Beautiful
3.Bedroom
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Swimming
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Q. Do I need a passport to travel to Mexico?A. The US Department of State has announced a plan called the "Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative," designed to enhance border security, which will require people traveling between the United States and the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada to have a passport to enter or re-enter the United States. Citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico and Bermuda will be affected.Beginning January 23 2007, a passport will be required for all air and sea travel to or from Mexico and Canada. Canadian and Mexican citizens, and US citizens returning from Canada or Mexico, will be required to present a passport to enter or re-enter the United States. For American citizens, click here for information For Canadian citizens, click here for information
Back to TopQ. Is it necessary to rent a car?A. A car is handy, but not absolutely necessary. The bus service is very good as a bus leaves every 15 to 20 minutes along the highway (about an 8 to 10 minute walk from the house) and heads directly into downtown Puerto Vallarta (via the many stops along the way). You can easily take the bus in the other direction to Punta De Mita or Destiladaros beach--about 15 minutes away. If you do rent a car there is secure off street parking provided within the walls of Casa Tabachines. We highly recommend you contact Gecko Rent a Car in Bucerias for your car rental needs. Buses are privately owned and some look a bit funky but they get you where you want to go and you are woven into the Mexican fabric as you journey. Don't be surprised if an entertainer leaps on board to belt out a song about lost love and overdue rent. Mexicans tend to tip a few pesos whether the entertainment is Vegas caliber or not. Back to TopQ. Where can I buy groceries?A. There are several small grocery stores in the area. You probably will want to stop on your way from the airport to pick up some supplies and we will provide that information with your final documents. Unless you are on a special diet, most foods can be obtained in the Puerto Vallarta area. Be sure to bring along your Sam's Club Card as there is a new Sam's Club and Wal-Mart not far from the airport.Back to TopQ. What clothes do I need to bring?A.
Shorts,
tee shirts and bathing suites. Long
pants aren't necessary unless you really like dressing
up for dinner. There are
only a few place in downtown
Puerto Vallarta that have a
dress code and require long pants--other
than that a clean tee shirt and shorts will do. January
through March the evenings may get a little cool, so a
sweater or lightweight jacket might be in order. If
you plan to travel inland, the evenings are considerable cooler so long plants
and a jacket should be packed. As with any tropical
area you could experience rain showers so it would be wise to pack a
lightweight fold up umbrella. Don't worry though, if you do get wet the
sun will dry you off in no time! Be sure to pack good walking shoes as the
streets are paved with cobblestones and you won't want to twist an ankle.
Remember not to over pack--although everyone does!
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As much, or as little as you want to do. We can provide details of the many nearby
activities that include the best places for swimming,
You might just want to relax poolside and sip on a cool one, or take a few steps down to the private sunbathing terrace. A few more steps down, takes you to the beach palapa on a raised terrace. Just a few more steps down and through a locked gate and you will be on the sand, and a short walk over to the marina, or a 10 minute walk to Playa La Manzanilla --La Cruz's beautiful swimming beach.Remember, it's your vacation, so do it your way. Back to TopQ. Are there good restaurants and places for evening entertainment?A. We keep an updated list of great local restaurants in La Cruz and Bucerias, including a wonderful street taco restaurant in La Cruz that you won't want to miss. We also have a list of establishments that provide evening entertainment. For a map of La Cruz streets and some of the great restaurants in the village, please refer to the About the Area Page of this website.Back to TopQ. Where are the golf courses?
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As follows:
Marina Vallarta Golf Located in Marina Vallarta, (about 30 minutes from La Cruz) operated by Club Corporation of America, this 18-hole course offers clubhouse, golf carts, caddies, pro shop, dining, driving range, putting green, pro service, golf lessons, course snack cart and showers. Flamingos Golf Course Located in Nuevo Vallarta (about 15 minutes from La Cruz) this public 18-hole course offers a driving range, putting green, snack bar and golf lessons. Also has tennis courts. Four Seasons Golf Club This Punta de Mita gem boasts an 18-hole course of which eight fairways are waterfront. Jack Nicklaus designed this private course with a spectacular optional island green for the third hole. Planned for the future are two more 18-hole golf courses. Mayan Palace Resort in Nuevo Vallarta has a full service 18-hole course. Paradise Village Resort in Nuevo Vallarta.Club Vista Operated by Club Corporation of America, was the site of the EMC World Cup Golf Championship from December 12-15, 2002. It has two 18-hole golf courses now open. They are located on the hillside behind Puerto Vallarta. |
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