No Zika in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

No Zika in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

According to the State of Jalisco’s Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Disease Division, as well as Jalisco’s State Secretary of Health, there have been no reported cases of zika in Puerto Vallarta. State authorities, however, maintain preventative measures in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, Mexico against zika and other mosquito borne diseases such as dengue and chikungunya.

What is Zika?

The zika virus is mosquito borne and is spread, in particular, by the Aedes Aegypti mosquito which also the dengue, yellow fever and chikungunya viruses. This infection is a new, emergent disease in Mexico and a very minimal number of cases have been found in the country. The city of Puerto Vallarta has already been working on preventative measures to protect the city’s population and tourists. This includes a state coordinated tourism and health program that awards companies and establishments which meet cleanliness and hygiene standards with a special certification known as Distintivos H.

No Zika in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit
Via: www.paho.org/zikavirus

Preventative measures for dengue, chikungunya and zika in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera

Nayarit

Preventative measures aimed at minimising Aedes Aegypti mosquito populations are part of the ongoing health programs put forth by the city of Puerto Vallarta and state of Jalisco. These initiatives include the fumigation of city streets, beaches and river beds as well as larval control and an aggressive awareness campaign which goes hand in hand with a community outreach program right along the coastline.

What’s more, Jalisco’s Secretary of Health has put in place a robust system of epidemiological surveillance which is designed to enable the early detection of cases in order to minimize the spread of any identified cases. The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board, the Hotel & Motel Association and the CVB consider the health of citizen and guests to the city to be of paramount importance and will continue their efforts, alongside the city, state and federal authorities (as well as the tourism industry) to keep them safe. Preventative measures look set to be in place indefinitely.

How to prevent Zika virus? See the CDC|Zika Report

Montgomery Fruit Company arrival

Montgomery Fruit Company in Banderas Bay

When you think about making a place your second home, you may be interested in knowing a little about its background and history. Banderas Bay has been one of Mexico’s favorite places, where many foreigners have settled and treated it as their home away from home. Many don’t know that this very scenic place has its share of history to tell with many mysterious twists and turns that has influenced much of what it is today. Below you will find some insight into how the Montgomery Fruit Company contributed to Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay’s development, thanks to information provided by Facebook group: el Viejo Vallarta, lugar de los Patasaladas (Old Vallarta, place of the salty feet people).

The Arrival of the Montgomery Fruit Company

Montgomery Fruit Company arrival
The Montgomery Fruit Company arrival to Puerto Vallarta (Archive)

It all started when the Montgomery Fruit Company’s representatives arrived to Banderas Bay in 1923 and bought a vast area of land in Ixtapa, which is a town right next to Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta. The land measured a staggering 45 thousand hectares and was the Ixtapa Hacienda, then owned by an affluent German resident, Don Alberto Beach. The international company used these lands as an extension of their base in Quito and Guayaquil in Ecuador, bringing their knowledge in the banana cultivation industry.

Bananas For a Living in Ixtapa

The Montgomery Fruit Company began to plant bananas and soon experienced a flourishing economy with abundant harvests during their first two years from 1923 to 1925. However, it was short-lived as a devastating cyclone hit the place causing havoc on the banana plantation. This has forced them to look somewhere and leave the area temporarily until they returned in 1926 with new American investors, which marked a turning point for the region. According to historian, Carlos Munguia Fregoso, at this time, Ixtapa’s economy and infrastructure was much stronger than that of Puerto Vallarta.

An economic boom

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With such rich investment and successful harvests, the Ixtapa town soon became a boom for employment opportunities, commerce and other factors, all of which contributed to a fast economic surge. Soon, there was widespread construction of comfortable wooden houses, irrigation canals and a big hotel to house workers coming from far places like Mexico City and from the mountains that surround Banderas Bay. The Mascota River was the site of a newly installed steel bridge and a new railway was constructed, which efficiently transported the harvested bananas from Ixtapa to Boca de Tomate, from where the harvests would be taken by ship and marketed to faraway places.

