Issue 1099, April 26 - May 2, 2018

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Olas Altas Farmer’s Market Page 06

real estate

Tips to buy in Banderas Bay Page 13

Zapata Antojeria y Bar Page 20

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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

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t the Tribune we want you to have the best experience possible while you explore Puerto Vallarta, the Bay of Banderas and Riviera Nayarit. Here are some helpful tips for traveling.

TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the southern part of the State of Nayarit starting from San Blas in the north.

BUSES: A system of urban buses with different routes can bring you from one end of the bay to the other and all the spots in between. If you’re going further than San Pancho, head to the main bus terminal to catch a ‘Pacifico’ bus. Current fare is 7.50 pesos and passengers must purchase a new ticket every time they board another bus. There are no “transfers.”

TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver first. Make a note of the taxi number in case you leave something behind. Drivers typically do not carry change.

UBER: New in 2017 to Puerto Vallarta, Uber is still experiencing some growing pains particularly in the state of Nayarit. Uber is about 25-50% cheaper than a taxi, but this is subject to change. The benefits of using Uber are set fares and the ability to follow up directly with your driver if there is an incident or you leave an item behind.

MONEY EXCHANGE: Typically a bank will give you a higher rate of exchange than the exchange booths (Caja de Cambio). You will need your passport. Better yet, use your bank card to withdraw funds from any ATM. Note that ATM’s in the banks are the safest to use and charge lower fees.

DRINKING WATER: While Puerto Vallarta’s water has been

awarded a certification of purity for the past two decades, the quality of the water tested at the source varies greatly from what comes out of the tap at the other end. So do be careful. If you want to be doubly sure, you can pick up bottled water just about anywhere.

EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with the street dog outside your hotel is easy to do and it’s also easy to bring them home with you too. The process is inexpensive and only takes a day or two. You need a certificate of health from a local vet among other things. For the most up-to-date information contact the Puerto Vallarta SPCA at spcapv@ gmail.com.

COMMON SENSE: Just as you wouldn’t walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here. While Mexico is a tolerant culture, basic politeness is appreciated. Don’t pee in the streets. Don’t flash your money or expensive gadgets. Pay attention to your surroundings.

Know where you are going. Pay your bills (and don’t forget to tip).

And have fun!

DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis or Ubers are cheap and plentiful. Fines are as much as 12,000 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 guilt is presumed until your innocence can be proven.

This is a very difficult lesson to learn if you are visiting from the United States or Canada. 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

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NAME PASS DATE CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 04/04/2018 NORWEGIAN STAR 2,900 04/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 05/04/2018 ISLAND PRINCESS 1,974 06/04/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 10/04/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 11/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 14/04/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 18/04/2018 DISNEY WONDER 2,400 19/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 20/04/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 21/04/2018 NORWEGIAN 2,900 22/04/2018

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 April Puerto Vallarta welcomes 44,816 passengers!

NAME PASS DATE CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 25/04/2018 NORWEGIAN STAR 2,900 25/04/2018 MAASDAM 1,258 25/04/2018 NEUW AMSTERDAM 2,200 27/04/2018 ZAANDAM 1,200 28/04/2018

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his week is the first of many editions with a featured theme. This week is Real Estate and over the next year we will have special editions highlighting restaurants, entertainment, healthy living, holidays and more.

Each will be designed so that you can remove that section from the newspaper to save for reference. We did a very informal survey of recent buyers of homes in Banderas Bay and there were some interesting results. The real estate market has clearly shifted as demonstrated by the rush of new buildings going up around the bay and north into Nayarit.

Last week we saw the first installment of the new city buses on the streets of Puerto Vallarta.

More are rolling out today (April 26) and we should have over 300 new buses by the end of 2018. Some changes you should be aware of: Drivers no longer handle money or make change. The fare remains at 7.5 pesos but is expected to go up in the coming months. You can purchase a fare pass that you can load with up to 200 pesos at a time.

With this pass you’ll receive a 50% discount on your second fare and your third fare is free. The new routes and all the details can be

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found on the new website www. unibuspv.com.mx If you go to Costco, you will know the lot in front has had a major construction project for the past eight months. Well, today (April 26, again) is the grand opening of La Comer a high-end grocery story that carries a wider selection of imported goods, produce and I hear, a very good wine selection. A La Comer opened last fall in Bucerias to rave reviews.

We are about two weeks from the Altruism Festival which is essentially the last major fundraiser until next fall. It is an excellent event with funds raised going to support 20 different charitable organizations around the bay. Each is required to sell a certain number of tickets – so please support your favourite charity and get your tickets before the event. There are a number of mentions in this week’s pages on where to get tickets including through the Jay Sadler Project, Los Mangos Library and the Amigo’s de La Cruz.

Finally, in true Vallarta fashion, information about the upcoming Centennial Celebrations is dripped out in dribs and drabs, usually at the last minute. I stopped by the tourism offices to see if I could get a firm schedule but they basically laughed me out of the office.

Rumour is they’ll have a printed calendar this week. If you’re in town through May, check out www. puertovallartaalcien.com and the corresponding Facebook page for the current updates. Two events this week worth noting are the Letters to the Sea, International Poetry Event happening at various locations around the city from April 25-28. The on April 28 is the Ruta Vallarta Cycling event which leaves from Marina Vallarta and depending on which route you take can be as long as 100kms. This is interesting as Mexico is not a particularly cycling friendly country but attitudes and policies are changing, which is a refreshing and healthy direction.

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Mexico City’s new airport: Potential at risk

By Juan Pablo Green

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ith the 2018 elections just around the corner, one of the hottest topics of debate is the construction of the new Mexico City airport. The $13.3 billion dollar behemoth is in the midst of development, with 60 percent of the funding coming from the Mexican government. The airport is expected to be completed in 2020, when the current Mexico City airport would shut down.

The airport was planned by famous architectural firm Foster + Partners, led by the renowned British architect Sir Norman Foster.

The firm has previously been in charge of the design for the biggest airports in the world including the Hong Kong and Beijing Capital Airport.

The design for Mexico City is conscious of the capital’s challenging soil conditions, and this led to the pursuit of a LEED Platinum

The airport is expected to receive around 68 million passengers a year upon its completion certification, the highest of its kind for sustainable buildings. The steel and glass rooftop will provide a lightweight solution to the soft surface below the airport. This will also reduce the need for cooling, as it would take advantage of Mexico City’s temperate climate to circulate the air inside the airport.

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Fox’s presidency, a plan was made to buy the land from a nearby town just outside of Mexico City. After failed negotiations with the residents, a series of protests ending in tragedy stopped this idea from going forward. Mexico City’s current airport cannot expand, with its capacity and operations being limited thanks to its location. As

of now, the airport transports 44 million passengers a year running at full capacity. With Mexico being the eight most visited country in 2016 and expected to be the sixth by this year, a transport hub is essential for future development in Mexico’s tourism and trade sector.

The airport is Mexico’s largest ever infrastructure project and understandably it has become the center of attention for criticism over its construction. Built over federal land just outside the city’s limits, the land is the last remnant of what was a system of lakes more than 500 years ago. The ex-head of the National Water Commission (CONAGUA) has come forward to express his concern over the construction in the area as it threatens wildlife in the area and jeopardizes underground water replenishment; an important issue for the 20 million people metropolis.

Candidate Andrés Manuel López Obrador has called for a

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New cleaner buses on the streets of Vallarta

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ast week the first installment of the new city buses for Puerto Vallarta were on the road, with more buses coming on April 26 and all of the 325 buses expected by the end of 2018. The current fare of 7.5 pesos per ride still applies for the time being. You can purchase and use a fare care that is pre-loaded with pesos or pay with coins. The fare boxes take all coins but do not make change.

The fare card called INNOVAPASS can be purchased and reloaded at terminals in Plaza Caracol, Sam’s Club, Plaza Pitillal and at Cetram Ixtapa. In the coming months you will be able to

top up your transit passes at convenience stores, banks etc., refilling from 0.50 to 200 pesos.

Use the pass for free fares! One of the benefits of using the pass, aside from digging for change and finding only lint, is that if you transfer from one bus to another, the second fare will be discounted 50% and the third transfer will be free.

For all the details on the INNOVAPASS visit: http://www.unibuspv. com.mx/innovacard. You can also chat online with a representative if you have questions. You can also find route maps and more details on the unibuspv.com.mx website.

stop to the construction. López Obrador claims that it is just one more example of nepotism and corruption of Mexico’s upper class.

The cancellation of the airport has been one of his focal points in the campaign and he has pledged to review the contracts to see if its construction is a viable option. The uncertainty for the airport’s future has left investors and the public in a limbo. López Obrador has not been clear on how he will stop the project, but him leading the polls by a wide margin has brought uncertainty to a much needed infrastructure investment.

(Juan Pablo Green is a second year student at Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM) in Guadalajara, majoring in International Relations.

A keen student of Mexican history and politics, JP plans a career in the diplomatic corps after graduation. JP can be reached at jpgreen. lopez@gmail.com)

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hursday, April 26 at 6:30 pm in the Rectory Auditorium there will be an informational medical cannabis symposium called “Cannabi Salud. It is for all health care professionals and anyone else interested in medical cannabis. This event is free and open to the public.

Friday, May 4 at 11 am Dr. Edmundo Andrade Romo will host a lecture on the book “The Night Face Up” by Julio Cortazar “The Night Face Up” is a short story written by Julio Cortazar. This story reveals a mysterious adventure which takes place in both reality and in the mind of the protagonist straddling both the present reality of the protagonist and also in his unconscious thoughts. Please join us. This event is free and open to the public.

We encourage you to look at the UDG CUC web site each week to get the latest news about all the events taking place. www.cuc.udg.mx Radio Show In English Be sure to tune in to The Good Morning Wake Up Show every Saturday morning from 9 am to 11.

104.3 FM or on the web at: udgtv. com/radio-puerto-vallarta/en-vivo Please remember! Spilling hot coffee on your lap wakes you up faster than drinking it.

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Paradise and Parenting

From Here Marcia Blondin

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I am the preschool coordinator and nursery teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta. I am also both unsurprised and not a bit sorry that this list of my favorites is mostly about places to eat. If you can live in Vallarta without appreciating some of the good eatin’ around here, you have to be at least half Vulcan.

marciavallarta@gmail.com quick reminder to vote for our Botanical Gardens in USA Today’s Best of North America Reader’s Choice Awards.

