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Riviera Nayarit Markets &Tianguis 2014/15

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Oct 212014
 

Banderas Bay & Riviera Nayarit Markets

Riviera Nayarit markets are gearing up for their opening day.  Every town around the Banderas Bay and along the Riviera Nayarit has their own Tianguis, Mercado, or farmers market; some of which run all year around, and some only during the high season.  As we move into the high season local farmers markets and tianguis’s are beginning with all kinds of goodies available! Check out all of the Riviera Nayarit markets below.

Every year local vendors and businesses come and sell their goods at the Riviera Nayarit markets which range from local grown organic fruits and vegetables, homemade yogurt and cheeses, jams, local honey, soaps and lotions, fresh cut flowers, all kinds of custom jewelry, shoes and clothes, different types of art creations and local artist displaying their paintings.  Different foods are always a bit hit, as its fun to browse about whilst eating an empanada, slice of pizza, homemade tamales, BBQ , salads, steak sandwiches hot off the grill, smoked fish and all sorts of cakes  breads and pastries and just about everything in-between. Most food vendors have a taste set out for you to sample. Okay..I’m hungry now!
Another quick note:  Seasonal Time Change is coming our way….October 26th move your clocks back one hour. In the United States, the time change does not occur until November 2nd, so mark your calendars. Also, remember when traveling along the Riviera Nayarit, the PV time changes once you pass Lo de Marcos by one hour earlier!

Kicking off the season is one of my favorite Riviera Nayarit market; the  La Cruz Sunday Mercado, which is beginning on Sunday, November 2nd, which is also the “Day of the Dead “or “Dia de los Muertos”.  The celebration begins and runs through November 3rd.  Dia de los Muertos is a highly celebrated and honored Mexican holiday, as they take the time to honor their loved ones who has passed on.  It will be fun to see the different painted skeletons, faces and sugar skulls at the Mercado. This Mercado has it ALL!  Including the best peanut vendor around, Cacahuate Carlos and amazing sandals and jewelry made by Begonia.  It’s one of the largest Riviera Nayarit markets.
The La Cruz Sunday Mercado is located at the La Cruz Marina with plenty of room to walk about amongst the 200 vendors. Listen to live music and enjoy the beautiful view of the La Cruz Marina and the bay whilst shopping. To get to the market, take the 200 road north. Not long after the Terralta light you will see the turnoff on the right heading to La Cruz.  After getting past the Oxxo’s, look for a sign saying La Cruz Marina and go left there. Go down to the last street and go left, then right to the La Cruz Marina, which is also where the La Cruz fish market is as well.  If you get to the light (the only light) you have gone too far, and will need to go back.
The fish market is open daily with the fresh catch with plenty of choices of fish mongers.   If you want to purchase fresh fish to go with all your goodies, bring a small ice chest to keep your fish cool.   Come early for a good parking space. The La Cruz Mercado,  opens at 9 and closes at 2pm.
In La Cruz you can also find the weekly La Cruz Tianguis every Wednesday all year around. They have fruit and veggies, movies, clothes, kitchen  and other items. With the same directions as above to La Cruz, go to the light and make a left down the main street. The Tianguis is just past the round-about (Glorieta.)

Bucerias Tianguis is also year around every Sunday and it is located in the dry river bed. It gets larger, as most of the year around markets  during the high season. They have everything from making keys and electronic cords for phones and computers to fresh fruits and veggies and all sorts of clothes, tools, cleaning supplies, laundry soaps, cakes and pastries and juices and elote..LOVE elote with lime and chili!….all kinds of crazy stuff at this tianguis!

The Bucerias Monday Market at the Art Walk Plaza is beginning on November 3rd.  This year Christy B. has offered the space FREE to vendors! What a wonderful thing for local people! Sometime, when vendors only sell a few items, and then they have to give that money to the organizer of the market.  Way to go Christy! The Bucerias Monday Market will have all sorts of vendors with different foods, breads, jewelry and everything in-between. Stop by the Art Walk Plaza….just down the street from Mark’s Bar and Grill and right by Flyodilou and Mikes  place, the Bucerias Art Gallery and Studio, located on the south side of the Kissing Bridge.
Let’s support the Bucerias local community!

The Bucerias Art Walk begins on Thursday, November 6th this season and is every Thursday during high season.  Enjoy walking around the north side of the kissing bridge and visit the art galleries.  Talk to the art gallery owners, like Flyodilou and her artist husband Mike at the Bucerias Art Gallery and Studio and see Mike’s new exhibit. Swing on by Jan Marie next door to Mark’s and taste a Mexican wine while you check out the amazing Talavera table

ware and hand blown glasses, a great collection of hearts and other unique items.
The larger Jan Marie Boutique across the street from Mark’s has an amazing collection of Katrina’s this season, as well as a great selection of home furnishings.  with Dia de los Muertos coming up November 2nd, (Day of the Dead) you may want to stop by and see their nice collection. An amazing boutique  filled with beautiful lighting, statues and very original art pieces.
The Art Walk Plaza, who hosts the Bucerias Art Walk has delicious tamales and Sangria. Stop in and take a look around the different artists and art located inside the plaza.

There is also a Bucerias Farmers Market on Wednesday down towards the Decameron at Rosa Mexicana Restaurant.  Its jammed packed with vendors and offers a nice variety of fresh foods, art and jewelry. The Bucerias Senior Center Tercera Edad gals will also be there selling their beautiful creations. Please help to support them!  They are getting started sometime in November.

