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Concepto Exhibition at Art Vallarta

Concepto is a multi-material art exhibition at Art Vallarta running from March 26 – April 30, 2021. Concepto is a multi-material art exhibition at Art Vallarta running from March 26 – April 30, 2021. The hours of the show are Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm. Learn more at https://www.artvallarta.com/exhibition-concepto-2021-a-mixed-media-art-exhibition/

Banderas Bay Regatta 2021- Our Days Racing on the Water

Story by Corie DuChateau, Aran Rosales Trejo, and Kati Kati; photos by Ernesto Gallardo  A person who rows a boat uses effort, but the man who puts up a sail is using magic. Alan Watts Each year, the month of March brings a special shade of magic to the sapphire blue waters of the Bahia … Continue reading Banderas Bay Regatta 2021- Our Days Racing on the Water

Easter in Mexico

Undoubtedly Easter is the most crucial celebration of the Christian world. The resurrection of  Jesus Christ marks the beginning of the Christian fate and is celebrated widely.  Easter happens in Springtime, the time of the year when everything awakens from the long winter slumber, flowers bloom, filling with vibrant colors our scenery. Often the Easter … Continue reading Easter in Mexico

What A Drag 2021 – Fundraiser for Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter

What A Drag is one of the most anticipated events in Puerto Vallarta each year. The show is a fundraiser to support Casa Esperanza Women’s Shelter and Compassion for the Family. It’s a musical comedy show like no other, with an evening of music, dancing, and hilarious theater, as straight men dress in drag for the first time … Continue reading What A Drag 2021 – Fundraiser for Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter

Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta

Snorkeling, not only doesn’t require formal training but it’s also a fun activity to share with friends and family. Even if you are not an expert swimmer you can snorkel either wearing a life vest or holding on to a flotation device. Trying snorkeling will get you a first-row seat in a breathtaking underwater world … Continue reading Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta

Where to Get Your U.S. Taxes Done in Puerto Vallarta

It’s tax season again, and you may be wondering if you need to fly back to the U.S. to have your taxes done. Thankfully, the answer is no! Puerto Vallarta is lucky to have a U.S. tax and accounting firm right here! Not only that, but they actually specialize in U.S. taxes for Americans living … Continue reading Where to Get Your U.S. Taxes Done in Puerto Vallarta

Where to Get a COVID-19 Test in Puerto Vallarta

You can get a COVID-19 test at private hospitals and laboratories in Puerto Vallarta. Prices seem to be changing frequently, so it’s best to call and ask before you go.  Mediclar Labs Location: FluvialAddress: Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio 2294, Fluvial Vallarta, 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.No appointment necessaryEmail: direccion@mediclarlab.comWebsite: https://www.mediclarlab.com/Mobile service: Yes, to your home, hotel … Continue reading Where to Get a COVID-19 Test in Puerto Vallarta

History of the Term Pata Salada

I have heard stories from locals about what it was like to grow up in Puerto Vallarta in the 1950s.  Once, a taxi driver told me this story:  In the 1950s, it was common that children in Puerto Vallarta didn’t wear shoes until they were about 10 years old. This is why now people born … Continue reading History of the Term Pata Salada