Mazatlan Real Estate Boost

Mazatlan has woken up from a long and heavy lethargy. In the last few years there have been enormous advances in matters of investments, maybe at a speed that we didn’t expect, however it had happened. Even the most reluctant players and those in opposition to the change in the way of seeing things in this beautiful corner of Mexico are understanding, little by little, that Mazatlan could not and should not have been a hostage to “Caciques” (old world bosses) attitudes, the same ones that weakened us for decades in an unpardonable and irresponsible ostracism.
Presently Mazatlan is going through an intense building stage. The constructions are often spectacular like the convention center, the Marina, incredible high rise towers, hotel complexes, golf courses and lot more. The eyes of Real Estate investors around the world have begun to turn toward the most important tourist city on the Sea of Cortez. This is because of a change in the State politics of investments which owes a great deal to the present state administration. They decided to bet every thing on Mazatlan, the most active tourist Development in the State.
The big impulse that the politics of investment has given to Mazatlan has placed it on the cusp of rising investments on a state level. It has generated an unprecedented injection of fresh economic resources in the realm of construction, employment and of course, financing. This spectacular growth in Mazatlan (the same that was projected 30 years ago, there are documents to prove it) should have happened earlier, but lack of vision by local authorities and investors irresponsibly postponed it.
Five years ago it resumed again, very intensely, with the arrival of a new state administration. In addition to excellently carrying out the promotion of investments, changes have been made in the legal and administrative structure so that administrative ties were legal, which they were not for decades and thus were main obstacles to get around.
With the sensational investments that have been generated in Mazatlan and since many of these Developments and Projects are in the first phase of execution or in the planning stages, we are sure that Mazatlan in the short term outlook will go through another boom, which really isn’t any thing different than an explosion in the raising number of all kinds of tourist, visitors and foreigners living here. If you are interested in investing in Mazatlan take a look into Mazatlan Real Estate

Mazatlan Cultural Center And Its Art Evenings.

One of the most relaxing places to spend a great evening is the plaza outside the Angela Peralta Theater. Any evening of the year you will encounter out doors dinning in the many restaurants that have opened around the plaza Machado, but the real draw is the almost nightly performances presented by the “Centro Municipal de las Artes”. The only odd thing about this scenario is that the quality of the performances is extremely high while the price of the tickets is so low. How do they do it? What you hear and see are performances by Orchestras, Opera Companies, Ballet Companies, various ensembles and even name entertainers who are supported on stage by musicians, singers and dancers who are actually students of the institution. The Theater is almost acoustically perfect; the stage is deep enough to handle very large shows and the fact that is an exact restoration from the 1800’s amazes anyone. It is air conditioned and the seats are very comfortable.
The Mazatlan fine arts cultural center opened its doors November 06 1989; the city ancestors had a vision for a local institution that could train talented young people in the fields of music, dance, voice, theater, painting and sculpting. Their dream was to create a school where kids could enter during childhood and graduate as adult professionals in their artistic regimen.
When it began, the cultural arts academic courses were taught at two separate locations. One was comprised of classes that taught classical ballet, painting and sculpting while “Enrique Patrón de Rueda” music school was at a second facility. During the second year the “voice school” was established with the support of two famous musical icons of Sinaloense music who lived in Mazatlan. The youth symphonic Orchestra and the “Angela Peralta Chorus” were also inaugurated.
By 1993, these artistic activities schools were combined with brand new rehearsal rooms and studios right next to the Angela Peralta Theater. The “Municipal Fine Arts Center” was officially born at this time. This consolidation of the schools was possible because of the ample support of local, state and national endowments and public revenues. The new Municipal Fine Arts Center extended its artistic curriculums to include folkloric ballet, theater, cinema and literature. These educational classes produced young performers with the ability to join high quality ensembles like the “Infantile Chorus”, the “Regional Band” and the “Youth Symphony Orchestra”.
In jus a few years, the consolidation has produced a professional school of music, a professional school of contemporary dance and a professional school of voice. Professional Performance Degrees are bestowed on graduates in each of these three regimens.

The Municipal Center of the Arts is located in one of the most famous historical sites in Mazatlan. The structure it occupies today was once one of the first hotels in Mazatlan. Later, it was the residence of Don Manuel Blond, an industrialist who had a theater annex constructed on the property. Later, the house was sold by Blond’s widow and it became the Iturbide Hotel.

In August of 1883, one of the most famous lyric Soprano’s in Mexico history, Diva Angela Peralta, “The Mexican Nightingale”, passed away in suite 10 of the same building that still carries her name 125 years later.

By the end of the 19th century, the second floor of the building became the “Mazatlan Casino” where the elite met daily. The ground floor served as offices for a variety of businesses.
By 1965, the building was turn into an auto mechanics workshop by the mechanic Don Miguel Ramirez Urquijo, locally famous for creating the first “Pulmonia”.

The cultural Arts Center has truly become a magnet that draws concerts lovers to the hart of the historic district. On any given evening you will find people from all walks of life as well as nationality’s flocking to the numerous bistros’ surrounding the Plaza Machado, which is right in front of the institution, for casual dinners and drinks. They come for the atmosphere. They come for the cuisine and cocktails. They come for the music played by sidewalk performers. But most of all they come because this is a place that seems to energize your soul. It is a magical environment that celebrates creativity and harmony. It is unique to this area of Mexico as well as to the world.

