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Tag Archives: Puerto Vallarta
“Get an Insider’s View of Puerto Vallarta”
This review was posted recently on my Trip Advisor page by one of my clients who took my El Centro Walk. I am so grateful for what she says that I just had to … Continue reading
New MALECÓN SUNSET WALK
Puerto Vallarta’s seawall (Malecón) is steeped in history. From Indians and Aztecs, pirates and Spanish Conquistadores, farmers and fishermen, stevedores and early settlers to Hollywood actors and famous politicians, today’s Malecón continues to hold a special magic over those who … Continue reading
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Tagged history, hotel Rosita, Los Muertos Pier, Malecon, Mexican culture, Puerto Vallarta, sculptures, walking tours
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Cobblestone Streets…Charm or Curse?
Cobblestone streets of Puerto Vallarta lend to the charm of the historic city center. Although some would call them dangerous due in part to their uneven surface and ability to form potholes, the original use of cobblestones during the early … Continue reading
Popular Hand-drawn Vallarta Maps
Well-known cartographer Jeffrey Obser, or Mapa Jeff as he is known in Vallarta, continues to produce exceptional hand-drawn and enhanced maps of many of the Banderas Bay areas. These maps are so detailed, indicating every street name, stairs, trails, pathways, … Continue reading
Puerto Vallarta Artisan Markets
This time of year there are artisan markets everyday of the week where local merchants gather to sell their wares in the old open market style of years ago. Typically there are from 40 to over 100 vendors in … Continue reading
Posted in Artisan Markets, Tourist Information
Tagged artisan, handmade, homemade, La Luna, markets, Marsol Market, Mexican crafts, Mexican people, Puerto Vallarta
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Conchas Chinas Beach Walk
I just recently did this lovely walk along the Conchas Chinas beaches. It is an easy walk with lots of places to stop in the shade or jump in the water to refresh yourself! I prefer to take any south-going … Continue reading
Posted in Beaches, Mexican Beaches, Tourist Information, Walking Tours
Tagged beaches, Conchas Chinas, Los Muertos beach, nature hike, Puerto Vallarta, walks
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Oysters!! And Tehuamixtle, Mexico
If you love oysters like I do then you must visit Tehua as the locals call it. Two hours south of Puerto Vallarta by car, this very small beach community, population less than 100, raises and serves up the largest … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Mexican Beaches, Tourist Information, Travel
Tagged beaches, lobsters, Mayto, Mexican culture, oysters, Puerto Vallarta, Tehua, Tehuamixtle
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Busted in Vallarta!
My car that is, not me! All of a sudden as I was heading into the big tunnel, my car stopped running as though I were out of gas. I slowly crept to the side of the road, put on my … Continue reading
Posted in Cars in Mexico, Driving in Mexico, Safety
Tagged busted, car trouble, finding a mechanic, Puerto Vallarta, roadside help, tow truck
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Rent First! 11 Reasons Why.
This article is based on my knowledge of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, after living here for five and a half years. However, you could use these reasons just about anywhere in the world when considering relocation. One of the … Continue reading
Posted in Cost of Living, Immigration, Pets, Rent v. Own, Retirement, Tourist Information
Tagged agencies, cars, condos, contract, furnished, immigration, lease, Mexico, moving overseas, neighborhoods, new life, pets, Puerto Vallarta, relocating, rentals, renting, rents, utilities
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Escape Route Vallarta ~ Learn Vallarta 