As of this writing, we are stalled at number three; I understand the last week of voting is fast and furious so vote often until midnight April 30th.

The last Vallarta Garden Club meeting re-elected David Muck as President; he has done an excellent job of moving the VGC forward. Of course, he is standing on the formidable ‘giant’ shoulders of the first president – Suzanne Kirkpatrick who is still active in the Garden Club and sings with the Vallarta Vocalistas.

Have to give my dear friend Paco Ojeda a big shout out on his Music Appreciation series “El Placer de Escuchar.” Last week he dove into the life’s work of Stephen Sondheim and specifically Sweeny Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The audience was gifted a live performance by Kathy Overly and Cesar Bravo onstage at Incanto’s theatre. Kathy is also part of Vallarta Vocalistas with her outstanding voice, but we were surprised by Cesar! The boy can sing: He’s not just a brilliant actor.

The two of them worked extremely well together…perhaps director Alain Perreault will pair them again sometime soon? Back to Paco’s lectures. I have mentioned before how thoroughly he researches.

The only way to properly gauge a good or great teacher is how much does one retain quite a long time after the lecture is finished? Here I go: the harmonica is the world’s number one musical instrument sold; Hector Berlioz (my favorite) was the first composer to use the saxophone in symphonic composition. And then Paco ties Sondheim and Berlioz together with “Dies Ires” that figures hugely in Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique and underlies the score in Sweeny Todd. I’ll keep you posted when the next lecture is. BTW, Paco is hosting ‘Dinner and a Movie’ at Incanto every Tuesday at 7 pm. Bring a coat; it’s chilly inside! A great way to beat the heat this summer.

“Sausage Party” is May 15th…

And luncheons this week?

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Only three but good ones! First with my fave editor Madeline Milne at Seasons PV, home of the best French fries and gravy in the world and great specials you can see every week on page two of this paper. (They are practically next door to my favorite bank, Intercam.) The second was back for arrachera pizza at Incanto with Dawn Nichol, expert therapist to dancers and musicians. If you are in pain, particularly feet, legs and hands send her an email rosadawnnichol@yahoo.com.

Last but not least, FINALLY sat down with Julie Guerrero who is out and about more than me!

We met at Carlota’s on Lazaro Cardenas and reveled in the lovely quiet space and talked for hours.

We have been trying to get together for years, and I’m not kidding!

There will be more of those this summer, I hope.

Give kindness away this week; From Here.

Our House

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grew up in a tiny little Manitoba town, on a quiet enclosed street where kids could trick or treat without an adult holding their mittened hands. My dad was a school principal and my mom was a teacher turned homemaker, until she returned to college and became a school librarian (she knew about email and the internet before I did).

When I was eight, my parents began planning the house they would eventually have built by a friend of theirs who was one of the only contractors in town. We moved into the brand new four bedroom bilevel when I turned nine.

I remember very clearly the excitement of having a beautiful, bright new house with a huge backyard filled with trees that were perfect for hide and seek.

It made odd, creaky sounds in winter (as most Canadian houses

do), and it was pretty hot in the dog days of summer, but it had this great old-fashioned wood stove and a beautiful patio overlooking a huge backyard. I had a friend or two who came over all the time (the laughter driving my older, cooler brother into his bedroom with his Walkman cassette player) because it always felt like a welcoming place to spend some time.

My brother and I moved out of our home when we graduated from high school, since the closest university was six hours away in Winnipeg, Manitoba. But our parents continued living there, carefully maintaining the house and property, until just this year. They are now preparing to move out of our family home and into a condo closer to my brother, who continues to live in Winnipeg.

My mom and dad are busy, packing up the house and moving boxes to the new place, as well as wrapping up the legalities of selling one property and buying another.

However, as they continue to share pieces of this brand new journey, I always sense that hint of nostalgia coming through the messages about packing my bedroom. They send me photos of my old high school windbreaker that they found in the attic. They mention a bit of “silly” melancholy when they sold my dad’s favorite armchair (time to downsize).

If you’ve chosen a life far from your family, you’ll maybe understand a bit of what I’m feeling now. I feel like I’m so far from this life-changing event I may as well be on the moon.

I feel like I can’t help work them through this major transition. And I

feel like I won’t get to say goodbye to the home that held my family for all those years.

Because everyone needs to say goodbye when they leave a dear old friend. Every time we would go to Canada, our house was like an anchor where my Mexican children could set down their Canadian roots. I’d love to watch them climb in the tree house, or help their grandmother pick raspberries, or have a water fight with their cousins. It gave them a little glimpse into my childhood. More importantly, it helped them create memories of a family that lived so far away.

Last summer we already knew that my mom and dad were trying to sell the house, so before we left for the last time, my daughter went around the house and garden taking photos of things that she thought I would find meaningful.

I looked through them later, and was touched and amused (mixed emotions quite common for parents) by her close ups of my teddy bears, my dresser and bed, my closet and all their contents. But what brought tears to my eyes was the zoom-in on the sidewalk in the front. There’s an inscription there in the cement that says “1982” and a symbol of the combined initials of my parents and my brother and me.

Very soon my childhood home will be occupied by strangers. But I’d like to tell them that their new house contains a lifetime of special memories, and I would wish them a lifetime of the same. I’d want them to know that it’s part of who I am.

And I would tell them that there’s a little house in Mexico being filled with the same warmth and care, thanks to all the happiness shared within those walls.

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Medical Matters Pam Thompson

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Blood Donations

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hose that see my Facebook posts know that it is quite often that I put out a plea for blood donations. Folks sometimes are not happy when I state the rules for donors due to age, meds, alcohol, whatever but I do not make the rules. People say Well in Canada or in the US it is this way or that way.

That does not really matter because we are in Mexico and I am just the messenger.

In reality, there are three blood banks in the area. The one for private hospitals, institutions is located on the second floor of Hospital San Javier Marina. It is not owned by the hospital. It is an independent entity. The IMSS system has their own blood bank and is located at the main IMSS in the hotel zone.

The Regional Hospital also has their own blood bank. Rules for donors are pretty much the same at each blood bank although at IMSS and Regional

Hospital, to donate one must go around 6am in order to make the appointment to donate. Same at the Regional Hospital. At the blood bank located at San Javier no appointment is needed and they normally accept donors from 8.00 am until about 3.00 pm but will often accept later if it is an emergency situation.

Donor requirements: Age: 18 to 60-65 BUT the upper age limit can vary. If the person is in excellent health and meets all of the other requirements and especially if it is an emergency situation, the blood bank will be a bit more flexible with age limits. Tattoos: There are no Health Department rules for tattoo parlors here in the area so if one has received a tattoo around here, in order to donate, the tattoo (or a piercing) must be at least a year ago. For tattoos obtained outside of Mexico, date received is more flexible.

Sex: Anyone can donate, regardless of sexual preference. A confi-

dential interview will be done at the Blood Bank with questions regarding number of partners.

Medications: There is a long list of medications that will disqualify a donor and the easiest way to check on this is to call the Blood Bank or you can ask me and I will check.

Recent surgery: Ok if it has been over six months ago Recent Illness: OK if it is not current and has been cured (flu, cold). Weight: Minimum weight of 50 kilos. Alcohol: Consume no more than 2 alcohol beverages for 48 hours prior to donation.

Food: Fasting for a minimum of 4 hours and no more than 8 hours.

Once you have donated blood, the following exams are performed: HIV, Hepatitis C, Brucella, Syphilis, VDRL, Chagas Disease, Hematocrit, Rh factor, Blood Type, and Cross Match Compatibility among others. A Donor Card will be issued to you as proof and validity in case you need blood for yourself or a family member.

For the person receiving the blood donation, in order to lower the cost, two units of blood need to be donated for each unit received. So, it is important that if you are donating for a specific person, you tell the Blood Bank the name of the receiver.

Also, if you do not want to receive blood due to specific religious beliefs, it is very important that at admission to any hospital, that request is given to the admitting facility.

If you have specific questions you can call the blood bank at 226 1010 or you are welcome to send them to me and I will find the correct answer.

Here’s to a giving week!

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Jean Pierre Renucci

Setting up galleries in New York, Mexico City and in other countries has been proposal coming to Jean Pierre, but he only considers in the short term opening a gallery in New York City as his last project.

Art in Corsica The art shown in Corsica is selected by its quality and trajectory, not for its prices. Keeping up his galleries is a challenge he enjoys by personal and professional taste, beyond money. Being able to help artists exhibit in museums is part of his enjoyments; his projects have been great hits both for the creators and for the venues that, following their advice, have opened their doors to talented Mexican creators. Jean Pierre Renucci invites everybody to his coming

grand exhibition this November 22 with the two top-positioned artists

in Mexico, JOVIAN and RICARDO FERNANDEZ, in a unique event to

enjoy the potential Mexico has for the world.

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Jean Pierre and his friends came to Puerto Vallarta for vacations; fascinated by its beaches and the weather that reminds him of his home island, he decides to stay in this Pacific paradise. With no work project, he meets José Villavicencio, his partner to date, who proposes him to open a gallery.

Originally of hardly 50 square meters, today it has grown to 900 square meters, turning Renucci into the largest gallerist in Mexico after a quick success that took less than a decade to position him as one of the best in his field.

Vallarta in Jean Pierre's Life In Jean Pierre's words: "Puerto Vallarta is very like my home island.

Its people's warmth, its customs make it be a unique destination in Mexico. It has become my home and my friends, my family. I enjoy SUP'ing every morning and see the sunrise from the sea. Gastronomic tasting in Vallarta is incredible, from Café des Artistes to Cenaduría Celia; I love to watch the religious pilgrimages and all the Mexican folklore".

Jean Pierre Renucci in Vallarta's life The owner of Corsica brought the most widely renowned Mexican masters to the Pacific coasts. Leonora Carrington, Juan Soriano, José Luis Cuevas, Manuel Felguérez, Roger Von Gunten, Irma Palacios and Gabriel Macotela are exhibited in his four galleries: St.Regis Punta Mita, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta and Puerto Vallarta South Side.