Tianguis  Artesanal Nuevo Vallarta is a local producer´s market on Saturday from 9-2 and they open on November  8th.  ”We strive that all
our vendors are producers of what they sell. We have unique, original and inexpensive products and art pieces.” Along with all of the wonderful items at this local Nuveo Vallart market, such as Huichol Art, handmade cigars and finger painted pieces, they also have recycled art in metal and wood, glass blown pieces, watercolors, as well as an interesting collection of handmade wood furniture and fiber glass furniture as well as fiber glass sculptures!
This two year old Riviera Nayarit market is located behind the OXXO that is across from Mayan Palace´s Sea Garden (by Villa Varadero, Near the dolphin adventure of Vallarta Adventures). Coming from Bucerias, you take the 2nd entrance to Nuevo Vallarta, go straight towards Villa Varadero. You will see an OXXO before Villa Varadero. They are located at the plaza that is behind that OXXO.

Mercado del Pueblo, Sayulita’s Farmer’s begis Friday, November 7th this season. The Sayulita market is located near the entrance of town, on Calle Revolucion, just north of the main bridge with about 80 vendors who provide a wide variety of products and organic foods.  Enjoy the live music every week with the opening band” Son 3 y un Violin”, previously Dos Betos y las Musas.El Mercado del Pueblo started in 2009 and focuses on bringing local, sustainable, and organic products to the community and for the people of Sayulita and surrounding area to discover the seasonal, fresh foods of the region. The vendors at El Mercado are committed to high quality organic and natural growing practices and enjoy teaching locals and visitor alike about the benefits of healthy eating. To add to the diversity of the Mercado, local artists were added to the vendor list in 2012, making the Mercado an even more interesting experience. Although many markets have organic products, the Sayulita Mercado not only focuses on the organic culture, but also features a wonderful venue for cross cultural sharing of food preparations, growing techniques and healing practices. In partnership with the Sayulita community, this market brings local food knowledge, international cuisine, community gardening and care for the planet. Visit with friends and meet a lot of new ones…I hear there will be some surprises this season!

Lo de Marcos Tianguis is held each Saturday from November 1st to March 28th from 9:30am until
2:30pm and is a new Riviera Nayarit market this season. This new weekly market expects to draw many visitors from around the Riviera Nayarit bringing new revenue to Lo de Marcos.  A brand new market owned by Armando Contreras, and coordinated by Claudia Curtis  will support local residents, farmers and organic growers, and feature the works of over 40 talented Artisans Many of the vendors live and work along the Riviera Nayarit pueblos.

Lo de Marcos has needed a tianguis, and I am happy to see this finally happening. Lo de Marcos is located about 30 minutes north of Sayulita, (just beyond San Pancho). Take a left into Lo de Marcos and the tianguis iis down on the right…you can’t miss it!

Guayabitos tianguis has a t every Monday and located in the town square. The easiest way to get there is to take a left at the Pemex and go left. You will see the town square on the left. A small yet fun tiantuis includes all of the fun items and delicious foods at super pricing. This authentic Mexican pueblo is made for shopping!

La Penita Tianguis is one of the largest tianguis on the Riviera Nayarit, and is open all year. It sizes down during the summer months, but come high season, this tianguis becomes huge, filling the entire town square as well as a very, very long path of vendors with everything you
can think of!  To find the La Penita Tianguis, take the 200 road to La Penita. Go to the last light, (the second light after entering La Penita). You will need to get in the right lateral to make a left there. Take a left and go down the main ave. to the end. The town square is on the left.

Another Bit of Fundraising News / THE 4th ANNUAL WHALE WATCHING FUND RAISER for THE JOHN OZZELLO MEMORIAL FOOD BANK
Lets help feed people!  This Tour makes that possible…Totally Win Win!
The John Ozzello Memorial Food Bank is hosting a major fund raiser again this year to help get us through the low season. For only $650 peso, you can enjoy a day of Whale Watching as well as helping to support the local food bank. The boat will be leaving the Paradise Village Marina in Nuevo Vallarta at9:00am and will be returning at around 4:00pm on WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY THE 4TH, 2015. Get your tiickets befoe they sell out! To purchase tickets you can call Sandi or Randy Nystrom at: cell phone 322-103-2828 or email us at: rsnystrom@hotmail.com 

Thanks for tuning in! If you’re looking for a Banderas Bay rental, tours, fishing boats or Marietta Island fun, or information around the Riviera Nayarit contact Cat at Cat@Catmorgan.me   Click on the link to LIKE our FaceBook page packed with all kinds of Mexico news and current specials and events, gracias!  Have a wonderful 2015 season everyone..and Happy Shopping!

Banderas Bay Markets and Riviera Nayarit Markets are ready for the 2015 season in Mexico!

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Riviera Nayarit Events 2014 / 2015 Mexico

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Sep 272014
 

Riviera Nayarit Events Coming Your Way

Riviera Nayarit events are getting into full swing as the summer closes, and the rainy season is almost over. Taking a couple months off from computer work has been absolutely fabulous this summer! However,  it’s back to work for this gal! Let the Riviera Nayarit Events begin!
Folks are painting and preparing their businesses for the arrival of long term x-pats and tourists brightening up the towns. Keep your eyes on the allBucerias Calendar, as well as the La Cruz Calendar for Riviera Nayarit Events, and Banderas Bay events, classes and fun entertainment coming up this season!
Please LIKE our allRivieraNayaritFun Facebook page for all kinds of Mexico information Gracias!

