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Vallarta Wins PriceTravel Award for Tourism Marketing
 María Francesca
At the PriceTravel Awards ceremony held last week in Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta received an important recognition for the marketing strategy that made 2016 a historic year for tourism, largely due to the increase in hotel occupancy that maintains its upward trend this year.
 2017 NIIJIMA San Pancho Mexican Surf Open, July 21-23
 Riviera Nayarti CVB
The beautiful beaches of the Riviera Nayarit will host the 2017 NIIJIMA San Pancho Mexican Surf Open from July 21-23. Mexicans and foreigners, professionals and amateurs: all surfers are invited to participate in this competition that offers $100 thousand pesos in prizes.
SPCA de PV: Animals Have Rich & Deep Emotional Lives
 Clare Leach
Gregory Burns, a professor of Neuroeconomics at Emory University in Atlanta Georgia, says that dogs have emotions just like people. Why is this important to our community? Because Vallarta has a large population of homeless animals and our ability to help is what makes us human.
Oil Leaking from Ship Grounded Near Barra de Navidad
 Mexico News Daily
An inspection by environmental authorities has found evidence that oil is leaking from Los Llanitos, a bulk carrier that went aground near Barra de Navidad during Hurricane Patricia in 2015. Profepa said the oil appeared to be remnants of petroleum products remaining in the ship's tanks.
Summer Courses Return to Entreamigos in San Pancho
 BanderasNews.com
Entreamigos Community Center in San Pancho recently announced its 2017 Summer Workshops for children ages 3-16. The camp will run from July 24-August 11, and offer kids art, ecology and other workshops limited only by the imagination of the volunteer teachers - which are needed!
 This Month's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
 Casa Las Palmas
This hacienda-style 7 bedroom, 8 bath villa is situated just a few blocks to the beach and all the shops and restaurants in the Hotel Zone, yet private and secure on a quiet side street. Near the Sheraton, Casa Las Palmas is within walking distance to all the best that Vallarta has to offer.
July 14 Banderas News Brief and This Weekend's 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, a few community announcements and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
New Tourism Director's 'Strong Plan' for Puerto Vallarta
 Travel Weekly
The new director of the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust has big plans for the destination. His intention is to generate more visitors and attract younger travelers, which he said is possible thanks to the fact that PV not only offers fun in the sun, but also in the jungles and mountains.
24 Hour Rowathon to Raise Money for Kids with Cancer
 BanderasNews.com
On July 28, Greg & Hillary Kennon, along with the members of Crossfit Zapata, will row (on rowing machines) for 24 hours to raise money for CANICA, a center in Puerto Vallarta that helps children with cancer. They'll be doing it during a free community fiesta that starts at 6 pm.
5th Playa Platanitos Sea Turtle Festival, July 22-23
 Norma Hernández
Set to be held July 22-23, the Riviera Nayarit's 5th annual Playa Platanitos Sea Turtle Festival is bigger than ever, as in addition to the usual activities - including an Environmental Tourism Fair - there will also be a volleyball tournament, a bicycle circuit and a swimming competition.
This Week's Featured Vallarta Vacation Rental at PVRPV
 Aguacate 602 - Condo
PVRPV Vacations proudly presents the newest addition to their premium inventory of Puerto Vallarta vacation rental properties. Aguacate 602 is a one bedroom, 1 1/2 bath condo on the 6th floor of the 10-unit Aguacate building, located in the traditional Mexican neighborhood of Emiliano Zapata.
Amapas Neighborhood Association Summer Newsletter
 Tom Swale
The Amapas Neighborhood Association, a group of Puerto Vallarta residents and business owners who work together to enhance our quality of life through improvements in security, infrastructure and responsible development, brings us up to date on what's happening in Amapas.
Vallarta Mayor Suspends Uber Service in Downtown Area
 El Informador
After at least 12 violent incidents in which Puerto Vallarta taxi drivers and Uber drivers have been involved, Mayor Arturo Dávalos Peña announced Monday that he's launched a security operation to prevent the ride-hailing service from operating in downtown and tourist areas.
This Month at Act II: New Shows, Returning Favorites
 Danny Mininni
The Summer is flying by and shows no sign of slowing down at Act II Stages, where you can hear some of the best voices in Puerto Vallarta, get a sneak-peek at two upcoming Red Room cabaret shows, and audition for the Winter season's shows, like 'Rocky Horror' and 'Xanadu: The Musical.'
New Projects on the Horizon in The Riviera Nayarit
 Travel Pulse
As it approaches its 10-year anniversary, the Riviera Nayarit has not only scheduled a year's worth of celebrations to honor the milestone, but is also looking forward with a bevy of new developments. New resorts are in the works, as are upgrades to the area's highway system.
Cheryl's Shoebox 2nd Annual Summer Bash, August 6
 Vicki Steuteville
To raise funds for school shoes and supplies for local primary and secondary students and after-school programs in Colonias Progresso, Lomas de Enmedio and El Satrillo, Cheryl's Shoebox is hosting their 2nd Annual Summer Bash on August 6th at Babel Bar on La Isla Rio Cuale.
This Week's Events & Activities at Los Mangos Library
 Adriana García
Puerto Vallarta's Public Library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, is not 'just a library,' it is a true cultural and community center that also serves as a venue for entertaining and educational workshops, art exhibits, concerts, and cultural events. Here's what's happening this week at Los Mangos.
11th Banderas Bay Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Fishing teams with up to four members per boat are invited to participate in the Bahía de Banderas Sport Fishing Club's 11th International Tuna and Marlin Fishing Tournament, which will take place July 20-22 at the Vallarta Yacht Club in the Paradise Village Marina in Nuevo Vallarta.
Importing Household Goods to Your New Home in Mexico
 Tropicasa Realty
The saying goes 'you can't take it with you,' but if you have purchased a second or retirement home in Puerto Vallarta or the Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, and want to move some of your household goods with you, this old adage doesn't always hold true.
Jala & Xalisco, Nayarit Corn Festival, August 6–15
 María Francesca
During the first two weeks of August, the annual Corn Festival in Jala & Xalisco, Nayarit, a region where the largest corncobs in the world are grown, gives everyone a chance to experience a very Mexican tradition. This year's Feria del Elote is set to take place from August 6–15.
Mayor Arturo Dávalos Meets with LGBT Community Members
 Casa Cupula
Last week Casa Cúpula representatives joined dozens of others from the LGBT community in Puerto Vallarta, in a meeting with Mayor Arturo Dávalos. The dialogue continued a conversation about how to make PV a better LGBT destination & neighborhood issues we'd like him to address.
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