Galería Corsica is the only one with a philanthropic and patronage side financing Mexican projects.

In its facilities, you can admire works by Jovian, Diego Luz or Ravi Montoya, a ceramist who works mainly porcelain to whom Jean Pierre proposed to create a series in bronze he financed and which is sold in his galleries only.

He has also taken many artists to museums in Mexico and abroad.

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A horticulturist and sustainability consultant for 18 years Emily runs a part time business in the Bay called Small World Probiotics, the region's largest fermented foods venture. Emily’s passion is ecology: whether it's our human micro biome or the greater ecology we are all fortunate to be a part of. She lives with her husband, daughter, two dogs, fourty chickens, ducks and plant collection outside of Lo de Marcos, Nayarit.

The Value of Matching

Gardening My Business

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t Los Mangos Library we like to work to give good news. We are fortunate to serve every year thousands of people who are looking for some kind of answer. Some of them know very well what they are looking for, others simply seek. Today, perhaps as never before, the relevance of the library goes beyond the services and materials it offers: the library is indispensable for people.

It is a meeting place that inspires us and gives us the opportunity to correspond.

Those of us who have the fortune to serve our community through Los Mangos Library, know that we are the conduit that helps to transform the effort of some, to encouragement for others. When we open the door of the Library, we do it with the joy of knowing that every day is a new opportunity to correspond to those who show their trust through a donation and energy as volunteer, so that no one is left without an answer.

The Library abates loneliness and uncertainty.

In these days when many friends are preparing to leave, we want you to know that we appreciate what you have given to Puerto Vallarta through Los Mangos Library and assure you that we will continue working here so you will be proud of what we have accomplished together.

Thanks to the nearly 1,500 people who attended this seasons Malecon Sculpture Tour. Thanks to Gary Thompson and his team at Galeria Pacífico who has led for the tours for 12 uninterrupted years. Thanks to artist Matis Lidice creator of the sculpture “Millennium”, Kevin Simpson from Colektica gallery, Memo Lira from Vallarta 101. Thanks Jim Demetro, author of emblematic sculptures such as “The Dancers”. Thanks to all, this

year we collected $60,934 pesos that have been used to purchase novelties for the children’s collection and some operating expenses.

Thanks Debra Casper and Robert Saccacio for your valuable time spent selecting and keeping our English collection updated.

Thanks to John Warren, Henry Golas and everyone at IFC for following the evolution of Los Mangos Library.

Thanks Georgia Darehshori from Casa Karma for the funding that makes possible the Apapacho program. Thank you Dr. Candace Kaye for your guidance and your trust. It is an honor to have your mentorship.

Thanks Navy League Puerto Vallarta for the hands on to make our building look nicer. Thanks Roger for the great help to keep up

dated the technical processing of the books as they arrived.

The next months we will have our hands full of work with the new Literacy Promotion Council, new early literacy programs, energy saving and environmental care programs and, of course, the summer camp, among many other activities.

Biblioteca Los Mangos participates in the International Altruism Festival 2018 and will dedicate all the proceeds through this event to our early literacy programs and the purchase of novelties for the children’s and youth collection. You can contribute by attending the Festival, tickets are already on sale at Los Mangos Library for $ 400.- Pre-sale price-.

We accept credit cards. From now ... thanks.

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t’s always been striking to me how little the modern school system teaches about finances, relationships and interpersonal communication skills – you know, the adult stuff. The “life lessons” stuff. Also, gardening, which as you have gathered, I think is an extremely important skill, not just in and of itself, but for the lessons it can teach about other “life subjects”.

Let’s take finances and business. I was recently explaining to my 6 year old, the definition of an asset. An asset is an investment which eventually bears fruit independent of our efforts. I explained that some people work to survive (without assets) much like growing lettuce which needs to be planted and harvested yearly because it is an annual crop. The same effort is required year in and year out and you find yourself in the same point where you started when the cycle is complete. An asset would be like planting an apple tree – the first few years require the labor of installation, protection and nurturing – but eventually the roots take hold and the apple tree will bear fruit year in and year out with minimal effort on your part as the gardener. It will

bear fruit when you are sleeping or on vacation. If all goes well, it will bear fruit for your children’s children. It was a beautiful thing to see her eyes light up with the comprehension of what an asset is, a concept many adults struggle with defining. Thank you, gardening!

In recent years, as I have honed my entrepreneurial skills, the garden provides wisdom on parallel with Forbes. For examples, the techniques of advanced, high yield vegetable gardening rely on these methods (amongst others): companion planting, interplanting, succession planting and keeping accurate records.

Companion planting is the practice of pairing certain vegetables and/or herbs that co-exist in symbiosis and avoiding pairings that impair eachother.

The wisdom in this goes from why grocery stores sell peanut butter and jelly side by side to the importance of picking the right business partners. Is this partner a good fit because she can provide our startup protection during the tender stages – like a tomato providing needed shade to the lettuce planted underneath? Or because he can attract the right funders – like Brazilian verbena attracting the pollinators for the cucumbers?

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By Madeline Milne

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he change in the real estate market in Banderas Bay is palpable. From lamenting the loss of ‘authenticity’ in Old Town on Facebook forums to the hushed conversations of how much their neighbors place really sold for at cocktail parties, everyone is talking about the real estate market.

In a recent, very informal survey, the Vallarta Tribune asked buyers of homes throughout Banderas Bay to answer a few questions. The takeaway from their responses was for anyone thinking of buying to not only take their time but to understand that the process itself takes time. While aspects of buying real estate in Banderas Bay are similar to purchasing north of the border, there are some marked differences including using a bank trust or Fideiocomiso and use of a notario publico. (See the Ask a Realtor section for more details on these two processes.)

One reader wrote when asked, “What is the one thing they’d share with prospective buyers?” responded with “Patience! Expect the unexpected. The process and

timing of purchasing real estate in Mexico are not the same as in the US. Not inherently better or worse, just different! Be prepared to pay a greater percentage of closing costs as a buyer.”

Of the responses received 66.7% had purchased in the last year, 20% in the past two years. 60% bought condos, 20% purchases villas and 20% purchased townhomes, most with a budget of USD 300,000 or under (73.3%) but 20% had budgets over $500,000. Important to note here is that closing fees are nearly entirely borne by the buyer in Mexico and are roughly 8-10% of the property value whereas in Canada that amount is on average 1-2.5% and in the US closer to 2-5%.

For those that downsize into a condo, you need to weight the benefits and challenges. Security and less maintenance are cited as benefits, but you also give up a few freedoms when you become beholden to your condo association. “If you’re considering a condo after having owned your own house, think long and hard about how much privacy and control you are willing to give up for ease

of maintenance… There are days when we still wonder if we made the right decision, but our wonderful neighbors usually convince us that we did.”

When asked, “Where did you buy your property?” the responses went from Amapas to La Cruz. 33% of respondents said they bought in Bucerias. This community is increasing. Where before there were limited condo towers and mostly long established family estates, these sizeable oceanfront land parcels have been bought up and are now undergoing rapid development. It’s understandable; it’s the best beach in the bay and a sweet little town. Hopefully, it stays that way.

A close second was Old Town (20%), with its massive influx of new condos at a variety of price points, and proximity to all that Old Town offers including year-round entertainment, restaurants, and shops. From a vacation rental standpoint, Old Town makes considerable sense for investors as much as year-round residents.

When weighing all the options, sometimes choosing to be out of the hustle and bustle is the best

option and the Cinco de Diciembre neighborhood is popular for just that reason, plus put yourself on the hillside, and you’ll have endless sunset views. Says one respondent, “We wanted to be relatively close to Centro and the Malecon but to be in a more traditional Mexican neighborhood… Having a view of the bay was important, and five de Diciembre’s elevation provided that.”

Perhaps most interesting is how respondents viewed the ‘state of the market.’ When asked if they felt it was a buyers market and the seller was eager and flexible to sell, 40% responded with a no, and 40% responded with a yes. I suspect barring any major market downshifts the answers to this question are going to become more skewed.

Ultimately what is most important is working with a team that has your best interests at heart and that you do not feel pressured to buy something - anything. Trust your gut and work with people that are professional in all that they do - from timely responses to transparent negotiations.

For the full results of the survey – visit vallartatribune.com

ith dozens of new developments across the bay, it can be overwhelming to know which ones are the best. We asked local realtors to give us their top picks. In no particular order, here are the most recommended: V Marina Two new 8-storey towers across from the entrance to Marina Vallarta.

This neighbourhood is booming.

New restaurants, shops and the excellent Thursday Evening Market make this a great vacation rental investment. Amenities include underground parking, gym. Views of Marina Vallarta Golf course and the Marina. Prices starting at $160,000 Avida In the heart of Old Town, Avida purports to be a unque concept with shared spaces and a focus on environmental certification and smart technologies. Amenities include gym, library, roof top pool.

Communal spaces and a number of the units have been designed to accommodate people with limited mobility, which is rare in Mexico.

D’residences Local developer D’ Group and designer Octavio Lopez are offering exclusivity with only 12 three bedroom units. Each unit enjoys a heated dipping pool and private elevator access. Master Suites have stand alone tubs – that alone should sell the place out!

Boracay by Sayan Located in Bucerias, this building knows its market with an inhouse sports bar with LED screens and draft beer on tap. Boracay is located on one of the best strips of beach in the bay, just south of the popular Karen’s Place restaurant. Prime location for vacation rental income. 3 and 4 bedroom units from $579,000.

INDAH by Sayan Located in lower Amapas, INDAH features 2-4 bedroom units up to 3,500 sq.ft on the beach, steps from Old Town, in fact their website says only 330m to Los Muertos Beach.

The private in house kitchen offers 24 hour room service and the units are designed with modern luxury in mind.

Prices from $440,000 to $1.4 Mil Maritima Two towers of 10 storeys located on Flamingos beach in Nuevo Vallarta, Maritima is uniquely designed to provide ocean views from the living room and master bedrooms of most units. If you’re looking for a sure thing when it comes to an investment property, Maritima is located in one of the hottest tourism corridors in Mexico.

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A believer that a simple, flavourful meal shared with friends is one of our life’s true joys, a local resident of Vallarta, James (aka Jimmy) shares his knowledge and passion for the culinary arts, local architecture and real estate.

