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Oscar Gifts Included Luxury Trips to Puerto Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board participated in this year's gift suite (provided by GBK) as part of the celebrations that took place for the 85th Academy Awards. It was attended by Oscar Nominees and Hollywood Icons who were spoiled with music, food, and luxury gifts.
2 Mexican Cities Named Tripadvisor Top 10 Destinations
 BanderasNews.com
Tripadvisor recently named the world's '10 Destinations on the Rise,' and two Mexican cities - Guadalajara and Mexico City - made the list. Let Superior Tours Vallarta show you that are more exciting travel destinations to discover in Mexico than just its beautiful beach resorts.
Legendary Artists Jacobo & Maria Angeles at Colectika
 Kevin Simpson
Colectika Ancestral Contemporary Art Gallery presents Oaxacan wood carvers, Jacobo and Maria Angeles. Don't miss this opportunity to savor these legendary artists' work which is shown in museums and galleries around the world, including the Smithsonian Native American Museum.
Expats in Vallarta March Happy Hours and Events
 Sara Wise
During the month of March, ExPats in Vallarta will be having two Happy Hour gatherings. On Tuesday, March 5th and Tuesday, March 19th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Langostino's Restaurant on Playa de Los Muertos. Langostinos is located on Los Muertos Beach, just north of the pier.
No Way José! Presents a Wine Tasting to Infatuate You
 Banderas News Team
To seal the month of love with a kiss, 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant' is celebrating the color red. On Wednesday, February 27th, local Sommelier David Restivo will join the No Way Jose! staff to bring you a wine tasting event that's sure to infatuate you.
Mexico City Offers Tour Packages to Entice Visitors
 Patrick Ferguson
The Mexico City government launched a new tourism program last week, offering flights, hotels, and tour packages to entice Mexicans and resident expats alike to visit the capital. The city teamed up with four airlines, 125 hotels and tourism operators to offer the packages.
Rhythm N’ Ribs Fundraiser a Success for Manos de Amor
 BanderasNews.com
The 9th annual 'Rhythm N’ Ribs' fundraiser for the Manos de Amor Children’s Shelter in Bucerias was a smashing success - reaching its goal and raising more money than last year! The money will help to feed, educate, and clothe the 30 children living there for another year.
US Volunteers to Help Children Create Murals in Chimo
 BanderasNews.com
A group of American volunteers is traveling to Chimo, Jalisco, a small fishing village near Yelapa (just southwest of Puerto Vallarta,) to work with their school children in creating four colorful outdoor murals depicting the rich animal and plant life of the Pacific Ocean.
Fusion Gourmet Restaurant • Bar • Café
 Fine Mexican Cuisine on PV's Southside
At Fusion Gourmet, simple, flavorful and beautifully presented Mexican Cuisine is the standard. The restaurant has achieved great acclaim from the Vallarta locals and visitors who have dined in the open-air courtyard and air-conditioned salon, or enjoyed the new rooftop bar.
Update: Aduana's Foreign Car Importation Rules
 Steven M. Fry
Yucalandia, a very informative blog about living in Mexico, just published an article regarding the changes to Aduana's rules on the importation of foreign-plated vehicles under Mexico's new Immigration Laws, which we thought might be useful to our readers...
River Café Presents Two World-Class Music Events
 BanderasNews.com
The River Café will present two very special musical events to close out Feb. and begin March. Enjoy Vallarta's finest cuisine in The River Café's unique tropical setting along the Rio Cuale while listening to the distinctive sounds of Black Swan with Diamonds and Katmandu.
Unique Products & Services at Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
It's time, once again, to head out to the Old Town Farmers' Market, where you can meet up with friends and peruse the over 90 stands of fresh produce, homemade goodies, unique gifts, one-of-a-kind products and heart-healthy services offered by local business owners.
ABC Festival to Benefit Bucerías Childrens Library
 Veronica Barker
Don't miss the Amigos de Bucerías 'ABC Festival' benefiting the city's childrens library, Biblioteca Rey Nayar. The event is on March 2nd at the Explanada Corona arena. There will be live music, classic cars and Harleys on display, and lots of fun and games!
 Not Just Your Typical Fairs and Festivals in Mexico
 Christine Delsol
US travelers are familiar with many of the fairs and festivals that take place in Mexico, from Cinco de Mayo to the Day of the Dead. But many of Mexico's events are either not well known or simply unlike anything you'll ever experience anywhere else in the world.
Seventh Annual Vallarta Wine Fest, March 18-24th
 Banderas News Team
Are you taking enough time to stop and enjoy the finer things in life? If not, you should know that some of the finest restaurants and hotels in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will be hosting the Seventh Annual Vallarta Wine Fest from March 18-24, 2013.
 Monster Trucks Coming to Puerto Vallarta March 3
 Banderas News Team
On March 3 Puerto Vallarta will host a charity event featuring one of the most popular extreme sports in the world - Monster Trucks. This adrenaline filled day of excitement will help support Busca un Amigo, a non-profit charity that helps underprivileged children with cerebral palsy.
