESCO defined it as a World Heritage site, vehicle traffic has grown almost beyond management. This once sleepy little village is experiencing big city traffic problems.
FMG Certifies Las Huertas Golf Course
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Las Huertas Golf Course, an executive 9-hole, 3,958 yards, par 32 golf course located in San Pancho Nayarit, was recently endorsed by the Mexican Golf Federation. The course will soon be open to the public, with an inauguration tentatively planned for next October.
Hard Rock Cancun to Sponsor LGBT Confex
 anodis.com
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is partnering with the leading Latin American marketing event organizer targeting the LGBT market - LGBT Confex. The luxury resort has announced that it will sponsor the 2012 International Expo and Business LGBT event in Cancun, September 6 through 9.
Lo de Marcos: an Idyllic Mexican Village
 Tara A. Spears
As the Riviera Nayarit is gaining in popularity with international and national tourists, one of its coastal treasures is Lo de Marcos - a perfect beachside vacation for those who truly want to get away from it all in an idyllic Mexican Pacific Coast village.
PV Vies for 'Best Family Beach Destination' Title
 Jorge Chavez
The Mexico Tourism Board and Travelocity.com.mx have launched a campaign called the 'Battle of Destinations III,' which invites everyone around the world to vote online for 'The Best Beach Destination for Families' - and Puerto Vallarta is in the running - so cast your vote TODAY!
Falling in Love with Punta de Mita Mexico
 Leonora Corate
I recently fell in love with the town of Punta de Mita, Mexico for many reasons aside from the superlative fish tacos at Oscar's – including the relatively uncrowded and mellow surf, the achingly beautiful Bay of Banderas, the warmth of the locals, and the extremely laidback vibe.
Vote for Riviera Nayarit on Travelocity
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
From July 17-23, 2012, Riviera Nayarit is looking to win Travelocity's 'Battle of the Destinations' contest by a knockout. The winning destination will be visited by Travelocity's Gnome and invited to the World Championship, hosted by the competition's ambassador, Mike Tyson.
102 Mexican Athletes Compete at Olympics
 Banderas News Team
Mexico will go to the London 2012 Olympic Games with a 102-athlete delegation and will be accompanied by 109 others including officials, coaches, and doctors. Athletes who win medals at the games will be awarded cash prizes according to Mexican sports authorities.
Mexi-Go! Travel Expo to Showcase Vallarta
 Veronica Rivas
Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit tourism representatives will have the opportunity to interact with thousands of people at the Mexi-Go! Travel and Trade Expo in Vancouver. Events include the September 1-16th MexicoFest, and a Trade show at Vancouver's Convention Centre, September 7-8, 2012.
Biking the Trails in Guanajuato, Mexico
 Jayme Moye
Dubbed the heart of Mexico, the interior state of Guanajuato, Mexico is a land of artist colonies, World Heritage sites, and the Sierra Madre Mountains – all connected by trails that are perfect for mountain biking.
Haiti Signs Tourism Pact With Mexico
 The News
In hopes of promoting economic development, Tourism Secretary Gloria Guevara Manzo and Haiti’s Ambassador to Mexico Guy G. Lathe signed a memorandum of understanding this past Thursday, through which both countries hope to strengthen cooperation in the tourism industry.
Maya 2012 Revealed: The Maya Said What?
 David Simmonds
If you’re like me, you may have been wondering what all the Maya 'it’s-the-end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it' controversy is all about. Fortunately, Jeanine Kitchel has written an engaging and scholarly book just in time to clear up the confusion.
Riviera Nayarit Tops Summer Surfing Lists
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Huffington Post, Oyster Blog and Men's Health recently named Sayulita and Punta Mita as some of North America's must-visit summer destinations for surf lovers. Some other place to catch the waves in Riviera Nayarit include Lo de Marcos and Destiladeras.
It's Sea Turtle Season in Puerto Vallarta
 Marie Callan
Turtle-loving travelers heading to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico in the coming months can join one of the Banderas Bay region's many sea turtle release programs, which help thousands of baby Olive Ridley sea turtles survive long enough to reach the sea.
'I Traveled to Mexico and Came Back Alive'
Kyle Ellison
One of the hottest topics in North American travel at the moment is the question of whether or not you should travel to Mexico. Two weeks ago Kyle Ellison did something 'absolutely crazy.' He got on a plane in the US, spent an entire week traveling in Mexico... and came back alive.
Quiksilver Surf Open Acapulco, July 17-22
 ASP International
ASP North America made a last-minute addition to the schedule with the ASP 4-Star Quiksilver Surf Open Acapulco officially confirmed on June 26. Scheduled to take place at Playa Revolcadero July 17-22, the tournament is open to all national and international pro surfers.
Las Alamandas Summer Offer for Mexico Residents
 Dorota Antoszkiewicz
Las Alamandas is an ideal summer escape for families, couples and friends seeking a relaxing tropical haven that offers it all - and through August 31, 2012, Mexico residents can enjoy 50% off the standard rate of a garden-view suite at this alluring Costalegre resort.
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