New buyers bring new vibrancy to Vallarta

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ith all the recent activity around town and real estate sales once again feeling like everyone is looking for a piece of paradise we thought it would be a good time to stop and do a market update.

Recent reports written and published focus a great deal on statistics, which are important, but also can be a bit dry. So let’s focus instead on the outcomes behind all the numbers. That is not to say that the average price for a condominium last year being in the low three hundred thousand dollar range is not interesting, but it is only one piece of the puzzle in our current market.

Our current market in Puerto Vallarta has approx.. one hundred and eighty-five homes currently listed for sale, keeping in mind around 30 of these are either at the very top range over one million or are smaller fixer upper type properties in areas that primarily appeal to long-term expats and locals. If you broaden the search to the entire bay the number of the home goes up to just under four hundred and fifty. However, given so many buyers are focusing in on small subregions for their purchase it is no wonder we are seeing a much more competitive market than in the past five to seven years.

So, what does the market look like in the most popular areas of the Vallarta? You may be surprised to know that in areas most popular with foreign buyers like Emiliano Zapata there are only around ten homes on the market. The number climbs to around thirty-five when you take in all of the central areas of town up to the stadium.

However, the reality is that the price point on the majority of these properties is well above the budget

that many clients arrive in town expecting to pay.

What does all this say about our market? In my personal experience I can tell you that buyers are arriving in great numbers with a similar story. They are planning to retire in approximately two years and have either been coming to Vallarta for many years or have been reading about Vallarta and the value it offers. Several wellknown publications have recently listed Vallarta as one of the top destinations to invest in and people have taken notice. These buyers have been planning, have cash in hand and are ready to offer on a property once they see the right fit for them.

Our other type of buyer is currently exploring the market and what they will be able to secure.

Interestingly we are showing a broader range of areas to these buyers as they are less focused on just the central areas and beachfront or ocean view properties.

Vallarta offers people a level of comfort that many tropical destinations simply can not compete with, both due to our infrastructure as well as the physical area.

The beauty of the area combined with amenities for living that people need on a day to day

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basis, shopping, movies, entertainment and of course dining are all within a few hours of most peoples families back in the USA or Canada.

When you combine this with many options for new and resale condominium steps away from all of the amenities, you create a market that after many years of moderate growth has exploded into what we now see today. Prices are rising, and the average sale price is much closer to the listing prices as agents and clients are working together to offer properties at comparable market values.

I know that for many people all the new development and building is distressing, to say the least, the noise, dust and just the change of the overall look and feel of the city is not welcome by all. However many of the buyers we are currently working with a plan to spend the majority of the year in Vallarta and this combined with their love for the city they are moving to is sure to bring a new vibrancy to the area. The amenities that everyone loves so much need clients to stay in business year round and this changing market is creating that here in Vallarta.

For more detailed statistics on the market, please reach out to myself or any member of AMPI our local and national real estate association and they will be pleased to share with you our full market report. The numbers can be a bit confusing, so it is best to set up a meeting, and your realtor can walk you what the numbers mean to you as a buyer.

In today’s market, it is important to be informed, and the best way to do that is to work with an AMPI members office and agents to help guide you and ensure your purchase is the perfect fit for your short and long-term goals.

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POINTS OF INTEREST 9. 5 DE DEC. CEMETARY 16. HIDALGO PARK 1. TURTLE RESCUE CAMP 10. MIRADOR CERRO DE LA CRUZ 17. THREE HENS MARKET 2. WHALE OF A TALE HOLE 11. MALECON 18. MARSOL MARKET 3. PLAYA ESCONDIDO 9. BRIDGE 5 DE DEC. CEMETARY HIDALGO PARK MARKET 12. VIRGIN DE LA GUADALUPE16.

CHURCH 19. MUNICIPAL 4. KISSING 13. LOS EMILIANO ZAPATA MARKET 5. EL CORA SANCTUARY 10.CROCODILE MIRADOR CERRO DE LA ARCOS CRUZAMPITHEATRE17. THREE20.HENS MARKET 14. ISLA CUALE 21. CUALE CULTRAL CENTER 6. PUERTO VALLARTA SIGN 11. MALECON 18.

MARSOL MARKET 15. LAZARO CARDENAS PARK 22. 5 DE DEC MARKET 7. ESTERO EL SALADO 12.PLAZA VIRGIN DE LA GUADALUPE CHURCH 19. MUNICIPAL MARKET 15. OLAS ALTAS FARMERS MARKET 23. HUANACAXLE MERCADO 8. PITILLAL

ORA CROCODILE SANCTUARY RTO VALLARTA SIGN RO EL SALADO LAL PLAZA

13. LOS ARCOS AMPITHEATRE 14. ISLA CUALE 15. LAZARO CARDENAS PARK 15. OLAS ALTAS FARMERS MARKET

20. EMILIANO ZAPATA MARKET 21. CUALE CULTRAL CENTER 22. 5 DE DEC MARKET 23. HUANACAXLE MERCADO

24. FOREVER SPRING MARKET 25. BUCERIAS ARTWALK 26. RIVIERA FARMERS MARKET 27.24.

MARINA ARTISAN SPRING MARKET MARKET FOREVER 28.25.

MOVIE + PICNIC ARTWALK BUCERIAS 29. RED CROSS 26. RIVIERA FARMERS MARKET 30. LOS ARCOS NATIONAL PARK

27. MARINA ARTISAN MARKET 28. MOVIE + PICNIC 29. RED CROSS 30. LOS ARCOS NATIONAL PARK

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his wonderfully spacious and private Colonial Style Villa features a lovely indoor swimming pool and enormous shaded rear terrace and entertainment area. The serene and elegant living room open to the spectacular outdoor terrace and fantastic entertainment area surrounded by tropical gardens. Upstairs are three spacious and restful bedrooms suites overlooking the gardens; the master featuring beamed vaulted ceilings. Another small bedroom

is plus seating area and large artist workshop could also be easily converted to additional bedrooms or offices. Some other features of this lovely and spacious property include: Lighted niches, arched entryways, spiral staircase and air conditioning. Just one block from a main thoroughfare and zoned for residential or commercial use, this home is a true tropical oasis in the heart of the city! https://www.boardwalkrealtypv. com/properties/villa-colorida/

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Elements Realty Group Combines Community and Technology to Help You Find Your Home in Mexico!

Voted 2018’s “Best Real Estate Brokerage in Banderas Bay North,” in the Tribune’s Reader’s Choice Awards, Elements Realty Group has been uniting buyers with their dream homes for over a decade

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lements Realty Group was founded by John and Christie Forget in 2007. For eleven years they have been fine-tuning the “elements” necessary to deliver top-notch real estate services in Mexico.

Embarking on a new adventure, the husband and wife team were welcomed to Bucerias with their four young children. A move from Canada across country fifteen years ago in their van, possessions in tow, with a dream of a place they had never been before, but would soon call home. The amazing experiences that awaited this family painted the canvas of a lifetime only Mexico could offer.

Today, they are expecting their first grandchild by their eldest son and his wife, pastors at a local church.

They have a daughter who is a Red Seal Chef; their youngest daughter is studying to be a veterinarian, and the youngest son is a journeyman plumber.

Before leaving Canada, John got his real estate license with the vision of creating a new kind of realty experience in Mexico.

He wanted to provide the level of expertise foreigners had come to expect. So far, they’ve helped hundreds of people buy and sell homes in a secure and comprehensive way.

What are the essential ingredients to their success? For starters, bringing a sense of community to their work. Elements Realty Group takes their international clientele, multilingual agents, and helpful administrative staff and welcomes them into their expansive family.

Establishing community through their faith, enacting their values with extensive charity work in the area, and running an honest real estate business proved a solid foundation for Elements… add to that their incredible legal and accounting team, who has helped countless buyers save tens of thousands of dollars on fees and capital gains, and they’ve found the perfect recipe for success.

Elements Realty Group has always been technology-forward.

While Mexico was still analog, Elements was introducing innovative digital real estate tools.

Elements is the first real estate

“Because of our caring community, we’ve enjoyed living out our greatest adventure.

It’s an honor to help others take the leap into living theirs.” company in the area to provide quality HDR imagery. They are also the first to use 360° HD photography and employ drones to capture stunning aerial footage.

Last year they became the first real estate company to use Matterport 3D cameras. Their visitors can now experience a property in 3D and virtual reality (VR). Using any Internet-connected device, international buyers can now tour homes from the comfort of their own living rooms. With the 2018-2019 season shaping up to be their best yet, Elements has already sold multiple properties this year “sight-unseen.”

As liberating as their digital office was, they noticed a disconnect. They wanted to continue serving their growing online clientele while building the face-to-face

local community they were known for. They also saw the need to introduce clients to such cutting-edge 3D technology directly. In response, Elements is thrilled to announce the opening of their new state-ofthe-art office in Bucerias. Thanks to the support of local residents and their winning strategy of building community while introducing innovative technology, Elements is here to push the real estate landscape into the future.

They will be the first real estate company in the Bay to power their offices with solar energy. Elements is adding yet another “element” of technology to improve the community.

Visit Element Realty Group’s new office in Bucerias Centro. It boasts beautiful spaces to sit and

enjoy a cappuccino on a shady bench and relax. Elements Realty Group is setting the bar high for the 2018-2019 season. John and Christie envision expanding their community through recurring events like “VR Happy Hours.”

Folks can connect, have a glass of wine or a beer, and “see fifteen properties in about fifteen minutes,” while Elements continues to pioneer technological advances in Mexico and make real estate so accessible!

Stop by the office and take a virtual tour of some properties.

Grab a copy of their new Bucerias Map. (Even the local fire and police services use them!) Begin your next adventure today. If you’re buying or selling anywhere in the Bay, look no further. With over a decade of satis-

fied customers, Elements is your best choice.

Their entire staff wishes to extend a warm thank you to all the Vallarta Tribune readers who voted them #1 Brokerage in the North Bay. That was even before opening their fancy new office! John and Christie are enormously grateful to the clients who’ve entrusted them with their real estate needs for a solid decade. To all who consider Elements Realty Group family, thank you! Elements continues to look to the future as they imagine the next ten years and all that it will bring. As John so poignantly summed up, “Because of our caring community, we’ve enjoyed living out our greatest adventure.

