Local News

Puerto Vallarta, A Great Place for Conventions: According to readers of MDC (Conventions Marketing) Magazine, Puerto Vallarta was selected one of the ten top destinations in Mexico to organize conventions, conferences, and trade shows. The survey among the MDC readers qualified Puerto Vallarta’s Visitor Office, hotels, airport, restaurants, bars, golf courses, spas, service quality, among others tourist aspects.

Puerto Vallarta, A Big Hit Destination: Orbiz.com recently reported that Puerto Vallarta is a top-ten international destination for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve traveling, results based on statistical information of hotels and flights reservations.

Helen Hunt Spotlights Vallarta Film Festival: Over thirty movies and the visit of Academy Award winning actress Helent Hunt will spotlight the Vallarta Film Festival fourth edition planned to be held December 5-9 at Cinemark.

Galleria Dante presents Gabriel Colunga, Oscar Solis and Juana Cortez: Back by popular demand, Oscar Solis and Juana Cortez, will be painting at the Galleria Dante on November 27 & 29th from noon to 4 pm. Always a treat for those who like to meet the artists and watch them create their masterpieces. And they will also be in attendance with Gabriel Colunga at the cocktail party from 6pm to 10pm on Wednesday, November 28th.

Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Receives Donation for Vanilla Conservatory: The Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens has received a generous donation of $25,000 USD from the foundation of George and Mary Ellen Holstein of Chicago, Illinois. This donation will fund the creation and building of a vanilla orchid conservatory.

Oaxaca Comes to Puerto Vallarta: Thanks to Puerto Vallarta’s Department of Culture, we can all enjoy the rich traditions of the state of Oaxaca in our own backyard. Beginning November 15 and continuing through December 3, Artesanos Oaxaqueños en Movimiento, a group of over 30 traveling artisans from the aforementioned state, will set shop at Plaza Lazaro Cardenas.

Galleria Dante Begins Ongoing Receptions: Galleria Dante is set to host its first show of the season next Wednesday 14, featuring painter Luis Valui and sculptor Hector Buigues with a reception starting at 6 PM.

Festival Gourmet Turns 13: The 13th Annual Festival Gourmet International will be bigger and better than ever next November 8-18 that is when 24 of our most incredible restaurants will be offering specials menus.

Le Kliff Announces Festival Gourmet Guest Chef: The palapa style restaurant Le Kliff is set to receive its Festival Gourmet guest chef Ciáran Duffy next November 11th when just 30 persons will enjoy the innovative gastronomy of this renowned food artisan. Executive Chef Ciáran Duffy aptly describes his cooking style as “globally influenced.”

Second Annual Pet Picnic Announced: If you like the beach and you're a dog owner – or wish you were – highlight Saturday, December 8, on your calendar. Because if it is even half as much fun as last year, you will not want to miss the Second Annual Daiquiri Dick's Pet Picnic.

Top-notch Mariachi Band Comes to Vallarta: Featured at Fishing Tournament Banderas Bay’s spectacular climate and beauty will once again serve as backdrop for the upcoming 52nd International Sailfish and Marlin Tournament, to take place November 15-18.

Marriott Launches Training Program: CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA committed to provide opportunities for the next generation is launching a six-month hospitality-training program for young people from challenging backgrounds. Rosa, Juan, Miriam, Tania, Francisco, and Ernesto were officially introduced to the Marriott Managers at a welcoming cocktail last week.

Café des Artistes Branches Out in Punta de Mita: Get ready for an extraordinary new level of elegance in beachside dining when Café des Artistes Del Mar opens later this year in El Anclote. The new establishment will be located within the Punta de Mita Beach Club, a luxury condominium development.

Galeria de Ollas to Feature Miniature Pots: An unassuming thimble gives clues about the size of these exquisite miniature pots, only 1.5 inches tall, created by Mata Ortiz artist Guadalupe Gallegos.