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Going 'Nose to Whisker' with Sea Lions in Mexico
 Darren Parkman
Swimming with dolphins has long been a favourite tourist attraction along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, but how about doing laps alongside big blubbery sea lions?
 Peter Engel's World Cup Travelog Part 1
 Peter Engel
In Part One of his seven-part 2010 World Cup travelogue, Peter Engel, a Swiss born Puerto Vallarta resident, takes us from Mexico to Switzerland to Dar-Es-Salaam, the first stop on his journey through Tanzania, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia to the final destination: Cape Town, South Africa.
Marriott Earns More Awards in Mexico
 Marriott Hotels and Resorts
Marriott International Inc. is celebrating the 20th anniversary of two of its resorts in Mexico as well as 40 years of service to that country.
Golf - Playing for Fun, Prizes, But Most of all for the Kids
 Polly G. Vicars
On Friday November 5, 2010 at 11 am golfers will tee off in an Elimination Scramble at the Marina Vallarta Club de Golf to have fun and to raise funds for Becas Vallarta, Angie’s Quest of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Club Corp’s Employee Partner Care Foundation.
Mexico City's Rich Heritage Welcomes Art Lovers
 Ellen Creager
Go ahead and use Diego Rivera as an excuse. Mention murals as the reason you're coming. But get down here right away, art lovers, and soak in the atmosphere of Mexico City, one of the most interesting cities in the world.
Toys for Tots Golf Tournament & Gala Dinner
 VallartaNavyLeague.org
Tickets are now available for the Puerto Vallarta Navy League's Annual Golf Tournament and Gala Dinner for the benefit of Toys for Tots Vallarta. This year's dates are December 11 for the golf tournament and December 19 for the dinner. Buy your tickets today!
Hundreds of San Diegans Join Gay Cruise
 Ben Cartwright
More than 3,000 people will spend a week together aboard Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas on what will likely become one of the largest floating gay parties around.
Riviera Nayarit Will Host the National Sailing Cup for 2011 Pan American Games
 RivieraNayarit.com
Riviera Nayarit has been chosen to host the Sailing National Cup for the 2011 Pan American Games. The events will take place between October 20-24, with some categories sailing from the Paradise Village Marina in Nuevo Vallarta and other categories from Marina Riviera Nayarit, La Cruz.
Celebrate Thanksgiving Mexican-Style at Velas Resorts
 Velas Resorts
Suite upgrades, kids stay free, special Thanksgiving dinners, spa treatments and more are included this Thanksgiving at the luxury all-inclusive Velas Resorts in three top Mexican beach destinations.
 8th Annual Puerto Vallarta Half Marathon & 5K Scheduled for Sunday, November 7
 Bob Cohen
On Sunday, November 7th the 8th Annual Puerto Vallarta half marathon and 5K competition will be run. The popular race has had more runners each year and a record number are expected at this year's race as well.
Tourism to Mexico Jumps Nearly 20%
 Hugo Martín
In a surprising turnabout, international tourism to Mexico showed a sharp increase this summer — a sign that tourists may be putting aside worries about the economy and fears of drug-related violence, analysts say.
Casa Valerie Villa Rentals
 Luxury Puerto Vallarta Vacation Rentals
Imagine walking into your Puerto Vallarta vacation rental and finding a beautiful wrought iron door opening up into an exclusive oceanfront villa. Whether you choose Casa Valerie - Mismaloya or Casa Valerie - Punta de Mita, that's what you'll experience with Casa Valerie Luxury Villa Rentals.
Travel Channel Celebrity Working to Put the Riviera Maya on the Culinary Map
 Nicola Inwood & Michele Kinnon
The Executive Committee for Taste of Playa 2010 is pleased to announce it has signed on celebrity host, Travel and Food Expert, Mark DeCarlo, to team up with local chefs in the Riviera Maya’s upcoming culinary event, Taste of Playa.
Make Plans Now for the PV Medical Expo
 Pamela Thompson
The US Consular Agent, the Hotel Marriott and HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta would like to remind everyone of the upcoming Medical Expo on November 22 from 9 am-7 pm at the Hotel Marriott. This no-charge event will feature a vast array of medical services, products and information.
Tijuana Gains Some Bounce Amid Mexico's Drug War
 Elliot Spagat
If Tijuana is safe enough for Al Gore, Nobel laureates in chemistry and economics and co-founders of Twitter and Wikipedia - not to mention a 100,000 dancing residents - shouldn't it be safe for anyone?
Kids Lace Up Their Shoes for PEACE
 Becci Burchett
Local non-profit PEACE is inviting the public to join the race towards positive change in a fun-filled day of races, contests, carnival games, food and drink at El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta on Sunday, October 24, 2010.
Día de Los Muertos - The Mexican Day of the Dead
 Linda Neil
Día de los Muertos, (Day of the Dead,) celebrated in Mexico and other Hispanic countries, has considerable religious significance. The festive period begins on the night of October 31 and continues through All Saints Day and All Souls Day, celebrated November 1st and 2nd respectively.
Mexico's Velas Resorts Earn AAA Five Diamond Awards
luxurytravelmagazine.com
Mexico's four all-inclusive Velas Resorts have earned a total of 26 AAA Diamonds for 2011. The properties are located in three of Mexico's top beach destinations, Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit.