It’s San Pancho Days!
San Pancho Days began Friday, September 25th at 8pm starting the ten days of fun!
The mural for this year’s San Pancho Days is made out of metal bottle tops. It is SOO cool!
Bring the entire family for rides and games, good food and dancing. A great time for everyone!

Festival Sinergiarte / San Pancho -December 20th – 28th
San Pancho has a very cultural energy, and was names the “Cultural Capital of the State of Nayarit” a few years ago.
An organization called Collectivo San Pancho coordinates more than 50 concerts, 30 presentations of dance and performance, 20 circus shows, 10 theater shows, 20 solo exhibitions, and 10 multidisciplinary group exhibitions for everyone’s enjoyment, bringing the San Pancho community to life. You may find out more about everything they promote here:
colectivosanpancho.tumblr.com 

The organizers of the 9th Festival Sinergiarte are not looking out for various disciplines of music, theater, circus acts, painting, sculpture, literature, performance and media. These doors will be closing soon, so if you have an interest in participating please contact them immediately.
The Sinergiarte Festival is their largest project and has grown and they need your support.

Turtle Season is HERE!!  The turtles are coming up on the beaches around the Banderas Bay and all along the Riviera Nayarit. All of the camps have been very busy, especially with the weather and high waters on the playa.
Several turtles came up and laid their eggs right at Breakers Beach Bar in Bucerias. Turtle egg rescuers came and took the eggs for the incubation of 45 days; they are hatched and then released at night increasing the chances survival.
If you would like to be a part of the turtle egg protection programs and turtle conservation projects there are several to choose from on the Riviera Nayarit.

Here are a few of the organizations. This photo is from San Pancho Turtles team this season. It is quite easy to find them and easy to communicate with them on their facebook pages.

They need all the assistance they can get due to egg poachers.
Campamento Turtuga Sayulita   https://www.facebook.com/campamentotortuguero.sayulita.9
San Pancho Turtles  https://www.facebook.com/sanpanchoturtles
Lo de Marcos Sea Turtle Conservation: https://www.facebook.com/LdMseaturtleconservation

Classic Rock Festival 2014 / Nuevo Hard Rock Hotel
Mark your calendars for the first Vallarta – Nayarit Classic Rock Festival on December 11th through December 14th. it will be taking place at the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta and the neighboring field Sunset Garden.  This rock fest will feature some of the best music from the 60:s, 70′s and 80′s.
There will be an amazing lineup of musicians like legend Billy Burnette from Fleetwood Mac and, on joining in on Skype, the great “Skunk” Baxter from the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan.
To Quote the creator and group producer John Zaning of the Aaring Group, ““Vallarta-Nayarit is the perfect stage to present this first-ever festival of its kind to the world. The climate in December is amazing and the beaches are absolutely stunning.” And think he is absolutely correct in that statement!

The House Band for the festival is made up of stars from different bands including Burnette, Baxter and others from Dire Straits, Steve Miller Band, Little Feat, Boston, John Mellencamp and Tears for Fears, and playing with big stars form The Doors, The eagles, Cheap Trick and REO Speedwagon and more! Sounds like it’s going to be a good time!

Octopus’s Garden in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
The Octopus’s Garden / Hikuri La Cruz, though closed for regular business until November, are having a Big Garage Sale on Saturday and Sunday the 4th and 5th of October, from 10 am. to 4 pm. with lots of bargains for the kitchen, the garden, books and many clothes and gift items.
Come and enjoy the fun; there will be freshly roasted coffee for sale. Octopus´s Garden Restaurant and Bar, Coral 66, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
Tel: 01 329 29 55367

3rd Annual La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Fishing Tournament
October 15th – October 19th
The Best Sport Fishing Tournament in the Mexican Pacific will be held in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle for its 3rd annual year, and is sponsored by the Tepic Sportfishing Club AC and the State Government.
The 4 categories are: Sailfish, Marlin, Dorado and Tuna with over 4.5 Million pesos and prizes, which also include brand new cars from Chevrolet and Mazda!
The event location is held at the Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. A fun and crazy fishing party; this third annual event promises some hot and heavy competition for all categories! Get signed up and Bueno Suerte! ClubDePescaDeportivaTepic.com

Free Market Spaces at Bucerias Monday Market
If you are someone who would like to be in a market with a super location in Bucerias Centro you may want to get in on this fabulous deal! Who knows….perhaps it will extend into a two day market!! Ya never know!

“Preregister NOW! The Bucerias Monday Market is currently taking reservations for spaces. In order to better serve the community, this season we are opening our little plaza for artisans of every type, by popular demand. The Monday Market is every Monday starting November 3rd, 2014 from 10 – 2pmish. Spaces are FREE, but limited to a first come first serve, so you MUST pre-register.

For more info thebuceriasartwalkplaza@gmail.com or call 322.120.4450
Christy B”

Thursday Nov. 6th!
First Bucerias Art Walk of the Season begins with the precipitation of the Bucerias Art Galleries (by Mark’s Bar and Grill) as they have an”open house” every Thursday evening during high season beginning at 7 pm.
Enjoy meeting local artists and art gallery owners while enjoying a glass of complimentary wine and appetizers.

