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Puerto Vallarta Lands the HEAT Latin Music Awards
Puerto Vallarta is about to get a little louder this fall.
Puerto Vallarta’s Food Scene Gets Another International Nod 🍽️🌴
<p>There is another reason to be proud of Puerto Vallarta — our food scene is once again getting international attention.</p><p>Two Puerto Vallarta restaurants have been nominated in the 2026 World Culinary Awards, putting local dining in the spotlight alongside restaurants from across Mexico and Latin America.</p><p>G…
Don’t Get Caught With the Wrong Travel Insurance 🇲🇽✈️
If you live in Mexico, a travel policy purchased with a U.S. address may not cover you the way you expect.
What Will You Do About Healthcare?
Before moving to Puerto Vallarta, understanding healthcare and insurance should be part of your planning — not something you first investigate during an emergency.
🇲🇽 IS MEXICO THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY IN THE WORLD?
Mexico has been named the second-most beautiful country in the world in an international travel ranking, finishing behind only Australia.
Puerto Vallarta Welcomes a New Era of Electric Public Transportation
Puerto Vallarta took a major step toward modernizing public transportation with the launch of Jalisco’s first electric bus transit system on August 1. The new network introduced cleaner, quieter, and more comfortable public transportation along the city’s busiest corridor, connecting key destinations from Ixtapa to dow…
Mexico Named the World’s Most Welcoming Country for Expats
If you’ve ever visited or lived in Mexico, this news probably won’t come as a surprise.
Know Your Rights When Purchasing Property in Mexico 🇲🇽
Buying property in Mexico is an exciting milestone, but it’s also one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. Understanding your rights can help you make informed decisions, ask the right questions, and protect your investment.
New Travel & Animal Import Rules Between the U.S. and Mexico Due to New World Screwworm
If you’re planning to travel from the United States to Mexico with animals—or you’re involved in agriculture, veterinary care, or animal rescue—there are important new regulations you should know about.
Understanding Your Electric Bill in Puerto Vallarta: What Every Resident and Newcomer Should Know
One of the biggest surprises for people moving to Puerto Vallarta isn’t the rent or groceries—it’s the electric bill.
Puerto Vallarta to Welcome New Regional Autism & Intellectual Disability Center
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro will officially break ground this Wednesday on the new Regional Autism and Intellectual Disability Center in Puerto Vallarta. The new facility is designed to expand access to specialized care for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities throughout the…
Puerto Vallarta Investing in the Future of Sports
Puerto Vallarta is getting a major upgrade to one of its most important community sports facilities. The Government of Jalisco recently inspected the Alfonso Díaz Santos Sports Complex—better known as La Bobadilla—as preparations continue for the construction of a new High Performance Sports Center.
The Bronze Icons of the Malecon: A Walking Guide to Vallarta's Sculptures
Puerto Vallarta's Malecon is the city's living room, and the bronze sculptures lining the boardwalk are among its most photographed residents. Each has a story.
Healthcare in Vallarta: How Public IMSS and Private Hospitals Work for Foreigners
One of the most consequential decisions a new resident makes is how to handle healthcare — and Mexico runs on essentially two tracks.
The International Friendship Club: A First Stop for Meeting People in Vallarta
If you are new to Puerto Vallarta and looking to meet people, the International Friendship Club (IFC) is the spot longtime residents point you to first.
How to Adopt a Dog or Cat in Puerto Vallarta
Adopting a rescue pet is one of the first commitments many newcomers make in Puerto Vallarta — and the process differs a bit from what you may be used to back home.
A New Chapter for Isla Cuale: Vallarta's 40-Million-Peso River-Island Renewal
The Cuale River Island — the leafy strip of green sitting in the river between downtown and the Romantic Zone — is in line for a roughly 40-million-peso makeover, funded through the city's Tourism Trust.
Vallarta's Water Future: Inside SEAPAL's 900-Million-Peso Plan to Secure Supply
Puerto Vallarta's water utility, SEAPAL, has laid out an ambitious plan to close the gap between how much water the city can produce and how much it needs on its busiest days. The project — estimated at around 900 million pesos across three phases — would build a new intake and treatment system where the Mascota and Am…
Farmers-Market Season Returns to Vallarta: Where to Go and When
Each winter, Puerto Vallarta's open-air farmers markets become a central ritual of community life — and the season runs roughly from November through April.
Eight New Flights for 2026: Vallarta's Airport Adds Vegas, Edmonton, Calgary and More
Puerto Vallarta's Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is adding eight new routes during 2026, bringing it to 54 connections served by 17 airlines.
Puerto Vallarta's New 160-Peso Visitor Fee: What Residents and Their Guests Should Know
As of January 1, 2026, foreign visitors to Puerto Vallarta pay a new tourist fee of 160 pesos — about nine US dollars. It is a one-time annual charge that covers stays of up to 180 days.
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