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A High Class Fashion Show The fashion show organized by Liverpool and the Red Cross, was held on Friday, May 3rd at 6:00 p.m. At the beach of the Hotel Peninsula Flamingos in Nuevo Vallarta. The President of the Red Cross Maria Fernanda Tron welcomed this important event and thanked Liverpool and their people for their assistance and support.
Casamagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Hosts International Festival Of Altruism Event to Raise Funds for Twenty Four Local Charities The CasaMagna Marriott Resort Puerto Vallarta and Kelly Trainor, the American Consular Agent are teaming up to host the  9th  International Festival of Altruism on May 5th, 2013.
Puerto Vallarta 2013 International Triathalon The International Triathalon 2013 was performed on April 28th, at Puerto Vallarta in the facilities of the Maritime Terminal in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, where within a framework of enthusiasm, was attended by over 1,000 competitors.        
For The Love of Maria Bonita A gala night with music, song, poetry and dance in harmonious splendor.  A Special Guest Presentation by renowned pianist Salvatore on this coming Friday evening, May 3, 2013.        
Intelligent and with a Big Heart - Scott Breitag A great human being, who's photographic talent has made many children happy in Vallarta.   The professional photographer shares with us, his most exciting photographic experiences, from his voyages by sea, to the fascinating underwater world.
Harkness Institute Founders Day Celebration! On Saturday, April 27th the Harkness Institute is celabrating Founders Day with a gala event on the beach in Bucerias!  Come enjoy the food, fun and help support the future of our young people!
Cinemex CineMex has the finest in Quality movies.  The Magic of Cinema. Ironman 3 in 3D Premier Showing on April 26 at 00:01 Cinemex Gallerias
PLAZA CARACOL IS GRACED WITH THE PRESENCE OF THE ACTOR ENRIQUE GUZMAN ENRIQUE GUZMAN ACTOR RECEIVES 5 AWARDS IN PUERTO VALLARTA
Fragments of the Inland Sea And The Grandeur Of The Image Homenaje Trayectoria presents the photo exhibition of Mr Scott Breitag,and Murray Billet
Keeping it Fresh at Vallarta´s Old Town Farmers´ Market While you're enjoying Semana Santa in sunny Puerto Vallarta, be sure to include the Old Town Farmers' Market in your adventures. As a favorite weekend attraction, this "make it, bake it, grow it" Market delivers the freshest homegrown and handcrafted artisan products for national and international shoppers.
Interactive Plaques Adorn City Sculptures As part of a series of strategies that have been developed to boost tourism in downtown Puerto Vallarta, Luis Angarita Mayorga, Deputy Chief Operating Officer of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, Carlos Gerard Guzman, Director of the Municipal Tourism Office have completed a new initiative to promote the sculptures on the Malecon.
Casa Magna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA offers a career opportunity to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds In February the CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA finished successfully the training of the sixth generation of young participants of the educational program Youth Career Initiative (YCI).
Seapal, Puerto Vallarta Hosts a Successful World Water Event "Intends to renew and strengthen the culture of water" Cesar Abarca, Director General of Seapal, announced in the Water Week.
Honors to the Sheraton Hotel Associates   NOMINATIONS FOR BEST ACTORS The Sheraton Hotel presented its associates with Awards and Oscars during an exclusive celebration in one of the luxurious halls of the Hotel. On March 21, 2013 an exclusive awards ceremony was held at the Sheraton Hotel Buganvilias in Puerto Vallarta, which was attended by many renowned hotel "personalities".
Speed & Splash on the Bay!!!     THE PREMIER INTERNATIONAL SURFING IN SAYULITA The Fourth Annual Punta Sayulita Longboard & SUP Classic 2013, was a full and exciting competition, people enjoyed watching the competitors fighting with the ocean waves to obtain the first place for the award with a beautiful view bay.
Semana Santa in Puerto Vallarta Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week, is one of the most popular holidays in Mexico, second perhaps only to Christmas in terms of reverance and participation. For 2013, Semana Santa falls between March 24th and March 31st, however the children get two weeks off from school, so you can expect Puerto Vallarta to be busy the week after Easter too.  
The rising of a Gourmet Chef: Alice & Luca, a passion overseas. "To become a Gourmet Chef you need will, perseverance, a lot of practice throughout a long training, and the courage of making experiments picking up the best of different culinary experiences and traditions. But the secret ingredient, the spice which gives an unequivocal flavor to everything a great chef does is his/her strong passion!".
Sheraton Bugambilias Hotel Event "Made With Love" The Staff of Made With Love With the Winners
Orlando Cano Gómez, (Public Choice)
And Carlos Carrizales (Judges Choice)
 -- Held For The First Time In Puerto Vallarta, the International Canadian Event "Made With Love".  Was a Tremendous Success.
An Interview with the Director of the Avant Garde Dental Dr. Adrian Octavio Gonzalez Lomeli, Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS)
Graduated from the University of Guadalajara, Jalisco I was greeted by Dr. Octavio in a very careful and with greater willingness to answer my interview, he looked a little tired, but still decided to assist me and answer my questions.
Vallarta Consular Agency The Consular Agency also performs notarials and receives applications for U.S. passports and consular reports of birth abroad (CRBAs). Passport and CRBA applications are forwarded to the U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara (the Consular Agency's supervisory post) for processing. Kelly Trainor has been the Consular Agent since November 1998. She is assisted by a staff of three employees. U.S. Consular Agency in Puerto Vallarta

