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  • ACCORDING TO GOLF DIGEST, THE BEST OF THE BEST OF PUERTO VALLARTA GOLF

    BEST SEASIDE COURSE

    The Pacifico Golf Course in Punta Mita is outstanding mainly because it has eight holes that are adjacent to or facing the ocean. But its inland holes, which feature views of the Sierra Madre Mountains, will resonate with fans of Jack Nicklaus’ challenging designs.

    BEST JUNGLE COURSE

    The Weiskopf Course at Vista Vallarta looks like it was hacked from the jungle by machete—a whole lot of them. It’s similar to the Nicklaus Course on the same property, but Weiskopf’s design gets the nod because its manageable green complexes make it more fun to play.

    BEST VALUE

    Litibu Golf Club, a Greg Norman creation that transitions from a links course to a jungle layout, can be played for a comparatively low green fee of $100.

    BEST WILDLIFE

    A crocodile sanctuary is just upriver from the Marina Vallarta Golf Club, and no one told the crocs they couldn’t visit the golf course. How bad do you want that golf ball you just dunked?

    BEST HOLES

    The Tail of the Whale at Pacifico is one of the most memorable holes in the world, but if you like something a little more traditional, not to be overlooked is the 571-yard 18th at Punta Mita’s Bahia course. It plays down to a spot near the El Faro surf break. Take some guilty pleasure in watching surfers eat it.

    BEST THRILL

    The new Greg Norman course at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta is accessed via a one-lane golf-cart suspension bridge high over the Ameca River. Note: Only nine holes are open because of damage from Hurricane Patricia in the fall.

    BEST CHALLENGE

    The 621-yard 18th at El Tigre Golf & Country Club leaves almost no margin for error down the left side, thanks to a massive water hazard.

    BEST PERK

    Flamingos Golf Club offers complimentary transportation back to main Puerto Vallarta hotels.

  • David And Andrea – Filming For House Hunters International in Puerto Vallarta

    Q: How did you guys wind up on House Hunters International?

    Our real estate agent Taniel Chemsian from Timothy Real Estate approached us initially about appearing on the show sometime in the summer of 2012.

    Q: What was the first thing that went through your head when he asked you?

    First off, we were like “What?….Really? Us on HGTV?” David and I discussed it for some time and thought “Why not?…this will be a fun experience we can talk about for years”…. After all, doesn’t it seem like everyone is on a reality type show these days?

    Q: Did you ever have the jitters about being on such a popular TV show?

    We definitely got nervous as we were vastly approaching the shoot. We really didn’t know what to expect.

    Q: Did you come across any challenges?

    First off, we were having wardrobe dilemmas! We were instructed not to wear any stripes or white. So there goes half my wardrobe! Then we were stressing out about the camera adding 10 lbs on TV, so we stepped up the gym routine, doing a lot of cardio and getting a tan before filming! Nobody wants to see a sloppy pasty looking Brit on television. After all, we are talking about Puerto Vallarta, so it wouldn’t make sense not to have some color.

    Q: What was the actual filming like?

    Watching a finished product and how it’s put together are totally different. Filming takes a long time…you have to set up the shot, find the right angle, make sure everything is in frame, mics had to be checked and double checked,  your battling outside noise issues, like when our neighbor was chain sawing down his tree the same day we were filming in our house! That was not fun and delayed us a bit.  We often had to wait patiently while the crew did their thing prior to the camera being ready to roll.  David, always the comedian, tried to keep us relaxed by joking around and doing Gangnam  style dance moves. That in itself deserved it’s own TV special.

    Q: What were some of the favorite places you filmed in Puerto Vallarta?

    We enjoyed our filming at Cafe Des Artistes where we enjoyed some great wine. We also headed to Galeria Dante on Basilio Badillo street where they had some of the most amazing art in the entire city. Those two spots were definite highlights for me.

    Q: You and David have traveled extensively, why did you decide to purchase a property in Puerto Vallarta?

    We decided to buy in Puerto Vallarta because we have visited there for many years, it is the place where we fell in love so it has always had great memories and its such a beautiful and relaxing place to be.

    Q: What were some of your requirements in your quest to finding the perfect property?

    We were interested in finding a property with rental potential, a great view, close to the beach and decent proximity to town. Living in Los Angeles we are in our cars a lot so we really wanted to avoid having to do a lot of driving, we wanted to escape that, so it was a challenge for Taniel to find us a property with all of the qualities we were looking for. He was very patient and a wonderful listener. In the end, we made for a great team and the end result was exactly what we were looking for. We couldn’t have done it without him.

