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BanderasNews.com
 For late May we're seeing September like temperatures in the Banderas Bay area. As the heat comes on we know trophy sized game fish are soon coming to Puerto Vallarta waters. But even with the unseasonable condition changes it's still too early for Marlin and Yellowfin Tuna of any size.
Puerto Vallarta to Host 2015 NATJA Conference
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
 Puerto Vallarta will host the 2015 North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) Conference and Marketplace next May. Founded in 1991, NATJA is one of the premier associations of writers, photographers, editors, and tourism professionals dedicated to the travel industry.
The Future of P.V. Garden Club: Why Should You Care?
Suzanne Kirkpatrick
 In a town that relies on tourism, the Puerto Vallarta Garden Club's mission of 'Beautifying Vallarta' makes all other endeavors here more successful. Without a vibrant economy, neither the businesses nor the many other worthwhile charities can thrive.
Scientists Tagging Sharks to Help Predict Hurricanes
Houston Chronicle
 Scientists are tagging sharks in the Gulf of Mexico in hopes that they will help predict future hurricanes. About 50 sharks, tuna, tarpon and billfish were tagged with a satellite-linked tag in order to help scientists track water temperatures and also improve hurricane forecasting.
Carnival to Return to Mexican Riviera Year-Round
Mike Faust
 Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Miracle will begin sailing year round to the Mexican Riviera from Long Beach, California beginning in October 2014. The new three-port itinerary will feature the stunning Mexican resort destinations of Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas and Mazatlan.
Alaska Airlines Adds Two New Mexican Destinations
Splash.AlaskasWorld.com
 Alaska Airlines submitted its application to begin two new nonstop flights from Portland, Oregon, to Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The airline currently operates 240 flights a week during the winter between the West Coast and Mexico — more than any other carrier.
Master Baiter's May 2014 Puerto Vallarta Fishing Report
Stan Gabruk
 Here in Puerto Vallarta, the end of High Season for tourism is the beginning of High Season for Fishing. Seasonal visitors heading back north is the biggest signal that the seasons are changing. Soon fishing fanatics looking for Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado & Tuna will descend on PV.
2014 Vallarta Pride Offers 5 Days of Entertainment
vallartapride.com
 Vallarta Pride 2014, an event created to celebrate the contributions of the LGBT community in our destination will take place May 22 to 26th festival in the city's Romantic Zone. This year's celebration promises to surpass the fun and entertainment of last year's Vallarta Pride event.
Mariachi Gala & Charro Tournament for PV Charities
Banderas News Team
 Gather up your friends and family and head on out to Arena Vallarta from May 30th through June 1st for three days of Mexican culture and tradition at the 5th Annual Gala de Mariachis y Torneo Nacional Charro. If you like music and rodeos, this exciting weekend is not to be missed!
2 Sportfishing Tournaments Coming to Riviera Nayarit
Banderas News Team
 Calling all Anglers! Get ready for two of the most important fishing events in Mexico: The 54th International Fishing Tournament in San Blas, scheduled to take place May 28-June 1, and the 3rd International Fishing Tournament in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle October 15-19, 2014.
5th Annual Riviera Nayarit Wind Festival in Bucerías
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 For the fifth year in a row, Bucerías - Riviera Nayarit's Wind Capital - is hosting the Wind Festival. This international kitesurfing competition is considered the most important stop on this leg of the National Tour held by the Mexican Kitesurf Association.
Canada Speeds Up Visa Process for Mexican Travelers
Kim Mackrael
 The Canadian Federal Government is taking steps to make it easier for Mexicans to visit Canada, but will leave in place a controversial visa requirement that has strained relations between the two countries. Under the new system, most visas can be issued in a week or less.
Alessandra Ambrosio Fell in Love with Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez
 The beautiful beaches of Punta Mita on the Riviera Nayarit continue to be a magnet for celebrities from around the world. This time it was Brazilian super model Alessandra Ambrosio, who fell in love with Mexico's Pacific Treasure during a Mother's Day visit with her children.
Latvia Claims Men’s Gold at FIVB Puerto Vallarta Open
FIVB.org
 Enjoying the cordiality of the people, the warmth of the temperatures, the smoothness of the imported sand, and even the moderate humidity that hovered on the Playa Camarones complex, Latvia’s second-seeded team toppled Italy to capture gold at the FIVB Puerto Vallarta Open.
XXV Vallarta International Sports Classic, May 16-18
Veronica Alarcon Franco
 Every May, just when it seems the high season is winding down, hot and heavy sporting events fire up competitive spirits at the Puerto Vallarta International Sports Classic. Offering a weekend full of fun for all ages, this year's Sports Classic will take place from May 16-18, 2014.
Mexican Pacific Tropical Storm Warning Issued
noticiasmvs.com
 The Ministry of the Interior (SEGOB), in coordination with National Civil Protection authorities, released a tropical cyclone warning early on Wednesday, saying the storm could potentially cause heavy rainfall in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima and Jalisco.
Princess's 50th Anniversary Voyage Includes Vallarta
Gene Sloan
 Princess Cruises will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a special Mexico sailing that will recall its very first voyage in 1965. The 14-day trip on the 670-passenger Pacific Princess will offer a blend of ports from the maiden itinerary, including Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta - the New Symbol of Tourism in Mexico
Vallarta Pride
 Puerto Vallarta is becoming the new symbol of tourism in Mexico. International visitors have long known of Puerto Vallarta's charm and natural beauty and, today, improvements to the city's infrastructure and public attractions have made it a world-class vacation destination.
Cabo Corrientes, Mexico: If you're there, are you lost?
David Kimball
 Cabo Corrientes is one of those vaguely heard of places where nobody ever goes because... well, where is it? And why would you go there? Cabo Corrientes is the defining end point of Banderas Bay west of Puerto Vallarta with about 75 kilometers of beautiful and rarely visited beaches.
A Beginner's Guide to Driving through Mexico
Tammy Barbour
 This article is for the folks who are planning on driving through Mexico but haven't done so yet. We decided to create a sort of guide of what we think folks would like to know before beginning a journey throughout Mexico, and we have been to a great many places.
Puerto Vallarta Welcomes Visitors' Four Legged Friends
DogLivingmagazine.com
 One of the great joys of traveling is sharing the experience with loved ones — including pets. Puerto Vallarta has a great diversity of offerings for visitors and their four-legged friends including an assortment of pet friendly hotels and flight packages for dogs and cats.
12th Annual Copa Vallarta Soccer Tournament, May 14-18
BanderasNews.com
 From May 14-18, 2014, one of the most important amateur soccer events in Mexico, the Copa Vallarta tournament, will be celebrating its twelfth year of giving young athletes the opportunity to showcase their skills against the best national and international competitors.
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