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Came the first vacationers to Puerto Vallarta

Came the first vacationers to Puerto Vallarta

  The presence of visitors was evident on the beaches, in the center and along the waterfront on Saturday, thousands of tourists paraded through the malls and supermarkets stocked up on food and drinks to enjoy the splendid weather we experienced... Read more

Give the right way to vehicles…

Give the right way to vehicles in both bypass Tunnels Luis Donaldo Colosio

After monitoring the Municipal Transit Deputy Jesús José Rodríguez Campoy  and Civil Protection holder's Sergio Ramirez, finally opened to the passage of the nearly 60,000 vehicles that circulate daily for this important pathway At 3:30 on Saturday March 23 was the opening of the two tunnels that are part of the... Read more

Our Life Project

Our Life Project

  What a pleasure to reach you through this medium and share a theme rather than allows us to see the importance of having our life project. A mediocre man living with illusions A successful man has clear goals A successful search results because it is visible after a great purpose. When writing a general... Read more

CADI'S celebrate their festivals by early…

CADI'S celebrate their festivals by early spring

  CADI'S celebrate their festivals by early spring Currently working on remodeling some rooms for safety and comfort of small as well as the purchase of teaching materials As has become a tradition in the DIF Puerto Vallarta, seven Care Centers and Child Development (CADI'S) celebrated the arrival of spring with colorful festivals... Read more

Toronto Maple Leafs finally beat Boston…

Toronto Maple Leafs finally beat Boston Bruins

  TORONTO -- A smile creased Frazer McLaren's face at his locker stall, but the tell-tale scars of past stitches were hard to miss. The super-sized Toronto Maple Leafs enforcer registered a different knockout blow of sorts Saturday night, making the most of his five minutes 41 seconds of playing time by... Read more

Honduras vs Mexico: Score, Grades and…

Honduras vs Mexico: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

  Mexico looked determined not to deliver another disappointing result in the Hexagonal at the start of its match against Honduras, but El Tri gave away a two-goal lead and the game ended in a 2-2 draw. After playing Jamaica to a 0-0 draw at Azteca last month, the Mexicans needed to... Read more

The Crown of Our Lady of…

The Crown of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish

    After finishing the main tower of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in 1952, the path was laid to finally finish the original designs Priest Rafael Parra Castillo had envisioned, these included a crown he designed on top of the tallest tower. This original concrete crown was placed on top of... Read more

The Mexican Guadalupe Nettel wins…

The Mexican Guadalupe Nettel  wins Short Narrative Story Award  in Spain

   Guadalupe Nettel The text 'Natural Histories' by Guadalupe Nettel, won the Ribera del Duero, one of the most important in the genre of story The manuscript natural Stories of the Mexican writer Guadalupe Nettel (Mexico City, 1973) was imposed to 862 stories from 24 countries participated in the III International Short Story... Read more

Business partners support the promotion Vallarta-Rivera

Business partners support the promotion Vallarta-Rivera

   The Tourism Tianguis made ​​in Puebla proved fruitful for the region. The participation of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit at the tourist market held in Puebla enabled both delegations reinforce the joint promotion of the region and confirm arrangements with trading partners, who strongly support the promotion this year. The presidents... Read more