Bucerias Art Gallery & Studio  -  60 A Lazaro Cardenas
Here is an overview of events for this season at the Bucerias Art Gallery and Studio Bucerias community events.
Please click HERE for contact information, Thank you!
OCTOBER
Monday October 13th –
Champagne Art opening featuring Michael Carlyle’s newest series, Join us for a glass of  free champagne before you head out to Canadian Thanksgiving dinner 6pm
Tues/Wed October 21st 22nd
Go BIG and Go HOME -  Imagine painting your own BIG piece of art. Beginners welcomed. Take it home and let it be the next dinner party conversation starter.
NOVEMBER
Thursday Nov. 20th – Dec. 1st
MYSTERY ART SHOW -   Accomplished artists sold anonymously alongside student /amateur works. All pieces, 750 pesos!! The artist is revealed after purchase.
(ARTISTS both pro and amateur – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS)
DECEMBER
The second year, Dec. 22nd to Dec. 31st. is the RECYCLED BOTTLE CHRISTMAS TREE EXHIBIT- Who in town will have bragging rights for the most FABULOUS, WHimsical, ImAGinAtiVe tree?

Thanks for checkout out our post! If your looking for a short term or long term rental contact Cat Morgan at Cat@RivieraNayaritFun.com or Cat@NewEnergyConsciousness.com . You may also inquire about private tours and other fun around the Riviera Nayarit! See you on the beach!

Riviera Nayarit Events are getting going for the High Season in Mexico!

 

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The Sound of OM with Riviera Nayarit Energy Healer

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Jun 032014
 

OM with Riviera Nayarit Energy Healer

If your looking to discover a Riviera Nayarit energy healer, spiritual enlightenment is very much alive in the PV area and along the Riviera Nayarit. Many people practice enlightenment in many ways, such as Yoga, meditation, and energy medicine healing like Reiki, Kirtan chanting and other heart centered modalities that create balance in the body, mind and spirit.

Most folks know me (Cat Morgan) as the “RivieraNayaritFun.com gal, advertising on the town websites and Google promotion.
However, another one of my “hats” and my true vocation is as an Energy Medicine Specialist / Riviera Nayarit Energy Healer.
I have decided to write a few columns about Energy Medicine and Vibrational healing / Quantum Healing so more people can have some sort of “frame of reference” for it.  There is actually an insurance code now, (for about 7 years or more) for “Disturbance in the Energy Field” in America. It’s quite easy now to have photos taken of your energy field (commonly known as an Aura), which actually started in the 70’s! Quantum physics and healing has come a long way! Today, I thought I would start with the vibrational aspect of the sacred sound of “OM”.
It seems to be such an appropriate place to begin!

The Sacred Sound of “OM”

OM is a Sanskrit symbol; a sound from Hindu origin, and not actually a word. It is a mysterious and tiny sound, yet mystics and yogi’s say this sound contains everything.  In the Bible it states “In the beginning there was the word”. Word = Sound, or Vibration.
If you have ever taken a yoga class, this mantra is used in the beginning and end of class.  It is said to be the soundless sound; the sound of eternity, and a constant companion.
There are many symbols for OM. It depends on the language. The first one is Hindu, and is the one I see to be most common.  The second is Devanagari, as per the Vedic scripts; third is Tibetan, and the fourth is from the Oriya-Assamese and Benngali alphabet.  There are also many others.

OM is pronounced AUM. The word OM means nothing in a written alphabetical context. It contains three sounds, A U M. All sounds come from these three sounds.  (Aaaah, Uuuuu, and mmmm.) The practicing “Zen” people say it is the sound of one hand clapping.
It is not polluted with any attached meaning, and when the mind is silent, and the body, mind and soul are balanced and functioning together, and the manifest and un-manifest dance together, this is the inner humming sound you hear; the vibration that is heard. It has no meaning, yet fills one with joy and dance.

Most faiths have trinities in their roots, and Hinduism does as well.  These syllables represent the heavens, earth and underworld, pertaining to Hindu Gods Brama (Creator God,) Vishnu (Sustainer God) , and Shiva (Destroyer God, or the Transformer), and the waking, dreaming and dreamless states.
The sound first cropped up in the Upanishads. The Mandukya Upanishad, which is entirely devoted to OM, begins like this:
“Om is the imperishable word. Om is the universe and this is the exposition of OM. The past, the present, and the future, all that was, all that is, all that will be is OM. Likewise, all else that may exist beyond the bounds of time, that too is OM.”
That pretty much covers just about everything..All that is!

The Sanskrit word “Upanishad” means sitting down near while receiving esoteric knowledge or setting to rest ignorance by revealing the knowledge of the supreme spirit.

Chanting (singing) the Mantra OM
Try this mantra. It feels very good to sing / or chant. It’s super easy. First take a deep breath in your nose, and then exhale with a smile. Ahhh…that feels good within itself! :)
Then, take another deep breath, and start with Ooooooooo Uuuuuuuu Mmmmmmmmmmm.  Hold the “M” as long as you can.

The Crown Chakra
The Crown Chakra, which is located on the top of the head, is also associated with the sound OM, in the musical note of B. This chakra color is Violet, and the functions and qualities are about perfection integration and unity with the omnipresent being, divine wisdom and purpose, universal consciousness, bliss, understanding and enlightenment. When this chakra is functioning properly you feel that you’re are consciously living your divine purpose, and in complete harmony physically, mentally and spiritually; feeling one with God and all creation.  The verb for this Chakra is “I Know”.
When singing or chanting OM, you may visualize this crown chakra spinning clockwise up off of your head, violet in color, and hold intention to connect to your source.

