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Well for starters, yes food is high and rising in the states, but so is it here in Vallarta.
Many items are much higher here than the states
Cost of living is high all over now.
You have costco, sam's, walmart, home depot, office depot, office max and many other stores from the states, however saying that, the costs for the same items here compared to the states is much higher here.
It is all relevant regarding rent, gas depending on how much you use your car and the model.
The cinema's here (movie theater) are great. There are 3 large ones with stadium seating like any where.
Very clean, english speaking with spanish sub titles.
Bars on windows for safety, many people have them and that is a good idea,
I have french door windows, so I am protected and have other safety features.
Vallarta basically crime free compared to other places, but it is not what it used to be. More people here now and a lot of building in the way of condo'setc.
Vallarta is great, like one of the other posts mention, come down for 1-6 months and see if you like it. April-Oct. is the low season. Summer months June through Oct. rain, humid meaning hot.
It is fun to speak spanish when in mexico however you can get along fine without it. I do. Takes a little longer but in the end all is well.
High season, Nov-March there is lots of talent here so many re-produced broadway shows are on going.
Home tours, botanical garden tours much more.
Great dining, very casual for the most part.
Hope this helps you a little.
Just my 2 cents worth.
Enjoy and good luck.

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