Responsible Whale Watching Catches On: Local whale-watching evangelist Keith May couldn’t be happier.

Kahlua: Few can resist being seduced by this popular liqueur made from Mexican coffee, and many include it in their list of gifts to bring back home.

Traditional Jalisco Candies: A visit to Puerto Vallarta would not be sweet enough without these delicacies.

Behind the Scenes at a Talavera Factory: As you discover Puerto Vallarta, it is difficult to miss the ubiquitous oval-shaped ceramic door signs outside many of its buildings, or the square hand-painted tiles that adorn their different rooms, or the ornate plant holders, picture frames, plates, mugs and even bathroom sinks available for sale in many of our gift shops. This is talavera.

Pan Dulce: Take a close look at one of Mexico's most enduring traditions: freshly baked sweet breads available just about anywhere you go! (Slide Show)

Hot Spot: The Marina Vallarta Malecon: Peaceful and pretty and a world apart from the hurly-burly of town, yet just 15 minutes away, this is the perfect place for those who dare to dream.

Day in Sayulita: Sayulita is a day-tripper’s dream come true. It’s just what the quixotic traveler yearns for: a picturesque fishing village on a palm-fringed curve of sand with clean waters, lush jungles and incredible beaches to explore.

What’s in a Name, Anyway?: What’s in a name? Well, at the video store, a clue as to what movie we’re holding in our hands would be nice! Most of the movies in Puerto Vallarta were made in English and then translated for the Mexican market - and we certainly don’t mean literally - their titles sometimes differ so vastly from the originals that they boggle the mind.

We Bid Chef Roger Adieu: If you were here during the ‘90s, chances are you’ll remember with fondness the late Swiss-born chef Roger Dreier and his namesake restaurant Chef Roger — the place to go in Puerto Vallarta for nearly a decade and a half.

Alfonso Bernal: Growing up beside the Cuale River with its constant flow toward the sea, Alfonso Bernal Romero gained a perspective on life that keeps his feet on the ground.