Thanks for tuning in. Look for more health and healing information on NewEnergyConsciousness.com
Many you have many blessings of loving kindness on the journey…AAAAAUUUUUMMMMMMMMMM
Namaste’

Riviera Nayarit Energy Healer Catherine (Cat) Morgan is a Usui Reiki Master and Usui Tibetan Reiki Master and Instructor, Certified in Healing Touch, Energy Medicine Partnerships, Access Consciousness Bars, Hypnotherapy, Massage, also brining to the table Sacral Cranial Movement, Axiatonal Alignment, Focusing, Therapeutic Touch and Reflexology, as well as Advanced Hypnotherapy Techniques that include Past Life Regression and Life Between Life Regression. Her most recent certification is with Access Consciousness in the Bars work. Running the “Bars” clears the emotional triggers that cause the suffering from thoughts and feelings.
Cat teaches a seven level course in energy medicine, from beginning to advanced, and also teaches classes on Abundance, Learning how to See Energy Fields, and Releasing Your Suffering. Feel free to write with any questions, appointments, or discover how you can coordinate a course in your area, or promote your own business with RivieraNayaritFun.com
EMail: Cat@NewEnergyConsciousness.com  or Cat@RivieraNayaritFun.com

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Riviera Nayarit First Mountain Bike Races

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May 262014
 

Riviera Nayarit First Annual Mountain Bike Race

Bike racing is becoming a very popular sport on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico. This is a very exciting time for bicycle racers as the First Annual Riviera Nayarit Mountain Bike Race will take place Saturday, May 31st at La Montalbeña Ranch, located in Litibú in Higuera Blanca, which is located between Sayulita and Punta de Mita.
The Jalisco Mountain Bike Sports League (Liga Deportiva de Ceclismo de Montaña Jalisco), the club Velo Bike and Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau are hosting the event with 250-300 cyclists with their teams are expected for the race, with twenty-six categories with staggered starting times beginning at 4pm.

The female and male age ranges of the racers are from 5 to over 60 years of age, and everyone is welcome to participate from beginners, intermediates and advanced to professional riders.  The best athletes will be chosen to continue on to the national competition, making it a wonderful opportunity for all bike racer athletes.

The Riviera Nayarit Mountain Bike Race is a cross-country 8 Kilometer circuit with the category depending on the number of rounds, or laps. A perfect venue for viewing the races, as it is a track course, everyone will be able to see the start and the finish line, routing for their favorite riders.  Although the track is not considered extremely technical, it will take a lot of endurance as pedaling is at a constant, making it quite the challenge for everyone, and fun for the cheering crowds, as the public is invited to come and join the races and festivities.  A super Riviera Nayarit fun event for the entire family!
Higura Blanca is easy to find. Take the La Cruz de Huanacaxtle exit off of the 200 Hwy, continue on the Punta Mita Hwy and right to Higura Blanca (The back road to Sayulita.)

For more information on registering, or other information call 322-209-0716.

A super time for everyone at the First Riviera Nayarit Annual Mountain Bike Race in Higuera Blanca, Mexico!

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La Cruz de Huanacaxtle 4th Annual Swimming Competition in Mexico

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May 132014
 

La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Hosts 4th
Swimming Competition

The 4th Annual Open water swimming Competition , (Aguas Abiertas Riviera Nayarit Nadoseguro) will be held this Saturday, May 17th, 2014 in the Riviera Nayarit pueblo La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, on the playa next to the Marina Riviera Nayarit (La Cruz Marina) starting at 7am and finishing at 2pm.  There are going to be a lot more people this year, as there are 700 registered competitors, which is double the amount from the first tournament which was held in 2011.  The competitions are regulated as well as judged by people from the International Swimming Federation (Fina) as well as the Mexican Swimming Federation (FMN).

Registration Closed
They have had to close the registration early due to so many people signing up. The competitions are include all ages of athletes from 5 to 70 years old, and welcomes competitors from regions of Mexico, as well as Canada, the United States and abroad.
In previous competitions the categories were7 to 20 year-olds making a 500 m lap; kids ages 11 and 12 swimming 1.250 km.; swimmers ages 13 and 14 competing in the 2.5 km swim, and amateurs 15 years and older swimming the 3.75 km in the required time of under 2 hrs. The main competition is a 5k race for professional swimmers with a time limit of 1 hour, 20 min.

Place/Prize Trophy  Information:
1st Place – Trophy and $4,000 pesos
2nd Place: Medal and $3,000 pesos
3rd Place: Medal and $2,000 pesos
4th Place: Medal and $1,000 pesos
5th Place: Medal and $500 pesos

The event has huge financial backing and is heavily supported from the government, as well as the State of Nayarit and the Secretary of Tourism, as well as sponsors like “Riviera Nayarit” and “Mexico”, which helps to create the success for this annual swimming event.
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is the perfect place for this swimming competition due to its pristine beaches and safe swimming location, along with local hotels and restaurants and road access.  There is also plenty of room for everyone to come and enjoy the day on the beach and cheer for their swimming friends, a fun time for all. There will be vendors with food and drinks, tee-shirt stands and more. If your looking for a terrific place to stay right on the playa next to the La Cruz Marina check out Villa Amor del Mar, La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn. Chris and Cindy are fabulous hosts!

