Puerto Vallarta May 2010

So, we just got back last night from our Mexico vacation. We went to Puerto Vallarta for my (35th!!!) birthday and for Mother's day.  We have been looking forward to this trip for months, and it did not disappoint.  We usually stay at a hotel in the old, quaint part of town- south of the river. It is called Playa Los Arcos, and is really beautiful and we love the location. Unfortunately, they do not allow children to stay in the suites, so we went on VRBO and booked a condo about a block north of our usual place. This part of Puerto Vallarta is called viejo vallarta- or the old town, and the beach is called Los Muertos and is the prettiest beach, I think. The streets are cobblestone and is has a very authentic mexican feel. There are numerous great restaurants, clubs, and shops and there are no big american hotels here. 

So, the condo we stayed at was terrific- it was HUGE and right on a beautiful beach. The owner calls it Casa McMullen and I linked to her vrbo, although the pictures she has listed do not even come close to doing the place justice. It is literally gorgeous- the whole wall of the condo opens up onto an enormous deck, and you are practically hanging over the ocean- amazing! Lauren had her own room and bathroom (spoiled, right?).  Jeff has been talking about making this an annual trip and staying in the same place- I might agree. The restaurant that is on the first floor of the building also serves on the beach, and is called Epoca- it is fantastic and we ate there alot.

Jeff and Lauren in the "living room" ( I was trying to take a picture of them but she wouldn't hold still)

Me on the deck (cannot believe I am posting a bathing suit photo- but wth!)