Migrants arrive to Banderas Bay

These movements changed the way of life for those living and working in Banderas Bay and Puerto Vallarta. The arrival of workers and migrants of the Montgomery Fruit Company from such towns like de El Cuale, San Sebastian, Mascota and Talpa after the faltering silver industry and Mexican Revolution, brought much progress to the areas. What was most interesting was that the migrants who came to settle in Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta shared similar cultural backgrounds and customs, and many were already friends or acquaintances. This meant that a sense of community grew up very quickly as people created their new home away from hom.

Corn, Tobacco, Beans and Coconut Oil

Thereafter, the area began to harvest a whole range of regional products, such as corn, tobacco, beans, chilis and coconut oil, all of which were exported by sea, even to Mexican destinations as there were no reliable highways at this time.

The decline of the Montgomery Fruit Company

Come 1931, the Montgomery Fruit Company’s success began to decline, its operation badly affected by the Mexican government’s decision to enforce the “ejido” program. Under this program, local Mexican workers were granted the land upon which they could make their living.

What were once parcels of land owned by the legitimate foreign company were divided and shared among local custodians known as “ejidos”. This eventually forced the company to close.

The Montgomery Fruit Company’s short, but successful stretch greatly affected Puerto Vallarta’s demographics and stature in a very positive way. Its reputation as a proficient port area was then established and its total influence of what Puerto Vallarta today is still felt around the region. It left a legacy that will forever be etched and will have its own place in Puerto Vallarta’s rich history.

References:
CACHITOS DE HISTORIA By Yolanda Pita McCullough; Facebook Groups

Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016

Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016

The Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016 will be held at the Riviera Molino Plaza, which is located in the Zona Romantica in Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, Mexico. This is the fourth edition of this event and will be held on Saturday February 20, from 9:00 in the morning until 2:00 in the afternoon. Anyone interested in Mexico real estate, and Puerto Vallarta real estate in particular, are encouraged to attend so that you can meet professionals and other like minded people to learn all the information needed to purchase any type of property in Mexico.

Home buyers, investors and property owners welcome

The Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016 is recommended for home buyers, investors, and property sellers. Anyone with an interest in real estate will benefit from attending the fair. Even those who may be looking for a change of career. It is a great place to mingle and meet people in the know when it comes to real estate in Puerto Vallarta.

Topics for Discussion at Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016

The Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016 promises to bring experts from Mexico, the United States, and Canada to offer valuable information and tips on the process of purchasing property in Mexico and taxation. There will also be all types of exhibitors who are there to answer questions and give advice on Mexico property ownership, notary services, insurance on properties, banking in Mexico, rental potential, architecture and interiors, and there will also be exhibitors who offer advice on health and wellness.

The Panel of Real Estate Experts

The most important advantage of attending the Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016 is the Panel of Professionals who will offer valuable information for investors and property owners. Speakers include, Cameron MacIntosh, a Canadian accountant, Cindy DuChateau, an accountant from the United States, Carl Timothy from Timothy Real Estate Group, Jessica Riedesser, a real estate attorney, and one of the top Mexican tax specialists who will talk about rental revenues, capital gains, and how the two are handled between Mexico and your home country.

The Vallarta Real Estate Fair 2016 will have more than twenty exhibitors providing valuable information for anyone with an interest in real estate in Puerto Vallarta and Mexico.

When: February 20th starting at 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Where: Rivera Molino Plaza, in the Romantic Zone (Old Town Vallarta).

Snowbird Benefits in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Other than the obvious benefits of trading in freezing snow and biting winds for balmy temperatures and a sun-soaked beach there are quite a few desirable factors when it comes down to taking up the snowbirds’ lifestyle in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta. Thousands of people per year up and leave Canada and the USA from November to March in favour of the sunny shores of Mexico, and Villa La Estancia Residences is there to greet many of them. Villa La Estancia Residences are a luxurious alternative to booking a hotel or Villa year on year.

Here’s why you should choose fractional or full ownership at Villa La Estancia Residences to become a true snowbird in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta:

Escape all or part of the winter

We challenge you to deny the appeal of spending the coldest months of the year sipping margaritas on Villa La Estancia Residences’ sandy beach. Whether you are retired and you want to split your year between home and Mexico, or you just like to get away as often as possible, the benefits of fractional and outright ownership at Villa La Estancia Residences in Riviera Nayarit are many.

