As Puerto Vallarta prepares to celebrate Día de Muertos on November 1st and 2nd, city departments are working together to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Under Mayor Luis Munguía’s direction, preventive inspections and maintenance efforts are readying cemeteries for the cherished tradition.
More than 100 million pesos will be invested in the coming year to transform and preserve the heart of Puerto Vallarta. During a recent meeting of the Historic Center Citizens’ Council, officials presented an ambitious plan to renovate some of the city’s most iconic spaces using resources from the Tourism Trust Fund.
Puerto Vallarta is a top 3 global Thanksgiving destination for the 5th consecutive year! U.S. travelers are ditching turkey and snow for sunshine, tacos, and adventure. Allianz Partners data confirms Mexico’s beaches, connectivity, and wide range of activities keep Vallarta a holiday favorite.
Puerto Vallarta is turning an abandoned area into a new ecological haven. The Agua Azul Park project will feature hiking trails and outdoor spaces that encourage environmental care, blending nature and recreation while fostering collaboration between government, experts, and the community.
The Puerto Vallarta city council has approved a pre-hospital medical care module for the Agustín Flores Contreras Sports Unit (Municipal Stadium). This essential addition will provide immediate emergency stabilization for all athletes and visitors, alongside practical, preventive guidance on sports health and safety.
Puerto Vallarta marked another success in marine conservation with the second Limpia tu Mar International Trash Fishing Tournament, held October 19 at Los Muertos Pier. The event brought together volunteers and environmental organizations to clean the waters of Banderas Bay, collecting an impressive 3.5 tons of marine debris.
Puerto Vallarta's winter vaccination campaign is now underway, offering free influenza and updated COVID-19 vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer. The program aims to protect older adults, healthcare workers, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses from severe illness this cold season.
Puerto Vallarta recently reinforced its status as a top-tier, inclusive, and high-end destination through its successful participation in Proud Experiences by ILTM North America. This major international event, focused on the LGBTQ+ and luxury travel segment, was held at the elegant Baha Mar resort in the Bahamas.
Puerto Vallarta is boosting its global profile by strengthening ties with the Embassy of Japan. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the collaboration focuses on promoting the city as a secure, culturally rich destination. This partnership is set to enhance tourism, economic growth, and cultural exchange.
SEAPAL Vallarta has invested more than 200 million pesos in twenty-four major infrastructure projects to strengthen Puerto Vallarta’s water and sanitation systems. Supported by Mayor Luis Munguía, these efforts mark the city’s most significant progress in water stability in more than two decades.
