The beautiful seaside city of Puerto Vallarta in Mexico is well known for its artistic flair, made most evident by the various exhibits, galleries, and sculptures found throughout the town. Each of Puerto Vallarta’s art galleries has its own unique style and personality with works exhibited by popular Mexican artists as well as international artists. You can expect to see great paintings, exceptional ceramic art, sculptures, and more when you visit these galleries. Decorate your home or add to your art collection Puerto Vallarta’s galleries cater to both the serious art collector as well as the window shopper and are ideal locations to find something fabulous to decorate your home in Banderas Bay or purchase as a wonderful souvenir. The renowned weekly ArtWalk on Wednesday evenings is a great place to start your exploration of Puerto Vallarta’s art galleries, enjoying a wide range of galleries that open its doors with a glass of wine or canapes. Here are just some of Puerto Vallarta’s art galleries to tempt you: Omar Alonzo Art Gallery The architecture of …
Simply put? Foreigners absolutely can buy real estate across Mexico, but may need a trustee within certain areas. Many people hold the misconception that it is actually illegal for foreigners to hold real estate in Mexico, or that they cannot hold it within certain areas of land, but this is not the case. There are, however, some constitutional limitations placed on ownership of land that falls within 50 km (31 miles) of the coast and 100km (62 miles) from the international borders. If the real estate falls within one of these areas it will be necessary to set up a fideicomiso (bank trust) so that the purchase is legal. Thankfully, however, this is a pretty straight-forward process thanks to the many banks who offer the service. Fideicomisos and Bank Trust Institutions for foreigners buying real estate in Mexico In order to allow for the purchase of land and/or real estate within Mexico’s restricted zones by foreign nationals it is necessary to establish a trust deed through a Mexican Bank. The bank itself can be the …
If you are on the lookout for an exclusive and secluded hideaway to escape to for a day trip when you stay at your Garza Blanca home away from home, then you might consider the Casitas Maraika Beach Club. This club is a gem, found on the southern side of Banderas Bay in the foothills of the stunning Sierra Madre Mountains. Casitas Maraika Casitas Maraika is the only business in the immediate vicinity so you won’t need to worry about having a hard time staking out your spot on the beach, or getting a good patch of water to swim in. Though Casitas Maraika Beach Club is accessible only by boat trip, or through a hike on foot, the food, excellent service, and frosty drinks (as well as the truly stunning views) make it more than worth the effort. Getting to Casitas Maraika is really half the fun; here are the very best ways to get there! Hiking to Casitas Maraika If you take a taxi or bus to the nearby Boca de Tomatlan you …
The Blanca Blue restaurant located at Garza Blanca Preserve in Puerto Vallarta has been enjoying the talents and inimitable presence of Chef Mario Castro this past year. This young chef originally from Oaxaca grew up in the USA and has been wowing residents and guests every day during his tenure here so far. His latest contribution to Blanca Blue Restaurant is the unveiling of his new Tapas Mestizas menu. This delicious new menu will be available in the raised area of the restaurant next to the luxury wine cellar to complement the main menu served at Blanca Blue. Blanca Blue’s Tapas Mestizas Tapas are part of a Spanish culinary tradition which sees groups sharing small savoury dishes and enjoying different bite-sized recipes over the course of a meal. Chef Castro has taken this sociable and fun tradition and married it with the punchy flavours and ingredients of Mexican cuisine. That’s why it’s called Tapas Mestizas; Mestiza/o is a word used to denote someone who has a mix of Spanish and Native Mexican blood, and that …
As a current real estate owner or potential resident at the sensational Garza Blanca Preserve, you should know that living here is full of wonderful perks and privileges that make every single day feel extraordinary. With the introduction of the new Live Music Experience, special moments can be yours no matter what is on your agenda each day. You can now look forward to a unique blend of musical genres from classical to modern to jazz performed by four incredible musicians from Cuba who will dazzle you with their expertise playing instruments including the saxophone, trumpet, violin and flute. Live Music that Inspires Always striving to create a remarkable atmosphere filled with unique experiences, Garza Blanca Resort & Spa has implemented this new live music program to enhance several beloved spaces around the property including the pool areas, on-site restaurants and right on the beach. You can discover where these gifted solo artists will be playing by checking with a member of the activities team. Knowing that you can catch a set by one of …
