El Colorado has become Puerto Vallarta’s sixth municipal district, joining El Pitillal, Mojoneras, Las Palmas, Ixtapa, and Las Juntas. With essential services, road access, and a plan for sustainable growth, this new district is poised for ecotourism, agriculture, and community development.
Puerto Vallarta’s iconic Mirador de la Cruz is set for a major renovation with more than 18 million pesos invested to enhance this scenic lookout. The project aims to improve the visitor experience, strengthen tourism, and prepare for future plans like a cable car connection.
Puerto Vallarta International Airport’s Terminal 2 is now 54% complete. With a $492M investment, the LEED Gold-certified project will double passenger capacity, boost regional growth, and set new standards in sustainable airport design when it opens in 2027.
Puerto Vallarta is enhancing hurricane preparedness through specialized DIF training for managing temporary shelters. The program, part of the city’s emergency response plan, equips staff with key protocols and will culminate in a September drill to ensure coordinated, efficient action.
Puerto Vallarta is making its beaches world-class with the opening of the first public beach club on Playa Palmares, offering restrooms, showers, accessible ramps, and more. Inaugurated alongside the Pal’mares Beach & Boat Festival, the project marks the start of new public spaces designed for all to enjoy.
Puerto Vallarta is taking significant steps to address its water challenges and ensure a more reliable supply. SEAPAL, the city's water utility, is working to modernize the water infrastructure and is on track to improve water availability by early September.
Southwest Airlines will launch a new daily nonstop flight from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta on March 5, 2026. The route expands Southwest’s service to seven direct U.S. routes to the beach vacation destination, and comes alongside Getaways by Southwest, a new vacation booking service with added perks.
Camarones Beach will once again fly the Blue Flag starting August 25, celebrating its renewed commitment to clean, safe, and sustainable shores. Months of careful work ensured the beach meets strict international standards, highlighting Puerto Vallarta’s dedication to environmental excellence.
Puerto Vallarta is making history in Jalisco by becoming the only municipality to fully participate in the Barrios de Paz (Neighborhoods of Peace) program, which promotes equality, safety, and violence-free communities. With programs for schools, public spaces, and men, the city sets a statewide example for a safer, more just future.
Puerto Vallarta is set for a major transformation as the Municipal Government has approved the expansion of the Malecón from 31 de Octubre to Argentina Street. This new section will connect the boardwalk to Hidalgo Park and enhance the city’s historic downtown.
