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InterNations 2017 Survey: Expats Still Favor Mexico
BanderasNews.com

InterNations has just released its fourth annual Expat Insider Survey, which ranks the best countries for expats based on their experiences living abroad. For 2017, Mexico, a consistent favorite, ranked in the Top 5 for 3 indices: Ease of Settling In, Personal Finance and Cost of Living.

2017-2018 Centro Historico ArtWalk Starts October 25
Lorena Sonrisas

Thirteen art galleries in downtown Puerto Vallarta are busy getting ready for the 2017-2018 season's first Centro Historico ArtWalk and cocktail reception, which will be held on October 25th. This year's art walk will run every Wednesday evening from 6-10 pm through May 30, 2018.

The History of Mexico's Independence Day and 'El Grito'
BanderasNews.com

The time of Mexico's most patriotic celebration is once again upon us as Saturday, September 16th marks Mexico's 207th Independence Day. Millions will kick off the celebration Friday night at 11 pm with 'El Grito de la Independencia' (Cry of Independence) - but do you know its history?

Three Ways to Pay Mexico Rental Property Income Tax
BanderasNews.com

Paying tax on your rental income from Mexican properties is a must, no matter where the income is received. The Settlement Company's John K. Glaab outlines three options for the payment of Mexican property rental taxes to help you get legal and avoid the consequences of tax evasion.

Dr. Leslie Korn's Nutrition Tips for Emotional Balance
Banderas News Team

Following up on her last book, 'Nutrition Essentials for Mental Health: A Complete Guide to the Food-Mood Connection,' Dr. Leslie Korn's newest book, 'The Good Mood Kitchen: Simple Recipes and Nutrition Tips for Emotional Balance' has been published and is available for pre-sale.

Living the Dream - The Puerto Vallarta Lifestyle
Brock Squire

What better way to find out the truth about the Puerto Vallarta lifestyle than straight from the mouth of an expat who has lived here for more than 30 years. Brock Squire, founder of the Coldwell Banker La Costa franchise in Vallarta, shares his impressions about life on Banderas Bay.

Roberto's to Host Democrats Abroad's September Social
Democrats Abroad Mexico

The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico invites you to join us for our September Social in the air conditioned comfort of Roberto's Seafood Restaurant, located at Basilio Badillo 283 on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, on Tuesday, September 19th from 5:00-7:00 pm.

'Reina Fiestas Patrias 2017' Participants Presented
María Francesca

On Friday, the eight beautiful participants of the 'Reina Fiestas Patrias 2017' contest, which will be held in the courtyard of the municipal presidency on September 14 as part of the Independence Day celebrations in Puerto Vallarta, were officially presented to Mayor Arturo Dávalos Peña.

Mexico Commemorates Independence from Spain This Month
Maria O'Connor

September is El Més de la Patria, the month of the country, when Mexico celebrates its Independence from Spain on September 16th. In true Mexican style, there are plenty of festivities, entertainment and activities going on in Puerto Vallarta from September 13th through 17th.

This Week's Featured Vallarta Vacation Rental at PVRPV
D'Terrace 102 - Condo

This week, PVRPV is proud to present a new addition to our Select Properties, D'Terrace #102, a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in an area of Old Town Puerto Vallarta that's only a few blocks from Playa de los Muertos and within walking distance to almost everything else in La Zona Romantica.

Vallarta to Begin Collecting Property Rental Income Tax
Lorena Sonrisas

At the request of PV's Tourism Commission, a Lodging Tax Discussion and Analysis Forum was held on Wednesday with the goal of broadening the tax base to include rental income from apartments, condos & houses, which would increase the city's annual collection by 33 million pesos.

More Canadian Travellers are Heading to Riviera Nayarit
Travelweek

Canadians continue to sing the praises of Riviera Nayarit, giving the destination an impressive satisfaction score of 9.3 in July. In fact, the entire summer season has been particularly strong for the vacation hotspot, with an influx of more than 218,000 tourists, domestic and foreign, in July.

INM Cracking Down on Foreigners' Abuse of Tourist Visas
Steven M. Fry

Since their 2012 rule changes, INM has been gradually cracking down on foreigners' abuses of 'tourist' visas. INM's general policy is that if we are living in Mexico, even part-time, and that if we are working in Mexico, then we really must get a residency visa and register with SAT.

Amapas Neighborhood Association Summer Update
Tom Swale

The Amapas Neighborhood Association, a group of Mexican and ex-pat residents and business owners that work together to enhance the quality of life through improvements in security, streets and infrastructure, tells us what's been happening in Colonia Amapas this Summer.

Expat Entrepreneurs Offer a Tempting Taste of Vallarta
Robert Nelson

Entrepreneurs Todd and Kathleen Atkins spent the last five years traveling the world searching for a place to retire, but after a four-day visit last year the couple fell head over heels for Puerto Vallarta, where they bought the Xocodiva artisan chocolate and Lix ice cream shops.

Promotion of Vallarta-Nayarit is Reinforced in Finland
Norma Hernández

Vallarta-Nayarit tourism officials are taking their work on the road this week as they visit Finland and other Northern European countries for promotional, public relations and advertising work linked with Finnair's new air service that starts in November and continues through March.

Act II Entertainment Announces 2017-18 Season Shows
Marie Callan

Act II wraps up their Summer of Entertainment this week with the closing of Bob's Karaoke Party tonight, the last 'Spotlight on Vallarta' show on Thursday, and a special performance by Christine Deaver on Friday. But, as promised, Act II has released their full line-up of 2017-2018 shows.

Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week from PVRPV.com
D'Terrace 603 - Condo

Welcome to D'Terrace 603, brought to you by the Puerto Vallarta vacation experts at PVRPV. On the 6th floor of D'Terrace Residences, the newest condominium complex in La Zona Romantica, this luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium features a spacious and thoughtfully decorated interior.

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