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Gosh, what a place... anything you write will probably not do it justice. However, from the time I stepped off the plane the first time I came to Puerto Vallarta, I felt at home. The people are the nicest you will ever meet, and you cannot beat the weather. Even during the rainy season, it is still 80 degrees out! I would recommend giving yourself as much time to see the sights as possible. I would go to Las Caletas, where you can either relax on the beach, or take part in water activities like sea kayaking, snorkeling or scuba diving. Go to Andale (a pub) to see the quirkiest mix of mexicans, expatriates and tourists ever. If you are in to dancing, go to the Zoo, the party doesn't get hopping till around midnight, but the waiters there are the best and once things are off and running you can count on partying until sunrise. For food, I'd hit up Pipi's, if only for the show they put on, while making your guacomole. La Palapa, if you want a romantic dinner on the beach. Barros Burros has pretty good food, and its cheap. Also, you can't go without seeing the Templo de Guadalupe and walking along the Malecon (boardwalk) at sunset. There is a flea market at the north end of Rio Cuale that is good for finding nice silver jewlery and souveneir trinkets. The blanket man on the second floor is a sweet heart and will make you the best deal. I could write a million more things... but hopefully this helps!

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5 June 2005 | A Yahoo! User

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