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 Alcohol Involved in Chihuahua Monster Truck Wreck?
 The Associated Press
A monster truck stunt went terribly wrong at a Mexican air show when one truck went out of control and shot into a crowd of spectators. The crowd was unprotected by any wall or barrier inducing a tragedy that left at least eight people dead and injuring dozens more.
World Cup Playoffs: $600 Million Riding on a Mexico Win
 nzherald.co.nz
If the All Whites face Mexico in November's World Cup playoffs, it won't just be New Zealand versus Mexico, it will be the Kiwis against the rest of the footballing world. If Mexico were somehow put out by New Zealand, the overall impact is estimated to be upwards of $600 million USD.
2nd Annual La Cruz International Fishing Tournament
 Lorena Sonrisas
Offering 3.5 million pesos in prizes, the Second Annual La Cruz International Fishing Tournament, scheduled to be held October 9-13th at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, promises some hot and heavy competition in the sailfish, marlin, tuna and dorado categories.
Mexico’s Quiroga Looks for Win in Vegas This Weekend
 VegasNews.com
Mexico's German Quiroga never has raced at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, but he’s been tabbed as a potential first-time series winner at this weekend's Smith’s 350 for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series - a pretty tall order for a racer who never has driven on the coarse.
Banderas Bay Women's Shelter Charity Golf Classic
 Banderas News Team
The Banderas Bay Women's Shelter Annual International Charity Golf Classic is scheduled to be held on January 18, 2014 at the Flamingos Golf course in Nuevo Vallarta. All proceeds will go towards the completion of the Puerto Vallarta area's only safe house for women and children.
Mariana 'Barbie' Juarez to Fight at Hard Rock Vallarta
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Everything is ready for Riviera Nayarit to experience one of the most important boxing matches of the year on a national scale. Mariana 'Barbie' Juarez, ranked first in the World Boxing Council, will face off with Thailand's Buakaew Onesongchaigym on October 12 at Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta.
Sergio Perez: 'Formula One Will be Huge in Mexico'
 BanderasNews.com
The return of Formula 1 after 20 years' absence will be one of the highlights of the season, said Mexico's leading racer Sergio Perez. A draft calendar circulated to teams last week has Mexico listed for a November 9th date - the week before the U.S. Grand Prix in Texas.
Gerry Lopez to Lead Punta Mita SUP & Yoga Retreat
 livepuntamita.com
Surf legend Gerry Lopez is coming back to Punta Mita! From November 15-18, 2013, Gerry will lead another SUP camp and retreat, featuring yoga practice, lifestyle discussions, and personalized Stand Up Paddle board instruction, at the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.
Lorena Ochoa Hitting the Links in Riviera Nayarit
 Banderas News Team
Lorena Ochoa is hitting the greens in Riviera Nayarit again. She's one of the best golfers in the world and this week she's playing with Aeromexico and their partners and associates at the 7th Aeroméxico Golf Tournament at Punta Mita Club de Golf, which continues through September 6th.
Luxury SUP Surf Safari Trip to Punta Mita, Mexico
 supconnect.com
Bodie Shandro, a Pro Certified Stand Up Paddle Instructor and Guide with Surfit, and his wife Brenda have planned a luxury SUP Surf Safari trip for like minded aspiring SUP wave riders that is scheduled to take place November 9th-16th at the Cinco Hotel in Punta Mita, Mexico.
FIFA WC in Brazil May Witness 500% Hike in Hotel Rates
 Travel and Tour World
The government of Brazil is concerned about the fact that some hotels which are listed on FIFA's official website for the 2014 World Cup has planned to increase the price during the tournament. The FIFA-appointed agency in charge of accommodations is investigating the matter.
Ana Maria Wins 7th Int'l Tuna & Marlin Tournament
 BanderasNews.com
The Bahía de Banderas Sport Fishing Club's 7th International Tuna and Marlin Fishing Tournament, held August 8-10th at the Vallarta Yacht Club at Paradise Village Marina, demonstrated once again why Banderas Bay is a preferred destination for sportfishing enthusiasts.
