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Studio Leno Morfin Welcome Wixarika Elders – Pto. Vallarta Centro
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Places to go!, Puerto Vallarta - Things to do on 03/11/2010 03:27 pm by adminMaris Kilk
This Friday, March 12th at 9pm you are welcome to Studio Leno Morfin to meet the huichol elders don Custodio Rivera and mama Chali. For the joy of having them around we will bless the good moment and call Studio Leno Morfin now also opened to public. Cultural events coming soon. Studio visits and workshops with previous registration.
This time cosy night with special guests. Will be art, will be fire, will be traditional huichol healing. You can bring some snacks to share. We will offer a hot fruit ponch. This time no alcohol.
For a cleansing with don Custodio registrate by mail or by phone 322 1751629 (appointments possible til Monday 15th).
Studio Leno Morfin – Emiliano Carranza 588, Centro – Puerto Vallarta, México – Tel: (+52) 322 222-2864 skype: marisskypes – e-mail: mariskilk@gmail.com - website: www.lenomorfin.com
Let PEACE Take You on a Real World Home Tour
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Places to go!, Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Puerto Vallarta Charity on 02/19/2010 03:12 pm by adminYavette Holts-O’Shea – peacemexico.org
Be more than a tourist! Sample the many lifestyles of the Bahía de Banderas on PEACE Real World Home Tours.
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Unlike other home tours, PEACE Real World Home Tours showcase upward focused, authentic pueblo homes where big world visions start small, together with multimillion dollar estates where the smallest details take your breath away.
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It’s a real world view of the Bahía de Banderas as it evolves, combining a healthy combination of diverse communities. To really know the heart of this place, you have to scratch deeper to see more than what’s on the surface. What’s beautiful in the pueblo is also beautiful in the villa. The spirit of good will and the effort made to live and enjoy the richness of this idyllic region is the unifying factor.
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The Real World Home Tour visits 4 exclusive homes, from luxury to modest, where you will see from the inside out both the differences and similarities in the lifestyles of the locals and the expats who make up this rich community. Includes transportation, light lunch, and a souvenir sports water bottle. You can even redeem your ticket for discounts at the PEACE store.
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PEACE Real World Home Tours
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Every Friday (January 22 – April 2)
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Ticket sales open at 9:15 am from Bucerías Centro
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Tour bus leaves: 10:30 am – Returns by 2:30 pm
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Tickets: $450 pesos ($35 USD)
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Includes transportation, tour map and souvenir water bottle
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100% ticket proceeds support PEACE actions in communities around the bay
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For reservations or more info contact: yavette@peacemexico.org
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Preparing for Your Whale Watching Adventure in Puerto Vallarta
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Places to go!, Puerto Vallarta - Things to do on 02/18/2010 03:35 pm by adminKeith May, Executive Director
Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching Forum
Photo Copyright © 2010 – www.OceanFriendly.com
I am often asked by people wanting to plan a whale watching adventure how they can ensure that they are choosing a responsible whale watching tour operator for their trip. The first thing to do is to spend some time at our online non-profit website to learn what constitutes responsible whale watching both for authorized tour companies and private boat owners. At the Forum you will find the federal regulations designed to ensure safe environment for the Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) while observing these great creature in the wild. Additionally, you’ll find a listing of all boats and tour companies that have been given permission by the wildlife authority SEMARNAT to provide whale watching tours to the public. If a boat isn’t listed it’s simply not authorized and you should choose a different tour company.
That is the technical way to choose who will take you on this adventure of a lifetime. But, I’ll ask you to choose with your heart. Do a little extra homework and ask the questions that really matter. Is the company participating in the Fluke Identification Program for Banderas Bay? Are the profits from the money you’re paying going toward research that will help to protect and better manage the Humpback whale species? Will research findings be shared with other researchers around the world? Do they provide life vests, first aid kits and all required safety equipment onboard? If the answer to any of these questions is “no” keeping on looking for another company.
Then I urge you to check online at www.TripAdvisor.com and see what others are saying about the tour company that seems to be the most interesting to you. The travelers that post their comments at TripAdvisor are nothing if not honest. Lastly, check the reviews of the three companies that we at The Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching Forum consider to be among the best of the best. All of the guides with these companies are working researchers that fund their research by conducting whale watching adventures for tourists and this is how they pay for their research. The boats are smaller thus providing a more intimate atmosphere and you’ll have the knowledge of a competent scientist right at your finger tips. You would be surprised to hear some of the things I hear other guides telling people out on the water. Sometimes they just make things up or have all the fact and figures completely wrong. Whale watching is not an inexpensive activity. If you’re paying that much for the adventure of a lifetime at least make sure that you’re getting accurate information from trained professionals and not bad information and bad booze that’s going to give you a hangover tomorrow morning.
