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 Bridge enroute to Old Town by jamiesno I unfortunately didn't make it to the Old Town part of Puerta Vallarta. Some people I was traveling with were to hung over to make it any further. But if you are downtown and make it as far as the flea market area. You'll know, just cross the bridge and continue on into this beautiful part of the city. I am still kicking myself for going exploring it myself. It is famous for its art. There is a new art walk now as well. Put on your comfortable shoes and head down to Basilio Badillo and follow the crowds to the first Old Town Art Walk of the season. Brochures available at many of the restaurants and galleries in the area. The art walks are a fantastic way to see some of the local and world reknowned artists, as well as sample some cocktails and wine. Keep your credit card handy, Vallarta is known for its abunadance of world class art in multiple mediums. Leave a Comment
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 Old steps in Puerta Vallarta by ZanieOR I enjoyed just walking around town, both by myself and with part of a tour group, looking at the city which was obviously not originally built to accommodate motor vehicles. I enjoyed the juxtaposition of the old and the modern, the things that spoke of real life to someone who felt too much of a "tourist". Next time I return I want to stay closer to the heart of Puerta Vallerta. Leave a Comment
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 Liz Taylor's old get away by LeoM Here is a photo of Liz Taylor's old getaway. She ran of to visit Richard Burton, who was filming the 1964 Tennesse Williams movie, Night of the Iguana. Back then, Liz Taylor was married to Eddie Fisher, who had an affair and left Debbie Reynolds. Fisher and the Reynolds are the parents of Jolie Fisher, who was in the tv show Ellen....and also the parents of Carrie Fisher.....whom everyone knows was Princess Leia from Star Wars. Leave a Comment
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by scott_dallas If you go a couple of blocks inland from the beach, you are in the midst of the local neighborhoods. I really enjoyed just strolling around them and seeing folks going about their everyday life. One fascinating thing is the social aspect of their living arrangements. As you walk down the sidewalk, people will have their living quarters opened up to the street, as they hang out, socialize, play cards, whatever. It seems to be very inviting for the neighbors to drop by, chat, join the card game whatever. These folks seem to generally pretty poor, but seem to make the most of what they have and to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. This picture is a great example. These girls are chasing one another with a fallen tree limb and seemed to be having a great time. Leave a Comment
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by Skye_Miles The main local town beach is called Playa Los Muertos (beach of the dead). It is crowded but fun (depending on your perspective). It is used by Mexican families and tourists both. Lots of different palapa (palm umbrella) bar/restaurants where you can have drinks or lunch on the sand, parasailing, innertube and boggie board rentals, banana boats, etc. There are lots of vendors selling various food, Mexican blankets, clothing, lace, carvings. You can see sunset and/or have dinner at a table placed right on the sand with Mariachis playing live music. But if you are out in The Marina, this local beach is a 20+min. taxi or local bus ride from where you are. Click picture to enlarge. Leave a Comment
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 Lady of Guadelupe by LeoM Here is one of Puerto Vallarta's most famous landmark, the church of the lady Guadalupe. It is said that people travelled many miles carrying stones , that was added for the construction of this magnificant church. Leave a Comment
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 People enjoying the performance of the dancers by scott_dallas My favorite thing was to go to the Malecon area and just hang out. The first three nights I was there, there were musical performers, comedians ( I don't speak spanish, but judging by the laughter of those who do they must have been good ), dancers, food and drink vendors and so on. Everyone there is very laid back and friendly, dancing, eating, socializing, drinking, and so on. After a couple of beers I even joined in a little in the dancing. I am sure they thought, " Oh my goodness, look at the clumsy gringo with 2 left feet" HA!! Leave a Comment
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 Lounging at the Beach by lareina We went to the beach daily while in Vallarta and every day we went to the same spot on la Playa de los Muertos, 'the Beach'. This place is actually a beach restaurant/bar, but by ordering a couple drinks throughout the day you could lounge in their chairs or under their umbrellas for free and be within feet of the ocean. The Beach is located towards the southern end of la Playa de los Muertos and feels a little more private. The Beach and its neighbor, the Blue Chairs, are gay-friendly establishments. Leave a Comment Directions: At the southern end of Playa de los Muertos
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 Playa de Los Muertos by scott_dallas On the Playa de Los Muertos, there are several thatch hut style restaurants. The one I ate at I believe was called El Burro or something like that. I am not sure of the name. They were having a two for one special on Margarita's when I was there on Saturday afternoon. I also had an enchilada plate that was good but nothing special. I ended up having 4 margaritas and chatted with a nice couple from Colorado who were staying for a month and gave me some tips on things to see. The waitresses were rather cute and could be rather persuasive in getting you to get a second round. I had only planned on having 2, but after the waitress told me, "Your a big strong guy, you can handle 2 more", what could I do. I was on vacation afterall, so why not : ) Leave a Comment Address: Playa de Los MuertosDirections: It is just south of the bridge on the water front that crosses over the Rio Cuale
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The old town/Romatic zone is an amazing and very walkable part of Puerto Vallarta. Cobble streets, beats, and eats all within the zone. Leave a Comment
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