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Conanp Accredits Guides for Islas Marietas Tours
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
On October 4, Conanp presented credentials to the Vallarta-Nayarit tour guides who received accreditation for the new best practices and visitation regulations surrounding the Islas Marietas National Park. Now, they alone have permission to take tourists to Playa del Amor.
Dog Rescue Assoc. Offers Free Stay in Puerto Vallarta
 Barbara Sherman
Most people come to Puerto Vallarta to soak up some sun, swim in the surf and experience Mexican culture. But another option has come up for animal lovers who want to vacation here - free room and board at Hacienda Las Animas for LADRA (Las Animas Dog Rescue Association) volunteers.
 PVRPV's Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week
 Torre Allende 6
PVRPV presents Torre Allende 6, a spacious two bedroom, two bath condo decorated in a sophisticated minimalistic style that's both luxurious and functional. Boasting spectacular views and direct access to the pool and deck, this is the perfect Puerto Vallarta vacation rental property.
44th International Cervantino Festival in Guanajuato
 EFE
The 44th International Cervantino Festival kicked off last weekend in Guanajuato, and continues until October 23 with a program that includes some 700 activities, in which around 3,500 artists from 38 countries will take part from the worlds of music, visual arts, theater and literature.
A Look at Puerto Vallarta's Huge Tourism Boom
 Travel Agent West
Tourism in Puerto Vallarta - and nearby Nuevo Vallarta just to the north of the airport - has been booming in the last few years. A total of 3.6 million tourists visited Vallarta in 2015, and 136 cruises called in the destination. In 2016, a total of 149 cruise ships are anticipated.
Mexico Ranks #9 for International Tourist Arrivals
 Mexidata
The World Tourism Organization's 'Tourism Highlights 2016 Edition' lists the top ten tourism-receiving nations by international tourist arrivals (how many tourists from other countries visited last year) and, with 32.1 million international visitors in 2015, Mexico is ranked at #9.
PVRPV Offers Summer Rates on Oct-Nov Vacation Rentals
 Casa del Cielo 501 – Condo
Summer has come and gone, but PVRPV's Hot Summer Deals are still going strong! Have a look at Casa del Cielo, a 2 bedroom, 2 bath penthouse in the Amapas neighborhood that offers stunning views of Banderas Bay and discounted rates for October and November vacation rentals.
San Pancho Days Honor San Francisco's Patron Saint
 Lorena Sonrisas
If you're looking for an authentic taste of Mexican culture, head north of Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, Nayarit. From September 25 to October 4 this small village, better known as 'San Pancho,' will celebrate a nine-day festival honoring its namesake, Saint Francis of Assisi.
Call of Duties: Importing Household Items to Mexico
 Ron Morgan Properties
Ready to leave it all behind and move to Mexico, but would like to bring some of it with you? Importing goods to Mexico can be a confusing endeavor - particularly when trying to navigate what items are subject to duties and what you may bring in without taxation.
Why Mexico Should Be Your Next Holiday Destination
 BanderasNews.com
According to the Integrated System on Migration Operations, the UK ranks third among the countries from which most tourists come to Mexico. An article in the UK Telegraph recently listed 21 reasons why Mexico should be your next holiday destination. Here, we share the Top 10.
4th Annual La Cruz International Fishing Tournament
 Ricardo Acerco
Offering over 3 million pesos in prizes, the 4th Annual La Cruz International Fishing Tournament, scheduled to be held Sept 28-Oct 1, 2016 at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, promises some hot and heavy competition in the sailfish, marlin, tuna and dorado categories.
Chacala Fall Artist Residency Program, November 7-19
 Gerald Van Eeckhout
Are you a professional or budding artist? The 2016 Fall Chacalart Artist Residency Program, scheduled to be held from November 7-19, 2016, will give you the time to create, grow and expand your horizons in the tropical and soulful setting of Puerto de Chacala, on Mexico's Riviera Nayarit.
Puerto Vallarta Rated a Top Destination by Cruise Critic
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
A world-class destination where cruisers are welcomed with Mariachi bands and can enjoy a wide array of activities, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico has been rated the top Mexican Riviera and South America Port in Cruise Critic's first-ever Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards.
Aeromexico Increases Service on its 3 Routes to Canada
 PR Newswire
Aeromexico, Mexico's global airline, recently announced plans to increase the number of flights it offers to its three Canadian destinations, starting in December 2016. The expanded service will start on Dec. 1 on the Vancouver and Toronto routes, followed by Montreal on Dec. 2.
GAP: Passenger Traffic Up 14.6% in Mexican Airports
 Business Wire
Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico has reported total terminal passengers increased 14.6% in its 13 airports during August 2016, compared to the same period of the previous year. Domestic passenger traffic presented a 22.0% increase, while international passenger traffic increased 3.4%
LGBT Confex Coming to Mexico City for the First Time
 Gay Star News
Mexico's annual LGBT Confex will return for a two-day conference on October 26-27, 2016. This will be the conference's sixth annual meeting - and its first in Mexico City. Previous events have taken place Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Guadalajara, Vallarta-Nayarit and Merida.
Holland America Line Expands Mexican Riviera Cruises
 Ports & Bows
Holland America's 1,916-passenger Westerdam will sail 13 week-long voyages to the Mexican Riviera out of San Diego starting in October through February 2017. The seven-day Mexican Riviera itineraries will call at Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta.
3rd National Guayabitos Beach Volleyball Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Some of Mexico's best volleyball players will come together at Playa Rincon de Guayabitos in the Riviera Nayarit on September 10 and 11 to compete for the $30 thousand pesos in prizes to be won at the 3rd National Guayabitos Beach Volleyball Tournament.
Airlines Announce New Services to Puerto Vallarta
 groupstoday.com
In preparation for what is expected to be a record high season for Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, airlines continue to announce new flights. Southwest, American, Frontier and Polish Airlines are among the carriers offering direct flights to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport this winter.
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