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UdeG CUCosta Joins Mexican Geothermal Innovation Center
 Guadalupe Daniela Moreno Wulff
The University of Guadalajara's Academic Center for Seismology and Volcanology de Occidente (SisVoc) is developing an investigation to determine the areas of Jalisco, Nayarit and Tlaxcala in which geothermal energy, which is considered renewable and clean, can be exploited.
Vallarta Odds and Ends - Late Summer Edition
 Maria O'Connor
Another summer is nearly behind us and although we still have a couple of more months of heat and humidity, the kids are back to school, business owners are planning their vacations and everyone seems to be gearing up for what looks to be an extremely busy high season.
August 22 Vallarta Happenings & 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 local happenings, some community announcements, and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.
Puerto Vallarta Takes on the Ice Bucket Challenge
 Tim Longpré
The 'Ice Bucket Challenge' is the latest Internet craze, involving people pouring cold water over themselves and posting their videos online to spread ALS awareness. And now it's our turn! Everyone in Vallarta is invited to 'take the plunge' at Los Muertos Pier on Tuesday, August 26.
Vallarta Nayarit Joint Campaign is Gaining Traction
 travelpulse.com
The Vallarta Nayarit ad campaign, which is co-sponsored by the Mexico Tourism Board, is gaining traction. Tourism, especially from Canada and the U.S. West Coast and Midwest, was strong for both destinations during the first half of 2014, and is expected to increase.
 Recipes & Real Estate: Mexican Pizza & Tabachines 6
 Media Diva International
In this edition of Recipes & Real Estate, Laura Gelezunas show us how to make Mexican Pizza from the spacious kitchen at Tabachines 6 in Puerto Vallarta. The home is showcased with some extra window dressing in the form of the 'Kitchenettes,' who assist Laura with the recipe.
Puerto Vallarta Athlete Featured on CBS Sports Network
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Puerto Vallarta star athlete, Karen Jacobson gains international attention as CBS sports announces it will broadcast the newly recognized 'Ultimate SUP Showdown' taking place August 17th-18th on the surfer favorite beaches of Waikiki.
Vallarta's R Salon Introduces the Gel Manicure
 Christina Silvestri
Imagine a manicure with color that stays put for weeks. Puerto Vallarta's R Salon introduces the gel manicure: a hybrid of nail polish and gel, Shellac polish is applied similarly to nail polish, but lends varnished nails a special kind of long-lasting durability.
Anchors Aweigh! Sailing on Vallarta's Banderas Bay
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Located between the states of Nayarit and Jalisco, Banderas Bay is ideal for the practice of sailing sports of every kind. Its unique characteristics make it the perfect host destination for world-class sailing events, including regattas, kitesurfing and windsurfing.
Vallarta-Nayarit Tourism Numbers Rise Dramatically
 Banderas News Team
New figures released from the Mexico Tourism Board illustrate how Vallarta-Nayarit is making a strong comeback, thanks to the destination's promotional campaign. State authorities recently met with Vallarta & Nayarit tourism delegates to discuss the joint campaign's success.
Daiquiri Dick's 2014 Summer Sizzle Ends August 25th
 Banderas News Team
There are just a few days left to enjoy flavors from around the world at one of Vallarta's favorite beachfront restaurants - Daiquiri Dick's. Don't miss your last chance to enjoy three irresistible courses of old favorites and new tastes for $299 pesos, through August 25th.
Vallarta Life: Keep Cool with Fresh Squeezed Limonada
 Laura Gelezunas
If you are going to be living in Puerto Vallarta, you'll soon learn that there's nothing like a cold drink to keep you cool on a hot day. One of Mexico's favorite thirst quenchers is called 'limonada,' or limeade. Here's a quick and easy recipe for fresh squeezed limonada.
New U.S. Travel Warnings Exempt Mexico Tourist Spots
 Marie Callan
The latest travel warning for Mexico, issued by the US State Department on August 15, 2014, exempts the tourist destinations of Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Cabo San Lucas, Riviera Maya, San Miguel de Allende, Guadalajara and Mexico City from any warnings or advisories.
Galleria Dante's Vallarta Summer News and Art Sale
 BanderasNews.com
The owners of Galleria Dante, the largest and most eclectic art gallery in Puerto Vallarta, have been keeping busy this Summer. They've been marking down selected art works from 20-60% for their Summer Art and Estate Sales, which means you can save big through September 30, 2014.
MEXLend Mortgages: Closing Loans and Seeing Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
For MEXLend co-founders David Schwendeman & Terence Reilly, one of the best things about owning Mexico's leading residential mortgage brokerage is the opportunity to travel throughout the country & explore new places while helping foreigners secure financing for their dream homes.
Highway Construction Causes High Tech Jaguar Research
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
This month, Mexico's Alianza Jaguar will initiate the capture of five jaguars to fit them with GPS collars. This measure is being taken to study their habits in an effort to reduce the impact of the Jala-Bahía de Banderas highway on the jaguar population in the Sierra de Valleja.
Puerto Vallarta Stars in HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt
 John Swanson
Home and Garden Television network recently shot their very popular 'Beachfront Bargain Hunt' program in Puerto Vallarta, and the results could not have been better. From state-of-the-art aerial photography to capturing the local flavor, this show is nothing short of amazing!
Las Alamandas' Baby Sea Turtle Protection Program
 Ed Placidi
The Sea Turtle Protection Program at Las Alamandas has been a great success over the years, and now guests can participate in two action phases of the program - collecting the eggs and protecting the newly hatched babies - integral parts in boosting the sea turtle population.
August 15 Vallarta Happenings & 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 local happenings, some community announcements, and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.
Grasshopper Snacks at Four Seasons Punta Mita Resort
 Jo Piazza
There's a new addition to the menu at the high-end Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita in Mexico. Chapulines, more commonly known as grasshoppers and a delicacy in Mexico, are a result of the collaboration between Executive Chef Philippe Piel and his team of talented Mexican chefs.
Stan Gabruk's Puerto Vallarta Mid-August Fishing Report
 BanderasNews.com
Summer is 'high season' for sportfishing in Puerto Vallarta, and it's getting better by the day for anglers - professional and amateur alike. August is when world class gamefish start to move into the Banderas Bay area, and right now Black and Blue Marlin are picking up in numbers.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens Cacao & Vanilla Celebration
 Marie Callan
Come out and enjoy the Vallarta Botanical Garden's annual Rainforest Festival, where two important plant species native to the rain forests of Mexico, vanilla and chocolate, are being celebrated from August 19-31.
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