For a start, you will never have to face a cold winter unless wish to do so! If you want the freedom to pop in to your home away from home without warning at any time of the year then full ownership is the way to go; you can always rent out the weeks you know you definitely won’t be visiting Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta. If it’s really just the winter months you want, or you don’t relish the hassle of maintaining two homes, you can opt for fractional ownership. This will allow you to purchase either one eighth or one quarter fractions at Villa La Estancia Residences.

Luxury for Less!

Though the privilege of buying a second home is one that not everyone will be able to attain you will find that once you get to Mexico the cost of living in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta is much lower than in Canada or the USA. You’ll save on heating and air conditioning expenses when you stay in Puerto Vallarta in winter as the temperatures are high enough to be comfortable, but no so high that they become overbearing.

Life’s luxuries are also more affordable on Banderas Bay; spa treatments, beauty days, gourmet dining and even little treats like taxis are cheaper. Furthermore, as you will be living on site at one of the best 5 star hotels in Riviera Nayarit, you will enjoy access to all the facilities and amenities at Villa La Estancia hotel. This means access to the Tatewari Spa, kayaking and paddle boarding, yoga and pilates lessons, swimming pools, outdoor Jacuzzis and fine dining options. On top of which, one of the best beaches in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta becomes your front yard!

Riviera Nayarit Benefits for Snowbirds
Tatewari – Luxury Spa at Villa La Estancia Residences

Make friends

The large and thriving expat community that can be found in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta is a great bonus; you can make plenty of friends when you take part in activities such as the regular ArtWalk in Puerto Vallarta and Bucerias, dance lessons, local writers groups, language schools for Spanish classes and other foreign languages, farmers markets and more. Getting involved in charitable work is also a thriving pastime of many snowbirds in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta.

Medical Tourism

Private healthcare is one of those luxuries that is more affordable in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta, and as a result many people come to Mexico’s Pacific coast to have nose jobs, tummy tucks, teeth whitening and even hair transplants or hip replacements. Imagine arriving for winter and returning home for the summer a new you!

Connectivity

United Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Delta and other major airlines all have flights which land at the Puerto Vallarta International airport which is less than half an hour from Villa La Estancia Residences. There are also plenty of budget airlines whose flights land in Puerto Vallarta. So not only are you able to enjoy a warm winter here, your friends and family can visit you with relative ease. Just be sure to tell them when you want some time to enjoy your property in peace!

If you would like more information about purchasing real estate in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta to become a true blue snowbird, click here for more expert advice.

Swim with Dolphins in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Swim with Dolphins in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

An experience and adventure like no other is swimming with the dolphins in Riviera Nayarit. How often do you get to interact with marine life for a day? You may be surprised to know that dolphins are very intelligent. Dolphins love to interact with people, and they instantly connect with people in a special way that other animals just don’t do. In the Caribbean and Mexico, you will find over a thousand different companies that allow you to swim with the dolphins. Why not make a day trip to swim with the dolphins from your home away from home at Villa La Estancia Residences?

Swim with Dolphins in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Swimming with Dolphins in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

There are a few things that you should consider when choosing a tour to swim with dolphins in Riviera Nayarit. You should avoid swimming with dolphins at any of the water parks where the dolphins are kept in swimming pools where the water contains chlorine. Chlorine in the water can make the dolphins go blind. This type of environment is not safe for the dolphins, so this type of company should be avoided. Look for a dolphin sanctuary where the dolphins are housed in a larger area too. There are also a number of ecological companies in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta that offer tours to swim with dolphins in their natural habitat.

What You Can Expect?

If you choose to go swimming with the dolphins in an enclosed area at a dolphin sanctuary in Riviera Nayarit, then you will be able to can touch, kiss, hug, and watch the dolphins do all sorts of tricks. The trainer will even teach you how to do some of the tricks with the dolphins, which include talking to them, feeding them, riding next to them etc. These kinds of tours are more suitable for children.

A tour company who have experience with wild dolphins can take you on a cruise where you will search for pods of dolphins swimming in the open sea. You may not get to kiss the dolphins, but you will get to swim with them in their natural habitat. Just imagine swimming with the dolphins in the open sea!

