Puerto Vallarta, commonly referred to as “PV” both by local expats as well as visitors has grown into one of the leading and most popular tourist destinations in all of Mexico. Located alongside Mexico’s largest bay, the Bay of Banderas in the state of Jalisco which is home to Tequila, the Sombrero and the famous Charreadas, is visited by millions of tourist every year to enjoy the renowned Mexican hospitality , diverse activities and of course beautiful beaches
Puerto Vallarta truly is a paradise, if you get bored here you´re probably dead already but just don´t it yet. . .It´s amazing how many of my friends have never done or even heard of these activities.
Here is a brief overview of exciting activities for both tourists and local residents alike
San Sebastian del Oeste
Burrowed deep in the heart of the Sierra Madre Mountains, San Sebastian’s remote setting has made it one of Mexico’s last remaining secrets. While this tiny mountain enclave (elevation 4500 ft) isn’t far from Puerto Vallarta, it’s still a world away from the usual tourist haunts.
Getting there
Just 90 minutes distance from Puerto Vallarta, the drive flies by as you wind your way through impressive mountain scenery.
On the way there you’ll see everyday scenes of rural life and some of the most breathtaking views Mexico has to offer.
Colonial Mexico perfection
Originally settled in 1605, this secluded 17th century mining town reached its peak of prosperity in the 1700s, when over 30,000 people inhabited the area. Over the years, the town’s population fluctuated wildly as gold and silver were mined intermittently between the 1600’s and the 1930’s.
Coffee & Agave
Although those gold rush years are long gone and settlers have since moved on, this beautiful mountain village of just 600 residents has kept its true colonial heritage. A shining example of an ancient Mexican village and well known for its corn and cattle trade, San Sebastian is now cultivating coffee and agave in its lush
Untouched by time
With its charming cobblestone plaza, elegant snow-white buildings, classic Porfirian bandstand, an 18th century church dedicated to San Sebastián and a wealth of 18th century Haciendas, you’ll enjoy a privileged glimpse into colonial Mexico, untouched by time.
Rhythms of the Night
As night falls, Las Caletas is transformed into a magical paradise, the ultimate backdrop for an exclusive event, Rhythms of the Night - an amazing voyage that will transport you to a mystical and spiritual land that time forgot.
Getting there
Your adventure begins with about an hour across Banderas Bay to the isolated cove of Las Caletas as this is the only means of getting there from Puerto Vallarta.
Whale Watching
From mid-December to the end of March, Banderas Bay offers some of the world’s most spectacular whale watching opportunities anywhere.
Scuba-Diving
The warm, crystal-clear waters of Banderas Bay and the Mexican Pacific are home to a vast array of sea life making Puerto Vallarta one of Mexico’s top diving destinations.
Canopy Adventure
Hidden in the heart of the virgin tropical forest of the Sierra Madre Mountains, just 45 minutes northeast of Puerto Vallarta, lays the only true treetop canopy and adventure eco-tour in all of the area where you explore high above the jungle floor via zip lines, suspended walkways and platforms, by scaling the Crazy Ladder and descending via rappels.
Feel like Tarzan
Your wildest fantasies of being Tarzan or Jane are vividly brought to life as you feel total exhilaration, swinging at high speed from treetop to treetop through the dense tropical vegetation.
Giant tropical trees
Feel the rush of adrenalin pump through your veins as you whoosh from platform to platform, 90 ft. (30 meters) above the forest floor in one of most beautiful and complex natural eco-systems on earth. A thrilling series zip lines give you the optimum perspective to marvel at this stunning tropical setting as you effortlessly traverse through huge tropical trees, amongst wild orchids and a diversity of native birds and reptiles.
Off-road Adventure
An off-road adventure is the ideal way to get off the beaten path and explore the real Mexico. Never shy to celebrate the wealth of natural resources and raw, breathtaking scenery of this area .
Marine Life
Sailing is the ultimate way to witness wild dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays, and sea turtles in their natural habitat. During the winter season (December to March) whales are also often spotted breeching.
Snorkel, swim or kick back
The more adventurous of you can take the opportunity to swim and snorkel in the beautiful Banderas Bay. For those who crave some downtime though, this is the perfect day to just lie back and bask in the tropical rays. Relax to the calming sounds of the ocean and the billowing sails as we cater to your every need.
