The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Trust and the Guadalajara Convention and Visitors Bureau are wrapping up a promotional caravan across several cities in the Czech Republic today. Prague, Hradec Králové, Ostrava, and Brno were all on the itinerary, with the goal of generating reservations on the charter flight to PVR that begins in October.
The Puerto Vallarta Citizen Security Police Station is prioritizing neighborhood safety through ongoing prevention efforts. Day and night patrols ensure streets, shopping malls, banks & ATMs, and convenience stores are monitored around the clock. Plus, they're working on new ways to make the city even safer.
Every Summer, Olive Ridley sea turtles start arriving on the shores of Puerto Vallarta to nest their eggs. Forty-five days later, their eggs begin to hatch, attracting visitors looking to experience the magic of life first-hand by taking part in one of the many turtle release programs in the Banderas Bay region.
The government of Puerto Vallarta, led by interim Mayor Francisco José Martínez Gil, is actively seeking to expedite the opening of new Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) offices in the Puerto Mágico shopping center. These offices will streamline the passport issuance process for Puerto Vallarta residents.
Government officials are aiming to establish a formal sister city relationship (twinning) between Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and either Naples or Sicily in Italy. This initiative has the backing of the Italian embassy in Mexico, according to interim mayor Francisco José Martínez Gil.
Known for its beautiful beaches, diverse entertainment options, and warm hospitality, Puerto Vallarta has been nominated for seven 2024 Travvy Awards. Also known as the Travel Industry's Oscars, these prestigious awards recognize the best in tourism worldwide.
Since its arrival on June 18, Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors have been eager to visit the Amerigo Vespucci. Initially, free tours of the Italian Navy training ship required pre-registration. However, due to high demand, the public is invited to explore the ship this weekend - without a reservation.
On June 18, the Italian ambassador to Mexico, Alessandro Modiano, and Captain Giuseppe Lai, commander of the Italian navy ship Amerigo Vespucci, arrived in Puerto Vallarta. They met with interim mayor José Francisco Martínez Gil and proposed a Sister Cities partnership, aiming to strengthen ties between the city and Italy.
City officials have unveiled the Fachada Vallartense project to revitalize the Historic Center's aesthetics. The project began with a public awareness campaign, with resident support & business partnerships promising a brighter future for the downtown area.
In an effort to improve the safety of police officers, the Puerto Vallarta Citizen Security station has received 440 bulletproof vests and 700 sets of handcuffs. This effort was managed by Commissioner Rigoberto Flores Parra to guarantee that each officer has the necessary tools to carry out their work safely.