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    Q: Any regrets with your purchase decision?

    We are very happy with the property we bought…its on the beach with a huge pool, a beachfront gym with ocean views (How often do you get to see that?) and right across the street from the marina, so we can walk to shops and restaurants. Our condo is easy to maintain, spacious and with a lot of light…not to mention we’ve done very well with the rental aspect, which makes David very happy and allows me to buy more shoes

    Q: Was there anything from your Wish List you didn’t get?

    Well, we had a pretty big wish list!  David’s list was more practical and mine was more “dreamy”, but I think in the end we were able to fine tune what was really important to us and couldn’t of wished for anything better. This property is definitely us.

    Q: What would you say to someone considering purchasing a property in Puerto Vallarta?

    I would definitely recommend investing in Puerto Vallarta. The city has a lot of options for all types of buyers, including a variety of styles, architecture and price points. The people of PV are friendly, courteous and warm. And, Puerto Vallarta has some of the most incredible restaurants that will rival any large metropolitan city. We’ve always felt safe and happy to just be there and lay on the beach. Beachfront property is still quite affordable compared to the US.

    Q: What advice would you give someone that’s starting their property search in Puerto Vallarta?

    It is important to choose a good, established real estate company to steer you through the process. We were very fortunate to have met Taniel Chemsian and Timothy Real Estate Group. They were able to make the whole buying process easy for us because of their experience, transparency and knowledge. We felt comfortable and secure with Taniel.

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    Q: Would you do another episode of House Hunters International?

    If we win the lottery then we can buy another property in PV, just to be on the show again! or maybe we could start a Real Housewives of PV…What do you think?

    Q: Have you been recognized since the show aired?

    We get calls and emails from a lot people; we were surprised how many people had seen us on the show. Random people recognized us in the few days after the show, which was pretty funny. One woman was telling me how much she loved my outfits…we felt we had our 15 minutes! I never knew the show was so huge.

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    Q: That brings me to my last questions…who was your stylist? Your fashion was great!

    My dog Bentley.

     

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    Timothy Real Estate Group – An innovative company setting new standards in Real Estate sales and services has the most professional and experienced Realtors in the Puerto Vallarta area who understand the intricacies of Mexican Real Estate ownership, the local market, Puerto Vallarta property codes and regulations and financing.  The Timothy Group uses that knowledge to provide a sound analysis on every aspect of property ownership. Timothy Real Estate Group is known for professionalism and experience and they bring this to every transaction they work on for the benefit of Real Estate investors and developers alike. Ask about our Real Estate Listings

  • Vallarta Finger Foods and Oysters

    This morning we went for our tasty oyster treat down by the bridge. Locals, ex-pats and visitors are familiar with the place where one can dine cheaply in great style. Although we have a special fondness for many of the beach restaurants and cafes, we also enjoy the other reasonable fare available. Vendors of a great variety are plenty and one could possibly sit an entire day and order fine and delectable foods.

    A cup full of an assortment of fruit such as melons, papaya, jicama, cucumber, among other juicy choices are sliced with finger eating in mind; sprinkled with chile or a lime squeeze, or eaten plain. Fruit hawkers will be more than happy to arrange a custom breakfast for you. Our favorite is watermelon mixed with jicama, sprinkled with a smidgen of Tajin.

    Oysters, as aforementioned, are available all times of day, fresh or grilled. Vendors collect pesos for platters, complete with quartered limes, chile and salsa. At the beach, Playa Los Muertos, you can find multiple local families who provide selections of shellfish; they concoct seafood cocktails to order with remarkably fresh salsa. Breakfast is a good time to enjoy mollusks when they’ve just been whisked out of the ocean.

    Chunks of fish and shrimp are propped over coals roasted on a stick and have been popular in Puerto Vallarta for many decades. We prefer them served with slices of fresh lime and Salsa Huichol, which we send home with friends as an edible souvenir.

    While lounging on the hot sand, enjoying vistas and marvelous odors, there’s nothing quite like sweet Mexican ice cream. Buried deep in a pushcart full of ice, these mouth-watering treats comes in an assortment not found in our hometowns. Paletas (popsicles) of pineapple, guayaba (guava) chockablock with crunchy seeds, cucumber, rum (yes, really, rum), coconut, peanut and walnut are among the exotic flavors; cream and water based. The lid of the rolling freezer is wrenched open and the air is filled with icy mist as the vendor reaches inside and magically pulls out your request, frozen solid. Your tongue will stick to it at first lick, so be careful.

