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Beaches: Blessed with 25 miles of golden
beaches within spectacular Banderas Bay, Vallarta presents
limitless possibilities for enjoying the Pacific.
Currency, Banks & Money Exchange:
The peso is the national currency, although US dollars
are widely accepted in businesses throughout town. Major
credit cards are also accepted in most establishments.
Banks offer currency
exchange during business hours, which are generally
Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm, with a few offering
at least morning service on Saturdays. Universal ATMs
are broadly available for cash withdrawals from global
cash cards; money exchange and hotels also offer currency
exchange services.
Business Hours: Most shopping malls
are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., continuously.
Many downtown businesses and shops tend to close between
2 p.m. and 4 p.m. for lunch.
Climate: Vallarta enjoys a warm, tropical
climate year-round, with average daytime temperatures
of 80º F (27º C), and cooler evening temperatures
in the winter months.
Summers are sunny, with afternoon rains - just enough
to cool off the air for evening activities more
on weather in vallarta>>.
Electricity: Mexico operates on the
same 110-volt current as the United States, so electrical
adapters are not needed.
Flights/Gateways:
Over 450 flights per week service PV's International
airport, from gateways throughout the US, Canada and
Mexico. International carriers include Aeromexico, Alaska,
American Airlines, America West, Continental and Mexicana
- more>>.
Geography / Location: Located in the
heart of Mexico's Pacific coastline, Vallarta is within
easy reach of the US and Canada. It is encircled by
the rugged, tropical Sierra Madre mountains to the east
and fronted by the Bay of Banderas, Mexico's largest
natural bay. map >>
Hotel Rooms: Over 22,000, in a wide
variety of price ranges and styles. reserve
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Medical: Modern medical facilities
are available through several private hospitals, with
insured, emergency
health care and emergency air-evacuation services
also available.
Population: Vallarta is home to 350,000
residents and attracts almost 3 million visitors annually.
Safety: This town enjoys a healthy
economy and stable political environment. A special
tourist police corps is on hand to provide assistance
and directions.
Water Quality: Tap water is of a very
high standard, even so, purified water is standard in
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