Puerto Vallarta will soon play a central role in expanding specialized services for people with autism and intellectual disabilities, as the city has been chosen to host a new Regional Center for Autism and Intellectual Disability under a sweeping statewide initiative.
Construction on the Avenida Federación expansion linking Ixtapa to the new Amado Nervo Bridge is now 70% complete. Officials say the project remains on schedule and will improve travel, ease congestion, and strengthen connections between Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas.
Puerto Vallarta is reinforcing its commitment to animal welfare with stronger enforcement against abuse and irresponsible pet ownership. So far this year, the city's Animal Welfare Department has issued 17 citations, including one case that resulted in an 80,000-peso fine for severe neglect.
Puerto Vallarta will begin a new garbage collection schedule July 15, with updated routes, pickup days, and morning and evening service times. Officials encourage residents to follow the new schedule to help keep the city clean and improve collection efficiency.
Puerto Vallarta has once again earned 4 nominations for the 2026 Travvy Awards. Competing in categories honoring top destinations, culinary excellence, tourism promotion, and travel advisor education, the city continues to build on its award-winning reputation.
SEAPAL Vallarta is successfully balancing long-term infrastructure upgrades with immediate community support, ensuring that local families and millions of annual visitors have steady access to high-quality water while providing substantial financial relief.
Thousands of cruise passengers visited Puerto Vallarta on July 7th as the Navigator of the Seas and Carnival Panorama arrived together. The ships brought a welcome boost to local businesses and are scheduled to return for another double call on July 21st.
Construction of Puerto Vallarta's Civil Hospital of the Coast is set to begin this week, advancing healthcare and medical education in the metropolis. The facility will expand access to specialized care, train future health professionals, and strengthen services across the greater Banderas Bay region.
Puerto Vallarta is preparing for a strong start to the 2026 summer vacation season, with hotels expected to reach 70% occupancy during the first week of school holidays. Officials anticipate visitor numbers will continue to rise as the season progresses, boosting the local tourism economy.
Puerto Vallarta will welcome thousands of cruise passengers this July as four cruise ship visits bring a welcome boost to the local economy. While summer is the destination's quieter cruise season, the scheduled arrivals will support businesses across the city's tourism sector.
