Puerto Vallarta has been named the world’s top LGBTQ+ travel destination by GayCities readers. The 2026 ranking puts Vallarta ahead of New York, Berlin, and Amsterdam, recognizing its welcoming community, LGBTQ+ scene, sunny climate, and diverse experiences.

Puerto Vallarta is set to become a home port for international cruise ships, allowing passengers to begin and end their journeys here. Expected to be operational by 2029, the project could bring additional hotel stays and visitor spending while expanding the city’s role in Pacific cruise tourism.

Puerto Vallarta's Isabel Medina Acevedo was crowned Miss Intercontinental Jalisco 2026 during an emotional ceremony on September 12. The 27-year-old content creator will represent Jalisco at the national competition in Querétaro, hoping to earn a place in Egypt.

Puerto Vallarta is seeking to expand its role in the cruise industry by becoming a home port, where passengers can begin and end their journeys. A new terminal project could bring added tourism activity and economic benefits to the city and Pacific coast, while boosting regional cruise traffic.

Puerto Vallarta’s 2026 sea turtle release season is underway, giving locals and visitors a chance to witness hatchlings begin their journey to the Pacific. With thousands of eggs protected each year, conservation camps, hotels, volunteers, and guides are helping safeguard these sea turtles.

Puerto Vallarta recently recognized young gymnasts and folkloric dancers whose achievements have taken the city’s name beyond its borders, from 55 medals at the Jalisco State Championships to a first-place finish at an international dance festival in Montenegro.

Puerto Vallarta's Fiestas Patrias are in full swing with a full schedule of events and traditions bringing the community together to honor the people and events that shaped Mexico. The biggest celebrations take place on September 15, the eve of Independence Day.

Uber Mujeres is now available in Puerto Vallarta, giving women more choice when booking rides through the app. The service lets passengers request female drivers for immediate or scheduled trips and set a preference to be matched with women whenever possible.

Athletes and sports groups in Puerto Vallarta are rallying behind a proposal for a new scenic bike path. Urging Governor Pablo Lemus to back the project, organizers have scheduled a public demonstration ride on September 20 to advocate for safer mobility.

Puerto Vallarta’s Isabel Medina Acevedo has been named Miss Intercontinental Jalisco 2026. The 27-year-old social worker and model is preparing for October’s national competition in Querétaro, where she will fight for the chance to represent Mexico in Egypt.