Puerto Vallarta recently hosted the 13th annual HEAT Latin Music Awards, marking the first time the ceremony took place in Mexico. The event brought together artists and more than 300 media outlets from 17 countries, generating international exposure for Jalisco.
VidantaWorld has unveiled BON Luxury Theme Park in Nuevo Nayarit, Mexico. The $1.5 billion project combines nature, mythology, and high-end hospitality. Currently open exclusively to resort guests for evening hours, the park offers custom rides and fine dining ahead of its 2027 public debut.
Puerto Vallarta has again secured a spot among the top international Thanksgiving destinations for Americans, according to Allianz Partners’ 2026 report. Alongside Cancun, San Jose del Cabo, and Mexico City, this popular beach vacation destination continues to attract visitors seeking warm weather and rich culture.
SEAPAL Vallarta has begun expanding the potable water network in La Trinidad, laying 468 meters of new pipeline. Backed by Mayor Luis Munguía, the project connects 40 residents to reliable municipal tap water, closing long-standing service gaps in the area.
Puerto Vallarta is preparing for another busy month at its cruise terminal, with 20 ship arrivals scheduled for November, including six double-ship days. The lineup features several popular cruise lines, two National Geographic expedition vessels, and an overnight visit by the Koningsdam.
The Amado Nervo Bridge connecting Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas has officially opened, four months ahead of schedule. With an investment of 963 million pesos, the new crossing is expected to save commuters 40 minutes daily and accommodate 73,000 vehicles each day.
The Carnival Panorama returned to Puerto Vallarta on Tuesday, October 27, bringing 5,677 passengers and crew members to the destination. Despite storm-related cancellations affecting cruise arrivals this month, the port expects to close October with 17 ship calls as the winter tourism season gets underway.
LOT Polish Airlines will launch weekly direct flights from Katowice to Puerto Vallarta starting December 17, 2026. Running through March 2027, this Boeing 787 route brings around 1,200 Polish tourists monthly to explore warm beaches, local culture, and top attractions across Jalisco.
As the 2026–2027 Banderas Bay whale watching season approaches, nearly 700 guides and boat operators across Jalisco and Nayarit completed mandatory training. Under the motto "Less Speed = More Lives," the training emphasizes safer boating and whale conservation ahead of the December 8 season opening.
The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust completed a targeted U.S. promotional tour across Phoenix, Denver, and Salt Lake City. By training over 120 key travel advisors, local officials aim to boost winter tourism and highlight direct flights to Mexico's popular coastal retreat.
