Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

It’s High Season Inside Vallarta!

You've just arrived in one of Mexico's most desired vacation destinations! The excitement of finally being here is contagious, and you're catching that same vibe from every other visitor you'll meet or pass through the eclectic neighborhoods inside Vallarta. Here are some top tips on making the most of your time benefitting yourself and the local citizens and businesses.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Summer Travel Doesn’t Have to End!

Now is a beautiful time of year to travel to your dream destination. Late Summer through early Fall can be the perfect time for a long-awaited journey. Opportunity is available far and wide to book and enjoy that anticipated vacation! Discover why a great trip is still available to offer you the chance to enjoy the last weeks of lazy, hazy Summer fully.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Spotlightlight: Nashville

Nashville is far more than the epi-center of country music. In this sprawling metropolis, you'll find warm hospitality, comfort food, culture, and Tennessee whisky for a perfect getaway to the aptly-named Music City!

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

New Discoveries Inside Vallarta

So much of my time in Puerto Vallarta is spent walking for miles, hopping on buses, and using taxis to explore and get lost in the sights and sounds of Mexico’s Pacific Coast’s most popular tourist destination. I love sharing what I learn about people, recommending new places, and offering options to help make the most of your visit!

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Cherry Blossoms Bring Spring to DC

One of the most exciting seasonal events to look forward to in Washington, DC, is the weeks of Spring Cherry Blossoms each year! Thousands go to stroll the Tidal Basin, but it is worth walking with the crowds to enjoy this short-lived natural phenomenon.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Being in Brussels

Are you fond of ornate Gothic architecture and landmark modernist buildings like the Atomium in Brussels? Do you enjoy Belgian food and lambic-styled brews? Would you love to indulge in the world’s best chocolates? Find out some of the many reasons why this European hub should be on your destination list.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Inside Vallarta: Industrious Men

Hola! Puerto Vallarta is recognized as a global tourist destination as well as an influencer in almost any industry imagined. The enterprising and hardworking men affect so much here, adding to the ever-growing map of this illustrious city. That includes the impact of the thriving restaurant and music scenes, the inviting outdoor spaces for cultural visibility, and assisting tourists in spending time and choosing where to go. While there are so many to select from, let me introduce five gentlemen I know who continue to place their mark in Vallarta while adding to the friendly factor, economy, and the city's growth.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Travel Trends for Fall 2022

Even with shorter days on the horizon, the appetite for travel is still more robust than ever as we approach summer's end. Consider the choices and priorities on how to spend an extended vacation or shorter getaway with more unique activities, fewer crowds to be overwhelmed with when exploring, and less expensive reservations.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Vail, CO: 10 Tips for a Mountain Getaway

Five memory-making days in Vail are enough for exploring the great outdoors and the history of this Rocky Mountain destination. Use these ten tips to make the most of your time there!

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Book a Staycation Vacation!

Congested global destinations, canceled flights, and high gas prices . . . oh, MY! After two years of almost non-existent travel, we all have been excited to return to it. We looked forward to hitting the open road, flying the friendly skies, and sailing the seas for vacation. Now we regularly face changing our plans, sometimes daily, sometimes hourly.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Inside Vallarta: Women Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurial women are steadily impacting Puerto Vallarta’s economic and cultural growth. This stunning tropical destination is firmly planted, taking deep root on the global map as “The Friendliest City in the World" for visitors and residents.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Chasing Sunsets Inside Vallarta!

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico has the world’s most amazing sunsets! Here are 5 of the best spots throughout PV to enjoy the best sunsets that will leave you in awe.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Villa Sorpresa, Old Town Puerto Vallarta

Villa Sorpresa was a fantastic choice for a recent vacation in Puerto Vallarta’s vibrant Old Town. I wanted just the right place to feel at home, chill out in a peaceful atmosphere, be safe, and have the opportunity to meet other travelers if I chose.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Spotlight: Banner Elk, NC

Nestled high in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina's High Country is the uber-popular small resort village, Banner Elk.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Where Were You On 9/11?

Exactly 20 years ago. September 11, 2001. A day like no other. Ever. Wherever you were, it's unlikely your memory has blurred.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Spotlight: Great Malvern, UK

Named as one of the best places in the UK to live, Great Malvern has the relaxed and laid-back country vibe you'd expect while still offering the amenities of a big city. It's close to Worcester's more populated outlying town and the Cotswolds, both comfortably reachable by taxi or train.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

Vallarta Botanical Gardens

While known as a popular Mexican tourist destination, many people don't know that just outside of town is the spectacular Vallarta Botanical Gardens.

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Kathleen Forte Kathleen Forte

FATVillage: A Creative Oasis in Fort Lauderdale

You don't have to be unconventional to experience the action and dynamic art scene of the unconventional FATVillage (Flagler, Arts, and Technology), which is part of Ft. Lauderdale's trendy Flagler Village neighborhood!

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