    Candy, often sold out of a wheelbarrow, is pushed along by what must be the strongest man on the entire beach and it’s not just yummy, it’s colorful! As well as gummies and sweet and sours, there are jawbreakers, mints, licorice and a selection of nuts. From pistachios to pecans, some are salted while others are covered in caramel and hard sugar. Our guests love to take these home, as well.

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    Please join us for the 4th annual Real Estate Fair!  There will be information on taxes, immigration and other topics.   To benefit from this valuable information and over 20 more exhibitors, attend the 2016 Vallarta Real Estate Fair on February 20th, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. hosted by Timothy Real Estate Group.

    Location: Rivera Molino Plaza, corner of Ignacio L. Vallarta and Aquiles Serdan in the Romantic Zone (Old Town Vallarta).

    For more information, visit www.vallartarealestatefair.com.

     

    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have Timothy Real Estate Group, a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate.

  • Puerto Vallarta Living: Carry Your ID

    Carry Your ID in Puerto Vallarta

    Would you drive without your driver’s license in the country of your origin? Probably not, and if you were stopped, there’d be a nasty fine to pay. So, why would we think it’s any different, carrying ID when traveling? It doesn’t matter where you are, if you don’t have your identification on you, it could spell trouble, and in Puerto Vallarta that would be FMM for a tourist and normal ID for anyone else.
    This is a question that has arisen countless times in the past couple years. We have been asked by friends who visit if there is a chance they might be asked for ID on any occasion. You must have your passport when changing money at a bank or any other money exchange. This is not new; we’ve been doing that for decades.
    Some people are not crazy about carrying their passports around town, especially to the beach and out to bars at night. That’s fine. Carry a copy. However, it must be in black and white. As innocent as you may think you seem, authorities don’t always see it that way. They might think a color copy is someone’s attempt at forging a counterfeit copy of a passport. Black and white doesn’t matter to them because they know it’s a copy.
    Here is the important part. The FMM is the bottom piece of the form you filled out when coming through immigration, be it by air, sea or auto. You are expected to keep that precious piece of paper and relieve it with the proper authority when you exit the country. You do not want to lose it or you’ll pay a fine and possibly be held up for a lengthy time (and in some cases miss a flight). Make a black and white copy of this, as well. There are many bars in the US and Canada, where you will not be admitted if you can’t show proper ID. We have been told it’s okay to take photos of your passport and FMM with your phone and show that if you are stopped at a border or asked for your identification.
    If you see a road block, chances are they are only asking for ID; be polite, stay calm, and do as the officers ask. Same as you would do in your home country.
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    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate

  • Kids In Puerto Vallarta

    School children in Puerto Vallarta, public and private, from pre-kindergarten to high school graduates are well dressed, tidy, and start each day with nary a hair out of place. They wear crisp uniforms and shoes are shined to a gleam. Regardless of economic background, these students start their days with a mother’s blessing and probably a reprimand. For the largest percentage, they are well behaved in public. Giggling and some boisterous displays can often be seen but usually quite benign in nature. School regulations are strict and slovenliness is not tolerated. It’s refreshing to see from a Northerner’s perspective. We worry whether our children will be shot in school, whereas south of the border, having proper knee socks tops the list of daily concerns.

    We have the pleasure of watching youth on buses. sitting in seats, calmly watching out windows, waiting for their stop. Sometimes a small boy will board and play horrible tunes, sing, and perhaps strum some kind of instrument and when passing a cup for change, will be polite and gracious, even if we’ve just given him money to shut up and get off the bus. We find that when we ride the bus in our own country, we are simply praying the kids who board the bus are only going to the next stop.

    What is the difference in these children that makes them more obedient and seemingly more respectful than their Northern counterparts? Firmness and a lack of leniency at home; kids in Puerto Vallarta just don’t get away with the same kind of stuff.

    Though many assume it’s the fatherly influence, that’s not normally the case. Discipline and obedience are the result of the mother’s persuasion. Machismo isn’t something found in a Mexican kitchen, where home-life exists. Parental control is a serious matter and children in Puerto Vallarta know who they answer to in matters of conformity. Traditional values are a huge factor. Mothers use a calm demeanor while striking the fear God within the family. There is a lack of harshness on the whole and even the language represents this, with its soft romantic tones. In Spanish “you can’t” translates to “no se puede.“ We rarely hear the moms in our neighborhood yelling at their progeny. Mexican children listen to their mothers and revere them, placing them high on an

    invisible pedestal, next to the beloved virgin. The worst thing one can say to a Mexican is about defiling his mother and they are strong fighting words, rarely spoken.