Over a thousand police officers Collaborate…

Over a thousand police officers Collaborate in Operation Easter and Passover

  Easter and Passover Operating in Puerto Vallarta 2013 will be held  with over a thousand police officers. Various agencies of the three levels of government are in constant communication. It will involve the Navy, Army, State Civil Protection, Ministry  Health of State and municipal offices. Start on Friday March 23 and... Read more

Start the week of the water

Start the week of the water

  The director of Seapal Vallarta was received by the children,to start the Water week. Joy and water conservation message echoed yesterday in Lions Club elementary school, where the Director of General System  Drinking Water, Drainage System (Seapal Vallarta), César Ignacio Abarca Gutiérrez led the opening morning of Water Week in Schools. Accompanied... Read more

The first ideas of the Secretary…

The first ideas of the Secretary of Tourism

  Mr. Enrique Ramos Flores Secretary of Tourism, Government of Jalisco As he took office, Enrique Ramos Flores, new Secretary of Tourism, Government of Jalisco, said what he has in mind  respect to Puerto Vallarta. The first issue was attracting more flights. He is aware of the problem of reduced international and domestic flights, for... Read more

They expect more than 600 companies…

They expect more than 600 companies from 41 countries Tourism Tianguis

  Rafael Moreno Valle, Claudia Ruiz Massieu and Rodolfo Lopez Negrete led a press conference yesterday. The Ministry of Tourism of the Federal Government and the Government of the State of Puebla, announced that everything is ready for the development of the Mexico Tourism Tianguis in its 2013 edition, to be held... Read more

MLT Vacations Offers New Air Capacity…

MLT Vacations Offers New Air Capacity and Resorts in Mexico

  Today at the annual Mexican tourism event, Tianguis Turistico in Puebla, MLT Vacations announced an increase in its airline partners’ non-stop capacity and the addition of new resorts to its Mexican product offerings. Delta Air Lines is adding non-stop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. Aeromexico is... Read more

More responsible information is needed…

More  responsible information is needed on tourism industry

  LOCAL - Luis Reyes Brambila, during his speech.PHOTO: FERNANDO GONZALEZ Under the Second International Journalists held in the region for three days, the director of Grupo Editorial Vallarta Opina, Luis Reyes Brambila, presented the keynote address "35 years of journalism in the region", in which the speaker shared with a select... Read more

Enrique Ramos Flores, the new secretary…

Enrique Ramos Flores, the new secretary of tourism Jalisco

  LOCAL-The new Secretary of Tourism of Jaliscois committed to supporting PuertoVallarta. Enrique Ramos Flores is the new Secretary of Tourism of Jalisco (Setujal) in state administration headed by Aristotle Sandoval Diaz, that, after the murder of Jesus Gallegos Alvarez. This Friday, the state governor, Aristotle Sandoval swore in businessman Jesus... Read more

Social networks, protagonists of information and…

Social networks, protagonists of information and promotion of tourism

[LOCAL] Gabriel Torres Espinoza, Karina Macias and Pedro Miguel, yesterday while participating in the table on the pale analysis of the media inthe current context of Mexico. The II International Meeting of Journalists Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit has allowed leave out the importance of social networks in daily life of Mexicans and,... Read more

SAT announces free tax workshops

SAT announces free tax workshops

Gabriela Lepe Quiroz , SAT local administering reported that "started" on Thursday March 14 at 4 pm with the theme of the 2012 annual statement of individuals, a general theme with different regimes required to file annual return: fees, intermediate lease. On March 15, the topic will be on the "Ponte... Read more

Instructors are certified in Public Safety

Instructors are certified in Public Safety

In order to provide participants with a methodology that helps them improve their skills as instructors, on-site fire station, were taught elements of Public Safety, both operating as Transit, Civil Protection and Fire, a 80-hour course to certify as trainers (CPI). The course consisted of nine lessons, namely:1. - Introduction2. -... Read more

Against the heritage of Vallartenses

Against the heritage of Vallartenses

Clearly, we live for tourism. It is also clear that our main attraction, after the manner of being of the inhabitants, is the landscape. There are hundreds and thousands of beaches and mountains, but here is something to see what nature has given us. Those who visit us come and pay... Read more

