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'Ángeles Verdes' Mexico's Government Sponsored AAA
 Timothy Real Estate Group
Anywhere in Mexico, a car on the side of the road will not likely be stranded long. The 'Angeles Verdes' (Green Angels) are a government sponsored AAA, the guardians of road travelers, patrolling all federal and toll highways throughout the country. Sound wonderful? It gets better. It's free.
AT&T Introduces Free Roaming to Mexico and Canada
 ubergizmo.com
AT&T Monday announced new roaming benefits for customers who want to use their phones on their home network while they're in Canada or Mexico. Starting May 20th, customers can get AT&T's Mexico roaming feature for free when they switch to its new Mobile Share Value plans.
Relief for San Ysidro's Pedestrian Crossers on July 15
 San Diego Union Tribune
Border crossers walking into San Ysidro from Tijuana can expect some relief this summer with the opening of the new PedWest entrance. U.S. and Mexican federal officials announced last week that they will begin processing pedestrian crossers in the new inspection lanes on July 15.
Baja Sur: Cabo San Lucas vs San José del Cabo
 MEXlend Mortgages for Mexico
Though geographically close, Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo are very distinct and both are appealing in different ways. The Baja Sur MEXlend office, offering mortgages in Los Cabos and beyond, offers a brief guide to the differences between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo.
Hotel Matilda Dinner Kicks Off San Miguel Food Festival
 BanderasNews.com
The San Miguel Food Festival is one of the biggest and most anticipated annual culinary events in Mexico, and this year the gala gourmet gathering will get underway on Thursday, July 14, with a 'Kick-Off Dinner' at Hotel Matilda's Moxi restaurant featuring two of the country's top chefs.
Cruise Passenger Arrivals in Mexico Rise 2.1% in Q1
 Latin American Herald Tribune
A total of 750 cruise ships have called on Mexico's principal tourist ports in the first quarter of this year, up 2.1% from the same period last year. A total of 2,175 ships and 5.92 million foreign tourists are expected to visit Mexico's ports by the end of 2016, the Tourism Secretariat said.
Vallarta is Our #1 Pick for Luxury Beach Retirement
 Live and Invest Overseas
Puerto Vallarta is one of the most sophisticated resorts in Mexico, with more cachet than Mazatlán and more chic than Cancún. Though it's a major cruise ship destination, the massive influx of tourists hasn't lessened Vallarta's appeal for those thinking about staying on longer term.
Puerto Vallarta a Paradise for LGBT Travelers
 Jan Alastair
Things have come a long way in Mexico for the gay traveler, as many cities and states are opening their arms to the LGBT community. Puerto Vallarta is among the 'hot spots' - especially during the month of May, when the city hosts the annual Vallarta Pride festival.
New Tierra Alta Owner to Design & Build a Modern Cabin
 BanderasNews.com
Javier Jimenez, a successful Puerto Vallarta businessman, will build an exciting new 'modern cabin' at the Tierra Alta eco cabin development 2 kilometers from the mountain town of El Tuito in the oak-covered foothills of the Sierra Madres. Javier expects to begin cabin construction in September.
 PVRPV Summer Sale: Andrew Christian Signature Suites
 BanderasNews.com
Are you planning to visit Puerto Vallarta, Mexico this Summer? If so, how would you like to stay in a celebrity-owned luxury condominium at a discounted price? PVRPV.com is offering Summer Savings on stays in Andrew Christian Suites at Signature by Pinnacle.
GAP: Passenger Traffic Increase in 12 Mexican Airports
 Business Wire
Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico has reported international traffic up 10.2 percent and an overall passenger increase of 19.4 percent at its 13 airports, (12 Mexico-based airports and 1 in Montego Bay, Jamaica) for the month of April 2016, compared to traffic figures for April 2015.
Puerto Peñasco Cruise Ship Port Work to Resume Soon
 BanderasNews.com
Work on the cruise ship home port in Puerto Peñasco is expected to resume within 30-60 days. Sonora government officials say they are clearing up problems left by the previous administration in preparation for releasing more funds for the completion of the $100 million facility.
Mexico's 2016 Tianguis Turístico: Breaking News
 Travel Pulse
Having recouped its standing as one of the world's top ten most visited countries according to the WTO, Mexico pulled out all the stops at the 41st Tianguis Turístico, showcasing its cultural & artisanal diversity and introducing new developments in Vallarta-Nayarit and other areas.
Vallarta's Casa Velas Promotes New Wedding Package
 BanderasNews.com
Couples tying the knot can enjoy a 'Beyond All-Inclusive, Beyond All-Compare' Presidential Suite wedding promotion at Casa Velas, a boutique adults-only hotel and ocean club on the Marina Vallarta Golf Course in Puerto Vallarta.
Hook the Cure Returns to Puerto Vallarta Nov. 3
 Gary Green
The Eleventh Annual Hook the Cure powered by IOTEC will return to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on November 3, 2016. The four-day catch-and-release offshore tournament, an official event of the Redbone Celebrity Series, will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
8 TripAdvisor Greenleaders Hotels in Riviera Nayarit
 Jorge Jiménez
TripAdvisor's GreenLeaders program has recognized several hotels this year that have proven their commitment to the environment through their strict eco-friendly policies. The list includes eight properties in the Riviera Nayarit on Mexico's Pacific Coast.
Marriott Offers Group Travelers a Chance To Give Back
 hospitalitynet.org
Group travelers staying at a Marriott property in Mexico or the Caribbean can help a local charity through the company's new 'Carry-on Charity' program. The program offers a credit to cover the cost of an additional checked bag so travelers can bring items to donate to local charities.
Farm Work, Food and Fun in the Country with PVGC
 Vallarta Garden Club
Attention local residents and gardening lovers! Here's a new opportunity to get out of Puerto Vallarta for a day into the beautiful farm country just outside of Mezcales. Join us for a day of farm work, fun and food any Wednesday in May (4, 11, 18, 25), from 9 am until early afternoon.
Peña Nieto Introduces 'Viajemos Todos por México'
 BanderasNews.com
During the inauguration of Tianguis Turístico 2016, which was held April 25-28 in Guadalajara, President Enrique Pena Nieto unveiled 'Viajemos Todos por Mexico,' a national campaign designed to help Mexican people with limited resources travel within the country economically.
Cirque du Soleil Theme Park to Open in Nuevo Vallarta
 Lorena Sonrisas
During Tianguis Turístico 2016, held this week at Expo Guadalajara, Cirque du Soleil CEO Daniel Lamarre gave attendees more details about their new theme park, which will be built in Nuevo Vallarta, and centered around their newest show 'Luzia: A Waking Dream of Mexico.'
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