As Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay becomes more and more popular, an increasing number of airlines are offering non-stop services to this trending vacation hotspot. Direct flights can now be found fairly easily from both the United States and Canada and vacationers can take full advantage of how simple this makes traveling to Puerto Vallarta, now one of Mexico’s top cities for tourism and luxury second home investments. Non-stop flights to Puerto Vallarta, Banderas Bay Coast to coast, major airlines have now jumped on the bandwagon when it comes to bringing travelers and second home owners the best non-stop flights to Puerto Vallarta. The prices and plans are now more reasonable than ever whether you are flying from Vancouver, Canada or New York, USA; from east to west, there are more and more direct flights to Banderas Bay. Non-stop flights to Puerto Vallarta, Banderas Bay, certainly makes visiting your second home all the more comfortable! Why choose non-stop flights to Puerto Vallarta, Banderas Bay? This question might sound like a no-brainer, but often visitors place …
an Interview with OPC’s Pilar Perez While Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay has long been home to OPCs (Off Premises Contacts/Outside Public Canvassers) related to the timeshare industry and other promotions, today in one of Mexico’s friendliest cities, OPC has a brand new meaning to inspire both visitors and local residents: Oficina de Proyectos Culturales (Cultural Project Office). OPC is a an non-profit arts organization located in Puerto Vallarta’s downtown on Juarez street whose mission is to foster dialogue through art exhibitions, panelled discussions and education programs among other cultural endeavours. Open to the public Wednesday through Saturday and by appointment, the center is the nearest thing to a cultural art center that Puerto Vallarta has, apart from, perhaps, the Biblioteca Los Mangos. Find out more about the OPC and the driving force behind it, Pilar Perez, in this fascinating interview. How was OPC born? OPC was founded by a group of artists, curators, and architects—me, Fernando Sanchez, Oscar Moran, Heidi Padilla, Davis Birks, and Maria Jose Zorilla—the same group of people who have worked …
Making Puerto Vallarta your home, whether for a few months of the year or full time, is a big step, albeit exciting and inspiring. One of the concerns voiced by those people thinking of moving to Puerto Vallarta to live is healthcare. This need not be a worry. Puerto Vallarta has a selection of excellent hospitals and healthcare professionals, and you will even find that private health insurance is a lot more affordable than back home. Private Hospitals in Puerto Vallarta There are many wonderful private hospitals in Puerto Vallarta and any you choose will not disappoint. It all depends on location, price and the hospital which your doctor works with. At Garza Blanca, there is a doctor from San Javier hospital on site 24 hours a day to deal with any common ailments or first aid problems you may have; but should you need more serious medical care while staying as a guest or living as a resident in Puerto Vallarta, you have a variety of options. San Javier Hospital This hospital is known …
If you have been to Puerto Vallarta before then you are probably aware that since 2011 the city’s Downtown area has been receiving widespread renovations which include changes to the Malecon and Los Muertos Pier. You will most likely also be aware that the old pier in Puerto Vallarta was in a state of much needed TLC. Today, however, you will be able to marvel at the new and unique pier that has risen in its place to be an architectural focal point in Banderas Bay. Puerto Vallarta’s Pier to be Proud Of This new pier was designed by architect Jose de Jesus Torres Vega, esteemed winner of the Biannual Architecture Prize, and was finished in January 2013. Puerto Vallarta’s new pier was designed based on the image of a large sail which twists around the end of the pier, lighting up in various colors at night. From certain angles it actually looks like a full sail boat. A Colorful Sight At night the colored lights make for the perfect backdrop to a romantic walk …
Garza Blanca Signature Residences hosted a visit from of group of very special children this past Saturday November 7th. Coordinated by Garza Blanca’s hotel staff and activities team, 25 children with cancer supported by the Canica Charity spent the day at Garza Blanca resort. The delightful children had a very busy agenda enjoying the resort, including spending time with the chefs, fun on the beach, learning how a hotel functions and getting a peek behind the scenes to find out just what happens inside a five star resort. There were, of course, lots of other special treat along the way. Canica is a local charity that supports low income children who have cancer, helping their families and offering the necessary support to those unfortunate to live with this illness. The charity has various programs, including recreation activities, camps, therapy, nutrition advice, food supplies and, most importantly of all, a center where families can unite and support one another during what is one of the most difficult times for families and individuals to endure. Garza Blanca´s real …
