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10th Banderas Bay Marlin & Tuna Fishing Tournament
 Banderas News Team
Fishing teams with up to four members per boat are invited to participate in the Bahía de Banderas Sport Fishing Club's 10th International Tuna and Marlin Fishing Tournament in Banderas Bay, which will take place July 14-16, 2016 at the Vallarta Yacht Club in the Paradise Village Marina.
Frontier Airlines to Offer Chicago-Vallarta Flights
 Jorge Jiménez
The tourism region comprised by the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta continues to be a very attractive market for US airlines - especially during the wintertime. This is why Frontier Airlines has opened up reservations for a new seasonal route from Chicago O'Hare to the destination.
PV Getting a Boost from Southwest's New LAX Service
 tropicasa.com
Currently, Southwest Airlines serves 4 Mexican destinations from 8 US cities. But the low fare carrier is anticipating the U.S. Department of Transportation's approval of daily flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Jose del Cabo, Cancun and Vallarta by month's end.
Puerto Vallarta to Host a Series of Fun Runs in July
 María Francesca
Whether you are looking for a change of pace, a fun way to stay in shape, or a chance to 'strut your stuff' in friendly competition, Puerto Vallarta has something fun for everyone to enjoy in July. The city is revving up for a series of Fun Runs that are all about getting active and having fun.
Puerto Vallarta Among Mexico's Top Vacation Destinations
 Marie Callan
Finding a reason to travel to Mexico isn't difficult. However, picking the perfect place to spend your summer vacation is another story. Fortunately, US News has just released their Top 10 Best Mexico Vacations rankings - and it comes as no surprise that Puerto Vallarta is on the list.
Real Estate Development Underway on Mexico's Costalegre
 MLS Vallarta
Information regarding Costalegre is hard to come by. The principal players tend to keep anything concerning the region to themselves, partly to protect their privacy and, to some degree, inhibit development. But, as the government works on infrastructure, development is underway.
Tropical America Palm Ranch Needs Volunteer Gardeners
 Carla Piringer
How would you like to get out of Puerto Vallarta for a day trip into the beautiful farm country just north of Nuevo Vallarta? Tropical America, a 50 acre working palm and tropical plant ranch near Mezcales, needs volunteers to do numerous tasks around the farm. Here's how you can help.
'Se Buscan Heroes' Campaign Saves Las Islas Marietas
 Jorge Jiménez
Just six months after the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau launched the 'Se Buscan Heroes' communications and donations campaign, the compliance rate for regulations pertaining to the conservation of Las Islas Marietas reached 99% in the months of April and May of 2016.
 PVRPV Offers Summer Savings on Vallarta Vacations
 Aurora del Sol, Los Muertos Beach
PVRPV Puerto Vallarta Vacations is offering a Summer Vacation Special at Aurora del Sol, just $150 USD/night for any reservations booked from July 17 to October 31, 2016. Located right on Los Muertos Beach in the heart of Old Town, this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo boasts breathtaking views.
XII National Clean Beaches Convention Postponed
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The National Water Commission announced Saturday that the XII National Clean Beaches Convention, which was set to take place June 22-25 in Nuevo Vallarta, has been postponed due to conflicting schedules. The good news is that President Peña Nieto will preside over the inauguration.
'Summer on the Island' Courses for Children Ages 7-12
 BanderasNews.com
Summer is about to begin and with it the school holidays. What better way for kids to spend them than in a fun and creative way? That is why the Vallarta Institute of Culture is offering Summer Courses on the Island for children ages 7-12 from July 18 through August 5, 2016.
Vallarta's Playa de Oro Awarded Blue Flag Certification
 María Francesca
Puerto Vallarta's natural attributes help it stand out as one of the best vacation destinations in the world, as was recently proven when Playa de Oro was awarded Blue Flag certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education's international jury of environmentalists.
It's Sea Turtle Nesting Season in Puerto Vallarta
 Marie Callan
Created in 1981, the Puerto Vallarta sea turtle conservation program now draws thousands of tourists to the shores of Banderas Bay every summer for the annual turtle hatching season, which runs from late June to December, and offers visitors an educational vacation experience.
PVRPV's Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week
 Villa Rosa, Alta Vista
This week, PVRPV presents Villa Rosa, a beautiful 4,000 square foot Mexican villa overlooking Banderas Bay. Located in a quiet neighborhood on the southside of Puerto Vallarta, about a 10 minute walk to Los Muertos Beach, this 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath villa sleeps 10 comfortably.
Nayarit Ocean Fest at B Nayar Village & Resort
 Penny Isabel
Mark your calendars for June 26! The First Annual Nayarit Ocean Fest at B Nayar Village & Resort is promising to be an event you really don't want to miss. The mission of the event is to celebrate the ocean and collaborate on how to protect the beautiful Bay of Banderas at our doorstep.
Substantial Rainy Season Forecast for Puerto Vallarta
 Ricardo Acerco
El Centro Universitario de la Costa's meteorological department director, Victor Manuel Cornejo, says that the rainy season in this area of the Pacific has just begun and there's a strong possibility that Puerto Vallarta is in for some stormy weather during the rest of June and all of July.
Vallarta Tourism Infrastructure Expands to Meet Demand
 Lorena Sonrisas
The director of the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust, Agustin Alvarez Valdivia, says that the expansion of the city's cruise ship port and the remodeling of the international airport are a sign of confidence by some very prominent entrepreneurs that tourism is strong and will continue to grow.
Need to Know: Taking Medications Into and Out of Mexico
 Adam Garcia
Kerfuffles regarding pills and traveling in to and out of Mexico – its good to know the rules! Whether buying pharmaceuticals in Mexico to take back home, or carrying OTC medications through customs in Puerto Vallarta or any other Mexican airport, it is important to know proper procedure.
Celebrate July 4th/Canada Day with a Vallarta Adventure
 Stan Francis
Looking for a different and exciting way to celebrate the 4th of July or Canada Day in Puerto Vallarta? The American Legion is sponsoring a special Rhythms of the Night spectacular on Saturday, July 2, and Vallarta Adventures is offering a one-time-only price for this special event.
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