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'Live It to Believe It' Tourism Campaign Wins Awards
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The successful tourism campaign, 'Vallarta-Nayarit, Live it to Believe It,' which was promoted jointly by Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit and spearheaded by the Mexico Tourism Board, was awarded three first place prizes from Travel Weekly’s 2013 'Magellan Awards.'
Mantamar Beach Club to Open on Vallarta's Southside
 BanderasNews.com
Although the tourist season has officially begun in Puerto Vallarta, Almar Resort Luxury All Suites & Spa is working to complete Mantamar Beach Club Bar & Grill. The new beach club has been designed to offer maximum comfort with meticulous attention to detail and comfort.
'Patinolandia' Ice Rink Opens in Puerto Vallarta
 NayaritEnLinea.mx
Last Sunday, the Mayor of Bahia de Banderas and the chairperson for the local chapter of DIF held inauguration ceremonies for the opening of the 'Patinolandia' ice rink. Patinolandia is located in San Jose del Valle, (just North of Puerto Vallarta,) and is free and open to the public.
Pointing Out the Origins of the Christmas Poinsettia
 Mark Van Wagoner
No flower says Christmas like the poinsettia, but do you ever wonder where the beautiful perennial we call the 'Christmas Plant' got its start? With the Christmas season here, and red floral displays everywhere, you may like to know the origin of this very intriguing plant.
Summer Flights from Gatwick Airport to Puerto Vallarta
 Crawley News
New routes to Puerto Vallarta on the west coast of Mexico are to be launched next summer from London's Gatwick Airport. Thomson, currently the third biggest airline at Gatwick today, will be flying their 787 Dreamliners there, as well as to the island nation of Mauritius.
Punta Mita #1 Most Family Friendly Surf Vacation Spot
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit has been keeping itself in the spotlight in different specialized tourism publications. On this occasion, online surf portal 'TheInertia.com' gave Punta de Mita first place among the 'Top Five Family Friendly Surf Vacation Destinations.'
Starfish Being Wiped Out From Mexico to Alaska
 Peter Fimrite
All up and down the west coast, from Mexico to Alaska, millions of starfish are turning up dead from a mysterious illness that experts have generally dubbed 'starfish wasting disease,' which involves the creatures' bodies shriveling up and turning into goo.
Photographs to Floral Art Workshop with Mike Laking
 Bob Price
On Thursday, December 19th from 1:30-3:30 pm, digital photoartisan Mike Laking will teach you how to create beautiful art from your photographs, find free Photoshop video lessons, and more during his 'Photographs to Floral Art' workshop at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens.
December is the Best Time to Visit Puerto Vallarta
 Will McGough
So much of what you are able to experience of a destination comes down to the timing of your visit. This is the perfect week to be in Vallarta, during the celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The official feast - and biggest party - is tonight, December 12th.
New Rules in Mexico Ease Holiday Travel Across Border
 Monica Ortiz Uribe
This is the busiest time of year for travel along the United States-Mexico border. During this year's holiday season the Mexican government is making it easier for southbound traffic to enter the country by subjecting travelers to fewer inspections along their journey.
Dolphin Insemination Program in Riviera Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit offers its visitors many different services and attractions, including accommodations, luxury, beaches, gastronomy, and sports. It also strives to maintain a very close bond with nature, always seeking to play a part in helping conserve the environment.
Mexico's Nevado de Toluca Loses National Park Status
 EFE
Nevado de Toluca, the 4th highest mountain in Mexico, has a new status. The 15,344-foot volcano has gone from being a national park to a 'protected area for flora and fauna.' Area residents and environmental groups fear exploitation by commercial and touristic interests.
SETAC Vallarta 'Bike Ride for Life!' on World AIDS Day
 BanderasNews.com
On December 1st, SETAC is organizing the first 'Bike Ride for Life!' to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS in Puerto Vallarta. Everyone is encouraged to hop on their bikes and meet at the Augustin Contreras Flores Sports Stadium Sports Stadium at 8 am to register for the ride.
Five Remote Beaches You Should Visit While in Mexico
 ExplorandoMexico.com
People come from all over to enjoy the sunny beaches of Mexico, however, the beaches can become quite crowded with all the tourists and locals. If you want to just sit back, enjoy a cold drink and some peace and quiet, here are five secluded beaches that are a must see.
Whale Watching in the Protected Waters of Banderas Bay
 FriendlyRentals.com
In December, the Humpback whale's song can be heard once again in the protected waters of Banderas Bay. These giants return to the breeding grounds off Puerto Vallarta and stay until their newborns are strong enough to begin their migration back to Alaska.
Vallarta's US and Canada Ad Campaigns Paying Off
 Fideicomiso de Turismo Puerto Vallarta
Latitude, the New York based agency that runs the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board's public relation campaign in the United States and Canada, recently presented the 2013 promotion's results. To date, the ad campaign has delivered a ROI of $21 USD per dollar spent by the tourism board.
Vallarta Among Canadians' Favorite Winter Destinations
 Matt Gibson
A study released last week by FlightNetwork.com found that Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is one of the most visited travel destinations for Canadians during the winter months. The city ranked fourteenth on a list of Canadians' favorite winter destinations.
Help the Vallarta Garden Club Beautify Our City
 Vallarta Garden Club
The Vallarta Garden Club is beginning its fourth full year with the important mission of stimulating the knowledge and love of gardening, beautifying and protecting our local environment through civic planting projects, as well as educational and horticultural programs.
8th Hook the Cure Tournament Reels in $410,000 USD
 Gary Green
The Eighth Annual Hook the Cure event, held in Puerto Vallarta and highlighted by festivities, celebrity appearances, auctions and an awards gala, garnered a bevy of support from people all over the world, and netted $410,000 USD for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Vallarta Yacht Club's 'Fiesta Cubana' Fall Fundraiser
 Ibis de Teresa
The Vallarta Yacht Club will be sponsoring their second annual fall fundraising event for the Junior Sailing Program. The theme is 'Fiesta Cubana' and it will feature live and silent auctions, a raffle, music, authentic Cuban food, and, of course, Mojitos and Cuba Libres!
Vallarta's South Side Shuffle Returns November 15th
 BanderasNews.com
Basilio Badillo has seen a lot of changes over the last 25 years, but it's always been known as one of Vallarta's best shopping areas. And it just keeps getting better. On November 15th, the always bustling street in the heart of Old Town will welcome the return of the South Side Shuffle!
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