It’s an honor to help others take the leap into living theirs.”

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Ask a Realtor

tions must be made before a notary public in order to be valid. If the document is not notarized by a Mexican notary public it is not legal!

You should think of the Notario Publico here along the same lines as a Judge in the United States.

As part of the closing process, the Notario Publico will verify the following official documents, which are required by law for any transfer: A no-lien certificate from the public property registry, based on a complete title search; A statement from the treasury or municipality regarding property assessments, water bills and other pertinent taxes that might be due; An appraisal of the property for tax purposes. The Notario Publico is also authorized to calculate and collect any Capital Gains taxes generated by the sale.

The Notario will also issue an electronic invoice after the sale.

Although this may look like “gobbledegook” to you, this electronic file is a VERY important document; it is used to verify your purchase

price and set a basis for your capital gain tax should you ever sell your property. Any sales since January 2014 are required to have this invoice or CFDI; otherwise your basis will be zero. So if you purchased a property since 2014 and do not have this electronic invoice, call your Notario now, request it and keep it in a safe place! The Notario Publico also is in charge of registering your new deed with the public registry, and issuing a preventative notice of the sale with the Registry.

Customarily, the Notario fee is paid by the buyer of a property as part of their closing costs. It is important to remember that the Notario Publico is an independent third party to your transaction. He will not be able to advise you on details in your contract such as: price, location, financing, and terms of sale. For that reason, I hope you have already sought the advice and counsel of an AMPI Realtor, who can act as your advocate.

Many AMPI Realtors have formed strategic alliances with a Notario Publico liaison. These bilingual attorneys can assist with many of the above tasks at no additional expense to the buyer.

Best of all, they live or die by the concept of “Customer Service”, making them an invaluable part of your closing process! Thanks to Jessica Riedesser at Riedesser y Asociados for help with this answer.

your instructions. The property is NOT an asset of the bank, it is your asset. As Beneficiary, you have the same rights, use and enjoyment as a Mexican National, and can sell or rent your property without restriction, and keep the proceeds. You may also transfer your rights to a third party or pass it on to named heirs. The bank charges the person desiring the Fideicomiso an initial fee of approximately $500 USD for signing the agreement and establishing the Trust and a yearly fee of approximately $464 USD for administering the trust. You are free to choose which bank you prefer to hold your bank trust. Your local AMPI Realtor will be able to coordinate all the paperwork involved in

this process. You will just need to provide photo identification, and fill out a very basic bank form with your personal information and instructions on how you wish to hold the property and who you want to pass it to in the event of your death. I recommend using a bank that will lock in the administration fee, and has a local English speaking representative.

You can also request a clause be added to your trust allowing you to attend and vote at the Homeowners meetings without getting a proxy every year from the bank.

Some people complain about the trust process, but there are benefits: As part of the closing process, the bank’s attorneys review the deed and are able to sign on your behalf.

It is always nice to have another set of trained eyes review your deed before signature. Also, the trust separates the asset legally, much in the way a “living trust” does in the United States. Finally, in the event of the death of the buyer (beneficiary), the property automatically reverts to the substitute beneficiaries, avoiding lengthy and costly probate procedures.

Michael Green, Boardwalk Realty Michael@boardwalkrealtypv.com

Michael Green is the Broker of Boardwalk Realty. Active in local and national Real Estate boards; published author and acknowledged expert on Puerto Vallarta Real Estate, Mike moved here in 1997 to take advantage of the unsurpassed lifestyle PV offers. E mail Mike at: Michael@ boardwalkrealtypv.com

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: I just bought a condo in Nuevo Vallarta and the seller says we need to go to a Notary public. Why is this? We already have a signed contract of sale; does this have to be notarized?

John R. New York A: There are profound differences between a Notary public in the US and the Notario Publico in Mexico. In the US, the public Notary might be a bank clerk, secretary at the office, or practice any other occupation. In Mexico, the Notario Publico must have a law degree, verifiable experience, pass a rigorous exam and is appointed for a lifetime term by the governor of the state.

Typically there is a Notario Publico for approximately every 30,000 in population. In Mexico, all legal documents, such as deeds, wills, powers of attorney, constitution of corporations, establishment of trusts and other legal transac-

Fideiocomiso

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: Can a USA or Canadian citizen own real estate in Puerto Vallarta? Peter H.

Seattle A: Hi Peter, you sure can, by placing the property in a bank trust, or “Fideicomiso”. Title of the property is transferred to a trust with a Mexican bank acting as Trustee.

The Trust Agreement is formalized by the issuance of a permit from the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

There are three parties to the trust: The seller of the property is the Trustor, the bank is the Trustee (Fiduciario), and the buyer is the Beneficiary (Fideicomisario.) The buyer is designated as Beneficiary in the Trust and the beneficiary rights are recorded in the public record by a Notary Public. The Trust is currently for a term of 50 years and can be renewed for additional 50 year terms. Many people have the mistaken belief that the trust is similar to renting, or a lease, this is NOT the case! The bank holds the property in trust and follows

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Welcome Home

Sheryl Novak

sa.novak@solutionsmexico.com

Sheryl Novak is an expat Canadian who has owned a home in Mexico for over ten years. She is the owner of SOLutions Mexico and The Furniture Store by SOLutions Mexico. She is an expert on sourcing all styles of furniture for all sizes of budgets, in Mexico.

Easily furnish your home in Riviera Nayarit

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ears ago, there were not a lot of options here when it came to furniture and décor stores.

Luckily, you no longer need to drive the four or five hours each way to Guadalajara, nor try to navigate the traffic on the four-lane roads in Mexico’s second largest city.

For those who want to leave the job to others, Riviera Nayarit offers a plethora of interior designers.

Interior designers generally charge a flat rate for their design consulting services. There is also a mark

up added to items you purchase through them. This option appeals mostly to discerning clients and those who have little time. Interior designers own many of the furniture specialty shops in the bay. In addition to having someone with a design eye create your look, they also coordinate shipping and delivery.

Department stores here now offer some furniture and décor.

Their offerings gear more towards the styles and budgets of Mexican

buyers – either higher end European ultra-modern or low priced ultra-basic.

Ultra-basic pieces are focused on price point, not on comfort or quality of manufacture or materials. Although the prices are low, you will most likely need to replace it in short order. If purchasing higher end European styled items, wait for semi-annual sales to get the best price. Department stores coordinate shipping and delivery often free of charge.

Big box stores are a great place to get your household goods such as linens, kitchenware, small appliances, and electronics. Most of their furniture is made from lower quality materials and processes.

Fake leather (tacto piel) sofas, low-grade particle board dining sets, and PVC outdoor furniture do not last in this climate. They will need to be replaced within one to two seasons. Most stores have on-site delivery companies with reasonable prices.

Carpenters offer the do-it-yourself option for furnishing your home. For some, it can be a great experience. For others, it is frustrating especially when they need to chase to get updates and the work completed. Provide them a detailed drawing along with precise measurements. The most significant downside is you may not get what you envision. The upside is you could end up with a one-of-akind piece. Always get recommendations and referrals for carpenters.

Be cautious of side-of-the-road carpenters who use pine wood and old car oil to stain it. Most carpenters deliver right to your home.

Online furniture stores are the newest option available. The easiest way to shop, you can buy from the comfort of your home north of the border and have everything delivered before you set foot in Mexico. The downside is you may not be able to try out or see your items before you order them. Some online stores are setting up show stores where you can see sample pieces, covers, and finishes. Make sure the company offers a good return policy and check for referrals and references from previous customers. Online furniture stores handle shipping, generally to the ground floor of your condo or casa.

Today, there is a lot more to look at when it comes to furniture and the prices are pretty much the same as in Guadalajara. On behalf of all of the furniture retailers here, thank you for your support of local businesses.

For a map of furniture retailers or info on furniture tours, email me at furniture@solutionsmexico.com

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The Big Chalupa

Orlando Gotay, Tax Attorney 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 federal and state tax matters of U.S. expats in Mexico. He can be reached at tax@orlandogotay.com or Facebook: GotayTaxLawyer. This is just a most general outline, and is of course, informational only and not meant as legal advice.

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henever something major happens in life, the taxman is never far behind. Buying property is one of those “somethings”. It’s slightly more special when outside the U.S. Here’s a non-exclusive primer on some U.S. tax aspects you may wish to consider when purchasing a dwelling for your use in Mexico.

If you rely on Home Equity Loans or second mortgages to fund Mexico home purchases, know the new tax law curtailed deductibility of those. But the IRS clarifies the law: independent of what the loan is called, it could be deductible if used to buy, build or substantially improve the taxpayer’s home securing the loan. If your Mexico home is not loan security, the interest is not deductible.

Mexican mortgages: your interest could be deductible. We just lost the foreign property tax “predial” personal deduction for individuals.

Now, predial is only deductible if the property is used for a business or for the production of income-- rent.

Those who purchase and later rent out must depreciate (it’s an allowance for wear and tear) the property and take annual deductions for it (later “paying it back” when the property is sold). The new law changed the time period for foreign residential property from 40

to 30 years, leading to higher deductions. Don’t forget to depreciate if you must.

Documenting your purchase price is a critical. U.S. taxes are paid in dollars; make sure you document the Peso exchange rate.

As back home, improvements call for an adjustment of “basis” in the property. It should be documented during the life of the property. You would be amazed at how many people try to reconstruct these numbers, years after the fact.

Did you inherit the property instead of buying it? Get it appraised. You may need to report the inheritance if it came from a non-U.S. person. It may not be taxable, but reportable.

If your Mexico property meets the test as your “principal residence” the federal gain on its eventual sale can be excluded from your tax, just like a U.S. home. The same limits and rules apply.

If you are wiring money from the U.S. to buy, remember Foreign Bank Account Reports.

And do yourself a huge favor: unless you have a really, really, very good reason, stay away from setting up foreign corporations to hold real estate. A well-structured fideicomiso (land trust) would be a far better way to go.

Now, welcome! Enjoy your Chalupa!