As you can appreciate Mazatlan has a lot to offer, that is one of the many reasons why a lot of people have found their home in our paradise Mazatlan. Learn more about Mazatlan Real Estate

More Fishing

It was a good fishing day for Rena and Fernando, they got these beatiful sea bass. Now it is a good time of the year to go fishing. Don't miss the Fun.

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AeroFest

Mazatlan is doubtless a beautiful beach destination, and it has the most exiting activities and events going on all year around. This weekend we had the Aero Fest exhibition, participants from Mexico and United Estates gave this wonderful show. Check the Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwffEgFHQIo

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When to get a FM2 or FM3 Visa

Mexico is a friendly Country and its doors are wide open to welcome foreign to visit short and long-term or to live full time in this beautiful Country. As any Country there are some regulations to follow in the benefit of the Citizenry.
There are different types of Visas that are needed to visit Mexico and depending on the purpose of the visit.
If you are just on short period vacation as tourist you apply for FMM Visa which allow you to visit Mexico for short period of time (less than 6 months) and you can get it at the port entry or with the Airline you are traveling with.

If you are planning to stay in Mexico more than 6 months then you should request a FM3 Visa-Long-term non immigrant Visa. This is a renewable long-term visa and allows you for a non immigrant long-term residency. In order to have a FM3 Visa approve is necessary to be financially able to support your self while you are in Mexico or to prove a steady income for your Country. There is no maximum or minimum amount. When you get your FM3 visa it may be renew for 4 more years (5 years total); then when this time expires another FM3 Visa has to be requested and will be valid for another 5 years (renewable every year).
You can apply for a FM3 Visa with the Mexican Consulate if you aren’t in Mexico or in Mexico when you are for a short stay and using a FMM Tourist Visa.

The FM2 Visa is requested if you want to live in Mexico for longer time periods, more than a year or permanent residency or Mexican Citizenship.
It is not mandatory to have a FM3 Visa before or in order to have a FM2 Visa, and in case you had one it does not apply as reference in the qualification time period. If your main purpose is to get the long-term residency or the Mexican Citizenry then you should request it as soon as possible so your qualification period starts counting.
When you have a FM2 Visa and you have approved the qualification period you are eligible to apply for full residency, once is accepted you obtain full rights and responsibilities as any Mexican; Naturalized Citizens also can vote in Mexican elections. After this you can apply for Mexican for the Mexican Citizenship, but you don’t have to you can have a FM2 visa indefinitely. You don’t have to give up your national passport either you have the FM2 or applied for Citizenship.
If you have a FM2 Visa and leave Mexico staying away for more than 2 years or 5 years in a period of 10 years you lose your permanent residency.

The majority of people who request for this Visa are:
Retirees- People over 50 years old who wants to participate in non-remunerative activities and are receiving founds from their home Country, like a pension, investments or a fixed income.
Investors- People who are interested to invest in Mexico, for Industry or Services.
Professionals- Qualified professionals can have their certificates validated by the Mexican Consulate in your Country and request an immigration Visa. Same for qualified Technicians or Scientist, Mexico issue a Visa that aloud them to live and work in Mexico under the sponsorship of a foreign Company.
Artist and Sports- This people should apply for a FM2 long-term Visa, but each case is considered individually.

It make a lot of sense for people to move in to Mazatlan been the best place to retired because of the wonderful weather, natural beauty, affordability, medical services excellent Mazatlan Real Estate opportunities and over all, knowing that foreign are Welcome MI CASA ES SU CASA.

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Festival Cultural

This is the program for Festival Cultural so if you are in Mazatlan during this time you can plan on the evnts you would like to see.

November 09

Strings Orchestra at San Carlos Borromeo Church 7:30 PM (Free event)

November 12

Theater for Kids “Puppets” in the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frías Street
At 6:00 PM $15 pesos.

November 19

Theater for kids “Puppets Kickapoo” in the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frías Street 6:00 PM $15 pesos

November 21

Theater for kids “Puppets” Vagabundo company from Chile in the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frías Street 5:00 PM $15 pesos

November 23

Play “No sere feliz pero tengo marido” with international actress Laura Zapata at Angela Peralta Theater first show 7:00 PM second show 9:30 PM

November 24

Alberto Cortez (international trova singer) at Angela Peralta Theater 8:00 PM

November 25

Theater for kids “Puppets” Cairo Company from Egypt in the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frías 6:00 PM $15 pesos

November 26

Opera “Il Maestro di Musica” by the profesional opera school in Mazatlan at the Angela Peralta Theater 8:00 PM

November 27

Ballet Folklórico Sinaloense at Olas Altas Street 7:30 PM (Free event)

November 28

Theater for kids “Puppets” La Loca Company from Colombia in the Corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frías 6:00 PM $15 pesos

November 30

Camerata Mazatlan (chamber music) at Divino Redentor church 7:30 Free event

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El Santuario Spa

How nice it is to have the best Spa in the city just a few steps from home! Well, that is how our owners feel; as part of the facilities at Marina Costa Bonita there is El Santuario Spa an extraordinary place to be pampered.
Surrounded by nature El Santuario Spa delights you with relaxation and beauty treatments making the perfect connection of soul and body to create balance.
You can start your day Spa with the Temazcal (steam room) and then relax enjoying a cool drink while you are enchanted by the singing of birds in the salt and fresh water ponds to close your pores. The next step is to have an exfoliation and body wrap made with the best quality ingredients made just for your skin type leaving it soft and smooth.
A relaxing massage and facial after this, the combination of magic expert hands and the peaceful beauty of our facilities will make your Spa experience as the best ever!

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