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Puerto Vallarta, A Great Vacation Destination

VLE — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:39:23 +0000

With its popularity now, it is difficult to believe that Puerto Vallarta was once a quiet fishing village and port town. Located in the state of Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta was founded on December 12, 1851 by Don Guadalupe Sanchez Torres and was originally named “Pierto Las Penas”, meaning “Port of the Rocks.” The village was first established as a port for the mines in the area to transfer silver. In 1918, this simple fishing village was made into a municipality and renamed Puerto Vallarta after Ignacio Vallarta, a former governor of the state.

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Becas Ball 2010 – Puerto Vallarta

VLE — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:26:16 +0000

Nuevo Vallarta is a wonderful place to spend your Spring Break; it’s warm, beautiful, and full of things to do. While you are there, your calendar will likely be full from trying to pack all that the area has to offer into just a few days. When you are putting your schedule together, you may want to save March 11th for the Becas Ball which offers a night of good food and fun while also benefitting a great cause.

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The Todos Santos Art Festival

VLE — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:57:36 +0000

The Todos Santos Art Festival is a week-long celebration of art and Mexican culture. This year’s festival will be January 30-February 6 and promises to be just as successful as ever.

Puerto Vallarta Last Class!

VLE — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:42:38 +0000

If you were thinking of visiting beautiful Puerto Vallarta soon, may I suggest you do so in late September? That’s when El Arrayan will be having their final cooking class for the season.

Fiesta de Cabo San Lucas

Rachel Geist — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:24:03 +0000

Head to downtown Cabo San Lucas on October 18th to join in Fiesta de Cabo San Lucas, the celebration of the patron saint of Cabo. Festivities include a parade that passes through downtown’s closed streets. There are depictions of the patron, dances, music, and food. Lots of food! Street vendors set up around the area and serve local cuisine as well as international treats. The vendors and performances change every year which make it an enjoyable and unique experience each time. Best of all, there is no admission fee.

Hitting the Baja Peninsula with La Familia

Rachel Geist — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:44:12 +0000

By Keith Kennedy

It was just after 3pm on day two in Cabo San Lucas when it hit me. I could live here.

360 days of sun every year, some of the best beaches in Mexico, a county of water sports and fishing, great restaurants, and plenty for “la familia” to do. Sure, I’d have to find a new career, but where there’s a will, there’s a way?

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Are You There, America? It's Me, Cabo

VLE — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:55:26 +0000

Though many travelers to Cabo San Lucas were concerned about the course of hurricane Jimena, the impact so far has been minimal and according to recent reports, the path of the storm has changed course, leaving the Northern part of the Baja Peninsula preparing for the worst. According to Weather.com, “The hurricane has passed to west and is now north of the resorts along the southern tip of Baja California. The area did not experience any major impacts.”

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Tequila!

VLE — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:21:39 +0000

It shouldn’t surprise you that across Mexico there are several festivals celebrating tequila. After all, Mexico is the birthplace of the popular drink and there’s no reason not to be proud of that! In October, Cabo San Lucas hosts the Baja Sur Tequila and Mariachi Festival, a 3 day event that celebrates the history and quality of tequila with the music of mariachi. What could be better?

Puerto Vallarta Budget for Indulgence

Rachel Geist — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:09:25 +0000

Puerto Vallarta is a great vacation destination. For anyone with a healthy budget, it can be an AMAZING vacation destination. With luxury villas, private tours, and world renowned restaurants, there is no limit to what Puerto Vallarta has to offer, if you can afford it.

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Puerto Vallarta Canopy Tours- A Memorable Experience

Rachel Geist — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:46:33 +0000

For any of you who have dreamed of flying, a canopy tour is probably as close as you’re going to get. Glide hundreds of feet above the ground on a zip line, the wind in your face, and fool your senses into thinking you’re finally living your dream.

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Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens

VLE — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:19:03 +0000

It’s difficult to find anything more stunning than the beauty of nature and the plant life in Puerto Vallarta is certainly no exception. Surround yourself with nature’s splendor at the Botanical Gardens.

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Puerto Vallarta, Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Rachel Geist — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:36:54 +0000

Chances are, if you’ve seen a postcard of Puerto Vallarta, you’ve seen the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe (also known as the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Guadalupe Church). Having taken nearly a century to complete, this church combines many architectural styles to create a beautiful place of worship.

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Cabo's Museo de las Californias

Rachel Geist — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:05:40 +0000

In downtown Cabo lies an adorable museum filled with local treasures. The Museo de las Californias has a collection of items pertaining to the Baja Peninsula.

Museo de las Californias

Cabo Wabo

Rachel Geist — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:33:49 +0000

If you’re sight-seeing in Cabo San Lucas, it’ll be difficult to miss Cabo Wabo. This gigantic nightclub has been around for about 20 years and just continues to get more popular. In fact, it’s spawned another location in Lake Tahoe and a line of successful tequila. Who is the genius behind all of this? Rock musician and (sometimes) front man of Val Halen, Sammy Hagar.

Los Cabos – Big Fish, Big Money

Rachel Geist — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:12:40 +0000

With a grand prize of over $2 million, you won’t want to miss Bisbee’s annual Black and Blue Tournament. Serious fishermen (and women) look forward to this event not only for the generous prizes but for the bragging rights as well. This event is not for the faint of heart or the light of wallet with tournament fees ranging from $5,000 to $63,000.

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Cabo ATV Tours – Day of Adventure

Rachel Geist — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:41:30 +0000

Cabo ATV Tours

For those of you going to Cabo to relax, you’ve made a good choice. You’ll probably want to spend your day enjoying the sun and the sand on the beautiful beach while you sip delicious drinks, sitting on your soft towel, under your striped umbrella. It’s definitely not a bad way to spend the day but for those of you who crave a little more action, let me suggest that you look into ATV tours.

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Cabo Day Trips

Rachel Geist — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:51:26 +0000

When you arrive in Cabo and see the beauty that surrounds you, it’s not likely that your first thought will be of leaving. After a few days, however, try pulling yourself a way for a fun day trip. Think about making your way to Todos Santos, a cute little town that has been gaining in popularity due to the growth of its artistic community as well as its thriving agriculture.

Los Cabos Golden Cactus Gallery

Rachel Geist — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:08:51 +0000

When you’re ready to leave the beach and explore the rest of Cabo, make sure you make a trip to the Golden Cactus Gallery. Though the outside is such that you might pass by without realizing the treasures within, please don’t make that mistake. With so many artists featured, and such a variety of work on display, each visitor is sure to find a piece that they love.

Amazing Cabo sea life – unique vacation experience

VLE — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:01:20 +0000

One of the many wonderful things Cabo has to offer is an amazing sea life. Cabo San Lucas is well known as a popular fishing area and visitors who are lucky enough to travel to Cabo can’t resist the draw of the Pacific Ocean or the Sea of Cortez.

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Puerto Vallarta resort: Villa La Estancia

VLE — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 22:44:36 +0000

Mexico! What do you know about Mexico? Mexico is well known as one of the world’s most travel destination. Many people and tourists worldwide dream of visiting Mexico because this country has many things to do when travelling there.

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