Business opposition to the return of…

Business opposition to the return of the billboards

According to the entrepreneurs surveyed, including several hotels, the spectacular return of the strip billboards would represent a step backwards in the visual image that Puerto Vallarta offers to  the national and international tourism reaching the destination. Entrepreneurs, citizens and authorities said: it is a contradiction to allow the return of... Read more

Authorities Asked not to fall into…

Authorities Asked not to fall into  virtual kidnappings

In recent weeks it has filed several complaints of extortion phone in this language and with local authorities, however, many more go unreported by affected persons, whether or not they have fallen into the deception. In recent weeks it has filed several complaints of extortion telephone In These journalistic offices and... Read more

 
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Puerto Vallarta, among MOST popular destinations for Easter

Puerto Vallarta, among MOST popular destinations for Easter

Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit are on the list of the five most popular destinations during the upcoming Easter holiday and Passover, according to the trends identified by the tourist and commercial sectors of the country from next week will gradually increase...

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Muelle de los muertos

Muelle de los muertos

It is located on a beach well known for its tradition and culture. This has become a characteristic symbol of the city between 1960 and 1970. was  woodenvery and simple , but by the needs of the development of Puerto Vallarta  the place was built of concrete, ...

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Postcard from Laura: March important in Mexico's history

Postcard from Laura: March important in Mexico's history

    “Cultures Connected Through Music”
by Oscar Romero, given by the Highland Park Sister Cities
Foundation to Puerto Vallarta city officials in 2010.. Chicago did not get the predicted heavy snowfall, but it was...

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American Exports: Chivas Guadalajara breaking their own rule for US U-20 Juan Pablo Ocegueda

American Exports: Chivas Guadalajara breaking their own rule for US U-20 Juan Pablo Ocegueda

      GUADALAJARA, Mexico – An historic exception is being made for US Under-20 international Juan Pablo Ocegueda, who is set to train at Chivas de Guadalajara in the build up to June’s U-20 World Cup. The club confirmed to MLSsoccer.com on Monday that the 19-year-old left back is currently on loan at the Chivas institution from Liga MX club Tigres UANL, but...

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Honduras vs Mexico March 22, 2013

Honduras vs Mexico March 22, 2013

  Honduras National Soccer Team faces off against Mexico tomorrow Friday the 22nd of March 2013 in San Pedro Sula, Honduras at 3:00 PM Honduras Time (5:00 PM New York Time). So yes, this Honduras vs Mexico is a qualifying match for Honduras to get to the world cup in Brazil in 2014. We all thought that our match vs the USA on February 6th was the key game of the CONCACAF...

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XVIII Puerto Vallarta Int'l Sports Classic

XVIII Puerto Vallarta Int'l Sports Classic

May 17 - 19, 2013
Presented by: CanadaOne Foundation & V3 "Mexican Sports Vacation Serves Whole Enchilada":

With summer nearing its end, many Canadians start dreaming of warmer climes. Here in Vancouver, we never stopped. After this mostly miserable season, I think we all owe David Duchovny a big apology. Vancouverite Howard Kelsey doesn’t have to dream. He’ll be back in...

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Sexy Mexican Lawmaker in Trouble for Revealing Miniskirt

Sexy Mexican Lawmaker in Trouble for Revealing Miniskirt

One of the members of Mexico’s House of Representatives has aroused the concerns of her fellow lawmakers, thanks to her choice in clothing…or lack thereof. Photos of Crystal Tovar Aragón, a 23-year federal congresswoman, wearing a revealing short skirt created a stir in the Mexican media and on social media sites, prompting a fellow congressman to call on Mexican media outlets to behave respectfully...

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Presence of Killer Whales, Common Phenomenon that Should not Alarm

Presence of Killer Whales, Common Phenomenon that Should not Alarm

The presence of killer whales in the Bay of Banderas, is a common phenomenon that is repeated every year especially during winter, but they can be seen at any time, mainly in search of food including fish, turtles, mantas, dolphins and during the This winter, humpback whales, making these shores the passageway, so this should not be cause for alarm, said marine biologist María Eugenia Rodríguez Vázquez,...

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The Congress of Puerto Vallarta Approves to Correct the Overtime Pay

The Congress of Puerto Vallarta Approves to Correct the Overtime Pay

The State Congress approved today correct state revenue law of Puerto Vallarta, on the overtime pay which was printed in the official newspaper of Jalisco with a "finger error". In addition to the high increase of the operating licenses and restrictions, overtime rates were cause discomfort to the owners of restaurants, bars, and warehouses, who considered such amounts as unaffordable

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Live the Excitement of a Great Catch! (by Camera or Hook!)

