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Vallarta Life: A Visit to Hacienda Las Animas' LADRA
Banderas News Team

On this episode of Vallarta Life, Laura takes us to LADRA, a non-profit organization that saves and cares for neglected animals in Las Animas, a tranquil beach town on the southern shores of Banderas Bay.

DIF FUNd Run for Puerto Vallarta Student Scholarships
PuertoVallarta.gob.mx

As part of the System for Integral Family Development 'events with a cause' program, a Scholarship Sponsor Run will be held on September 20 to raise funds for primary and secondary school students that do not have sufficient financial resources.

Puerto Vallarta Fiestas Patrias Schedule of Events
Banderas News Team

As is tradition, from September 13th through 16th Puerto Vallarta will commemorate La Independencia de Mexico with a series of colorful and patriotic festivities celebrating the events and people that eventually resulted in Mexico's Independence from Spain.

Take a Peek at the Upcoming Events in Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez

The Riviera Nayarit is preparing for big events in September and October, all geared towards locals and visitors alike. One look at the events calendar and you're going to want to start planning your next vacation in Mexico's Pacific Treasure.

Vallarta Botanical Gardens September Newsletter
Bob Price

Since opening the Gardens gates in 2005, Vallarta Botanical Gardens (VBG) has won international accolades as a not-to-be missed highlight of any trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Here's the latest news from VBG Founder and Curator, Bob Price.

AMPI Historic Centers Symposium in San Miguel de Allende
John K. Glaab

San Miguel de Allende, declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, was the ideal location for The Mexican Association of Real estate Professionals (AMPI) to stage its Fourth Annual Symposium of Historic Centers and World Heritage Cities.

Municipal Protection Program has Released 3000 Turtles
BanderasNews.com

Thus far in the current spawning season, 3,000 Olive Ridley turtles have been released on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta, making the city a leader in the preservation of this species that is part of the Banderas Bay region's natural diversity.

Fiestas Patrias Celebrations are Underway in Pitillal
PuertoVallarta.gob.mx

Las Fiestas Patrias (Mexican Independence celebrations) have begun in Pitillal, a suburban area of Puerto Vallarta that has for the most part remained untouched by tourism and still feels like the 'real' Mexico. The celebrations will continue all month long.

Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta Convention Center Unveiled
BanderasNews.com

The anticipation generated with the laying of the cornerstone in October of 2014 was amply rewarded on Saturday, August 22, when the All Inclusive Collection officially unveiled Sanctuary, the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta's new convention center in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit.

Tianguis Lo De Marcos Looks Forward to Second Season
BanderasNews.com

The Tianguis Lo de Marcos will reopen its doors for its second season on November 7. Held every Saturday from 9 am until 2 pm, this weekly event expects to continue its growth and history of drawing visitors from around Banderas Bay to Lo de Marcos, Nayarit.

Plunging Peso Means Bargains in Puerto Vallarta
Bay Area Reporter

Now is a great time to visit Mexico's most popular gay destination, Puerto Vallarta. Last week, the Mexican peso plunged to its all time lowest level, sinking to nearly 17 pesos per dollar. That means you can live it up at some of the city's finest restaurants and bars on the cheap.

500 Olive Ridley Turtles Released in Puerto Vallarta
PuertoVallarta.gob.mx

As part of the Sea Turtle Conservation and Preservation Program implemented by the Puerto Vallarta municipal government in June, last week saw the first turtle release of the season, in which about 500 baby Olive Ridley turtles were returned to the sea.

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Summer News & Happenings
Matthias Vogt

What a busy summer we've had! So far, 2015 has been the Puerto Vallarta Garden Club's most ambitious year ever - and we can't wait for you to see all of the work we've done when you return to Puerto Vallarta for the high season. It's beautiful.

7th Banderas Bay Rotary Club Golf Tournament, Oct. 24
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The Bahia de Banderas Rotary Club invites you to participate in their Seventh Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the people of Banderas Bay, which will be held at the Flamingos Golf course near Bucerias on Saturday, October 24, 2015, starting at 8:30 am.

PVRPV's Puerto Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week
Condominios Olas Altas Studio 3

This week, Puerto Vallarta Rentals Premier Vacations (PVRPV.com) brings you Casa Scooter, a charming air-conditioned second floor studio condo in a private 7 unit complex right in the heart of the Romantic Zone - just steps away from the shops, restaurants and bars on Olas Altas.

Greenpeace 'Esperanza' to Visit Puerto Vallarta
María Francesca

'Esperanza,' the Greenpeace vessel that has been patrolling the Gulf of California looking for the illegal fishing nets that kill Vaquita Porpoises, will be in Puerto Vallarta from August 21 to 25. She will be docked at the Maritime Terminal and will be offering the public guided tours.

Discover the Magic of Chacala on the Riviera Nayarit
Lindy Laing

What is this magical place they call Chacala? According to those that have discovered the 'secret' beach halfway up the Riviera Nayarit coastline, just 62 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, this little piece of paradise holds an air of something rather mystical.

Nothing Can Compare to Our 'Pueblito Vallartense'
Grace Ramirez

I have travelled Mexico extensively since my arrival in this amazing country in July of 1991. I have had the privileged to visit and experience all the top tourist destinations, but nothing compares to the perfect blend of ambiance and eccentricities in 'Nuestro Pueblo Vallartense.'

2015 Mundo Golf Tour at Vidanta Golf Nuevo Vallarta
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The 2015 Mundo Golf Tour is making its third appearance in Riviera Nayarit at the Vidanta Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta next Saturday, August 29th. This amazing golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus will present quite the challenge for players.


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