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Looking to try a water activity that combines the strength and flexibility of yoga? Did you know that there is a new exercise trend called SUP yoga? This activity combines yoga atop a paddleboard for a challenging and adventurous work out. While paddleboarding or SUP is a popular outdoor activity in Banderas Bay, SUP yoga is a newer activity that is gaining followers each day. It’s a great way to exercise the strength and stretching of yoga while being on the water.  Plus, once you learn the basics, you will be able to practice by yourself at the beach in Banderas Bay. Want to buy a second home in the area? If so, Garza Blanca’s exclusive beachfront community is a top choice for upscale homeowners in the know. Read below to learn more about SUP yoga at SUP Fitness Nayarit so you can learn this new skill, too. Photo by Joppe Spaa on Unsplash Photo by Fezbot2000 on Unsplash Origins of Yoga  To start with, yoga has been around for more than 5,000 years. It …

Día de Los Muertos is a holiday in Mexico that is also known as “Day of the Dead” in English. This unique holiday is when loved ones honor and respect those that have passed away. Throughout Mexico and in Puerto Vallarta, the Día de Los Muertos celebration starts in October and continues through November 2nd. Family and friends come together to honor those who have passed on before us. Family members will make an altar, so they can honor their deceased loved ones, which in Spanish is known as Ofrendas. The altars are very beautiful, vibrant, and colorful, and are constructed in homes along with cemeteries. The altars are believed to safely guide the deceased on their spiritual journey. Read below to learn interesting facts about Día de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead in Puerto Vallarta.  Día de Los Muertos History – Where it Started The origins of Día de Los Muertos date back to pre-Columbian traditions. The practices of Día de Los Muertos have been going on for more than 3,000 years. …

Do you want to make your dreams a reality? Are you in the market for PV luxury real estate? If so, the hottest ticket in town is Garza Blanca signature residences located just south of downtown Puerto Vallarta. Private beachfront residences are beautiful and solidly constructed. Residences offer homeowners spectacular Banderas Bay views, too. Plus, homeowners enjoy premiere access to world class amenities and resort services, too. Do you want a dream vacation home where you can be pampered like a queen or king? If so, keep reading below about Garza Blanca’s Grand Penthouse. It’s the top choice in town for elite investors who want to live the PV luxury lifestyle.  PV Luxury Real Estate: Garza Blanca Grand Penthouse With over 6000 square space, the Grand Penthouse at Garza Blanca is in a class all its own. Nestled amongst the lush Sierra Madre jungle hillside, the residence has spectacular ocean views of Banderas Bay. Likewise, the desirable indoor-outdoor living concept allows you to bring the outdoors inside with you. Plus, dramatic floor to ceiling glass …

Your home is your castle, and where most people spend the majority of their free time. Therefore, a relaxing, calming, and peaceful home environment is very important. More, more than ever due to the COVID-19 crisis, a comfortable home is a top priority. During these confusing times, having a soothing oasis at home just makes good sense. On the flip side, did you know that you can add more anxiety to your life if your home is unorganized? To avoid that, you can reduce your anxiety by following the 5 tips below.  How to Create a Soothing Environment With (5 Tips): Tip 1: Remove Clutter and Mess  Having a cluttered and messy home can add anxiety to your life. For example, have you ever had your chest tighten up or difficulty breathing when you walk into a room that is cluttered and messy? These feelings of anxiety can occur to many people. To help, you can reduce anxiety from occuring when you create an environment that is calming. It can sometimes be challenging and overwhelming …

Restaurant Week is here! It’s time to sink your teeth into the area’s best cuisine at specially discounted prices. In addition, participating restaurants are featuring exciting new dishes. At Garza Blanca, Bocados STK has presented a new dinner menu that is sure to delight visitors and residents alike. During Restaurant Week, the restaurant is offering a special 3-course menu for an incredible price of just $466 pesos. Make sure to visit Bocados STK during restaurant week. Don’t forget to visit again to try their new menu, too. Read more about the latest addition of delicious dry-aged steaks, pastas and more.  Steaks and Seafood Firstly, Bocados STK serves the area’s highest quality cuts of meat. Foodies will love the “Premium Culinary” dry-aged chops of cowboy, bone-in rib eye and porterhouse steaks. These tasty selections offer the perfect amount between spice and tenderness. The steaks are absolutely mouthwatering on their own. However, diners can also select to pair their cuts with freshly made gourmet sauces including béarnaise, chimichurri or the house signature Bocados sauce. Likewise, oregano, smoked …

It’s nearly time for the return of sea turtles in Puerto Vallarta. Each year, turtles return to Banderas Bay to lay their eggs. The spawning season starts in June and typically ends in December. There are seven different species of sea turtles, and six of these species lay their eggs in various locations throughout Mexico each year. Puerto Vallarta is also a great place to buy a vacation home. For example, Garza Blanca’s beachfront community offers savvy home buyers the chance to own a vacation home in paradise. Plus, owners get access to world class resort amenities and services, too. In the meantime, keep reading below to learn more about the annual migration of sea turtles in Puerto Vallarta.  Sea Turtle Migration The migration of sea turtles references the long-distance travel of sea turtles through the ocean until they reach the location of their birth. Adult female sea turtles return to the area where they were born to lay their own eggs. Although the spawning season starts in June and lasts through December, the peak …