|  |  | News Around Banderas Bay 
| | ««« Click HERE for Recent Local News Prototype of Jalisco's New Taxi Unveiled in Guadalajara
Lorena Sonrisas
 The modernization of public transportation in Puerto Vallarta involves more than just the plans to improve the city's bus service. A prototype of the new taxis that will begin operating in PV next year was unveiled by the Jalisco Secretary of Transportation in Guadalajara last week.
Get into the Christmas Spirit with Toys for Tots Vallarta
Marie Callan
 Toys for Tots Vallarta is pleased to announce its 15th year of December fund raising events to purchase toys for local disadvantaged kids on Three Kings Day. Each toy they hand out brings a smile to the face of a kid who may otherwise receive nothing during the Christmas season.
The Process for Buying a Home in Puerto Vallarta
David Hoffman
 The process of buying a home in Puerto Vallarta or the greater Banderas Bay area isn't dramatically different from purchasing a home in the U.S. or Canada, but there are some differences. Tropicasa Real Estate agent David Hoffman walks us through the process.
US Women's College Hoops for Hope Returns to Vallarta
PlanBC3.com
 Basketball organizers Plan BC3 and The National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation are bringing the '2014 Hardwood Tournament of Hope' US women's college basketball tournament to Vallarta to raise awareness, support, and money towards research for urea cycle disorder.
Puerto Vallarta Men's Chorus Soars Higher and Higher!
BanderasNews.com
 The Puerto Vallarta Men's Chorus (PVMC) is celebrating their continued growth with their Winter Concert, 'Higher and Higher, Mucho Mas Alto.' Performances will take place on December 4th, 12th and 14th on The Main Stage at the Act II Entertainment Complex on Vallarta's South Side.
Vallarta Retiree Gets in Touch With Her Inner Groupie
D. White
 Drawn to Puerto Vallarta by it's beautiful culture, fabulous vistas, and near perfect climate, tourists and retirees flock to PV's entertainment scene in the evenings. What better way to finish off your day than to go to a show and be thrilled by first class entertainers?
Arena Vallarta Hosts 2015 National Charro Championship
María Francesca
 From January 29 through February 1st, twenty-four of Mexico's best Charro associations will gather in Puerto Vallarta to compete in the Fourth National Charro Championship 'Grand Premio 2015' at Arena Vallarta, just 20 minutes from the city's International Airport.
November 21 Vallarta News Brief and Weekend 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, some community announcements, and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
6th Riviera Nayarit Tourism Half Marathon & 10K
Banderas News Team
 The Sixth Touristic Half Marathon of Riviera Nayarit is set to take place on November 22nd at 7:00 am, and the Conventions and Visitors Bureau is not only ready to welcome the record number of participants in this year's event but also to enhance the experience for the spectators.
4th World Stand Up Paddle and Paddleboard Championship
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit's Surf Capital, will play host to the top stand up paddle and paddleboard competitors in the world from May 10-17, 2015, thanks to the work of the Mexican Tourism Board and the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Puerto Vallarta Working to Improve City Bus Service
Lorena Sonrisas
 The modernization of public transportation has been a long-awaited and desired dream for Puerto Vallarta residents, and it looks as if it might soon be realized. The city plans to improve bus service in every way - from creating new routes to reducing the number of buses downtown.
Freshly Baked Goodness at Puerto Vallarta's OTFM-TC
Erin Staley
 If you're visiting sunny Puerto Vallarta, be sure to stop by the city's favorite weekend attraction: the Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural. While you're there, be sure pick up a loaf or two of Hans Casanova's freshly-baked, healthy and hearty, Chilean whole wheat bread.
Scotiabank Mexico to Launch 'Bank In Your Currency'
BBR Banking Services
 Scotiabank will soon launch 'Bank In Your Currency' service at over 1,500 ATMs across Mexico. The service will provide MasterCard cardholders with the ability to instantly view, select, and manage the conversion to their 'home currency' of the Mexican Peso amount dispensed.
David Hoffman's Journey to Puerto Vallarta
David Hoffman
 For those of you who are thinking about making a permanent move to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Tropicasa real estate agent David Hoffman shares his experiences. For him, the purchase of a Vallarta vacation home was life-changing. Perhaps it will be for you as well!
AMC Doubles Number of Households Reached in Mexico
Georg Szalai
 AMC Networks has doubled the number of households they reach in Mexico, striking new agreements with most all of the of cable systems throughout the country, including Megacable and Telecable as well as Televisa's Sky Mexico, the country’s largest pay TV operator.
Is your Favorite American Corporation Gay Friendly?
GAYPV Magazine
 Tim Wilson, the founder/editor of Puerto Vallarta's GAYPV Magazine asks, 'Is your favorite U.S. corporation gay friendly?' Well, the 2014 HRC Corporate Equality Index report was just released, and it shows which corporations have the highest, and the lowest, gay-friendly scores.
'House Hunters International' Charity Auction & Raffle
Taniel Chemsian
 One of the most incredible things about being involved with the House Hunters International Charity Event is the chance to see the wonderful giving spirit of the Puerto Vallarta community. For the first time this year we will be having a Silent Auction and at least 80 raffle prizes.
Pueblos Magicos Designation Proposed for Puerto Vallarta
Prensa Global
 With the Federal Tourism Department set to designate 12 new 'Pueblos Mágicos' (Magic Towns) in Mexico in 2015, the President of the Puerto Vallarta-Bahia de Banderas Business Association, Jorge Villanueva, is seeking to have Puerto Vallarta added to the list.
The Red Room Cabaret Season Opener Party, Nov 23
Daniel R. Mininni
 Act II Stages is gearing up for a great Winter season, and they can't wait to show you what's in store! On November 23, everyone in Puerto Vallarta is invited to this season's Grand Opening Party at The Red Room Cabaret, located inside the Act II Stages Entertainment complex.
US Presidential Visits to Mexico Exhibit Opens at OPC
Pilar Perez
 Deborah Aschheim's 'Bienvenidos Los Presidentes,' a multidisciplinary exhibition about collective memory and mythology that blends archival research, community interviews, and a broad range of source material with drawings, photographs, and video, opens at Vallarta's OPC Nov 26th.
Click HERE for More Local News »»» |

 |
|  |  |  | |