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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit Here is some advice to make your trip a little easier and more enjoyable. TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the southern part of the State of Nayarit starting from Guayabitos to the Ameca River and including Nuevo Vallarta. BUSES: A system of urban buses can bring you from one end of the bay to the other and all the spots in between. Current fare within Puerto Vallarta is $7.50 pesos per ticket and passengers must purchase a new ticket every time they board a bus. Hold on to your ticket. This is your proof and insurance should anything happen. Bus destinations are typically written on the front of the window. Those with a ‘centro’ sign will drive through downtown Puerto Vallarta and those with a ‘tunel’ sign will drive through the tunnel roads that go behind the city. TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver first. Price is per trip not person unless there are more than four passengers. Take note of the taxi number on the outside door and where it picked you up. If you lose an item this information will be vital to attempting to get it back. MONEY EXCHANGE: To exchange money you will need your passport. Best option is to use your bankcard to withdraw funds from any ATM machine. ATM’s in the banks are the safest to use and generally charge lower fees. USING PESOS OR USD: Businesses must display their prices in pesos and they may also post the prices in any other currency they choose. They cannot refuse to accept pesos. Some service staff may appreciate being tipped in USD and others in pesos. If you are concerned, ask. TIPPING: How much and when you tip are personal choices and unless otherwise noted a 10-20%
tip on food and beverage and services is standard. Tip the kids and seniors who bag your groceries. They work exclusively for tips. Have change at the ready for musicians and clowns that ride the buses – typically tipping 5 pesos or less. Taxi drivers do not receive tips unless they go to extraordinary lengths. DRINKING WATER: Puerto Vallarta’s water (at the source) is certified pure enough to drink. For many who live here long term, we drink from our taps with no issues. For those on vacation, it may be better to stick to bottled water. EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with a rescue animal is easy – and it’s easy to take them home with you. The process is quick and inexpensive. You need a certificate of health from a local vet with the appropriate inoculations, among other things. The time of year that pets can travel in the cargo hold of the plane may be your biggest challenge. Contact your airline to double-check their requirements. COMMON SENSE: Just as you would not walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here. While Mexicans are a forgiving bunch, basic politeness is appreciated. Pay attention to your surroundings. Pay your bills. Be courteous. And have fun! DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis are cheap and plentiful. Fines are as much as 15,000 pesos. You can be taken to jail and your vehicle impounded. There are many checkstops on the weekends and you will be asked to blow if they suspect you have been drinking. LEGAL SYSTEM: Not knowing the law is not a valid excuse in Mexico or anywhere. If you find yourself caught in a legal situation be aware that the system works much differently here than you are likely used to. Immediately contact your consulate for assistance.
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Calling in Mexico Calling phones in Mexico can be tricky. There are different codes you need to use depending if you are calling landlines or cellular phones and if they are local or long distance. LONG-DISTANCE CALLS FROM WITHIN MEXICO For national long-distance calls (within Mexico) the code is 01 plus the area code and phone number. For international long-distance calls, first dial 00, then the country code (U.S. and Canada country code is 1), so you would dial 00 + 1 + area code + 7 digit number. CALLING CELL PHONES (FROM A LAND LINE) If you are calling from a landline within the area code of the Mexican cell phone number dial 044, the 10 digit number. Outside of the area code (but still within Mexico) dial 045 and then the 10 digit phone number. Cell phone to cell phone only requires the 10 digit number. PHONE CARDS Phone cards (tarjetas telefonicas) for use in pay phones can be bought at newsstands and in pharmacies. Pay phones do not accept coins. When buying a phone card for pay phone use, specify that you would like a tarjeta LADA. CALLING TOLL-FREE NUMBERS Some toll free numbers work from Mexico to the US and Canada, but many do not. Those that do work are often not toll-free. You need to dial a different prefix. To call the following toll free prefixes, dial as follows: 800 numbers Dial 001-880-then the number 866 numbers Dial 001-883-then the number 877 numbers Dial 001-882-then the number 888 numbers Dial 001-881-then the number
Emergencies: 911 Red Cross: 065 Fire Department: 322.223.9476 Ambulance: 322.222.1533
Ahoy Cruisers! NAME PASS DATE CARNIVAL 3,200 04/10/2017 HOLLAND AMERICA 1,850 04/10/2017 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,080 04/10/2017 RESIDENCE SEAS 1,800 07/10/2017 NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE 2,240 09/10/2017 PRINCESS CRUISES 2,600 09/10/2017 OCEANIA CRUISES 400 09/10/2017 CARNIVAL 3,200 11/10/2017 HOLLAND AMERICA 1,850 11/10/2017 NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE 2,800 11/10/2017 DISNEY CRUISES 2,400 12/10/2017
Immigration: 322.224.7719 Consumer Protection: 01.800.468.8722 Tourism Offices Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006
Consulates American Consulate 24 hrs 01-332-268-2100 Canadian Consulate 322.293.0098 322.293.0099 24 hrs: 1.800.706.2900
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In the month of October Vallarta welcomes 46,323 passengers! CELEBRITY PRINCESS CRUISES PRINCESS CRUISES HOLLAND AMERICA DISNEY CRUISES HOLLAND AMERICA HOLLAND AMERICA DISNEY CRUISES PRINCESS CRUISES
2,499 12/10/2017 2,600 15/01/2017 2,600 17/10/2017 1,850 17/10/2017 2,400 19/10/2017 1,850 24/10/2017 2,104 24/10/2017 2,400 30/10/2017 2,600 31/10/2017
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Puerto Vallarta
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hroughout the month of October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pamela Thompson is planning a number of special events. The annual kick-off event “Pink Wave,” will be at Hospital San Javier Marina on Friday, October 6 from 6:30-9:00 pm. Pam is asking for help with donations of sweet, savory, and
pink items to help make event a success. The October Healthcare Resources program will include information about Mammogram Clinics, along with regular speakers programs, clinics and all of the Breast Cancer Awareness events. If you are able to assist, please email her at pamela(at) healthcareresourcespv.com.