October in Vallarta Delivers Tons of Fun!
 PVNN
Who says that there's nothing to do in Puerto Vallarta in October? No matter what your interests are, Puerto Vallarta is always ready to entertain, and this month's calendar is filled with a wide variety of activities and events that will keep everyone amused.
Lorena Ochoa Promotes Riviera Nayarit as Golf Destination
 RivieraNayarit.com
During her recent appearance at El Tigre Golf & Country Club, Lorena Ochoa, the number one Mexican golfer in the world, described Riviera Nayarit as a privileged destination with extraordinary golf courses, but more importantly, as a place with friendly people who offer high-quality services.
El Centro Histórico: Home of the artWalk
 Carolina Orozco
One of the most important and popular cultural events in Puerto Vallarta, the annual Art Walk, begins its 2010-2011 season on October 27, 2010 and ends on May 25, 2011 with 14 participating galleries offering exhibition/cocktails every Wednesday from 6 until 10 pm.
Mexico's Hedonistic Haven
 Si Si Penaloza
Two hours south of Puerto Vallarta, Costa Careyes is a leggy, little kiss of paradise – a fresh, nubile supermodel hidden in the Mexican travel monologue of overworked milkmaids.
Resorts Celebrate 10-10-10 with Discounts
 Clara Bosonetto
Get ready for a flurry of fun 10-10-10 promotions and incentives - especially from the travel industry. The deals run the gamut, but the common denominator is you can only book them through 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 10.
PEACE Classic Vallarta Home Tours
 Astrid van Dam
Join PEACE as they expand south from Nayarit and launch their exciting new Classic Vallarta Home Tour this fall. Tours depart every Tuesday at 10 am, November 23rd through April 5th from Plaza Romy located at Ignacio L. Vallarta #228 in the Romantic Zone.
Best Mexican Vacations: 2010 Puerto Vallarta is #1
 Travel.USNews.com
Mexico is an exceptionally varied country. The reputation of its border towns often overshadows the attraction its thriving beach destinations offer. A prime example is Puerto Vallarta, which was ranked the #1 'Best Mexican Vacations for 2010' in a recent U.S. News Travel poll.
Culinary Jam Session: A Night of Friends for Friends
 Lourdes Bizarro
If you're into fabulous food, marvelous music and charitable causes, start making plans to attend this year's Puerto Vallarta Culinary Jam Session on Sunday, October 24th at the Marriott CasaMagna Resort. Proceeds from the $600 pesos tickets will be divided equally among four local charities.
Many Travel to Mexico Despite Bad Reputation
 Ole
US and Canadian media are having a field day scaring their citizens into avoiding Mexico, despite the fact that the Mexican “Drug War” is a battle fought far from the most popular tourist destinations, like Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Huatulco, Guadalajara, Mexico City and others.
Riviera Maya Gears Up for Second Annual Culinary Event
 TasteOfPlaya.com
Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya’s international culinary event, has once again attracted the attention of the region’s many talented chefs and restaurateurs. Scheduled for November 21 in Playa del Carmen’s Parque Fundadores, the event will feature over 40 restaurants and beverage providers.
Botanical Gardens Rated #3 Puerto Vallarta Attraction
 Douglas Lenox
The US News & World Report online travel guide recently listed Vallarta Botanical Gardens as the 3rd 'Best Attraction' in Puerto Vallarta, which was listed as the number one destination in 'Best Mexican Vacations: 2010,' surpassing other popular destinations such as Mexico City and Cancun.
Mexico Road Safety Update
 Dorothy and Bill Bell
Many American and Canadian snowbirds are trying to decide whether or not to drive to their place in the Mexican sun this winter. As experts on Mexico road travel, we understand many of your concerns about driving and vacationing in Mexico, so here are the answers to many of your questions.
Day of the Dead Package at Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Mexico
 TravelVideo.tv
TravelVideo.tvIn celebration of Mexico’s Day of the Dead (October 31st – November 2nd), Grand Velas Riviera Maya features a Day of the Dead, or Dia de Los Muertos (in Spanish), package that includes admission to the popular Xcaret Natural Park traditional Day of the Dead festivities.
Mexico Rated 14th Best Destination for Conventions
 PromovisionPV.com
According to the International Association of Congress and Conventions, Mexico is rated #14 worldwide as the leading tourism meeting destination. The average expenditure by international convention tourists in Mexico for July was $427 USD, an increase of 11.9% when compared to 2009.
Puerto Vallarta Receives Crystal Award From Apple Vacations as "Best Destination"
 PVNN
In an emotional ceremony in Chicago, Illinois, on September 14th, Apple Vacations presented their Crystal Award for the 'Best Destination, 2010' to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - winning over other nominees, including Riviera Maya, Huatulco and Hawaiian Islands vacation destinations.
Puerto Vallarta ProMusica Announces Opera Tours to Guadalajara
 Patrick Harrison
For twelve various weekends starting October 8 through May 13, Puerto Vallarta ProMusica and Superior Tours Vallarta are offering 2 days / 1 night tours to Guadalajara to enjoy New York's Metropolitan Opera live broadcasts at the beautiful Teatro Diana or a Tlaquepaque shopping tour.
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