Puerto Vallarta named National Host for 2012 Tourism Convention

"Confirmed by Tourism Secretary, Fernando Olivera Rocha, who said that the bid was won due to the quality of hotels and the facilities the Banderas Bay region offers, air connectivity to Vallarta, and of course the new Puerto Vallarta Convention Center, where the event will be held." Read more … [Read more...]

Virgin America Flights to Puerto Vallarta start Dec. 2, 2011

USA Today By Ben Mutzabaugh "Virgin America has received approval from U.S. regulators to begin service to Puerto Vallarta. The airline says it will begin service to the Mexican resort destination on Dec. 2, 2011. " For entire article, click HERE. … [Read more...]

LA VILLA DEL ENSUENO BOUTIQUE HOTEL, TLAQUEPAQUE, JALISCO

La Villa del Ensueno is a enchanting boutique hotel located in Tlaquepaque, a 20 minute drive from the Guadalajara airport. Traditional hacienda style architecture, offset by the Mexico’s vibrant colors and intriguing folk art, creates a romantic atmosphere. Spacious, charismatic rooms and suites … [Read more...]

Maya Archaeology Initiative’s Toucan Logo Ruffles Kellogg’s Feathers

Detroit Free Press - August 22, 2011 “ To a California foundation, its toucan bird symbol represents its attempts to preserve the Mayan culture.    To Battle Creek-based Kellogg, it looks too close to Toucan Sam on boxes of its Froot Loops. "This is a bit like the Washington Redskins claiming … [Read more...]

16th European Mayan Conference, Dec. 5-10, Copenhagen, Denmark

16th European Maya ConferenceDecember 5-10, 2011Copenhagen, Denmark "The Maya in a Mesoamerican Context: Comparative Approaches to Maya Studies". ``Papers delivered at the symposium will discuss the integration, interaction and co-development of Maya culture with the wider cultural area of … [Read more...]

Bungalows Vista Panoramica, Bucerias, Nayarit

Bungalows Vista Panoramica is located 15 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta Airport in the small village of Bucerias.  The tropical whitewashed structure is adorned with circular terraces with panoramic vistas of lush greenery, Banderas Bay, tropical sunsets, pool and palapa. The contemporary … [Read more...]

Hotel Cactus Inn, Bucerias, Nayarit

Hotel Cactus Inn, located in Bucerias, Nayarit, a short 15 minute drive from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, is owned and designed by host Mario Topete. The colourful, traditionally decorated Mexican hotel opened in the late 1990’s and underwent intensive renovations in 2004, maintaining … [Read more...]

Rancho El Limón Organic Farm and Pura Vida Mexico Organic Spa, Puerto Vallarta Area

Rancho El Limón Organic Farm and Pura Vida Mexico Organic Wellness Centre, is a family owed 30 hectare parcel of agricultural land that has been farmed for the past 25 years. The farm is located in the Sierra Madre mountain range in a small village near Las Palmas, 45 minutes from the Puerto … [Read more...]

Tailwind Jungle Lodge, San Pancho, Mexico

Hi:  Just got a message from the Jungle Family at Tailwind Adventure Tours in San Poncho, Riviera Nayarit about the upcoming tourist season 2011-2012: "Hola Amigos! As the summertime draws to a close, many of you may be feeling a bit melancholy. But don't worry, here at the Tailwind jungle lodge, … [Read more...]

Casa del Encanto, Gypsy Caravan, Ajijic, Lake Chapala, Mexico

Casa del Encanto is a character gypsy caravan set in a secure, private garden in the center of the colorful village of Ajijic. The delightful, hand-crafted wooden caravan has a king-size bed, bathroom (shower only), cable TV and a DVD player. Valet parking is included. Ajijic is a 20 minute drive … [Read more...]