March 2018 - Point2 Blog

Single Story For Sale in Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

• 241 sqm , 3 bath , 3 bdrm single story – FOR SALE USD750,000 .

in Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Beautiful apartment with 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Black and white granito remodeled kitchen. Terrace overlooking the sea, where you can enjoy some wonderful sunsets!! Prototipo is an exclusive development facing the sea located in Marina Vallarta. It offers views of the sea and golf course, has gym, tenis courts, pool, snack and children´s area.

Precioso departamento, con 3 recamaras amplias, cada una con su propio baño. Cocina Remodelada color blanco con granito color negro. Terraza con vista al mar, donde podrá disfrutar de unos maravilloso atardeceres!! Portofino es un exclusivo desarrollo frente al mar ubicado en Marina Vallarta. Ofrece vistas al mar y campo de golf, tiene gimnasio, canchas de tenis, alberca, snack, área de niños.

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A Review: Kim Kuzma & Piel Canela in the ‘70’s Show’

March 27, 2018

Kim Kuzma and Piel Canela have been taking audiences back to the 70’s since debuting their show in January at The Palm. Kim’s performances in Puerto Vallarta have been a big draw for over a dozen years and her reputation as one of Vallarta’s premiere songstress’ is well established.

For those who are new to Puerto Vallarta and haven’t heard of Kim Kuzma, she is an award winning recording artist and vocalist from British Columbia, Canada who has had amazing staying power in the music/entertainment biz over the years. First and foremost, she is a creative, professionally trained musician with a remarkable vocal range and an electrifying performer, as well.

A few years ago, Kim decided to leave the backtracks behind and work with a ‘live’ band again. This decision has made her popularity skyrocket, as people flock to her performances over and over again! Joining her for all her shows this season is the musical group, Piel Canela, consisting of Eduardo Leon on lead guitar, Fernando Gonzalez on rhythm guitar, Luis Rascon on bass, percussion and cello and newest member, Gary Flores on percussion.

Kim Kuzma is the consummate entertainer and she proved it once again last Thursday night. As her band started their musical introduction, Kim jumped on stage with her famous sass and exuberance! She was gorgeous with her “Cher-style hair, glitter eye makeup and silver sequined disco outfit. All eyes were fixed on stage as Kim opened the show with a favorite Doobie Brother’s tune, “Long Train Running.”

With a video background that matched the theme of the 70’s, and a band that is worthy of this performer, Kim thrilled us over and over again with her voice and stage performance. There are great singers in Puerto Vallarta and there are fantastic performers too, but to find both qualities at the highest professional level, you need look no further than Kim Kuzma. This is why her shows sell out and why she has such a diverse fan base. People across-the-broad, appreciate the talent that Kim and the boys bring to the stage!

We heard new musical mash-ups (medleys) of 70’s hits throughout the night. From Chaka Khan to Abba to Earth, Wind and Fire and many more, we loved the fabulous renditions of some of our favorite music, performed to perfection by Kim and the boys. Eduardo Leon was a standout favorite with his breathtaking guitar solos!

Kim hit the stage for her second set, with blond hair, a feathered headpiece and a beautiful blue and peach disco outfit, singing a medley of “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You” and “I Go to Rio.” This ‘feel good’ show continued with lots of humor and stories from Kim and along with an aerobic stage performance that was worthy of the highest praise. We continued to hear high energy songs like, “Turn the Beat Around,” which kept us wanting more!

With her signature dance moves and kicks, all eyes were on the show as we listened to Kim’s soaring vocals and the amazing sounds of Piel Canela.

Kim brought a pre-teen, girl on stage that she knew and they danced to “I Will Survive.” It was a beautiful moment that I’m sure Isabella will never forget.

The show concluded with an enthusiastic, standing ovation that the audience gladly gave to show how much they loved the performance.

Kim has just released her new CD, ‘VIVAN LOS 70’s.’ Think ‘Donna Summer meets The Gipsy Kings. The CD was recorded here in Puerto Vallarta last April with Paolo Uccelli, mixed by Rigo Mora and final post production in San Antonio, TX by Grammy Award winner for Sound Engineering, Michael Anthony Esparza. With song selections, like ‘MacArthur Park’, ‘I’m Not In Love’ and ‘Could It Be Magic,’ I loved the CD and it includes many of the songs from the show. The CD along with download cards are available at Kim’s shows or on iTunes.