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‘Greater Tuna’ Reprised, Juan Gabriel Remembered and ‘Dinner and a Movie’ series at Incanto V enerable hit stage comedy ‘Greater Tuna’, starring Ron Spencer and Tracy Parks, returns on Wednesdays at 8pm by popular demand to Incanto located at Insurgentes 109 (at the Rio Cuale). The humorous story of a small Texas town, chock full of eccentric characters played by just two actors who manage 42 costume changes during the show.

Gypsy Rumba plays traditional and original Flamenco, Gypsy and Latin rhythms with their full band on Sundays at 8pm in the main theater.

They will also present a tribute to The Gipsy Kings on select Sundays starting May 6 at 8pm.Paco Ojeda presents his ‘Dinner and a Movie’ series on Tuesdays at 7pm. He will give a brief overview of the films which will be presented in English with Spanish subtitles when available, and shown on Incanto’s new giant movie screen. Dine in air-conditioned comfort with a special menu to be served during the films.

Visit their website incantovallarta. com for details.

Media Luna presents an evening of high-energy, passionate Flamenco, Rock and Huapango music. Special guest musicians will join on April 27 at 8pm in the main theater. Performances to resume this summer (see calendar online).

Vocalist Luis Villanueva presents a tribute show to Mexican singer/ entertainer Juan Gabriel, accompanied by Music Director Fernando Uribe at the piano with other musicians on May 3 at 8pm. Weekly shows begin on Thursdays at 8pm starting May 24. Opera soprano Vanessa Amaro stars in ‘The Beautiful Voice’ accompanied by

renowned pianist/composer David Troy Francis May 10 & 17 at 7pm.

In the piano bar -

Tongo plays Latin/Cuban rhythms on his handmade flutes/drums on Tuesdays at 7:30pm. Also select mornings starting at 10am on the riverside terrace. Joby Hernandez plays pop/rock favorites in English and Spanish on guitar Wednesdays at 5pm. Also select mornings starting at 10am on the riverside terrace.

The Red Suitcases play Classic Rock/Pop covers in English and Spanish Sundays and Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Singer-songwriter Zoe Wood and Eduardo Leon (Piel Canela) play Nuevo Flamenco and Latin standards featuring originals and covers on Thursdays at 5pm.

Open Mic is on Thursdays at 7:30pm. Sing, dance, play an instrument. The stage is yours. Arrive early to sign up. ‘The Joanie Show’

starring Joan Houston and Bob Bruneau present the American songbook Fridays at 5pm. Great music and lots of laughs.

Bingo with Pearl is on Saturdays at 4pm. Drink specials, gift certificates and cash prizes. Special guests include Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones. Moruno plays acoustic Mediterranean, Arabic, Flamenco music on Saturdays at 7pm.

Cheko Ruiz and Alex Gonzalez present Latin/Flamenco covers in the piano bar on Saturdays at 9:30pm. Pianist Dennis Crow plays standards and showtunes Sundays at 5pm & 10pm, Tuesdays at 5pm, Wednesdays at 10pm, and Fridays at 7pm with singer Luis Villanueva through April.

Salsa dancing/lessons is on Wednesdays & Sundays at 8pm on the outdoor upper terrace. Friendly, supportive group. Newcomers welcome.

ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT...PABLO

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ablo is a survivor! He had been beaten badly when we found him resulting in his inability to use his back legs. But Pablo is happy to be alive and gets around great with his wheels and has learned how to run and play with all the other dogs. It is just amazing to see the resiliency of dogs and Pablo is a great example. He is just so sweet and lovable, forgiving or forgetting his mistreatment by other humans. Pablo is about five years old and a Labrador mix weighing a bit over 37 pounds. He has a

medium energy level and gets along well with other dogs he meets. He’s not a fan of felines, however. We think Pablo would be a good family dog as he loves his cuddles and any attention from his humans. He

has been neutered, dewormed and vaccinated and is now ready to find his forever home. If you would love to adopt this incredibly sweet boy, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com for an application to adopt him.

Greater Tuna Welcomes Ron Spencer Ron Spencer joins Incanto’s owner Tracy Parks who will star in the reprise of the hit comedy ‘Greater Tuna’. Having experienced unparalleled success in past seasons in Puerto Vallarta and San Miguel de Allende, this first in a series of comedic plays written by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard is based upon the small fictional town of Tuna, Texas, a rural, smallminded hamlet chock full of eclectic characters who charm their way into the hearts of audiences.

With over twenty characters played by just two actors with forty-two costume changes, it’s a wild, fun ride full of side-splitting comedy. Now back by popular demand for a limited run on Wednesdays at 8pm starting April 25th. Incanto is located at Insurgentes 109 (at the Rio Cuale).

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Vibes & Vices: Zapata Antojeria y Bar AJ Freeman

cosmiccapt@gmail.com

AJ Freeman is an adventurous spirit, serial friendmaker, and general enthusiast. He lives his everyday life hoping to demonstrate the nearly infinite potential for discovery and wonder on this small wet rock orbiting a dim yellow star in the backwoods of the Milky Way.

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miliano Zapata could be considered a true champion of the people, revered in Mexico for his legacy as a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution. I can think of few more fitting honors for a man of his stature and contributions than becoming the namesake for a bar, that time-honored community meeting place of an inherently egalitarian nature, and so when this new bar popped up right next to a popular pizza place a while back, I felt compelled to investigate.

The Vibes: I stumbled into Zapata for the first time on an idle afternoon about a year ago, when enthusiastic commotion indicated the presence of a good time in the area. Walking inside, white-and-red striped soccer jer--um, football shirts dominated the interior, and my limited knowledge of the sport identified them as the colors of Chivas, Jalisco’s most popular side and reigning Mexican champs.

I was born in the United States, where “The Beautiful Game” and

video game tournaments have about the same profile, but if I was going to assimilate myself into my new home I would certainly have to show respect to the local customs.

I parked myself in one of the few empty chairs and became part of the atmosphere, cheering on cue and picking up a few new Spanish words to not use in polite company.

The healthy selection of beer on site included a range of craft selections usually only spotted at the local Costco along with a few brews from the area like the lineup from the El Terrible Brewing Co...clearly, this was a spot worth keeping on file.

The Vices: Now, a sports bar is an excellent establishment to have around, but some of you may know it’s not exactly the only one in town.

However, it is, to my knowledge, the only one with live salsa and Latin jazz music on the weekends, and it is for this purpose that I made my return some months later.

The atmosphere was completely different this time around. Lively

Come help us celebrate our Grand Opening!

The healthy selection of beer on site included a range of craft selections usually only spotted at the local Costco along with a few brews from the area like the lineup from the El Terrible Brewing Co...clearly, this was a spot worth keeping on file. horns and drums filled the room with kinetic energy, and couples stepped, spun, and smiled to the beat. Groups of friends surrounding drink-filled tables kept their phones in their pockets for minutes at a time, punctuating rounds of laughter with the satisfying “clink” of gleeful glass.

This is also what a good time

looks like.

After a dance or two with a borrowed partner, I decided that if I was going to keep sucking down clay pots of cantarito at a 2 for 1 pace, I should probably anchor myself with a good, hearty meal in this self-proclaimed “snackery.”

Glancing at the menu, the choice in

this scenario was clear.

The burrito is not a traditionally Mexican dish. I know this. I understand this. My tremendous respect for the rich culture of this fine nation notwithstanding, I don’t give four flying letters. It was delicious, it contained half a chicken, and I’m not aplogizing for it, so there.

The Verdict: Zapata, stationed on the ever-popular Lazaro Cardenas in the colonia of the city that also bears the name of the revolutionary hero, comes alive for special events and celebrations of life. Of course, there’s pretty much always some excuse to appreciate our delightful existence on this most unlikely blue marble, and so Zapata is more often than not a fine place to find yourself.

Maybe I’ll catch you there.

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May 5th • 11am - 2pm

English Service and Communion

Prizes for everyone!

Free food, drinks, prizes for all!

Sundays 10 A.M.

GRAND OPENING New Auto Mechanic Shop in 5 de Deciembre

in the Anglican ~ Episcopal Tradition

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322-120-5322 649 Brasillia, a block from the cemetery

Plaza Genovesa ~ Center Courtyard Palapa Avenue Francisco Medina Ascensio 2015 christchurchbythesea.org ~ mypvchurch@gmail.com

FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE ALTRUISMO

INTERNATIONAL ALTRUISM FESTIVAL de Vallarta por Vallarta

Gastronomic Festival of the Best Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit • Andales Restaurant • Barcelona Tapas • Buonissimo Gelato • Café des Artistes • Café Gourmet

SUNDAY, MAY 6 6:00 Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

TICKETS:

Include food, drinks and entertainment 100% of monies collected go to 20 charity organizations

• Champions Sport Bar

by Marriott • Charme Repostería • Chilito Mio

$400 pesos at the Sunday La Cruz Market

• El Dorado

$420 pesos online www.amigoslacruz.org $500 pesos at the door

• Kaiser Maximilian

& Lucy’s CuCu Cabana 295 Basilio Badillo 322 222 1220

For more information visit us at the Amigos de la Cruz table at the Sunday La Cruz Market

With the support of:

• Ceviche & Tequila Bar

by Marriott

AMIGOS

DE LA CRUZ

O’Rourke Investments & Insurance, Toldos Chalita, Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, Fundación Punta de Mita A.C.

• Gaby’s • La Palapa • Mauricio’s • Mikado by Marriott • Pie in the Sky • Porto Bello • River Café • Starbucks • Tequila Mama Lucia • Tuna Blanca • Vista Grill • and many more!

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Medical Cannabis Mini-Conference Comes to Puerto Vallarta Samara Alpern,

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annabiSalud, Latin America’s symposium on medical cannabis, will present a free mini-conference, “Cannabis: History, Uses, and Benefits,” in Puerto Vallarta on Thursday, April 26th.

Presenters include local neuropsychologist Maureen Priestley, Director of Pasos Adelante Puerto Vallarta, and Lorena Beltran, entrepreneur and director of CannabiSalud. The Puerto Vallarta mini-conference will take place at the Centro Universitario de la Costa at 6:30pm. The event is directed in particular at medical professionals, but the general public is also invited to attend.

