Dia Una Puerto Vallarta

Friday, April 30th, 4:25am. Still no power. Tired. Excited. The cab pulls up to the front of the house. So far so good.

Breakfast in Portland.

Lunch in Phoenix.

Dinner in Puerto Vallarta!


Skies were overcast around the bay so it was quite a site when we descended through the clouds and found our plane was now swooping into a valley with low mountains on both sides. Landing gear down.

"Ladies and gentlemen on behalf of US Airways we'd like to welcome you to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico."

Wild cheers erupted as the throngs of college kids eagerly rushed toward the airplane door.

Not.

The plane, which was at 2/3 capacity, mostly middle aged tourist types, was vacated quickly. The Puerto Vallarta Airport was clean, equipment on the ground looked new. And the baggage claim and customs area had been recently redone with polished marble everywhere.

Customs was very efficient and very friendly.

Its a very pleasant airport and certainly nothing to be intimidated by. Certainly there are the usual people at the exit asking if you need a cab and if you'd rather not fight with them call Noe.

Pronounced No-eh! Rhymes with no way!

No-eh Jose! Was the joke in his very clean leather upholstered white Chevy Suburban.

On our way from the airport to Villa Calliente, Noe, pointed out many restaurants that are worth while, good ares for shopping (and over priced areas), pointed out a few sites along the way and before we knew it we where here.



Claudia the house manager met us at the entrance, gave us a tour, and introduced us to the house keeper who had Margaritas, fresh fruit, homemade quacamole and pico de gallo, and chicken tacos and cheese quesadillas. YUM! I mean... DELICIOSO!


Corona's in the fridge, rooftop pool and patio, and truly amazing views of Conchas Chinas and the bay. This villa is a great value at full price. It is a steal at the summer rate they are currently charging. Of all the villas in the VillasAndCondos.com portfolio I can't imagine how you could find a better place for your money.

Check out a few pictures I snappen of the villa and the surrounding hillside and bay. Then check out all the details on Villa Caliente here: http://www.villasandcondos.com/locations/puerto_vallarta/villa_caliente/puerto-vallarta-vacation-home-rental-villa-caliente.html