Puerto Vallarta marked Children's Day on April 30th with the inauguration of 'Tukilandia,' a brand-new children's park in the Jardines del Puerto neighborhood. This development, made possible by an investment exceeding 7.4 million pesos, is a key part of the local government's initiative to revitalize five parks across the municipality.
Puerto Vallarta has earned top honors in the 2025 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards, taking the #4 spot as the Best Destination in Mexico. This recognition was announced during the 2025 Tianguis Turístico Mexico, a major tourism forum held from April 28 to May 1 in Rosarito, Baja California Norte, and San Diego, California.
Puerto Vallarta is taking a major step toward improving its drinking water supply with a $57.4 million peso investment in key infrastructure projects. Mayor Munguía noted the importance of these projects in ensuring a stable and reliable water supply for all residents, calling it a major milestone in improving quality of life.
Puerto Vallarta will welcome a total of 10 cruise ships this May - one more than last year - marking a strong close to the high season. Highlights include multiple visits from major liners, a rare overnight stay, and the arrival of two U.S. Coast Guard vessels, adding excitement to the port.
Puerto Vallarta is making a strong showing at the 2025 Tianguis Turístico México, this year held in both Mexico and the United States. With key business meetings underway, the city aims to expand global partnerships, boost tourism investment, and highlight its appeal to international markets.
Puerto Vallarta will participate in the First National Drill 2025 on April 29th at 11:30 am CST. The exercise simulates an 8.1 magnitude earthquake and tsunami risk, focusing on preparedness for residents, businesses, and schools in the popular tourist destination. Local alerts will sound via loudspeakers, radio and TV stations.
Puerto Vallarta once again shines on the world stage with multiple nominations in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, including best city, beaches, airport, and top hotels and resorts. Cast your vote and help celebrate Puerto Vallarta’s well-earned place among the world’s best.
Puerto Vallarta advances infrastructure with new two-lane road and Las Juntas Interchange Bridge work underway. New public transit and pier developments are also on the horizon, as Mayor Munguía and Governor Lemus collaborate on projects enhancing mobility, safety and resident well-being.
On May 2, Mexican swimmer Stephanie Montero will brave a swim 43 km through open sea between Isla Isabel and Marismas Nacionales, two protected areas in Nayarit. Her journey, part of Nado por las Ballenas, aims to raise awareness and funds to protect whales, coral reefs, and marine ecosystems in Mexico.
The Eighth Health Region is encouraging Puerto Vallarta residents to participate in National Vaccination Week 2025, scheduled from April 26th to May 3rd. During this week-long campaign, a total of 14 basic vaccines, along with booster shots as recommended by the Ministry of Health, will be administered for free.