“CannabiSalud intends to educate and support medical personnel who see themselves as trapped between patients demanding cannabis-based treatments and ignorance about where to begin,” says Beltran, the principal force behind CannabiSalud, the first event of its kind in Latin America.

CannabiSalud’s historic inaugural symposium took place last year in Guadalajara, featuring scientists and industry leaders from around the world, including Israel, United States, Brazil, Spain, and Colombia. The next CannabiSalud symposium is scheduled to take place this year with an equally impressive list of speakers in Mexico City on June 8th and 9th in Expo Reforma.

Maureen “Mimi” Priestley is the director of Pasos Adelante Puerto Vallarta, a clinic dedicated to the

treatment of autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy, and other conditions.

A speaker at the first CannabiSalud symposium, she is the author of 22 books and a frequent lecturer at conferences around the world.

Recently, she has begun to focus on medicinal cannabis. Priestley says “medical professionals need to come out of the cannabis closet.”

Currently, cannabis is in legal limbo in Mexico. In April 2017, almost exactly a year ago to the day, Mexico authorized reforms to the General Health Laws and Federal Penal Code that essentially ended cannabis prohibition at a federal level. However, COFEPRIS, Mexico’s government health organization, has failed to issue any rules regarding the new legislation, so critical legal details remain unclear.

“In Mexico we are still waiting on COFEPRIS to issue its regulations,” says Beltran. “Nevertheless, the cannabis movement and the demand for treatments continues to grow. People are confused and think commercial business is now legal, buying products that often are of inferior quality for consumption.

A variety of problems are emerging due to COFEPRIS’ foot-dragging that will be difficult to control later.”

While governmental agencies continue to dawdle, the movement for cannabis medicine marches forward, and CannabiSalud is leading the way. For more information, visit CannabiSalud.com.

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Golf Kitchen Punta Mita Offers Exclusive Package For Local Residents

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INE, Punta Mita’s master developer, along with the Riviera Nayarit Convention & Visitors Bureau, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort and Golf Kitchen Magazine are pleased to announce the Inaugural Golf Kitchen, to be held April 26-29, 2018, in Punta Mita. This unique event will feature a collection of special guest chefs from some of the most prestigious golf clubs in USA, Mexico and South America, as well as a two-day golf tournament on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses, Bahia and Pacifico, recently ranked among Golf Digest’s “Top 100 World’s Greatest Courses.” Banderas Bay residents can take advantage of an exclusive locals’ promotion to participate in the golf tournament on these spectacular, world-class golf courses, and enjoy some exciting culinary experiences during the event. The promotional package is priced at

$490 USD per person with a 15% service fee and includes: Day 1 of the Golf Kitchen Punta Mita Cup | 8:30 a.m. | Bahía Course Golf Lunch | Garden of the Punta Mita Golf Club Showcasing signature dishes by guest chefs, Eva Millan and Chrissie Bennet and the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita culinary team.

Day 2 of the Golf Kitchen Punta Mita Cup | 8:30 a.m. | Pacífico Course Golf Lunch | Casual setting overlooking the 18th hole at Pacífico Guest Chefs Eva Millan &

Chrissie Bennett will prepare a luncheon in conjunction with Four Seasons Resort talented chefs Esther Sánchez and Héctor Leyva.

Enjoy the warm ocean breeze and view of the Pacific as fellow competitors complete their rounds to update the scoreboard, as Day 2 of the Golf Kitchen Punta Mita Cup concludes and the winners of each category and challenge from the event are celebrated.

For further information, visit http://golfkitchenpuntamita.com/; for reservations please contact events@puntamita.com.

SPCA of Puerto Vallarta

By Janice Gonzalez

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t was a bit slow Saturday at the Olas Altas Farmers Market.

Looks like most of the snowbirds have returned home for the summer. But we still have some friends in town and want to send a shout out to Wally Hayes who dropped off a donation of about 100 collars in varying sizes. You rock Wally!

The last market will be Saturday, April 28. Stop by and say hello or goodbye! And, April 26 will be the last date we can be found at the Marina Art & Market.

A reminder to everyone that schedules have changed for visits to our sanctuary. At this time of the

year we lose our volunteer drivers and tour guides who return to their homes out of country for the low season.

Consequently, Thursday April 26 will be the final regularly scheduled tour out to the sanctuary.

After that date, special arrangements will be necessary. Contact us at spcapv@gmail.com.

To see our animals available for adoption, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/spcapv.

There are photos and also individual albums of our rescues as well as a bit of their history. Please be aware that our adoption fee within Mexico is $2,000 pesos. Contact

us at spcapv@gmail.com to obtain an adoption application.

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 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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The Bucerias Beat

Busing Banderas Bay

By Kiri Westby

Bruce Howells

Kiri Westby is an international activist and a writer, whose unique blogs have been featured on HuffPost and Good Morning America, and translated into multiple languages. Kiri is a mother of two and a practicing Buddhist, who was born in Boulder, Colorado, but has lived all over the globe. She recently relocated with her family to Bucerias. Nayarit.

Bruce is a retired Canadian, who along with his wife Velma, took a “mulligan” on life and escaped the cold of Canada and settled in the Vallarta area. Fulfilling a retirement dream of not driving anymore, Bruce will use public transportation to tour the bay and tell his tales here. Tips and itineraries welcome.

Email: busbanderasbay@gmail.com

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For The Love of Horses

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exico has had a long love affair with horses, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down with the times. This week my daughter Maya, along with her team from Ecuestre Bucerias, had the honor of representing our small town on the national level, at the Western Riding Circuit Equestrian Competition. At age seven, she began training in equitation just six months ago—primarily to improve her focus and confidence—so I am deeply impressed and a bit wide-eyed at how quickly she has “jumped” into the sport.

In the mid-sixteenth century, Spanish Conquistador Hernando Cortez brought sixteen horses across the ocean to Mexico. It is said that most of the Mexican horses alive today are descendants of this original crew, which were bred widely to establish elaborate haciendas and profitable farms. For the first hundred years of the Spanish occupation, it was punishable by death for a native Mexican to ride a horse. However, by the mid-seventeenth century, Spain was forced to grant the first “horseback riding permits” to indigenous Mexican laborers, as their expanding farms required arduous horseback work. They issued such permits on one condition, Mexicans were forbidden to dress like Conquistadors, nor ride on Spanish saddles.

Thus was born a unique and purely Mexican style of attire, tackle, and horsemanship, or the Charrería, with its quintessential Charros, who would go on to become national

heroes in the Mexican War Of Independence from Spain, two hundred years later. By the turn of the twentieth century, Mexico saw the introduction of Equitation and Hunter/ Jumper competitions, officially joining the International Equestrian Federation in 1938. The revolutionary spirit of the Charros infused with the refinement of European jumping made for a fierce combination, and today La Federacion Ecuestre Mexicana holds more than 120 official competitions annually throughout Mexico.

One such competition took place this past weekend in La Hípica, a stunning horse club outside of Guadalajara. Arriving at their impressive grounds, my daughter’s eyes widened to the size of saucers, as she finally admitted she was nervous (while I was on pins and needles and could hardly sit down!). Our team from Ecuestre Bucerias had eleven riders compete, from age five to adult, and while we may have arrived as underdogs, we left as champions, with several top finishes on all levels of the competition.

In fact, other teams in Guadalajara were talking about the incredible

riding coming out of Bucerias! That reputation is due in large part to head coach Amandine Porte, who began riding at the age of eight in her native France and founded Ecuestre Bucerias in 2012, putting our small coastal town on the national equestrian map.

I asked Amandine about the benefits of horseback riding, her approach to coaching and raising the level of equestrian performance coming out of the Bay of Banderas. “It’s widely known that there are multiple therapeutic benefits from riding and caring for horses, and everything we do here is because of these magnificent animals, which deserve the utmost care and respect. As for competitions, I credit our recent national success to the sense of family and fun we instill in our training. Everyone who trains with us, and travels with us, becomes part of our family. Often parents arrive at Ecuestre Bucerias with a young child who wants to learn to ride, and within a short time, the entire family is riding too.” That sense of extended hospitality is what drew us in too. When we signed Maya up for riding lessons last fall, we had no idea we would soon be traveling the country with a team of horse lovers and a slew of new friends.

Much to our complete surprise, Maya took first place in her age and beginner class this past weekend, and the smile on her face afterward— and long into the night—was priceless; all her hard work had paid off.

She also finished last place in the next level of competition, giving her a clear picture of how much further she has to go. What more could a parent want from such a rich experience?

As we celebrated the wins and valuable losses with our team later that evening, the Mariachi-belting, tequila-swilling culture of the Charrería infected us all. I had the realization that it was, in part, the love of horses that made Mexico the proud country it is today…and it’s the love of horses that will keep Mexico moving towards a brilliant future.

For more information on joining the Ecuestre Bucerias family, check out their website at www.ecuestrebucerias.com or www.facebook.com/ ecuestrebucerias

Destination: Paddling the Bay

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ecently I had the opportunity to reside in a beach house, so I purchased a couple of kayaks and went out several times a week up and down the coast between Bucerias and Destilerderas, discovering stunning scenery, secluded beaches, snorkelers and sore muscles.

I recall my first experience when I saw a fin protruding from the water.

After my initial “Is that a shark?” moment, I paddled towards it and hoped it was a dolphin. Over the next two years of kayaking, I saw dolphins on two other occasions plus schools of fish skimming the surface, birds dive bombing for food and a dead turtle.

With the numerous sightings of whales in the bay this past season, kayaking or SUPing provides an incredible opportunity to see marine life, amazing scenery, and sunrises.

(I have not bought into the sunrise aspect.)

In Bucerias, there are groups that meet for YOGA on their SUP as well as groups that go on full moon paddles. Find a place to rent kayaks and paddleboards, and a whole world of adventure awaits you, even at sunrise.

Except of course if I am out on the water, then you probably won’t see anything.

I did not venture out on the water this past season but listened to the adventures of several friends, and the excitement in their voices as they related encountering turtles, flying fish, whales and their calves, manta rays, stingrays, dolphins, octopus, pelicans and “skittery” fish that sound like rain as they skim the surface of the water.

Cocoa, the Chocolate Lab became Kayak Cocoa, as she progressed from being lifted into the kayak, with knees trembling, to relaxing/snoring and finally to walking on and off without getting wet.

