Relaxing Time...

Norma getting a message from Ivan

Song of the Week

Norma's Favorite song Besame Mucho has been the song we keep hearing everywhere we go! She has loved it!

Familiar Faces...

Las Palamas on the Malecon is always a stop when in downtown Puerto Vallarta because from year to year we get to see the familiar faces of the sweet staff that work there!

2012

2009

Drink of the Vacation

While we have had our share of margaritas, mojitos, sangria, and tequila -- the drink of the vacation this year has been the Mud Slide. We recommend one a day with a smile!!!

Mud Slide Recipe

1 oz. Vodka

1 oz. Kahlua

1 oz. Bailey Irish Cream

I oz. Cream

1 cup crushed ice

chocolate syrup to drizzle inside glass

whip cream (optional)

Drizzle glass with chocolate syrup. In a blender, combine vodka, coffee liqueur,  Irish cream liqueur, and crushed ice. Drizzle in Chocolate syrup. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and garnish with whipped cream if desire.

Note: May also substitute vanilla or coffee ice cream and blend.

Life is Too Short...

...for dull vacations! So vacation where  you can taste lots of tequila! We sampled almond, cream, coffee, pomegranate, coconut,  chocolate, and plain old non-flavored! So good!!! Of course I bought 3 flavors!

Orange ~ Vaca Color

Long before orange was noted as the fashion color of the season, Norma was on an orange kick this year with a purse, sweater, T's and more. She has carried it  in to our vacation and it's spilled over to Tai in her clothes, swimsuits and even her toes.

Arms of Color

Art Walk

The heart of Puerto Vallarta's Centro Historico is alive with art galleries showcasing paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and photography produced by emerging artists mixed with masters.  You can stroll the cobblestone streets from October through May every Wednesday as the galleries host  an ""Art Walk"  complete with cocktails and Mexican hospitality. misc. pics I recommend ending the experience with dinner at Cafe des Artistes -- one of my favorite spots in PV!

Cafe des Artistes

Mother Daughter Time Divine!

Tai Collins & Norma Collins

Villa Amor

Sayulita's Villa Amor is simply mesmerizing. From the moment you arrive, you are greeting by the whoosh of the waves and salsa music filling the air. Perched on the hill, it's an alcove of paradise. 

Don Pedro's the the Cuccione Family

Come all the way to Mexico to see friends from Vancouver. Tai was happy for her mom to share time with a special family she feels a part of. We shared lunch at Don Pedro's, a fabulous little restaurant on the main beach in Sayulita. Tai loves the food as the chef used to work at some of her favorite spots at home in California.

Anna Cuccione, Gloria Cuccione, grandma Anna Cuccione, Armando Cuccione, Domenic Cuccione, Mike Cuccione, Karla Cuccione, Tai Collins, Norma Collins

Oh Sayulita!

Puerto Vallarta wouldn't be complete without a trip to Sayulita! I love this charming colorful little beach town.

Quote of the Day!

"Come on in. Look around and buy 
some things you have no need for!"

~ Local Puerto Vallarta Merchant

Norma's Colorful Shopping

Succulent Mango!

Mango is without a doubt one of my favorite fruits. And you won't find a place where it's more succulent than in Mexico! Fabulous in a margarita, salad, salsa, or smoothie -- I like it best just peeled al la natural. I bite into it letting the juices run down my chin and I am in heaven! Mangos are sold all around town cut cut a little lime and chili on top for added flavor.

We'll Take Two!

While strolling down the river walk, Tai & Norma saw this scarf/sarong in a store window and immediately ran in to see if they had two! The colors and scene depict the Mexico we love and it will make us happy just t wear it. Even though it's pretty and fun enough to frame!

Hacienda San Angel

Hacienda San Angel is a must see in Puerto Vallarta! Breath-taking tropical gardens surround this boutique hotel. While it would be a dream to stay in, I recommend brunch or dinner. The hotel is perched high above the narrow cobblestone streets offering an incredibly view of the renowned Guadalupe Church straight through to the ocean. The Swiss Chef has an open kitchen that prepares food that is presented as luscious as it tastes.

Vacation Obsession

Tequila Tasting at Mama Lucia

A fun day trip about an hour outside of Puerto Vallarta is Mama Lucia's Hacienda.

Tai  & Norma sampled eight flavors of tequila -- and then had a margarita to top it off. 

Beautiful setting.