The idea for Puerto Vallarta's first and only plus-sized swimwear store was born on a sunny day as Robina and her husband Carlos sat by the pool at a Puerto Vallarta resort. Robina had tried in vain for days to find a comfortable, flattering suit in her size. As she looked at the women in all … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2011
10+ Reasons to Visit Mexico!
July 9, 2011
Why do you like to visit or live in Mexico? Where do you like to go to in Mexico? What do you like to do in Mexico? What are you favorite restaurants in Mexico? Never been to Mexico and have questions about where to start? Please share any positive experiences or queries in the comment box … [Read more...]
Mar de Jade (Sea of Jade), Chacala, Riviera Nayarit
July 9, 2011
Mar de Jade is a Wellness & Vacation retreat center nestled between the tropical jungle and the Chacala's. Chacala is a hidden treasure – a peaceful fishing village and a perfect setting for a relaxing, supportive, inspirational vacation. Mar de Jade has 12 rooms and 15 suites with garden … [Read more...]
Tepoz Spa & Apartment, Tepoztlan, Morelos
July 8, 2011
TepozSpa is a club for gay men located in Tepoztlan, Morelos, Mexico, one hour south of Mexico City, or 15 minutes east of Cuernavaca where it is never hot and it is never cold. The picturesque village of Tepoztlan and the surrounding area is charming - reminiscent of Old Mexico. TepozSpa has a … [Read more...]
Casa Anita and Corona del Mar Villa, Old Town, Puerto Vallarta
July 7, 2011
Casa Anita and Corona del Mar Villa is a small all-suite hotel (30 villa suites) located in Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. The suites are a 5-minute walk to the popular Playa Los Muertos beach and a 10-minute walk to downtown Vallarta. The all-suite hotel has been under the same management since … [Read more...]
Casa de Los Artistas, Boca de Tomatlan, Jalisco
July 6, 2011
Casa de Los Artistas and the ‘Sister Apts.’ back onto the lush tropical flora and fauna of the Sierra Madre jungle and face the Pacific Ocean. The 5,000 sq. ft. modern Mexican hacienda style home features an ocean view from each window and a 1,500 sq. ft. open air studio with a panoramic view of … [Read more...]
Federico Leon de la Vega, Estudio Cafe & Gallery, Marina Vallarta, Nayarit
July 3, 2011
Federico Leon de la Vega is an artist, industrial designer and entrepreneur. Federico studied at the Auburn University School of Architecture (1977) and Universidad Iberoamericana (1975). Painting for pleasure gradually became his full time occupation. A successful first show in 1985 led to other … [Read more...]
Learn Spanish at Papelitos, Puerto Vallarta
July 2, 2011
Glenna Travers and Arturo Hernandez are the founders of Papelitos (little papers). Papelito’s Spanish-teaching program permits flexibility. Glenna and Arturo teach officers and seamen, hotel and restaurant staff. Curriculum is prepared specific to the situation at hand. Glenna created a class to … [Read more...]
“Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Guide Beck’s Best” by Gary R. Beck
July 2, 2011
“Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Guide Beck's Best” written and edited by Gary R. Beck Description: A food lover's guide to Puerto Vallarta restaurants including northern locales to San Pancho and southern locales to Yelapa Synopsis: Updated information on over 375 restaurants on 120+ spiral bound … [Read more...]
Books About Mexico by Tony Burton
July 2, 2011
Western Mexico - A Traveller's Treasury by Tony Burton Well-known guide to western Mexico, including: Chapala, Ajijic, Colima, Patzcuaro, Tepic, Monarch Butterflies. This delightful, well-written book contains dozens of suggestions … [Read more...]