If you missed out on registering for this year’s swimming competition, here is the information to get in on next year’s competition! You may email at eventos@nadoseguro.com, or call 322-209-0716.  Well known and important swimmers will be competing, such as female competitor and Olympic medalist Lizet Rueda Santos.
I wish all of the competitors the best of luck! Buena Suerte! and have FUN above all!
Come on over to La Cruz de Huanacaxtle this Saturday and enjoy the festivities! If your looking for more information about La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, local La Cruz Restaurants and other information, please  visit the website allLaCruz.com . See you on the playa!

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Banderas Bay Mother’s Day Fun in Mexico

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May 092014
 

Banderas Bay Mother’s Day Celebrations

For Banderas Bay Mother’s Day take a look at these fun ideas.  There are certainly many ways to celebrate Mother’s Day! From spending the day with your kids, or going out to a fancy dinner! Massages and relaxation time with your mom are very enjoyable, or getting away from it all with a surprise gift from your husband.

Check out these suggestions below. Perhaps one will fit for your your mother, or some fun for your wife!  From Banderas Bay restaurants, Bucerias rentals and massages, Bucerias Beachfront Bars and La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Hotels.
After all,  taking care of the special person called “MOM” is  important, as it is she who takes care of everyone else every day!
Día de madres feliz !

Villa Amor del Mar / La Cruz De Huanacaxtle Beachfront Boutique Inn
May = Mother’s day. Pamper your Mama or the Mama to your babies at Villa Amor Del Mar. Book 3 nights and she’ll receive a poolside pedicure as she sips sangria or a margarita. Book 7 nights and she receives a poolside pedicure AND manicure with her cocktail of choice.
Please call Chris and Cindy Bouchard at 322-127-5813.

Los Arroyos Verdes / Bucerias Eco Paradise
Bring your mother to spend the day and night (two people)  as Los Arroyos Verdes and enjoy the beautiful gardens, pool and dine on delicious meals prepared by Chef Renee’ at the Bambuu’ restaurante’, and recieve a complimentary bottle of wine, as well as a continental breakfast in the morning and 2 FREE 30 minute relaxing massages!  (booking massage from 9am to 6pm)
If you are unable to treat your mother this year, then get together with your other “mom” friends and treat yourself to the luxury you deserve and get away for a day! RVSP USA +1 (619) 306-1764 / Mexico (329)298-6314

Breakers Beach Bar and Restaurant /Free Meal for Mom /  Bucerias
Enjoy a Banderas Bay Mother’s Day on the playa! Come out this Saturday or Sunday to enjoy Mother’s Day on the beach at Breakers. To celebrate Mother’s Day we are offering a special to honor your mom. Bring your mom ( or any mom for that matter!) and four other people for dinner and mom’s meal of lessor or equal value is free. Come out and share some special time with your mom on the beach. We are located two blocks north of the main square in Bucerias.

Mark’s Bar and Grill / Mother’s Day Special Menu
We are also serving from our regular menu as well. Unique and delicious layered flavor created by Chef Jan Benton.
Enjoy something special for this Mother’s Day celebration.
Happy Mother’s Day from everyone at Mark’s!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There are many places for a terrific Banderas Bay Mother’s Day! Create a special day where ever you decide to go and play!
Happy Mother’s day to all of the wonderful mothers out there who  endlessly love and  sacrifice themselves daily for their children and families.

Explore Banderas Bay Mother’s Day fun on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico!

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La Cruz de Huanacaxlte Rentals – La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn

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Apr 142014
 

Perfect Mexico Vacation La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn

If your looking for a very special Riviera Nayarit vacation, take a look at our La Cruz beachfront Boutique Inn.  As we slide into the shoulder season… no longer the high season not yet the lazy daze of summer, Villa Amor del Mar, our La Cruz beachfront Boutique Inn, is the perfect place to be. Although I can credit every month of the year with some special happening, in my opinion, from now until July (and then again in October and November) there is a special vibe about La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Mexico, and our La Cruz Beachfront Boutique hotel. Poolside and beachfront is the place to be as many of the snowbirds have returned North, so the beaches are ready for tourists, travelers or Mexican wannabees, as you will practically have the beach to yourself! This is what one usually envisions for their Mexico vacation..peace, tranquility and beautiful beaches. (Click on the photos that link directly to our photo gallery!)

Around now, prices reflect fewer people. There are more 2 for 1 and Happy Hour specials. You can get even better deals from the vendors. Everyone has time to share their experiences, teach a little of the language, dance moves or songs or generally lend a helping hand.
Our first 2 trips to the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico were the last week of June and the first week of July. The weather is perfect with nice breezes for poolside lounging and sipping a cold one. One of our guests who visited last year during the first week of July said she loved how, with fewer folks in our music mecca of a town, she felt like she was getting a private concert everywhere she went.

This is a great time to book at our La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn, (which can also be considered a La Cruz Beachfront Hotel) offering the La Cruz wedding of your dreams, La Cruz retreat, reunion or other gathering as rates are a little lower and there is much more availability.
Villa Amor del Mar has been inundated with requests for group events yet we’re getting lots of folks from closer destinations booking 3 – 5 day get-a-ways, as well as our special 7 day packages.  Sure, there are a lot of La Cruz rentals out there…however if your looking for something very special, contact us. Our La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn is perfect for a romantic vacation, so if reacquainting with the one you love is on the list, ask me how I can make it special!  Click on the above links for more information about our La Cruz beachfront Boutique Inn, and our phone and contact information, or you may email us directly at info@VillaAmorDelMar.com

Our La Cruz Beachfront Boutique Inn is the La Cruz rentals location on the Riviera Nayarit
for a very special Mexico Vacation!

