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Hoops for Hope Classic Coming to Vallarta
 Kyle Franko
Basketball Organizer PlanBC3, LLC and the National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation have announced pairings for the inaugural Hoops for Hope Classic to be held this season at campus sites, with finals played November 24-25, 2012 at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center.
Shopping in Puerto Vallarta Made Easy
 Barbara Peters
The easy way to find exactly the specialty shop you want in Puerto Vallarta is to sit down at your computer, open a browser, and visit the online Vallarta Shopping Directory. Here you will find the best and most unique specialty stores in the greater Banderas Bay area.
Malecón II Renovations to Cost 6 Million Pesos
 PV Mirror
The Fondo de Zona Federal Marítima (Federal Maritime Zone Fund) will invest 6 Million Pesos in the repair of Puerto Vallarta's Malecón II. The federally funded project includes a new walkway, painting the planters, and reinforcing the bases of sculptures - at no cost to the city.
Edward Padalinski Rollin' Down the Highway
 RonMorgan.net
Edward Padalinski, a real estate agent at Ron Morgan Properties in Puerto Vallarta and Bucerías, is revving up his motorcycle for a road trip across three countries - the U.S., Canada, and Mexico - over the next couple of months. Follow his travels right here on BanderasNews.
PV Scavenger Hunt Final Tally: $65,270 mn
 PVRPV
On Saturday, July 21st more than 144 people armed with smart phones participated in the inaugural Puerto Vallarta Scavenger Hunt. The event generated a grand total of $65,270.50 pesos for Pasitos de Luz, a local organization that provides services for children with special needs.
 Discover Puerto Vallarta's Own Garden of Eden
 C.D. Selph
Hidden in the jungle about a half-hour drive south of Puerto Vallarta is an oasis of beauty reminiscent of Babylon's Hanging Gardens with a nod to Adam and Eve. Bring your hiking boots, your camera, your appetite, and your soul to explore Vallarta Botanical Gardens.
Track & Field Masters Championship in Vallarta
 Lorena Sonrisas
The Mexican Federation of Masters Athletes invites all athletes aged 30 and older to participate in the XXXVII Mexican Master Track & Field Championships, scheduled to take place at the Agustin Flores Contreras Sports Center in Puerto Vallarta from August 9 to 12, 2012.
Top 10 Archaeological Sites in Mexico
 Journey Mexico
Travelers interested in learning about ancient cultures and civilizations will be delighted to learn that Mexico boasts some 182 archaeological sites. Many are designated UNESCO World Patrimony sites, meaning they are recognized as sites that bear clues to mankind’s origins.
Twitter Apologizes for Worldwide Outage
 Melissa Gray
Social networking site Twitter apologized for a worldwide outage Thursday that left the site inaccessible for more than an hour. It blamed the outage on a technical fault and said that despite speculation, it wasn't related to the London Olympics, which opened today.
Mexico Maligned by U.S. Media's Myopia
 Terry Denton
The US media's image of Mexico is blurred precisely because their focus is on one relatively small, admittedly ugly, reality and thus falls woefully short of the retina of responsible reportage. As an unrepentant lover of Mexico, I confess it is hard not to take this personally.
Mexican Specialties at Daiquiri Dick's
 Laura Gelezunas
The history of Mexican food is long and diverse. It has evolved through thousands of years of blending indigenous cultures, regional differences and European elements. This week, stop by Daiquiri Dick's restaurant, where the Summer Sizzle features some of Mexico's authentic tastes.
Riviera Nayarit Featured on Ritmoson Latino Show
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The production crew of 'El Break,' a Ritmoson Latino show that provides useful information on how to spend summer holidays, toured Riviera Nayarit from end to end to record over 120 spots that will be aired between the television channel's videos from July 30 through August 4, 2012.
La Cruz Jr Fishing Tournament, July 29th
 Lorena Sonrisas
The La Cruz Junior Fishing Tournament returns to Marina Riviera Nayarit for the fourth year on July 29th, offering kids ages 4-12 a day of fun in the sun, while competing for fishing equipment, bicycles, and other great prizes.
Mexlend's Mexican Peso Mortgage Loans
 Terence L. Reilly
The temporary suspension of US dollar loan programs for US and Canadian Citizens means that existing and emerging Mexican Peso mortgage programs make more sense for foreign buyers. Puerto Vallarta-based MEXLend is the perfect choice to educate potential buyers about the process.
Riviera Nayarit Gets a Taste of La Cruz
 Landon Hollander
Last Saturday evening the main plaza in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle was the place to be, as local restaurants, businesses, musicians and artists welcomed visitors with the music, food, and atmosphere of the REAL Mexico, La Cruz style, at 'A Taste of La Cruz.'
How's Mexico Tourism Doing This Year?
 Banderas News Team
Despite economic crisis abroad and US government warnings against travel south of the border, Mexico welcomed 190 million tourists in 2011, up 3.7% from 2010. But how well is tourism doing in Mexico this year?
The Music of Harry Potter at Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
Music from one of the most beloved film series, Harry Potter, will be performed by the Youth Symphony Orchestra of Guadalajara for two shows only, Saturday, August 4, 9:00 pm and Sunday, August 5, 12:30 pm at Teatro Vallarta. Get your tickets for this magical evening today!
