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Jalisco's Lake Chapala Inn Goes Green
 Dale Hoyt Palfrey
As a clear sign that the green revolution is gaining ground along the shorelines of Mexico’s largest lake, The Lake Chapala Inn recently installed a rooftop photovoltaic solar energy system to generate most of the electricity needed to run this posh, waterfront B&B.
 Mexcaltitan's Annual Battle of the Saints
 RivieraNayarit.com
Every year on June 29, San Pedro and San Pablo engage in a battle in Mexcaltitan, Mexico. The town splits up in two teams, each one representing one of the saints, who compete in a race. After the race there's a pagan celebration, which includes dancing, eating and fireworks.
Sayulita Hosts 1st National SUP Competition
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The natural surroundings of Riviera Nayarit will provide a spectacular backdrop for the First National Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Championship, which is endorsed by the Surf Association of Nayarit and the Mexican Surf Federation, and will take place in Sayulita June 7-10, 2012.
Slim: 'Party Should Begin at the Airport'
 Mexico Today
The world's richest man, Carlos Slim, has some innovative suggestions for Mexico's travel industry: make the Customs and Immigrations experience 'like a party' for international travelers. 'It should be a warm welcome, not only at the hotel, but also at the airport,' he said.
Mexico Plans to Increase Tuna Production
 Banderas News Team
Since the World Trade Organization sided with Mexico against the United States’ prohibition of their tuna being labeled as 'dolphin safe, the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Commission is putting plans in place to increase its tuna production to maximum capacity.
Tropicasa's Counteractive Media Campaign
 Patrick Harrison
In response to misleading statements and half-truths coming from the media in the US and Canada, Tropicasa Realty's ad campaign pokes fun at a serious subject while making the statement that Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay area are safe places to live and vacation.
Merida Declaration Tops G20 Mexico Agenda
 g20mexico.org
Mexico's Ministry of Tourism reports that the proposals to boost tourism set out by the Merida Declaration at the May 15-16 Tourism Ministerial Meeting (T20) in Cancun, will be reviewed by the G20 Heads of State in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, on June 18 and 19, 2012.
SW Airlines: Cheaper Flights to Mexico
 Doug Miller
Southwest Airlines has agreed to pay $100 million for the construction of five new gates and a customs facility at Houston's Hobby Airport to accommodate international flights to Mexico and Latin America in a high-profile fight with United Airlines.
Slim Awards $21 Million Contract to Indra
 Banderas News Team
Carlos Slim's construction and engineering company, 'IDEAL', has awarded a $21 million contract for the implementation of a traffic management and highway tolling system on the Guadalajara-Tepic tollway, to Indra, a global technology company located in Madrid, Spain.
Mexico a Top Spot for Destination Weddings
 Banderas News Team
Mexico's Tourism Board has brought together representatives from its most romantic resorts and leading wedding suppliers to showcase their country as a world class destination for weddings and honeymoons at the 'Love Mexico' events in Dallas and New York.
Riviera Nayarit Sportfishing Tournaments
 Banderas News Team
Calling all Anglers! Get ready for two of the most important fishing events in Mexico: The 52° International Fishing Tournament in San Blas, scheduled to take place from May 30 to June 3, and the 1st International Fishing Tournament in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle from October 10-14th.
Discovered: Oldest Known Mayan Calendar
 Diego Sancho
In a remote northeastern corner of Guatemala, archaeologists, excavating the ruins of the 9th century Maya complex of Xultun, have found what appears to be the oldest known Mayan calendar. The discovery, made in a region of lowland rainforest, is unusually well preserved.
Wind Festival 2012: Kitesurfing in Bucerias
 Marie Callan
Kitesurfers from all over Mexico are ready to hit the beaches of Riviera Nayarit as they prepare for three days of spectacular kitesurfing during the 2012 Wind Festival. Competitions will take place on the waters between Bucerías and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle from May 18-20.
Vallarta's Festival Cultural de Mayo
 Lorena Sonrisas
From May 15-31, 2012 Puerto Vallarta will commemorate its 94th anniversary as a city and 44th as a municipality during the Festival Cultural de Mayo, a celebration that includes cultural events, live performances, film screenings, photo and art exhibitions, parades and fireworks.
Record International Air Travel Expected
 Banderas News Team
Airlines for America, the industry trade association for the leading US airlines, reported that passengers can expect full flights this summer, thanks in part to a record number of people traveling internationally and an improving economy.
Summer Camp at Vallarta Botanical Gardens
 vbgardens.org
From July 16-August 10th the Terra Firma Summer Camp at Vallarta Botanical Gardens offers campers ages 13-17 the opportunity to explore our environment & learn about the challenges of our future and how we can shape it, all while building friendships that will last a lifetime.
Cowboy Cheerleaders Visit Riviera Maya
 BanderasNews.com
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders recently visited Riviera Maya for the photo shoot of their 2013 calendar. This marks the 3rd consecutive year that they have chosen Mexico's beaches for the production of their calendar, the last two being shot in the Banderas Bay area.
El Tigre 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
To celebrate El Tigre Golf & Country Club's 10th anniversary, a golf tournament will be held on their Robert Von Hagge designed 72-par championship course at Paradise Village in Nuevo Vallarta on Friday, May 11th. All local and visiting golfers are invited to compete.
