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Where Exactly is Margaritaville?
Before deciding whether or not we want to retire to Margaritaville, we must ask, where in the world is Margaritaville?
June, 2010 - Read Article
Mariachi… Tequila and Charros...
Jalisco IS Mexico!
That is the slogan of the Administration of Tourism of the State of Jalisco
April, 2010 - Read Article
The Coming of Light - Yelapa Reflections
Above the town, facing the open sea, I sit on the small deck of my house in Yelapa staring into the night.
April, 2010 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta
– Part 7 And more massages…
Current research shows that people are getting more massages and experiencing the therapeutic benefits.
March, 2010 - Read Article
World Class Fire Opals Mined
Near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Mexican fire opals consist of silicon dioxide or silica spheres arranged in an orderly pattern with iron oxide dispersed throughout.
March, 2010 - Read Article
Escape from America without leaving America
Typically, when we think of escaping from America, we're referring to Americans emigrating from the United States to some other locale.
February, 2010 - Read Article
Boomers May Soon Overcome Top Objection to Retirement in Mexico
As retirees and 12 year residents of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, it’s quite easy to extol the benefits of living in Mexico.
January, 2010 - Read Article
Mexico Land of Contrast –
Jala Small & Colonial Town
Jala is small and colonial in nature. Its location, high in the Sierra Madres makes it less accessible than the cities that dot the Pacific coast.
December, 2009 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta – Part 6 Body Wrap
A body wrap is like a nourishing cocoon, using various products such as soothing oils, muds, creams, algae, etc.
December, 2009 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta – Part 5 Shiatsu
The practice of massage dates back thousands of years, in various cultures around the world. Among the ones we hear of most often is Shiatsu.
November, 2009 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta – Part 4 Foot Massages
This month, we thought we would feature those all-too-often neglected parts of our body: our feet.
October, 2009 - Read Article
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta
All Inclusive Beach & Tennis Resort
- Reinvented
Having channeled a huge investment into the renovation of all its guestrooms, the Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta Beach & Tennis Resort has re-invented itself.
September, 2009 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
Hotel Rosita – A Brief Review
There was no electric power in town, so upon checking-in guests received a kerosene lamp to light up their room.
September, 2009 - Read Review - Leer Semblanza
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta - Part 3 – Aromatherapy
During World War II, essential oils were used as antiseptics. Later, Madame Marguerite Maury elevated aromatherapy as a holistic therapy.
August, 2009 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta - Part 2 – Facials
Last month, we talked about how everyone loves a good massage, and we told you about the spas in our destination are the ideal places for visitors to escape from the daily routine while rejuvenating the mind and body.
July, 2009 - Read Article
About Spas in Puerto Vallarta…
The spas in Puerto Vallarta are ideal places for visitors to escape from the daily routine, rejuvenate the mind and body, and enjoy healthy living.
June, 2009 - Read Article
The Fountain of Youth Rediscovered in Puerto Vallarta…
Puerto Vallarta is home to three large new fully equipped modern hospitals with a fourth currently under construction…
May, 2009 - Read Article
Sailing towards the unforgettable…
We took our shoes off and soon enough were so much at ease with the textures, spaces and the whole context of the sailing vessel.
April, 2009 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
At the top of “La Bufa” Mountain
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It’s a two-minute walk where you can see San Sebastián and if you are lucky you will see Puerto Vallarta from the biggest Boulder
February, 2009 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
Road to Mascota – Fascinating Eco-touristic Route
Following the advise of Federico León de la Vega, some months ago I decided to drive into the sierra…
January, 2009 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
Road to Mismaloya – The Panoramic Route
A great part of Puerto Vallarta’s world prestige is based on the spectacular, dramatic panoramic sights of this exuberant paradise
December, 2008 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
A Gorgeous Water Factory among the
Clouds (Real Alto)
We decided to visit Real Alto first in order to culturally enrich our visit…
October, 2008 - Read Article - Leer Artículo
Mataiza
At the edge of the Riviera Nayarit, heading towards San Blas, you will be detouring at Las Varas to Zacualpan…
July, 2008 - Read in English
Picnic at El Quelele Lagoon
After the short journey to Mezcales we took a dirt road towards the water and in five minutes we were under the shade of a huge Parota tree.
