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Beautifying Vallarta - News from the PV Garden Club
BanderasNews.com

In a town that relies on tourism, the Puerto Vallarta Garden Club's mission of 'Beautifying Vallarta' makes all other endeavors here more successful. They've had a busy summer, and can't wait for you to see all of the work they've done when you return to PV for the high season.

The Events Are Back On in The Riviera Nayarit!
Marc Murphy

The cuisine, adventure and cultural experiences that make the Riviera Nayarit such a highly sought-after destination will be emphasized this Fall through the wide variety of festivals and tournaments scheduled throughout the destination known as 'Mexico's Pacific Treasure.'

Living the Dream Life in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Catherine Beeghly

The easy thing is to call it a 'midlife crisis.' But it wasn't so much a crisis - just a deep longing I finally responded to 3 years ago when I uprooted and moved to Puerto Vallarta. No matter the exact reason I moved the payoff has been an overflowing of amazing opportunities and experiences.

September 9 Vallarta News Brief & 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 Vallarta-Nayarit news headlines, community announcements and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.

Tianguis Lo De Marcos Prepares for its Third Season
BanderasNews.com

The Tianguis Lo de Marcos will reopen its doors for its third season on November 5, 2016. Held on Saturdays from 9 am - 2 pm, this weekly event offers Vallarta-Nayarit locals and visitors another year of shopping pleasures and loads of treasures in beautiful Lo de Marcos, Nayarit.

Mexico's 3rd Broadcaster Set to Launch Mid-September
Variety

The historic rupture of Mexico's decades-old TV duopoly of Televisa and Azteca is set for mid-September when Mexico's third broadcasting channel launches. Run by GEA's media unit Grupo Imagen Multimedia, the new channel will be competing for Mexico's lucrative $1.5 billion ad market.

Eagle Wings Supports Puerto Vallarta Non-Profits
Vallarta Opina

The Villa Group's Eagles Wings Foundation made their annual contribution to Banderas Bay area civil associations late last month. This year, Eagle Wings contributed a total of $2,591,200 pesos, which were distributed to thirty-two Puerto Vallarta non-profit organizations.

The 8th Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronómica Gets Cooking
Jorge Jiménez

As part of the joint efforts to promote Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit as a single - and extraordinary - destination, the 8th Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronomica, a long weekend of gourmet events celebrating the art of eating, drinking and living well, is set for October 23-26, 2016.

Puerto Vallarta 2016 Fiestas Patrias Schedule of Events
María Francesca

September, known in Mexico as 'El Mes de la Patria' (The Month of Our Nation), is a great time to visit Puerto Vallarta. From September 12th through 16th, the city will host a series of colorful, lively and patriotic celebrations commemorating Mexico's Independence from Spain.

TREG's 3rd House Hunters International Charity Event
BanderasNews.com

Get your tickets now for Timothy Real Estate Group's 2016 'House Hunters International' Puerto Vallarta charity fundraiser. This 'Night Of Latin Stars' will take place on November 21 at Casa Karma and will benefit Asilo San Juan de Diego, Vallarta Botanical Gardens and Corazón de Niña.

2016 Puerto Vallarta Day of the Dead Festival Events
Banderas News Team

Set to take place Oct 28-Nov 2, this year's Dia de Los Muertos Festival in Puerto Vallarta promise to be frightfully fun, with Day of the Dead altars and Catrina displays; parades, music and dance performances; a spooktacular street party, and death-themed movie screenings.

3rd National Guayabitos Beach Volleyball Tournament
Riviera Nayarit CVB

Some of Mexico's best volleyball players will come together at Playa Rincon de Guayabitos in the Riviera Nayarit on September 10 and 11 to compete for the $30 thousand pesos in prizes to be won at the 3rd National Guayabitos Beach Volleyball Tournament.

U.S. Voter Registration Assistance in Puerto Vallarta
Democrats Abroad Mexico

United States Citizens living in Mexico can vote in the 2016 Election from Puerto Vallarta by registering online at VoteFromAbroad.org. If you need help, voter assistance tables will be set up at Mail Boxes, Etc. on September 7 & 22, and at iShop & Mail on September 29.

PV Celebrates Mexico's Independence... with Tacos!
María Francesca

Celebrate Mexico's Independence Day with family, food and fun at Lazaro Cardenas Park on Friday, September 16, 2016 from 4-11 pm, as Puerto Vallarta hosts the 2nd edition of the Feria del Taco. This year's Taco Fair will feature 20 restaurants, live music and pre-Hispanic food workshops.

Sept. 2 Vallarta News Brief & 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 Vallarta-Nayarit news headlines, community announcements and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.

UN Team Working to Restore Coral in Banderas Bay
Suzy Chaffee

An 'unprecedented breakthrough' in restoring the rapidly disappearing coral from our oceans was recently confirmed at Vallarta's Technological Institute, thanks to UN consultant Leonard Sonnenschein, President of the World Aquarium and its Conservation for the Oceans Foundation.

September's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
Casa Mariposas - San Sebastian

In San Sebastian del Oeste, the Pueblo Mágico nestled high in the Western Sierra Madre just east of Puerto Vallarta, you'll find Casa Mariposas. This private country compound is an ideal summer retreat, retirement home or potential boutique hotel investment opportunity.

Expat Insider 2016 Survey: Focus on Latin America
BanderasNews.com

InterNations has just released its annual Expat Insider Survey, which ranks the world's best countries for expats based on their experiences living abroad. In 2016, Latin America is favored, with Ecuador, Mexico and Costa Rica among the Top 10 most desirable overall - out of 191 countries.

September's Horoscope... with a Refreshing Twist
Ron Morgan Properties

Have your nights out been a little lackluster? Perhaps the problem isn't your luck, it's your libation. For September, Ron Morgan Properties' real estate agent Marco Mata has given his monthly horoscope a refreshing twist - it's designed to help you find the perfect cocktail for your zodiac sign.

ExPats in Vallarta September 2016 Happy Hour & Events
Sara Wise

ExPats in Vallarta, a totally social group with informal fellowship and assistance for Expat residents or visitors living, working or investing in or around Puerto Vallarta, or those considering it, has several events scheduled for September. Don't miss the fun, mark your calendars now!

Marietas Islands' Playa Escondida to Reopen August 31
BanderasNews.com

The National Commision of Protected Areas announced late last week that Playa Escondido, also known as La Playa del Amor, located within the Marietas Islands National Park off the coast of the Riviera Nayarit, will be reopened on August 31 - under strict rules and regulations.


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