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April 7 Puerto Vallarta News Brief & 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 headlines, a few community announcements and a couple of weekend events that you won't want to miss.

11th Annual Puerto Vallarta Folkloric Dance Festival
María Francesca

From April 27 through May 7th, 16 dance groups from twelve Mexican states and three South American Countries will participate in the Eleventh Puerto Vallarta Folkloric Dance Festival, a celebration that brings the colors, music and traditions of Mexico to life through dance.

Horoscope: What Does April Have In Store for You?
Boardwalk Realty

The night sky shines a bit brighter over Banderas Bay. Laura Gelezunas, a real estate agent at Boardwalk Realty Puerto Vallarta, is happy to share her guide to the tropical stars. Many believe these heavenly bodies are key to making the most of life in Mexico.

Celebrating Semana Santa & Pascua in Puerto Vallarta
Lorena Sonrisas

In Mexico, the Easter holidays, known as 'Semana Santa,' are a time of pageantry, reverence and celebration. But Semana Santa is much more than a religious occasion. Like all holidays in Mexico, it is also a festive occasion, a time to hit Banderas Bay beaches for a few days of fun in the sun.

Vallarta Joins Fight Against Mosquito Borne Diseases
María Francesca

Earlier this week, the Mexico Health Secretariat launched the '1° Jornada Nacional de Lucha contra Zika, Dengue y Chikungunya,' a nationwide effort to reduce the population densities of the aedes aegypti mosquito, the transmitter of these diseases, and DIF Vallarta has joined the fight.

Kim Kuzma & Piel Canela Dinner Show at Coco's Kitchen
Debbie White

Don't miss the opportunity to see the very best of Puerto Vallarta entertainment in a late season show. Join Kim Kuzma and Piel Canela in Coco Kitchen's charming garden for a spectacular evening of great food and quality music on April 11th as they present their 4th annual 'Dinner and a Show.'

Illinois Educator Delivers Pencils to Vallarta Students
Mick Zawislak

For the past five years, Oak Grove Elementary School Superintendent Lonny Lemon has been collecting dropped and discarded pencils at his school in Green Oaks, Illinois. Instead of throwing them away, he delivers them to the students at Ignacio L. Vallarta Elementary School in Puerto Vallarta.

Villa Premier Among Vallarta's AAA Four Diamond Hotels
Travel Pulse

Fresh off a substantial $3.8 million revamp of its common areas, plus 80 deluxe guest rooms and oceanfront suites, Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway is among the sixteen Puerto Vallarta resort properties that have been chosen as 2017 AAA Four Diamond recipients.

Hop Over to Daiquiri Dick's for the Easter Specials Menu
Banderas News Team

Spring is here, Easter is just around the corner, and Daiquiri Dick's has a new Flavors of the World a la carte Menu! Through April 15, you can take your taste buds on a world tour - and you don't even have to leave Puerto Vallarta to do it! - so hop on over to Daiquiri Dick's!

Is Your Air Conditioner Ready for the Summer?
Tropicasa Realty

The weather in Puerto Vallarta is perfect right now, but we all know that summer is coming. Our air conditioners are going to get a real workout in a few weeks, so now is a good time to start thinking about air conditioner maintenance. The experts at Tropicasa Realty offer a few tips.

Kaiser Maximilian Offers Seafood Specialties in April
BanderasNews.com

Though Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant is best-known for serving Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors exceptional Austrian fare, through April 22nd this charming European-style café is also offering diners a taste of something different... mouth-watering seafood specialties.

Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week from PVRPV
Romantic Zone Peace 201 - Condo

PVRPV Puerto Vallarta Vacations presents Copa de Oro #201, a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condominium in Old Town. This privately-owned condo is conveniently located in the famous Zona Romantica, an easy 5-minute walk to the beach, downtown, restaurants, bars and shops.

Danny Mininni Returns to the Stage in 'Casa Valentina'
Marie Callan

Since opening the three-venue Act II Entertainment complex in Puerto Vallarta, managing partner Danny Mininni has been so busy 'running the show' that he hasn't had time to perform, until now! Don't miss his return to the stage in 'Casa Valentina,' on Saturday, April 8 at 7 pm.

Record-Breaking 1st Quarter for PV Real Estate Market
Coldwell Banker La Costa Realty

Real Estate Sales statistics for the Puerto Vallarta area covered by the FLEX/MLS System are showing record numbers of real estate closings during the First Quarter of 2017. The statistics basically cover everything from Boca de Tomatlán to Rincón de Guayabitos.

Puerto Vallarta Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
Copa de Oro Penthouse

Situated on a hill overlooking the South Side of Puerto Vallarta, Copa de Oro Penthouse is only 4 blocks from the beach and close to shops and restaurants. This fully-furnished condominium features 2 bedrooms, a studio/media area, 2.5 baths; laundry, a big kitchen, and more.

Help Needed to Fully Implement 911 Services in Vallarta
Banderas News Team

On January 9, 2017, 911 was put into service in Puerto Vallarta but additional funds are needed to buy all the equipment required to fully implement the new system. All 'friends of Vallarta' are encouraged to make a one-time donation that will greatly reduce response times in emergencies.

Why You Should Vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Florida News Line

Why choose Puerto Vallarta for a vacation? Easy: Vallarta, as the locals call it, brings tourists something different - authentic Mexico with a friendly flair. Plus, Mexico is inexpensive compared to other beach vacation destinations, and airline flights are numerous.

April 11 Workshop: Creating a Pain-Free Yoga Practice
BanderasNews.com

Does it hurt to sit down, get up, climb steps, lift your grandchildren, carry groceries, walk from here to there? Certified Yoga and Movement therapist Via Anderson will be presenting a 3-hour workshop on 'Creating a Pain-Free Yoga Practice' on April 11 at Davannayoga in downtown Vallarta.

Vallarta Democrats Abroad Present: 'Before the Flood'
David Kamp

The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico proudly presents 'Before the Flood,' the season's last movie in their Every Tuesday Night Film series. This 2016 documentary that examines climate change will be shown at The Jazz Foundation in downtown Vallarta on April 4 at 7 pm.

Help Puerto Vallarta Win a Guinness World Record
María Francesca

Are you a coffee lover who hates winter weather? If so, make plans now to be in sunny Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on December 16, 2017, when the city will attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of people drinking coffee simultaneously in a single venue.

Stretch of New Highway to Open in Time for Semana Santa
Oseas Lorenzo Bravo

According to the North Coast Regional Director of Tourism, José Ludwig Estrada Virgen, the Secretary of Communication and Transport has announced that the first stretch of the Jala-Compostela highway, in the state of Nayarit, will open in time for the Semana Santa holidays.

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