Marietas Eco Discovery
There is a vast array of marine life living in the Mexican Pacific and on the shores of Banderas Bay. Taking a trip to the Marietas Islands, everyone anxiously awaits the spotting of whales and dolphins but the ocean is also home to a plethora of majestic giant manta rays, sea turtles and exotic tropical fish, also plays host to many indigenous feathered friends like the blue footed boobies and red-billed tropicbirds and, sadly, some of the world’s last remaining Green Macaws.
Our flippered friends
Whale season in Banderas Bay runs from mid-December to the end of March, but we’re fortunate to see wild dolphins throughout the entire year. The best opportunity to see these playful and intelligent mammals is heading towards the Marietas Islands.
lunes, 4 de abril de 2011
Navy League Charreada Excites All Who Attended
The charros put on a rousing performance, accompanied by the lively music of the “Nuevo Continental” mariachi band. Also performing was a “skirmish team,” or sidesaddle female riding group from nearby Bucerias. The professionalism and enthusiasm of all performers were clear to see, matched only by the warm reception of a very appreciative audience. We hope for a repeat performance in 2012. So those who missed out this year should definitely plan to attend next year. You won’t be disappointed.
Following the charro performance, a delicious Mexican luncheon was served to all under a beautiful blue sky.
The mariachis continued their excellent music throughout lunch and even coaxed a few guests to join in a conga line that snaked throughout the crowd. What a fitting end to a traditional Mexican fiesta.
We’d like to thank our generous donors for helping to make the event successful, including the Jalisco Governor’s Office, the Charro Association of Puerto Vallarta, Tequila Hacienda Vieja, the Bucerias Skirmish Team, and of course the site of the event – Lienzo Charro Miguel Prieto Ibarria Arena.
As background, the Navy League is dedicated to welcoming Navy ships from all nations to the friendliest port city in Mexico, painting and repairing schools and other non-profit and public facilities, transporting donated medical and school supplies from the U.S. and Canada aboard visiting Navy ships, and running the local Toys for Tots program.
To join this outstanding civic and charitable organization, contact President Bill Clark at 222 36 16 or clarkbill@earthlink.net.
No prior military experience is required, only an interest in helping the less advantaged citizens of our region.
Fashion Show Becas Vallarta
Continuing the celebration of Becas Vallarta’s Fifty Years of funding scholarships for local youngsters, eighth grade through university, La Leche Restaurant and Liverpool Department Stores are sponsoring a Becas Brunch and Fashion Show on Wednesday, April 13, 2011.
La Leche doors will open for seating at 10:30 a.m. and the brunch and fashion show will begin at 11:00 a.m. Prominent cultural luminary Nacho Cardenas and his son Chef Alfonso Cardenas of La Leche are cooking up a fabulous brunch while Cucu Paredes of Liverpool is lining up models and garments for men, women and children which will surely delight every taste.
The eclectic menu planned by father and son sounds fabulous. They are planning to serve Orange and Tangerine Juice, Coctel Hierba-buena, Fruit Plate with Yogurt Vinaigrette with Tangerine, Mango and Basil, a Becas Special of Roasted Onion Quiche with Ricotta Cheese, Bacon and Gruyere, Eggs Florentine, Village Egg Bread and of course coffee or tea.While you are enjoying a leisurely and scrumptious brunch in the exquisite setting of La Leche, local personalities will entice you with the latest in fashion from our own Liverpool Department Store. Presidents Mariel and Carlos Fregoso along with their son Lorenzo, his wife María and their three children will show fashions for all sizes, genders and ages. Lolita Padilla, wife of Carlos Padilla of Toyota Puerto Vallarta, Rosanna Contreas, wedding planner Laura Cardenas Becas member Polly Vicars and Becas supporter Jenny Jenkins will be modeling fashions for the ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes. Joe Henry Jenkins and Hubert Vicars will join Carlos Fregoso on the distaff side.
