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An Investment Strategy for Vacation Owners
 Patrick Harrison
Private residence club membership has grown into a sophisticated and popular way to secure vacations for the future. This sophistication has now been raised to an even higher level in Latin America through Swiss Alliance Group’s vacation ownership annuity program.
New TV Channel for Panamerican Games
 Elizabeth Ibal
In an effort to continue providing educational and cultural programming, Jalisco System Radio and Television (SJRT) have launched a new station, C7 Puerto Vallarta. This is the station on which the coastal region will have free access to Pan American Games coverage.
Escala Magazine Praises Puerto Vallarta
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Airline magazines, including U.S. Airways, Virgin America, Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico, are praising Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. This month, AeroMexico's onboard magazine, Escala, features Puerto Vallarta on its' cover, calling it 'The Friendliest Place in the Pacific.'
Travel Weekly Features Riviera Nayarit Cuisine
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Travel Weekly, one of the most influential publications for travel agents in the United States, dedicated an article to the Gourmet Experience, which is taking place in Mexico's Pacific Treasure, Riviera Nayarit.
Violence in Mexico Old News for U.S. Travel Agents
 Chase Buckner
A delegation of Mexico tourism officials recently returned from a tour of several US cities, where they met with hundreds of travel agents. Headed by Secretary of Tourism Gloria Guevara, the delegation reports that for most agents, the safety of Mexico was old news.
No Travel Warning for Puerto Vallarta
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
While it is true that Mexico’s state of Jalisco has had incidents in Colotlan and Yahualica, Puerto Vallarta is located more than 300 miles away from these cities, the distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco. This is why there are no travel warnings for Vallarta.
Climate Change Research in West Mexico
 Leslie Korn
Center for World Indigenous Studies Chairman Rudolph Ryser has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to conduct research in western México and deliver lectures at the Universidad del Valle de Atemajac (UNIVA) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico during the 2011-2012 academic year.
Baseball: One of Mexico's Most Popular Sports
 David Simmonds
Nothing can replace fútbol – known here as soccer - as the most popular sport in Mexico, but baseball comes in a strong second. From Tijuana to Tampico, in the large cities and the smallest villages, you find ballparks.
Marieta Islands Coral Reef Check Findings
 LivePuntaMita.com
According to the last scientific study of the Marietas, it was determined that these islands possess the greatest abundance of reef fish, home to 103 of the 159 registered species in the Bay of Banderas, as well as diverse species of coral.
Pan American Sailing in Puerto Vallarta
Jorge Chavez
The 2011 Pan-American sailing events will take place in Puerto Vallarta October 17-23. The venue will be the Vallarta Yacht Club, located in Nuevo Vallarta's Paradise Village Marina on Banderas Bay, where 140 athletes will compete for three Pan American medals.
Best Surfing Vacation Spots in Mexico
 Christine Delsol
Fishermen might have gotten there first, but decades before Cancún put Mexico at the top of the heap for sun-and-sand vacations, peripatetic surfers discovered the sublime beaches that fringe Mexico's west coast.
Mazatlan Hosts Mexico’s World Tourism Day
 John Ganjei
Tourism Secretary Gloria Guevara Manzo recently named Mazatlan as host of Mexico’s 2011 World Tourism Day. An annual event, World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27 around the world in hopes of increasing cultural awareness among the international community.
Celebrate 'El Grito' in Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
With many area hotels offering 25-40% discounts from September 15-18, and Sayulita hosting a beach cleanup and Stand Up Paddle competition on the 17th, celebrating Mexico’s Independence in Riviera Nayarit offers you a unique opportunity to rest, have fun and enjoy nature.
Vallarta Celebrates El Mes de la Patria
 BanderasNews Team
Every September, known as El Mes de la Patria, cities throughout Mexico host a series of patriotic celebrations commemorating Mexico's Independence from Spain. Here in Puerto Vallarta, there's plenty of entertainment and lots of activities going on all month long.
Fall Fishing in Puerto Vallarta is Incredible!
 Stan Gabruk
Welcome to September, arguably one of the best months of the year for fishing in Puerto Vallarta. With monster Yellowfin Tuna at Corbeteña, Dorados in Punta Mita and Sailfish running at most of the popular fishing grounds, it doesn't get much better than this!
Sayulita Beach Clean-Up and SUP Event
 VirtualVallarta.com
On Saturday, September 17, real estate developer Punta Sayulita is partnering with Ocean Conservancy for a beach cleanup. Volunteers will meet at 9:30 am at Punta Sayulita’s Beach House. Immediately following the beach clean-up, there will be stand-up paddle relay races.
Pan American Games Formally Presented in Vallarta
Jorge Chavez
Last Saturday, with just 41 days before the start of the XVI Pan American Games, Pan Am, state and city officials pronounced Puerto Vallarta ready to host the 2011 sailing competition, open water swim, Triathlon and beach volleyball games.
Four Reasons Why People Retire in Mexico
 David Krug
If you still think that moving to Mexico is not a good idea, you might want to think again. Mexico's ideal weather and laid back lifestyle are just two of the many reasons why a good number of retirees spend their retirement years in this country.
Riviera Nayarit Golf Tournament of Stars
 RivieraNayarit.com
Punta de Mita was chosen by the Grupo Acir countrywide network as the venue for the 11th Tournament of Stars, an annual golf tournament that will take place at the exclusive Bahía and Pacífico golf courses on October 21 and 22, 2011.
