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Las Vegas Hosts Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Thomas Steinmetz

Las Vegas is a premier international destination famous for entertainment and top-notch cultural celebrations, which is why it is the US's best destination for celebrating Mexico's Independence. This September, visitors will enjoy Mexican cuisine, music, and comedians.

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.

Delta Air Lines Ramps Up Flight Frequency to Mexico
Piers Evans

Delta Air Lines is upping the frequency of its flights from Los Angeles to Cancun, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. Flights to Guadalajara have already been increased to a daily year-round service, which turns twice daily in the summer peak. Puerto Vallarta is also now served by daily flights.

First-Timer's Guide to Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Jimmy Im

If you haven't yet heard of Riviera Nayarit, a 200-mile stretch of Pacific Coastline in Mexico, you will soon. The destination — chockfull of authentic beach towns, all-inclusive resorts, and colonial history — is still relatively off the well-traveled circuit in Mexico.

Bon Jovi to Perform in Mexico City September 10th
EFE

US rock group Bon Jovi will perform Sept. 10th at Mexico City’s Foro Sol, a venue which holds almost 60,000 people - his second appearance there since 2010. The band, led by vocalist Jon Bon Jovi, will perform as part of its current world tour 'Because We Can - The Tour.'

Vallarta Nayarit Gourmet Weekend, October 17-20
Marie Callan

From October 17-20, 2013 Grupo Excelencias is organizing a gourmet weekend in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, where professionals and lovers of gastronomy will gather together to host a series of events celebrating the art of eating, drinking, and living well.

Tasting the Grape: A Guide to Mexico's Wine Country
Trish Friesen

Wine devotees know about Napa, Bordeaux, and Mendoza, but what about Mexico's Valle de Guadalupe? Beyond tequila, fish tacos, and all-inclusive resorts, multi-talented Mexico has acres of vines that produce a 'muy bueno' glass of vino.

2013 LGBT CONFEX Attendees May Visit Puerto Vallarta
International Meetings Review

As part of the third international LGBT CONFEX taking place in Guadalajara from September 5-7, 2013, the Jalisco Ministry of Tourism has arranged pre- and post- tours that include visits to key tourism sights in Jalisco, including Tequila, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

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 has reported to investigate the matter.

Celebrate Your Independence at Las Alamandas Resort
Ed Placidi

What better place to celebrate Mexican Independence Day than at Las Alamandas, a relaxing tropical paradise on the Costalegre midway between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo? Independence Day packages at this all-suite boutique resort start at just $275 per night - and your 3rd night free!

Sixteen Cool Things To Do in Puerto Vallarta
Susie Albin-Najera

No matter what your interests, this impressive and colorful city by the sea lays out its welcome mat for all to enjoy. The following 16 recommendations are experiences or activities I suggest as a frequent traveler to Puerto Vallarta - even though there are 100's of cool things to do.

Mexico Tops List of Boomer Top 5 Vacation Spots
Megan Ray

Many older adults use retirement to visit countries they may not have had the chance to explore while they were working. While there are no bad choices when it comes to traveling during senior living, a recent survey revealed Mexico as the No. 1 choice among baby boomers.

Engage Mexico: Social Media is Better by the Beach
Robert Dry

There are a lot of great conferences out there, but one that you should really consider is the 5th Engage Mexico Social Media Conference at the Puerto Vallarta Sheraton November 14-17, 2013. This conference could be your secret weapon for outstanding social media and marketing skills.

Turtle Season is in Full Swing in Puerto Vallarta
Lourdes Bizarro

Turtle season is in full swing in the Banderas Bay region and, since beginning its Sea Turtle Protection Program 11 years ago, the CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort's hatching initiative has safely delivered more than 337,000 baby turtles to the sea.

Two Unique Cruises to be Operated by Carnival Legend
Travel and Tour World

Carnival Legend will operate two unique and exciting cruises – a 13-day Panama Canal cruise that includes a call in Cabo San Lucas, and a 23-day trans-Pacific voyage with an extended visit to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - prior to its deployment to Australia in Fall 2014.

Never Stop! 10 Tips for Hitting the Road at Any Age
petergreenberg.com

There is no question that some aspects of travel get harder as we all get older, but that doesn’t mean you need to stay at home. Women’s and boomer travel expert Phyllis Stoller shares the top 10 travel tips for female travelers aged 50 and up.

Mexico Tourism Board's 2013-14 Game Plan
Arnie Weissmann

In addition to the Mexico Tourism Board's 2013-2014 federal tourism promotion budget of $43.3 million, more than $10 million in federal, state and regional funds will also be spent in the U.S. and Canada on the rebranding of Vallarta-Nayarit over the 12 months beginning in September.

Funjet Vallarta-Nayarit Ad Campaigns in the Works
Sara Sánchez

With the recent signing of the agreement between Funjet Vacations and Vallarta - Nayarit, advertising and promotional campaigns designed to promote the new flights, and fill up the 10,469 new seats that these new flights will generate, are already in the works.

Mexico's Peyote Casts Mind-Bending Spell on Tourists
Carola Sole

Harvesting peyote is technically illegal but for centuries it has played a role in indigenous culture in Mexico. San Luis Potosi has become a bit of a promised land for those who have trekked here to try peyote, despite the logistical challenges, since the 1960s.

Puerto Vallarta Has 2 of World's 9 Coolest Hotel Rooms
Kate Schneider

Whether you're a high flyer, a the party animal, water lover, or Hollywood actor, there's a suite for every type of traveller. From the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta in Mexico to the W Singapore, the nine hotels with the coolest suites have been named by US lifestyle magazine Elite Traveler.

Funjet Adds New Vallarta/Nayarit Flights for 2013-2014
Riviera Nayarit CVB

On July 30th, an agreement to increase the number of flights and achieve greater connectivity between the Banderas Bay region and four US airports was signed by Funjet Vacations and local tourism authorities during a press conference at the Marival Resort and Suites in Nuevo Vallarta.

Hassles Add to Grief When Someone Dies Abroad
Karen Schwartz

Thousands of Americans die while traveling abroad each year - including actor James Gandolfini, who died in Italy last June - and the process of bringing their bodies home can include hassles ranging from bureaucratic hurdles to high fees.

LGBT LatAm Conference: Diversity & Inclusion at Work
Andres Reyes

Delegates at the 3rd International LGBT Business Expo to be held in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico this September are set to learn from industry experts about an issue that is expected to increase in importance in many workplaces in Latin America in the months and years ahead.

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