Look for a few surprise models in this sure to be a fun event. Of course there will be the usual raffle of fabulous prizes donated by the local businesses that are so supportive of Becas Vallarta’s scholarship program. The Silent Auction will feature flower arrangements from Floart and Flowers to go, framed posters by Stefan Lokos and many other real treasures. Tickets are $300 pesos and must be bought in advance. All members of Becas are selling tickets or you can contact me at phvicars@gmail.com or 223-1371 or 044-322-182-0215. These events sell out quickly, so give me a call or send me an e-mail. You really shouldn’t miss this last of season breakfast events of Becas Vallarta which is going to be FABULOUS!
La Leche doors will open for seating at 10:30 a.m. and the brunch and fashion show will begin at 11:00 a.m. Prominent cultural luminary Nacho Cardenas and his son Chef Alfonso Cardenas of La Leche are cooking up a fabulous brunch while Cucu Paredes of Liverpool is lining up models and garments for men, women and children which will surely delight every taste.
The eclectic menu planned by father and son sounds fabulous. They are planning to serve Orange and Tangerine Juice, Coctel Hierba-buena, Fruit Plate with Yogurt Vinaigrette with Tangerine, Mango and Basil, a Becas Special of Roasted Onion Quiche with Ricotta Cheese, Bacon and Gruyere, Eggs Florentine, Village Egg Bread and of course coffee or tea.While you are enjoying a leisurely and scrumptious brunch in the exquisite setting of La Leche, local personalities will entice you with the latest in fashion from our own Liverpool Department Store. Presidents Mariel and Carlos Fregoso along with their son Lorenzo, his wife María and their three children will show fashions for all sizes, genders and ages. Lolita Padilla, wife of Carlos Padilla of Toyota Puerto Vallarta, Rosanna Contreas, wedding planner Laura Cardenas Becas member Polly Vicars and Becas supporter Jenny Jenkins will be modeling fashions for the ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes. Joe Henry Jenkins and Hubert Vicars will join Carlos Fregoso on the distaff side.
Look for a few surprise models in this sure to be a fun event. Of course there will be the usual raffle of fabulous prizes donated by the local businesses that are so supportive of Becas Vallarta’s scholarship program. The Silent Auction will feature flower arrangements from Floart and Flowers to go, framed posters by Stefan Lokos and many other real treasures. Tickets are $300 pesos and must be bought in advance. All members of Becas are selling tickets or you can contact me at phvicars@gmail.com or 223-1371 or 044-322-182-0215. These events sell out quickly, so give me a call or send me an e-mail. You really shouldn’t miss this last of season breakfast events of Becas Vallarta which is going to be FABULOUS!
Puerto Vallarta to Get Emergency Women’s Shelter
Soon, much needed services will be available to local women who are living in abusive situations. A local group called “Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family” is building an emergency shelter for women who are victims of domestic and sexual violence. Currently, there is no safe place in the area for Social Services to send these women and their children to get the help they need.
The shelter, called Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter, will have the capacity to house seven women and up to three children per woman.
In addition to emergency shelter, Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter will provide counseling, general education, job training, job search,parenting classes and teach English as a second language. After the women acquire the
ability to be on their own, Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family will offer assistance in finding housing, and have small business loans available.
The goal is to provide these women with the skills needed to live, work, and raise their families independently. A facility like this means these families can stop the cycle of abuse, and renew their lives with hope and health
Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family plans to fund the building of the shelter through private donations, fundraisers and grants. On February 28, 2011 a fashion show fundraiser was held at Paradise Community Center.
This event was a fun filled and successful day. The next fundraiser will be a showing of “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at The Palm on Olas Altas, on March 26th and 27th, 2011, where a portion of the proceeds will benefit Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family.
In April, 2011 there will be a “Casino Night”; the exact date, time and place to be announced soon.
Tickets for events can be obtained by contacting David Zude at compassionforthefamily@yahoo.com.mx , Tel.322-103-2451,
There will be other fundraising events in the future to raise money for this worthy cause. Check the website and Facebook for the latest event planning information.
If you would like to discuss volunteer opportunities, make a private donation, or ask for more information, contact David Zude, phone number 322-103-2451 compassionforthefamily@yahoo.com , or visit the website at www.compassionforthefamily.org. Your tax deductible donations can be made directly from the website.
The shelter, called Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter, will have the capacity to house seven women and up to three children per woman.
