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The Blue Shrimp: How Do You Like Your Shrimp?
Laura Gelezunas

Fresh seafood is a big benefit of living on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Shrimp are abundant and play a big role in the local restaurant scene. The staff at The Blue Shrimp Restaurant on Puerto Vallarta's Los Muertos Beach serves close to ten tons of these crustaceans every year.

Two Unique Cruises to be Operated by Carnival Legend
Travel and Tour World

Carnival Legend will operate two unique and exciting cruises – a 13-day Panama Canal cruise that includes a call in Cabo San Lucas, and a 23-day trans-Pacific voyage with an extended visit to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - prior to its deployment to Australia in Fall 2014.

Sculptor Jim Demetro Makes Vallarta Dancers Shine
James R. Callan

Salt air and blowing sand had obscured some of the beauty of the Vallarta Dancers sculpture on the Malecón. So, last Friday, internationally famous sculptor and creator, Jim Demetro, along with Xiutla Ballet director, Enrique Barrios, worked to bring back the statue's magnificence.

Mexico Tourism Board's 2013-14 Game Plan
Arnie Weissmann

In addition to the Mexico Tourism Board's 2013-2014 federal tourism promotion budget of $43.3 million, more than $10 million in federal, state and regional funds will also be spent in the U.S. and Canada on the rebranding of Vallarta-Nayarit over the 12 months beginning in September.

Vallarta Orchestra School Presents Una Velada en Viena
Francisco Juarez P.

The Puerto Vallarta Orchestra School invites everyone to Teatro Vallarta on August 11th to enjoy 'Una Velada en Viena,' a Summer concert featuring a program of Viennese musical selections that have filled concert halls, dance halls, films and television; melodies we all know and love.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Vista Bahia II 21 - 3 BD / 3 BA Condo

You'll enjoy stunning views of Banderas Bay and the jungle from this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo located in La Pechuga, one of the fastest growing areas of Puerto Vallarta. This tastefully designed condominium has impeccable details in its Mexican feel.

Funjet Vallarta-Nayarit Ad Campaigns in the Works
Sara Sánchez

With the recent signing of the agreement between Funjet Vacations and Vallarta - Nayarit, advertising and promotional campaigns designed to promote the new flights, and fill up the 10,469 new seats that these new flights will generate, are already in the works.

What Does August Have in Store for You?
RonMorgan.net

The weather is sultry and so are the stars, especially over the Bay of Banderas. The staff at Ron Morgan Properties in Puerto Vallarta and Bucerias happily share their monthly horoscope. Check out the August 2013 story of your stars. It's your guide to living perfectly in paradise.

Fatigue – A Leading Indicator of Sleep Apnea
Kevin and Rhnee Mohan

A successful night can lead to a successful day. If you aren’t waking up feeling rejuvenated, you might not be getting the necessary sleep at night. Fatigue can refer to mental or physical tiredness, or both. Sleep apnea is one of the leading causes of fatigue.

August 2 Vallarta News Brief & Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a few breaking Mexico news stories, and a couple of upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.

Puerto Vallarta Has 2 of World's 9 Coolest Hotel Rooms
Kate Schneider

Whether you're a high flyer, a the party animal, water lover, or Hollywood actor, there's a suite for every type of traveller. From the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta in Mexico to the W Singapore, the nine hotels with the coolest suites have been named by US lifestyle magazine Elite Traveler.

Funjet Adds New Vallarta/Nayarit Flights for 2013-2014
Riviera Nayarit CVB

On July 30th, an agreement to increase the number of flights and achieve greater connectivity between the Banderas Bay region and four US airports was signed by Funjet Vacations and local tourism authorities during a press conference at the Marival Resort and Suites in Nuevo Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta Restaurants Encompass All Dietary Needs
Puerto Vallarta CVB

As one of Mexico's leading culinary destinations, Puerto Vallarta offers hundreds of opportunities to enjoy different types of cuisine. Foodies with special dietary needs will find that many local chefs are more than willing to prepare gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and organic dishes.

Daiquiri Dick's Presents Vallarta's Favorite Sizzles
Banderas News Team

One of the best things about summertime is Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle. 'The Best Sizzles' are on this week's menu, which includes some of your favorite dishes from previous summer promotions, with your choice of one dish from each of three courses for just $299 pesos.

Save up to 15% with Tropicasa Realty's Hot Summer Sale
Ian Hayden Parker

Tropicasa Realty, the most trusted name in Puerto Vallarta real estate for over 15 years, introduces the 'Hot Summer Sale' event from now until October 22, 2013. Many Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area real estate listings have been discounted from 5-15% off the current list price.

Releasing Sea Turtles a Lesson in Perseverance
Mark Stachiew

Turtle-loving travelers heading to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico in the coming months can join one of the Banderas Bay region's many sea turtle release programs which, every year, help thousands of baby Olive Ridley sea turtles survive long enough to reach the sea.

Las Alamandas Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World
BanderasNews.com

Las Alamandas, a luxury resort lying midway between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo on Mexico's Costalegre Pacific coast, recently became a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s collection of 520 independent properties in more than 70 countries.

7th International Tuna & Marlin Fishing Tournament
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The 7th International Tuna and Marlin Fishing Tournament in Banderas Bay, scheduled for August 8-10, will return to the place where it all started, the Vallarta Yacht Club at Paradise Village Marina. Categories include tuna, marlin, dorado, and sailfish catch-and-release.

Drowning Victim Found Off the Shores of Banderas Bay
José Guadalupe Arce

After an exhaustive sea and shore search conducted by personnel from the 8th Naval Zone and Puerto Vallarta's Fire and Civil Protection Department, the body of a 22-year-old man who was swept out to sea in Nuevo Vallarta last Friday was recovered on Saturday evening.

Tourism Officials Promote Puerto Vallarta in Mexico City
Fernando Álvarez

At a news conference held in Mexico City last week, the city's new 'Verano en Vallarta' campaign was presented to representatives of more than 75 media outlets, including Grupo Fórmula, MVS, TVC, Radio Red, Radio Trece, El Universal, Milenio, Publimetro, La Crónica, and Uno más uno.

Los Alcatraces Hosts Mexican Lotería for PuRR Project
Marilyn Khan

Looking for something Cool to do this Summer? Head on over to Los Alcatraces Restaurant on Wednesday, August 21 at 5 pm for a fun-filled evening of Mexican Lotería - the Spanish version of BINGO - to benefit the 120+ adorable cats and kittens at PuRR Project.

HealthCare Resources Vallarta Summer News & Clinics
Pamela Thompson

HealthCare Resources has a variety of clinics scheduled for August. No clinics are scheduled in September - but of course, we will be available for your medical needs. We'll return in full force with our regular clinics, plus some new ones, come October.

Moving to Vallarta? 11 Reasons Why You Should Rent First
Sandra Cesca

After living in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for five and a half years, I get a lot of inquiries from people thinking about moving here. One of the most frequent questions folks ask me is, 'Should I rent before I buy?' Here are eleven reasons why my answer is always 'YES!'

July 26th Vallarta News Brief & Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a few breaking Mexico news stories, and a couple of upcoming local events that you won't want to miss.

2014 Heroes Calendar: PV Bomberos Turn Up the Heat
Gary Green

Just when you thought it couldn't get any hotter this summer, Puerto Vallarta's Bomberos and first-responders have added fire to the flames with the soon-to-be-released official 2014 Heroes Calendar featuring the department's finest.

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