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 Mexico's Monarch Butterfly Migration in Heavy Decline
 Duncan Tucker
The number of Monarch butterflies migrating to central Mexico has plummeted by 59 percent in the last year, according to the annual census released earlier this month. Illegal logging, the use of herbicides and climate change are all thought to have contributed to the issue.
Easter Joy: Mexico's Coastal Towns Rock with Visitors
 Tara A. Spears
It’s a seasonal debate: should I stay through Easter or return home north of the border to avoid the crowds? Personally, I enjoy the vibrant atmosphere that the vacationing Mexican families bring to Jaltemba Bay.
Capoeira Art Festival Returns to Riviera Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
For the second consecutive year, Riviera Nayarit has attracted the great capoeira masters, who will offer workshops, baptism ceremonies, rodas, and the culture of this popular and rhythmic martial art in San Francisco (aka San Pancho) from March 21st through 24th, 2013.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens Wins Top 10 Garden Award
 BanderasNews.com
On March 19, 2013, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens were named a 'Top 10 North American Garden Worth Travelling For in 2013' by an international jury made up of garden tourism leaders from Canada, the US, and Europe at the Garden Tourism Conference in Toronto.
Aeromexico Announces New Flights To Promote Mexico
 Murry Page
Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, strengthened its service to and from Southern Baja California to promote the attractions featured by each of the state’s regions and increase the number of domestic and international tourists it serves through its connection network.
VRTC to Promote Puerto Vallarta to US Hispanics
 portada-online.com
Latin American based agencies often help Latin American - especially Mexican - clients to reach U.S. Hispanics. VRTC, a Houston, Texas headquartered agency with offices in Los Angeles and Mexico City, was recently selected as the AOR for Puerto Vallarta in the United States.
Whales Find a Safe Place to Breed on Mexico's Coast
 FoxNews.com
Gray whales have found a safe place to breed on Mexico's coast, where programs have been implemented to try to bring the marine mammals back from the brink of extinction. These programs have led to annual increases in gray whale numbers on the coast of Baja California.
Savory Saturdays at the Old Town Farmers' Market
 Erin Staley
If you're looking for something that'll tantalize your taste buds, then head over to the Old Town Farmers' Market this Saturday. You'll find all sorts of edible delights as well as two Vallarta favorites: House of Indian Curry's cuisine and Zumo-Fresh's 100% natural fruit juices.
Meanwhile, South of the Border, Spring Breakers Return
 Rosemary McClure
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is making a comeback with the spring break crowd, according to statistics compiled by Kayak.com. 'We looked at more than 1 billion searches and found Puerto Vallarta stood out as a trending destination,' said Jessica Casano-Anonellis, Kayak spokesperson.
Have You Been to the La Cruz Sunday Market?
 Landon Hollander
If you haven't had a chance to visit the Cooperativa Huanacaxtle Sunday Market at Marina Riviera Nayarit's Mercado del Mar, you'd better hurry because this astonishing Market closes during the low season (after Semanas Santa and Pascua) and won't return until late Fall.
Bikers & Bugambilia at Vallarta Botanical Gardens
 Banderas News Team
In anticipation of the first-ever Puerto Vallarta Bougainvillea Festival this May, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens will be hosting Bikers and Bugambilia, a fun-filled event sponsored by the PV Garden Club and No Way José! Restaurant, on Thursday, March 21st from noon to 5 pm.
Mexico a Sun-Soaked Retirement Option for Canadians
 Paola Loriggio
Dwindling pension benefits are forcing many Canadians to rethink how they’ll spend their golden years, but that doesn’t necessarily mean giving up dreams of a sun-soaked retirement. Experts say that with proper planning, uprooting to an exotic locale can stretch retirement dollars.
Orchid Poachers Threaten Vallarta's Biodiversity
 Robert Price
Mexico, the world's third most biodiverse country, boasts well over 1200 different native orchid species. Sadly, many of these natives are being plundered to the point of extinction and brazenly sold in a thriving black market for illegally collected wildlife.
March Madness at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens
 Stephen Clay
Vallarta Botanical Gardens is celebrating Spring with March Madness! In addition to the 20 acres of native tropical plants and flowering trees, there are many upcoming events you won't want to miss, including a Psychic Fair & Spring Equinox celebration on March 20th.
Azteca New Year's Celebration in Puerto Vallarta
 Suzy Chaffee
Everyone is invited to join in the Azteca New Year's Celebration on Monday, March 11th at 10:30 pm at Parque Hidalgo on the North end of the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Come experience the ancient ceremonies that include dancing, drumming, and singing.
Dad Says Mistakes Caused $22k Phone Bill in Mexico
 Big News Network
A Canadian man said he was billed nearly $22,000 for data amassed by his 11-year-old son on a phone during a trip to Mexico, but he'll only have to pay $500. His son ended up confined to the family's hotel room with a bad sunburn, so he passed the time on his father's phone.
Vallarta Gay Business Working Group's First Forum
 BanderasNews.com
Puerto Vallarta gay business owners and representatives of businesses that cater to the LGBT community held their first forum on Monday, March 6th. Their collective goal is to increase the city's share of Mexico's estimated $5.6 billion dollar GLBT tourism sector.
The Joy of Locking Eyes With a Great White Shark
 Telegraph.com
Ocean Ramsey, a shark conservationist based in Oahu, Hawaii has swam with great white sharks in the waters of Baja, Mexico. She believes a hands-on approach with her subject is necessary to convince people that sharks are not the vicious creatures portrayed in films.
Semana Santa: Mexico's Passionate Celebration of Easter
 Lorena Sonrisas
Tourism authorities estimate that one out of every five Mexicans - around 20 million people - will travel during the upcoming Easter holidays, and Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular beach destinations for nationals looking for a few days of fun-in-the-sun.
Mexico and US Prepare for Third Uniting Nations Cup
 PV Guide
The largest golf course operator in Mexico will be hosting the 3rd annual Uniting Nations Cup, at the picturesque Mayan Palace golf resort in Puerto Penasco. The Uniting Nations Cup is a competition with 80 top-notch amateur golfers from Mexico and the United States.
 One Million Americans in Mexico Can’t All Be Wrong
 International Living
Reports are that approximately one million Americans live in Mexico. While it’s hard to verify that number, it’s not hard to imagine that it’s true. Some work and some spend the winter in the country's warmer climes, but many have moved there to enjoy their retirement years.
Puerto Vallarta Warmly Welcomes LGBT Visitors
 Sue-Ann Levy
Gay Puerto Vallarta is showing no signs of slowing down. More and more tours, hotels, bars, and restaurants are actively courting the gay community - like Diana's Tours, a gay day-cruise run by Diana DeCoste who, after more than 10 years, has developed a loyal following.
Puerto Vallarta's Hotel Rosita Turns 65 This Year
 Bob Schulman
In the lobby of the Hotel Rosita in Puerto Vallarta there's a mural of what this Mexican beach resort looked like when the hotel was built in 1948. Not much there, a church, some homes scattered on hillsides, the Rosita, and a short cobblestone walkway to an arcaded plaza.
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.
No Way Jose! Hosts Bugambilia Festival Kick-Off Party
 Patrick Harrison
Award winning restaurant No Way José! is thrilled to serve as the official 'Welcome Restaurant of the Puerto Vallarta Bugambilia Festival.' In celebration of this long anticipated event, they will be hosting a special festival kick-off party on Wednesday, March 6th.
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.
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.
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