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Destinations
A complete vacation destination, Puerto Vallarta has a bit of everything that adds up to a whole lot of fun. Beautiful beaches, excellent dining, accommodations for every budget, shopping galore and a wide variety of entertainment, activities and adventurous excursions have all made Puerto Vallarta into one of Mexico's most popular resort towns.
But as those who share our passion for travel and adventure already know, once the travel bug bites it's almost impossible to contentedly remain only in one spot . . . no matter how wonderful. After all, why stick to one area — or even one country — when you can explore the entire world?
Travel can be a powerful force for tolerance and understanding, and at BanderasNews we want to share our never-ending passion for traveling to exotic lands and faraway places with you. Whether you are seeking an off-the-beaten-track destination around Puerto Vallarta, or want to learn more about some of the world's most intriguing places, we'll introduce you to some of the great destinations Mexico and the world beyond have to offer.
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Christmas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Jim Scherrer
With perfect weather, beautiful beaches, fabulous restaurants, very hospitable, gentle, and courteous English speaking locals, clean water and food, safety and security a major priority, and activities galore, you'll not have a Merrier Christmas than in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Mexico's 'Giant Underwater Museum'
 Dhruti Shah
Visitors to a national park in Cancun could soon come face-to-face with life-sized sculptures in human form fixed in the seabed, as plans to create what could be the world's largest underwater museum start to become a reality.
Mexican Civility: Jerez, Zacatecas
 Doug Bower
As I sat in El Jardin Principal in the very small Mexican town, Jerez, Zacatecas, I was thinking about what a fellow writer here in our adopted town of Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, said to me once - that surely a sign of civility of any town, anywhere, has to be in its plethora of parks.
Humpback Whales Return to the Banderas Bay
 Keith May
It is with a HUGE smile on my face that I inform you all that the Humpback whales have indeed returned to Banderas Bay. I have received two credible reports of Humpback whales in the bay – the first being on November 1st near Le Kliff and the second on November 11th near Los Muertos pier.
 Boat Fire Sets Back Fishing Tournament
 SF Productions
A fire aboard the C’est la Vie fishing yacht, a contender in the 54th Annual Puerto Vallarta Marlin & Sailfish Tournament postponed the weighing in on November 13, as competitor's boats were prevented from entering Marina Vallarta with their day's catch.
On the Water with Vallarta Fishing Experience
 Stan Gabruk
El Banco continues to be the place to be for big fish. Marlin running in the 400 to 700 lb range have been hanging steady for the last couple of weeks and the Yellowfin Tuna have been running anywhere from 60 to 200 lbs. Corbeteña is also a hot spot with a host of fish just waiting for you!
The Villa Group Announces Updates on Loreto Projects
 eTN
Scheduled for a mid-November opening will be the Hotel Santa Fe, a 125-room hotel in downtown Loreto; its sister property, also owned by The Villa Group, is located in Cabo San Lucas. The Hotel Santa Fe is located at the entrance of the town of Loreto next to the famous "Domingo's" restaurant.
Mexico's Family-Friendly Hot Spots
 Amanda Jones
Consider heading to locales in Nayarit and Oaxaca, where surf, sun and inexpensive attractions have been a hit for one family of four.
10 Top Drinking Vacations
 Ryan McKee
This is not a list of "party destinations." This is not a list for the uneducated drinker who doesn’t care which bourbon is being poured or which red wine is the house. And this is not a list where the traveler's only goal is to get hammered, grind ass on the dance floor and wake up to someone they don’t recognize.
Saving Sea Turtles, One Nest at a Time
 Elisabeth Rosenthal
Global warming and coastal development are decimating Pacific sea turtle populations. In Costa Rica, a group of one-time poachers is giving baby sea turtles a chance at survival.
The Best Time to Experience Cuba is Now
 Marcel Hatch
Cubans want you to witness their country while it remains pristine - before the impending onslaught of American tourists is unleashed.