In addition to emergency shelter, Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter will provide counseling, general education, job training, job search,parenting classes and teach English as a second language. After the women acquire the
ability to be on their own, Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family will offer assistance in finding housing, and have small business loans available.
The goal is to provide these women with the skills needed to live, work, and raise their families independently. A facility like this means these families can stop the cycle of abuse, and renew their lives with hope and health
Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family plans to fund the building of the shelter through private donations, fundraisers and grants. On February 28, 2011 a fashion show fundraiser was held at Paradise Community Center.
This event was a fun filled and successful day. The next fundraiser will be a showing of “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at The Palm on Olas Altas, on March 26th and 27th, 2011, where a portion of the proceeds will benefit Vida Reavivida/Compassion for the Family.
In April, 2011 there will be a “Casino Night”; the exact date, time and place to be announced soon.
Tickets for events can be obtained by contacting David Zude at compassionforthefamily@yahoo.com.mx , Tel.322-103-2451,
There will be other fundraising events in the future to raise money for this worthy cause. Check the website and Facebook for the latest event planning information.
If you would like to discuss volunteer opportunities, make a private donation, or ask for more information, contact David Zude, phone number 322-103-2451 compassionforthefamily@yahoo.com , or visit the website at www.compassionforthefamily.org. Your tax deductible donations can be made directly from the website.
Primary Foods
There comes a time in everyone’s life when you must face the truth. You’ve got to take a good hard look at yourself and reevaluate who and where you are and why. Being honest with yourself can bring about huge change for the better or can cause you to recoil. It can be an arduous journey, but can free you up to rebuild your physical and mental bodies. Resolving Primary food issues can be a source of fear, worry, doubt and pain. But to walk through the fire is to become reborn in ways never known. Primary food is the ultimate self-nourishing and if in balance will support healthy eating habits curb cravings and emotional eating patterns. It can be the key to your awakening and progression. Ordinary food is what you put in your mouth for nourishment. Primary food is emotional nourishment, the primary importance in your life.
Primary foods are your personal relationships, spiritual practices, physical exercise, and career. Most of our waking time is spent running from, immersed in, stressed out about, or in some way concentrated on these things. The question is, are these areas providing you strength or are they draining the life right out of you? If these elements are out of whack then they are most likely affecting your efforts to eat well and maintain healthy lifestyle.
I usually talk about whole foods and how you can prepare a quick and healthy recipe. But this week I’m having my own challenges, and they can’t be fixed by whole foods. No matter how healthy the meal, the imbalance of my primary food will not only take center stage, but hinder my efforts eat a good meal. You can bet if I’m really stressed out, I’m reaching for the coffee and the sugar!
I am neither a physiologist nor a board certified blah blah blah, but I think this concept is something we can all agree on. Have you ever had a relationship so draining it caused you to lose sleep or become depressed?
A job so stressful, it caused ulcers and headaches? Maybe you forgot you lived directly across from the beach and forgot to watch the sunsets because you were caught up in some superficial drama? But darn tootin’ your diet was right on track. So why couldn’t you sleep? Why were you having trouble digesting?
What was with all the break outs and hearts palpitations? Hmm? We are not only fed by the food in our lives, but also by the energy. Could it have been the completely draining relationship, the fight with your spouse, the fact that you forgot to give yourself a bit of quiet time and your mind was racing a million miles an hour? Or was it that you were living in complete fear and worrying about the next 24 hours and the next 24 years!
Do you remember the times when you were happiest? Maybe you were in a healthy and loving relationship, or you felt at peace with your job, or you spent time listening to your heart’s needs, or maybe you were exercising regularly, giving our body the love it deserved, and eating whole foods and full of energy. Sometimes we veer off track and get distracted, things fall out of sync and we forget what it was like, sometimes for months and sometimes for years. Then one day you look up and wonder what happened? Where did YOU go? Where are YOU now? How the heck are you gonna get YOU back? Well, I can see you. You were right there all along!
As humans we hunger for play, touch, romance, intimacy, love, achievement, success, self-expression, excitement, and spirituality. All of these elements are essential forms of nourishment. How we incorporate them determines how enjoyable and worthwhile our lives feel.
There are small steps we can take to uplift our lives. Small changes yield big results, a little life recipe that’s sweeter than any sugar and stronger than any caffeine.
