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Q&A on Importing Vehicles to Mexico
Dino Deramee'

The US Consular Agency of Puerto Vallarta has announced a reservation only town meeting intended to educate the public on Mexican laws regarding the temporary importation of a foreign plated car to Mexico.

2012 Tianguis Turístico Welcome Cocktail
Riviera Nayarit CVB

Over 3,000 tourism industry professionals from around the world enjoyed a magical and unforgettable evening at the 2012 Tianguis Turístico Welcome Cocktail, which took place at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on March 25, 2012.

A Tribute to Vallarta Favorite, Ingé Lökös
Polly G. Vicars

Ingé Lökös, well-known author of 'Still Life With Violin' and Puerto Vallarta favorite, passed away March 13, 2012 in New York recovering from surgery for cancer. She left us with her son Laszlo and daughter-in-law Barbara, both beloved by Ingé, by her side.

Puerto Vallarta Charity Bingo Wrap Party
Lori Lorenzen

On Tuesday, March 27th from 7-10 pm, Nacho Daddy will be hosting a 'Shake, Rattle & Roll Sock Hop' - a 50's theme party to celebrate the goals reached and the funds raised for six local non-profit organizations at this season's Puerto Vallarta Charity Bingo games.

2012 Puerto Vallarta Wine Fest Events
Marie Callan

The 6th Annual Puerto Vallarta Wine Festival, which continues through March 27th, fuses wine and culture through wine tastings and seminars, music and dance performances at various locations around town, and wine and food pairing menus at 21 of PV's best restaurants.

Argentine Tango Exhibition at Los Arcos
Pat Henry

At 8 pm on Friday, March 30 at Los Arcos Amphitheater, Jaimes Friedgen and Christa Rodriguez will bring 'the dance that fires the imagination' alive at a free performance presented by the Puerto Vallarta Department of Culture, Hotel Rosita, and Tango Centro.

Every Tuesday Films: 'The Conspirator'
David Kamp and Judy Snow

As part of their Every Tuesday Movie Night film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad will present 'The Conspirator' on March 27th, at 7 pm, at the Paradise Community Center on the Southside of Vallarta.

2012 Tianguis Attracts Vallarta Realtors
RonMorgan.net

Mexico's premiere travel expo, Tianguis Turístico Mexico, not only attracts travel industry professionals but also local real estate brokers. Realtor Ron Morgan plans to attend every day in hopes of setting up junkets for those interested in purchasing their slice of paradise.

MEXlend Q&A: Mexico Real Estate Closings
David Schwendeman & Terence Reilly

Real Estate Closings, whether cash or financed, take longer in Mexico than most Americans and Canadians are accustomed to, but there are ways to ensure that the financed transaction comes to the closing table as quickly as possible...

Vallarta Artist Unleashes Her Passion
Laura Gelezunas

Vancouver artist, Diane Walsh, talks about her art and how living in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico seven months out of the year unleashes her passion and inspires her to create everything from from oil portraits to multi-media works including metal leaf, acrylic, glass and resin.

PVRPV Celebrates 7 Years in Vallarta
BanderasNews.com

This month, PV Rentals Premier Vacations is celebrating their 7th anniversary of offering affordable vacation rentals in Puerto Vallarta. Since 2005, PVRPV has grown from a small staff of 3 to a team of 24 professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

Is Vallarta's IFC a Club or a Charity?
Janie Albright Blank

Whether it is volunteers manning a booth at Vallarta's weekly Farmers' Market or in a social setting, IFC members are always getting questions about who they are and what they really do. Is it a social organization or a charity? The answer is that the IFC is both.

2012 Becas Vallarta Ball: A Perfect Event
Polly G. Vicars

According to Dictionary.com, perfection is 'the highest degree of proficiency, skill, or excellence' and 'exactly fitting the need in a certain situation or for a certain purpose.' The 2012 Becas Ball fit both descriptions.

Alternative Justice in Puerto Vallarta
Lorena Sonrisas

The City of Puerto Vallarta recently signed an agreement with the Jalisco State Institute for Alternative Justice, which authorized the municipality to provide citizens with an alternative method for resolving certain legal disputes without intervention from the courts.

House Hunters International to Feature PV
Katy Ochoa

Timothy Real Estate Group and Taniel Chemsian will be featured in an upcoming episode of the hit television show, House Hunters International, starring our very own Puerto Vallarta! The episode will air in the USA on April 6, at 10:30 pm EST and 1:30 am EST on HGTV.

Gallería Dante's Final Show of the Season
Claire, Joe & Gena Guarniere

Gallería Dante's last 'Meet the Artists' show of the season will be held this Friday, March 23rd. The show unites a trio from Guadalajara who represent three generations of artists that have collectively exhibited in Puerto Vallarta for more than 79 years.

Vallarta in Demand for Easter Holidays
Marie Callan

Tourism authorities estimate that one out of every five Mexicans - around 20 million people - will travel during the Easter Holidays (April 1-14, 2012) and Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular destinations for nationals looking for a few days of fun-in-the-sun.

20th Banderas Bay Regatta, March 20-24
Richard Williams

The 2012 version of the Banderas Bay Regatta is about to begin. The Regatta, now in its 20th year, is unique in that it is designed specifically for the cruising sailor who is carrying extra sails, spare parts, a solar cell panel or two, and lots of provisions.

