On April 9, Puerto Vallarta celebrated Playa de Oro’s achievement of earning the prestigious Beach Quality Certification and White Flag from Mexico’s Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat). This important recognition highlights the city’s dedication to sustainability, safety, and environmental protection.
Puerto Vallarta celebrated the people who make a difference at the 2025 Vallarta Pride Awards. Held at Puerto Mágico, the event honored local leaders, artists, athletes, and entrepreneurs whose talent, hard work, and generosity continue to uplift the community.
Great news for beachgoers! COFEPRIS has confirmed that all Puerto Vallarta beaches are safe for swimming and recreation during Semana Santa and Pascua 2025. Recent water quality tests show every beach meets health standards, ensuring a fun and worry-free holiday Easter season.
Puerto Vallarta is beginning to feel the first signs of warmer weather as Semana Santa and Pascua (the Easter holidays) approach. According to meteorologist Víctor Manuel Cornejo López, temperatures in the region are gradually rising and could reach up to 33°C (91.4°F) by the end of Holy Week.
Puerto Vallarta is promoting its cruise tourism potential at Seatrade Cruise Global, the world’s largest cruise industry event, which began on April 7 and continues through the 10th in Miami, Florida. The goal is to attract more ships to the Mexican Pacific and strengthen ties with cruise lines and industry leaders.
Love was in the air last Friday as 233 couples tied the knot in Puerto Vallarta’s Bodas Colectivas (Collective Weddings), marking a 10-year record for the event. With the ocean as their backdrop, couples celebrated their union with music, cake, and joy in a ceremony dedicated to love and family.
Puerto Vallarta continues to take steps toward inclusion and equality with the recent relocation of its Sexual Diversity Office to Lázaro Cárdenas Park in the city's Romantic Zone. The office is now open to the public from 9 am to 4 pm, offering valuable services designed to support the LGBTQ+ community.
Puerto Vallarta has solidified its standing as a premier destination with the reactivation of Volaris' direct flight from Monterrey, now operating daily. This restoration marks a significant stride in the city's ongoing efforts to expand domestic air travel, evidenced by the 355 domestic frequencies scheduled for April.
Puerto Vallarta is set to welcome thousands of visitors for Semana Santa with a comprehensive safety and emergency response plan in place. From April 11-27, more than 190 officers will be stationed in popular tourist spots to ensure secure and enjoyable holidays.
Puerto Vallarta’s healthcare system is set to expand with a new Civil Hospital at the University Center of the Coast. Announced by Governor Pablo Lemus, this project strengthens medical services and education, ensuring better care for residents and visitors while training future healthcare professionals.