Small changes that bring about big results.
Relationships: having healthy relationships that support you
Evaluate the people in your life. Are they uplifting and inspiring you?
Love deep, committed and intimate connections
Honor the love and relationships in your love and only except which is doing the same for you.
Work: Find work you love or a way to love the work you have
Try to find contentment and except your job or find the courage to change it!
Movement: physical activity that you enjoy and doing it regularly
MOVE YOUR BODY!
Start with a 10 minute walk!
Breathing: practicing ways to bring oxygen and calm into your body
Spend some quiet time with yourself!
Enjoy the sunset, close your eyes and breathe!
Laughter: the healing sound of joy
Man does a good laugh feel good! HA!
Creativity: express what makes you uniquely you Cook, Draw, write, craft…….do something you like to do to foster creativity.
Spirituality: honor your relationship to God (by whatever name you choose) and to the spirit part of yourself
OM, Shalom, Amen, hug a tree, and so on………
Purpose: a way of being in the world that transcends living just for your self
Help someone in need, however you feel appropriate.
Listen to someone who needs to talk, volunteer, or donate your time in someway
Adventure: explore, get dirty, learn, grow, leap forward
Build a sandcastle; take a class,
DANCE, zip line!
EATING: nourish and energize your body and mind with whole foods!
Enjoy the delicious, fresh and local food Vallarta offers. Make your own meals!
FIND YOUR JOY
through PRIMARY FOODs!
Integrative Nutrition teaches a holistic approach to nourishment and focuses on whole foods as well as Primary Foods; your relationships, spirituality, exercise and career. As a student, I learned to reject culinary dogma, the status quo, and standard medical doctrine. I learned I could help people discover themselves and a healthier way of life, not by providing answers but by posing questions. Ultimately the student, based on their own intuition, would find their own answers and their own way.
www.integrativenutrition.com
Start with a 10 minute walk!
Breathing: practicing ways to bring oxygen and calm into your body
Spend some quiet time with yourself!
Enjoy the sunset, close your eyes and breathe!
Laughter: the healing sound of joy
Man does a good laugh feel good! HA!
Creativity: express what makes you uniquely you Cook, Draw, write, craft…….do something you like to do to foster creativity.
Spirituality: honor your relationship to God (by whatever name you choose) and to the spirit part of yourself
OM, Shalom, Amen, hug a tree, and so on………
Purpose: a way of being in the world that transcends living just for your self
Help someone in need, however you feel appropriate.
Listen to someone who needs to talk, volunteer, or donate your time in someway
Adventure: explore, get dirty, learn, grow, leap forward
Build a sandcastle; take a class,
DANCE, zip line!
EATING: nourish and energize your body and mind with whole foods!
Enjoy the delicious, fresh and local food Vallarta offers. Make your own meals!
FIND YOUR JOY
through PRIMARY FOODs!
Integrative Nutrition teaches a holistic approach to nourishment and focuses on whole foods as well as Primary Foods; your relationships, spirituality, exercise and career. As a student, I learned to reject culinary dogma, the status quo, and standard medical doctrine. I learned I could help people discover themselves and a healthier way of life, not by providing answers but by posing questions. Ultimately the student, based on their own intuition, would find their own answers and their own way.
www.integrativenutrition.com
Where can I go Latin dancing?
Sometimes local venues will give salsa socials a try at least one night a week, but unfortunately if they don’t see profits or a big draw of people in about a 4-6 week time-frame the effort will come to a halt. As a result, it’s a bit difficult to know where to go, because at times, just as you’re beginning to find out about a new place, the social night disappears. However, there are a few venues that are dedicated to this genre of music. Included is the always lively Cuban hang-out La Bodeguita del Medio located on the Malecón. The live music begins at 10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday with a Cuban band playing on a yearly contract. The atmosphere is cheery and reminiscent of being in a smoky dive bar in Havana. The only drawback is that the dance floor is tiny and lends itself to lots of bumping bodies or tight squeezes dancing Bachata or Salsa. Besides that, it’s a great place and the staff is always friendly, and there is no cover.