    Friends have asked us about moving their children to Puerto Vallarta and sending them to local schools. We think it’s a marvelous idea and encourage them to spend time in the homes of their schoolmates.

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  • Puerto Vallarta – Maleconiando

    Walking the Malecón

    You can entertain yourself for days on end walking the Malecón. There’s so much to do, we have made a short list but you’ll discover many things on your own. And it’s all free!

    There are two points to start from, depending on your fortitude when you walk along the Malecón. The first is The Sheraton Hotel, where you will pass the stadium to the east. Besides sporting events, there are other exciting happenings at the stadium. Lila Downs, among others, have given free concerts at the stadium. This is also where the International Fireworks Competition is held when it visits Puerto Vallarta. Just south of the Sheraton on the ocean side, you may catch sight of a volleyball tournament or other international outdoor event; this space has been utilized for many attractions since it was stripped bare by the Hurricane Kena in October 2002.

    Along your way, you’ll find great places to stop of a cold beer, tacos, and other refreshments at establishments such as Mangos Beach Club or El Barracuda, where you can find a spot in the shade indoors or relax on the beach.

    Hotel Rosita is considered the northern point of the bona fide Malecón. Join in on walking tours viewing Malecón sculptures on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 (don’t be late; the guide will start without you) from November to April. Meet in front of the Millennium sculpture next to Hotel Rosita. It’s also free but you can make a contribution to the Los Mangos Public Library. The walk take about two hours, with approximately fifteen sculptures to see, great information and a wee bit of gossip, sponsored by Gary Thompson, the owner of Galleria Pacifico.

    If you’re on the Malecón in the evening, you are sure to observe all sorts of entertainment. Make good use of the tip jars. Cultural and civic shows at Los Arcos arena (the Arches) seat about three hundred people (bring a pillow; it’s hard concrete) and usually start in the early evening.

    The main plaza and Our lady of Guadalupe church is a main attraction, the site of colossal Christmas celebrations for the entire month of December; weddings, baptisms, funerals, and regular services.

    Cross the bridge to south of town and you’ll find live theater, restaurants, boutiques, jewelry stores, pubs, pizza parlors, and a growing ex-pat community. The malecón ends with a lovely walk directly on the beach, as you pass some of the finest and oldest dining establishments in Puerto Vallarta. Vendors are here in the daytime and the beach is a lively place with the pier docking departures and arrivals of small boats and fishing excursions, as well as water taxis to the southern coastline.

    Que es cómo es.

    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have Timothy Real Estate Group, a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate.

  • Our Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens

    Our Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens

    The Botanical Gardens of Puerto Vallarta belongs to all of us, even though the curator Robert Price is the founder, developer, property owner and magician of this amazing venue south of town. Beginning with a magnificent yet simple lodge in 2004, Bob and his mother, Betty, who has since left us for heavenly gardens, lived on site when we originally visited. Their quarters were modest and humble, yet splendid and regal, with beds on the upper floor, open to the jungle and a traditional Mexican kitchen lay below in early stages of construction. This building is now called Hacienda de Oro and is the site of a grand restaurant on two levels. Tiles commemorating events, anniversaries, memorials, pets, family, and friends are made to order and have supported some of the Gardens many causes along with adding magnificent color and a treasure of memories.

    Weddings are commonplace at the Botanical Gardens of Puerto Vallarta along with a host of lively events such as annual Thanksgiving and Valentine’s dinners, Anniversary commemorations, the Bugambilia Festival, and Member Appreciation Day. There are singular events that include special guest speakers and entertainment, well chosen from local and regional attractions, both professional and amateur.

    Recently the Botanical Gardens of Puerto Vallarta won 4th Place in the Ten Best Botanical Gardens of North America, competing with famous gardens such as Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix, Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum of St. Louis.

    Forty-six hectares of hiking trails wind in and out of the native jungle/forest above the incredible Holstein Orchid and Vanilla House, Divine Chapel and many other delightful attractions, new and original.

    Vallarta Botanical Gardens has developed educational programs for local studies and participates in public environment awareness programs. The Gardens is a haven for bird watchers; both amateur and professional botanists will be delighted by the gathering of exotic plants from around the world. The conservation and propagation of orchids is at the heart of the garden’s mission.

