Puerto Vallarta closed the Easter holiday period with solid tourism performance, reporting hotel occupancy rates between 75% and 80% during the final week, surpassing the national average. Visitor activity remained steady across beaches, hotels, and restaurants, supporting local businesses.
Preventive dredging and canal cleaning are underway across Puerto Vallarta as crews prepare for the rainy season. Work at key drainage points aims to improve water flow, reduce flood risks, and protect homes and roads in neighborhoods throughout the municipality.
SEAPAL Vallarta has presented a proposed 900-million-peso water intake project to the Jalisco government aimed at strengthening long-term supply. The multi-phase plan would increase production capacity and help meet growing demand, ensuring reliable drinking water for decades to come.
Ride-hailing platform inDrive has secured official authorization to operate in Puerto Vallarta and renewed its license in the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area. The move formalizes the company’s presence in Jalisco and positions it to support growing mobility demand ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Puerto Vallarta will once again serve as an official venue for the Ultra Trail Mont-Blanc World Series from April 16 to 18, 2026. Over 3,000 international athletes will gather to compete in this premier event. The race showcases the region's natural beauty, spanning from mountain tops to the ocean.
State and municipal leaders on Wednesday inaugurated the new Mismaloya pier, a project designed to improve maritime travel along Puerto Vallarta’s southern coast. The development also includes a seaside linear park, creating a safe and scenic public space for residents and visitors.
Puerto Vallarta is moving closer to launching a modern electric public transit system, with the first 17 units scheduled to begin service in early May. The project will expand to 39 buses and include upgraded stops, electronic payment options, shaded waiting areas, and improved connectivity along key city routes.
Explore the authentic heart of Puerto Vallarta through free guided tours of the Historic Center. These year-round walks reveal the city's rich architecture and history beyond the beach. Available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, the tours showcase iconic landmarks and provide exclusive local insights.
Puerto Vallarta is preparing to introduce a new fleet of state-of-the-art electric buses beginning in early May, marking a major step toward cleaner, more efficient public transportation. The modern units will serve key corridors, improving mobility for residents, students, and visitors alike.
Puerto Vallarta enjoyed strong tourism during Holy Week, with hotel occupancy reaching an estimated 95% on peak days and Easter Week projected between 75% and 85%. Visitors praised the city’s safety, cleanliness, organization, and warm hospitality, reinforcing its status as a preferred beach destination.