Candela Pura is one of the newer places in PV located at the turn-off to the libramiento and across the street from Mega. On Thursdays and Fridays they’ll have a salsa band or a DJ play Latin tunes from 10 p.m. into the wee hours of the night. The dance floor is expansive, the place has a dark, nightclub atmosphere and the lounge sofas and tables are comfortable for long hours of socializing with a cocktail. I like this place mainly because they seem to like and support salseros although I generally prefer tropical-like or beachfront atmospheres when wanting to Latin dance- it’s just more inspiring.
Here the sultry Dulce Mireya Palacios Prado teaches salsa in Spanish Thurs. and Sat. from 8:30- 10:00 p.m. and the cost per class is 50 pesos. No cover here.
Then there is J&B Nightclub, one of the oldest dance venues in PV. This place looks like a 70’s disco and plays different Latin tunes almost every night.
The biggest advantage here is the hardwood dance floor, perfect for dancing and there almost always seems to be enough room for freedom of movement.
The last Friday of every month, they present what’s called Fiesta Latina when different dance schools –instructors and students alike perform on stage.
This place stays open until the early morning and is located at Francisco Medina Ascencio. It’s not one of my favorite places, simply because I would prefer to hear more salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha Cha music than Cumbia which is what they love to play, but many seem to really enjoy it.
The Latin Brothers teach salsa class in Spanish on Tues., Thur. and Fridays from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Each hour class costs 50 pesos. They are a talented, well-liked brother and sister team. Sometimes there is a cover of up to 100 pesos.
Next up, the Twisted Rose in Bucerias. Now this is a tropical gem tucked about two or three blocks from the beach, it’s easy to miss if it weren’t for the vibrant sounds of the live Cuban band emanating from the inside.
The dance floor is great and the eats and drinks are inexpensive. There is usually a cover charge of about 50 pesos and the band plays Saturdays from 9ish until midnight.
This is one of my favorite places due to the outdoor, tropical atmosphere. More specifically, it’s located about two or three blocks from the central plaza.
Last, but definitely not least, is Don Pedro’s in Sayulita. Beachfront and fabulous!
Many PV peeps drive an hour there and an hour back every Monday just to get there dancing fix and hear the fantastic Cuban band. It’s a great mix of foreigners out to have a good time with salsa obsessed locals.
The oceanfront vibe here is always worth the drive and I hear the food is really good.
Sayulita is so small that you can just arrive and ask where it is so that someone will point you in the right direction.
The band starts playing at 8 p.m. until eleven. About 30 pesos gets you through the door.
Marcella Castellanos teaches salsa at Yoga Vallarta. You can contact her via Facebook or Twitter at Latin Motion PV or at www.latinmotionpv.com or visit her blog at http://latinmotionpv.blogspot.com/.
Candela Pura is one of the newer places in PV located at the turn-off to the libramiento and across the street from Mega. On Thursdays and Fridays they’ll have a salsa band or a DJ play Latin tunes from 10 p.m. into the wee hours of the night. The dance floor is expansive, the place has a dark, nightclub atmosphere and the lounge sofas and tables are comfortable for long hours of socializing with a cocktail. I like this place mainly because they seem to like and support salseros although I generally prefer tropical-like or beachfront atmospheres when wanting to Latin dance- it’s just more inspiring.
Here the sultry Dulce Mireya Palacios Prado teaches salsa in Spanish Thurs. and Sat. from 8:30- 10:00 p.m. and the cost per class is 50 pesos. No cover here.
Then there is J&B Nightclub, one of the oldest dance venues in PV. This place looks like a 70’s disco and plays different Latin tunes almost every night.
The biggest advantage here is the hardwood dance floor, perfect for dancing and there almost always seems to be enough room for freedom of movement.
The last Friday of every month, they present what’s called Fiesta Latina when different dance schools –instructors and students alike perform on stage.
This place stays open until the early morning and is located at Francisco Medina Ascencio. It’s not one of my favorite places, simply because I would prefer to hear more salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha Cha music than Cumbia which is what they love to play, but many seem to really enjoy it.
The Latin Brothers teach salsa class in Spanish on Tues., Thur. and Fridays from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Each hour class costs 50 pesos. They are a talented, well-liked brother and sister team. Sometimes there is a cover of up to 100 pesos.
