A celebratory event at The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta honored Marriott’s Westin, Sheraton, St. Regis, and Marriott properties in Puerto Vallarta and Punta Mita for earning the internationally recognized Green Key certification. This achievement underscores their dedication to environmentally responsible practices.
Starting this July, Volaris launches a direct flight from Morelia to Puerto Vallarta, operating three times a week. With a swift 1-hour, 8-minute journey, this new route offers over 2,000 extra monthly seats, making travel between these two stunning Mexican destinations easier than ever.
The Center for World Indigenous Studies documentary 'Cradling the Heart' was awarded Best Short Film at the 2025 Quetzalcoatl Indigenous International Film Festival. The film highlights the work of Dr. Leslie Korn and her team as they bring a specialized form of medical massage for Type 2 Diabetes to rural communities in Cabo Corrientes.
Puerto Vallarta’s Carnaval is back, with the grand parade set for Saturday, February 22! Watch 30 dazzling floats roll from the Sheraton to the Romantic Zone, filling the streets with music, dance, and celebration. With live shows and festivities all weekend, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
The 5K Tourist Half Marathon this Sunday means road closures on Francisco Medina Ascencio from 5-11:30 am. Plan your route accordingly, using alternate roads like Las Glorias, Fluvial Vallarta & Prisciliano Sánchez. 400+ athletes are in town for the Athletics Circuit at the Agustín Flores Contreras Sports Unit. Let's cheer them on!
Puerto Vallarta is launching a major road project at the Cruce de las Juntas intersection. A new bridge, elevated additions, and more are coming to ease congestion. While Highway 200 traffic between Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas will be heavy during construction, the long-term payoff will be a much faster, more efficient commute.
Puerto Vallarta is gearing up for its dry season, a time of naturally lower water levels. With less rain expected, SEAPAL Vallarta encourages residents to conserve water and maintain storage tanks. Community cooperation is key to navigating this seasonal challenge and ensuring a reliable water supply for all.
Creativity flourished in the heart of Puerto Vallarta as the XVII Madonnari Festival 2025 transformed the Plaza de Armas into an open-air art gallery. With 140 participants, including both adults and children, this year’s festival set a new record for attendance, captivating both locals and visitors with stunning chalk masterpieces.
Puerto Vallarta’s iconic Malecón has received a major upgrade with the installation of 35 new LED streetlights, enhancing both safety and sustainability. This improvement, part of an investment exceeding one million pesos, replaces traditional lighting with energy-efficient technology, creating a brighter and more welcoming space.
Puerto Vallarta is set to enhance Playa Palmares with a 13 million peso renovation, upgrading its scenic observation walkway, parking, and restrooms. Aiming for White Flag certification, the project will improve accessibility and comfort, making this stunning beach even more inviting.