Hard Rock Hotel Coming to Puerto Vallarta
 Doreen Hemlock
5 years after buying the Hard Rock brand for nearly $1 billion, the Seminole Tribe of Florida is launching Hard Rock Hotels in Puerto Vallarta and Cancun this year as part of a larger global expansion; licensing its name to 3 existing hotels owned by Mexico's Palace Resorts.
Spring Break 2012's Impact on Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
Spring Break 2012 was an unforgettable experience, not just for the college students but also for the city of Puerto Vallarta due to the huge economic impact it made. Escalating spring tourism contributed approximately 7 million dollars to our local economy this year.
Galería Coppelia Opens in El Tuito
 Leslie Korn
While there is plenty of shopping in Puerto Vallarta, there are few galleries as eclectic, affordable and as worthy of your time and inspection as Galería Coppelia in el Tuito. The many different arts and crafts items displayed there will surely find their way into your hands.
Mexico to Host 'The Americas Summit'
 Richard Dangler
The Americas Summit of the World Travel and Tourism Council will be hosted by the Mexican Ministry of Tourism in Cancun this May. The event will be the first in a series Regional Summits that focus on global travel and tourism issues in a unique networking forum.
Summertime is Turtle Time in Vallarta
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Every June, sea turtles start arriving on the shores of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit to nest their eggs. 45 days later, their eggs begin to hatch, attracting visitors looking to experience the magic of life first-hand by taking part in the region's turtle hatching season.
Mexico Top Seed at 2012 Summer Olympics
 Dino Deramee'
FIFA's organizing committee has announced that Mexico, Britain, Spain, and Brazil have been chosen to be the seeded teams for the London 2012 Olympic Men's Soccer Tournament. Here are the results of the draw for grouping for both the men and women's tournaments.
Travelocity Gnome Visits Puerto Vallarta
 Marie Callan
The Travelocity gnome arrived in Puerto Vallarta this morning for a four-day tour of the city and surrounding areas. From April 24-27th, the Gnome will promote the Banderas Bay region as a premier vacation destination by sharing his travel experiences with his online followers.
A Record Breaking Open Water Competition
 Riviera Nayartir CVB
On April 21st, over 420 swimmers from 47 Mexican teams participated in the 2nd Annual Aguas Abiertas Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. In the main competition, a 5k race for professionals, last year's records were broken in both the Men's and Women's divisions.
Successful Finale of World Economic Forum
 Gustavo Rivas-Solís
All eyes were on Puerto Vallarta this week as the 7th World Economic Forum on Latin America reached its successful conclusion, wrapping up a full program of sessions that spanned a number of topics under the theme 'Regional Transformation in a New Global Context.'
Group Seeks Improved Border Traffic Flow
 John Thomas
According to El Paso Mayor John Cook, an agreement was reached with Customs and Border Protection on a plan to use GPS technology to measure the wait times experienced by people at the international border crossing points between Mexico and the United States.
MLT to Manage Aeroméxico Vacations
 TravelWorldNews.com
MLT Vacations has been selected to manage 'Aeroméxico Vacations.' The new brand will offer high-value vacation packages to the most important leisure destinations across Mexico, including popular beach destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Los Cabos.
El Tigre Hosts LPGA Qualifying Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Riviera Nayarit Classic, part of the Symetra Tour and a qualifying tournament for the LPGA, is coming back to El Tigre Golf & Country Club in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico from April 23-29, 2012, offering $125,000 USD in prizes - the highest in the entire tour.
 World Economic Forum Spotlights Vallarta
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
Puerto Vallarta is a booming resort destination that combines the best of Mexico’s past, present and future, which is why it was the perfect place for the 2012 World Economic Forum on Latin America - and for world leaders to discuss the region's role in today's world.
Jalisco Agave Region Risks UNESCO Status
 Duncan Tucker
In 2006 Jalisco’s agave growing region was designated a 'World Heritage Sight' by UNESCO. The area is shaped by the culture of the plant used to produce tequila spirit for 2,000 years. Poorly cared for and threatened by pollution, it's in danger of losing its status.
Retirement Expo Coming to Jalisco in June
 Diego Sancho
The number of foreign retirees currently residing in Mexico is over 500,000. With baby boomers reaching retirement age, a few Mexican organizations have emerged to meet the current and future demands of the thousands that will move to Mexico in the next decade.
Quebec Showcased at Guadalajara Festival de Mayo
 Lyne Benoit
The Province of Quebec is the guest of honor at the 15th Annual Festival Cultural de Mayo in Guadalajara, Mexico. Various Canadian artists will be participating in the areas of dance, music and visual arts, with a focus on Quebec's renowned circus arts and street performances.
PV Named 'Favorite Mexico Beach Destination'
 Nora Ocegueda
About.com has ranked Vallarta as the favorite beach destination in Mexico on the popular website's 'Reader’s Choice Awards.' Our little slice of heaven on the Bay of Banderas was previously chosen as the 'Most Romantic Place in Mexico 2012' by the website's readers.
Villas in Vallarta Hot Summer Specials
 Patrick Harrison
Two of Puerto Vallarta’s favorite beachfront properties announced today a special summer offer for each of the properties. Guests of Casa Tres Vidas can enjoy stays of seven nights while only paying for five, and Quinta Maria Cortez guests will receive every 3rd night free.
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