So, now you’ve chosen the company that will take you out to see the whales. What’s next? You will proceed to the company’s website and inquire about available dates. Once a date is confirmed you’ll generally be ask to pay online or drop off your payment at their offices. Once payment has been made you’ll receive your confirmation and information about the location of the pier, what time to meet, what to bring, etc.
On the morning of your departure you’ll be given a briefing about Banderas Bay and information about the Humpback whales before you board the boat. Throughout the trip more information is given depending on what behaviors you’re observing at any given time throughout the trip.
By choosing the right tour operator you’ll know that you have done all you can do to help ensure the safety of the whales and yourself. But, you’ll also be directing your money toward important research programs that have been established here in Puerto Vallarta.
I have the great fortune to meet people from around the globe that come to Banderas Bay to vacation. Some come specifically because of their love for the Humpbacks. Others come on the tour to check whale watching off their list. No matter your reasons for coming don’t come thinking that you’re just going to be seeing whales. If you come with your heart open and allow the magnificence of these creatures to feed your soul with beautiful impressions of love and beauty you can be assured a transformative experience like no other!
Do yourself a favor and plan your whale watching adventure today! Happy Whale Watching!
To learn more about responsible whale watching in Puerto Vallarta, please visit our non-profit website at www.PuertoVallartaWhaleWatching.org
U.S. CONSULAR AGENCY, COMMUNITY NETWORK BREAKFAST
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Puerto Vallarta Charity on 01/02/2010 11:59 am by adminNuevo Vallarta, Nayarit for January!! COME AND JOIN US…
When? January 15th, 2010
09:00 A.M. (Jalisco Time)
Where? VALLARTA YACHT CLUB – Paradise Village
Nuevo Vallarta
Call for directions: 297-2222
Cost? $90.00 pesos includes full breakfast and tip!
Why? The U.S. Consular Agency Community Network Breakfast is a place to network, make new friends, greet old ones, promote your business-charity & find out what’s going on in the Riviera Nayarit & Puerto Vallarta!
What else? This month, we ask that you “Bring a Thing” to support The Bucerias Bilingual Cultural Center. Needs include: bilingual dictionaries, English language workbooks, bond paper, glue sticks, pens, pencils, colored markers, highlighters, lined notebooks, toilet paper, soap, paper towels.
Are you a newcomer to area? If so, we have a special group of people to meet you, chat with you and welcome you!
MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY! – lailworth@yahoo.com
Questions & Comments to Kelly Trainor: consularagentpvr@prodigy.net.mx
Everybody is Welcome…
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Have you met Nina yet right here in Puerto Vallarta? The women with many talents
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Things to do on 12/18/2009 12:46 pm by adminWritten By: Javier Castañeda
Photograph By: Paco Ojeda
The first time I tried Nina’s cookies was back in 1993 when a good friend of mine gave me a sample of her baked goods I instantly became addicted to her cookies because they were homemade from scratch and they are certainly the best I have ever tasted within Mexico especially in Puerto Vallarta. Year after year when I would return I would actually seek Nina to order some cookies for my family and friends while we were on vacation in Puerto Vallarta. My family has nicknamed her the COOKIE LADY .
However, since moving to Puerto Vallarta from Vancouver , British Columbia last year. Nina has grown to be LA BODEGA DE NINA who now offers a variety of items, from an excellent wine selection which is her passion to all sorts of baked goods and sausages. I have been able to sample along with my co-workers , friends , roommates and family other delicacies for example her CARROT CAKE AND CARAMEL NUT TART, which will certainly give anyone an orgasm just like Meg Ryan in the movie When Harry met Sally. Her BROWNIES AND SCONES are delicious. Her homemade ITALIAN SAUSAGE IS YUMMY and really good.
Of course trying out all of her fanfare comes with a price. I have gained ten pounds but I have savored it immensely and after these holidays I will go back on working on getting in shape again. All of Nina’s prices are very reasonable and Nina offers free delivery – just try to place your order one day in advance. Nina is currently offering every two weeks a Wine Tasting at bite me! beach club located right infront of the Blue Seas Resort & Sap, next to the Blue Chairs. For more information please visit the PVRPV Blog.
Email: nbgoodhope@yahoo.com
Cell Phone: (044) 322-289-6434 / (044) 322-136-1076
Fax: 224-8140
English Classes at PVRPV – Rentals and Property Management in Puerto Vallarta
Posted in Holidays Welcome from PVRPV, Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Puerto Vallarta Charity on 12/16/2009 06:29 pm by adminIt’s my pleasure to announce that the PVRPV English Classes resumed on Tuesday December 15th, 2009.
English classes are open to the public in general and the classes will take place in our main office, Pino Suárez #210, Col. Emiliano Zapata.
At this time, the classes are being offered every Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The total cost is $20.00 pesos per class.
Remember that this small donation will help benefit different non-profit organizations.
A few retired teachers have offered their services and they are volunteering their time to help with this cause.