Amigos de La Cruz Host 'February Funanza'
 amigosdelacruz.org
On Wednesday, February 27th at 7:00 pm, Amigos de La Cruz will host 'February Funanza,' a fundraising benefit at Philo’s Bar and Restaurant, featuring all-you-can-eat ribs, entertainment by Lobo, a Mariachi band, and a group of Charros, and Philo and the Mexican Shuffle Band.
Supreme Court Upholds Ruling on Gay Marriage Bans
 Jason St. Amand
Mexico’s Supreme Court formally announced it's December ruling that gay couples have the right to marry and that laws prohibiting same-sex couples from tying the knot are unconstitutional and discriminatory. Mexico is urging the US Supreme Court to support marriage equality.
13th San Pancho Music Festival Schedule Announced
 Chris Parsons
The performance schedule has been announced for the 13th annual San Pancho Music Festival to be held Friday, Feb. 22nd through Sunday, the 24th at the Plaza del Sol in Nayarit. Because of the gracious contributions of the performing artists, there is no charge to the public.
Miss Conception Returns to PuRR Project BINGO Night
 Marilyn Khan
Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 27th, for PuRR Project's KITTY BINGO with a very special guest re-appearance by former 'Entertainer of the Year' Miss Conception! When she takes the microphone at Nacho Daddy, you'll see why this dynamic performer was asked for a return engagement!
IFC St. Patrick's Day Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
 Janie Albright Blank
St. Patrick's Day is always a day for the 'wearing of the green' and a time to do something fun with friends. The International Friendship Club has just the thing for the Irish in you this year - a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at Nacho Daddy on Basilio Badillo!
Flower and Garden Show at Vallarta Botanical Gardens
 Stephen Clay
Organizers and volunteers at Vallarta Botanical Gardens are busy preparing for the 2013 Flower and Garden Show to be held this Friday, February 22nd through March 3rd. Many of the Gardens’ celebrated native and exotic flower collections will be in peak bloom during the event.
Riviera Nayarit Shows Love for President Peña Nieto
 Landon Hollander
The President visited Marina Riviera Nayarit last week to present his National Tourism Policy to the Governors from every state in Mexico, who were also there. Peña Nieto surprised everyone by stopping along the street for some 'face time' with the people of La Cruz.
Los Bambinos at Roxy Rock House Tues. & Sun. Nights
 Banderas News Team
Los Bambinos, the very popular four-brother local band that's often found entertaining diners at Olas Altas and Romantic Zone area restaurants, is performing two weekly shows at Roxy Rock House, located at Ignacio L. Vallarta #217 on Puerto Vallarta's South side.
Chia: Ancient Mexican Seed and Modern Superfood
 Karen Hursh Graber
The ancient people of Mexico were on to something long before the 1980's, when clay 'chia pets' became popular. Now chia seeds have been lauded as the new superfood of 2013. They are nutritionally dense and loaded with antioxidants, fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market a Huge Success
 Frontera NorteSur
PV’s Old Town Farmer’s Market is a smash hit. Every Saturday morning, crowds file past the booths that line the lower end of Basilio Badillo to sample salsa and jam, procure locally-grown fruits and vegetables, hear live music, and purchase prepared foods and hand-made items.
What NOT to Do When Decorating Your Vallarta Home
 Timothy Real Estate Group
The thought of starting a decorating project is exciting or scary, depending on your experience, your budget, your taste, or your time. Timothy Real Estate Group suggests these 10 Decorating Don'ts that will unimaginably ensure that your Puerto Vallarta home will look its best.
Lloydshare Ltd & PVFAN Sponsor Engage Mexico
 Armando Contreras
Engage Mexico is proud to announce Lloydshare Limited and PVFAN Mexico as Diamond level sponsors of the fifth annual social media conference, which is to take place from November 14th to 17th, 2013, at the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
420estudio Starts Film Production Co. in Vallarta
 Laura Gelezunas
When you have a collection of the best people, expect great things to happen. The recent compilation of talent at the new production house, 420estudio, may open Banderas Bay even further for film and photo location shoots, and enhance all video efforts originating here.
Democrats Abroad Annual Meeting & Fiesta at No Way Jose!
 Bonnie Mott
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad is holding their Annual Meeting and Fiesta on March 7th at No Way Jose! All members, your guests, and fellow progressives are welcome to join them for an evening of fun, food, drink, and thoughtful conversation!
Abelardo Favela's Art With Attitude at Galeria Contempo
 Heather Wilson
Mirroring back to us our best selves, an Abelardo Favela painting is an attitude as much as it is a work of art. In its presence, one feels happily motivated to live optimally in the now. Don't miss the opening reception for his latest exhibition on February 22 at Galeria Contempo.
Mexico Immigration Laws Explained at Vallarta Meeting
 Banderas News Team
Mexico's recently implemented Ley de Migracion remains a topic of keen interest among Banderas Bay area expatriates, as demonstrated by the huge turnout at the February 13th information session at the Paradise Village Resort complex in Nuevo Vallarta. Here's the scoop...
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