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Playa Camarones will become the first beach in the municipality to receive the prestigious Playa Platino (Platinum Beach) Certification, this high-level national distinction will be formally presented at the 5th Sustainable Beaches Summit in Cancún, Quintana Roo, at the end of October. The Playa Platino Certification is awarded by the Mexican Institute of Standardization and … Read more

Puerto Vallarta is officially transitioning into the high season for international cruise tourism this October. The city is expecting a robust month with 20 scheduled ship arrivals, a forecast that promises a significant economic boost for the entire destination. The highlight of the month will be five double dockings, where two cruise ships will call … Read more

Puerto Vallarta has concluded a successful promotional tour across Central Mexico’s Bajío region, aiming to solidify its status as a top national destination. The caravan targeted key cities, including Aguascalientes, León, San Luis Potosí, Querétaro, and Morelia, drawing over 300 travel agents. Working with major wholesalers, the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust presented the city’s diverse … Read more

Porter Airlines is significantly boosting its winter flight schedule, increasing total sunny destination flights by 25% for the 2025–2026 season. This major expansion focuses on strengthening connectivity between Canada and popular warm-weather destinations, including Mexico’s Pacific coast. Crucially for West Coast travel, Porter will be increasing capacity on its existing route to Puerto Vallarta from … Read more

The government of Jalisco has officially delivered the completed Las Juntas Vehicular Interchange in Puerto Vallarta. The new interchange is strategically located at the intersection of Federal Highway 200 and State Highway 544 (Mascota-Las Palmas-Puerto Vallarta). It is an integrated proposal featuring a primary elevated bridge, complemented by surface-level turnarounds and left-turn lanes to ensure … Read more

Construction on the new Terminal Building (NET) at Puerto Vallarta International Airport is progressing rapidly, currently reporting a 54% completion rate. The massive expansion project, which is set to finalize by the end of next year, will nearly double the airport’s operational capacity while setting new standards for sustainability and technology. The project is a … Read more

In celebration of International Tourism Day 2025, the Puerto Vallarta City Council, through its Directorate of Economic Promotion and Tourism, honored local businesses and institutions for their outstanding commitment to sustainability and environmental best practices. Alejandra Cornejo Cornejo, Director of Economic Promotion and Tourism, emphasized that this year’s celebration focused squarely on sustainable transformation, aligning … Read more

Puerto Vallarta experienced heightened tourism as two cruise ships, the Serenade of the Seas and the Celebrity Summit, arrived at the port a few days ago. The simultaneous docking of these vessels brought thousands of international tourists, who enjoyed the city’s beaches, culture, and famous hospitality. The first ship to arrive was the Serenade of … Read more

Puerto Vallarta is strengthening its community safety with updated emergency protocols. Personnel from the local Civil Protection and Fire Department recently participated in a training session on the New State Standard for Human and Fire Safety, led by Sergio Ramírez López, Director General of the Jalisco State Civil Protection and Fire Unit. The training is … Read more

With an eye on the upcoming 2026 World Cup, Puerto Vallarta is currently hosting the 14th annual Civil Aviation Security Symposium. The event, organized by the Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), brings together top aviation and security experts to discuss the challenges and best practices for managing large-scale events. This year’s symposium is focused on … Read more

The long-awaited modernization of Puerto Vallarta’s public transportation system is finally within reach. New details confirm that the city is set to receive a fleet of new buses, including 21 electric units and 75 gas-powered vehicles, which will significantly upgrade local service and reduce environmental impact. Luis Alberto Romero Chávez, President of the Unibus PV … Read more

Puerto Vallarta has officially joined an exclusive group of distinguished properties, as the Hotel Patio Azul has been inducted into the prestigious Association of Haciendas and Mansions of Jalisco. The hotel received its official plaque in a ceremony led by Jalisco’s Secretary of Tourism, Michelle Fridman Hirsch, and Sergio Montaño, the association’s president. Fernando García … Read more