June, 2008 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Working the Stone – A Legacy of Generations
While the smell of wet or dry stone fills their senses, the hands of the artisans that work on them make stones conceive the most beautiful pieces and shapes.
May, 2008 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Puente del Progreso (Bridge of Progress) - Union of Towns on the Eco-touristic Route of the Sierra del Tigre
It was not until 2005 that new efforts were undertaken to promote the construction of the bridge uniting the towns of Las Palmas and Mascota.
April, 2008 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Majahuita, a delicacy to the senses...
To sail is a luxury, as there is no room for stress or hurry and you can let your eyes devour the whole panoramic, savoring it little by little.
December, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
San Sebastián, intimately...
In San Sebastián you get carried away by centuries-old evocations
October, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
In San Sebastián del Oeste - El Porvenir Art and Silver
Strolling around the streets of San Sebastian del Oeste and attracted by a sign that reads: "Arte y Platería El Porvenir"
September, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
A Taste of Rural Life
If you want to get off the beaten path, take a seat on the Jeep Safari through the Sierra Madre.
September, 2007 - Read in English
Magic Places
There are magic places where you find the unexpected.
June, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español - Lire en français
Soyatan- Stones full of history
Soyatan is peaceful and natural; it is a small charming destination.
June, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
A day in San Sebastian del Oeste
San Sebastian del Oeste is located in the Western Sierra Madre mountain range at an altitude of 1480 meters above sea level.
June, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Cajon de Peñas Dam - A place of water with its own enchantment
Dams have always held a special attraction for humans.
May, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Posada Roger - An authentic Vallarta corner!
Posada Roger continues to be a family business and at present is a typical hotel excellently located in the center of all the action.
May, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Los Toriles - Where the Wind Has a Palace
With its comfortable distance to Puerto Vallarta as well as to Guadalajara it is well worth the trouble to visit this legacy of the past.
April, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Crocodile Farm El Cora - Protection of a sustainable and delicious environment!
There are four saurian that coexist at the spring of water called "La Cortada"
January, 2007 - Read in English - Leer en Español
I arrived at the border of the Bay of Banderas: Lo de Marcos
With almost two thousand 500 inhabitants, this small bay is a true delight for visitors and inhabitants of this place.
December, 2006 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Barra de Navidad the non hidden enchantment of Costalegre
After taking the 200 highway in the exit toward Mismaloya to the south of the city begins a trip filled with beautiful views full of vegetation with abundant green tonalities.
November, 2006 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Thank God for El Tuito!
Hey! We are already in the middle of a real colonial town and everywhere we turn we are overwhelmed by rich images of a distant past in traditional and immemorial Mexico.
September, 2006 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Fishing on Friday. not too bad he!
The fishing rods were already in place and the baits in the water were inviting the fish to bite.
April, 2006 - Read in English - Leer en Español
Water Taxi - Why fight the traffic?
The tradition of using water taxis has maintained itself and its use is more common on the southern side of the city.
January, 2006 - Leer en Español
San Blas, Jewel of Nayarit
An ideal tourist and culture destination for those
who are looking for somet hing new and not much explored
yet.
September, 2004 - Leer
en Español
The Boardwalk
Witness to the history of the city of Puerto Vallarta
and to the life of its inhabitants.
July, 2004 - Leer
en Español
Marina
Vallarta - A stroll on the
boardwalk
In Marina Vallarta, a stroll along its boardwalk is
a pleasure for the senses and for the imagination.
June, 2004 - Leer
en Español
Romantic
Zone - With the typical
fragrance and flavor of Vallarta
The "Romantic Zone" invites
to stroll along its streets and beaches to get to
know it.
May, 2004 - Leer
en Español
The
adventure of explorers, face to face with nature
by Ana Luz Velázquez
- June 3, 2002
Obviously, the adventure of exploration may involve battling
with dust, with some insect or other, and maybe other sorts of discomfort, but
it also enables us to set our routine aside for a while.
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