There is only one more ‘70’s Show’ left this season. Don’t miss it on Thursday, March 29th at 7pm at The Palm Cabaret. There is also one ‘Evolution Show’ (Kim’s musical journey) scheduled for Tuesday, March 27th at 7pm. For information about these shows go to www.thepalmcabaret.com.

Coming up on Saturday, April 14th, at 7pm, Coco’s Kitchen will present ‘Dinner and A Show’ with Kim and Piel Canela. For tickets call 322-223-0373 or email the restaurant at: info.cocoskitchen@gmail.com

There have been 2 shows added to the schedule. ‘Piel Canel with Kim Kuzma’ will be featured on Wednesday, March 28th at 9:30pm and on Friday, March 30th at 7pm at The Palm Cabaret.

Local Puerto Vallarta hotel serves up Anti-Stress juices to travellers

March 27, 2018

Looking for a healthy morning fix? Guests at Casa Velas, an adults-only boutique hotel in Puerto Vallarta, can choose from a menu of healthy juice options available year-round.

Available at the resort’s Emiliano restaurant or via 24-hr insuite service, the juice menu includes such highlights as the Antioxidant, made with lime, orange, pineapple and honey; Cold Cure, made with carrot, ginger, lemon, apples; Anti-Stress, made with carrot, celery, parsley and garlic; and Insomnia Aid, made with carrot, celery, spinach, apple and parsley.

Also available this month – and then again later this year in November, the hotel offers guests the opportunity to select their favorite fruits and vegetables directly from the resort’s onsite botanical garden for their own unique beverage. If you can’t wait for November, here’s a recipe for everyday sleep problems to make at home.

Insomnia Aid Juice
Ingredients:
1 cup Natural carrot juice
¼ cup Red apple
1 tsp Spinach
1 tsp Celery
1 tsp Parsley

Directions:
Add the apple, spinach, celery, and parsley to a blender. Add a little of the carrot juice and liquefy for a few seconds. Add the rest of the carrot juice and serve immediately.

For guests looking for an all-encompassing wellness vacation, Casa Velas has two 1,350 sq. ft. Wellness Suites. The duplex suite features healthy minibar, 50-minute massage, an in-suite exercise kit comprised of a yoga mat, dumbbells, resistance bands, and even a Life Fitness Activate Series Recumbent Lifecycle® Exercise Bike.

All-inclusive resort rates start at $280 per person per night based on double occupancy. Wellness Suite rates start at $537 per person per night in March. At Casa Velas, luxury accommodations, gourmet meals, premium liquor and wine, 24-hour suite service, use of the fitness center facilities, WIFI, taxes, and gratuities are included in the nightly rate. For more information please call 1-888-407-4869 or visit https://www.hotelcasavelas.com.

2 Storey For Sale in Jarretaderas, Jarretaderas

Grand terrace, Dipping pool, Covered patio, Gated and secure parking

• 300 sqm , 3 bath , 1 half bath , 3 bdrm 2 storey – FOR SALE USD135,000 .
MLS® 13122

in Jarretaderas, Jarretaderas

Substantial square meter, 3+3.5 gem of a home is waiting for your loving touches and finishes. Gated and secure parking with enchanting garden/patio. This home has a bedroom suite on the ground level and wonderful entertaining space where the kitchen is open to the dining area and living room. Kitchen has a large breakfast room and separate laundry area. The back yard is fenced and private, has a dipping pool, covered patio and plenty of sunshine. The second floor boasts two generous bedrooms with large closets, 2 bathrooms and study which all lead out onto the grand terraces in the front and back sides of the home. Excellent location to Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, beaches, grocery shopping, restaurants and more. Easy to show!
Directions: Carr 200 to Jarretaderas exit, right on first street: Pera. Home is located on the right side all the way at the end of the street.

El metro cuadrado sustancial, 3 + 3.5 gema de un hogar está esperando sus toques y finales cariñosos. Estacionamiento privado y seguro con jardín / patio encantador. Esta casa tiene un dormitorio en la planta baja y un maravilloso espacio de entretenimiento donde la cocina está abierta al comedor y la sala de estar. La cocina tiene una gran sala de desayunos y área de lavandería separada. El patio trasero está vallado y privado, tiene una piscina de inmersión, patio cubierto y mucho sol. El segundo piso cuenta con dos habitaciones generosas con grandes armarios, 2 baños y un estudio que conducen a las grandes terrazas en la parte delantera y trasera de la casa. Excelente ubicación para Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, playas, tiendas de comestibles, restaurantes y más. ¡Fácil de mostrar!
Indicaciones: Tome la salida Carr 200 a Jarretaderas, justo en la primera calle: Pera. El hogar está ubicado en el lado derecho al final de la calle.