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and Parenting Leza Warkentin
Pam Thompson
I am the preschool coordinator and nursery teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta. I have been living and teaching in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico since 2000. I am a Canadian, with a Mexican husband and two Mexican-Canadian children. We are all patas salads!
Pamela Thompson operates HealthCare Res pendent, resource network that is here for you tance to help find a physician, hospital and di www.healthcareresourcespv.com
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sources Puerto Vallarta, a multi-faceted, indeur total health and well-being. We offer assisiagnostic service for any healthcare needs.
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Frankies has gone crazy! Re-opening October 4th We prepare the best italian food for you Open from Wednesday to Saturday from 5-11pm Venustiano Carranza 276 Zona Romรกntica 223 2267
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The IRS Gets Audited Too Orlando Gotay, Tax Attorney
Michael Nolan
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Michael Nolen is the host of ‘The Good Morning Wake Up Show,’ which is broadcast as part of the University of Guadalajara’s 104.3 FM radio station at the CUC campus in Puerto Vallarta. Every Saturday at 9 AM
tax@orlandogotay.com
Orlando Gotay is a California licensed tax attorney (with a Master of Laws in Taxation) admitted to practice before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court and other taxing agencies. His love of things Mexican has led him to devote part of his practice to the tax matters of U.S. expats in Mexico. He can be reached at tax@orlandogotay.com, online radio at mixlr.com/orlandogotay or Facebook: GotayTaxLawyer.
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You and Your RFC Code By Fabien Madesclaire fabien@g3mex.com
If you have real estate questions, or want to know more about local properties, contact Fabien anytime at G3MEX Real Estate Group email: Fabien@g3mex.com.
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VALLARTA SHOPPING AND SERVICES English Spoken Puerto Vallarta & Banderas Bay Real Estate * Trusts * Wills * Inmigration * Civil Criminal Specializing in Immigration. Real Estate. Condominium Law
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Adorable Dog In The Spotlight... BETSY by Janice Gonzalez
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etsy is a Lab/Shepherd mix, weighing 44 pounds and she is around 2.5 years of age. She is a high energy girl so needs a family who enjoys long walks and exploring the great outdoors. Betsy would do best in a home where she has plenty of space to run and play with her toys. She loves her people and is almost puppy like with her high energy and playfulness. Betsy is sociable with other dogs but can be a bit selective when making friends. She is not good with cats, however. We think Betsy would be a great companion animal for a family with older children. Betsy has been spayed, dewormed and vaccinated. If your active family is looking for the perfect pet, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com for an application.
SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez he SPCAPV has started a new opportunity for businesses to contribute and become sponsors. We thank all our sponsors who are dedicated to making a difference. If you are interested in helping, write to clare23leach@ gmail.com to join us. During these hot summer months, we have limited tours of our sanctuary. If you are interested, reservations to visit the sanctuary need to be made in advance. To make a reservation, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com. We appreciate any donations you can bring for our rescues and also please feel free to bring treats for sanctuary staff as they truly appreciate it. To see our animals available for adoption, visit our Face-
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book page at www.facebook.com/spcapv. Go to Photos where you will also find individual Albums for all the animals available as well as a bit of their history. Please be aware that our adoption fee within Mexico is $1,500 pesos. To make donations via PayPal, select the “Donate” option on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/spcapv or on our website at http://spcapv.com/donate/. You can drop off any donations for the SPCA at Hacienda San Angel located at Calle Miramar 336, above Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in El Centro. Get involved…rescue, adopt, foster, volunteer, donate or educate. You can learn more about the SPCA Puerto Vallarta by checking us out at www.spcapv.com/home or on Facebook.
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Three Hens & A Rooster Market News
FABFABRICFELLOWS Aprons - Pillows Masks - Cooling Ties Three Hens & A Rooster Market V. Carranza 466 Saturdays 9 to 1 Contact Bill Kelly at
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Pandamonia Boutique They’re are Back...! Horseradish ~ Jalapeño Jam Tapenade ~ Fudge Limited Quantities...Preorder ptwagner@comcast.net
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Where can I find the Vallarta Tribune? Over the past month we have been making small changes to our distribution locations; hopefully making it easier for you to find a copy. The Tribune will be available for pick up at the tourist offices in the main plaza as well as in Park Lazaro Cardenas, in Puerto Vallarta. You can
shop and pick up a copy of the Tribune at the Friday Marsol Market, the ‘Three Hens and a Rooster Market, Venustiano Carranza 466, on Saturdays’ and at the Amigo’s de La Cruz table at the La Cruz Sunday Market. In addition to all of our advertisers, look for the Vallarta Tribune
in restaurants, resorts, galleries and salons around the Bay of Banderas and north into Sayulita and San Pancho. We distribute 10,000 copies in high season from Mismaloya to San Pancho each week. Marina Vallarta: Benittos, The Coffee Cup, Re/Max, San Javier
Hospital Nuevo Vallarta: Eddies, Barracuda’s, Nopalitos, US Consulate, Chasers Sports Bar Bucerias: Mark’s, Sandrina’s, Yo-Yo Mo’s, Luna Lounge, Esquina 22 La Cruz: Oso’s Oyster Bar, Octopus Garden, Tescamala
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