GAYPV follows a clear editorial policy focused on accuracy, transparency, and community trust. All content is independently curated with a focus on LGBTQ+ travelers to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Listings, guides, and recommendations are selected based on relevance, reliability, and local knowledge, not paid placement. Sponsored or advertising content is clearly labeled, and all editorial decisions remain independent to ensure readers receive trustworthy, up-to-date travel planning information.
This policy serves as the operational guide for all GAYPV content, ensuring we meet our commitment to accuracy, independence, and community trust established in our public anchor statement.
1. Independence and Content Sourcing
GAYPV’s primary focus is providing expert, reliable information tailored to LGBTQ+ travelers in Puerto Vallarta.
Independent Curation: All primary content, including guides, reviews, and featured listings, is selected and developed independently by our editorial team and experienced contributors. Selection criteria are based purely on relevance, quality, local knowledge, and reliability, without influence from potential advertisers or sponsors.
Expertise: Content is sourced from writers and contributors with demonstrated on-the-ground experience in Puerto Vallarta, ensuring the delivery of authentic and verified local knowledge (Experience and Expertise).
Fact-Checking: Statistical data, prices (where listed), operating hours, and contact information are verified prior to publication using primary sources or reputable local references.
2. Review and Update Process
We maintain content integrity through a rigorous maintenance schedule.
Periodic Review: All destination guides, primary listings, and highly trafficked pages are scheduled for an official editorial review (re-verification, update, or archival) at least once every 12 months, or immediately following major local or industry changes.
Feedback Integration: We actively solicit and review community feedback, comments, and direct messages regarding the accuracy of our content. Verifiable user reports of outdated or incorrect information are prioritized for review and correction.
3. Separation of Advertising and Editorial
Maintaining a clear separation between editorial content and paid promotion is fundamental to our trustworthiness.
Clear Labeling: All sponsored content, paid partnerships, or advertising features will be clearly and unambiguously labeled as “ADVERTISEMENT,” “SPONSORED CONTENT,” or “PAID PARTNERSHIP.”
Editorial Autonomy: Advertising or sponsored relationships do not influence editorial coverage, ratings, or inclusion in our independent guides and reviews. Our editorial team operates separately from our advertising and sales departments.
Product Placement: Businesses cannot pay or provide free products/services in exchange for a guaranteed positive editorial review or inclusion on a list that is not explicitly marked as a “Sponsored” or “Promotional” list.
4. Affiliate Relationships Disclosure
Where appropriate, GAYPV may use affiliate links to support the maintenance of the site.
Affiliate Identification: When GAYPV recommends a product or service (such as a hotel booking link or tour operator) and uses an affiliate link (meaning GAYPV earns a small commission if the user makes a purchase), this relationship will be explicitly disclosed on the relevant page.
No Influence on Selection: The use of an affiliate link does not influence the original editorial decision to recommend that product or service. Recommendations are driven by editorial merit and value to the traveler.
5. Corrections Policy
GAYPV is committed to swift and transparent correction of factual errors.
Reporting Errors: Readers are encouraged to report factual errors via our designated contact channel.
Verification and Action: Upon receiving a report, the editorial team will promptly verify the claim. If an error is confirmed, the content will be corrected immediately.
Transparency: For significant factual errors, a correction notice will be added to the relevant article or section, briefly explaining what was changed and when, maintaining transparency with our readers. Minor typographical errors or clarity adjustments will be corrected without formal notice.
6. Community Standards and Anti-Discrimination
GAYPV is committed to promoting an inclusive, safe, and respectful environment for all members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
Inclusion Standard: Our editorial content will prioritize establishments and services known to be welcoming and affirming to all LGBTQ+ individuals.
Non-Discrimination: We reserve the right to exclude, de-list, or review any business or service that is found to practice or promote discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, or any other protected characteristic.