Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - Since its opening in 2005, Vallarta Botanical Garden (VBG) has won numerous international awards, and now they have been nominated by a panel of experts to compete against 20 of the best gardens and arboretums in North America for a spot on USA Today's '10 Best' list for 2018.

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In this case, they are searching for the 10 best public and botanical gardens on the continent, and VBG is the only Botanical Garden in Mexico to have been nominated! To be eligible, all of the gardens must help to promote and conserve the plant diversity of our planet, while showcasing their vast collections in stunning, visitor friendly ways.

Just a short drive from Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Botanical Garden is situated 1,300 Ft above sea level in the highlands of Cabo Corrientes. In addition to exploring the 64 acres of native tropical plants and flowering trees, visitors will discover fascinating botanical collections, impressive plant conservatories, and adventurous trails through the forest preserve.

As the Banderas Bay region's most popular living museum, the VBG also hosts a variety of family-friendly community events that aim to educate Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors on the importance of environmental stewardship and appreciation for our natural wonders.

In short, there's always something new to discover at the VBG, so help us promote our special Botanical Garden and beautiful Puerto Vallarta by Clicking HERE to vote for Vallarta Botanical Garden in USA Today's 10 Best Botanical Gardens in North American contest. Votes may be submitted once a day, every day, until the polls close on Monday, April 30 at noon ET. The winners, chosen by you, will be announced on Friday, May 4.