Helpful Tips for your Swim with the Dolphins in Riviera Nayarit

  • Avoid booking with a large group, as this often means you will have less time with the dolphins.
  • Always treat the dolphins with respect and friendliness; they are very sensitive animals and will respond to your attitude towards them.
  • Make sure you that you don’t wear sunscreen in the water (unless it is a special ecological sunscreen), because these creams can irritate the dolphin’s skin. It is better to cover your skin with a longsleeve swimsuit and cap.
  • Smile for the camera and save money to buy a souvenir photograph.

Swimming with the dolphins in Riviera Nayarit is a wonderful opportunity that doesn’t occur in your daily life. Don’t let this type of adventure pass you by.

Luxury Realty in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta, that forms part of Banderas Bay on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, is ever becoming the top destination for luxury realty. Development in Mexico and the real estate market has seen a revival over the last couple of years following the recent recession, yet you can still find excellent prices for luxury realty in both Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta. While forecasts are promising for developers as house prices are set to rise in the coming years, buyers should make haste to purchase while the effects of the recession on prices can still be felt in Mexico.

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Your Chance for Luxury Realty in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Despite what you might think about Mexico, if there is one thing that the country does best is to create luxury homes at affordable prices. Luxury in Mexico costs less, without a doubt. Your dream home with all the services can be yours in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta without having to give up having a foot back home. Second home ownership is truly affordable in Mexico.

Luxury realty comes in all shapes and sizes in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta: from grand mansions on the water’s edge to lavish condos with pools and beach access to resort living like Villa La Estancia Residences, where you can enjoy all the facilities of a five star resort like pools, gourmet restaurants, a first class spa, gym, room service and so forth. The neighborhood you choose within Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta can also affect the price of your luxury realty investment, albeit not as drastically as it does in the United States and Canada.

Benefits of Living in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta

Besides the year-round sunshine and warm temperatures throughout winter, living in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta has its benefits. Firstly, the luxuries that make life more fulfilling are more affordable. You can see yourself getting a massage each week, beauty treatments that you maybe can’t afford back home, or surgeries that are considered a luxury but which make you’re life more comfortable.

The thriving expat community in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta is also an attraction for many people seeking luxury realty. You can join all kinds of groups such as painting classes, writers’ clubs, poetry festivals, yoga classes, fishing and yacht clubs to mention just a few. For those of you who like to support local charities, you can also meet other expats helping out as a host of different non-profit organizations including orphanages, cats and dogs groups, turtle sanctuaries and disability charities welcome the help of residents.

Your social life need not just be about helping the community, there are plenty of bars, fine restaurants (including gourmet wine and food festivals each year), dancing clubs (with lessons) and street parties to enjoy. And when there is nothing special to do, you will never tire of walking the malecon boardwalk to catch a subset with an ice-cream or frozen yogurt. Life really is good in Banderas Bay!

Luxury realty in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta is not just about elegant houses and property investment, it is about a way of life that you will want to share with your loved ones, and which will enrich your life no end.

Retirement in Riviera Nayarit

Riviera Nayarit: Far More than your Average Retirement Community

There is no doubt that Mexico is the number one choice for those looking to retire in a foreign land. Thriving expat communities that inhabit almost every coastal town, including, Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas and everything in between, take advantage of low cost, laid-back lifestyles that make reaching retirement so much sweeter.

Retirement in Riviera Nayarit
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Riviera Nayarit a Retirement Favorite

As the popularity of retiring in a foreign land hits all-time highs, so does the preference for Riviera Nayarit, Mexico’s hottest new destination. With its charming culture, stunning seaside towns and endless expanses of palm-fringed beaches, Riviera Nayarit offers far more than your average retirement community.

Attracting visitors from around the world, Riviera Nayarit’s colorful blend of old Mexican charm and modern luxuries creates the ideal destination for those looking to find their home away from home. In this peaceful haven, one can find the finest restaurants, a myriad of shopping opportunities, and a large variety of recreational activities, including world-class golf, sunset sailing and romantic strolls along the most alluring beaches.

Friendly Faces Grace Your Retirement

While the natural beauty that surrounds the region weighs heavily on one’s decision to make Riviera Nayarit their home, it is the genuine happiness and overall friendly atmosphere that exudes from every corner of the region that makes staying worth the while. At the heart of any great place is its people, and that couldn’t be truer for the residents of each and every town that dots Riviera Nayarit’s coast. From the end of Banderas Bay and beyond, the locals are known for their unwavering hospitality and heartfelt welcomes, making it easy to adapt to such a harmonious lifestyle.

