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Business Wire
 Western Union Company has grown its reach in Mexico with the ability to send money from the U.S. directly into nearly all bank accounts in Mexico. U.S. customers can now send money into bank accounts in Mexico via the Western Union mobile app, website and retail agent locations.
'Se Buscan Heroes' Campaign Saves Las Islas Marietas
Jorge Jiménez
 Just six months after the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau launched the 'Se Buscan Heroes' communications and donations campaign, the compliance rate for regulations pertaining to the conservation of Las Islas Marietas reached 99% in the months of April and May of 2016.
Biblioteca Los Mangos' Super Summer Courses for Kids
Marie Callan
 Have you ever thought that your sons or daughters have super powers? From July 18-August 12 Los Mangos Library will present not just another summer camp, but a 'We Are Heroes' Super Summer Course, which aims to help kids discover and develop their powers through fun activities.
The 'Wheezes & Sneezes' of Summer Allergies
BanderasNews.com
 With the hot and humid weather of summer, the symptoms of allergies are in full swing for many. If you suffer from the 'wheezes and sneezes,' there are 10 things you must be aware of according to Robin Wilson, an ambassador for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
PVRPV Offers Summer Savings on Vallarta Vacations
Aurora del Sol, Los Muertos Beach
 PVRPV Puerto Vallarta Vacations is offering a Summer Vacation Special at Aurora del Sol, just $150 USD/night for any reservations booked from July 17 to October 31, 2016. Located right on Los Muertos Beach in the heart of Old Town, this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo boasts breathtaking views.
The Cheapest Easiest Deep Detox You Ever Had
Jaqui Karr
 With the increase in the number of chemicals introduced in the last fifty years, there has been a dramatic increase in incidences of auto-immune disease, allergies and common infections. Holistic Bio Spa Vallarta offers an ionic foot bath that is the easiest deep detox treatment ever.
XII National Clean Beaches Convention Postponed
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 The National Water Commission announced Saturday that the XII National Clean Beaches Convention, which was set to take place June 22-25 in Nuevo Vallarta, has been postponed due to conflicting schedules. The good news is that President Peña Nieto will preside over the inauguration.
'Summer on the Island' Courses for Children Ages 7-12
BanderasNews.com
 Summer is about to begin and with it the school holidays. What better way for kids to spend them than in a fun and creative way? That is why the Vallarta Institute of Culture is offering Summer Courses on the Island for children ages 7-12 from July 18 through August 5, 2016.
Vallarta's Playa de Oro Awarded Blue Flag Certification
María Francesca
 Puerto Vallarta's natural attributes help it stand out as one of the best vacation destinations in the world, as was recently proven when Playa de Oro was awarded Blue Flag certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education's international jury of environmentalists.
Vallarta Athletes Exceed National Paralympic Goals
Lorena Sonrisas
 The Puerto Vallarta athletes on the Jalisco team in the 2016 National Paralympics not only reached their goal of winning 8 gold medals, but also brought home 1 silver and 2 bronzes, helping the State of Jalisco win its 13th consecutive title as the sports competition's National Champions.
It's Sea Turtle Nesting Season in Puerto Vallarta
Marie Callan
 Created in 1981, the Puerto Vallarta sea turtle conservation program now draws thousands of tourists to the shores of Banderas Bay every summer for the annual turtle hatching season, which runs from late June to December, and offers visitors an educational vacation experience.
It's Ba-ack! Summer Sizzle Returns to Daiquiri Dick's
BanderasNews.com
 The temperatures are heating up and, with the return of their popular Summer Sizzle, so is the kitchen at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant. Get ready to take your taste buds on a world tour without leaving Puerto Vallarta! The first leg of the journey begins in Asia, and runs through June 30.
June 17 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 Puerto Vallarta news headlines, community announcements and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
Four Tips to Help You Make This Father's Day Memorable
BanderasNews.com
 Regardless of the country or culture, the love of fathers crosses international borders. As Father’s Day approaches, for the U.S., Mexico, and a few other countries, remember to share your appreciation of your dad on his special day, which this year falls on Sunday, June 19.
Vallarta Homeowner's Associations: What you Should Know
John Youden
 Most people looking to buy a primary or second home in Puerto Vallarta tend to center their search around their individual needs and preferences. When a property that fulfills the criteria is found, few bother to find out how the homeowner's association (HOA) functions. But they should.
Nayarit Ocean Fest at B Nayar Village & Resort
Penny Isabel
 Mark your calendars for June 26! The First Annual Nayarit Ocean Fest at B Nayar Village & Resort is promising to be an event you really don't want to miss. The mission of the event is to celebrate the ocean and collaborate on how to protect the beautiful Bay of Banderas at our doorstep.
Pulpito Drag Derby Doubles Fun, Attendance, Profits
Amapas Neighborhood Association
 Thanks to many generous sponsors and great crowd participation, the third annual Pulpito Drag Derby, which kicked off the 2016 edition of Vallarta Pride, netted $50,200 pesos for street improvements and lighting in the Pulpito area, plus an additional $5,000 pesos for SETAC.
The What and Why of the Mexican Real Estate Trust
MEXlend Mortgages for Mexico
 Buying real estate in Mexico is a little different than at home, and the Fideicomiso (Bank Trust) is perhaps the most misunderstood aspect of purchasing property in Mexico. MEXLend, the premier mortgage broker in Mexico, explains the What and Why of the Mexican Real Estate Trust.
Vallarta Life: Meet Purr Project's Crazy Cat Ladies
Banderas News Team
 In this edition of Vallarta Life, Laura talks with Pamela Sullivan and Marilyn Khan, two Puerto Vallarta women who are sometimes referred to as 'crazy cat ladies.' But after they take you on a tour of the PuRR Project Cat Ranch, they don't seem so crazy, after all.
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