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PR Web
 Heading to a local Tequila bar for Cinco de Mayo? Why not go straight to the source? Spirit of Jalisco will host its first public tour of the Valley of Tequila in Jalisco, Mexico. Tours start on May 2nd, but there are plenty of dates on the calender for 2013.
Marriott Plans to Double Number of Hotels in Mexico
Ryan Dube
 Mexico could provide one of the best opportunities for growth in Latin America over the next few years due to an increase in business and tourism, according to Marriott International Inc. The US based hotel chain has 22 hotels in Mexico and plans to double that number by 2017.
Yann Arthus-Bertrand Documentary Filming in Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 Mexcaltitan, Nayarit was one of the locations chosen by French documentary filmmaker and environmentalist Yann Arthus-Bertrand for his new production entitled 'Human.' Arthus-Bertrand's first movie, 'Home,' has already been watched by 600 million people around the world.
UK Travel Firms to Offer Non-Stops to Puerto Vallarta
Juliet Dennis
 UK based travel operators Thomson and First Choice have introduced new longhaul flights to Vallarta out of Manchester and London Gatwick, to be served by their new Boeing Dreamliner aircraft in 2014. Another addition for next year will include PV as a wedding destination.
US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels in Mexico'
Liz Weiss
 US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels' have evaluated over 300 hotels and resorts across Mexico. Here's a look at the top 10 properties of 2013 - consistently earning high marks across the board concerning industry accolades, expert opinions, ratings, and guest reviews.
9th Annual Texas Music Festival in Riviera Nayarit
BanderasNews.com
 The 9th annual Texas Music Festival will take place June 11th - 18th at the Marival Resort and Suites and at the Marival Residences and World Spa in Nueva Vallarta. Come and join us for Texas music, Texas food, and Texas size fun on the beach in beautiful Riviera Nayarit!
The History of Puerto Vallarta's Los Muertos Pier
Laura Gelezunas
 A celebration of sleek design and style, city renewal, and transportation convenience, the new Los Muertos Pier is another jewel in Puerto Vallarta's crown. The history of this Zona Romantica landmark is captured in a mini-documentary by 420estudio, a local production company.
Festivities for La Santa Cruz Begin April 25th
BanderasNews.com
 The Festival of the Patron Saint of La Cruz commences on Thursday, April 25th with a First Annual Opening Celebration Parade at 6 pm. This is the kickoff for a nine day religious celebration filled with parades, music, food, and fireworks in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
Riviera Nayarit to Continue its Remarkable Growth
Rosemary McClure
 A new hotel and several other tourist facilities are scheduled to open during the upcoming year in Riviera Nayarit, one of Mexico's most luxurious coastal developments. Several resorts in the region, which is just north of PV, also plan to add rooms and make other improvements.
US Immigration to Begin Collecting Biometric Data
Fox News
 US Citizenship and Immigration Services, the arm of Homeland Security that handles such things as naturalization and permanent residency, or 'green cards,' announced last week that in May it would implement the Customer Identity Verification, or CIV, at its field offices.
Qi Gong Spiritual Retreat to be Held in Vallarta
Can Go Mexico
 Plan to attend a 7 day Qi Gong retreat with instructor David Wei, a 16th generation disciple of Wudang Zhang San Feng Pai, and teacher of internal martial arts and traditional Chinese acupressure massage. The retreat will be May 4th - 11th at Palos Studios and Casa Alexandra.
Grand Velas Nayarit Offers Grand Gourmet Package
PR Web
 Complementing the epicurean experience offered by its 4 specialty restaurants, the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit offers its first ever 'Grand Gourmet Package.' The package features private cooking classes with professional chefs, as well as tequila tastings and mixology classes.
Mexico's New Bill Protects Airline Passenger's Rights
Víctor Mayén
 Mexico's Chamber of Deputies passed a bill that would require airlines to refund customers when flights are cancelled or they are dropped due to overbooking. Currently, customers who are forced to give up their seats are entitled to a refund of only 25% of the ticket price.
