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Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa Debuts New Kids Spa
 Travel Daily News
The family friendly, Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is offering young spa enthusiasts a private sanctuary with the introduction of their Kids Spa at the tranquil, open-air spa Shakti.
On the Water with Vallarta Fishing Experience
 Stan Gabruk
Another week passes and everything changes when it comes to currents and fishing conditions. The big surprise this week is the continued fishing explosion in the bay. Around Yelapa to Los Animas, just a few miles off shore, the Dorado are running large and Sailfish are here as well.
Where is Everybody? Not on the Mayan Riviera
 Tim Carman
The come-hither hustle is nothing new to Mexican tourist centers, but the relentlessness, even desperation, of these street pitches underscored a sad truth about Isla Mujeres this past August: The place was dead, and merchants had far fewer opportunities to make a buck.
 Voladores of Papantla Flying High in PV
 PVNN
Don't miss your chance to see the Voladores of Papantla every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night high above the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta. You'll be dazzled by their dangerous and breathtaking feats, while experiencing an unforgettable taste of pre-Hispanic Mexican culture.
Riviera Nayarit’s Hottest Property, Punta Mita
 Meagan Drillinger
A year after acquainting you with Riviera Nayarit, one of Mexico’s top luxury resort destinations, Travel Agent has uncovered the region’s hottest property, Punta Mita.
Mexican Beach Lives Up to Reputation
 Al Dodimead
Maui, Maui, Maui, I knew wherever my family went I would hear this word and any trip would constantly be compared to our family vacations in Maui - but I wanted to try something different. I suggested Mexico again to my wife.
Vallarta Gardens Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta's Newest Luxury Resort Announces the Grand Opening of the Caracol Spa
 PRWeb
In an exclusive ambiance, the Caracol Spa turns into an oasis with a spectacular Ocean View, where every guest is surrounding by calm and tranquility.
Disney Ship to Offer Alaska, Mexico Cruises in 2011
 Leisure Group Travel
Disney Cruise Line will reposition the Disney Wonder to the West Coast in 2011, offering seven-night Alaska and Mexican Riviera cruises.
La Posada de Bucerias Opens New Luxury Boutique Hotel
 NewswireToday
La Posada de Bucerias is a newly opened luxury boutique hotel welcoming travelers with an inventively contemporary and yet, unexpectedly traditional Mexican design!
A Glimpse of Michoacan
 John K. Glaab
'A Glimpse of Michoacan,' a real estate tour of the area surrounding Morelia, organized by Mexatua Realty along with The Settlement Company and Linda Neil Properties, was an added attraction to the Annual Conference of the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professions.
H1N1 Flu Update for Mexico-Bound Travelers
 Pamela Thompson
As we begin our high season here in Puerto Vallarta, we have been receiving emails requesting information on the status of health issues in the Banderas Bay area, particularly about H1N1 flu (formerly called 'Swine Flu') in the states of Nayarit and Jalisco.
 Mexico's Best Beach Vacation Destinations
 PVNN
During vacation periods, on weekends, or at any time of the year, Mexico offers a wide array of destinations with sun, sand and sea. Any of these 5 beach resorts will satisfy the tastes and needs of travelers looking for luxury, exclusivity, fun, or a close encounter with nature.
Thanksgiving Night is Complimentary at Mexico's All-inclusive Velas Resorts
 PRWeb
It's time to gobble, gobble down in Mexico this Thanksgiving. The holiday will be celebrated with gratis accommodations on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, including a special Thanksgiving dinner for guests at the luxury, all-inclusive Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta.
Photo Tip of the Week: Capturing the Colors of Fall
 Larry and Linda Bennett
Let’s talk about photographing trees. I know what you’re thinking, it’s not a big deal to stand back, put the tree in your view finder and push the button. Wrong! All trees are beautiful and you can create some great images - if you use some basic principles of photography.
Old-World Charm Greets You in Puerto Vallarta
 Lisa Monforton
It’s tough for any tourist city to cling to its authenticity, but Puerto Vallarta, a city of 350,000 people, manages to keep its Spanish roots piquant enough for the masses.
Grand Opening of Puerto Vallarta's Newest Luxury Resort Vallarta Gardens Resort & Spa
 VallartaGardensResort.com
Vallarta Gardens Resort & Spa announces its grand opening featuring 3 and 4 bedroom oceanfront luxury villa's that include exclusive amenities such as private pools, rooftop Jacuzzi's with panoramic views, master bedrooms feature expansive private terraces with breath taking views of the Pacific Ocean.
Top 10: Cool Cruises
 AskMen.com
Avoid the sick-stained streets of Cancun this spring break by taking yours aboard a luxury cruise instead. Here's a list of some of the hottest and coldest cruises this season.
