Dia de Los Muertos
Hello travelers, today we'll talk about one of the most emblematic celebrations of Mexican culture, the Day of the Dead. A festival missing from most other countries and cultures of the world, Dia de Los Muertos, is celebrated with color, marigold flowers, food, and paper decorations. In Puerto Vallarta, you can find many altars along the Malecón, paying tribute in creative and respectful ways to our country's famous people and local heroes. You can also find representations of "La Catrina," [...]
It’s Restaurant Week!
Hello travelers, restaurant week is a special time for lovers of great food. At an international level, Puerto Vallarta is widely recognized for its gastronomy, it has first-rate restaurants and great events and festivals throughout the year, in which you can enjoy the most interesting creations of the Best Chefs in the region. One of those events is Restaurant Week. For 16 years it has brought together various restaurants providing great exposure to both the participants and Puerto Vallarta, it [...]
Why Puerto Vallarta Tourism Will Bounce Back After the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic quickly turned our world upside down and made the last two months complicated in almost every way. Planes have been grounded, borders have been closed, and most people have been ordered to stay at home. The damage is widespread but perhaps the industry affected most is the tourism industry. New bookings have ground to a standstill while cancellations have soared. In a matter of weeks, Puerto Vallarta hotels and vacation rental companies watched their reservation calendars get [...]
Peregrinaciones, a Journey of Faith in Puerto Vallarta
If you'll be in Puerto Vallarta during the first 12 days of December, you'll surely have the opportunity to witness "peregrinaciones", the Spanish word for pilgrimages. Every year from December 1st to the 12th, hundreds of people from Puerto Vallarta and other localities gather and walk in a group to sing, pray and express their faith to the Virgin of Guadalupe. Followers thank the Virgin for the blessings received throughout the year may it be for good health, opportunities for [...]
Puerto Vallarta, More Than a Beach Town
When thinking of Puerto Vallarta, the first thing that comes to mind is the beach. It's true that Puerto Vallarta has beautiful beaches, kilometers of golden sand, and emerald waters but that's only the beginning of what this port has to offer. Read on to discover opportunities to engage with Puerto Vallarta's history, architecture, adventure sports, and local attractions. Historical Center.- The center and heart of Puerto Vallarta is the "Malecón", a buzzing one and a half kilometer boardwalk where [...]