Next up, the Twisted Rose in Bucerias. Now this is a tropical gem tucked about two or three blocks from the beach, it’s easy to miss if it weren’t for the vibrant sounds of the live Cuban band emanating from the inside.
The dance floor is great and the eats and drinks are inexpensive. There is usually a cover charge of about 50 pesos and the band plays Saturdays from 9ish until midnight.
This is one of my favorite places due to the outdoor, tropical atmosphere. More specifically, it’s located about two or three blocks from the central plaza.
Last, but definitely not least, is Don Pedro’s in Sayulita. Beachfront and fabulous!
Many PV peeps drive an hour there and an hour back every Monday just to get there dancing fix and hear the fantastic Cuban band. It’s a great mix of foreigners out to have a good time with salsa obsessed locals.
The oceanfront vibe here is always worth the drive and I hear the food is really good.
Sayulita is so small that you can just arrive and ask where it is so that someone will point you in the right direction.
The band starts playing at 8 p.m. until eleven. About 30 pesos gets you through the door.
Marcella Castellanos teaches salsa at Yoga Vallarta. You can contact her via Facebook or Twitter at Latin Motion PV or at www.latinmotionpv.com or visit her blog at http://latinmotionpv.blogspot.com/.
Migraines Natural Cures
Rid Yourself of a Migraine Headache, Naturally
I wrote this a couple of years ago..before the gluten free fad had hit home. If you are prone to Migraine, check this out..
Headaches can be basically divided into two types, tension and migraine.
As I was looking over the info on migraine and body pain, I remembered a woman who started her day with 2 pain killers and a coffee. Physical pain is a huge over- the -counter pharmaceutical business.
I hear Folks north of the border spend more than $1 billion every year to get relief from just migraine not to mention body pain. The pain associated with migraines can be incredibly debilitating. I have seen a number of patients who were disabled physically and mentally due to the intense pain of a migraine.
Many of the drugs used to treat migraines are effective in relieving this severe pain and are a welcome relief. Unfortunately they do absolutely nothing to treat the cause and in fact actually contribute to the problem as after a short while they can cause rebound headaches themselves. This is the same old story of western industrial medicine treating the symptom and not the actual cause of the pain. Pain is a heads- up message from the body to let you know that something is out of whack.
It is something like a smoke detector going off. It’s faster and easier to shut down the detector instead of finding the fire and putting it out. Then, after a bit, the detector goes off again and again. Each time louder and longer resulting in a full blown MIGRAINE.
Most migraines also seem to include a food-based reaction relating to wheat, dairy, sugar, acid foods, or artificial preservatives or chemicals. Eliminating these foods and incorporating sound nutritional principle frequently improves migraines and inflammation. A recent study of food based reactions revealed nine out of ten patients tried a gluten-free diet seven stopped having head aches, two other patients had some -- but not complete -- success by switching to a gluten-free diet.
The 10th one flaked out.. Yep, that’s bread, pasta, cereal, cake, whole wheat, and wheat derivatives. Fortunately, there are many natural treatment options that exist to treat migraines. These should always be considered first because as you know now drugs to treat migraines can make the problem worse. It is possible to stop headaches by stimulating your body’s natural painkilling ability. By putting pressure on a nerve just under your eyebrow, you can cause your pituitary gland to release painkilling endorphins immediately. Another method for releasing endorphins is to take 10 teaspoons of cayenne pepper in a glass of water. Endorphins are released by the brain when the cayenne hits your stomach lining.
I think you have to be pretty desperate to try this one, but it works.
Other useful techniques include:
• Putting a cold compress on your forehead or behind the neck
• Massaging the ears and ear lobes
• Massaging the “crown” of your head -- the ring of muscles that circle the head where a crown would sit, it worked for Queen Elizabeth who was a sufferer of migraines.
• Drink plenty of natural liquids, without sugar, sugar substitutes, odd colors or flavors.
• Avoid orange juice, tomatoes and eggplant.. they are just to acidic.
• Keep a journal of what brings on the migraine and get to the root, it may stress, hormone upsets, food combinations, and excess mental energy
• Seek out acupuncture for long term relief.
And lastly, start an exercise program; this will help to improve your response to stress along with the underlying inflammatory conditions that can trigger migraines.
