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November 18 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 Puerto Vallarta news headlines, community announcements, and a couple of this weekend's events you won't want to miss.

Free Malecón Sculpture Walking Tours Every Tuesday
BanderasNews.com

The Puerto Vallarta Malecón Sculpture Tours, created and conducted by Galería Pacifico owner Gary Thompson, have returned for the 11th season. These free walking tours take place every Tuesday at 9:30 am, starting at the Millennium sculpture next to the Hotel Rosita.

This Week's Featured Vallarta Vacation Rental at PVRPV
La Samba 5 - Studio

PVRPV Puerto Vallarta Vacations presents La Samba 5, a beautiful recently renovated studio for your next vacation in paradise. Located in a comfortable complex, this spacious and fully furnished studio is nestled on a hill just two streets up from the Malecón in the heart of downtown.

Retiring in Mexico is Now More Affordable than Ever
MEXLend Mortgages for Mexico

Retiring in Mexico is a great way to ensure you can live the retirement lifestyle you've always dreamed of. Why? Because living in Mexico is more affordable now than it's ever been. According to The Huffington Post, the monthly budget for a retired couple can be as little as $1,800 USD.

Greg Norman Golf Course Opens at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta
WorldGolf.com

Vidanta Golf is celebrating the opening of the Greg Norman Signature Course in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Playability and enjoyment were key in the design process for this 18 hole par 73 that is as challenging from the championship tees as it is forgiving from the forward tees.

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at Taste Restaurant
Kennedy Furtado

At Taste we love to celebrate Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta with our friends. Each year we enjoy a delicious buffet dinner and November 24 won't be any different, except that this time we have more to celebrate and to be thankful for... like the restaurant's recent renovations.

Changes Within Puerto Vallarta's Municipal Government
María Francesca

On Monday, Mayor Arturo Dávalos Peña made a series of changes within his administration, in order to strengthen the service and attention that the municipal government provides to the citizens of Puerto Vallarta. One of these changes was naming a new director of Social Communications.

'Avenue Q' Declared The Best Show in Vallarta History!
Banderas News Team

The management and staff of Act II Entertainment are not the only ones excited about presenting the absolutely hilarious Tony-Award Winning Broadway Musical, 'Avenue Q,' to Puerto Vallarta. The reviews are in and everyone who has seen it is in love with the cast of Avenue Q!

2016 a Banner Year for Tourism in Puerto Vallarta
BanderasNews.com

From January through September 2016, the number of national and international arrivals to Puerto Vallarta had already surpassed last year's record for this tourist destination, without taking into account that October, November and December tourism numbers are yet to be counted.

Quebec Artist Marc Galipeau Opens at Galleria Dante
Claire Guarniere

An art exhibition by Quebec artist Marc Galipeau opens at Galleria Dante on Friday, November 18, as part of the first Southside Shuffle of the 2016-2017 season. Stop by Puerto Vallarta's largest and most eclectic art gallery from 6-10 pm to meet the artist and enjoy complimentary cocktails.

Two New Convention Centers Coming to Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez

The Riviera Nayarit is a constantly evolving destination and, in order to fulfill the increasing demands of the meetings industry, Nuevo Vallarta's Grupo Vidanta and the Hotel Bel Air Unique Resort & Convention Center Vallarta in Flamingos are both building new convention centers.

Smokin' Blues & Sizzlin' Jazz at Legends Bucerías
Debbie White

Legends Bucerías will host a CK Production featuring internationally known musicians Steve and Lisa York in a special musical collaboration with singer Christine Kenny on November 19. Come enjoy a great evening of Smokin' Blues & Sizzlin' Jazz by these three extraordinary musicians.

Cheryl's Shoebox Presents Piel Canela at No Way José!
Julie Guerrero

Cheryl's Shoebox, a charity effort in Puerto Vallarta dedicated to increasing the quality of education in disadvantaged schools throughout the Banderas Bay region, is kicking off their 2016-2017 season with a Piel Canela concert at No Way Jose! on November 17, 2016.

River of Arte 2016 Promises a Flood of Artists!
Bill Makley

What started modestly up the Rio Cuale five years ago is now Puerto Vallarta's premier outdoor art show. And, with more than 60 talented artists exhibiting, River of Arte 2016, set to take place at Oscar's Restaurant on La Isla Cuale on December 4th, promises to be the best yet!

A Different Way to Look at Safety in Mexico
BanderasNews.com

After 25 years as a police officer in Canada, Gerard Allard knows what crime looks, smells, and feels like. Now living in Puerto Vallarta, he has created a Mexico Personal Safety Questionnaire to help people understand the difference between feeling unsafe and being unsafe.

Salty Paw Jazz Orchestra Presents 'The Jazz Awakens'
Andrea Jupina

As a big supporter of the arts in Puerto Vallarta, Act II is excited to present 'The Jazz Awakens,' a concert by the Salty Paw Jazz Orchestra on November 20. The concert will feature performances by several young musicians who have been learning how to improvise their solo style.

XXII Festival Gourmet Theme Night at Kaiser Maximilian
Laura Gelezunas

Set to be served on Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at 8:00 pm sharp, the XXII Puerto Vallarta International Festival Gourmet Chef's Theme Dinner at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant is a six-course meal that includes a variety of dishes with wine pairings that is sure to entice any foodie.

Two New Entertainment Venues Open in Bucerías
David Tarr

Announcing the opening of Elaine's Fine Dining Restaurant and the Legends Bucerías Entertainment Complex, two new poolside venues nestled within the lush gardens of the Villas Del Sol Hotel in Bucerías, the small village located just 25 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

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