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The Copper Canyon - Natural Wonders in Mexico
 Tom Budniak
The Copper Canyon is nestled in the Sierra Madre Range and is actually several large canyons that are four times larger than the Grand Canyon of the United States. It's an out of the way place attractive to travelers who like scenic landscapes, gorgeous canyons and exciting train rides.
 PVYAFCA: Vallarta Video Fishing Report
 Phil Kerr
The Puerto Vallarta Yachting and Fishing Charter Association is an energetic and forward-looking company using virtual tours as way of marketing charter boats, in the Puerto Vallarta area. Here's their report on the local fishing scene for early June.
Costa Maya Mangroves are Heaven for Anglers
 Chris Santella
The mangrove-enshrouded lakes and their inhabitants - snook, barracuda and snapper, in addition to the tarpon - are a phenomenon peculiar to Quintana Roo. Here, cenotes punctuate the limestone strata, granting access to underground rivers and caverns.
Fishing with Phil - Night Fishing For Squid
 SF Productions
This week Phil goes night fishing for squid on The Office and The Cracker Jack, but things change as the Big Fish show up... do the crews have what it takes to land the Big One?
Stars Shine on Puerto Vallarta on June 20
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta's world famous Malecón is the place to be on Saturday, June 20th at 8 pm, as the Jalisco Secretary of Tourism presents 'Jalisco en Vivo 2009,' a free concert featuring world-famous, award-winning musical artists, including Alejandro Fernández and Enrique Iglesias.
Single Parent Travel Promotion at Velas Resorts
 PRWeb
Through September 30th for Mexico travel, the luxury all-inclusive Velas Resorts at three top Mexican beach destinations are waiving the single supplement fee for single parent travel with their children.
Mazatlán Bids Travelers Bienvenido With Suite Savings And Free Nights
 Travel Video News
Mazatlán rolls out the grand welcome for travelers, offering savings on accommodations throughout the summer and beyond. Travelers can book now for steep discounts, as well as perks like free nights, complimentary upgrades and resort credits for dining, spa treatments, sightseeing cruises and entertainment.
 The “Los Cabos a la Carte” Program Entices Travelers with Terrific Savings
 Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau
The Mexico Tourism Board presents the new program provided by Los Cabos Convention and Visitors Bureau in which more than 30 Hotels & Resorts offer a menu of amazing travel packages at unprecedented prices.
Best Summer Eco Destinations
 Michelle Talsma Everson
As the temperature rises and the days last longer, there’s no denying that summer is here. And, whether you have all summer to get away or just a long weekend, there’s nothing more rewarding for environmental lovers than to enjoy an eco-friendly vacation.
Vive México to Position Country as Favorite Tourist Destination among Mexicans and Foreigners
 Presidencia de la República
During the inauguration of the Hotel Crowne Plaza Mazatlán, President Calderón announced that the sector will receive an additional investment of 1.2 billion pesos in promotion through the Vive México movement.
Stars and Events Boost Vallarta Tourism
 PVNN
As part of the 'Vive Mexico' campaign launched by Felipe Calderon, Lorena Ochoa, the world's #1 LPGA player, made two public appearances in Puerto Vallarta on May 30th, kicking off a series of events designed to quicken the financial recuperation of this popular Mexican beach resort.
Religious Icon from Mexico Visits California
 CBC News
Thousands are flocking to a Santa Paula church to see the religious icon known as El Santo Nino de Atocha or the holy child of Atocha.
Fearless Travelers Can Cash In on Mexico's Post-Flu Deals
 Christine Delsol
It's been two weeks since the State Department and the Centers for Disease Control lifted their travel warnings on travel to Mexico, and the deals are rolling in.
La Cruz Marina: A Landmark on Banderas Bay
 Casagenoa’s Blog
Not many coastal destinations can boast of a marina like the one at La Cruz. Marina Riviera Nayarit, also known as La Cruz Marina is a full-service marina located just ten miles away from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
10 Non-Typical Dream Honeymoon Destinations
 TripAtlas
Summer is approaching which means one thing – romance will be at its peak as the high season for weddings and honeymoons begins. But many honeymooners are looking beyond the typical honeymoon destinations such as the Caribbean or Las Vegas.
Las Alamandas Resort Helps Boost Return to Mexico
 PRNewswire
Costalegre's Las Alamandas Resort today announced a bold plan to help travelers return to Paradise by offering a One-Shot Summer Special with up to 60% off of room rates plus FREE additional nights.
Mexico's Battered Image Yields Travel Deals
Stephanie Chen
In 2008, more than 18 million Americans visited the country, according to the Mexico Tourism Board. To achieve these numbers again, the board will aggressively invite American travel groups, associations and those critical of the tourism industry to visit in the next two weeks.