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Happening now at Incanto Puerto Vallarta

March 26, 2018

Award-winning Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones will present Mexican folk dances from several states in Mexico, featuring adult and child dancers. One show only, March 31 at 8pm. Present local MX identification for two-for-one tickets.

Jazz, Pop, and Soul recording artist, Daniel LeClaire, who starred in the Original Broadway Tour cast of ‘The Book of Mormon’ and ‘Hairspray’, will present a cabaret show featuring a wide-range of musical genres, accompanied by pianist Dennis Crow. Two nights only, April 2, 3 at 8pm.

Cheko Ruiz & Alex Gonzalez of Gypsy Rumba will have their own show in the piano bar on most Saturdays at 9:30pm starting April 7. Gypsy Rumba will play high-energy Rumba, Flamenco and Latin rhythms with their full band on Sundays at 8pm starting April 8.

Gospelicious Gospel Brunch featuring the Holy Host Singers and pianist/Music Director David Troy Francis. Hosted by Tracy Parks. April 8 & 22 12pm.

Bohemia Viva’s ‘The Sound Garden’ plays on Wednesdays at 6:30pm, with varying theme nights weekly.

Media Luna plays high-energy Flamenco, Rock, Huapango. Special guests. Fridays at 8pm starting April 6 in the main theater.

Classic stage comedy ‘Greater Tuna’, starring Ron Spencer and Tracy Parks is chock-full of eccentric characters with small minds and big hearts. Extended by popular demand! See Incanto’s website for updated dates/times.

In the piano bar

‘Jay-Gee’ Comeau plays piano Mon. and Thurs. at 5pm through March 29.

Singer-songwriter Zoe Wood plays originals/covers on acoustic guitar Mon. at 7:30pm. She will play on Thursdays at 5pm beginning April 5.

Tongo plays Latin/Cuban rhythms on his handmade flutes/drums on Tues. at 7:30pm. Also select mornings starting at 10am with Joby Hernandez on the riverside terrace.

Joby Hernandez plays pop/rock favorites on guitar Wed. at 5pm. Also select mornings daily on the riverside terrace starting at 10am with Tongo.

The Red Suitcases play classic rock/pop Sun. and Wed. at 7:30pm.

Open Mic is Thurs. at 7:30pm.

‘The Joanie Show’ starring Joan Houston and Bob Bruneau Fri. at 5pm.

Bingo with Pearl is Sat. at 4pm. Special guests including Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones and Amber the male belly dancer.

Moruno plays Mediterranean, Arabic, Flamenco Sat. at 7:30pm.

Pianist Dennis Crow plays standards and showtunes Sun. at 5pm, Mon. at 10pm, Tues. at 5pm and Fri. at 7pm with singer Luis Villanueva.

Salsa dancing/lessons is held on Wed. & Sun. at 8pm on the upper terrace. All are welcome.

Happy Hour daily 2-6pm. All-new, ‘The Zen Hour’, is 4-5pm daily with soft music in the piano bar to enjoy a conversation or hold a business meeting. 2×1 show tickets offered during this hour only on select current shows. Limited quantities.

For online tickets with no booking fees and more detailed information visit www.IncantoVallarta.com No cover in the piano bar. Box Office hours are 9am to 11:30pm daily. Casual dining is always available. Beginning April 9, Incanto will be closed on Mondays. Contact General Manager Gilberto Figueroa for group and special event bookings at Incantopv@gmail.com. Incanto is located at Insurgentes 109 (at the Rio Cuale). Call 322 223 9756 for reservations.

INCANTO

Mexico one of the top destinations for Canadians seeking real estate abroad

Mexico one of the top destinations for Canadians seeking real estate abroad

By Yucatan Times on March 23, 2018

According to Harrison Mooney for Vancouver Sun, a new study from international real estate search portal Point 2 Homes ranks the top 30 home-buying destinations for Canadians.