VYC to Host 2011 Pan American Pre-Regatta
 PVNN
The Executive Committee of the Pan American Sailing Federation recently met at Paradise Village in Nuevo Vallarta and toured the Vallarta Yacht Club. On October 20 the Vallarta Yacht Club received confirmation that it will be the official host of the Pan American Pre Regatta, October 21-29, 2010.
 Rent a Puerto Vallarta Villa for the Holidays
 Valerie Neblett
Winter is approaching and so is the Christmas and New Year. There is no better destination than sunny climes of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for celebrating Christmas this year, and there's no better way to enjoy your holidays than in a private villa.
Las Peñitas Surf Tournament, Nov 13-15
 PVNN
If you are looking for some fun in the sun, attend this year's exciting surfing tournament in Playa Peñitas from November 13-15! Whether you are a surfer or a 'watcher', these tournaments are exciting, action-packed and well attended by the local surfing communities.
Vallarta Yacht Club Holds 2009 La Regata de Revolucion Sailing Regatta
 Jajana Medina
From November 14-16, sailors representing yacht clubs from Acapulco, Jalisco-Chapala, Nuevo Leon, State of Mexico-Valle de Bravo and Nayarit will meet at the Vallarta Yacht Club (VYC) to compete in the first Junior Sailing Regata de Revolucion One-Design national regatta.
Travel Leaders Report Mexico Remains Popular with U.S. Travelers Despite 2009 Challenges
 Vocus
The tourism industry in Mexico is bouncing back dramatically after a fierce one-two punch earlier in the year by claiming six of the Top 15 International Destination spots in Travel Leaders' authoritative Fall Travel Trends survey.
Cancun Shoring up for Winter with Beach Restoration
 PVNN
Cancun's beautiful beaches, which have always been the resort city's main attraction, are getting a face-lift this fall in time for the winter peak season.
The Villa Group's 25th Anniversary Tweetstakes
 The Villa Group
The Villa Group is celebrating their 25th Anniversary and to commemorate the occasion, will be launching a 25 day Tweetstakes promotion on Twitter. Join them to win one of six grand prize 4-day, 3 night stays for two people at one of The Villa Group's luxurious beachfront Mexican resorts.
Juan Pablo's Vallarta Fishing Report
 PVNN
What more can I say the fishing is great. It’s the typical end of a great Puerto Vallarta summer, a lot of tuna, a lot of marlin, a lot of most species, and most importantly a lot of action.
Jack Nicklaus to Open New Punta Mita Bahia Golf Course
 Scott Kauffman
Punta Mita, one of Mexico's most luxurious resort and residential communities, is preparing for the opening of its newest Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, Punta Mita Bahia.
Mexico: The Real Deal - Eight Hard-to-Reisist Bargains
Maribeth Mellin
November’s a great time to visit Mexico. The hurricanes and rainstorms are gone and temperatures have dropped below the sweltering stage. Hotels and other tourism businesses are all spiffed up in preparation for the winter high season, which doesn’t begin until Thanksgiving.
The World’s Largest Pyramid is in Mexico
 TravelVideo.tv
For hundreds of years, the Great Pyramid of Cholula in Mexico appeared to be a grassy hill with a church on top. Luckily, the dirt and soil gradually eroded away and the stunned archeologists made an astonishing discovery in the early 20th century.
Escape From America Without Leaving America
 Jim Scherrer
Typically, when we think of escaping from America, we're referring to Americans emigrating from the United States to some other locale. With the current depressing state of the economy, there are numerous reasons why US citizens are more interested than ever in retiring in Mexico.
Celebrating Mexico's Day of the Dead
 Jo Tuckman
The Day of the Dead festival is one of Mexico's cultural highlights, when for once cemeteries are bursting with life, nowhere more so than in the capital.
Mexico Hopes Travel Deals Bring Back the Tourists
 Jayne Clark
Affected by the economic downturn, Mexico's battered travel industry is hoping to finally catch a break as high season, which runs from late November through April or May, kicks in.
If you have a great travel destination that you would like to share with our readers, or would like to suggest a location for a future feature story, contact Destinations@BanderasNews.com. |
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