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Southwest Airlines Applies for Denver-Vallarta Flights
PR Newswire

Southwest Airlines Co. filed an application Tuesday with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide daily flights between Denver International Airport and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

The Best of Gay Vallarta: 'Rivera Del Rio a Hidden Gem'
Banderas News Team

The Best of Gay Puerto Vallarta website has named Rivera Del Rio Boutique Hotel, a sumptuous Mexican bed and breakfast villa nestled on the verdant banks of the Rio Cuale in Old Town, as their 'Favorite Puerto Vallarta Hotel.' It is also a Top 10 Luxury Inns award winning property.

Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Special Guest: Lorena Ochoa
Live Punta Mita

The V Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic, scheduled to be held April 30th-May 3rd, is thrilled to announce the return of LPGA legend and former top female golfer in the world, Mexico's own Lorena Ochoa, who will be an honored guest at the event.

Ten Things You Absolutely Must Experience in Sayulita
Huffington Post

Sayulita, a sleepy beach town 25 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, is known for its relaxed hippy vibe, rich Huichol artisan culture, and town square that's totally walkable. Here are 10 things you absolutely must experience during your stay in Sayulita, Mexico.

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meeting at NWJ! April 16
Suzanne Kirkpatrick

Three world class gardens, the April 30-May 2 Puerto Vallarta Bugambilia Festival, and the annual election of officers are the subjects of the Vallarta Garden Club meeting, to be held at No Way José! Restaurant on Thursday, April 16, 2015.

Costalegre's New Airport Set to Boost Region's Tourism
Ana Figueroa

With a new airport in the works, Costalegre, an expanse of beaches, capes and bays between Manzanillo and Puerto Vallarta on Mexico's Pacific Coast, is about to become a bit more accessible. The new airport is expected to be up and running within two years.

Second Annual Pulpito Drag Derby to Run May 21
Amapas Neighborhood Association

The first Pulpito Drag Derby was such a hit with locals and tourists alike that the Amapas Junta Vecinal is staging a rematch on Thursday, May 21. This year's event will kick off Vallarta Pride and spill seamlessly into its Opening Party - like an Amapas block-party on steroids.

Bucerías Oyster Festival Celebrates 15 Years April 12
Banderas News Team

Since oyster harvesting is the mainstay of the economy in Bucerias (which means 'Place of the Divers') Nayarit, every year after Easter this laid-back seaside community hosts an Oyster Festival - a celebration filled with music, partying and plenty of food and fun.

Volaris Inaugurates New Guadalajara-Houston Flights
PR Newswire

On March 23, Volaris, the ultra-low cost airline operating the most extensive domestic route network servicing the US and Mexico, inaugurated new international service between the cities of Guadalajara, Jalisco and Houston, Texas with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

Vallarta Botanical Gardens Wins Garden Tourism Award
BanderasNews.com

The Vallarta Botanical Garden has once again been distinguished as one of the 'Top 10 North American Gardens Worth Travelling For' by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council. The award was presented on March 17 at the North American Garden Tourism Conference in Toronto.

Vallarta Named HRC's National Travel Partner for 2015
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board

The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board has partnered with the Human Rights Campaign, the largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans, as the organization's first national travel partner.

Three Ways to Play in Riviera Nayarit's Punta de Mita
Jennifer Ceaser

Punta de Mita, Mexico is only 30 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, in Riviera Nayarit, but it's a whole different kind of scene. And while relaxation is a definite must here, there's no reason you can't have an adventure - or three - while on vacation.

PV Authorities Coordinate '2015 Semana Santa Segura'
Nuestras Noticias

With Semana Santa - a time of religious celebration and vacationing of the masses - fast approaching, the Preventive Police, Transportation, Fire and Civil Protection Commissioners are getting everything ready to deploy operation 'Semana Santa Segura en Vallarta.'

2015 Puerto Vallarta Cruise Arrivals Increase by 26%
Union Jalisco

Puerto Vallarta has been gaining ground in the international cruise industry in recent years, and this year is no exception with arrivals expected to increase 26% over 2014. Last year 120 cruise ships anchored in Vallarta. This year 139 arrivals are already confirmed.

Mexico Launches New App for U.S. Anglers and Boaters
Ed Zieralski

Mexico is looking to simplify its permitting and visa requirements for U.S. fishermen and boaters and on Friday launched an App for all to use before venturing south. The App, available now for Android platforms and soon on iOS, connects anglers and boaters to Mexico's CONAPESCA.

Events Scheduled Throughout Riviera Nayarit in April
Riviera Nayarit CVB

Travelers visiting Riviera Nayarit next month will have an abundance of things to see and do, as the cuisine, adventure and cultural experiences that make 'Mexico's Pacific Treasure' such a sought-after destination will be showcased in a wide variety of festivals and tournaments.

2015 Vallarta Real Estate Fair: More Exhibitors & Fun
Timothy Real Estate Group

Scheduled to take place from 9:00 to 2:00 on Saturday, March 28th at the Rivera Molino Plaza on PV's South side, the 2015 Vallarta Real Estate Fair promises to be the very best ever with more exhibits, speakers and more entertainment than ever before.

Tierra Alta Presents: El Tuito Profiles - Tino Carbajal
David Kimball

Tierra Alta, a 7 hectare mountain property for custom built mountain cabins, lies just one mile from El Tuito. Just outside of this small town, an hour's drive from Vallarta, Tino Carbajal runs La Hacienda del Divisadero, a restaurant with open air seating that offers views of the countryside.

OITNB's Lea DeLaria to Lead 2015 Vallarta Pride Parade
BanderasNews.com

Vallarta Pride 2015's board recently announced that the very talented comedian, jazz musician and 'Orange is the New Black' actress, Lea DeLaria, will be the 2015 Vallarta Pride Parade's Grand Marshal. She will also participate in 'Big Boo's Birthday Bash,' an exclusive party for women.


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