Fractional or Full Time Retirement?

Choosing to live in Riviera Nayarit, even if only for part of the year, is a huge step in the right direction. One can find everything from villas to resort-style condominium complexes that make buying real estate in Mexico hassle free. While purchasing a Mexican home can be quite nerve wracking, it’s the option to buy upscale residences with 5-star resort amenities that draws people to the area. With endless opportunities to buy real estate, it is easy to make the move to a happier, more relaxed lifestyle.

Have you thought about a Try and Buy option? Visit us at Villa La Estancia Residences and see what you think!

Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta

Try and Buy Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

One of the great aids to help you choose the right real estate in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit for you and your family is to take part in Try and Buy Real Estate programs. Try and Buy programs will enable you to visit the properties that you are interested in purchasing in a foreign land at subsidized prices. In that way, the expenses involved in purchasing property in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit are reduced greatly.

Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta
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Villa La Estancia’s Try and Buy Real Estate Program

The try and buy option at Villa la Estancia Residences in Riviera Nayarit is called the Real Estate Discovery Program. This tailored program allows you to try out the residences at Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit before making the commitment to buy a property. That way, you can see if you like the residence, community and luxury facilities first hand. As Villa La Estancia Residences Sales Director, Nilo Lucas, says, “once you have stayed at Villa La Estancia Residences and experienced the luxury and stunning surroundings for yourself, there will be no doubt in your mind!”

Who is Suited for the Try and Buy Program?

This real estate try and buy program is designed for those people who are genuinely interested in purchasing a luxury fraction in one of the Villa La Estancia Residences or full ownership. The idea is that you have probably read all about the properties, and perhaps even spoken to a sales agent to spark your interest.

What the program includes

The Villa La Estancia Residences Try and Buy Discovery Program will provide 4 nights accommodation at one of our resorts. The cost of your accommodations will be substantially discounted, however, the price of the package vary depending on the season and is subject to availability. Up to 6 people are allowed in a Two Bedroom Villa. There are also 3 Bedroom Villas and Oceanfront Villas available. As there is a limited supply of villas at this promotional price, they are only available on a first come first serve basis.

There are some rules that apply to be eligible for this try and buy real estate privilege.

  1. You must be 30 years of age or older, fully employed or retired and have an annual household income greater than $100,000 USD.
  2. Travel costs to and from Villa La Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit are at your own expense.
  3. You must attend a presentation and tour of the property. This presentation is educational in nature and will allow you to understand our Real Estate product and Villa La Estancia Lifestyle. If you do not participate in the discovery presentation, Villa La Estancia will charge your credit card an additional $250 USD per night for your visit.
  4. There is a specific request form that must be completely filled out. Click here .
  5. The villas cannot be reserved more than 45 days prior to your visit.
  6. Your reserved villa must be paid in full with a major credit card before receiving a confirmed reservation.

For more information about real estate in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit or to clarify any details, please contact Nilo Lucas , Sales Director at Villa La Estancia Residences.

Riviera Nayarit’s Pueblo Magico

Mexico’s famed beach resort towns of Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas continuously attracts visitors from all over the world. Impressive beach settings and countless commercial establishments that offer fun and entertainment are their major selling points. What many don’t know, however, is that Mexico has other cultural attractions that will surely charm and enchant visitors as well as those lucky enough to make Mexico their second home – Pueblos Magicos.

Riviera Nayarit - Pueblo Magico

Pueblos Mágicos

Pueblos Magicos (magical towns) are classified quaint villages that offer a glimpse of the country’s rich culture and tradition. The Mexican Secretary of Tourism has endorsed around 80 towns throughout Mexico with the “Pueblo Magico” seal of approval to guide visitors to find new and exciting ways of discovering Mexico and its great people.

Pueblos magicos are selected towns that are rich history and cultural heritage. It’s a program that was started in 2001 and acknowledges places like San Sebastian del Oeste, a quaint town located just over an hour from Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta A 1605 mining town, San Sebastian showcases the Mexican way of life and the traditional means of its people. Every visitor’s heart and emotions will be touched and mesmerized, and it’s within easy reach of your home away from home at Villa La Estancia Residences.

