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Spending The Holidays in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Timothy Real Estate Group
December is always a busy and joyful time of year in Puerto Vallarta, which makes it a great time to visit! From colorful traditions and wonderful fiestas to the annual arrival of Humpback whales in Banderas Bay, there are plenty of 'Very Merry' things to do.
New Walkway Joins San Diego and Tijuana Airports
 Associated Press
Every year 2.4 million people from the United States side of the border cross into Mexico to use Tijuana's Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport. Starting Wednesday, travelers can expect these trips to get a lot easier, as the new bridge that crosses the border opens in San Diego.
GAP: Passenger Traffic Increase in 12 Mexican Airports
 BanderasNews.com
Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico has reported international traffic up +24.42 percent and an overall passenger increase of +20.4 percent in November at its 12 Mexican Airports, and a decrease of 0.1 percent in its Montego Bay, Jamaica Airport operation in the same month.
Pueblo Mágico Plaque Proudly Unveiled in Sayulita
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
On December 2, 2015, Mexico's Secretary of Tourism, Enrique de la Madrid, unveiled the 'Sayulita Pueblo Mágico' plaque. The official said that Sayulita now has a responsibility to maintain an attractive destination for national and international tourists.
2015 Mexico Health & Wellness Travel Show in Vallarta
 Lorena Sonrisas
The infrastructure, doctors, quality of service, competitive prices, and all the extras that make patient recovery easier make Puerto Vallarta the perfect medical tourism destination - and the logical choice for hosting the 2015 Mexico Health & Wellness Travel Show, Dec 7-9.
Princess' 50th Anniversary Cruise Includes Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
Princess Cruises will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a special Mexico sailing that will recall its very first voyage in 1965. The 14-day trip on the 670-passenger Pacific Princess will offer a blend of ports from the maiden itinerary, including Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco and Mazatlan.
Is Acapulco on the Verge of a Tourism Recovery?
 Travel Pulse
During the 1950s, Acapulco's sparkling beaches and glamorous hotels made it a popular getaway for Hollywood stars. But over the years, international visitors disappeared from one of Mexico's most well-known beach resorts. Now Acapulco is trying to make a comeback.
Tourism Recovery in The Riviera Nayarit is a Done Deal
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Vallarta-Nayarit joint promotion has been a key factor in the recovery of tourism in the Riviera Nayarit. Statistics from 2012-2015 show marked increases in hotel occupancy, room-nights and the number of passengers arriving at Puerto Vallarta's International Airport.
Delta Plans to Acquire More Aeromexico Shares
 LAHT.com
Delta Air Lines said last week it plans to acquire up to an additional 32 percent stake in Grupo Aeromexico. Atlanta-based Delta currently owns approximately 4.1 percent of the outstanding shares of Grupo Aeromexico and holds an option to acquire an additional 8.1 percent.
Blue Flag Inspections in Riviera Nayarit
 Jorge Jiménez
Personnel from the Blue Flag Mexico National Organization inspected the Nuevo Vallarta Norte beach and the Marina Riviera Nayarit on November 9-10, 2015; with all the criteria necessary for this international certification being met, the results were positive and seamless.
Fifth Annual 'Motomania' Starts Today in San Blas
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Over two thousand motorcycles and more than three thousand bikers from about 15 Mexican states will congregate in San Blas, Nayarit from November 19-22 for the 5th Annual 'Motomania' bike fest. Activities include a motorcycle parade, Mexican wrestling (lucha libre) & live rock music.
Monarch Butterfly Count Expected to Rebound in Mexico
 Reuters
After a staggering decline over the past two decades, the population of the iconic monarch butterfly is expected to recover following coordinated efforts across North American governments. Authorities expect numbers to increase up to fourfold this season.
Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta Accepted into ALHI
 Hospitality Net
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico's brand-new resort Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive Adults Only, which just opened in September 2015, has been accepted into the prestigious Membership portfolio of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI).
Did Los Llanitos' Grounding Damage the Environment?
 Fox News Latino
Experts are trying to determine whether the grounding of the bulk-carrier Los Llanitos on the coast of the western Mexican state of Jalisco after Hurricane Patricia caused environmental damage, Profepa federal environmental protection agency chief Guillermo Haro said Tuesday.
Icelandair to Fly from Detroit to Puerto Vallarta in December
 Detroit Free Press
Icelandair will start flying from Detroit Metro Airport on December 27 - but not to Iceland. Instead, it will head south. If you book an Apple vacation from Detroit to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta or Punta Cana on certain dates, your charter flight will be on an Icelandair plane.
12 Days Of Winter Giveaway Kicks Off the Holidays
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board invites everyone to participate in the '12 Days Of Winter,' promotion, which gives everyone a chance to win daily prizes December 1-12, 2015, with the top prize being a 12-day all-expense paid vacation for two in Puerto Vallarta.
16 Reasons Why Now is The Best Time to Visit Vallarta
 Gustavo Rivas-Solís
Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico's top tourism destination. Known for its 'Old Mexico' charms, it is alive with authentic culture, art, nightlife and a wide range of traditional and international restaurants. With the Mexican Peso at an all-time low, now is a great time to visit.
GAP: Passenger Traffic Increase in 12 Mexican Airports
BanderasNews.com
Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico has reported international traffic up +49.8 percent and an overall passenger increase of +25.0 percent in October at its 12 Mexican Airports, plus a separate +1.0 percent rise in its Montego Bay, Jamaica Airport operation in the same month.
2nd Guayabitos Riviera Nayarit Bike Fest, November 6-8
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The 2nd Annual Guayabitos Bike Fest, scheduled to be held from November 6-8, 2015, will offer challenges for every skill level. Activities include a sunset bicycle tour of the city; a BMX bike exhibit; a 112 km Bike Race; 20, 40 and 70 km Mountain Bike Races and lots of family fun.
Southwest Now Offering Daily Denver-PVR Direct Flights
 Jorge Jiménez
What began with a letter of intent in April is today a reality: on Sunday, November 1, 2015, a Southwest Airlines daily direct flight made its maiden voyage from Denver to the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, which is also the gateway to the Riviera Nayarit.
Seaweed Suppressing Tourism on Quintana Roo Beaches
 BanderasNews.com
Despite a Herculean cleanup effort to remove the sargassum seaweed that invaded some of Mexico's most beautiful beaches in July, authorities in the Caribbean resorts of Akumal, Tulum and Mahahual are concerned that the seaweed will affect this year's tourism-related revenue.
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