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Special Hotel Rates For Tianguis Turistico
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Vallarta will host 'The Tianguis Turístico' this year, marking the 1st time in 37 years it has been held in a new region. Several hotels in Riviera Nayarit will offer reduced rates for participants of the largest event of the touristic industry in Mexico in 2012.
Experience The Fab Four in Vallarta!
 Patrick Harrison
Beatlemania is the Internationally Acclaimed Beatles tribute experience. Hailed as 'the closest thing to the real thing,' GET BACK! is performed by a group that captures the sound, look, and excitement of The Beatles. Don't miss this one night only show at Teatro Vallarta.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Alborada 1 - Colonia Emiliano Zapata
This 2 bedroom/2 bath condo with a large open floor plan boasts the best location in Vallarta! Enjoy living in the most desirable neighborhood in all Puerto Vallarta but in a quiet and tranquil building, just steps from the famous Olas Altas and 2 blocks from Los Muertos Beach.
PV Medical Matters Conference Speakers
 Pamela Thompson
A variety of distinguished medical practitioners will be speaking at the Marriott CasaMagna Resort during this year's PV Medical Matters Conference, including Physical Therapist Micheal Ryder, Family Practitioner Dr. Rajy Abulhosn, and Registered Dietician Lily Padilla-Corona.
Vallarta Cup 2012 - Everyone Won!
 Vallarta Yacht Club
The 2012 Vallarta Cup was a success by any measure, but the most important gauge was the smiles on the faces of the participants. The film crew from the Canadian travel series 'Paradise Hunter' got great shots of how we do racing events here in beautiful Banderas Bay!
Mexican Food: A Tasty Gluten Free Diet
 Karen Hursh Graber
Although the buzz words 'gluten free' are not new, the number of cookbooks, food columns, and even entire websites devoted to gluten-free diets during 2011 was impressive. Not quite so much in Mexico as the basic, traditional Mexican diet is essentially gluten free.
Mexican Architect Presents New Forms
 Miguel Angel Reyes Ocaña
On February 4, THe HDK Project will open an exhibition entitled 'Form Follows Funk,' a sample of the work of Mexican Architect Luis Alberto Rodríguez Echeverría. Echeverria will represent Mexico in the Third Beijing Biennale of Architecture, in Beijing, China.
PV Show Of Solidarity To Tarahumaras
 Ramon Frias
The Vallarta division of DIF has opened a distribution center to raise donations of food and clothing to send to the state of Chihuahua in an act of solidarity with the Tarahumara region, which is experiencing famine resulting from one of the worst droughts in history.
Coca-Cola to Invest $1 Billion in Mexico
 laht.com
Coca-Cola announced plans to devote $1 billion in the company's Mexico operations this year as part of a $5 billion investment plan. CEO Muhtar Kent made the announcement in an appearance with Mexican President Felipe Calderon during the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
Canadian Magazine Xtra Visits Vallarta
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
As one of the print and online magazines with the largest circulation within the LGBT community, the Canadian publication Xtra's visit to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico will reach more than 40,000 readers and potential visitors.
Medical Matters Welcomes Dr. Kathlyn Ignacio
 Pamela Thompson
Puerto Vallarta Medical Matters Conference sponsors are proud to be hosting some very distinguished physicians as featured speakers this year, including the Associate Medical Director of Sharp Rees-Stealy's Occupational Medicine Department, Dr. Kathlyn Ignacio.
Nestlé Assists Mexico’s Coffee Industry
 Geo-Mexico
Nestlé has announced that it plans to establish its first coffee-propagation center in Mexico, in the southern state of Chiapas, in a joint venture with Agromod, a Mexican crop technology company, and the National Forestry, Farming and Fishing Institute.
Full Moon Horseback Ride & Beach BBQ
 Live Punta Mita
Rancho Montalbeña is organizing their monthly Full Moon Horseback Ride. Riders will be guided from the departure point of Rancho Montalbeña, through the village of Higuera Blanca, along a tropical forest trail, then down to the secluded beach at Imanta for BBQ.
Amigos de La Cruz February Dinner Meeting
 Landon Hollander
Amigos de La Cruz will hold their monthly general meeting and dinner at OSO'S Oyster Bar and Seafood Market in the La Cruz Marina on February 7. Members, nonmembers and visitors are encouraged to attend and find out about the Amigos' current projects and future plans.
 Live Coverage of Vallarta Carnaval Parade
 BanderasNews.com
Puerto Vallarta's 4th Annual Carnaval Parade, scheduled to start at 9 pm on February 18, 2012, promises to be bigger and better than ever! The parade circuit is about three times longer than in years past - and this year, you can watch a live broadcast on the Internet.
Bucerías, Nayarit is on the Map
 Harold Sokolove
John Forget, the co-owner of Elements Realty Group in Bucerias, saw the need for a good, free map for tourists to use that would also serve as a marketing tool for businesses to advertise in. An initial printing of 10,000 Bucerias maps should be available this week!
 Explore Copper Canyon with Superior Tours
 Superior Tours Vallarta
Superior Tours Vallarta is once again offering their successful tours to Mexico's Copper Canyon. As a certified Copper Canyon Specialist, owner Astrid van Dam has the only travel agency in Puerto Vallarta that offers both group tours and individually arranged tours.
Vallarta IFC's Valentine Dinner Dance
 Janie Albright Blank
Puerto Vallarta's International Friendship Club announces this year's Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance to be held at Mi Pueblito Restaurant at Los Arcos Hotel. The proceeds will benefit the Cleft Palate Program and the many other charities the IFC helps to fund each year.
