Are you a Puerto Vallarta resident at Garza Blanca, and want to make the most of every day in this amazing hometown? Did you know that PV is home to several important monuments with a rich history worth visiting? Whether you have visitors that you want to show around, or you simply want to have a great day enjoying the best of PV on your own, check out these 3 not to miss spots. Conveniently located in the downtown area near the PV Malecon, you can even hit all three places in one day if you are up for it. Read below to learn more about the PV Naval History Museum, La Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, and the lesser known Rio Cuale Museum. Just a few more reasons why Puerto Vallarta is a great place to buy a second home in Mexico. Make a fun day of it and enjoy three of the best history spots in PV. Puerto Vallarta Naval Historical Museum You may not know, but at one time Puerto Vallarta …
Did you know that today’s savvy travelers are looking for a different kind of vacation experience than they used to? While lounging poolside with a tropical cocktail in hand is always great, many individuals today are in search of more inspired vacation experiences. Travelers now want activities that are health and wellness oriented during their getaways. In Puerto Vallarta, the region is blessed with an excellent climate where outdoor activities can be enjoyed at any time throughout the year. Read more below about why Puerto Vallarta is a top health and wellness destination in Mexico. Puerto Vallarta: Health And Wellness Destination A vacation to Mexico or owning a second home doesn’t mean you have to forgo your fitness and health priorities when traveling. Instead, you can make time to embrace the wide array of health and wellness opportunities in the area. Puerto Vallarta is actually a top destination for wellness-minded travelers who don’t want to put their health goals on the back burner during their getaway to Mexico. In fact, blending time vacationing at the …
Puerto Vallarta residents are familiar with the legendary Hacienda San Angel. It is one of the city’s most exquisite boutique hotels situated up in the hills behind the Guadalupe Church. Nestled amongst the charming cobblestone streets of Puerto Vallarta, Hacienda San Angel charms visitors with its Mexican Colonial architecture and turn-of-the-century furnishings. It is just a short 10 minute drive into town from Garza Blanca’s exclusive beachfront community. Subsequently, Hacienda San Angel is proud to announce that their delicious Sunday Brunch is back on as of Sunday, November 3rd. Therefore, are you an expat living at Garza Blanca? If so, try the delicious gourmet brunch at Hacienda San Angel. Hacienda San Angel: Puerto Vallarta Legend Did you know the Hacienda San Angel has a dramatic history brimming with romance and passion? The late actor Richard Burton originally purchased the Hacienda’s main villa as a Valentine’s Day gift for his wife Susan in 1977. Later, he fell in love with Puerto Vallarta during the mid 1960’s when he filmed the cult classic film, John Huston’s “The …
While Thanksgiving isn’t typically celebrated in Mexico, the influence of more than 1 million American citizens who have emigrated from the U.S. to live in Mexico have made the holiday well known. Today, this festive occasion is becoming increasingly popular in Mexico among expats and even native Mexicans who lived in the U.S. for some time before moving back home. Are you a foreigner living in Puerto Vallarta at Garza Blanca and want to celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 28th, 2019? You can prepare a delicious meal at home, or if you aren’t in the mood to cook, you will be glad to know that there are lots of restaurants in town and on the property grounds that offer special Thanksgiving dinners. Read more to learn about Thanksgiving in Mexico, and how you can celebrate out on the town, or in the comfort of your luxury home at Garza Blanca. Thanksgiving in Mexico The Thanksgiving traditions practiced in Mexico are similar to those in America, but there are some differences. As in the U.S., Mexican …
In today’s digital age, nearly every moment and important experience is documented with a photo and often shared with friends and family on social media. Thanks to the advent of the modern cellular phone, it’s easy to capture a great shot whenever you want to. Are you living in Puerto Vallarta or visiting the area, and curious about the best place to take a picture? Would you like to memorialize a special moment in time forever? Here are the top 3 places where you can take that perfect photo in PV that will Cerro de La Cruz How do you feel about getting a little exercise in on your way to get that picture photo? If that sounds great, you will love the urban hike up the stairs to reach the top of Cerro de la Cruz. If you start on the malecon downtown in Puerto Vallarta near the Mandala and Zoo bars, you head straight up Calle Abasolo to make your way to the top. The Cerro de la Cruz Lookout is located on the …
