If you have yet to fall in love with the charm of Mexico and all the magical culture and opportunities that Puerto Vallarta holds, here are some comments from full and part time residents to tempt your heart strings, collected from the page of one of Puerto Vallarta’s popular Facebook groups “PV Everything you need or want to know .” If you are pondering the idea of spending more time in Puerto Vallarta, see why so many others have moved to Banderas Bay either full or part time. Here are some of the things people had to say when asked for one reason to come to Puerto Vallarta: “The fabulous weather, the wonderful people, the delicious food, Happy Hour drinks, the cost of living… oops, I guess that was more than one!” “Peace” “The People” “Being away from the snow and getting away from stressed out [North American] culture” “Mountains and ocean” “Medical care” “Just come down. Your inner spirit will let you know quite quickly if you have found your Nirvana. My inner spirit yelled …
The catch of the day is on the menu at Garza Blanca Signature Residences in more ways than one. Not only can you eat fresh fish every day at one of the gourmet restaurants or in the privacy of your residence, but when you make Garza Blanca your home, you can also join other likeminded Signature Residences owners in their love of fishing. Whether joining one resident who loves to grab a buddy and take out his rod heading to Los Arcos rock formation to catch lunch, or doing what one family from La Vegas loves to do by renting a 120 foot Azimut yacht, fishing can become a way of life in Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta If you had visited Puerto Vallarta fifty years ago, you would have found a quaint, sleepy fishing town whose main income revolved around subsistence fishing. This was pretty in keeping with the majority of the towns along Mexico’s 9,000 kilometer coastline. Today, however, Puerto Vallarta is a bustling, vibrant coastal tourist hotspot which draws in art lovers, nature …
Homeowners at Garza Blanca Signature Residences in Puerto Vallarta already know that their second home is a place of high calibre. So it should come as no surprise that things are always improving with more and more luxurious extras to make homeownership at Garza Blanca all the more fulfilling. The elegant five-star resort on Puerto Vallarta’s south shore is about to introduce a team of wine stewards to serve its gourmet restaurants and is currently in the process of training both new members of staff as well as current employees who have shown a flair for wine pairing. What does this mean for you? The already impressive wine service is set to get even better! Fully Trained Wine Stewards at Your Second Home in Puerto Vallarta By the spring of 2016, all guests and homeowners at the Garza Blanca Resort and Spa will be able to benefit from the expertise of fully trained wine stewards in the Blanca Blue Restaurant and Lounge, BocaDos STK, Aquazul and Hiroshi restaurants onsite at the resort. In the meantime, …
Puerto Vallarta on Banderas is one of Mexico’s most beautiful locations on the Pacific Coast, boasting great amenities and a growing market in luxury realty. Developments in certain Mexican vacation destinations like Puerto Vallarta have seen a revival in the real estate market in the past few years as the country moves out of the recent recession. Though prices are on the rise you can still find hidden gems and wonderful luxury realty in Puerto Vallarta. Forecasts for the property market are looking good; house prices are set to rise steadily over the next ten years or so, which means that now is the time to buy! Luxury Realty in Puerto Vallarta Mexico is a country rich in culture, history and natural beauty, and so it should come as no surprise that many real estate investors from the United States and Canada are looking to the country for second home ownership as well as retirement options. Puerto Vallarta’s location on the sunny Pacific coast, where temperatures reach a balmy 75 degrees or more even in …
You just can’t go wrong when you are trading the freezing snow and chilling winds of North America for the balmy temperatures and endless sunshine of Puerto Vallarta. Have you thought about joining a vibrant community of thousands of snowbirds who flock to Mexico every year when the winter draws in? Garza Blanca Signature Residences has a variety of different homes for purchase, and you can choose just how much you invest. From outright ownership to fractional holdings Garza Blanca Signature Residences offer a range of real estate options, but no matter which you choose, you’re looking at a luxurious way to escape to winter sunshine in your very own home away from home. Here’s why you should take the plunge in the sun and choose fractional or full ownership real estate at Garza Blanca Signature Residences to become a true snowbird: Escape all or part of the winter forever Escaping the coldest months from November to March, in a warm, sunny place would certainly put a glow on our lifestyle, and there are few …
