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Only the Finest at Los Mercados
Gary R. Beck

Los Mercados offers a distinguished approach to shopping on the South Side of Puerto Vallarta. Much like a fine art gallery, upon entering this large building turned into a two-story grouping of fine shops, immediately the visitor sees quality wherever the eyes are drawn.

Puerto Vallarta New Year's Eve Party Guide
PVNN

Whether you choose to listen to live music, enjoy fine food, drink some champagne, dance the night away - or all of the above, Puerto Vallarta is the ideal place for those in search of the perfect New Year's Eve party - and you'll find everything you need to know right here on BanderasNews.

Galleria Dante: PV's Largest & Most Eclectic Art Gallery
PVNN

Puerto Vallarta’s largest and most eclectic art gallery, Galleria Dante, resides in an old hacienda and sculpture garden on Basilio Badillo in Old Town. Now in its 15th year, this 6000 sq. ft. gallery features original paintings and sculptures by more than 50 Mexican and International artists.

Superstar-DJs Hosting 3-Day Long Lesbian Party In Vallarta
Melanie Nathan

Billed as one of the largest gatherings of lesbians in Mexico, Vallarta Girl is kicking off with a bang as celebrities and world class DJs flock to this famous fishing village from throughout North America. (Friday, February 18th, to Monday the 21st, 2011)

Velas Resorts Continue to Make Waves in the Social Media Sphere
HospitalityNet.org

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit along with ZipSetGo.com and the Riviera Nayarit Convention & Visitors Bureau recently hosted the first ever remote #TNI (Travelers Night In) tweetchat.

Realtor 365 - Real Estate Procedures
Nicole Martin

In this episode of Realtor 365, Nicole Martin walks you through real estate closing procedures in Mexico, and interviews Nuevo Vallarta notaries German Goldman notary #10 and Jorge Carreaga notary #2. She also talks with lawyer David Connell, who explains the Mexican bank trust.

Los Bambinos First Show - Standing Room Only at Viva Bar
Polly G. Vicars

Los Bambinos took the Viva Bar stage on December 14th to a standing room only audience! Dressed in sparkling new vests they charmed the audience with their music and their personalities. Oldies, covers of favorites and original songs had the audience not wanting the boys to even take a break.

Christmas Dinner at Vallarta Restaurants
PVNN

Spending the holidays in Vallarta? Whether you are in the mood for traditional Christmas fare or want to try something a little different, a number of Puerto Vallarta area restaurants are serving up holiday meals that'll keep you out of the kitchen - and in a festive mood!

Simply Puerto Vallarta - Simply Crocs
Laura Gelezunas

Crocodiles have been Puerto Vallarta, Mexico residents for around 200-million years. They have been human neighbors for a lot less time. Local biologist, Petr Myska states that there are not more crocodiles in the Banderas Bay area, we just made them live closer to us.

Holiday Christmas Show at Boutique Theater: 'Christmas in Paradise'
Roberta Rand

Puerto Vallarta may not be your typical Winter Wonderland this holiday season, but the city's newest live theater venue, The Boutique Theater, will help you suspend disbelief for at least two hours as it presents 'Christmas in Paradise, on December 21st, 22nd and 23rd at 8 pm.

Chocolate: A Truly Historic Treasure
Kathleen Harris

The history of giving chocolate treasures at Christmas is long and global, from chocolate coins in stockings to chocolate santas and ribbon-wrapped boxes of truffles. This holiday season visit Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates for gifts designed to enchant those on your Christmas list.

Mission Accomplished: PV Firefighters and Lifeguards Receive Donations
Gary Green

Back in October, over $36,000 pesos were raised at the inaugural Spaghetti Friend-Raiser to support our local firefighters and lifeguards. The funds raised were used to purchase 15 mattresses, bed frames, pillows and mattress pads, three bee suits and a much-needed kitchen custom storage cabinet.

5th Annual Art Festival of San Pancho
RivieraNayarit.com

The 5th annual Sinergia Cultural Art Festival will be held in San Pancho, Riviera Nayarit, again this year on December 18-28. As before, they will be offering vast and diverse activities for the locals and tourists.

The Other Puerto Vallarta Property Choice – Land Investment
Michael Green

If you have been considering buying a Puerto Vallarta property, you have probably considered buying a condo, or perhaps a villa with a view of the ocean. One option not to overlook, however, is the possibility of Puerto Vallarta land.

Give the Gift of Life This Christmas
Pamela Thompson

It is a daily battle searching for blood for critical patients in all of our local hospitals - especially during the holidays. This Christmas, please consider donating the Gift of Life, keeping in mind that donation requirements in Mexico are different than in the United States and Canada.

Paradise Village Brings Imagen to Riviera Nayarit
RivieraNayarit.com

The final match of the Imagen Vector Tour 2010 was played at El Tigre Golf & Country Club, generating important media exposure for Riviera Nayarit through this communications network.

Puerto Vallarta New Year's Party 2011 Promises to be the Best in Years
PVNN

The city of Puerto Vallarta is preparing for a stellar New Year's Eve event to ring in 2011. With a fresh new look for the city, its website and marketing and a positive view on the future, Puerto Vallarta expects 10,000 visitors and locals to join them for the event.