ExProTur Vallarta 2009 - November 4th-6th
 PVNN
Plans are underway for ExProTur Vallarta 2009, an International exposition for tourist industry service providers in the Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Banderas Bay areas, scheduled to take place at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center from November 4th-6th, 2009.
Discovering La Vida Buena in Cabos
 Joseph Kula
What brings out the stars and thousands of other winter-weary folk to enjoy la vida buena (the good life) here in Los Cabos is the sun.
Brazil and South America Celebrate Their Victory
 Los Tiempos
"The hour has arrived for Brazil and for all of South America," said Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, making his case for Rio de Janeiro to host the 2016 Olympic Games. Shortly after his presentation to the International Olympic Committee, his request was granted.
Mexico 2010: 200 Years of Independence
 bicentenario.gob.mx
In 2010, Mexico will commemorate the bicentennial of its Independence movement and the centennial of its Revolution with an extensive program of events. All Mexicans and foreign citizens alike are invited to participate in these events to learn about and reflect on Mexico’s past.
New Nicklaus Golf Course to Open in Punta Mita
 Tom Johansmeyer
A new Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is opening next month, so you may want to start planning immediately. On November 16, 2009, Nicklaus himself will hit the ceremonial first tee shot at the new Punta Mita Bahia golf course.
A Beach-by-Beach Guide to Mexico's Riviera Maya
 David Swanson
In the early 1980s, the pristine, beach-girdled Caribbean coast of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula was marked by little more than a few fishing villages. Just as it did for Cancún, which sprang up about 1974, Mexico's government tourism development agency decided to put a name to this beautiful face, and the Riviera Maya was born.
Hacienda Jalisco: True Mexican Hospitality
 Gary R. Beck
The enchantment of true Mexican hospitality coupled with exquisite cuisine marks Hacienda Jalisco in San Sebastian del Oeste as a destination we urge everyone to experience, especially if you are enthralled with history and magical vibrations.
Mexico: Underwater Museum to Protect Coral Reefs
 Verónica Díaz Favela
Four sculptures in human forms, made of concrete, will be submerged in November in the Mexican Caribbean - the first of 400 figures that will comprise the world's largest underwater museum.
Leaving the Country for Healthcare: Patients Save Money Outside US
 Kim Lamb Gregory
According to a 2008 study conducted by the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions, 750,000 Americans traveled to a foreign country for medical and/or dental services in 2007, the last year for which the center has hard numbers. That number is projected to soar to 1.6 million by 2010.
Spotlight on Vallarta: Serenity Now in Funky Bucerias
 SF Productions
This week, the Spotlight on Vallarta crew profile the quaint village of Bucerías, in the state of Nayarit, only a stone's throw from Puerto Vallarta, but a world away when it comes to Mexican small-town charm.
Trick or Tweet for Travel Treats in Mexico
 Marriott and Renaissance Resorts
The Halloween hype is heating up as Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts (MARCAM) announce their new interactive Trick or Tweet campaign.
The Best Place in the World to Retire
 Comtex
Using International Living as their guide, the Ron and Donna Carlson made trips to Panama, Brazil, Mexico, and Europe. This past January, they found their new home - in the city that's now been named the top retirement destination on International Living's Annual Global Retirement Index - Cuenca, Ecuador.
On the Water with Vallarta Fishing Experience Host Stan Gabruk
 SF Productions
Sportfishing in Puerto Vallarta is shifting into high gear, amigos, with some impressive fish coming off the boats in the Marina Vallarta. Finally, it's fish city at Corbeteña and El Banco. Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado and yes, even Yellowfin Tuna, are biting bigtime.
2009–2010 Puerto Vallarta Art Walk
 PVNN
Every October kicks off the official opening of the Puerto Vallarta "art season," and this year's Viejo Vallarta Art Walk, which begins on October 28th, promises to be the best ever, with art galleries and events spotlighting local and internationally known artists.
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Earns World Travel Awards for Mexico & Central America Leading Family Resort
 Josefina Naya
The CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa has been awarded twice, as a Mexico Leading Family Resort & Central America Leading Family Resort, for the World Travel Awards. The ceremony for the chapter North & Central America's was held at Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo.
Top 10: Immigrant Cities
 Steven Shaw
Ever since early humans left Africa, migration has been a fact of our existence. Population pressure grows, so families, tribes and others move on to pastures new.
A Dad's Point-of-View: African Reflections, Part Two: The Cat and the Hat
 Bruce Sallan
Now, I suppose you're going to say this is a reach, as I work to tie in stories from my wonderful African adventure with parenting, but we witnessed a playful game of tug-of-war among lion cubs that reminded me of the quintessential struggle between siblings of all species.
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