An exciting cooking contest took place on Friday at the Emiliano Zapata municipal market, featuring the first edition of the 'Sabor en Competencia' (Taste of Competition) event. Five chefs from different Puerto Vallarta restaurants prepared delicious dishes using fresh products available daily in this traditional shopping space.
In August, Puerto Vallarta will welcome a total of eight international cruise ships, slightly surpassing previous months, according to the schedule released by ASIPONA. This month, there will be five arrivals from the frequent visitor, the Carnival Panorama, two from the Navigator of the Seas, and one from the Emerald Princess.
With the summer vacation period underway, the Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) released the seawater evaluation results for 289 beaches in 75 tourist destinations. More than 95% met the criterion for recreational use, including all but one of the beaches in Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta continues to see a surge in popularity, with the Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport welcoming an average of 14,000 travelers daily this summer. Passenger traffic has experienced a remarkable 17% increase during the first half of this year, thanks in part to the addition of more domestic flights.
With the announcement that the 'Miss Mexico 2024' pageant will take place in the municipality of Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, between March and April of 2024, anticipation is building, and preparations are underway to ensure a flawless and unforgettable event.
Washington State's Pend Oreille County Fire Department has donated a vehicle and essential firefighting equipment to the Puerto Vallarta Civil Protection & Fire Department. The donation was made through American Legion Post 12, which serves the Banderas Bay area.
Puerto Vallarta welcomed over 350,000 international passengers on 112 cruise ships in the first half of 2023, according to the Administration of the National Port System. These figures represent a 40% increase compared to the same period in 2019, and an increase of 78% compared to last year.
Puerto Vallarta, a renowned beach destination in Mexico and worldwide, has received seven prestigious nominations for the 2023 Travvy Awards. These accolades serve as a testament to the city's exceptional tourist offerings and its dedication to providing memorable experiences to all travelers.
The number of dengue cases in Jalisco has been on the rise in recent months. As of July 24, 2023 there had been 23 confirmed cases of dengue in the state, up from 12 confirmed cases in the same period of 2022. Two of these cases were reported in Puerto Vallarta.
The Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services, and Tourism (Concanaco-Servytur) is feeling optimistic about the upcoming summer vacation period. They expect an average hotel occupancy of 90% overall, and an impressive 98% occupancy rate in popular tourist spots like Cancun, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta.