Azteca Spirit at Teatro Vallarta Feb 4
 Patrick Harrison
The colorful dance troupe Azteca Spirit will be performing at PV's Teatro Vallarta. The show will portray the Mexican people during the encounter between Hernán Cortez and Montezuma and will feature 20 dancers, acrobats and singers, along with an impressive set of percussionists.
Puerto Vallarta Carnaval & Mardi Gras Parade
BanderasNews.com
In order to improve the tourist promotion of Puerto Vallarta and its new Malecón, the Mayor has authorized the official sponsorship of the 2012 Puerto Vallarta Carnaval / Mardi Gras Parade. The February 18th parade promises to be a spectacle of great entertainment.
Military Overseas Voter Empowerment Act
 John Wilson-Bugbee
Obama signed into law the 'Military Overseas Voter Empowerment Act' requiring all overseas and military voters to re-register for every election cycle, instead of every two cycles. This means that you will need to re-register for the elections taking place in 2012.
VYC’s Annual Luncheon and Style Show
 Richard Williams
VYC’s Annual Luncheon and Style Show features the fashions of local designers; modeled by members and friends. Garments fashioned from pareos, skirts and sundresses from local fabrics, and casual and cocktail wear using a variety of fabrics will be featured.
News from the Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
The Old Town Farmers Market is one of Puerto Vallarta's most compelling weekend attractions. Here you can meet new friends, say hello to old ones, talk directly to the producers, buy great products, support the local economy, and take part in activities for the whole family.
Every Tuesday Film: 'Departures'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
As part of their Every Tuesday Movie Night film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad will present 'Departures' on January 31st at 7 pm at the Paradise Community Center on the Southside of Vallarta.
PV Students Visit Peter Gray Art Museum
 Jerry Lafferty
Students from the 'Heroes de la Patria' public school in Colonia Valentin Gomez Fariasare are getting exposure to visual arts not available in their normal school curriculum, as 50 of the them had the opportunity to visit the Peter Gray Art Museum.
Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño Contest
 Patrick Harrison
Enter Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Overall Restaurant,' No Way José! From February 1st - March 1st, find Tropicasa dressed up for the 'Month of Amor' on BanderasNews and fill out the online form for your chance to win.
Pemex Confirms Veracruz State Oil Find
 laht.com
According to Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex), an 'active petroleum system' has been found off the coast of the Mexican Gulf state of Veracruz. It is not yet known how much oil is in the field, but work is underway to try to determine the potential of the area.
Fun February Beach Activities in La Peñita
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
La Peñita de Jaltemba will brim with activity in February. The International Margarita Challenge, the yearly Horseshoe Pitching Tournament, The Women of Jaltemba Fashion Show, and the Golf Tournament La Casa de los Niños will raise funds for local non-profit organizations.
Outcry Over Proposed Tequila Regulations
 Diego Sancho
There is legislation before the Mexican government that is designed to tighten naming and production of regionally described agave-based spirits like tequila and mezcal. These regulations would squash any opportunity for small producers to sell their product.
Superior Tours: Let's Explore Mexico!
BanderasNews.com
Whether it is your first vacation to Mexico or your 20th, there are hundreds of fascinating places to explore. Superior Tours Vallarta offers only the best tours available in Puerto Vallarta, throughout Mexico and in Latin America - for every group size, taste and budget.
Paradise Village is Roaring!
 RivieraNayarit.com
Johnny and Albert are Bengal tiger cubs born at Paradise Village as a result of the reproduction program at their zoo in Nuevo Vallarta. The program not only contributes to the preservation of this endangered species, but also promotes regional visitation interest.
Mexico and US-Mexico Relations in 2012
 Andrew Selee
Mexicans go to the polls on July 1, 2012, to select a new president, congress, mayor of Mexico City, and five governors. As Democratic elections have a way of confounding even seasoned political analysts, there is no way of knowing how this one will turn out.
Russian State Ballet at Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison
The Russian State Ballet 'Mari El' will be returning to perform Romeo and Juliet for one night only in PV's beautiful performing arts venue Teatro Vallarta. The love story is brought to life with a troupe of 40 dancers, sumptuous costumes, and grand sets.
Mexican Housing Industry Predicted to Remain Stable
 John K. Glaab
At the recent Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals 'Toma de Protesta' in Mexico City, Ariel Cano Cuevas, the Director General of Vivienda, (Mexico's national housing agency) predicted that the Mexican housing industry will remain strong throughout 2012.
Mark Alan Smith Returns to PV's The Palm
 Mr. Tracy Parks
The Palm Cabaret and Bar welcomes back celebrity impressionist, singer & comedian Mark Alan Smith as he returns to Puerto Vallarta for his 2012 engagement starting on January 28, 2012 at 8 pm followed by 3 additional solo shows and one all cast 'Beef Dip' show on Feb 2nd.
Love is in the Air at Mark's Bar & Grill
 BanderasNews.com
Mark's Bar & Grill is doing a love thing this February, the love of good food, wine with friends and great music. The February 14 Valentine's Day Dinner offers four courses and the O'Conner Jazz Band, and Willie & Lobo will play a special dinner show concert on the 17th.
Speed and Adrenaline in Riviera Nayarit
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Get ready for a week full of adrenaline and speed, as the Regata Copa México Edición Olímpica brings a true nautical extravaganza to Riviera Nayarit. The excitement begins with J24 sailing competitions, departing from Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, March 2–9.
Sayulita Renovation Project Underway
 Angela Long-Lambert
On Friday, January 13th, the governor of Nayarit, Roberto Sandoval, came to Sayulita to speak about improvements that will be made to the town. By early Saturday morning, tractors of all shapes and styles started rolling into town to begin the work!
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