Retirement & Second Homes in Mexico 2011
 Mitch Creekmore
According to the International Community Foundation, Mexico is the number one retirement destination for North Americans. '6,000,000 retired Americans will live in Mexico by 2025. That equates to an increase of 4,000,000 retirees over the next 14 years,' the ICF predicts.
2012 Tianguis Turistico Mexico Dates Announced
 BanderasNews.com
The Ministry of Tourism reports that advance preparations for the organization of the 37th edition of the Tianguis Turistico Mexico, which will take place at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Centre from March 25-28, 2012, are underway.
Disney Wonder Cruises Return to Vallarta
 Rodrigo Lopez Becerril
One of the world's most beloved cruise lines has decided that Puerto Vallarta is still an attractive destination for adults and children. Disney Wonder Mexican Riviera cruises will set sail in Los Angeles and arrive in Vallarta every Wednesday starting September 28, 2011.
New Hilton Hotel to Open in Puerto Vallarta
 Susie Albin-Najera
Hilton Worldwide announced that it has signed a franchise development agreement with Grupo Hotelero Santa Fe for the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Puerto Vallarta. Scheduled to open in Fall 2012, Hilton Puerto Vallarta will feature 259 luxury rooms.
Playing Golf in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Ron Sitarski
I've been coming to Puerto Vallarta for 35 years. However, not until this past year have I decided to go back to my one true love, golf. Some of the world's greatest golf course architects have designed courses in this region, including Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf.
Four Seasons Punta Mita Named #1 Family Resort
 Live Punta Mita
Known as one of the world’s leading travel magazines, Travel + Leisure has just released the results of its annual poll to determine the 2011 World’s Best Awards and Punta Mita’s Four Seasons Resort received the award for 'The World’s Best Resort for Families in Mexico.'
Sweepstakes Winners Loved Vallarta Trip
 Maile Johnston
Congratulations to Puerto Vallarta’s Tourism Trust 2011 sweepstake trip winners Latasha and Michael Johnson from Los Angeles, who entered the contest and won the all expenses paid trip for two to Puerto Vallarta that included a 4 night stay in the beautiful Barceló Hotel.
Puerto Vallarta to Host 2012 World Economic Forum
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
Next year's World Economic Forum will take place in Puerto Vallarta’s International Convention Center from April 16-18, 2012. The 2012 Young Global Leaders Annual Summit will be held as part of the meeting in Nuevo Vallarta from April 14-16, 2012.
Riviera Nayarit Gastronomy Seminar Oct. 3–5
 RivieraNayarit.com
The Third Gastronomic Seminar will take place October 3–5 at Marival Resort & Suites in Riviera Nayarit. The program includes conferences, tasting events and presentations for industry professionals, and will attract media that specializes in gastronomic tourism.
Virgin America Puerto Vallarta Flights Start Dec. 2
 Ben Mutzabaugh
Virgin America has received approval from U.S. regulators to begin service to Puerto Vallarta. The airline will begin service on December 2 and will fly to the Mexican resort destination two times a week (Mondays and Thursday) from its San Francisco hub.
Mariachi Groups Gather in Guadalajara
 latino.foxnews.com
About 40 mariachi groups from Sweden, the United States, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico paraded over the weekend through Guadalajara to mark the start of the International Mariachi and Charreria Conference. Charro championship, concerts and galas continue through Sunday.
How Safe is Travel in Mexico?
 Carol Pucci
How safe is travel in Mexico? Mexican Tourism Secretary Gloria Guevara talks about drug-related violence and its toll on travel and tourism. 'Asking if Mexico is safe,' she says, 'is a little like asking if something happens in Atlanta, is it safe to go to Seattle.'
Vallarta Prepares PanAmerican Decorations
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Puerto Vallarta’s city government, led by Mayor Salvador Gonzalez Reséndiz, and the Economic Promotions Bureau will render $600,000 pesos to decorate the city for the four XVI PanAmerican Games events that will take place in Vallarta October 16-23, 2011.
Journalists Convention in Vallarta Sept 8-9
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Both Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will be seeking to capture the attention of the most important journalists in Latin America at the International Journalists Convention, scheduled to take place at the Centro Universitario de la Costa September 8 and 9.
Mexican Migrants Coming Home in Droves
 laht.com
The number of Mexican emigrants who opted to return to their homeland from the United States increased sharply over the past five years to almost 1 million, according to census data. The exodus of Mexicans to the US has likewise been reduced by 70 percent over the last 4 years.
 Simply Vallarta: Driving Across the Border
 Laura Gelezunas
For many, the words, 'crossing the Mexican border,' spark apprehension, especially if driving is involved. However, many Puerto Vallarta locals make the drive several times per year. In this edition, Laura talks with Robina Oliver and Carlos Vasquez about their experiences.
Mexico Safer Than Headlines Indicate
Christine Delsol
Based on FBI crime statistics for 2010 and Mexican government data released early this year, Mexico City's drug-related-homicide rate per 100,000 population was one-tenth of Washington's overall homicide rate - 2.2 deaths per 100,000 population compared with 22.
Mexican President's PBS Adventure Show
 Mark Stevenson
Mexican President Felipe Calderon is personally trying to change his country's violent reputation by appearing as a sort of adventure tour guide in a series of TV programs to be broadcast starting in September on Public Broadcasting Service stations in the United States.
Vallarta Hosts 9° Teletón Golf Tournament
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
For the ninth year in a row, Puerto Vallarta will host the kickoff event for Mexico's annual Telethon for disabled children - a Golf Tournament that will attract golfers, celebrities and the media to Vista Vallarta Golf Course, October 7th through the 9th, 2011.
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