BanderasNews
Puerto Vallarta Weather Report
Welcome to Puerto Vallarta's liveliest website!
Contact UsSearch
Why Vallarta?Vallarta WeddingsRestaurantsWeatherPhoto GalleriesToday's EventsMaps
 NEWS/HOME
 EDITORIALS
 ENTERTAINMENT
 VALLARTA LIVING
 WHY VALLARTA?
 LOCAL PROFILES
 PV ART GALLERIES
 VALLARTA ART TALK
 COMMUNITY SERVICES
 PV CHARITIES & NPOs
 HOME & REAL ESTATE
 RESORT LIFESTYLES
 VALLARTA WEDDINGS
 SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP
 VETERAN AFFAIRS
 PHOTO GALLERIES
 101+ HOTTEST THINGS
 PV REAL ESTATE
 TRAVEL / OUTDOORS
 HEALTH / BEAUTY
 SPORTS
 DAZED & CONFUSED
 PHOTOGRAPHY
 READERS CORNER
 BANDERAS NEWS TEAM




BanderasNews is proud to present a serialized and updated version of Polly G. Vicars' sell-out book, Tales of Retirement in Paradise.

For information about HIV, testing, counseling, and risk reduction programs in the Banderas Bay area, click HERE.
Puerto Vallarta News NetworkVallarta Living

««« Click HERE for Recent Vallarta Living
May 9th Vallarta News Brief and Weekend 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 Puerto Vallarta news headlines and community announcements, plus a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.

'Guardian Angel' Keeps Sex Offenders Out of Vallarta
BanderasNews.com

During the Easter vacation period, Immigration officials at the Puerto Vallarta Airport denied entry to four foreign citizens with criminal records in their home country for sex-related offenses, according to Jalisco Government Secretary Arturo Zamora.

2014 Vallarta Pride Will Shine Bright with Stars
vallartapride.com

Vallarta Pride 2014 is pleased to announce the participation of an exciting roster of famous Mexican stars during the Pride festival. These internationally known talents will host events, grace the parade, and be available at the park party for photos and autographs.

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.

'It's a Wrap' for Season 5 at Old Town Farmers' Market
Erin Staley

There are only 2 more shopping Saturdays this season as Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural is closing on May 17th. So grab your eco-friendly bags and scoop up all your favorite 'make it, bake it, grow it' products - before it's too late!

Vallarta Showcased at Sugar Land Wine & Food Affair
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board

Puerto Vallarta's own Chef Yolanda Yanar was on the impressive list of chefs at this year's Sugar Land Food & Wine Affair's Grand Tasting Event on April 26. Her participation was part of the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board's ongoing campaign to promote the destination in the U.S.

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.

Mexico Mortgages Available for US and Canadian Buyers
Marie Callan

Over the last decade, mortgage financing for Americans and Canadians purchasing homes south of the border has been gaining in popularity. And, with rock bottom prices currently being offered on Mexico resort real estate, many are looking for ways to finance their dream home.

Things to Consider When Buying Mexico Real Estate
David Hoffman

Making the move to Puerto Vallarta can be made a lot easier with a checklist in place and a solid real estate agent by your side. There are currently many reasonably priced properties available in resort areas... maybe now's the time to start your search and plan your move to paradise!

'Tu Casa en Vallarta' Hosts Two Special Events in May
Marie Callan

Puerto Vallarta's favorite Mexican restaurant, No Way José!, invites you to enjoy two special events this month. On Wednesday, May 7 enjoy a special L.A. Cetto wine pairing event, and on Thursday, May 15, a fashion show will showcase Vallarta's aspiring fashion & jewelry designers.

Pink & Proud Exclusive Party for Women at El Arrayán
VallartaPride.com

As part of the official calendar of Vallarta Pride 2014, a Pink & Proud Women's Party will take place at El Arrayán Restaurant on May 23. This women's-only party will feature music by DJs NatCate and Serena Lazcano, national drinks at reasonable prices, and a fun atmosphere in pink.

