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How Do You Get to Paradise?
 Jim Scherrer
Paradise, as defined by some dictionaries and religions, is heaven or any environment that is ultimately pleasurable. We can’t help you get to heaven; however we can give you some good tips on getting to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico!
Celebrating Life and Death in Vallarta 
 PVNN
In Puerto Vallarta, the dead will soon walk the Earth — so let the parties begin! Starting on October 31st and continuing through November 2nd, the dearly departed will rise from their graves and join the living in celebration.
Preserving and Protecting the Environment
 Laura Gelezunas
As Puerto Vallarta's leading tour company, Vallarta Adventures is taking an active stance in the sustainable development of ecotourism. Key elements include maintaining essential ecological processes and helping to conserve biodiversity.
Finding Your Own Special Mexico on a Cruise
 Judy Babcock Wylie
The question is: Can you find your own special Mexico when a ship delivers 2,670 cruisers to a port within an hour? Surprisingly, we found you can.
Make-a-Wish Golf Tourney in Guadalajara
 PVNN
Make-a-Wish Mexico invites all professional, amateur, men and women golfers to participate in the first annual Golf Tournament in Guadalajara, which will take place at the magnificent El Cielo Golf and Country Club on Friday December 7, 2007.
Pueblo Bonito Oceanfront Resorts & Spas Named Recipients of Three Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
 Hospitality-1st.com
Condé Nast Traveler announced the recipients of the 20th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Three Pueblo Bonito Oceanfront Resorts and Spas received the acclaimed award.
Body & Soul: Renergize In Riviera Nayarit With These Spa Packages
 TravelVideo.tv
Mexico's newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, features world-class spas featuring contemporary treatments and traditional, authentic remedies at an impressive array of resorts which range from deluxe all-inclusive to super high-end luxury retreats.
Pie Ladies of Yelapa
 Patricia Landis
Perched on the side of the Sierra Madre Mountains, Yelapa is a coastal village in Mexico that boasts lush jungle, beachfront cottages, romantic sunsets and delectable pies delivered daily to the beach.
Yoga and Surfing Vacations in Sayulita
 Sandy Stahl
Find a healthy balance of mind, body, and spirit in Sayulita, Mexico. Via Yoga, a world leader in deluxe yoga/surfing vacations, is offering 11 four or six-night yoga vacations from November 2007 through April 2008 at Villa Amor in Sayulita.
A Sensational, Second-Tier Course to Play on a Puerto Vallarta Golf Vacation
 Craig Better
The Four Seasons Punta Mita and Vista Vallarta Golf Club are usually placed atop the “must play” lists, but after these power players, few people know where to find the next best Puerto Vallarta golf courses. We think one of them is the El Tigre Club de Golf in the area called Nuevo Vallarta.
3rd Cruz Roja Nayarit Golf Tournament
 PVNN
It's that time again! The Third Annual Cruz Roja Nayarit Golf Tournament will take place at El Tigre Golf Club on October 27th, 2007. The tournament is open to men and women of all ages - but register early as there are only 120 openings.
Grupo Posadas Expands Portfolio Of Properties In 2007 - 2008
 HotelInteractive.com
Grupo Posadas, Mexico and Latin America's leading hotel operator, announces the broadening of its current portfolio of ninety-eight properties with the opening of ten new hotels in 2008, as well as the unveiling of AQUA Cancun, the first of three resorts to be introduced under the new modern lifestyle brand, AQUA.
As the Dollar Falters, Travelers Hunt for Bargains
 Kitty Bean Yancey
With the dollar wimping out against the euro and pound — and tumbling to a 31-year low against the Canadian dollar this week — where's a value-minded international traveler supposed to go? Here's some advice from budget-travel experts on foreign destinations where your dollar still goes far.
PV Offers Deep Sea Fishing at its Best
 Jim Scherrer
With a perfect climate, a magnificent shoreline, and an abundance of world class game fish, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico offers what many consider to be some of the best deep sea fishing in the world.
Puerto Escondido Doesn't Aim for Perfection, But it Pleases
 Stephanie Shapiro
During a six-day visit to Puerto Escondido, a scruffy, though charming beach town in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca, my family and I joined Mexican families, European vagabonds and surf bums for an escape from reality. As it turned out, we didn't get that far.
