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Plenty of Fun Things for Retirees To Do in Mexico
 Glynna Prentice
When workaholics looking to retire in Mexico wonder aloud how they'll avoid boredom, I don't know what they're talking about. Recently, out of curiosity, I checked my local events calendar here in Guanajuato, and there were interesting activities every single night of the week.
Vallarta Had a Lot to Celebrate on World Tourism Day
 Nuestras Noticias
Puerto Vallarta had a lot to celebrate on World Tourism Day. Authorities named 100 children Guardians of PV's Tourism Heritage, and this year's 865,000 passenger on a national flight and 1,875,000 international passenger were welcomed at the Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Self-Driving Car to Take 2,400 km Trip Through Mexico
 m-x.com.mx
A self-driving car created by Mexican scientist Raúl Rojas González will be tested in October, when it will go on a 2,400 kilometers road trip through Mexico - from Nogales, in the northern state of Sonora, all the way to Mexico City - without a driver.
Fonatur Developments Strengthen Tourism
 Jorge Jiménez
Fonatur's (National Tourism Trust) delegate in Nayarit, Francisco Jose Mendez Vargas, explained in an interview with the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau how they are planning to strengthen tourism in the municipalities of Bahia de Banderas, Compostela and San Blas.
Volaris Seeks Rights to Fly Puerto Vallarta – Oakland
 RoutesOnline.com
Mexican low-cost carrier, Volaris is seeking approval to grow its air links into California with a new scheduled link to Oakland International Airport from Puerto Vallarta. The airline already offers links into Oakland International from Guadalajara, León/El Bajío, Morelia, and Tijuana.
La Cruz - Punta Mita Highway to Open in December
 El Sol de Nayarit
According to the Secretary of Public Works for the State of Nayarit, Juan Ignacio Avila Ruiz, the new highway between La Cruz de Huanacaxtle and Punta Mita is almost complete and is expected to be complete in December of this year.
Monarch Butterflies Take Flight in Migration to Mexico
 babwnews.com
Each year between September and November, the monarch butterfly flies 3,000 miles from Canada and the U.S. to Mexico for the winter. Unfortunately, the monarch are suffering from climate change, insecticides, and the lack of milkweed, which is what the butterfly feeds on.
Vidanta Theater Named 2015 Building Project of the Year
 BanderasNews.com
Vidanta Theater for Cirque du Soleil at Riviera Maya was named the 2015 Building Project Of The Year. Innovative integration of design, architectural elements, construction practice and nature led Obras magazine and Grupo Expansion to recognize Vidanta with the prestigious award.
Celebrating World Tourism Day(s) in Puerto Vallarta
 Marie Callan
Since tourism is one of the main activities in 'Mexico's Most Authentic Port,' the city of Puerto Vallarta will celebrate World Tourism Day for two days. The Municipal Tourism Department has prepared a series of events for everyone to enjoy on September 26 & 27, 2015.
Velas Over the Top Bachelor and Bachelorette Package
 BanderasNews.com
Bachelor and bachelorette parties have evolved from one-night outings with friends before the wedding into multi-day excursions in exotic locales that rival honeymoons - like the 'Over the Top' Pre-Wedding Parties at Velas Resorts in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Take a Peek at the Upcoming Events in Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez
The Riviera Nayarit is preparing for big events in September and October, all geared towards locals and visitors alike. One look at the events calendar and you're going to want to start planning your next vacation in Mexico's Pacific Treasure.
AMPI Historic Centers Symposium in San Miguel de Allende
 John K. Glaab
San Miguel de Allende, declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, was the ideal location for The Mexican Association of Real estate Professionals (AMPI) to stage its Fourth Annual Symposium of Historic Centers and World Heritage Cities.
Fiestas Patrias Celebrations are Underway in Pitillal
 PuertoVallarta.gob.mx
Las Fiestas Patrias (Mexican Independence celebrations) have begun in Pitillal, a suburban area of Puerto Vallarta that has for the most part remained untouched by tourism and still feels like the 'real' Mexico. The celebrations will continue all month long.
InterNations 2015 Survey: Expats Feel at Home in Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
InterNations has just released its Expat Insider Survey for 2015, which ranks the best countries for expats based on their experiences living abroad. When it comes to 'Ease of Settling In,' friendly and welcoming Mexico took first place for the second year in a row.
14th Annual Sobriety Under the Sun AA Convention
 Bob Cohen
The local Puerto Vallarta English speaking Alcoholics Anonymous Serenity Group, combined with Al-Anon participation, will be hosting their 14th annual 'Sobriety Under the Sun' AA convention at the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort and Convention Center from January 22-24, 2016.
Mexican Collectors Give Volkswagen Beetles Second Life
 Yahoo News
Over 150 Volkswagen beetles were on display at the Driver's Volks held in Mexico City in August. Club members are now looking forward to a huge gathering on October 25 at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, with as many as 1,500 customized vochos and 4,000 enthusiasts expected to attend.
Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta Convention Center Unveiled
 BanderasNews.com
The anticipation generated with the laying of the cornerstone in October of 2014 was amply rewarded on Saturday, August 22, when the All Inclusive Collection officially unveiled Sanctuary, the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta's new convention center in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit.
Tianguis Lo De Marcos Looks Forward to Second Season
 BanderasNews.com
The Tianguis Lo de Marcos will reopen its doors for its second season on November 7. Held every Saturday from 9 am until 2 pm, this weekly event expects to continue its growth and history of drawing visitors from around Banderas Bay to Lo de Marcos, Nayarit.
Plunging Peso Means Bargains in Puerto Vallarta
 Bay Area Reporter
Now is a great time to visit Mexico's most popular gay destination, Puerto Vallarta. Last week, the Mexican peso plunged to its all time lowest level, sinking to nearly 17 pesos per dollar. That means you can live it up at some of the city's finest restaurants and bars on the cheap.
Deforestation Triples in Mexico Butterfly Reserve
 Associated Press
Illegal logging more than tripled in the monarch butterfly's wintering grounds in central Mexico, reversing several years of steady improvements, investigators announced Tuesday. Almost all of the loss occurred in just one rural hamlet in the state of Michoacan.
Cancun Takes Innovative Steps to Deal With Seaweed
 BanderasNews.com
Some innovative solutions for dealing with the surge of Sargassum seaweed on Cancun and Riviera Maya beaches are producing some positive results. While offshore nets help keep it off hotel beaches, a plan to turn the kelp into fertilizer is underway.
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