Puerto Vallarta is taking center stage in the new series 'Mujeres Valientes,' now filming at iconic locations including the Malecón, beaches, and Mirador de la Cruz. The production highlights the city’s beauty while bringing economic benefits and international exposure to the region.
cPuerto Vallarta will celebrate its 108th anniversary as a municipality and 58th as a city with “Puerto: Archive and Memory” on May 29. The event will showcase unpublished documents, maps, photos, and manuscripts highlighting the city’s history and preservation efforts.
Puerto Vallarta’s tourism recovery continues to gain strength as hotel room-night sales for future travel dates now exceed 2025 levels. After an 85% occupancy over the most recent long weekend, the Hotel Association and PriceTravel launched a joint campaign to boost summer and winter bookings.
Puerto Vallarta residents are invited to join a May 31 cleanup of the Mismaloya and Pitillal rivers as part of National Navy Day celebrations. The family-friendly event aims to stop trash before it reaches the ocean while protecting wildlife and local beaches.
Puerto Vallarta’s new electric bus system is moving closer to launch, but officials say the timeline depends on completing the city’s charging stations. The project includes modern electric buses, upgraded stops, electronic payment systems, and improved connectivity along key routes.
Construction of Puerto Vallarta International Airport’s new Terminal 2 is now 66 percent complete, according to airport officials. The 9.2 billion peso expansion will increase passenger capacity, add new boarding gates, and incorporate sustainable features aimed at achieving LEED Gold certification.
The new La Desembocada Bridge on Highway 544 officially opened on Thursday, May 14, restoring a key connection between Puerto Vallarta and rural communities. Built in just over two months, the 80-million-peso project will benefit more than 6,000 local families.
The Nayarit sailing delegation triumphed at the CONADE National Games in Yucatán, securing two medals in the prestigious ILCA classes. This success highlights the powerful alliance between the state and the Vallarta Yacht Club in developing elite athletes in Banderas Bay.
Meteorologists warn that Vallarta could face above-average rainfall, intense heat, and an increased hurricane risk this year due to a powerful El Niño event. Officials are strengthening emergency preparedness as forecasts call for potentially historic weather.
The Emiliano Zapata Market recently hosted the inaugural Flavors of the World competition. During the 20th Vallarta Azteca International Folklore Festival, dancers from Mexico and across the globe prepared authentic regional dishes using fresh local ingredients.