This past November 5th, Garza Blanca Signature Residences Real Estate Division held another successful complimentary wine tasting at Blanca Blue Restaurant, located on the beachfront at Garza Blanca resort, Puerto Vallarta sponsored by TPF Wine Company with their Sommelier Miguel Jauregui Ramirez. On this occasion, Real Estate Director, Nicole Martin was delighted to welcome special guests from the board of directors of the Eagles Wings Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises money for various charities in Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas and Cancun, as well as notable Puerto Vallarta realtors and business owners. The free wine tasting hosted by the Signature Residences real estate division takes place each Thursday afternoon, by reservation only, inviting locals and visitors to come and experience Garza Blanca resort while networking and trying some great wines. This week was a special session, welcoming various board members from the Eagle’s Wings Foundation including Jack and Dolores Underwood, Bill and Judy Brine, Deb and Ron McPherson, and Gert and Heidi Baumann, all of whom joined Garza Blanca’s sommelier to sample a variety …
Garza Blanca Signature Residences is pleased and very grateful to report that the city of It would seem that the mountains which envelop the bay once again protected the area from the potentially catastrophic effects of the category 5 hurricane. Category 5 Hurricane Patricia Hurricane Patricia has been classified as one of the most intense storms to have ever made landfall in the Americas, with wind speeds of over 200 miles per hour and one of the lowest ever recorded pressures. As such, its potential landfall in or very near to Banderas Bay was met with a lot of apprehension and well organized precautionary procedures. In preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Patricia, Puerto Vallarta was issued with a curfew from 2pm on Friday October 23rd prior to the predicted time of landfall and Garza Blanca carried out its own hurricane protection procedures for guests and residents who had chosen not to evacuate. Fortunately for Banderas Bay, Hurricane Patricia’s trajectory took a turn, making landfall more than 150 miles south in a relatively unpopulated area …
As Garza Blanca Preserve gets itself prepared for Mexico’s Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) on November 2nd and organizes the finishing touches for its Halloween Masquerade Ball on October 31st, Garza Blanca Signature Residences owners and potential residents may be wondering what the difference between the two festivals are. Here is a brief explanation of how the two holidays that honour the dead compare. Similarities The most notable similarity is that both holidays are dedicated to entities that do not exist in the physical realm; in the case of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, we are talking about dead family members and ancestors, while in the case of Halloween we are talking about all kinds of unearthly spirits and demons that come to plague the earth on the Eve of All Hallows. Which leads us to look at the dates when these holidays are celebrated, which have more in common than you might think. The Day of the Dead takes place on the Christian festival of All Souls Day, which marks the end …
Last week Garza Blanca’s Signature Residences had a special visit from Ana Maria Platas, the respected owner of The Property Journal Puerto Vallarta. We took the opportunity to find out more about this local publication that hits the streets every month in print, packed full of real estate tips and advice for purchasing property in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Read on for our interview with Property Journal’s Ana Maria Platas: Who reads The Property Journal? Mostly Canadians and US Citizens who live here full or part-time and snowbirds. Also, we have a large readership amongst tourists because we distribute to the hotels and tourist hot spots. That’s the objective. How was the idea of The Property Journal born? Many years ago I was working as a teacher giving communication classes at a high school in Cabo San Lucas. I made the kids create a newspaper and they had to sell their own ads so that the school had no costs. In just 2 years, this newspaper worked better than the local paper! It was a great …
The majestic south shore of Puerto Vallarta is buzzing with great activity and growth offering more employment, hotel rooms and real estate opportunities for 2016 and beyond. With the recent opening of more high-end hotels to lure more people to where the jungle meets the sea, South Shore Vallarta is gaining great momentum in the hospitality industry, proving that this area is truly the place to be. Meet the personalities who are running the sensational giants of the hotel industry that grace Puerto Vallarta’s south shore from Mismaloya, Garza Blanca and Conchas Chinas. Investing long hours, sacrifices and their drive for excellence, the south shore GMs all love what they are do, making south shore Vallarta one of the best tourist destinations in Latin America. Mynor Espinoza – HOTEL MOUSAI The brand new Hotel Mousai, the first and only AAA 5 Diamond Resort in Puerto Vallarta, is managed by Costa Rican Born, Mynor Espinoza. Who are your main clients? Hotel Mousai attracts guest over 18 years old who are looking for something modern and luxurious …
