Are you ready to jet away to Mexico for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway to Mexico? If so, there is no better place to spend an unforgettable Valentine’s Day than at Garza Blanca in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. A luxury beachside resort, Garza Blanca also has a few select beachfront residences for sale. If you are in the market for luxury coastal real estate in Mexico, Garza Blanca is a smart investment. Not only can you enjoy all the benefits of owning a vacation home at the beach, you also have access to world class amenities and services so that every day feels like a vacation in paradise. Read more about Garza Blanca and how you can spend Valentine’s Day celebrating your sweetheart in style. Valentine’s Day in Mexico: Garza Blanca Imagine owning your vacation home at Garza Blanca…what better way to carve out quality time for your family than prioritizing vacations together. Maybe a Valentine’s Day getaway to Mexico is just you need? Many modern families today find that they don’t have enough quality time …
One of the best parts about living in paradise is because Puerto Vallarta consistently hosts interesting cultural events and activities. In addition to great restaurants, varied nightlife, and thriving art scene, Puerto Vallarta has regular festivals. Coming up on February 13th to February 17th, the Puerto Vallarta Jazz Festival is an event you shouldn’t miss. Read below to learn more about the Puerto Vallarta Jazz Festival. Puerto Vallarta Jazz Festival This year’s Jazz Festival is sure to be the best yet. Jazz Ed Network founding member Mary Jo Papich is serving as the artistic director for the Puerto Vallarta Jazz Festival. The Puerto Vallarta Jazz Festival is a student educational event of high school and university groups and professional performers. The festival will include live performances and instructional clinics. Event attendees will listen to amazing musical collaborations made up of high school, college and university jazz ensembles. Participants will also get to compete and each group will receive a plaque to commemorate their experience. Also, outstanding soloists will receive individual medals. Public performances are scheduled …
One of the best parts about living in Mexico is all the incredible towns and villages to explore. Did you know that there are several little towns to visit near Puerto Vallarta? Many of these hidden gems still have an alluring small town charm that makes visitors feel as if they have stepped back in time. One of these greats little towns is Mascota. Do you have a second home in Mexico at Garza Blanca’s exclusive beachfront community? If so, take time to day trip from PV to Mascota, a quaint Mexican village. PV Day Trip to Mascota For foreigners that own a second home in Mexico, there is an endless amount of activities to keep life interesting. If you have a second home in Mexico in Puerto Vallarta at Garza Blanca, we recommend a day trip from PV to Mascota. The small colonial town has a pleasantly cooler climate than Puerto Vallarta so it’s nice escape when the temps are soaring back in PV. Visitors will also love the old fashioned cobblestone streets and …
The 1st annual Surfers Healing Event for autism will be held in Sayulita, Nayarit on Jan. 18th & Jan. 19th. Surfers Healing is an organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing. Israel and Danielle Paskowitz originally founded Surfers Healing because of their son, Isaiah, who has autism. When Isaiah struggled with meltdowns and sensory overload, the Paskowitzes learned that the experience of surfing the waves with his father helped calm him down. As a result, they were inspired to create Surfers Healing to help other children with autism through the experience of surfing. Banderas Bay visitors and residents should take time to attend the 1st Annual Surfers Healing event in Sayulita on Jan. 18th and 19th, 2020. Surfers Healing Event in Sayulita: January 18th & 19th, 2020 The Surfers Healing event will start on Saturday, January 18th with a variety of healing activities designed for children with autism. Children with autism often struggle with sensory overload, and even simple sensations …
In Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town, Lázaro Cárdenas Park has been an important landmark for many years. Also, known as the Romantic Zone, Old Town has tons of great restaurants, bars, art galleries and shops. It is easy to spend a day strolling the quaint streets of Old Town taking in all the sights and sounds in this eclectic and interesting neighborhood. Thanks to the efforts of the local community, Lázaro Cárdenas Park has been beautified in recent years with the addition of colorful mosaic tiles that adorn the numerous benches and pillars in the park. Keep reading below to learn more about Parque de los Azulejos, a stunning city landmark that is worth a visit the next time you find yourself in Old Town. Parque de Los Azulejos at Lázaro Cárdenas Park For many years, Lázaro Cárdenas Park had lost some of its original beauty. However, the mosaic tile renovations have restored the area and enhanced Old Town’s charm. To start with, initial renovations began a few years ago as part of Puerto Vallarta’s Centennial …
