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Travelers from the Golden State will soon have a new way to reach the beautiful beaches of Puerto Vallarta. Southwest Airlines has announced that it will begin offering direct weekly flights between Sacramento, California, and Puerto Vallarta starting on March 8, 2025. This new service, operating on Saturdays, will expand the airline’s international route offerings. The addition … Read more

The Puerto Vallarta-Santa Barbara Sister Cities Committee is inviting the community to a cultural fundraising event titled “¡Vive la Fiesta!” on September 13th at 7:00 PM at the Teatro Vallarta. The event will feature performances by the Vallarta Azteca Folkloric Group, singers Iliann Herenka and José María Curiel, and the Marrachí Internacional de México. Proceeds … Read more

As the summer vacation period comes to a close, Puerto Vallarta is reporting an impressive average occupancy rate of 80%, according to the Municipal Tourism and Economic Development Department. Cristian Preciado Cázares, head of the department, stated that this summer season has been “very successful” for the beach destination. Preliminary data from the Jalisco State Tourism Secretariat … Read more

Puerto Vallarta has experienced a significant economic surge this summer, with tourism generating approximately 3.5 billion pesos (approximately US$208 million). According to data from the city’s Tourism Promotion and Publicity Trust (Fidetur), nearly 240,000 tourists visited the destination during the summer break. The Fidetur, which is affiliated with the Jalisco State Tourism Secretariat (Secturjal), reported that … Read more

The Fundación Andrea 3.21, in partnership with the Mexican Association of Insurance and Bonding Agents (AMASFAC) Puerto Vallarta Chapter, invites everyone to the third annual Carrera por la Inclusión Andrea 3.21 / AMASFACtón 2024. This inclusive run will be held on Sunday, September 8th, starting at 7:30 AM at the explanada of the Agustín Flores Contreras Sports … Read more

The PGA Tour has officially announced its schedule for the 2025 FedExCup season, and the highly anticipated Mexico Open at Vidanta is set to make its return to Puerto Vallarta. Marking the fourth edition of this prestigious tournament, the Mexico Open will be held from February 17-23, 2025, at the stunning Vidanta Vallarta course. This announcement comes as … Read more

The Mayor-Elect of Banderas Bay, Héctor Santana, announced that the construction of the Federaciones Bridge, which will connect Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas over the Ameca River, has been officially approved. This decision was confirmed during a historic visit to Nayarit by the president of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, and president-elect Claudia Sheinbaum. Santana, … Read more

In response to growing demand for travel to Puerto Vallarta, Canadian airlines are increasing their flight frequencies and capacities. WestJet, a major Canadian carrier, will be significantly expanding its service to the popular Mexican destination.For the upcoming 2024-2025 winter season, WestJet will boost its flights from Winnipeg to Puerto Vallarta to a maximum of seven weekly departures, … Read more

In observance of International Indigenous Peoples Day, the municipal government of Puerto Vallarta, led by interim mayor Francisco José Martínez Gil, reaffirmed its dedication to protecting the rights and promoting the rich cultural heritage of indigenous communities. The event, organized by the Instituto Vallartense de Cultura (IVC) in collaboration with the Municipal DIF System, took place at … Read more

The city of Puerto Vallarta recently commemorated the 92nd anniversary of its iconic twin lighthouses with a special photo exhibition in the Matamoros Street Lookout. Hosted by the Instituto Vallartense de Cultura (IVC) and the Department of Tourism and Economic Development, in collaboration with the ROMPE Collective, the event showcased a collection of historic photographs capturing … Read more

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has announced the upcoming inauguration of key infrastructure projects in Nayarit, including the Tepic-Compostela highway section and the Puerto Vallarta bypass. Scheduled for September 29-30, these projects are part of an agreement with Mota-Engil Latin America and aim to enhance regional connectivity. During the inauguration, López Obrador will also visit the Islas … Read more

The renowned hospitality destination will welcome over 220 top-tier concierges from around the world for the XXII Pan-American Congress of Les Clefs d’Or. The event will take place from August 19-23 at the Hilton Riviera Vallarta. The congress serves as a platform for knowledge sharing and networking among members of the prestigious Les Clefs d’Or association. … Read more