Krystal Frost is a long time resident of Puerto Vallarta. She holds a degree from the University of Guadalajara in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and herbology. Ms. Frost went on to specialize in cosmetic acupuncture at Bastyr University in Washington State. She is the owner of Body & Sol in P.V. for over 18 years where she practices Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, facial rejuvenation, massage therapy, yoga therapy and nutritional counseling. She is also co owner and creator of Organic Select Mexico, an on line organic bakery and market. www.organic-select.com
Krystal has created wellness and specialized culinary programs for individuals, retreats and spas.
Questions and comments may be directed to organic-select@hotmail.com Phone 222 1015, 9-5 Monday -Friday
I wrote this a couple of years ago..before the gluten free fad had hit home. If you are prone to Migraine, check this out..
Headaches can be basically divided into two types, tension and migraine.
As I was looking over the info on migraine and body pain, I remembered a woman who started her day with 2 pain killers and a coffee. Physical pain is a huge over- the -counter pharmaceutical business.
I hear Folks north of the border spend more than $1 billion every year to get relief from just migraine not to mention body pain. The pain associated with migraines can be incredibly debilitating. I have seen a number of patients who were disabled physically and mentally due to the intense pain of a migraine.
Many of the drugs used to treat migraines are effective in relieving this severe pain and are a welcome relief. Unfortunately they do absolutely nothing to treat the cause and in fact actually contribute to the problem as after a short while they can cause rebound headaches themselves. This is the same old story of western industrial medicine treating the symptom and not the actual cause of the pain. Pain is a heads- up message from the body to let you know that something is out of whack.
It is something like a smoke detector going off. It’s faster and easier to shut down the detector instead of finding the fire and putting it out. Then, after a bit, the detector goes off again and again. Each time louder and longer resulting in a full blown MIGRAINE.
Most migraines also seem to include a food-based reaction relating to wheat, dairy, sugar, acid foods, or artificial preservatives or chemicals. Eliminating these foods and incorporating sound nutritional principle frequently improves migraines and inflammation. A recent study of food based reactions revealed nine out of ten patients tried a gluten-free diet seven stopped having head aches, two other patients had some -- but not complete -- success by switching to a gluten-free diet.
The 10th one flaked out.. Yep, that’s bread, pasta, cereal, cake, whole wheat, and wheat derivatives. Fortunately, there are many natural treatment options that exist to treat migraines. These should always be considered first because as you know now drugs to treat migraines can make the problem worse. It is possible to stop headaches by stimulating your body’s natural painkilling ability. By putting pressure on a nerve just under your eyebrow, you can cause your pituitary gland to release painkilling endorphins immediately. Another method for releasing endorphins is to take 10 teaspoons of cayenne pepper in a glass of water. Endorphins are released by the brain when the cayenne hits your stomach lining.
I think you have to be pretty desperate to try this one, but it works.
Other useful techniques include:
• Putting a cold compress on your forehead or behind the neck
• Massaging the ears and ear lobes
• Massaging the “crown” of your head -- the ring of muscles that circle the head where a crown would sit, it worked for Queen Elizabeth who was a sufferer of migraines.
• Drink plenty of natural liquids, without sugar, sugar substitutes, odd colors or flavors.
• Avoid orange juice, tomatoes and eggplant.. they are just to acidic.
• Keep a journal of what brings on the migraine and get to the root, it may stress, hormone upsets, food combinations, and excess mental energy
• Seek out acupuncture for long term relief.
And lastly, start an exercise program; this will help to improve your response to stress along with the underlying inflammatory conditions that can trigger migraines.
Krystal Frost is a long time resident of Puerto Vallarta. She holds a degree from the University of Guadalajara in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and herbology. Ms. Frost went on to specialize in cosmetic acupuncture at Bastyr University in Washington State. She is the owner of Body & Sol in P.V. for over 18 years where she practices Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, facial rejuvenation, massage therapy, yoga therapy and nutritional counseling. She is also co owner and creator of Organic Select Mexico, an on line organic bakery and market. www.organic-select.com
Krystal has created wellness and specialized culinary programs for individuals, retreats and spas.
Questions and comments may be directed to organic-select@hotmail.com Phone 222 1015, 9-5 Monday -Friday
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