In the wake of the devastation Hurricane Otis left in Acapulco, COPARMEX President, José Medina Mora Icaza, is offering a lifeline to displaced workers. His plan seeks to connect them with employment opportunities in tourist hotspots like Puerto Vallarta, aiming to bridge the gap and boost the local economy.
Vallarta Yacht Club has officially taken over their new premises in the bar/restaurant area of a commercial building situated among the hospital and immigration offices in Nuevo Nayarit. Now, along with the good news of a new home, the club has announced a schedule of events that’s sure to keep sailors busy well into 2024.
The 9th annual Travvy Awards took place on November 2 in Florida, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico won in five of the seven categories for which it was nominated. Also known as the 'Academy Awards' of the travel industry, the Travvy Awards recognize the best in tourism worldwide.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is gearing up for a robust winter tourism season as it anticipates a surge in visitors from its second most critical international market, Canada. This influx of Canadian tourists is expected to secure Puerto Vallarta's place among the top three destinations nationally for attracting travelers from the Great White North.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, kicked off the month of November on a high note in the international tourist cruise industry, with the arrival of two ships, marking the start of a busy season. In total, 21 cruise ships are expected to dock in this popular coastal destination, including two triple arrivals and four double arrivals.
This weekend, Puerto Vallarta will once again host one of the most prestigious trail running events in the world, the Mont-Blanc Ultra-Trail (UTMB) World Series. This renowned event brings together elite ultramarathoners from around the globe and is scheduled to take place from November 3 to 5.
Puerto Vallarta is still recovering from the aftermath of Hurricane Lidia, which toppled nearly 960 trees. In response, Councilor María Elena Curiel Preciado is leading a community-driven initiative, 'Replanting Puerto Vallarta Trees,' to restore the city's greenery and ecological balance.
In preparation for the upcoming Day of the Dead celebrations, Puerto Vallarta is gearing up for enhanced security measures. From Oct 30-Nov 2, at least 200 members of the Citizen Security Directorate will be stationed to protect cemeteries and popular recreational areas in this vibrant tourist destination.
According to the most recent INEGI National Urban Public Security Survey (ENSU), corresponding to the third quarter of 2023, Puerto Vallarta remains the safest city in Jalisco, and has re-emerged as one of Mexico's safest cities, ranking fifth in the country.
From time-honored celebrations steeped in Mexican heritage to exciting experiences showcasing the region's culinary excellence and picturesque coastline, Puerto Vallarta promises visitors unforgettable moments in the months ahead. This fall and winter, a variety of exciting events will give visitors a taste of the city’s diverse offerings.