If you are looking for something that is more than just a lavish gated community, with a real estate inventory that is part of a very successful and celebrated five-star resort and spa, look no further than Garza Blanca Real Estate on the South Shore of Puerto Vallarta. Located on Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore, amongst the grounds of a stunning 88-acre jungle preserve with its own private beach, Garza Blanca is known as the jewel of the bay. South Shore Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta Two and three bedroom ocean view condos and lavish three bedroom penthouses are available with a choice of location within the Puerto Vallarta jungle preserve. You can choose from three bedroom apartments higher up the mountainside so you can enjoy fabulous panoramic vistas or two and three bedroom beachfront apartments where the sounds of the waves can serenade should you choose to leave your windows open. Three bedroom penthouses are available in both locations, both mountainside and beachfront. Opulence and comfort Garza Blanca real estate offers owners that chance to …
One of the most amazing benefits of owning a property at Garza Blanca is the variety of spectacular cuisine just steps away from your door. Some of the finest restaurants in Puerto Vallarta are conveniently located on-site, including three gourmet eateries and a snack bar that serves up delectable fare. While dining out can be a lot of fun, you sometimes may crave some quiet time in the tranquility of your own suite; fortunately, you can still enjoy a fantastic meal without going anywhere when you order from Room Service or hire the Private Chef service to handle meal preparation for you. PV Lifestyle at Garza Blanca – Room Service The tempting Room Service Menu at Garza Blanca is filled with a fabulous selection of dishes that can’t be found at the restaurants, and even includes children’s meals and healthy choices. Room Service is available from 7am to 11pm every day. With the convenience of room service, you can enjoy any meal of the day in the comfort of your own space without having to …
Garza Blanca Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta is excited to share with both its current and future owners the results of the recent architecture competition that took place to propose future developments and real estate for the newly acquired plot of beachfront land located right next door to the Garza Blanca Preserve in Puerto Vallarta. The prospects for this new plot of land are very encouraging and stand to enhance the experience of current and future owners as well as add value to their investment. Tropical Beachfront Land In 2016, Garza Blanca Preserve’s developer bought 400 acres of tropical beachfront land for development. This plot of land lies directly adjacent to the current Garza Blanca Preserve complex; the plan is to extend the luxury property, elite services and unique experiences already available to owners, hotel guests and vacation club members. To generate creative ideas and to open up the possibilities for this land, the developer launched an international architecture competition that was open to professional architects, students and designers to propose a groundbreaking project. …
If you’re thinking about moving to Puerto Vallarta with your kids and spouse you’ll no doubt be wondering if there will be much for your children and you to enjoy when you get downtime. Take a look at what’s on offer in each of the areas in and around Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay that making living in Puerto Vallarta with a young family a wonderful experience. Family activities in Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta has long been a melting pot, and as the years have gone on many different activities, tours, and establishments have sprung up to cater to the needs of these many people. On every side of Banderas Bay you will find something different to enjoy when living in Puerto Vallarta with a young family. Downtown Puerto Vallarta The downtown area is perfect for children and families of all ages; the boardwalk is a great place to see and be seen. Senor Frogs might appeal to your teenagers, but your little ones will be more mesmerized by the Papantla dancers in the area. …
You’ve worked hard your whole life and retirement is perhaps just around the corner. While you could stay put wherever your home base may be, there is no doubt you will have far more fun if you retire in Puerto Vallarta. The area is quite popular with expats from all over the world in various stages of their lives, yet retirees may enjoy the splendid surroundings of the Bay of Banderas more than anyone else because they have the luxury of flexible schedules and few commitments. Read on to find out some of the top reasons to make Puerto Vallarta your new home when you retire: Lower Cost of Living in Puerto Vallarta for Retirement One of the most obvious reasons Puerto Vallarta appeals to retirees is that the cost of living is quite affordable. While housing options range wildly in price depending on what an individual is looking for, other costs are typically much lower than in areas like the United States, Canada and Europe. You can find excellent medical and dental care here …
