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««« Click HERE for Recent Vallarta Living Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta Building Convention Center
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 The cornerstone for the new Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta International Convention Center was laid on October 7th, heralding the construction of what will be the largest convention center ever built in the Riviera Nayarit. The project is expected to be complete in the Summer of 2015.
Third Quarter 2014 Mexico Resort Real Estate Report
John K. Glaab
 In the Settlement Company's 3rd Quarter 2014 Mexico Resort Real Estate Newsletter, John K. Glaab gives us an insider's look at the Hurricane Odile clean up efforts in Baja California Sur, and gives us updates on the Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Puerto Vallarta real estate markets.
Hairspray Night Supports SETAC's Fight Against Aids
Marie Callan
 Get ready to be dazzled by outrageous hairstyles as 'Tu Centro Comunitario,' the SETAC Community Center, brings 'Hair Spray Night' back to Puerto Vallarta on November 8. This runway spectacular will support SETAC and their fight against HIV and AIDS in the Banderas Bay area.
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Vallarta at Kaiser Maximilian
Laura Gelezunas
 With around 6 million visitors from all around the world converging on Munich in October every year, Oktoberfest is the largest festival in the world. In Puerto Vallarta, you can celebrate Oktoberfest all month long with authentic German food and spirits at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant.
Vallarta's Romantic Zone Ready for the Winter Season
Puerto Vallarta CVB
 This season, one of the trendiest areas in Puerto Vallarta, La Zona Romantica, characterized by its cobblestone streets and colonial architecture, will be showing off many new offerings, like hotels, restaurants and activities, as a result of its summer 'face lift.'
Vallarta Botanical Garden Wins International Award
Juan Espinoza
 On October 2, Vallarta Botanical Gardens was presented the 'Enterprise of the Year' Award by the prestigious international organization Jardins Sans Limites of Metz, France. The prize was awarded to VBG for the design and construction of the new Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids.
Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week by PVRPV.com
PVRPV.com
 If you are planning a dream vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, look no further than Puerto Vallarta Rentals Premier Vacations' website, PVRPV.com. This week's featured vacation property, Casa de la Cruz, is a luxury condo in the prestigious Amapas 353 building on PV's south side.
Mysore Yoga Classes at Westin Puerto Vallarta
Cristina Castillo
 The Westin Resort and Spa Puerto Vallarta, in collaboration with internationally renowned yogi, Wayne Krassner, is offering 'Mysore' style yoga classes as part of the Westin Wellbeing Movement, a campaign designed to improve the welfare of its guests and associates.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Valle Flamingos Residencial
 Affordable luxury homes! Valle Flamingos Residencial consists of sixty-six 3 and 4 bedroom homes in a gated community with controlled access, 24/7 security, cobbled streets, a clubhouse with pool and landscaped common areas, all in a neighborhood that appeals to locals and expats alike.
Sea Turtles Assisted Survival in Puerto Vallarta
Thalia Martinez
 To prevent turtle eggs poaching and baby turtles deaths from human activities, there are five important turtle sanctuaries in Puerto Vallarta and surrounding areas. All of them have turtle research & conservancy projects run by Marine specialists. Visit one of them with Superior Tours.
Daiquiri Dick's is Open & Ready for High Season
BanderasNews.com
 After a brief vacation spent 'spiffing up' the restaurant and giving the chefs a chance to do some experimenting with possible new menu items and specials, Daiquiri Dick's is open and ready for another great season of serving Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors.
Carnival Kicks Off New, Year-Round Cruises to Mexico
Gene Sloan
 Industry giant Carnival is officially back in the business of year-round sailings to the Mexican Riviera. The 24-ship line's 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle is kicking off the first of these three-port, seven-night voyages today, all of which include Puerto Vallarta.
Pueblos Magicos Designation Proposed for Sayulita
Marํa Francesca
 Mayor Jose Gomez Perez, Tourism Director Yoseff Amin Flores Verduzco, and Sayulita residents and business owners recently attended a meeting convened by Nayarit Tourism Secretary Raul Rodrigo Perez Hernandez, who said that Sayulita could be one of Mexico's 12 new 'Pueblos Magicos.'
Fall Events & Holiday Celebrations in Puerto Vallarta
Banderas News Team
 Between exciting events and competitions; colorful fiestas, parades and traditional celebrations; not to mention fine cuisine and live music, the Fall and Winter seasons are a great time to visit Puerto Vallarta, where the local community welcomes tourists to join in all of the festivities.
U.S. Consulate & Agency Town Meeting for US Citizens
BanderasNews.com
 All U.S. Citizens residing in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit are invited to come to the U.S. Consulate and Agency Town Meeting to be held in the O'Rourke Investment Funds & Insurance meeting room in Plaza Marina on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at 3:00 pm.
Pink Cocktail for Breast Cancer Awareness at Amerimed
Pamela Thompson
 To mark the start of breast cancer awareness month, Healthcare Resources Puerto Vallarta will host a Pink Cocktail Party in the Hospital Amerimed lobby on October 7th at 7:30 pm. We hope you will be able to stop by to help us honor breast cancer survivors and spread awareness.
October 3rd 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 and Mexico news headlines, some community announcements, and a few upcoming local events you won't want to miss.
ExPats in Vallarta October Happy Hours and Events
BanderasNews.com
 ExPats in Vallarta, a totally social group with informal fellowship and assistance for Expat residents or visitors living, working or investing around Puerto Vallarta (and those considering making PV their home,) has announced this month's schedule of events.
Mexlend, Alaska Announce Los Cabos Rebuilding Loans
Marie Callan
 As Mexico's leading residential mortgage brokerage, MEXLend has closed a number of home loans in the Los Cabos area this year. So when Hurricane Odile made landfall near Cabo San Lucas and caused widespread damage, they found a way to contribute to the rebuilding efforts.
The Best Places to Live in Mexico as a U.S. Expat
Glynna Prentice
 With more than a million expats estimated to live there, Mexico is far and away the most popular destination for North Americans looking to move abroad. But, with so many places to choose from, where in Mexico should you move? International Living's Glynna Prentice shares her 3 top picks.
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