PV Garden Club's Officer Election Meeting April 18
Suzanne Kirkpatrick
 The Puerto Vallarta Garden Club will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, April 18th at 11 am at the Paradise Community Center. The speaker will be Joaquin Aja on the topic 'Growing Orchids by the Seaside.' This will also be the Club's officer election meeting.
PV Named Favorite Spring Break Destination in Mexico
Banderas News Team
 In this year's About.com Best in Mexico Travel Readers' Choice Awards, Puerto Vallarta was named the 'Favorite Spring Break Destination' winner for 2013. Many of our city's attractions and amenities were also among the Top 5 finalists in six of the poll's ten categories.
Vallarta Yacht Club Gears Up for WesMex Regatta 2013
BanderasNews.com
 Vallarta Yacht Club is gearing up for the International WesMex Regatta 2013, and this one is going to be amazing! The event typically attracts competitors from all over the world, and this year it has been selected as one of 4 'National Qualifier Regattas' for all of Mexico.
Punta Mita's Third Annual Gourmet and Golf Classic
BanderasNews.com
 The Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic, an annual celebration of world-class food, wine, and golf, returns from April 11-14th. The 4-day event marries the sophisticated worlds of culinary excellence and championship golf in one of the world's most beautiful destinations.
Mexico's Official Bird's Surprise Visit to Canada
Kelly Shiers
 A visitor 1000's of miles from home has the Canadian birding community all aflutter. A Crested Caracara — the official bird of Mexico — has been spotted for the 1st time in Nova Scotia, causing birdwatchers to flock to the area hoping to catch sight of the red-faced raptor.
Malecón Sculpture Walking Tours End April 16th
Sandra Cesca
 It has been another successful season for Puerto Vallarta's highly popular free Malecón Sculpture Walking Tour created and conducted by Galeria Pacifico owner Gary Thompson. The walks continue weekly through April with the final walk held on Tuesday, April 16th.
Yelapa: A 'Must-Do' on Your PV Vacation Itinerary
PR Web
 Once just a popular day trip, new amenities, lodging, and dining options are making Yelapa, Mexico a popular vacation destination for eco-travelers and those looking for an authentic Mexican village vacation experience - a must-do add to your Vallarta vacation itinerary.
Puerto Vallarta Zoo: A Truly Unforgettable Experience
Sylvia McNamee
 Located 35 minutes south of downtown Puerto Vallarta in beautiful Mismaloya, 'Zoologico de Vallarta' is built into the side of the Sierra Madre mountains, taking full advantage of the natural setting to create a lush, tropical experience for both zoo residents and visitors.
The Marietas Islands: Jewels of the Bay of Banderas
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 The Marietas Islands, located just off the coast of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, are home to the blue-footed bobby and many other exotic species of wildlife, both terrestrial and maritime. A visit to this protected wildlife refuge is a truly unforgettable experience.
New Alliances Form to Promote Mexico Luxury Travel
Meagan Drillinger
 As part of Tianguis Turistico 2013, held last week in Puebla, several new alliances were made between major airlines and resorts. The companies are teaming up to promote luxury tourism in Mexico by launching a series of collaborative promotions and marketing strategies.
Unique Holy Week Traditions Celebrated in Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 Judea en Vivo, a representation made of the Passion and Death of Christ, finds two locations in Nayarit particularly recognized for their rendering of the tradition. The Holy Week celebrations in these towns are among the oldest and most beautiful in the country.
Both Tunnels Are Now Open on Vallarta's Libramiento
Lorena Sonrisas
 After almost two years of construction, both tunnels on Puerto Vallarta's Luis Donaldo Colosio Highway (El Libramiento) were opened to traffic on Saturday, March 23, 2013 - just in time for the influx of visitors expected to arrive for the Easter holidays.
Tianguis Closes With Record Number of Participants
NewsWire
 Tianguis Turistico is the premier annual platform for business and promotion of tourism in Mexico. 2013's record setting event took place in historic Puebla, Mexico, the first colonial city ever to host it. Forty-two other countries participated in this year's conference.
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