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Beachfront La Cruz Boutique Inn Villa Amor del Mar

 La Cruz, La Cruz, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Rental  1 Response »
Feb 272014
 

A Unique Beachfront La Cruz Boutique Inn

We w0uld like to cordially invite you to our La Cruz Boutique Inn beachfront paradise on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, Villa Amor del Mar.
When Cat asked me to write an article about our hotelito (little hotel), our La Cruz Boutique Inn, Villa Amor del Mar and states that it must be original content a little piece of me kinda freaks out. How can I be original when I write two blogs, consistently write new ads, etc?
This week reminded me; however, of the value of being unique. At our La Cruz Boutique Inn, Villa Amor del Mar, we take great pride in serving others and creating custom packages for each visitor as per their requests. Continental breakfast is served daily in private guestrooms with Mexican, freshly roasted coffee, fruit (often from our own trees) and special requests as per each guest.

When guests book for 7 days or more they also receive one brunch by the pool and one dinner on the rooftop. An almost La Cruz all inclusive vacation package!

Preparing and sharing meals, music and laughter with others has always been a passion of mine, to combine that ‘hobby’ with running a Boutique Inn has brought me more joy than I knew possible. Over the past few weeks we’ve helped our guests enjoy; Gourmet dinners combined with Flamenco music at both Masala and The Black Forest restaurants had our guests singing the praises of both.
Fun at Philo’s is always a highlight and everyone loves the ribs! Tacos on the street and open mic at Britannia appeals to everyone. The best whale watching/sunset cruise in the Bay of Banderas, in my opinion, Red Dolphin Sailing charters delights everyone who takes this excursion.We hosted a wine and food pairing on our rooftop overlooking Banderas Bay enjoying the sunset, fireworks and the twinkly lights of Vallarta.

For more information on our ‘Introduction to La Cruz’ program, here is the info: http://innandaroundlacruz.com/introduction-to-la-cruz-promotion/ In May we’re bringing in a local Mexican chef and creating a foodie week. Consider this when you are here for your visit. http://waldentoursculinaryandwine.wordpress.com/la-cruz-culinary-experience/

We’re currently putting together a women’s week of inspiration at our La Cruz Boutique Inn called ‘Refresh’ and a La Cruz Couples Retreat where people can recommit and reconnect! Please email me at info@VillaAmorDelMar.com if this interests you and indicate what month you’d prefer. Guests have been blown away by the privacy and comfort of our La Cruz beachfront rental and La Cruz Boutique Inn, Villa Amor del Mar, along with the ease of getting around and many options for fun in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. All of our toys are also included with your stay with us. Its all up to you! The Bay of Banderas and the whales performing as guests sip their coffee in the morning is always a highlight! Enchanted by the magic our little Mexican pueblo keeps guests returning and is the reason Chris and I (Cindy) do what we do. Let us share all that is La Cruz Mexico with you.

Discover this beachfront  La Cruz Boutique Inn on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico!

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Banderas Bay Entertainment on the Riviera Nayarit

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Jan 042014
 

The Best of Banderas Bay Entertainment

During the high season you can find about any type of music that is known to mankind on the Banderas Bay Entertainment / Puerto Vallarta scene in Mexico Every pueblo on the Riviera Nayarit has a different flavor, with music festivals, the town festivals, and all at different months during the season. Bars and restaurants love to have live entertainment to persuade you to come and eat at their restaurants..and why not?! Some have a cover, some do not. Some are beachfront and outside, some are not.  Its a great way to explore some good food and fun entertainment.
One  fun addition this season for great Bucerias entertainment is at the Luna Lounge. They have created a One Time Only Friday Cabaret show and have  well known celebrities and impersonators come from all over for a one time show, instead of the regular weekly gig.
Their next show is to celebrate Elvis …ELVIS IS IN THE HOUSE! On January 10th. You can check the Bucerias community calendar for all the Luna Lounge events (like the Tuesday’s Crazy Bitches Drag Show) and the special one time Friday’s show as well as other Bucerias fun and events, or click here to make a reservation or get more information.


Well Known Musicians for Banderas Bay Entertainment
There are several well known musicians that reside here during the winter season. One of my favorites is Bryan Savage.  Bryan has played his saxophone and flute to audiences in the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Canada with Al Stewart, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Amazing Rhythm Aces and John Denver. He has opened for Bonnie Raitt, Mick Fleetwood, Santana, Glen Frey, Eddie Money, Journey, Gary Burton, Rick Braun, Chuck Mangione, just to name a few! He also has a new CD out. You can catch him playing with another well known musician Chas Eller (keyboard extraordinaire) and the AllStar Jazz Band at the Paradise Theater, (200 pesos not including dinner I believe) or out by the pool at Los Arroyos Verdes on January 19, 2014 cost 200 pesos includes the pool pass, lunch and a couple of drinks…
(a smoking deal!). Also catch him every Tuesday in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle (just past Bucerias towards Punta de Mita) at Oso’s Oyster Bar and Fish Market on the La Cruz Marina, no cover charge! If you don’t feel like driving, stay at the fabulous
Villa Amor del Mar Boutique Hotel, located on the playa overlooking the La Cruz Marina. Chris and Cindy are amazing hosts, and have all sorts of fun package deals as well!

Who is Luna Rumba Anyways??