7th International Tuna & Marlin Fishing Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The 7th International Tuna and Marlin Fishing Tournament in Banderas Bay, scheduled for August 8-10, will return to the place where it all started, the Vallarta Yacht Club at Paradise Village Marina. Categories include tuna, marlin, dorado, and sailfish catch-and-release.
32nd San Diego to Vallarta Yacht Race Announced
 Steve Malowney
The 32nd Edition of the San Diego to Puerto Vallarta race, a biennial event hosted by San Diego Yacht Club that starts off at San Diego’s Shelter Island and finishes off at Punta Mita in beautiful Banderas Bay, Mexico, will be held March 13th-22nd, 2014.
Riviera Nayarit Golf Invitational July 6-7th
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
In Riviera Nayarit luxury is 'par for the course' - and nothing says 'luxury' like the astonishing sea-side landscapes surrounding the Litibu Golf Course, which is where the Riviera Nayarit Golf Invitational tournament will be held on July 6th and 7th.
 Vallarta Yacht Club's Sailing Summer Camps are Back!
 Ibis De Teresa
Vallarta Yacht Club (VYC) summer sailing camps are back, and this year they are bigger and better than ever. With classes offered for all levels, from beginner to advanced sailors, students can now choose to learn Optimist dinghy, Laser dinghy or sailboard.
2nd International Beach Polo Cup in Riviera Nayarit
 Marie Callan
The Second International Beach Polo Cup, scheduled to be held July 5-7, 2013, can be summed up in four words: 'Glamour', 'Rock', 'Polo', and 'Beach'. The Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta in Riviera Nayarit will host the event, which is free and open to the public.
Formula 1 Racing - The Return of Mexican Grand Prix
 Edd Straw
Carlos Slim believes there is a 'good future ahead' for the Mexican Grand Prix, which it is hoped will return to the Formula 1 calendar in the next few years. Slim is a key player in the plan to bring Formula 1 back to Mexico for the first time since 1992.
La Cruz Welcomes Summer with a 'Summer Sailstice'
 Katrina Liana
In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice is usually celebrated on the 21st of June, but this year at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Mexico, it will be celebrated on Saturday, June 22nd with an Umbrella Downwinder and SUP Paddleboard Rally.
Mexico City Pole Dancers Show Skills at Urban Festival
 Hannah Osborne
On June 9th, pole dancers in Mexico City took to the streets to celebrate their sport and show the skills involved. The celebration saw pole dancers gather in parks, outdoor gyms, and on streets, putting on displays using street lamps, sign posts, and other objects.
Undaunted Swimmer Takes on Sea of Cortez for 3rd Time
 BusinessWire.com
On June 30th, 49-year-old Paul Lundgren will attempt to complete the longest solo open water swim in history. If completed, his swim across Mexico’s Sea of Cortez will also mark the first successful crossing of that body of water following two failed relays and one solo try.
8th Annual Hook the Cure Tournament in Puerto Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
Anglers can make their cast count at the upcoming 8th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Hook the Cure catch-and-release fishing tournament. Scheduled for November 7-10, 2013 in Puerto Vallarta, this year's event promises to be much more than your average offshore fishing competition.
Puerto Vallarta Joins 2013 World Naked Bike Ride
 Banderas News Team
On Saturday, June 8th, Puerto Vallarta will join cities and countries around the world in the 10th Annual World Naked Bike Ride, an international movement that highlights the vulnerability of cyclists everywhere and decries society’s dependence on pollution-based transportation.
2013 Día de La Marina Regatta Results
 Ibis De Teresa
On June 1st, as part of the 2013 Día de la Marina celebrations, the Vallarta Yacht Club hosted a Día de la Marina Regatta. With winds up to 14 knots, an enthusiastic group of sailors held a friendly competition to honor the Mexican Navy, who participated in the event.
St. Regis Resort Announces Punta Mita Beach Festival
 Live Punta Mita
Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of surfing, stand up paddle, stand-up paddle yoga, sand castle building for the kids, a surf fashion show, and sipping margaritas as you savor the delicacies of the ocean, during the Punta Mita Beach Festival 2013, scheduled to take place July 4–7th.
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