Scavengers Raise $50,000 Pesos for Pasitos
 Brenda Retzlaff de Rivera
On Saturday, July 21st, over $50,000 pesos were raised for Pasitos de Luz during PV's first community-wide Scavenger Hunt fundraiser. A great time was had by all as 140 people ran around the south side of Puerto Vallarta on a mission to collect the most items on the list.
2nd Qtr Mexico Resort Real Estate Update
 John K. Glaab
In the Settlement Company's 2nd Quarter 2012 Mexico Resort Real Estate Newsletter, John K. Glaab talks about June's G-20 Summit in Los Cabos, shares Fareed Zakaria's 'Mexico on the Rise' article, and passes on real estate market reports from realtors in three Mexico tourist zones.
Anita Dabbs's Tomatillo Guacamole Recipe
 RonMorgan.net
There's nothing like a cool dip to alleviate the heat wave. Don't break out the beach towel, break out the chips. Since local, fresh vegetables are always available in the greater Puerto Vallarta area, it is easy to whip up a refreshing and satisfying treat. Here's an easy recipe.
Cool Summer Discounts for Vallarta Residents
 Banderas News Team
The Banderas Bay region's wide variety of restaurants, resorts and activities has always been one of the best things about living in Vallarta, but saving 10% to 50% on exceptional things to do gives local residents even more incentive to patronize the businesses they love.
FMG Certifies Las Huertas Golf Course
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Las Huertas Golf Course, an executive 9-hole, 3,958 yards, par 32 golf course located in San Pancho Nayarit, was recently endorsed by the Mexican Golf Federation. The course will soon be open to the public, with an inauguration tentatively planned for next October.
Jorge Acosta to Perform a Sunset Serenade
 BanderasNews.com
Everyone's favorite Puerto Vallarta strolling musician, Jorge Acosta, will be performing a special show at Daiquiri Dick's on Friday, July 27, 2012, starting at 8 pm. The restaurant's splendid sunset venue on Los Muertos Beach will serve as a backdrop for the performance.
Open Letter to Navy to Find Moral Compass
 Suzy 'Chapstick' Chaffee
The US Navy is deliberating on a plan to use high frequency underwater sound for testing in Hawaii and the coasts of California, the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico that is estimated to deafen more than 15,900 whales and dolphins and kill 1,800 more over the next 5 years.
Irresistible India: This Week at Daiquiri Dick's
 Laura Gelezunas
Send your taste buds to India... without leaving Puerto Vallarta! No need to pack your bags, just head on over to Daiquiri Dick's, where this week's Summer Sizzle menu features 3 courses of Irresistible Indian Cuisine for only $299 pesos per person, through July 23rd.
Lo de Marcos: an Idyllic Mexican Village
 Tara A. Spears
As the Riviera Nayarit is gaining in popularity with international and national tourists, one of its coastal treasures is Lo de Marcos - a perfect beachside vacation for those who truly want to get away from it all in an idyllic Mexican Pacific Coast village.
PV Vies for 'Best Family Beach Destination' Title
 Jorge Chavez
The Mexico Tourism Board and Travelocity.com.mx have launched a campaign called the 'Battle of Destinations III,' which invites everyone around the world to vote online for 'The Best Beach Destination for Families' - and Puerto Vallarta is in the running - so cast your vote TODAY!
Find Jalapeño to Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
 Patrick Harrison
Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed up for some summer fun on the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.
New La Cruz to Punta Mita Highway Report
 Lorena Sonrisas
Considered one of the most important public infrastructure projects of the former administration's six-year term in the State of Nayarit, the new four-lane highway that goes from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle to Punta de Mita is expected to be completed within three months.
SETAC Center's Ongoing 'Got Milk' Project
 Javier Gallegos
The SETAC GLBT Community Center and the Puerto Vallarta CAPASIT clinic encourage the community to join their ongoing 'Give Milk' campaign, which is focused on helping HIV positive mothers feed their young children without the risk of infecting them with the virus.
Falling in Love with Punta de Mita Mexico
 Leonora Corate
I recently fell in love with the town of Punta de Mita, Mexico for many reasons aside from the superlative fish tacos at Oscar's – including the relatively uncrowded and mellow surf, the achingly beautiful Bay of Banderas, the warmth of the locals, and the extremely laidback vibe.
Vote for Riviera Nayarit on Travelocity
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
From July 17-23, 2012, Riviera Nayarit is looking to win Travelocity's 'Battle of the Destinations' contest by a knockout. The winning destination will be visited by Travelocity's Gnome and invited to the World Championship, hosted by the competition's ambassador, Mike Tyson.
Teatro Limón Hosts Steak & Seafood Fiesta
 Patrick Harrison
Imagine fresh seafood prepared delicately with subtle flavors accented with fine garnishes and sauces. Only to be further teased with the best Rib Eye Steak in Puerto Vallarta. Teatro Limón is thrilled to announce their Summer Steak & Seafood Fiesta! Friday, July 27 starting at 7 pm.
Reena Egger - Greater Vallarta Real Estate Agent
 Specializing in Riviera Nayarit Properties
Whether you are planning to visit the greater Puerto Vallarta area for a few days, a week, a couple of months - or for the rest of your life - let Ron Morgan Properties Real Estate Specialist Reena Egger help you find the property that is right for you.
Translate Words Using Your Phone's Camera
 Eddie Wrenn
Most of us have faced that terror of being trapped in a foreign country with little comprehension of the language there. 'WordLens' is an app for Android and iPhone that uses your phone's inbuilt camera to recognize text viewed through the lens, and then translating the words for you.
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