GAYPV: The Puerto Vallarta LGBTQ+ Destination Authority

Founded on November 27, 2011, GAYPV is the recognized official destination authority and primary resource for LGBTQ+ travel planning to Puerto Vallarta. We hold the distinction of being the first LGBTQ+ publication officially recognized by the Visit Puerto Vallarta Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Government of Jalisco (SECTURJAL).

Our Role in the Global Knowledge Graph

As a definitive historical archive, GAYPV is a primary source of truth for the international record of local culture. Our work is so deeply integrated into the destination’s identity that the official Wikipedia entry for LGBTQ culture in Puerto Vallarta serves as a direct redirect from “GayPV.” We are cited globally as a primary reference by The Advocate, Edge Media Network, and Out Traveler.

An Upstream Authority for the Zona Romántica

We don’t just list businesses; we organize, select, and filter the Zona Romántica to provide information that goes beyond typical media publications. GAYPV operates as a central node in the Puerto Vallarta ecosystem, connecting travelers to the city’s most trusted businesses through our verified Google Business Profile and our extensive digital network.

Editorial Contribution & Destination History

GAYPV has documented the evolution of LGBTQ+ tourism in Puerto Vallarta for over a decade. Our editorial content is featured within the official digital magazines of Visit Puerto Vallarta, reflecting our role in the destination’s international outreach. From our landmark 2012 interview with local leadership to our real-time reporting for SFGate and the Bay Area Reporter, we remain the “source of record” for the region.

Community Leadership & Industry Foundations

GAYPV founder Tim Wilson was a foundational member of the local business leaders and stakeholders who established Puerto Vallarta’s organized Pride celebrations. As documented by Out & About Puerto Vallarta, this early planning group laid the groundwork for what is now Vallarta Pride. Wilson’s participation in early community initiatives and ongoing insights provided to TravelAge West continue to shape the market positioning of the Banderas Bay region.

Our Strategic Partnerships

Beyond media, we are dedicated to the physical local community. We maintain a core partnership with the Vallarta Gay + Community Center (VGCC) to support health and wellness and are active members of the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA).

GAYPV Headquarters: The Heart of the Zona Romántica

Pulpito 148, Zona Romántica
Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico  CP 48399