Live the Excitement of a Great Catch! (by Camera or Hook!)

The time for whale watching is upon us! Take the time to see and feel the love from the largest mammals on earth At Vallarta Today we pride ourselves in our responsibility to let you know who has the best tours that you can trust to make your vacation fun and safe. Mike's Fishing & Tours, is a company dedicated to sport fishing and various tours on the Banderas Bay, Boasting a fleet of seven...

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Fashion Show By Liverpool To Benefit The Red Cross

Fashion Show By Liverpool  To Benefit The Red Cross

On Tuesday April 29th a press conference was held at the restaurant in Liverpool.

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CINCO DE MAYO - Jorge Acosta Concert On Paradise Stage

CINCO DE MAYO - Jorge Acosta Concert On Paradise Stage

Two of Banderas Bay's most up and coming musicians are joining forces for a unique evening of entertainment AND an opportunity to support CompassioNet Impact. This evening is a celebration of the annual calendar event of Cinco de Mayo, which sees countless Latino cultural celebrations across the Americas.

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Dressing For Success When You Fly

Dressing For Success When You Fly

  Improve your chances of a free upgrade by dressing the part when flying. Wearing a business suit can mean the difference between staying in economy class -- or getting bumped up to the first-class cabin. When a friend of mine recently checked in for a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver, he was surprised when the Air Canada gate agent handed him a first-class boarding...

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Growth of 400% in Selling Online Tourism

Growth of 400% in Selling Online Tourism

The tourist business on the Internet is one of the fastest growing segments registered in the past two years. Booking.com Only the Dutch company, which is the company that moves tourists annually worldwide, has achieved a growth of 400 percent. This was emphasized by Edmundo Ramirez, director of Accounts for Hotels, based in Mexico City for the whole region of the continent, who noted that the trend...

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Global Meetings Industry in Mexico is Booming

Global Meetings Industry in Mexico is Booming

Mexico’s meetings and conventions industry is not just about the unique experience it brings to attendees. Among the key factors that Mexico seeks in promoting the industry is to look for local economic development for each market destination. In Queretaro, for example, a new convention center was recently opened in response to the increasing demand of aerospace organizations looking for convenient...

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Came the first vacationers to Puerto Vallarta

  The presence of visitors was evident on the beaches, in the center and along the waterfront on Saturday, thousands of tourists paraded through the malls and supermarkets stocked...

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Mexico's president gathers power, pushes reform

  MEXICO CITY (AP) — New President Enrique Pena Nieto has been fast out of the blocks in attacking some of Mexico's toughest issues in a country often stymied by monopolies and...

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Sales are increased during long weekend

  LOCAL - The tourists who come to enjoy the city for the long weekend,
before the arrival of spring breaker. Service providers and city traders expect an increase in sales...

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Canadians to cut the lights for Earth Hour

Canadians to cut the lights for Earth Hour

  A woman takes photographs along the Stanley Park seawall after
many downtown buildings turned their lights off during Earth Hour
in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday March 31, 2012.   TORONTO - Canadians will be joining millions of others around the globe to mark Earth Hour this evening. The World Wildlife Fund, the driving force behind Earth Hour, says 13-million...

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How a Registered Nurse Finally Found Relief for Her Joints

How a Registered Nurse Finally Found Relief for Her Joints

    A re you suffering from poor joint support? Do your knees, hips, elbows, and hands cry out in discomfort? How often do your joints slow you down or stop you dead in your tracks? Elaine Simmons from Massachusetts recently faced a major problem…severe discomfort in her left knee. A registered nurse for 40 years—and a serious tap dancer in her spare time—Elaine...

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Alberta hospitals remove hand-sanitizer bottles after man's 2010 death

Alberta hospitals remove hand-sanitizer bottles after man's 2010 death

  A news reporter holds a bottle of hand sanitizer at a news
conference,in this 2009 file photo   CALGARY -- The death of a man in an RCMP cell in southern Alberta has changed the way hand sanitizer is provided in hospitals. Mounties took a drunken Kurt Kraus to the Vulcan Hospital in May 2010 and a doctor determined it was safe for him to be taken to a cell in...

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