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 VBG Rain Forest Environmental and Conservation Festival
 Stephen Clay
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens will be presenting their 'Rain Forest Environmental and Conservation Festival' from 9 am to 6 pm every day from August 18th to August 31st. Fun for the whole family, daily activities throughout the festival include tours, arts & crafts and more!
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Casa del Arroyo - Gringo Gulch
Built by renowned Puerto Vallarta architect Guillermo Wulff, Casa del Arroyo offers traditional Mexican and colonial architecture in the main villa and in the guest house, as well as the flexibility of owning a rental property and the home of your dreams in the Gringo Gulch area.
ExPats in Puerto Vallarta July Happy Hour Schedule
 Sara Wise
Summer Happy Hours continue to be a huge success with local ExPats. In July, ExPats in Vallarta will be having two Happy Hour gatherings - one on Tuesday, July 9th and another on Tuesday, July 23rd - from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Langostino's on Los Muertos Beach.
One of Vallarta's Highest Palapas Just Got Bigger!
 Laura Gelezunas
Palapas are a common sight in private homes, resorts, bars, and restaurants all over the greater Banderas Bay area. Now, thanks to the owners of The Blue Shrimp Restaurant, one of the highest palapas on Los Muertos Beach just got even bigger!
Mexico Considers Raising Drinking Age to Twenty-One
 KSTW.com
Health organizations are urging Mexico's legislative leaders to propose a bill that would raise the legal drinking age from 18 to 21. Mexican Health Ministry studies shows 12 percent of Mexicans suffer from alcoholism, with the fastest growing population being young women.
The 'Rain of Stars' Never Stops in Riviera Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit's enchanting environment, and endless array of amenities seems to have attracted an unstoppable 'rain of stars' this summer. Most recently, former 'Bachelorette,' Ali Fedotowsky, and her boyfriend, TV host Kevin Manno, spent a romantic getaway in Nuevo Vallarta.
July 5th Vallarta News Brief & Upcoming Events
 Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a few breaking Mexico news stories, and a couple of upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.
New WHO Guidelines on HIV Treatment and Prevention
 Bobby Ramakant
The new World Health Organization guidelines on HIV treatment and prevention, which were released at the 7th IAS Conference, DO provide hope that more people living with HIV will be able to live healthy - but only if these guidelines get implemented in letter and spirit on the ground.
How to Win a Dream Wedding in Puerto Vallarta
 Lorena Sonrisas
Are you dreaming of getting married with your toes in the sand and spending your honeymoon basking in the sun in a tropical paradise? If so, enter the 'Mexico Wedding of Your Dreams' video contest and you just might win the destination wedding of your dreams in romantic Puerto Vallarta!
No Way José! Hosts 'The Newlywed Game' for PV Charities
 Marie Callan
On July 31st, No Way José! will host an event that puts a hilarious spin on the TV classic, 'The Newlywed Game' to benefit Corazon de Niña and the Banderas Bay Women's Shelter. Break out your bell-bottoms and platform shoes and join us for a fun-filled evening - for a great cause.
Artisan Baked Goods at the Old Town Farmers' Market
 Erin Staley
If the smell of freshly baked breads and pastries get you out of bed, then you won't want to miss the Old Town Farmers' Market - Tianguis Cultural this Saturday. We are featuring Puerto Vallarta's best tasting artisan baked goods made by Artisan Bakery and Maria Reyes Corn Flan.
Global Gift Gala to be Held in Punta Mita this December
 LivePuntaMita.com
A Global Gift Gala, a star studded international event where celebrity and philanthropy walk hand in hand to pay tribute to those that support and foster awareness for children and the empowerment of women worldwide, will be held at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort this December.
July 4th Sizzles at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant
 Laura Gelezunas
Time to celebrate everyone's favorite summer holiday. The Summer Sizzle at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on Los Muertos Beach on Vallarta's southside is dishing up a barbecue perfect for the 4th of July - and better yet the special menu will be served from July 3rd through the 8th.
