In February 2024, the Puerto Vallarta International Airport saw a surge in international travelers amid a national tourism downturn. Despite a decline in domestic flights, total passenger traffic increased by 7.7%, showcasing the destination's resilience in attracting visitors from around the world.
Puerto Vallarta's Puerto Mágico shopping center is adding a butterfly sanctuary and aquarium to its offerings! This expansion aims to attract more tourists with family-friendly attractions and boost the city's economy. Local residents are also encouraged to visit.
The 45th annual MEXORC Regatta was held from March 2nd to 6th, 2024, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The competition took place in Banderas Bay, with Marina Vallarta serving as the main venue for the participating boats. Twenty boats competed across 3 categories based on ratings and class size.
With the Compostela-Las Varas section nearing completion, the Nayarit state government says it expects the new Guadalajara-Puerto Vallarta shortcut to be open in time for the upcoming Easter vacation period. This will significantly reduce travel times between major cities and tourist destinations.
In the month of March, Puerto Vallarta will welcome a total of fifteen international cruise ships, according to the schedule released by the Puerto Vallarta National Port System Administration. The schedule includes one triple arrival, two double arrivals, and one overnight stay.
The U.S. State Department advises spring breakers heading to Mexico to pack not just their sense of adventure, but also a healthy dose of common sense. Their annual travel advisory serves as a helpful resource to help travelers make informed decisions & have fun.
After months of facing critical ambulance shortages, Puerto Vallarta's Civil Protection department received a significant upgrade on Wednesday, February 21st. Four brand new ambulances, equipped for various emergency situations, were delivered at a ceremony held at the Agustín Flores Contreras stadium.
The Puerto Vallarta port authority (ASIPONA) recently met with local tourism officials to discuss the performance of cruise tourism in 2023. While the number of cruise ship arrivals dipped slightly compared to 2022, passenger numbers grew significantly, reaching 543,609, nearly 60,000 more than the previous year.
Jalisco's Secretary of Tourism, Vanessa Pérez Lamas, announced that the Boca de Tomatlán pier, a project that had delays in the works due to the passage of Hurricane Lidia last year, will be inaugurated in less than a month. Meanwhile, maintenance continues on the Las Ánimas and Quimixto docks.
Father Arturo Arana López, parish priest of Vallarta's Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, says restoration work on the dome is progressing. Learn about the project's advancements, fundraising endeavors, and upcoming events shaping the future of this cultural icon.
