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DHS Proposes Fee for Land Travelers Crossing US Border
 BanderasNews.com
In an effort to raise more money for border protection and inspection, the United States Department of Homeland Security proposed in its 2014 budget plan that Congress authorize the study of a fee that could be collected at all land crossings with Mexico and Canada.
You Could Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Tequila, Mexico
 PR Web
Heading to a local Tequila bar for Cinco de Mayo? Why not go straight to the source? Spirit of Jalisco will host its first public tour of the Valley of Tequila in Jalisco, Mexico. Tours start on May 2nd, but there are plenty of dates on the calender for 2013.
 Yann Arthus-Bertrand Documentary Filming in Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Mexcaltitan, Nayarit was one of the locations chosen by French documentary filmmaker and environmentalist Yann Arthus-Bertrand for his new production entitled 'Human.' Arthus-Bertrand's first movie, 'Home,' has already been watched by 600 million people around the world.
UK Travel Firms to Offer Non-Stops to Puerto Vallarta
 Juliet Dennis
UK based travel operators Thomson and First Choice have introduced new longhaul flights to Vallarta out of Manchester and London Gatwick, to be served by their new Boeing Dreamliner aircraft in 2014. Another addition for next year will include PV as a wedding destination.
US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels in Mexico'
 Liz Weiss
US News and World Report's 'Best Hotels' have evaluated over 300 hotels and resorts across Mexico. Here's a look at the top 10 properties of 2013 - consistently earning high marks across the board concerning industry accolades, expert opinions, ratings, and guest reviews.
9th Annual Texas Music Festival in Riviera Nayarit
 BanderasNews.com
The 9th annual Texas Music Festival will take place June 11th - 18th at the Marival Resort and Suites and at the Marival Residences and World Spa in Nueva Vallarta. Come and join us for Texas music, Texas food, and Texas size fun on the beach in beautiful Riviera Nayarit!
Festivities for La Santa Cruz Begin April 25th
 BanderasNews.com
The Festival of the Patron Saint of La Cruz commences on Thursday, April 25th with a First Annual Opening Celebration Parade at 6 pm. This is the kickoff for a nine day religious celebration filled with parades, music, food, and fireworks in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
Riviera Nayarit to Continue its Remarkable Growth
 Rosemary McClure
A new hotel and several other tourist facilities are scheduled to open during the upcoming year in Riviera Nayarit, one of Mexico's most luxurious coastal developments. Several resorts in the region, which is just north of PV, also plan to add rooms and make other improvements.
US Immigration to Begin Collecting Biometric Data
 Fox News
US Citizenship and Immigration Services, the arm of Homeland Security that handles such things as naturalization and permanent residency, or 'green cards,' announced last week that in May it would implement the Customer Identity Verification, or CIV, at its field offices.
Cozumel Hosts Cowboy Cheerleaders for Ad Campaign
 EFE
A tourism campaign for the Caribbean island of Cozumel will feature the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders thanks to an agreement between the NFL team and Quintana Roo tourism officials. The photographs being used in the campaign were taken for the squad's 2014 calendar.
Qi Gong Spiritual Retreat to be Held in Vallarta
 Can Go Mexico
Plan to attend a 7 day Qi Gong retreat with instructor David Wei, a 16th generation disciple of Wudang Zhang San Feng Pai, and teacher of internal martial arts and traditional Chinese acupressure massage. The retreat will be May 4th - 11th at Palos Studios and Casa Alexandra.
Grand Velas Nayarit Offers Grand Gourmet Package
 PR Web
Complementing the epicurean experience offered by its 4 specialty restaurants, the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit offers its first ever 'Grand Gourmet Package.' The package features private cooking classes with professional chefs, as well as tequila tastings and mixology classes.
Mexico's New Bill Protects Airline Passenger's Rights
 Víctor Mayén
Mexico's Chamber of Deputies passed a bill that would require airlines to refund customers when flights are cancelled or they are dropped due to overbooking. Currently, customers who are forced to give up their seats are entitled to a refund of only 25% of the ticket price.
PV Named Favorite Spring Break Destination in Mexico
 Banderas News Team
In this year's About.com Best in Mexico Travel Readers' Choice Awards, Puerto Vallarta was named the 'Favorite Spring Break Destination' winner for 2013. Many of our city's attractions and amenities were also among the Top 5 finalists in six of the poll's ten categories.
Punta Mita's Third Annual Gourmet and Golf Classic
 BanderasNews.com
The Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic, an annual celebration of world-class food, wine, and golf, returns from April 11-14th. The 4-day event marries the sophisticated worlds of culinary excellence and championship golf in one of the world's most beautiful destinations.
 Yelapa: A 'Must-Do' on Your PV Vacation Itinerary
 PR Web
Once just a popular day trip, new amenities, lodging, and dining options are making Yelapa, Mexico a popular vacation destination for eco-travelers and those looking for an authentic Mexican village vacation experience - a must-do add to your Vallarta vacation itinerary.
40' Gray Whale Greets and Gets Kisses from Tourists
 Tara Brady
It was a heartwarming moment when an affectionate 40-foot mother whale and her curious calf popped up off the Mexican coast at Baja California to say hello to tourists who showered them with hugs and kisses. The incredible images were captured by photographer Justin Hofman.
Semana Santa Means Retail Pilgrimage to South Texas
 BanderasNews.com
This week is Semana Santa, or Holy Week. It's a big week in Mexico when schools close and businesses take a holiday. For San Antonio, Texas, it's also one of the biggest weeks of the year for retail sales as Mexican shoppers cross the border in droves to shop the sales.
The Marietas Islands: Jewels of the Bay of Banderas
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Marietas Islands, located just off the coast of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, are home to the blue-footed bobby and many other exotic species of wildlife, both terrestrial and maritime. A visit to this protected wildlife refuge is a truly unforgettable experience.
New Alliances Form to Promote Mexico Luxury Travel
 Meagan Drillinger
As part of Tianguis Turistico 2013, held last week in Puebla, several new alliances were made between major airlines and resorts. The companies are teaming up to promote luxury tourism in Mexico by launching a series of collaborative promotions and marketing strategies.
Unique Holy Week Traditions Celebrated in Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Judea en Vivo, a representation made of the Passion and Death of Christ, finds two locations in Nayarit particularly recognized for their rendering of the tradition. The Holy Week celebrations in these towns are among the oldest and most beautiful in the country.
Tianguis Closes With Record Number of Participants
 NewsWire
Tianguis Turistico is the premier annual platform for business and promotion of tourism in Mexico. 2013's record setting event took place in historic Puebla, Mexico, the first colonial city ever to host it. Forty-two other countries participated in this year's conference.
Mexico's Monarch Butterfly Migration in Heavy Decline
 Duncan Tucker
The number of Monarch butterflies migrating to central Mexico has plummeted by 59 percent in the last year, according to the annual census released earlier this month. Illegal logging, the use of herbicides and climate change are all thought to have contributed to the issue.
Easter Joy: Mexico's Coastal Towns Rock with Visitors
 Tara A. Spears
It’s a seasonal debate: should I stay through Easter or return home north of the border to avoid the crowds? Personally, I enjoy the vibrant atmosphere that the vacationing Mexican families bring to Jaltemba Bay.
Aeromexico Announces New Flights To Promote Mexico
 Murry Page
Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, strengthened its service to and from Southern Baja California to promote the attractions featured by each of the state’s regions and increase the number of domestic and international tourists it serves through its connection network.
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