Ángeles en Libertad 'Bottlecaps for Life' Campaign
Sofía de Vega

The Ángeles en Libertad civil association invites everyone to participate in this year's bottle cap collection campaign on May 17th. The plastic bottlecaps will be sold to a recycler in order to generate funds to support poor people in Puerto Vallarta with life threatening illnesses.

Cinco de Mayo – a Great Battle, a Great Victory
BanderasNews.com

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico's independence, but it is not Independence Day. Mexico asserted its independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. The festivities on May 5 are about another battle for independence - a battle fought against the French in 1862.

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.

5-Minute Healthy Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Recipe
Kelly Senyei

Four ingredients and 5 minutes. Add a homemade waffle cone and you should just go ahead and alert your local ice cream shop that there’s a new Dairy Queen in town. She’s lean, she’s mean and she doesn’t require an ice cream machine. Behold, 5-Minute Healthy Strawberry Frozen Yogurt.

May 2nd Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around the Republic, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, some breaking Mexico news stories, and a few upcoming local events you won't want to miss.

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.

Puerto Vallarta Shows Journalists its Romantic Side
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board

The city's CVB recently showed international journalists why Puerto Vallarta was named About.com's 'Most Romantic Place in Mexico,' and is constantly featured in romance publications as the ideal location for a romantic destination wedding, honeymoon, or couple's getaway.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Casa Maggie in Fluvial

Nestled among a row of custom built homes in the Fluvial neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, Casa Maggie is a 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home that has been lovingly updated by its owners. An excellent floor plan flows well, making it perfect for entertaining or just enjoying the family.

Mother's Day Shopping at the Old Town Farmers' Market
Erin Staley

This Mother's Day, give Mom something truly special - a gift made, baked, or grown by local vendors. Whether she likes to stay in touch with friends and family, treat herself to the finer things in life, or satisfy her inner fashionista, the OTFM-TC has the perfect present!

Semana Santa Protegida Dispenses 75,000 Condoms
Paco Arjona

Over the 4-day 'Semana Santa Protegida 2014' campaign, a total of 75,000 condoms, 2000 coupons for free HIV testing, 400 brochures with general information on HIV, and 1000 informational flyers in Spanish and English on the programs and services available, were distributed.

Celebrate Mom at Kaiser Maximilian and Save 50%!
Laura Gelezunas

Pamper Mom during the extended Mother's Day celebration at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant on the South side of Puerto Vallarta. From May 5th through 10th all entrées are 50 percent off between noon and 6 pm. This great promotion is extended to everyone, even if you're not a Mom!

Children's Shelter of Hope Helps Puerto Vallarta Kids
Betty Neumann

One person can truly make a difference, and when we help children there is a ripple effect that continues for generations to come. Here is the story of one 'retired' ex-pat in Puerto Vallarta and the huge impact her work has had on many children in need here in the Banderas Bay area.

Give Mom the Break She Deserves at Las Alamandas
Oscar Rivero

Give Mom the break she deserves, in a haven of relaxation and delight. Give her the gift of a vacation in Paradise for Mother's Day. She can celebrate the entire month of May with a wonderful stay at Las Alamandas Resort, 80 miles south of Vallarta on Mexico's famed Costalegre.

The III Int'l Beach Polo Cup 2014 in Riviera Nayarit
BanderasNews.com

If you like horses, polo, and glamour then the III International Beach Polo Cup 2014 is the event for you. The prodigious event will be held May 1–4 at the Hard Rock Hotel in Nuevo Vallarta. The public is welcome to come and experience the excitement with no entry fee!

Vallarta Bugambilia Festival is Just Around the Corner!
Vallarta Garden Club

Scheduled to take place May 9-11th, the 2014 Vallarta Bugambilia Festival is chock-full of fun and exciting events for the entire family! Many of the events are free and open to the public, so mark your calendars now, so you won't miss out on any of the festivities.


What's Hot!
101 Hottest
Check out our 101 Hottest People Places and Things Around the Bay for the best local insider tips. Click Here
Vallarta Pet Parade

playmore

Adopt a Pet from the Vallarta Animal Shelter.
Click HERE to see this week's picks.


In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, this material is distributed without profit to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving
the included information for research and educational purposes • © 2014 BanderasNews ® all rights reserved •