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Measuring Absence: Extremes in Population Densities
 David Kimball
Are you dreaming of getting away from it (or them) all? Just South of Vallarta, the Municipio de Cabo Corrientes, which is home to the Tierra Alta eco-cabin development, has a population of only 10,000 people scattered over 1,540 square kms - that's just 6.5 persons per square kilometer.
Mexico Unveils Design for New International Airport
 Alper and Aguilar
Mexico has unveiled the winning design for the capital city's new airport. The design was submitted by famed British architect Norman Foster and Mexico's Fernando Romero, son-in-law to telecom mogal Carlos Slim. Work will start next year and should be completed by 2018.
New Rules for Permanently Importing Used Cars into Mexico
 Steven M. Fry
As of September 1, 2014, SAT has issued new rules for permanently importing used cars from the United States. The biggest change is that the individual importing the used NAFTA car into Mexico must first prove that the car has been formally exported from the USA following US CBP laws.
Mexi-Go! Brings Vallarta-Nayarit Real Estate to Canada
 Jeff Castañeda
In an effort to help educate and influence potential Canadian buyers, Mexi-Go! is holding two Real Estate Expos in Vallarta's most popular markets, Vancouver and Calgary. If you are in Canada this fall, don't miss the Mexi-Go! Expos being held in Calgary on Sept 27 Vancouver on Oct 4.
U.S. News: Vallarta 1 of 9 Top Havens for Expat Retirees
 Marie Callan
In a recent US News & World Report article, the founder of the Live and Invest Overseas publishing group, Kathleen Peddicord, listed nine great places to retire overseas among like-minded company, and Puerto Vallarta was one of the top havens in the Americas for expat retirees.
Antonio Ramblés Travels: Guanajuato's Centro Historico
 AntonioRambles.com
The 'Alhondigas de Granaditas' – The Granary – dominates the old city of Guanajuato, Mexico, and has played a central role in its history for more than two hundred years. The Alhondigas is best known, though, as the site of the first battle in Mexico's War of Independence.
Riviera Nayarit Joins Earthcheck Sustainable Leaders
 Banderas News Team
Since its inception at the UN World Summit in 1992, EarthCheck has represented the best in environmental sustainability. The accreditation program was launched in 2002, and now, Riviera Nayarit will work with EarthCheck to embrace sustainable development across the destination.
2014 World Tourism Day Celebrations in Jalisco
 Marie Callan
The official celebrations for World Tourism Day 2014 will be hosted by the city of Guadalajara, Mexico under the theme 'Tourism and Community Development.' Here in Puerto Vallarta, the Municipal Tourism Department will be hosting a series of WTD events from September 25th-28th.
Boutique Hotels Reflect Puerto Vallarta's Personality
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
With almost 22,000 rooms, Puerto Vallarta visitors have occupied almost 1.5 million rooms during the first 6 months of 2014. But many do not know of the great diversity of properties found here, specifically the many boutique and small hotels in this resort city.
Mexico's Capital Set for New, Larger Airport in 2018
 Bloomberg.com
During today's 'State of the Nation' speech, President Enrique Peña Nieto is poised to announce a new, larger airport for Mexico City. The plan is being spurred by congestion at Benito Juarez International, which led all LatAm airports in takeoffs and landings last year.
Vallarta Celebrates Mexico's Independence in September
 Betsua Salazar
Mexico's Independence Day celebrations are coming up. Don't miss the opportunity to escape the routine and enjoy the long September 15th weekend in Puerto Vallarta. The city's main parade is held downtown, in conjunction with a free concert and fireworks display on the Malecón.
Camping in Mexico: Doing it Right in Lo de Marcos
 Alonso Diaz
Stellar beaches, incredible food, mountains, jungle, and wonderfully friendly people are much of what makes camping in Mexico so very intriguing. And now there's a new country camping spot in Lo de Marcos, Nayarit, approximately one hour's drive north of Puerto Vallarta.
3rd Night Free at Las Alamandas Luxury Boutique Hotel
 BanderasNews.com
From September 12-21st, you can escape to paradise and enjoy the third night free during Las Alamandas Resort's Independence Day celebration. Located 80 miles south of Puerto Vallarta along Mexico's famed Costalegre coast, Las Alamandas is Mexico's ultimate escape.
Puerto Vallarta Athlete Featured on CBS Sports Network
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Puerto Vallarta star athlete, Karen Jacobson gains international attention as CBS sports announces it will broadcast the newly recognized 'Ultimate SUP Showdown' taking place August 17th-18th on the surfer favorite beaches of Waikiki.
Anchors Aweigh! Sailing on Vallarta's Banderas Bay
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Located between the states of Nayarit and Jalisco, Banderas Bay is ideal for the practice of sailing sports of every kind. Its unique characteristics make it the perfect host destination for world-class sailing events, including regattas, kitesurfing and windsurfing.
 Vallarta-Nayarit Tourism Numbers Rise Dramatically
 Banderas News Team
New figures released from the Mexico Tourism Board illustrate how Vallarta-Nayarit is making a strong comeback, thanks to the destination's promotional campaign. State authorities recently met with Vallarta & Nayarit tourism delegates to discuss the joint campaign's success.
2 Ancient Mayan Cities Discovered in the Mexico Jungle
 Indrani Bhattacharyya
For centuries, they were hidden in the lush green forests of Mexico, but archaeologists finally discovered two ancient Mayan cities in the jungles. The cities were lost in the thick vegetation in the southeastern part of the state of Campeche, on the Yucatan peninsula.
New U.S. Travel Warnings Exempt Mexico Tourist Spots
 Marie Callan
The latest travel warning for Mexico, issued by the US State Department on August 15, 2014, exempts the tourist destinations of Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Cabo San Lucas, Riviera Maya, San Miguel de Allende, Guadalajara and Mexico City from any warnings or advisories.
MEXLend Mortgages: Closing Loans and Seeing Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
For MEXLend co-founders David Schwendeman & Terence Reilly, one of the best things about owning Mexico's leading residential mortgage brokerage is the opportunity to travel throughout the country & explore new places while helping foreigners secure financing for their dream homes.
Highway Construction Causes High Tech Jaguar Research
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
This month, Mexico's Alianza Jaguar will initiate the capture of five jaguars to fit them with GPS collars. This measure is being taken to study their habits in an effort to reduce the impact of the Jala-Bahía de Banderas highway on the jaguar population in the Sierra de Valleja.
Puerto Vallarta Stars in HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt
 John Swanson
Home and Garden Television network recently shot their very popular 'Beachfront Bargain Hunt' program in Puerto Vallarta, and the results could not have been better. From state-of-the-art aerial photography to capturing the local flavor, this show is nothing short of amazing!
Las Alamandas' Baby Sea Turtle Protection Program
 Ed Placidi
The Sea Turtle Protection Program at Las Alamandas has been a great success over the years, and now guests can participate in two action phases of the program - collecting the eggs and protecting the newly hatched babies - integral parts in boosting the sea turtle population.
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