Puerto Vallarta Hits 1 Million Visitors in Early 2026
Puerto Vallarta welcomed 1 million visitors in early 2026, signaling a powerful tourism rebound and global confidence in Mexico’s Pacific coast.
PV & Bay News/Blog
Puerto Vallarta welcomed 1 million visitors in early 2026, signaling a powerful tourism rebound and global confidence in Mexico’s Pacific coast.
Puerto Vallarta’s new Terminal 2 reaches 54% completion, set to open in early 2027 with 100% solar energy and capacity for 8 million passengers.
The Puente Amado Nervo could open by July-August 2026, three months early. The bridge cuts travel time 25 minutes between Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas.
Puerto Vallarta hotels project 90-95% occupancy for Semana Santa 2026. Operation Lifesaver mobilizes as Easter tourism surge hits the Pacific coast.
Puerto Vallarta approved its first municipal animal shelter and adoption center, a phased project to improve animal welfare and public health.
Riviera Nayarit is setting the pace for sustainable tourism in Latin America, with 40% eco-certified hotels and a target of 60% by year-end.
Puerto Vallarta welcomed 1 million visitors in early 2026 and recovered hotel occupancy within weeks, with Easter bookings intact.
Puerto Vallarta is bracing for a massive wave of maritime tourism as 27 cruise ships are scheduled to dock during April 2026. Following the third session of the ASIPONA Puerto Vallarta Operations Committee, officials confirmed that this surge will bring the total number of arrivals for the first four months of the year to 72. … Read more
Puerto Vallarta is preparing to transform its iconic cobblestone alleys and steep stairways into a high-octane racetrack for the 2026 Urban Downhill competition on May 1 and 2. This extreme mountain biking event will feature 40 elite riders from over 10 countries, including global stars like Rémy Métailler, Kilian Bron, Jhony Salido, and Bienvenido Aguado. … Read more
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas officially launched the Semana Santa 2026 Security Operation. This coordinated effort between Jalisco and Nayarit involves hundreds of military and civilian personnel, including the Navy, National Guard, and local Municipal Police. The operation, which runs through April 12, is designed to manage the massive … Read more
Puerto Vallarta International Airport now operates 54 routes with over 1,000 weekly flights. Terminal 2 expansion will double capacity by 2026.
The 31st GALA Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit closed with 750+ industry leaders and thousands of deals, signaling strong tourism momentum for the region.