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    Sierra Madre
    #80 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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    kcotton kcotton said

    … to Mascota, a small town high in the Sierra Madres.  We made this trip twice this fall – first… continue reading »

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    Playa Norte
    #59 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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    Shannyn & Gary Shannyn & Gary said

    … to this area. We think that Gemeles beach is as brilliant as our favourite Caribbean beach Playa Norte at Isla… continue reading »

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    Our Lady of Guadalupe Festival
    #11 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Each year the streets of Puerto Vallarta come alive with traditional parades and other festivities in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The majority of the events take place during the first two weeks in December, but a few event... more

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    Art Walk in Old Town
    #12 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    During the wintertime, the high season in Puerto Vallarta, nine galleries band come together to offer free, twice-monthly Art Walks through the picturesque Downtown section of the city. The active gallery selection may vary, an... more

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    Whale Watching Season
    #18 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Each year, the massive humpback whales return to their treasured breeding grounds in the waters off the coast of Puerto Vallarta. At times, the whales even appear in Banderas Bay itself. The great marine mammals are often visib... more

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    Cheeseburger in Paradise
    #30 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Traditional juicy cheeseburgers are the specialty at this casual, American restaurant. Originally founded in Hawaii, the restaurant has made a niche for itself by providing American food in tropical locales. At this location, t... more

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    Arcos Open Air Theater (Los) / Theater Aquiles Serdan
    #31 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    With benches crafted of local quarrystone called cantera and a row of graceful arches framing the backdrop provided by the sea, this beautiful open-air theater is well worth a visit. Even if there is not a scheduled performance... more

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    Plaza Caracol
    #38 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers
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    New Year's Eve Extravaganza
    #44 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Lovely Puerto Vallarta celebrates the arrival of the New Year with style and excitement. Bandera's Bay gives an excellent backdrop for the festivities: All over the bay, fireworks explode at midnight, and wherever you are, you... more

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    Le Bistro Jazz Cafe
    #46 of 120 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This is one of the most widely talked about cafes in Puerto Vallarta. Situated right along the Cuale River, the cafe has stylish decor, beautiful greenery, and the most extensive jazz collection in the city. The house specialti... more

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7888a9ab88099c08c4ae1aa344f964bb A picture from the cab window... strolling the Malecon
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