I keep getting asked this question, WHO IS LUNA RUMBA?? which amazes me! How could one not have heard about Luna Rumba??? They are fantastic!!
A hot Latin based band on the Banderas Bay entertainment scene this season is Luna Rumba performing Latin, flamenco, Middle Eastern, Celtic riffs and Cuban rhythms.  They have a very interesting story, and most folks that have heard of them know them from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, where the music for their first CD was created, and Luna Rumba was born.
They recently played at Breakers to a packed house Dec. 28th, for a Sunset concert .hahaha..with the rainy weather there was a tiny sun way out there, however no one cared; (their last no admission concert) and will also be performing at the Paradise Stage Community Center this season starting in January with their first show on January 16th, tickets;  200 pesos. You can also catch them at the Taste of La Cruz on January 10th,  at the La Cruz Marina Malecon for 100 pesos per person, and enjoy delicious foods from Banderas Bay restaurants. Cheko can be found at Los Arroyos Verdes playing his guitar and singing for fun Sundays by the Pool as well on January 12th and January 26th, 2014. Click here for Concert Dates. 

It all started with a Canadian musician Geo Urich who sailed into the small port of Zihuatanejo, Mexico. A new friend introduced him to Cheko Ruiz, a talented singer and song writer from Mexico City.  It is said, that after a jam session one afternoon at Rick’s Bar, they continued to play together creating original music which started an enthusiastic following.  After playing together for only two weeks, they were asked to play for the International Guitar Festival musician’s welcome dinner. They went their separate ways after that, promising to play together in the future. Who knew!!!

Bringing you up to date three years later, in 2012, Cheko (right) Ruiz and Geo Uhrich (left) got together in La Cruz, where Geo was docked  and started writing and rehearsing / recording songs for what was to become Luna Rumba.  During this time they met up with Chas Eller who plays keyboards on the album and drummer / percussion whiz Carlos Mancilla, and a few other great musicians to round out the sounds. The end result was a world-class CD with 11 original songs.

Already Winning Awards….
In March 2013 they were notified that the song “Vamoa  Rumbear” that Cheko wrote, which Geo had submitted to the John Leno Songwriting Contest, won finalist in the World Music Category out of thousands of entrants. Another song on the CD entitled “Espirtu Amor” (my favorite) written by Geo placed second in the world in the instrumental category for the USA International Songwriting Contest. They are on their way to win a  Latin Grammy!

Luna Rumba prides themselves playing every concert live. (Not everyone does!) Their real acoustic rhythms,  (meaning not pre-recorded), violin and guitar leads; with Cheko on guitar with his amazing vocals will absolutely melt your soul.
Geo is on violin, mandolin, acoustic and electric guitar, along with other amazing musicians like Carlos on percussion excite everyone and bring them to their feet to dance!

With Luna Rumba, real acoustic instruments meet with electronic wizardry to create layers and depths of sound that will amaze you. Check out the Banderas Bay entertainment with live music on the Riviera Nayarit, and look for Luna Rumba Band!

Banderas Bay entertainment has a lot to offer on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico.

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Bucerias Mexico Bucerias International Music Festival

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Dec 042013
 

 Bucerias Music Festival in Bucerias Mexico

VIVA Bucerias Mexico! Bucerias Mexico is hosting the first of many Viva Bucerias! Bucerias International Music Festival and its all happening on the beautiful Riviera Nayarit.

This Sunday, December 8th, the Viva Bucerias International Music Festival 2013 will be taking place in the Bucerias Centro Main Plaza, starting at 3pm, and going into the evening. The musical festival is free event so bring the entire family. The musicians are donating their time as well, with prominent and well known musicians performing at the festival.
This event is organized by Cheko Ruiz, a musician on his own, and who also performs with the Luna Rumba Band, a Latin music group who has recently won two awards; the USA International Song Writing Contest (second place) and the John Lennon Award for World Music (third place).  The AllStars will also be performing with musicians Chas Eller on keyboards and Bryan Savage on flute and sax. This is the first festival of its kind, and will continue to be an annual event.
The Mayor of Bahia De Banderas will be assisting coordinating the event, and has given the green light to provide the stage and sound as well as the Lighting for this event.  Miguel Angel will be feeding the musicians and event staff.
Lupe Dipp, owner of Los Arroyos Verdes will be the Master of Ceremonies, and I have not a doubt in m mind that she will be keeping us informed and entertained between band setups!

Check Ruiz has located many top musicians from different bands and different type of genres to play at the Viva Bucerias International Music Festival. What a terrific line up for a Bucerias Mexico Music Festival!
The bands that will be performing, along with the country they are representing are:  Luna Rumba Trio for world music – Canada, Mexico represents.  Banderas Bay Jazz Allstars-USA and Canada, Cuba playing Jazz,  Italy Rumba, Flamenco World Music, Tatewari-Mexico, Flamenco Los Monda-Mexico,  Funk and Rock Trem De Minas-Brazil, Costa Rica, and Mexico.  Playing Jazz and Funk Son De Afuera-Denmark, Son Jarocho Trenzas Negras-Mexico, Andina Music Quilombo-Mexico Salsa, as well as Samba and African Dancers to liven up the show.

WOW! What a great lineup! A show not to be missed!!! Come one, come all, to the free musical event of the season the Viva Bucerias International Music Festival 2013 in Bucerias Mexico!

Discover the live Music and entertainment in Bucerias Mexico
for fun on the Riviera Nayarit!

 

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