La Cruz All Star Benefit Concert March 27
Landon Hollander

On March 27, 2012, Amigos de La Cruz will present an evening of videos and music featuring the premier episode of the Canadian television program 'Travel Secrets - Mexico' which highlights La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, as well as performances by La Cruz's best musicians.

Nayarit Farmers Using Beneficial Insects
Lorena Sonrisas

Beneficial insects are being introduced to the municipality of Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit in an effort to gradually reduce the indiscriminate use of agrochemicals and insecticides used in this rich agricultural region, where corn, beans, chiles, mangos, and palms are grown.

The Artist's Way Workshop in PV March 17
BanderasNews.com

Don't miss 'The Artist's Way' workshop, a one day crash course in creativity facilitated by Phyllis Davis, who will welcome all creatives and those who would like to be more creative, at her home in the Aramara neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on March 17, 2012.

Nayarit Offers Tianguis a Taste of Mexico
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The opening cocktail of the Tianguis Turístico México will take place in Marina Riviera Nayarit and will feature fare based on traditional and regional dishes designed by chef Patricia Quintana, Ambassador of Mexican Cuisine, and 18 chefs of Bahía de Banderas.

'The Queen of Sass and Crass' at The Palm
Mr. Tracy Parks

The new banner and posters hanging in the windows at The Palm this week contain the words, 'parental guidance: explicit lyrics' for good reason. Wendy Jo Smith, aka the Queen of Sass and Crass, opens Friday, March 16 and continues through March 31 at PV's The Palm Cabaret.

Daylight Saving Time in Mexico April 1st
John Thomas

While the US turned their clocks ahead for daylight-saving time on Sunday, March 11th this year, most of Mexico won't observe the time change until 2:00 am Sunday, April 1st. So if you'll be traveling to Mexico this March there will be an hour difference in time.

Vallarta Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert
BanderasNews.com

Attention, classical music lovers! The Vallarta Chamber Orchestra will present its spring concert on Sunday, March 25 at 8 pm at the American School in Marina Vallarta, and on Monday, March 26 at 8 pm at the Paradise Community Center on Vallarta's South side.

Government Announces Funding for Safety
laht

The Mexican government allocated $17.3 billion pesos ($1.36 billion USD) to enable states and municipalities to ensure public safety more efficiently. The sum is the largest amount of funding ever provided in the history of Mexico to bolster security and justice.

PEACE Brings ArteVida to Puerto Vallarta
Gretchen DeWitt

The first annual ArteVida fundraiser in Puerto Vallarta will be held Friday, March 30th at the beautiful Casa Corona in Centro. This will be a glamorous evening and an exciting chance to meet the artists and to purchase great art by well-known artists at below gallery prices.

API Proposes Plan for Improving Security
Lorena Sonrisas

During a recent meeting of the Cruise Committee, Puerto Vallarta Port Administration (API) CEO, Alex Casarrubias Garcia, proposed that local service providers contribute financial resources to improve public security in this popular tourist destination.

The Ultimate Olympic Challenge in Nayarit
RivieraNayarit.com

A staple of the Olympic games, Laser class sailing, has been officially added to the 2012 Regatta Copa Mexico Olympic Edition competitions, and Mexico's greatest Laser class competitor, Tania Elias Calles, will be competing in Riviera Nayarit from March 16-18th.

What’s Happening in March at Los Mercados?
Patrick Harrison

Don’t miss Banderas Bay’s favorite little plaza for everything delicious! In March, stop by Los Mercados for Mikey's butcher quality meats, 15% off chardonnays at Cork+Bottle, k’ rico :) homemade jams, and check out the new selection of paint at FireWorks pottery studio.

Carlos Slim's New Internet TV Network
Richard Dangler

Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim Helu is financing an Internet TV network that will include an interview show with former CNN television host Larry King. The project, called Ora.tv, could be running before October, according to the network and a Slim spokesman.

Octopus: A Tasty, Alternative Lent Dish
Diego Sancho

The Mexican National Institute of Fish suggested yesterday that during the upcoming Lent period, octopus would make a nutritious alternative to the fish dishes consumed during the week before Easter, a traditional time when some Catholics abstain from eating meat.

The Magic of Disney at Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison

The magic of Disney will come to life as the young musicians of the RCM Orchestra perform all of your favorite Disney music for one show only, on Sunday, March 18 at 6 pm, at Puerto Vallarta’s beautiful performing arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.

Calderón 'Sails' into Riviera Nayarit
BanderasNews.com

As part of the Regata Copa Mexico that is currently in mid-stride in Riviera Nayarit, Mexican President Felipe Calderón helicoptered into town on March 11 to fire the starting shot for the Governor’s Cup and Gold Cup races in the Mexorc portions of the 2012 Regatta.

The Spirits of Mexico at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

Often referred to as 'Mexican Moonshine,' Raicilla is a distilled spirit made from the agave plant that might not be quite as popular as Tequila, but it certainly has a growing following. Learn more about The Spirits of Mexico at Daiquiri Dick's on March 29th from 4-6 pm.


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