As the holiday season’s overindulgence and merrymaking comes to a close with the welcome of a brand new year, and only a few candies and chocolates remain, thoughts turn to our plans for the new year ahead. Luckily 2015 saw positive moments on the world finance scene and it looks like we are moving towards an upturn in the real estate market. Now is the time to make plans for the future, and what better way to bring more enjoyment to your family than investing in a second home in Puerto Vallarta. Why 2016 is the year for second homes abroad Economic predictions are looking much more favorable for 2016, and now is one of the best times in recent years to make a commitment to a second home abroad. Second home-seekers from the United States, Canada and Europe will find affordable house prices in various vacation locations around the world with Mexico being one of the most popular choices amongst North Americans because of its close proximity. Also, during 2016, Garza Blanca Signature Residences …
A property manager is a third party hired by homeowners to manage a property (or properties) on their behalf. Property managers can be hired to take care of the day to day issues that come with property rentals or simply to ensure that your second home is in perfect condition each and every time you want to visit. They can deal with just one property or even a full apartment complex. They can have a range of responsibilities depending on their salary and contract including. If you are considering hiring a property manager, take a look at some of the ways they could help you: Responsible for Rent A property manager can be responsible for setting the initial rate of your property’s rent, adjusting the rent when needed and even collecting the rent and enforcing late fees when necessary. Setting Rent – A good property manager will be able to set your rent at a level that is both competitive and profitable by assessing your property in relation to others in its area (and the …
When bar-trained trial attorney, Sandeep Vishwa, told his boss in no uncertain terms where he could stick his job in 2013, little did he know that his second round of backpacking starting in Nepal would lead him to make a life in our beloved Puerto Vallarta, bringing with him a concept that takes ideas from all his globetrotting adventures, incorporating them into one space. Thanks to Deep’s wanderlust and vision, locals and visitors to Puerto Vallarta can now enjoy a taste of the exotic with the brand new Shisha Bar and Lounge opened December 2015 in PV’s old town, where you can enjoy a drink and an optional puff or two on the hookah with your friends, family or partner. Shisha Bar and Lounge Aided by two local designers Mario Perez Sainz and Rafael Sotomayor and bar manager, Rene Rivera, Deep has created a space where everyone is welcome, “an equal rights bar” where even in its short time since opening, patrons have included clients aged from 18 to 80! The concept is inspired by the …
A short taxi or bus ride from Garza Blanca’s Signature Residences will get you to one of Puerto Vallarta’s best kept secrets; the Vallarta Botanical Gardens is one of the best days out on Banderas Bay. Your Life in Paradise Just Gets Better As you make your way from Garza Blanca Signature Residences to the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore, you’ll notice that the air becomes much cooler. This is because you’re actually going up into the mountains. There is only a small sign at the entrance so it’s fairly easy to miss, but you’ll be greeted by a member of staff at the entrance gate. There is a small fee to enter the park, but it’s entirely worth it! The Vallarta Botanical Gardens are a registered charity; all the money goes directly to their upkeep as well as research and education programs. What to do when you get there When you leave the parking area you can choose to go straight to the main building where you will be able to …
Many Garza Blanca Signature Residences homeowners make a point about being in their Puerto Vallarta home for the holidays to enjoy the popular Christmas traditions in Mexico. A nation that has many rich customs and traditions, Mexico knows how to celebrate Christmas in style. It is generally less commercialized compared to Canada and the United States, but just the same, Santa Claus figures and Christmas trees are common sights. Christmas Traditions in Mexico As you walk down Mexico’s streets during the Christmas holidays, you will see many wonderful sights, from statuesque Christmas trees in town plazas, brightly sparkling Christmas lights and other hanging decorations. Life size nativity scenes are also a common sight, and in Puerto Vallarta, you may get to see some incredible sculptures made from sand as you walk down the Malecon. What sets Mexico apart from other countries is that Christmas is celebrated on December 24th on what is known as Noche Buena, and December 25th is the day for relaxing and eating the leftovers from the night before. On Noche Buena, …