The research is based on Canadian users’ Google searches conducted from January 2017 to January 2018, using keywords regarding homes in the Americas for sale abroad. The countries have been ranked by monthly search volume.

According to the study, Canadians love Mexico. As with a similar report released by Point 2 Homes in 2015, Mexico stands out as the first choice for Canadians buying abroad.

Top International Destinations for Canadians. (Source: vancouversun.com)

The preferred location for Canadians within Mexico is Puerto Vallarta, with 2,940 monthly Google searches. Playa del Carmen, the fastest-growing real estate market in Latin America, is second, with 1,470 searches. Cabo San Lucas is third.

Click here for full article: vancouversun.com

Source: vancouversun.com

Lot / Land For Sale in Tehuamixtle, Tehuamixtle

Beachfront!

• 20544 sqm lot / land – FOR SALE USD950,000 . Rare Opportunity!

in Tehuamixtle, Tehuamixtle

Lote Tehua is located just 75 minutes south of Puerto Vallarta and offers over 120 meters of beachfront and over 2 hectares or 5 acres of land. This lot could be a perfect secluded family retreat or an ecological resort, due to its privacy. The lot is elevated, so the breezes and views are spectacular. The small fishing village is just steps away and the Mayto Hotel and beach is only a 5 minute drive. With pristine beaches, in each direction, for over 25 kilometres, this area is only going to improve in value.

Shown by appointment only.

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Lot / Land For Sale in Tehuamixtle, Tehuamixtle

Beachfront!

• 20544 sqm lot / land – FOR SALE USD950,000 . Rare Opportunity!

in Tehuamixtle, Tehuamixtle

Shown by appointment only.

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2 Storey For Sale in Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Commercial Space very accesible in locally well know location!

• 350 sqm 2 storey – FOR SALE USD489,000 .
MLS® 13084

in Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

This commercial space was used as the retail and wholesale location of a locally known meat packing company for a number of years. The property has great location and accessibility and is fully ready to be re-conditioned to re-start a similar business. The upstairs is ideal for an owner operator or even as a training facility or schooling facility. It has amazing potential for a Chef’s School or Culinary Academy.
Directions: take Fsc Villa towards Pitllal and after Libramiento make a right turn on Benimerito de las Americas until you intersect with Belisario Dominguez

Este espacio comercial se utilizó como la ubicación minorista y mayorista de una empresa localmente conocida de envasado de carne durante varios años. La propiedad tiene una excelente ubicación y accesibilidad, y está totalmente lista para volver a acondicionarse para reiniciar un negocio similar. El piso de arriba es ideal para un operador propietario o incluso como una instalación de entrenamiento o instalación escolar. Tiene un potencial increíble para una escuela de chef o una academia culinaria.
Cómo llegar: tome Fsc Villa hacia Pitllal y después de Libramiento gire a la derecha en Benimerito de las Américas hasta que cruce con Belisario Domínguez.

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WestJet launches new Mexico City flights

WestJet will operate up to 37 daily flights to Mexico.

Non-stop service offered to Mexico City from Calgary, Vancouver

Mexico News Daily | Tuesday, March 20, 2018

The Canadian carrier WestJet is now offering non-stop flights to Mexico City from the Canadian cities of Calgary and Vancouver.

To begin with, the Calgary flight will operate four times a week and Vancouver three. But by the end of April, both flights will operate daily.

“The new service will support the growth of tourism, trade and investment, while strengthening the cultural ties and relationships between our two jurisdictions,” said the Alberta minister of culture and tourism.

The Canadian ambassador to Mexico congratulated the carrier for its maiden flight, remarking that “Mexico is a key partner and ally for Canada.”

Pierre Alarie also said that in the first year following the elimination of the visa requirement for Mexican travelers, there was a 45% increase in Mexican visitors to Canada. “We hope to see this positive trend continue.”

“WestJet is proud to be at the forefront of expanding on vital trade and tourism linkages between Mexico and Canada,” said WestJet president and CEO Ed Sims. “Non-stop, year-round flights from Calgary and Vancouver to Mexico City connect the country to one of the most important major markets in the Americas and expand on growing opportunities for Canada-Mexico tourism.”

WestJet first landed in Mexico in 2007 and now serves 11 cities here from 15 in Canada. With the addition of the two new routes, the carrier will operate up to 37 daily flights during the peak winter period.

Source: Meetings + Incentive Travel (en)