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Mexico Hotel Occupancy Increases in 2012
 Banderas News Team
Mexico's Tourism Secretariate reported that the country's top 70 destinations all posted increases in the number of reserved hotel rooms during the January through April period this year. Puerto Vallarta posted an impressive 20.6 percent increase from the same period in 2011.
Los Mangos Library Mexican Fiesta Benefit
 Irene Johnson
Puerto Vallarta's public library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, will hold its 1st Mexican Fiesta on May 19th at 7 pm. You'll enjoy music and dance performances, traditional Mexican food and drinks, Mexican bingo, games, prizes, photo shoots, and more - all for a good cause!
Mexico's Wind Industry Energy Boom
 David Alire Garcia
Mexico, the world's 14th biggest economy, still punches well below its weight in its use of wind energy, ranking 24th on the planet in terms of production of this renewable resource last year. By the end of 2012, Mexico expects to jump to number 20 on the list.
 Restaurant Week 2012 at Kaiser Maximilian
 Laura Gelezunas
This month, Kaiser Maximilian is celebrating 17 years of bistro-style dining in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, so in addition to participating in Vallarta Restaurant Week, they'll be serving their special three-course menu for lunch and dinner for $299 peso through June 15th.
Sir Paul Plays Free Show for 250,000 Fans
 Banderas News Team
Paul McCartney performed a special free Mother's Day concert in Mexico City before an estimated 250,000 people last Thursday. The soon to be 70 year old legend played 40 songs from his entire career, including some of The Beatles greatest hits during the three hour event.
 Asian Fusion Cuisine at Archie's Wok
 Legendary Cuisine Since 1986
Are you in the mood for something more than just chips, guacamole and margaritas? Head on over to Archie’s Wok on Puerto Vallarta's south side for some bold and innovative cuisine influenced by the exotic flavors of Thailand, China, and the Philippines.
Wind Festival 2012: Kitesurfing in Bucerias
 Marie Callan
Kitesurfers from all over Mexico are ready to hit the beaches of Riviera Nayarit as they prepare for three days of spectacular kitesurfing during the 2012 Wind Festival. Competitions will take place on the waters between Bucerías and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle from May 18-20.
Baby Boomers Opt for Vallarta Retirement
 RonMorgan.net
According to a recent GfK (Growth from Knowledge) custom research survey, almost half of the oldest baby boomers have already retired. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is one of the most popular destinations for retirees to live full-time or part-time in the world.
Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy Opens in June
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Offering six world-class golf courses, Riviera Nayarit is one of the preferred destinations among golfers. And now, Grupo Vidanta, Mexico's leading resort and golf course developer, has announced the grand opening of a new Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy in late June of 2012.
House Hunters International Screening Event
 Polly G. Vicars
Hollywood is coming to Puerto Vallarta on May 28th, as Timothy Real Estate Group presents a local screening of the PV episode of House Hunters International - complete with red carpets, celebrity sightings and live entertainment - to raise money for three Vallarta charities.
Vallarta's Festival Cultural de Mayo
 Lorena Sonrisas
From May 15-31, 2012 Puerto Vallarta will commemorate its 94th anniversary as a city and 44th as a municipality during the Festival Cultural de Mayo, a celebration that includes cultural events, live performances, film screenings, photo and art exhibitions, parades and fireworks.
Experience The River Café for Restaurant Week
 Dino Deramee'
Every year the month of May brings Vallarta Lifestyle's Restaurant Week to the Banderas Bay area. The event is in it's eighth year and an unprecedented 45 of the finest restaurants from around the Bay of Banderas will be participating. None finer than The River Café.
Older Homes Open the Doors to Creativity
 Laura Gelezunas
There are many joys associated with purchasing a new home in Mexico, but exploring the possibilities of an older house opens the doors to creativity. We talk with Anita Dabbs, a real estate agent with Ron Morgan Properties in Bucerías, who specializes in buying and selling older Mexican homes.
Expats in Vallarta May Events
 Sara Wise
This month, Expats in Vallarta will be having their Happy Hour gathering on Tuesday, May 15th at Langostino’s on Los Muertos Beach from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. In addition to their Happy Hour they also have Wine and Appetizer evenings scheduled at various homes around the bay.
'I Break for Gringos' Movie Filming Begins May 14
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
The filming of 'I Brake for Gringos' is scheduled to begin in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on May 14th. Being chosen as the location for the movie's filming solidifies the seaside city's position as an ideal spot for the production of short films, movies and popular soap operas.
Time to Eat! Vallarta Restaurant Week
 May 15-31, 2012
Every year from May 15-31, dining out in Puerto Vallarta is not only more fun, but also more affordable! For the eighth year in a row, Vallarta Restaurant Week offers you the chance to dine at some of the Banderas Bay region's most recognized restaurants at savings of up to 50%!
Record International Air Travel Expected
 Banderas News Team
Airlines for America, the industry trade association for the leading US airlines, reported that passengers can expect full flights this summer, thanks in part to a record number of people traveling internationally and an improving economy.
Saturdays at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Without a doubt, the 'must do' activity on a Saturday morning is a visit to the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market. In addition to seeing everyone you know, you will experience a bit of sensory overload as you make the circuit of all the goodies being offered.
European Manufacturers Turning to Mexico
 Banderas News Team
The credibility of Mexico's manufacturing sector has moved up in global ranks and more European manufacturers are using Mexico as a manufacturing platform to service North America. As a result, hundreds of international companies have made big investments in Mexico.
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