Puerto Vallarta celebrates an extraordinary year of global recognition, earning four 2025 Travvy Awards - including Best Destination, Culinary, and Honeymoon Destination in Mexico - while also being named among the world’s best small cities by Condé Nast Traveler and other major awards.
Puerto Vallarta’s Malecón is getting a major upgrade, with renovations to Malecón 2 and expansion to Hidalgo Park progressing ahead of schedule. The project adds new lighting, furniture, and essential drainage upgrades. Mayor Munguía expects completion by Dec 15.
A wave of excitement is sweeping across the Banderas Bay region as the first humpback whales - an advance party for the hundreds that will follow - have been sighted. While their presence is a spectacular sight, the official whale watching season doesn't begin in Puerto Vallarta until December 8, and tours are currently prohibited.
Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit restaurants are shining with multiple nominations for the prestigious 2025 CANIRAC Restaurant Merit Award! These top honors, celebrating culinary excellence and quality, will be presented at the La Sazón de la Experiencia Summit on November 12-13 in Zapopan, Jalisco.
Puerto Vallarta municipal authorities recently visited the Vallarta Zoo to assess the condition of its facilities and the welfare of its animals following a PROFEPA inspection. Officials confirmed the animals are well cared for and announced plans to strengthen conservation efforts.
After being damaged by Hurricane Priscilla in early October, Puerto Vallarta's Boca de Tomates Turtle Camp has completed the rehabilitation of its main nesting pen. The restored enclosure now shelters hundreds of Olive Ridley nests, helping ensure the survival of this protected species.
Puerto Vallarta demonstrated its strong commitment to safety this week during the 2025 Tsunami Drill, which successfully evacuated more than 1,300 people from coastal and high-risk areas. Schools, businesses, and government offices coordinated efforts to ensure an efficient and orderly response.
Puerto Vallarta’s cruise season is in full swing, with 22 ships scheduled to arrive in November following a surge of 19 arrivals in October. With multiple double and triple dockings bringing thousands of passengers, the city’s port continues to drive growth for local tourism and businesses.
Puerto Vallarta’s largest park rehab, Tuki Bosque, opened on Halloween night. Mayor Munguía inaugurated the new green space, which includes games and activities for kids and families in Vista Hermosa. It marks a big commitment to creating safe, joyful public spaces for the entire community of El Pitillal.
Puerto Vallarta’s Recuérdame Festival 2025 blended solemn remembrance with joyous celebration. Highlights included a record-setting parade, new public murals at 5 de Diciembre Cemetery, and over 40,000 residents visiting cemeteries. The festival concluded with a festive pet walk, celebrating life and Mexican tradition.