    Take the El Tuito bus, available and easily marked at the corner of Aguacate and Carranza in the Romantic Zone; there’s one every thirty minutes. The Vallarta Botanical Gardens is closed on Mondays from April to November but open every other day of the year from 10 am to 6 pm; admission is 100 pesos and school groups can visit at no cost if they have advance reservations. Little ones under four years of age get in for free.

    Que es cómo es.

     

    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have Timothy Real Estate Group, a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate.

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  • Puerto Vallarta Living: Friendship Club

    International Friendship Club

     

    The IFC, or in Spanish Club Internacional de la Amistad, is a great place to meet people if you’re new in town. For those interested in volunteer work the IFC is an outstanding prospect. The IFC has over one hundred members, who work to fund surgeries and several charities.

    The IFC Home Tours are a pastime we highly recommend if you’ve not yet taken the opportunity. From November to April, generous home owners open their doors and privates spaces, with trips leaving twice a week (Tuesday and Wednesday) for the Sea Monkey restaurant on the Malecón at Calle Aquiles Serdan. You can order tickets ahead at ifctoursforvallarta.com. You can also offer your own home for participation in the Home Tours.

    The IFC Home Tours are only one way the IFC raises money. All funds go to the IFC’s caring programs, chiefly among them the Cleft Palate Surgery and Clinic program, but also dental hygiene and educational programs, general financial assistance, and several Mexican charities that reach out to families in need. Among the areas that receive aid are the Clinica Santa Barbara de Rehabilitacion, a rehab center; Casa Hogar Maximo Cornejo, an orphanage; SETAC, our AIDS organization in Mexico; Pasito de Luz, a daycare for children in need of physical therapy and special attention; a new program at Biblioteca Los Mangos for parents and children to learn and increase reading skills; ant-venom and other medical supplies for communities with minimal medical services.

    There are many IFC fundraising events throughout high season, ending with a grand brunch at a chosen restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, with a variety of local entertainment and a fabulous raffle. Prizes for the raffle are donated by many businesses around town, including but not limited to retail items and jewelry from local jewelers, passes of sailing and fishing trips, shows at local venues, massage and spa treatments, music and dance classes.

    The IFC in Puerto Vallarta welcomes volunteers with professional expertise in medical, educational, and other fields and is always seeking supplies and equipment. All are welcome.

    As a member of the Puerto Vallarta IFC, which is open to all who are looking for the chance to help with humanitarian causes, you will also attend some wonderful and entertaining social, educational and cultural activities, and receive significant discounts from restaurants and merchants in Puerto Vallarta.

    The IFC Clubhouse is located above the HSBC bank where Insurgentes, Libertad and Miramar streets meet, on the north side of the Rio Cuale. Hours are 9 am – 3 pm, Monday – Friday, October – April, and May to July Monday – Thursday 9 am – 1:30 pm.

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    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate

  • Vallarta: LGBTQ Vacation Paradise

    Gay Hotels in Puerto Vallarta

    Hotels in Puerto Vallarta welcome everyone but there are specific locations that cater to the gay crowd and go the extra mile to make sure their guests are not only comfortable but provided with the best concierge services. We have friends who recently had their entire family stay with them at a gay hotel and everyone was treated equally. Welcoming parties, shows, a majority of gay guests and a nice at-home feeling are what you will find at the following accommodations. All have private baths, air conditioning, parking and are within less than half an hour drive from the airport in Puerto Vallarta.

    Blue Chairs Resort has a variety of rooms for all budgets. Rooms range from double standards to master suites and kitchenettes, with high season rates as low as $63/night. This hotel is about as close to the beach as you’ll get across from Los Muertos, and has their own rooftop bar and restaurant. They offer a continental breakfast buffet and have a lower level bar/café. Rooms are stylish and often include Mexican rustic furniture. They provide flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, safes, tea and coffeemakers in-room. Blue Chairs Resort has a full service spa, a rooftop pool and fabulous views, with balconies on some units.

    Casa Cupula is a boutique hotel approximately five minutes from the beach, on foot. This is an adult only hotel and their prices are also very inviting. If it’s a more intimate setting you’re looking for, Casa Cupula is for you. With two swimming pools, hot tub, spa and a roomy terrace, plus an onsite gym, there’s not a whole lot more to ask for. But…they also have an onsite restaurant Taste, which gets rave reviews for their international cuisine. A casual bar onsite is a good place to stop for a fresh margarita before settling in to your beautiful decorated room, which is fully air conditioned. Other amenities include in-room mini-bar, coffeemaker, bathrobes, safes, flat-screen TV with DVD player and free WiFi. You’ll get a lot of bang for your buck peso at this Puerto Vallarta location.