Are you ready to celebrate one of Mexico and the entire world’s most beloved foods? The 3rd Annual Taco Festival in Puerto Vallarta is nearly here. It goes without saying that the taco is one of many people’s favorite foods, not just in Mexico but in other countries as well. From the simple ingredients to the ease of eating, the taco is truly a national treasure and deserves all the adoring attention it receives. Are you living in Puerto Vallarta or hope to be a second homeowner in the area one day soon? Did you know that Garza Blanca has a few remaining luxurious oceanfront residences for sale that are part of the most exclusive beachfront community in Banderas Bay? Read below to learn more about the exciting gastronomic event, the 3rd Annual Taco Festival, coming up on November 16th in Puerto Vallarta, and maybe you can find yourself a second home in paradise at the same time. Get ready, it’s taco time! 3rd Annual Taco Festival Ahhh tacos… where do we even start? There …
Has the end of summer in Puerto Vallarta got you down? As temperatures continue to soar in Banderas Bay, you may be wondering where you can escape to for a weekend getaway. Who doesn’t want to head to a refreshing mountain retreat to enjoy a break from the heat and humidity that continues to keep visitors and residents hot and sticky. Did you know that there is a luxurious lakeside resort located just a few hours inland from Puerto Vallarta that enjoys cooler temperatures all year long? Sierra Lago Resort & Spa is a magical place, nestled in the Sierra Madre mountains where you can get away from it all and truly relax. Do you live in Puerto Vallarta at the exclusive beachfront community of Garza Blanca? Read below to learn more about this hidden gem, and why it is the perfect place to reconnect with nature and luxury at its finest. Luxury and Nature Come Together The beauty of Sierra Lago Resort & Spa is hard to put into words unless you see it …
One of Mexico’s most iconic artists is Frida Kahlo, a talented painter known for works of art inspired by nature and artifacts of Mexico. Visitors and residents of Puerto Vallarta should mark their calendars for Saturday, November 1st from 9 am to 3pm to attend an interpretive exhibit containing works from local and international artists called “The Spirit of Frida” at the Vallarta Botanical Garden. Located just south of Garza Blanca where luxury beachfront residences are currently for sale, “The Spirit of Frida” event will commence on November 1st, 2019 at 9am – 3pm. The daily entrance fee into the Vallarta Botanical Gardens costs just 200 pesos, and is one of Puerto Vallarta’s top attractions. Continue reading below to learn more about famed Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, and why you should attend the “Spirit of Frida” exhibition at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens coming up on November 1st. Frida Kahlo: Mexican Legend Kahlo was a Mexican painter that has been described as a surrealist or magical realist. She is well known for her many portraits and …
One of the best parts about living in Mexico is the chance to explore its many incredible towns and cities. Do you live in Puerto Vallarta at Garza Blanca? While life at the beach is amazing, don’t miss the opportunity to get to know colonial Mexico. This week we are featuring San Miguel de Allende, a beautiful colonial city known for its vibrant, colorful buildings and small town charm that is located in the middle of Mexico. Once a hidden gem of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende is becoming more popular with foreign travellers since Travel and Leisure Magazine named the city the “Best City in the World” in 2017. Read more to learn about San Miguel de Allende, a Mexican colonial town you have to see for yourself. Spanish Architecture and Small Town Charm San Miguel de Allende is full of amazing Spanish architecture that visitors fall in love with. With nearly perfect weather all year round, temperatures range between the 70F’s to the 80F’s in this colonial charmer. Due to its perfect weather …
Día de Los Muertos is a fascinating Mexican holiday that honors and respects loved ones who have passed on before us. In Puerto Vallarta and throughout Mexico, Día de Los Muertos festivities will begin on October 31st and last through November 2nd. Known as “Day of the Dead” in English, Día de Los Muertos celebrations are a wonderful time for family members to gather together to pay homage to loved ones who have passed away. Altars, which are called “ofrendas” in Spanish, are built in homes and at gravesites since they are believed to help safely guide the deceased on their spiritual journey into the afterlife. Keep reading below to learn more about Día de Los Muertos, and how Garza Blanca staff members participate in an altar competition on the property that embraces the culture of Mexico and respects this incredible tradition. The Origins of Día De Los Muertos While this celebrations originally took place during the summer months, the date was moved from summertime to the fall in order to coincide with Western Christianity …