New Website for Puerto Vallarta Boaters
 PVNN
If you have a seafaring soul, a new website for Mexico boating, BoatMexico.Com is where you will find critical, up-to-date information not only to make your Mexico voyage planning more efficient and safe, but to warm your sailing south soul.
Fear and Loathing in Tijuana
 Jaclyn Snow
Hollywood Ray’s club, Coko Bongo, is a popular hotspot for underage San Diego college students, it features exotic dancers, friendly bartenders and a convenient border transportation service.
Puerto Vallarta Welcomes Gay Cruise Ship
 PVNN
Empresarios Gays de Puerto Vallarta together with Atlantis, the world's largest gay and lesbian first-class cruise, resort and tour company, are hosting a T-dance for Mexican Celebration Cruise passengers at Club Paco Paco on October 17, 2007.
Velas' Special Food Events During Puerto Vallarta's Annual Festival Gourmet International
 eMediaWire
Travelers and gourmets alike can savor food and wine pairings and delicious dinners prepared by chefs from all over the world during the 13th annual Festival Gourmet International in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, Mexico.
When in Cancun ... Head for the Downtown
 Angela Woodall
The "Mayan Riviera" is where this night owl found herself for nearly a week, including prime weekend after-hours prowling, where Cancun is known for its wildlife — both natural and touristic.
Travel 8 Great Places With A Weak Dollar
 foXnoMad
A weaker dollar makes it harder for the tourists from USA and from other countries using dollars for their international trade and travel to vacation overseas or to make cheap international travels. However, there are 8 wonderful places where the weak dollar is still strong and great deals are very much possible.
Three Barcelo Properties Receive the Prestigious Golden Apple Award
 PRNewswire
The Barcelo Maya Beach Resort's two Premium hotels, The Barcelo Maya Colonial Beach and The Barcelo Maya Tropical Beach Hotels, as well as the Barcelo La Jolla de Mismaloya Hotel in Puerto Vallarta were all recently honored with the distinguished rating of The Golden Apple Award by Apple Vacations.
Top Five Award Destinations for October
 Tim Winship
Wondering where to go with all those frequent flyer miles? If you know where to look, the airlines will help you choose flights with seats readily accessible to mileage program members.
Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Shines Among the Stars During the Emmy Awards
 PVNN
From upscale accommodations in oceanview suites to spa treatments at its world-class spa, the Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Riviera Nayarit luxury vacation prizes at Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Gift Lounge were a hit among the stars.
Explosion of Ecotours Offer Real and Ersatz Vacations
 Bruce Constantineau
The green revolution has created an unprecedented demand for vacations that teach people about the environment while having as little impact on the environment as possible.
Riviera Maya Underground Film Festival 2007
 PR-inside
Mexico's thriving film industry is at its peak with the upcoming Riviera Maya Underground Film Festival. Expected to be one of the biggest events of the season, the annual festival will be held from October 3 to 7, 2007 at selected cinemas around Playa del Carmen.
Toronto Launches New Tourism Campaigns in UK, Mexico
 The Canadian Press
The dollar's parity may have put a pinch in the travel plans of Americans, so Toronto tourism officials are going after people with pounds and pesos.
Let's Get Pacific
 Julie Earle-Levine
"Just call me Tiger. Like the cat." Tigre is a former international surfing champ, and he's helping me brush up on my skills, here in the easy-going village of Sayulita, Mexico. He will later prove invaluable as a source on where to find the best tacos.
Day Trippin' at the Marietas Islands
 Owen Neill
On the first day of our Puerto Vallarta vacations, we always like to get out on the water. This time we decided to take a private panga to the Marietas Islands, a Marine Sanctuary just outside of Banderas Bay, to do some snorkeling.
Traveling to Vallarta
 Jim Morrison
A big part of Puerto Vallarta’s charm is that everyone comes here in search of something a little different, and we all seem to find just what we’re looking for. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your Puerto Vallarta vacation.
It's A Girl!
 PVNN
Vallarta Adventures is celebrating the arrival of the newest member of their dolphin family, Naui. Weighing in at 20 kilos and measuring 1.2 meters long, she was born at the Dolphin Adventure Center in Nuevo Vallarta on September 3rd.
Escape From the Heat in San Sebastian
 Sueanne Hagemann
While the sun was burning hot in Vallarta, I decided to head off to the mountains of San Sebastian. I have taken day trips to this lovely town before but on this trip, I decided to stay at a place called La Galerita de San Sebastian.
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