    Olas Altas Suites has long been a favored destination in Puerto Vallarta for gay couples and is very family friendly. People go back to this location year after year and are pleased to be recognized by the same loyal staff. It is up the street from Los Muertos Beach and steps away from several gay bars, restaurants and clubs in the area. Taco stands and fine dining are adjacent to the lobby, with their own Restaurant Michel, serving Italian fare onsite. All suites provide fully equipped kitchenettes, TVs, free WiFi and the pool at the sister hotel is available for guests at the suites.

    Hotel Mercurio is located up the street from the famous Puerto Vallarta pier. Step out the front door and there it looms at the bottom of the street. A huge appeal of the Hotel Mercurio is its pool, which is open 24 hours a day. Massages are available upon request and the pool bar is open from early in the morning until very late at night. It’s a perfect spot to be on a hot summer night after dancing and partying.  Gourmet breakfasts are another Mercurio specialty.

    These hotels have on hand whatever you need for a day at the beach; towels, umbrellas and beach chairs, some for an additional charge. Pet accommodations should be inquired about ahead of time.

    Que es cómo es.

    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have Timothy Real Estate Group, a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate.

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  • Puerto Vallarta: What About Iguanas?

    Iguanas

    Puerto Vallarta is famous for iguanas. It was here that the famous film based on the Tennessee Williams book The Night of the Iguana was filmed. Some people think iguanas were more plentiful during those times but that’s not true. We’ve heard rumors of iguanas disappearing on the Isla Cuale, being eaten my feral cats and street dogs, but that’s not happening either. There actually may be more iguanas in Puerto Vallarta now, due to tourists and ex-pats feeding and protecting them. It’s a fact that construction chases them out of natural habitats but they scurry away once the excavators start and find homes elsewhere, usually very near. Puerto Vallarta is still a jungle. She simply has a city in her middle.

    If you see a wild iguana, don’t go after it with a leash, thinking you might have a new pet. They aren’t very domestic and they’ll poop all over your house. If you want to be friendly with them though, just be careful and aware of their needs. They’re not hard to feed; they love mangoes, pineapple and lettuce, but… spinach, Swiss chard and beet greens are hard for them to digest. These greens are excellent for humans so save them for yourselves. They contain oxalates that prevent absorption in the iguana gut by binding with calcium and other trace minerals. So if you’re inclined to share, be cautious to not make them sick.

    Though you’re be hard pressed to find it in Puerto Vallarta, Iguana meat is considered somewhat of a delicacy and in places like the Oaxaca coastal area, is common taco meat. Many Mexicans are convinced it will cure the common cold, even if it takes eating iguana for two weeks. They also believe it increases libido. We aren’t sure of either and will stick to chicken and fish, thanks very much.

    Though iguanas are herbivores, they also love insects and we have friends in Puerto Vallarta who’ve seen an iguana go after a mouse. Not pretty, but good to know. They have also destroyed many gardens in Puerto Vallarta, so be wary of how easy it is for them to get to such delights as hibiscus, nasturtiums, roses and orchids.

    There are plenty of opportunities to take your picture with an iguana in Puerto Vallarta and especially if you venture out to Yelapa, Quimixto and Las Animas. Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly after handling this reptile, as you may very likely have exposed yourself to salmonella, a bacteria that is harmless to iguanas but can make us very ill.

    Que es cómo es.

    Timothy Real Estate Group is a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage with a strategic location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Because the Puerto Vallarta area has varying neighborhood personalities, we practice localized real estate. We believe neighborhood knowledge is a top factor in solid sales, and we know our communities well.

    We enable our clients to realize their vision for the future.  We understand and plan for their concerns and are dedicated to transforming those concerns to peace of mind and joy.

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    Our philosophy of transparency, integrity, and professionalism imbues our culture with a tangible sense of purpose and results in the length and depth of the quality relationships we enjoy.  We believe buying or selling a home is first and foremost about people. Of course we have the latest technology, marketing tools, statistics and research, but a successful real estate transaction really comes down to people. Connecting the right buyers to sellers or investors our professional agents structure solid transactions with successful solid outcomes.  We believe in collaboration by connecting people in ways that bring satisfaction and success.

    When you combine extensive local knowledge and our long standing reputation for honesty and sound judgment, you have an unbeatable resource at your disposal.  You have Timothy Real Estate Group, a constant leader in Puerto Vallarta real estate.