PVYAFCA: Vallarta Video Fishing Report
 Phil Kerr
The Puerto Vallarta Yachting and Fishing Charter Association is an energetic and forward-looking company using virtual tours as way of marketing charter boats, in the Puerto Vallarta area. Here's their report on the local fishing scene for mid-May.
Vallarta Celebrates 91 Years with Fabulous Fireworks & Festivities
 PVNN
The 2nd Annual National Fireworks Competition, scheduled to take place at the Augustine Contreras Flowers Sports Stadium on May 30th, is a prelude to the festivities planned for May 31st, when the city celebrates its 91st anniversary as a municipality and 41st year as an official city.
Puerto Vallarta Returns to Normal Following Flu Outbreak
 travelpulse.com
In Puerto Vallarta, all businesses and tourism-related services continue to operate normally. The city's normal schedule of events is back on track, with many cultural and sporting events taking place right now, while others resume on May 31st or have been rescheduled for the summer months.
Mexico Goes On Sale
 Sarah Nassauer
If you want to grab an unprecedented deal for Mexican travel, enjoy quiet beaches and make solitary climbs up Mayan ruins, now is the time.
Riviera Nayarit Resorts Welcome Summer Vacationers with Unbelievable Savings
 PitchEngine
With promotions ranging from intimate B&B’s to full service luxury resorts with golf courses, elegant spas and marinas, travelers to this stretch of paradise will find that the traditional low prices and high value of summer have gotten substantially more so, in some cases with savings of more than 50 percent.
A Thrilling Tack to Puerto Vallarta
 Randy LaRoche
The Puerto Vallarta Race Series is held every other year by the Del Rey Yacht Club in Marina del Rey. Here's one crew member's account of this year's 10 day, 1,200 nautical mile sailboat race from Marina del Rey, California to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Mexico Tries to Woo Back Tourists
 Michelle Higgins
There may be no better time to visit Mexico than now. Resorts from Los Cabos to Cancún, which saw occupancy plummet by more than 50 percent at the end of April and the beginning of May, are beckoning with discounts of up to 70 percent.
PV Fever... & We're Not Talkin' Swine Flu
 Info Channel Vallarta
Seems that everyone here in the Banderas Bay region is making an effort - and a video - to let the world know that there's never been a better time to break out the sunscreen and enjoy a well-deserved vacation in Puerto Vallarta - the most beautiful beach destination in Mexico.
H1N1 (Swine Flu) Scare: Puerto Vallarta Produces Video to Encourage Tourists to Return
 Ed Walsh
Puerto Vallarta's tourist board has produced a video directed towards welcoming American and Candadian tourists back after the flu scare. Filmed during the XVI International Sports Classic last week, the video features international athletes talking about their experience in paradise.
U.S. Poets in Mexico Second Annual Event in Mérida
 Sheila Lanham
From January 2-9 2010, U.S. Poets in Mexico will once again host distinguished contemporary American and Mexican poets in the colonial city of Merida for one week of poetry workshops, readings, Spanish lessons and day trips.
Puerto Vallarta: Business as Usual
 Diegotopet
On May 15th the travel alert for air and cruise ship services into Mexico was lifted by the United States & Canada governments. Watch the reactions from several guests in Puerto Vallarta.
Mexico Welcomes You Back
Travel Video
The Mexico Tourism Board is pleased to announce that the travel warning of the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministry of Canada has been removed from the Mexican travel report.
Cruise Lines to Resume Calls in Mexico
 Cruise Critic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lifted a warning advising against all nonessential travel to Mexico on Friday, and cruise lines were quick to embrace the move.
Save Over 60% on Golf at Grand Velas
 PRWeb
Saving over 60%, families can now share a passion for golf at Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Riviera Nayarit, the only family-friendly all-inclusive resort in North America to receive the prestigious AAA Five-Diamond Award.
Carnival to Resume Mexico Cruises
 Hugo Martin
Following word that the Centers for Disease Control is no longer recommending that Americans avoid nonessential travel to the country due to the H1N1 flu outbreak, the company said its first cruise ship to return to Mexico will be the Carnival Holiday.
Palm Trees and Culture Sprout in Baja Oasis
 Lauren Viera
In this skinny sliver of Mexico, Todos Santos is an unexpected oasis of culture. Kind of like a palm tree in the middle of the desert.
Time to Travel to Mexico? Travel Detective Says Yes
 Peter Greenberg
There has been even more fallout from the so-called H1N1 flu, or the “infodemic,” as I like to call it. What’s so crazy about that is that it’s no longer front page news. Gee, duh. I was saying that two weeks ago. Most importantly, it’s become a great time to go to Mexico.
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