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Mexico Offers Retirees a Wide Range of Lifestyle Choices
 investopedia.com
At nearly 2 million square kilometers, Mexico offers a wide range of lifestyle choices for retirees – from quaint colonial villages to vibrant beach towns. If you're thinking about Mexico for your retirement destination, here are five cities/regions worth considering.
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meeting at NWJ! February 19
 Suzanne Kirkpatrick
The Puerto Vallarta Garden Club will hold their monthly meeting on February 19th at 11:00 am at No Way José! Restaurant. The guest speaker will be Troy Martz, who is working to organize regenerative and sustainable permaculture markets in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay.
Grupo Vidanta to Debut New Greg Norman Golf Course
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
This May, Grupo Vidanta will inaugurate the newest golf course in the Banderas Bay area designed by Greg Norman. It will open with 9 holes, with the balance to 18 opening in November, adding the name Vidanta Golf Greg Norman Design to the list of world-class courses in Riviera Nayarit.
A Mardi Gras History Lesson To Get You 'In The Mood'
 Tim Longpré
Over 50 entries have already signed up and over 20,000 spectators are expected to enjoy Puerto Vallarta's family-friendly Mardi Gras Carnaval parade at 8 pm on Tuesday, February 17th. To get you in the mood, here are a few fun facts about Mardi Gras that you may not know.
Vallarta Hotels Report Above Average Occupancy
 María Francesca
Thanks to an influx of foreign tourists, mostly from the United States and Canada, Puerto Vallarta hotels have maintained high occupancies during the first part of the year. The Jalisco Ministry of Tourism reported an above average 80% occupancy rate during the first 3 weeks of January.
Spoil Your Valentine with Ollin Mexica Jewelry
 Erin Staley
With farm-to-table produce, live music, artisan products and ready-to-eat goodies, the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural is the place to be! Our vendors feature 'make it, bake it, grow it' treasures to spoil your sweetheart this Valentine's Day!
Southwest to Offer More Destinations Out of Love Field
 Michael Isenbek
Pending government approval, Southwest Airlines will be adding new nonstop flights from Love Field in Dallas, Texas to San Jose, Costa Rica in March 2015; to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico in June 2015; and to Belize City, Belize in October of 2015.
US Softball Teams Compete in Vallarta College Challenge
 triplecrownsportsmedia.com
Last week, Triple Crown Sports announced the four schools slated to play in the inaugural Triple Crown Puerto Vallarta College Challenge women's softball games, scheduled to be played at the Nancy Almaraz Stadium in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico from February 26-28, 2015.
2015 Events Scheduled Throughout Riviera Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Travelers visiting Riviera Nayarit this year will have an abundance of things to see and do, including culinary competitions, luxury yacht regattas, and new events such as the International Surfing Association World Stand Up Paddle and Paddleboard Championship to be held in Sayulita.
2015 Vallarta Mardi Gras Parade Keeps Getting Bigger!
 Tim Longpré
If your plans are still 'up in the air' for Tuesday, February 17th, join over 20,000 other spectators and 45 + crowd-wowing entries for Puerto Vallarta's Annual Mardi Gras Carnaval Parade. This year's glittery, bead-hurling parade will take to the cobblestone streets at 8:00 pm.
Mexico May See Record Numbers of US Tourists in 2015
 Dora Hasan Mekouar
Thanks to lower gas prices and a stronger dollar, Americans are expected to take a record number of international trips over the next few years. Many of those visitors will drive to Mexico, as well as to Canada, the second most popular foreign destination for Americans.
 PVRPV.com's Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week
 Tim Longpré
If you are planning a dream vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, look no further than Puerto Vallarta Rentals Premier Vacations' website, PVRPV.com. This week's featured vacation rental property, Casa Annabel, on the banks of the Cuale River, only half a block from Los Muertos Beach.
Puerto Vallarta Visitors Love the IFC's Home Tours
 Conrad Kostelecky
The IFC has been touring some of the most unique and beautiful homes in Puerto Vallarta for almost 30 years. In air conditioned busses, each week they visit four homes throughout PV - from downtown to Mismaloya. First time and repeat guests alike have praise for the approximatly 3 hour tour.
2015 Vallarta Mardi Gras Registrations Set New Record
 Tim Longpré
Over the past several years, one of the most anticipated events of the season has been Vallarta's annual Mardi Gras Parade. This year's glittery, bead-hurling parade will be held on Tuesday, February 17th - and, with over 30 entries registred, it'll be bigger & better than ever!
Punta Mita International Golf Club Challenge a Success
 Paulina Feltrin
Last week, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, located in Mexico's most exclusive beach community along the golden shores of the Riviera Nayarit, hosted the Punta Mita International Golf Club Challenge, which featured a special appearance by 15-time PGA Tour winner, Corey Pavin.
Southside Shuffle: Luis Valui Expo at Galleria Dante
 Claire Guarniere
An art exhibition by Guadalajara artist Luis Valui opens at Galleria Dante on Friday, January 23, as part of this week's Southside Shuffle. Stop by Puerto Vallarta's largest and most eclectic art gallery from 6-10 pm to meet the artist and enjoy complimentary cocktails.
Sourdough Bread Comes to the Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
'Make it, bake it, grow it' market fun awaits this Saturday! The Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural features over 90 vendors with locally grown produce, one-of-a-kind artisan products, live music, on-site services and of course, ready-to-eat goodies.
Second Edition Puerto Vallarta Guidebooks Have Arrived!
 BanderasNews.com
The Second Editions of two popular guidebooks by local author Sandra Cesca have arrived from the printers! 'Walking Puerto Vallarta and beyond' has been updated to 150 pages of full-color photos, and 'Tropical Plants and Walks of Puerto Vallarta' has been updated to include new plants.
4th Annual 'Taste of La Cruz' at Marina Riviera Nayarit
 Landon Hollander
In three short years Taste Of La Cruz has become a destination event for the Riviera Nayarit, many visitors planning their vacations to include the annual exhibition, which will take place this year on Saturday, January 24th, 2015 from 3:00 until 7:00 pm.
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