Riviera Nayarit Golf Invitational July 6-7th
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
In Riviera Nayarit luxury is 'par for the course' - and nothing says 'luxury' like the astonishing sea-side landscapes surrounding the Litibu Golf Course, which is where the Riviera Nayarit Golf Invitational tournament will be held on July 6th and 7th.
This Month's Horoscope from Ron Morgan Properties
 RonMorgan.net
The temperatures are heating up and the rainy season is upon us in the Banderas Bay region. The tropical star guide by Ron Morgan Properties makes sure you are prepared for a turbulent month here in Puerto Vallarta. Check out your sign in the July 2013 horoscope.
No Way José! Restaurant Presented AAA 3 Diamond Award
 Patrick Harrison
No Way José! has been adding more items to the list that make it an award-winning restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. In addition to receiving a 2013 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence this year, 'Tu Casa en Vallarta' has recently been awarded the coveted AAA 3 Diamond Award.
La Cruz Celebrates July 4th with a BBQ Pool Party
 Katrina Liana
On Thursday, July 4th from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is hosting a pool-side BBQ in celebration of Canada Day and U.S. Independence Day. The fun starts at 5:00 pm at the Marina pool. Join us for a party the whole family will enjoy!
Layla's Restaurant: Authentic Mexican Food in Vallarta
 Margarita La Bonita
On the northwest side of Parque Hidalgo, less than a block from the beach in downtown Puerto Vallarta, is a new restaurant. It is called Layla's Restaurante and this family-run eatery is certainly worth going a little out of your way to experience!
Vallarta Yacht Club's Sailing Summer Camps are Back!
 Ibis De Teresa
Vallarta Yacht Club (VYC) summer sailing camps are back, and this year they are bigger and better than ever. With classes offered for all levels, from beginner to advanced sailors, students can now choose to learn Optimist dinghy, Laser dinghy or sailboard.
Prepare Your Puerto Vallarta Home for the Rainy Season
 RonMorgan.net
The first of the summer rains have arrived in the greater Banderas Bay area. There is no better time than right now to get your Puerto Vallarta home ready for the annual deluge by checking it thoroughly for drips and leaks that can cause water damage.
Daiquiri Dick's Offers Daily Specials this Summer
 Marie Callan
If you think of Daiquiri Dick's exclusively for romantic dinners and special occasions, think again! This summer, in addition to their weekly Summer Sizzle menu, they're offering daily specials that will put it at the top of your 'Favorite Puerto Vallarta Restaurants' list!
Puerto Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
 Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a few breaking Mexico news stories, and a couple of upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.
Old Town Farmers' Market Celebrates Mexico's Culture
 Erin Staley
Every Saturday the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market - Tianguis Cultural celebrates the many cultures of its community of vendors. This week, they are honoring our host country, México, and its wide variety of talented artisans and skillful producers.
2nd International Beach Polo Cup in Riviera Nayarit
 Marie Callan
The Second International Beach Polo Cup, scheduled to be held July 5-7, 2013, can be summed up in four words: 'Glamour', 'Rock', 'Polo', and 'Beach'. The Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta in Riviera Nayarit will host the event, which is free and open to the public.
Vallarta Schools Help DIF Support Teenage Mothers
 Periodico Que Hay
In order to prevent and address the risks of social exclusion arising from teen pregnancy, Vallarta's System of Integral Family Development recently visited local schools to deliver baby items to the girls who participate in PAIDEA (Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention & Response Program).
Angela Bassett Joins Riviera Nayarit Celebrity List
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Angela Bassett recently joined the list of celebrities who have visited Riviera Nayarit. The actress, accompanied by her children Slater and Bronwyn, was on vacation prior to the premiere of the third season of 'American Horror Story,' which airs on FX.
Vallarta Bartenders Compete in National Contest Finals
 Lorena Sonrisas
After placing in the first semifinal round of the Karat Vodka Bartender's Tournament MX/2013 last month, three Puerto Vallarta area bartenders will be traveling to Quintana Roo to compete in the National Contest's Grand Finale at the Hard Rock Hotel Cancún on July 11th.
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