Winter Solstice: Plant a Tree at Rancho el Limon
Dana Doncaster

Are you wondering what 'on earth' to give to your loved ones for Christmas? Why not give them a gift from nature? Give them a tree! On December 21st you can plant a tree at Rancho el Limon to commemorate a person, a pet, a happy event or a relationship. What a great gift great idea!

La Penita Cancer de Mama Clinic Slated for February 5-7, 2011
Tara A. Spears

The non-profit Cancer de Mama organization is gearing up for their annual breast prosthesis clinic to be held the first weekend in February, 2011. Anyone wishing to volunteer is welcome to attend the first planning meeting at the La Penita RV Park on Tuesday, January 10, 2011 at 10 am.

Gardener Electrocuted at Selva Romantica
Lois Lane

On December 14, 2010, Tomas, a local gardener and valued member of our Emiliano Zapata working community, was electrocuted while trimming a bougainvillea on the grounds of the Selva Romantica complex. His always smiling face will be very greatly missed around the neighborhood.

Rivera Cuale Newsletter - December 2010
The Rivera Cuale Team

Happy Holidays! Like us you may be wondering where the time has gone and how we got around to the holidays again so fast. In this edition of the Rivera Cuale Newsletter you'll learn about all of the events that are going on in and around Puerto Vallarta at this festive time of year - and more!

Meet Ramon: The Perfect Stocking Stuffer to Keep You Warm All Year Long!
pvrpv.com

Veracruz native Ramon Guerrero Campos has been a lifeguard for 10 years but for only one year here in Puerto Vallarta. Ramon is just one of the 24 first-responders who will be unveiled in the inaugural Heroes Calendar on Wednesday, December 22, 2010 from 6 to 8 pm at Nacho Daddy.

Biblioteca Los Mangos Auction Fundraiser
Pamela Thompson

Every year, Biblioteca Los Mangos holds its biggest fundraiser of the year with the 'Subasta' (auction.) This year, the date is January 28, 2011, and it promises to be the biggest and best ever, so be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend.

Chaya / Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius / Euphorbiaceae: 'Tree Spinach' from the Yucatan
Leslie Korn

Chaya, also known as "tree spinach," is one of the richest sources of nutrients among all the leafy greens with high levels of protein, calcium, potassium, iron, and carotene. It has shown glucose-lowering capacity in the lab and thus may be useful in preventing diabetes.

Toys for Tots Scores Big with Hole-In-One
Jerry Lafferty

The 12th Annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament held this past Saturday at the Vista Vallarta Weiskopf course generated not only $150,000 pesos for this year's toy distribution, but the first ever Hole-In-One that earned the lucky and skillful player a brand new Toyota.

The Sounds of Christmas at Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison

Still looking for a little something to put you in the holiday spirit? Lights on a palm tree just not enough? Join us in Vallarta’s beautiful new performing arts venue Teatro Vallarta on December 22nd at 8:30 pm, when the theatre will come alive with the sights and sounds of the holidays!

Violence Means Making Hard Safety Decisions for Tourists
Bill Bell

My home town of Vancouver Canada is just getting far too dangerous for us to visit this holiday season. As a husband and father I have to put my wife and children's safety first, so this Christmas we are staying in our retirement home in nice, safe La Penita de Jaltemba, Nayarit, Mexico.

Recicla Shop Grand Opening on December 16
Nicole Swedlow

The Recicla Shop's grand opening will be on December 16 from 6-8 pm at the Entreamigos facility in San Pancho. This fun and free benefit event will include a huge selection of holiday gift items for purchase from the Entreamigos Gallery, local artists and 'like new' items from our new resale store.

PuRR Project Christmas Adoption Program
Julie Bunker

This Christmas, instead of buying toys for your kids, why not consider what the addition of a cat or kitten would do for your family? PuRR Project, formerly Pet Heaven, has oodles of adorable felines patiently awaiting their 'Forever Homes' - and kittens make the puRRfect gift!

Casa Cupula: Creative Food in Good Taste
Gary R. Beck

Casa Cupula owner Don Pickens, under the direction of Marco Quiñones, formerly with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, recently opened 'Taste,' a new restaurant located high above Puerto Vallarta's Highway 200, serving 'Creative Food in Good Taste' for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

PEACE Launches New Programs in Puerto Vallarta
Becci Burchett

Women and youth in neighborhoods throughout Puerto Vallarta will soon be exposed to educational and financial opportunities, as PEACE, a non-profit organization with tax-free status in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, expands south with its community outreach programs.

Fusión de Sentidos: Fiesta Vallarta 2011
Daniel Gomez

Puerto Vallarta is set to make a big impact this December 31st with an unprecedented New Year's Eve celebration. Fiesta Vallarta 2011 is scheduled to take place at Los Arcos Amphitheater on the Malecón, featuring a roster of acclaimed local and international entertainment beginning at 7:00 pm.

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meets Dec 16
Gary R. Beck

The Puerto Vallarta Garden Club, a new club for plant lovers, beauty lovers, civic lovers and Vallarta lovers, will hold its next meeting at Callejon Pedregoso #439, located near the corner of Aldama and Caranza streets in El Cerro, above El Centro at 10 am on December 16th.

Inauguration Of The New Bridge Connecting Riviera Nayarit With Puerto Vallarta
RivieraNayarit.com

On Wednesday, December 8, the Ameca I northbound bridge connecting Riviera Nayarit with Puerto Vallarta was reopened to traffic. The original bridge had collapsed on August 31 due to a series of heavy storms.


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