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Relocating to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with Children
 Warren Brander
When people find out I permanently relocated my children, then ages 4 and 5, from Canada to Puerto Vallarta, I get just about every reaction possible. Some stare at me in disbelief as though I'm jeopardizing their future, others think it's pretty cool.
VBG Vireya Rhododendron House Soft Opening June 5
 Vallarta Botanical Gardens
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens' new Dick & Dee Daneri Vireya Rhododendron House has been completed. A soft opening of this new garden attraction is scheduled for noon of Friday, June 5th at 12 pm, and a grand opening event will be held this winter.
Act II Entertainment Readies For Vallarta Pride 2015
 Banderas News Team
Vallarta Pride is an annual event designed to showcase the fabulous diversity of our city through artistic and cultural events, concerts, films, and lots of fun - so what better place to celebrate our vibrant LGBT community than Act II Entertainment?
Santa Barbara Puerto Vallarta Sister Cities 2015 Visits
 Marie Callan
The Santa Barbara Puerto Vallarta Sister City Committee elected a new board last month, and they have already started planning activities for the Puerto Vallarta membership's visit to California, which will take place from July 21-28, 2015.
Foreigners Must Exit Mexico to Secure a Work Permit
 lexology.com
Recent changes in the immigration procedures in Mexico impose new obligations and implications for individuals interested in securing a Temporary Resident Visa Form or to correct their immigration status.
Puerto Vallarta News Brief & 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 news, a few community announcements, and some of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
Playa Los Muertos is Puerto Vallarta's Safest Beach
 Lorena Sonrisas
Despite its morbid name, Playa de Los Muertos, located in the Romantic Zone just south of downtown Puerto Vallarta, is considered the safest beach in this tourist destination. This is largely due to the city's lifeguards, who man the beach 365 days a year.
 Vallarta to Host UPA National Dance Championship
 María Francesca
From June 12-14, 2015, Puerto Vallarta will host the UPA Mexico 'Un Paso Adelante' National Dance Championship. The competition, which will feature talented dancers performing all kinds of choreographed dance, will be held at PV's Convention Center.
Peace Punta de Mita Signs Historic Agreement with SEP
 Mary Corroon
After five months of negotiations and meetings among Peace, school principals, teachers, and SEP (Secretaria de Educacion Publica) Management, a historic teaching contract that will affect some 1000 students was signed by Peace Punta de Mita and SEP on April 23, 2015.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta May Clinics
 Pamela Thompson
We have a full schedule of clinics coming up this month, all focused on your health and well-being. Remember, these are screening clinics only, no procedures are performed, and they can only be booked through HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta.
Sayulita Hosts ISA World SUP & Paddleboard Championship
 Jorge Jiménez
From May 10-17, 2015, Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit's Surf Capital, will play host to the most important competition in the world of Stand Up Paddle and Paddleboard - the International Surfing Association's 4th Annual World SUP & Paddleboard Championship.
SETAC Opens La Casita for HIV Patients and Families
 Banderas News Team
Although not yet furnished, the SETAC Community Center's 'La Casita,' a Community House in Puerto Vallarta for HIV patients, is partially operational and currently providing shelter to an entire family in need of emergency services.
Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week by PVRPV.com
 PVRPV.com
If you are planning a dream vacation in Puerto Vallarta, look no further than Puerto Vallarta Rentals Premier Vacations' website, PVRPV.com. Or, better yet, check out this week's featured vacation property, Molino de Agua condominium #209.
Vallarta Pride 2015: Big Boo's Birthday Bash for Women
 BanderasNews.com
As part of the official calendar of Vallarta Pride 2015, 'Big Boo's Birthday Bash,' an exclusive party for women sponsored by El Arrayan Restaurant, will be held on Friday, May 22 from 9-11 pm at Casa Meztli, in the Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone.
U.S. Coast Guard Competes Ixtapa Kindergarten Rehab
 Jerry Lafferty
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Midgett, operating out of Seattle, Washington, visited Puerto Vallarta last week for a bit of R&R, but also found time to send a work party of 10 sailors to finish the total overhaul of the Luis Medina Casillas Kindergarten in Ixtapa.
 This Month's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
 Avalon 507-508
Harkening back to the golden age of glamorous Hollywood movie stars and reminiscent of Palm Springs party pads, Avalon 507-508 is a stylish double-condo that will impress all who experience it - not to mention its amazing views of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay!
VYC's Jim Ketler Award Presented to Charlotte Shull
 Vallarta Yacht Club
This year, the Vallarta Yacht Club's Jim Ketler Award was presented to Charlotte Shull, a woman who epitomizes what was envisioned with this honor. For many years she has worked quietly but tirelessly and efficiently on behalf of both the VYC and the community.
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.
AT&T Completes Acquisition of Nextel Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
On the heels of purchasing Iusacell, AT&T has completed its acquisition of Nextel Mexico. AT&T will merge Iusacell and Nextel into a single company for wider coverage and as part of its plan to create 'the first-ever North American Mobile Service area.'
Savor the Flavors of the World at Daiquiri Dick's
 Banderas News Team
Send your taste buds around the world.. without leaving Puerto Vallarta! No need to pack your bags, just head on over to Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant, where this week's Special Menu offers flavors from around the world from May 6-14, 2015.
8 Reasons Not to Retire to Puerto Vallarta
 Madeline Milne
You woke up today and thought, 'Let's retire to Puerto Vallarta.' Or maybe you've been planning this for years. Either way, moving to Mexico requires some serious research and we want to make sure you're making the right choice, so here are 8 things to consider.
Vallarta Men's Chorus Presents 'Sequins & Diamonds'
 Scotty McIntyre
The Puerto Vallarta Men's Chorus will proudly present its Vallarta Pride Festival Concert Series, 'Sequins & Diamonds,' at Act II Stages on Monday, May 18th at 7 pm, and twice on the evening of Friday, May 22nd, with performances at 7 and 9 pm.
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