A perfect day trip from Villa La Estancia, San Sebastian del Oeste pueblo magico offers a variety of activities. Its beautiful landscape that is surrounded entirely by the picturesque Sierra Madre Mountains is a scene changer for anyone whose busy life centers around the city. One can simply walk around and view old buildings which are great examples of traditional colonial architecture or sit in the town’s tree lined plaza people watching.

If you are feeling a little more energetic, you can take a hike to the nearby Cerro de la Bufa and be with the company of clouds while the dusk provide a stunning sunset drama unfolding right before your eyes. For coffee lovers, visit Quinta Mary and have a taste of a purely organic coffee and a chance to see the meticulous production process it undergoes. Experience a different kind of experience where the contemporary blends with the traditional, taking visitors back in time a hundred years or more.

Today, San Sebastian is a home to just 600 inhabitants, a far cry from what used to be 20,000 population sustained through a thriving mining industry. Nowadays you can simply sit back and sit idly in a wooden chair admiring the overall appeal of this stunning town. The next time you visit Riviera Nayarit, take the time to explore San Sebastian and you’ll never forget the magical experience it will bring.

Top Farmer’s Markets in and Around PV and Nuevo Vallarta

Near Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta, there are a variety of farmer’s markets where you can go shopping and buy wonderful items at reasonable prices. These markets run every Autumn until the end of spring each year. If you are looking to buy something either as a gift for Christmas, birthdays or simply an item to have for yourself, you should visit these markets in the coastal towns along the Banderas Bay’s stretch.

Here’s a rundown of some of the top spots that offer the best items that are spiced up with that unique Vallarta flavor. Be sure to check their websites too for any relevant information.

Courtesy: Old Town Market
Courtesy: Old Town Market

Old Town Farmer’s Market (www.oldtownfm.com)

This is one of Puerto Vallarta’s hit markets that offers a great variety of fare and souvenirs every Saturday (9:30am- 2:00pm) from October until April. It’s a “producers only” event where you can find a variety of fine selected farm-fresh products, artisan foods, handicrafts, art, jewelry, clothing, community education and even live music. The vendors must be residents of Puerto Vallarta who lives within a 50 miles radius. All the products are locally made, baked and grown locally.

Marina Vallarta’s Market

With operating hours from 6-10 pm every Thursday, this high end market is frequented by people who want to explore one of Puerto Vallarta’s chicest neighborhoods and want to shop during evening. It occupies Marina Vallarta’s wide boardwalks and offers a mixed variety of products that include home decorations, natural soaps, artisan souvenirs and many more. Because of its late afternoon / early evening opening times, it is best that you go early afternoon to stroll along the walkway while the sun sets and have dinner at some of the finest restaurants around the area. Marina Vallarta’s market runs from October until May.

Mercado del Pueblo (mercadodelpueblo.org)

Sayulita’s version of a farmer’s market, never fails to entertain shoppers with its live music and entertainment. Around 80 vendors ply their trade here and sells natural and organic products plus many original native products. They also offer vegetables like relish and pickles, meat products, flowers, coffee and baked goods. It runs every Friday from 10 am to 2 pm until May.

Mercado Huanacaxtle (www.sayulitabeach.com/mercado-huanacaxtle)

Held every Sunday at La Cruz Marina, it is a home for more than 170 vendors who sell a tremendous line ups of native goods that include handicrafts, clothing, paintings artworks, jewelries, food products and even beehives. This is one of the largest markets in Banderas Bay.

Forever Spring Farmer’s Market (www.facebook.com/foreverspringfarmersmarket)

Located in Bucerias, this farmer’s market runs from 9am-1pm every Wednesday. Real appetizing goods are the specialties you can buy here that include cheese from El Tuito, vegetarian foods, Indian curries, sauces, jams, smoked meats and craftsman baked goods which you can buy wheat free or regular.

Marina Nuevo Vallarta (www.bestofnuevovallarta.com)

This fiesta-like market located at Nuevo Vallarta, marina features a bountiful array of products that include foods, crafts, clothing, glassware, jewelries, even dance lessons and yoga displays. You can take a leisurely walk while listening to great live music and have fun enrolling in some dance classes. This market is held from 9am-2pm every Saturday during high season from Autumn through spring.