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Five 'Hot Spots' in Mexico for the Gay Traveler
 Gay Lesbian LGBT Travel
Things have come a long way in Mexico for the gay traveler, as many individual cities and states are opening their arms to the LGBT community. From all-inclusive, romantic beach vacations, to nightlife, city life, many areas have become hot spots for gay travel.
Elegant Brunch & Fashion Show Benefiting PuRR Project
 Marilyn Khan
Daiquiri Dick's is hosting an elegant brunch and fashion show extraordinaire to benefit PuRR Project on Tuesday, January 28th. Join us for a 3-course brunch with mimosas, beautiful original fashions and jewelry, a raffle for fabulous prizes, and live music by Jorge Acosta!
Early Morning Fire Burns Mantamar Palapa to the Ground
 prensaglobal.com
A short circuit resulted in great economic loss for the owners of the recently opened Mantamar Restaurant and Beach Club on Playa los Muertos, which burned to the ground after a fire erupted early this morning, destroying the entire structure in minutes.
Vallarta Cup Race Series Every Saturday in January
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit kicked off the New Year with its annual Vallarta Cup Race Series organized by the Vallarta Yacht Club. The event started Jan. 4th and continues every Saturday through the end of the month. Sailors can still participate even though the series has already begun.
Becas First Breakfast of 2014 to be at Daiquiri Dick's
 Polly G. Vicars
Becas Vallarta's first breakfast of the new year will be held on Wednesday, January 15th at 9:30 am at Daiquiri Dick's Restuarant on Playa Los Muertos. Tickets are only $150 pesos and must be purchased or reserved in advance with any member of Becas Vallarta.
Vallarta One of World's 8 Best Places to Retire in 2014
 Kathleen Peddicord
If you could retire anywhere in the world, where would you go? Kathleen Peddicord of the Live and Invest Overseas publishing group recently named 'The World's 8 Best Places to Retire in 2014' - and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico made the list!
Don't Miss the 3rd Annual 'Taste of La Cruz' Jan. 18
 Landon Hollander
On January 18th, at the Malecon of the Marina Riviera Nayarit, this year’s 'Taste of La Cruz' will once again feature the best restaurants, businesses, artists, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs from throughout the Bahia de Banderas. You don't want to miss this!
You're Invited to Enjoy the IFC Open House January 14
 Janie Albright Blank
The International Friendship Club will host its 'Third Annual Open House' at the newly renovated clubhouse and pleasant outdoor terrace on Tuesday, January 14th. If you are not a member or have not yet renewed for 2014, this will be an ideal opportunity to join or renew!
HealthCare Resources Vallarta January News & Clinics
 Pamela Thompson
It’s a new year, fresh pages, resolutions and a good time to take care of some of those health-related matters you have been putting off. To start the year off right, HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta has many clinics planned and the return of our speakers programs in January.
Paint a Tile for Purr Project's Special Friends Wall
 Marilyn Khan
PuRR Project has teamed with Fireworks at Los Mercados to offer you the chance to create lasting tributes to your four-legged best friends, while helping to support the 150+ cats and kittens residing at PuRR Project, a no-kill feline sanctuary north of Puerto Vallarta.
Mexico Celebrates Three Kings Day January 6
 Banderas News Team
January 6th is Three Kings Day in Mexico, known as 'El Día de Reyes.' This is Epiphany on the church calendar, the 12th day after Christmas, when the Magi arrived bearing gifts for baby Jesus. It is also the traditional day for Mexican children to receive Christmas gifts.
Vallarta to Host UN Security Council Reform Meeting
 Prensa Latina
According to the Mexican Secretariat of Foreign Affairs, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico will host a meeting of vice-ministers on the United Nations Security Council reforms sometime in mid-January. The exact date of the meeting is yet to be confirmed.
1st 'Ballenarte' Whale Festival in Puerto Vallarta
 whalephoto.org
The Ecology and Conservation of Whales A.C. environmental group recently announced that the first 'Ballenarte' Whale Festival will be held in Puerto Vallarta January 8-11. There will be a boat parade, photo expo, conferences, documentaries, bike rally, a fundraising dinner & more.
Puerto Vallarta Krokodil Patient was from Houston
 Associated Press
Jalisco's head of 'Council on Addictions' said that a Houston woman checked into a Puerto Vallarta health clinic where it was discovered that she had lesions associated with the drug Krokodil. Doctors, in accordance with privacy guidelines, did not reveal the patient's name.
Banderas Bay Women's Shelter Nears Completion
 David Zude
Learn how you can help the Banderas Bay Women's Shelter open its doors. Construction is nearly finished, and together as a community we can complete the shelter and start serving the women and children in our community who suffer domestic violence on a daily basis.
January 3rd Vallarta News Brief and 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 couple of community announcements, and a few upcoming local events you won't want to miss.
Democrats Abroad Tuesday Films: 'The Gatekeepers'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
As part of their 'Every Tuesday Night Film' series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad presents Academy Award nominated 'The Gatekeepers' on Jan. 7th, at the Paradise Community Center. Come early and eat before the show with the food vendors at the Center.
KITTY BINGO Starring Michael L. Walters as Dame Edna
 Marilyn Khan
Join us for another evening of fun on Wednesday, January 8th, when renowned stage performer Michael L. Walters - sometimes also known as Dame Edna - entertains us at half-time with classic Broadway tunes from his 'Mr. Broadway' show during KITTY BINGO at Margarita Grill.
Dr. Leslie Korn's New Book: 'Medicinas de la Selva'
 BanderasNews.com
Dr. Leslie Korn's new bilingual book, 'Medicines from the Jungle/Medicinas de la Selva,' is now available as an eBook for iPad or hard copy at the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens. This full-color book was written in collaboration with her friends & colleagues in Yelapa, Cabo Corrientes.
ExPats in Vallarta January Happy Hours & Events
 Sara Wise
During the month of January, Expats in Vallarta will be having Happy Hour gatherings on Tuesday, January 7th and on Tuesday, January 21st both from 5 to 7 pm at Langostinos on Playa de Los Muertos. Langostinos offers special prices for ExPats in Vallarta happy hour events.
 This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Condo Punta Plata PH, Bucerías
This unique and exquisite three bedroom, four bath, fully furnished townhome is located on the top floor in Punta Plata, overlooking one of the best beaches in Bucerías. You'll enjoy luxury living, along with the privacy to get away from it all, just 11 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
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