If you know of anyone who is interested or if you want to send someone to us, please contact us at info@pvrpv.com or call our office at: 222.0638/222.9694/222.7011.
Thanks and we wish you all Happy Holidays!
Andale Restaurant Celebrates 30 Years in Vallarta
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Puerto Vallarta Charity, Restaurant and Lounge in Puerto Vallarta on 12/14/2009 05:10 pm by adminLooking for some real Mexican fun in Puerto Vallarta? Then Andale is the place for you! Lively music, delicious food, ice cold margaritas made from the finest tequila and an electric party atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re at the biggest fiesta in town!
In just a couple of weeks, Andale will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for early-morning and post-nightclub breakfast, lunch, lazy afternoons and lively evenings, so whether you’re out shopping, meeting friends, returning from the beach or planning a party, it’s the only place to be!
At their prime Zona Romantica location on Olas Altas, you can enjoy their famous sizzling fajitas, served with flour tortillas and the essentials; salsa, guacamole and sour cream. Rip open a rack of ribs, smothered in barbecue sauce. Put some fire in your belly with their spicy chili or fill it up with a succulent burgers and steaks with tasty toppings, fresh salads and decadent desserts.
Andale’s choice of cocktails is so extensive it almost embarrassing. If you like your drinks sweet or sour, sharp or soft, they have a cocktail to suit your taste and fuel your party spirit. And if it’s a drop of the Mexican holy water you’re looking for then look no further than Andale’s bar; tequila is their thing! And, of course, don’t forget about their world-famous Andale donkey appearing nightly around 9pm.
On Monday’s, around 2pm, feel free to join Andale’s in feeding children in Colonia Magisterio, one of the poorest areas on Vallarta. Hundreds of families live in shanties made of materials found in the nearby municipal dump. Many of the families have no access to running water or sanitation and many of the children are forced to work to help their families rather than attend school. Andale Restaurant and Andale’s on the Bay has teamed up with some great organizations, local businesses and caring volunteers to really make a difference in this extremely poor neighborhood.
To receive regular Andale and Andale’s on the Bay updates on special offers and events, including their 30th anniversary celebration in February, log on to www.andales.com and join them on TWITTER or FACEBOOK. We encourage you to use their new social networking sites to meet friends, send shout outs to the great staff and to post your favorite Andale photos in preparation of their 30th year in Puerto Vallarta.
Events at bite me! beach club – Los Muertos Beach, Puerto Vallarta
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Restaurant and Lounge in Puerto Vallarta on 12/14/2009 03:10 pm by adminTuesday 6 to 8 Karaoke with Jools
Come out and be a star. Lots of songs to choose from and a fun time. 2×1 drinks from 6 to 7pm
Free shot for every song you sing.
Wednesday 6 to 8 Wine Tasting with Nina from La Bodega De Nina. Enjoy this professional wine tasting event. 3 white and 3 reds will be sampled. A different country will be choosen every other Wednesday 120.00 pesos in advance 150.00 pesos at the door. Limited to 30 people only.
Friday 6 to 8 Love to Dance? Enjoy instruction of most Latin rythms with our handsome instructor Ziggy. 1 hour instruction followed by 1 hour free dancing. 50 pesos.
Every Monday and Saturday 6 to 8 Kim Kuzma Live. Enjoy the sunset and an intimate evening with this talented Canadian Singer. 75 pesos in advance 150 pesos at the door Limited to 50 people per show. Book soon as tickets are selling fast. With each purchased ticket, you receive a free cocktail with it between 5:30pm and 6Pm just prior to Kim’s show.
bite me! beach club Playa Los Muertos beside Hotel Tropicana infront of Blue Seas Resort
322-223-1521 ex 234
U.S. CONSULAR AGENCY COMMUNITY NETWORK BREAKFAST Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco for December!! COME AND JOIN US…
Posted in Puerto Vallarta - Things to do, Puerto Vallarta Charity, Puerto Vallarta Library on 12/08/2009 12:38 pm by adminWhen? December 18th, 2009
09:00 A.M. (Jalisco Time)
Where? THE RIVER CAFE – Isla Rio Cuale,
El Centro Vallarta
Call for directions: 223-0788 – Michael Bufford
Cost? $90.00 pesos includes full breakfast and tip!
Why? The U.S. Consular Agency Community Network Breakfast is a place to network, make new friends, greet old ones, promote your business-charity & find out what’s going on in the Riviera Nayarit & Puerto Vallarta!
What else? This month, we ask that you “Bring a Thing” to support Los Mangos Library – Sally’s Corner for art projects. Needs include: Tempra paints, construction paper, crayons, colored pencils, glue sticks, kids scissors, glitter and colored markers.
Are you a newcomer to area? If so, we have a special group of people to meet you, chat with you and welcome you!
MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY!
michaelboufford@rivercafe.com.mx
Questions & Comments to Kelly Trainor
consularagentpvr@prodigy.net.mx
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