Did you know that the experiences you have while traveling is as valuable as money? Many people work hard to save money in hopes of buying a house one day. On the other hand, spending money on traveling is a smart decision as well. Of course it is important to properly manage your money so that you have enough for daily living expenses. However, setting money aside so you can travel is very important, too. Are you looking for a great home base to travel from? Puerto Vallarta is a top choice for many expats and foreigners who want to live in Mexico. Keep reading below to learn the benefits of traveling. You will soon see why traveling is so important for today’s educated modern individual. Benefits of Traveling There are many benefits of traveling. To start with, traveling allows you to experience other parts of the world so you can learn about other cultures. It is an invaluable experience to see how other people live. That insight can provide priceless knowledge that can help …
Many great movies have been filmed in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Thanks to its small town charm, quaint cobblestone streets, and laidback vibes, Puerto Vallarta has been featured in a variety of films. In addition, Puerto Vallarta is a great place to buy a second home in Mexico, too. In the market for premiere coastal real estate? If so, Garza Blanca offers beachfront residences in the area’s most exclusive community. Do you want to buy a second home or retirement home in paradise? For instance, exclusive Banderas Bay real estate is for sale at Garza Blanca. Read below to learn more about 9 great movies filmed in Puerto Vallarta. You can also learn that Garza Blanca beachfront residences make a perfect second home in paradise. Limitless (2011) Top 8 Movies Filmed in Puerto Vallarta: The Night of the Iguana (1964) Herbie Goes Bananas (1980) Predator (1987) Revenge (1990) Beverly Hills Chihuahua (2008) Limitless (2011) Sundown (2016) Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019) The Night of the Iguana (1964) First Movies Filmed in Puerto Vallarta Firstly, the …
In Banderas Bay, the local economy centers around tourism, sea fishing, and agriculture. Tourism is the primary source of income for the region. However, agriculture in Banderas Bay is also an important part of the local economy. As far as agriculture in Banderas Bay goes, the region is ideal for growing a variety of crops. The main crops are corn, beans, sorghum, tobacco, rice, watermelon and mango. Exotic fruits like papaya, litchi, and guanábana are also common. Read below to learn more about important agriculture in Banderas Bay. Banderas Bay – What to Know Also known as Bahía de Banderas in Spanish, Banderas Bay is located on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Punta Mita is the most northerly point and Cabo Corrientes is the southern point. The Banderas Bay coastline stretches approximately 100 kilometers long. At 62 miles in length, it is one of the largest bays in Mexico. Tourism drives the local economy in Puerto Vallarta. As a result, the coast of Banderas Bay has several noteworthy tourist facilities in both the state of …
Did you know that high season in Puerto Vallarta is nearly upon us? While many tourist towns experience the highest number of visitors during the summer months, Puerto Vallarta is different. In Banderas Bay, high season typically lasts from November through April. Also, the weather during these months is the best of the entire year with reduced humidity and pleasant temperatures during the day and evening. As a result, high season also means an increase in tourism and activity around Banderas Bay. Local restaurants, shops, and resorts are anxiously awaiting to welcome guests. Read below to learn more about high season in Puerto Vallarta, and some tips on the best activities to enjoy in the area during your visit. Watch A Live Musical or Show Have you seen a musical or theater performance during your time in Puerto Vallarta? If not, you have been missing out. Puerto Vallarta is home to several local theaters. Visitors can enjoy a variety of world famous musicals and theater performances in a smaller, cozy setting. For example, Act II …
Have you heard about the incredible street art in downtown Puerto Vallarta? Talented artists from the area and across Mexico have left a colorful mark on the city with vibrant street art that catches everyone’s eye. The latest masterpiece is found in downtown on the corner of Abasolo and Juárez street. For visitors and residents of Puerto Vallarta, make sure to take the time to check out this modern display of art that makes the city streets come alive. Puerto Vallarta’s Vibrant Street Art The stunning new street art mural is one of the many pieces in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Street art transforms a blank canvas of a building’s wall into a work of art. Misael Iván López Martínez is the talented artist who created the impressive mural. López Martínez is originally from Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, but has been living in Puerto Vallarta for the last 9 years. While the stunning art mural has no title, life and death as seen by the Mexican culture are the featured topics. Also, several other colorful and inspiring …
