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Good Question As the country celebrates another Independence Day weekend, it's worth stepping back from our hot political debates to ask a question: How free is America? · It is Independence Day as We Become More Dependent Editorials | Opinions | At Issue | Environmental TRAVEL & OUTDOORS/DESTINATIONS Mexico's Best Honeymoon Hideaways There is no such thing as the 10 best honeymoon hotels for everyone, in Mexico or anywhere else. What we're offering here are 10 great options for different types of honeymoons, all with a common denominator: conduciveness to romance. · After the Flu, the Best Bargains are in Mexico See Tour Specials In Our Activities Pages HEALTH & BEAUTY WHO Chief Identifies "Warning Signs" of Severe Flu H1N1 influenza is causing mild symptoms that go away without medication in most patients, but care-givers should be alert for warning signs of severe cases. · Marla Hoover: Foods That Make You Feel Groovy See Our Health & Beauty Resources FOOD & FINE DINING July 4th Sizzles at Daiquiri Dick's Get cracking and celebrate the fourth of July with an international bar-b-que at Daiquiri Dick's. From July 1st-6th you can enjoy a special 3-course menu with your choice of a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and delectable dessert. · Celebrate Independence with Seth See Dining Specials In Our Restaurant Pages REAL ESTATE AMPI Hosts Deloitte Touche Seminar On June 30th, the Banderas Bay area chapters of AMPI hosted a Deloitte Touche seminar on the state of the real estate market and strategies for business administration during volatile times. · Taheima Brings Wellness-Living to Vallarta Banderas Bay Real Estate Made Real Easy VALLARTA STYLE The Wonders of Puerto Vallarta My husband, Ken, and I may be residing in our home on the shores of cool Lake Michigan, but in May, we left half our hearts in Puerto Vallarta high above the shores of beautiful Banderas Bay. · Salon Divas' Eddie Ortiz: Summer Hair Care Tips Puerto Vallarta Tropical Wedding Resources COMMUNITY SERVICES Cuale Environmental Awareness Day Saturday marked a special day at Rivera Cuale, the award-winning condominium development on the banks of the Cuale River. Children from the community were invited to participate in a day of environmental activities and fun. · Route 200 Bar & Grill: Vallarta Neighbors Helping Neighbors Adopt a Pet from the Vallarta Animal Shelter VALLARTA LIVING Local Author Launches Website Author Jenny McGill recently announced the launch of her new website, which features sample chapters and audio readings of her book 'Drama and Diplomacy in Sultry Puerto Vallarta,' which covers her fourteen years as the US Consular Agent in Puerto Vallarta during the 1980's and 90's. · Expats Helping Expats in Vallarta Check Out Our Local Profiles BANDERAS EVENT CALENDAR Vallarta Hosts Int'l Boxing Event Marco Antonio Barrera recently attended a press conference presented by Zanfer Promociones who announced that Puerto Vallarta's new convention center will host a world championship boxing event on Saturday, July 18. · Latin Fever: Turning up the Heat in Puerto Vallarta 101 Hottest People Places and Things for 2009 VALLARTA CLASSIFIEDS Buy, sell, or trade just about anything under the sun, and you can place YOUR ads with us here at BanderasNews for free. 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