Many of the sightings occurred near shore, you don’t need to paddle far to see nature at it’s finest, including an octopus staring up at you.

The awe in my friends’ voices as they described a whale and her calf circling their boards plus the excitement in describing the six-foot wingspan of a ray almost made me want to get up at/before sunrise.

Thanks, Gayle, Merv and Doug for sharing your adventures and photos in the waters off Bucerias and La Cruz.

I accompanied visiting family on a bus to Punta Mita for a two-hour whale watching trip with Tranquilo Surf. I stayed on shore with my son and reminded Stephanie to tip the captain after the trip. The smile on her face as she rushed towards us when they docked, looking for additional money to further reward the captain and crew (biologist/ photographer), told me all I needed to know about the success of their whale watching expedition. A bucket list moment for Steph, plus the photographer sent her some photos! Thanks, Stephanie and Hayley for sharing your encounters and photos of whale watching in the bay at Punta Mita. A stop at the La Cruz fish market on the way home for a kilo of jumbo shrimp and then a cab ride home from La Cruz was a great day utilizing public transportation in the bay and showing off our wonderful slice of paradise.

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Three Hens & A Rooster Market V. Carranza 466 Saturdays 9 to 1 Contact Pat Thunherst Wagner at ptwagner@comcast.net

ur Third Summer Market begins next week! The only change will be fewer vendors, which give us more social time with our clients.

Many of our great merchants have business to attend to north of the border; others are taking a well-deserved break. For us left here in Paradise, it is business, as usual, every Friday!

One of our most dedicated artists, gold/silversmith, David Ruesga and his wife Elizabeth, will continue to create beautiful jewelry just for you. If you have a ring that needs sizing, David can likely do it on the spot.

And, if you have something in mind you’ve not seen for sale before, talk to David –

he can make it for you. His prices are fair, and his display tables are like watching fireworks – explosions of sparkles everywhere.

Our Herbalist, Ricardo Mazcal will be keeping you healthy this summer. His hair products are helping many in Vallarta suffering from hair loss due to alopecia, certain fungus infections and mystery conditions that manifest themselves in hair loss. You have nothing to lose and hair to gain!

Stock up on all the different creations made of corn husks! The little dolls are adorable sitting in a Christmas tree!

The Marsol Friday Market by the Pier is open from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm year-round.

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Three Hens & A Rooster Market

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or our last Market day at our current location, Bill Kelly of Fabulous Fabric Fellows has agreed to walk around in very high heels for the duration; a vision you’re likely not to see again! A super opportunity for drag queens to spiff up

their wardrobes with Mr. Bill’s array of large size (really large) elegant and dangerously high heels.

Consider this your invitation to join us in a celebratory goodbye to our beautiful Market space made so by Head Hens Jeanine Frank

and her sister Barbara.

We’ve had a good long run, and our new locale over a couple of blocks at Encanto Restaurant on Aquiles Serdan will keep us high and dry over the summer. So we expect to see our regulars every week as usual.

Our artist’s galleries and the Boutiques downstairs will be having huge sales; the more we sell this Saturday, the less we have to move so come early and bring extra bags to fill! A wide variety of books; wine bags and throw pillows from Pat; great food by Jeanine, Barbara, and Gloria Sue, our Jewish Mama. Condiments by Barbara Peters (sublime pickled beets!), cakes and loaves by La Dulce Vida, Oaxaca-inspired salsas, sweet honey, organic Arabica coffee from Chiapas and Louisiana-style peanut brittle, bamboo-fiber scarves, jewelry, herbal extracts and so much more.

Help us celebrate! Three Hens & A Rooster Market is open from 9 am to 1 pm every Saturday year-round; this is our last week at Venustiano Carranza 466 in Old Town Vallarta.

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The opportunities continue to MAKE A DIFFERENCE in Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay Area March Activity Report “The Jay Sadler Project A.C.”

By Dennis Rike & Donna Wong

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n May 6th Marriott Resort and Fundación Punta de Mita will be hosting the 14th Annual International Festival of Altruism. This year The Jay Sadler Project will be 1 of 20 Non-Profits invited to participate along with 43 quality restaurants serving their specialty foods. The event starts at 6:00 pm and will end the evening with Zagal Fireworks. Entertainment will be provided throughout the event. Tickets are available at Carol’s Boutique (322-113-0073).

Calle Peru 1120 (near Leys Supermarket), 5 de Diciembre. Tickets are $400 pesos in advance and $500 pesos at the door. Wendy will be happy to provide you tickets.

San Juan Diego Asilo con Caldez – a senior living facility located in Colonia Lomas de San Nicolas has been completed. The volunteers from Hyatt Ziva Hotel and Julien Fruchier’s Yoga Group Retreats helped to complete the project which started December 12, 2017.

DIF, New Life Home for Boys in Colonia Coapinole started early March. Currently it is now in progress with plastering, painting, ceramic repairs, fans and installation of 70 light fixtures. Leading the electrical team is Jim Mawdesley, Jim Ranallo, Chancey Addison and Brett Thomas. The compound consists of 1 building with 3 offices, kitchen with mess hall, 4 dormitories, bodega for storage, game room, laundry, lounge with TV and classroom with computers.

Current on-going projects include Salvation Army facility, Vista Hermosa, San Vicente playground with the Navy League and Colonia Playa Grande playground painting, fence and playground repairs.

Jeff Dana’s Anglers Anonymous program is moving along to bring a few American/Canadian combat veterans to Puerto Vallarta on July 25th for fishing and recreation.

Housing and charter fishing boats have been donated to handle up to eight.

The Jay Sadler Project recently donated $5,000 pesos for the purchase of shirts in order to raise money for the July event. More details in May update.

A little background on one of our recent successes: Jardin de Ninos

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AFTER BEFORE Ignacio Lopez Rayon in Colonia Aramara was founded in 1977 and supports and gives assistance to children with different disabilities.

The children’s ages are 3, 4 and 5. This includes 38 boys and 29 girls with the following intellectual deficiency: Autism, TDHA, behavior problem and language. The school hours are 9am to 12 noon. There are children with down syndrome, blind and deaf. There are staff facility members with Psychology degrees in language and communication. There is also a support (tutor) teacher who attends once a week. The support teacher works with the teachers to help them work with the children with various disabilities.

One focus is to work with the children to help them with their classmates. They have music and physical education twice a week.

The Director, Raul Rodriquez Ramirez and Nancy Rodriguez of Clayton Hill Medical Services were responsible in contacting the Jay Sadler Project.

On the Day of Three Kings (January 8th) the Navy League distributed 5,000 toys in the community to various kindergartens.

More information can be obtained on volunteering by contacting Jim Mawdesley at (322) 156-6327 or jimmawdesley@gmail. com or www.jaysadlerproject.com.

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Alano Club of Puerto Vallarta to provide resources to keep you in touch with your recovery program while you are visiting Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding area RecoverPV.com Amigos De Bucerias - to help make Bucerias a better place to live, work and visit. Projects include community improvements, food drives and help for the needy.

AmigosDeBucerias.com Los Amigos de Jaltemba - several community efforts to improve and enhance the lives of the people who live in the Jaltemba Bay area. LosAmigosDeJaltemba. com Amigos de La Cruz de Huanacaxtle: Contributing to the quality of life in La Cruz through cultural, educational, environmental and charitable assistance programs.

Tax Deductible. www.amigosdelacruz.org American Legion Post 14: Raises resources and manpower to improve facilities needing building maintenance americanlegion14.org Amigos del Magisterio - Food delivery to workers at the PV dump, their families and schools in Magisterio and Volcanes. Also, food to New Beginnings, Pasitos de Luz. amigosdelmagisterio.com Asilo San Juan Diego Home for the Elderly - Housing and care facilities for senior citizens www.asilosanjuandiego.com.mx Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter - Safe shelter for women & children victims of domestic violence. compassionforthefamily. org Becas Vallarta, A.C. – Provides scholarships to high school and university students. Tax-deductible in Mexico and USA. becasvallarta. com CANICA - Centre for Children with Cancer. Provides aid for treatment and services including transportation to GDL. canicapv.org.mx Casa Hogar - A shelter for orphaned, abandoned, disadvantaged or vulnerable children. maximocornejo.org Cheryl’s Shoebox - increase the quality of education in disadvantaged schools throughout the Banderas Bay region by providing shoes, and school materials to

students as well as educational supplies to teachers. cherylsshoebox.org Clinica de Rehabilitación Vallarta- Santa Barbara AC Therapy for physical and speak rehabilitation, for childrena and adults. rehabilitacionfisicapv.com COLINA Spay and Neuter Clinic - Free and by-donation sterilization clinic in Old Town. Only open Sundays.

FB/@ColinaSpayAndNeuterClinic CompassionNet Impact Canada – Changing the lives of people living in chronic poverty. Job creation, education & more. compassionetimpact.ca Corazon de Niña - A safe, loving, home-environment for 50+ children and youth rescued from high-risk situations. Donations & volunteers always welcome! Totally self-funded. fundacioncorazon.mx Cruz Roja (Red Cross) Handles hospital and emergency service in Vallarta. It is the only facility that is authorized to offer assistance to injured people on the street.

Desayunos para los Niños de Vallarta A.C. Feeding programs, education programs, day care centers for single mothers.

FB/@desayunosvallarta Ecology and Conservation of Whales, AC. - research, protection and conservation of Mexico`s natural resources, specially the Humpback Whale in Banderas Bay. www.ecobac.org entreamigos Centro Comunitario Educativo - Focus is to increase educational opportunities for the children of San Pancho in Nayarit Mexico. entreamigos.org.mx.

Families At The Dump: Supporting families living in the landfill or garbage dump thru education and sustainable opportunities. familiesatthedump.org Food Bank of Puerto Vallarta - collects and distributes 30 tons of food each month to approximately 800 families. BancoDeAlimentosPV.org.mx Fundacion Punta de Mita Promote sustainable community development in Punta de Mita and around the Banderas Bay in the areas of community development, education, environment and health. fundacionpuntademita.org Friends of PV Animals - Volunteers working to enhance the lives of shelter animals. friendsofpvanimals.com