Who is Paulina Rubio? The North American Guide to the Vallarta Pride 2026 Headliner

📢 OFFICIAL PR UPDATE: PAULINA RUBIO & Vallarta PRIDE 2027 Following our news article on the “Golden Girl,” Vallarta Pride 2026 PR Dept has reached out to GAYPV with a historic update. Our coverage served as the catalyst to move the city government and Fidetur into high-level negotiations. “Thanks to that article, things started moving […]
Puerto Vallarta Debuts “First World” Electromobility Bus Fleet

Experience the new standard of urban luxury and sustainability as Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro unveils a state-of-the-art, 100% electric transit corridor. Launching just in time for Pride 2026, these silent, high-tech “Super-Buses” are set to revolutionize how you navigate the city. Puerto Vallarta is officially stepping into the global spotlight of green infrastructure. […]
New Puerto Vallarta Airport Terminal 2 Set To Open Early 2027

⚡ Construction Progress Update — May 2026 During the recent PV Meetings tourism conference, Puerto Vallarta International Airport officials confirmed that Terminal 2 construction has now reached approximately 66% completion as the project moves into advanced interior finishing stages. Current work includes: Interior finishing and passenger processing areas Large-scale glass installation and exterior enclosure systems […]
New Puerto Vallarta Cruise Bar Boys PV Opening

Article Summary: A new nightlife gay bar venue is opening in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica. BOYS PV Cruising Bar will officially launch on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the corner of Ignacio L. Vallarta and Lázaro Cárdenas, directly below Sauna Spartacus and across from CC Slaughters and Mr. Flamingo. The venue introduces […]
Is Puerto Vallarta Safe? United Airlines Extends Travel Waiver Through March 31

⚡ FL ND: GAYPV FAST FACTS & UPDATE Current Status: Puerto Vallarta is OPEN and operating at 100% capacity. Travel Waiver: United Airlines has extended its flexibility window. If you are booked through March 31, you can change your flight with no fees. Puerto Vallarta Major Upcoming Events: Spring Break, Fairyland (March 12–15), and Semana […]
Is Puerto Vallarta Safe? What’s Open, The Feb 2026 Code Red & Expat Reality Check

[FL ND] EXECUTIVE REALITY: FEB 23 UPDATE Following the Sunday, Feb 22 2026 “Código Rojo,” Puerto Vallarta is calm and rebuilding. There are no reports of additional violence since Sunday and there are no lingering fires or burning buildings. So far there have been no reports of any tourists in Puerto Vallarta as a result […]
Is Puerto Vallarta Safe Feb 25, 2026: Airport & Business Owners Statement

FL | ND: Puerto Vallarta Safety Update DATE: February 25, 2026 | STATUS: Open & Operational Following the Feb 22 incident, LGBTQ+ business leaders have issued a unified statement: Safety: No reports of injuries to civilians or visitors. Integrity: Beware of false social media images; the situation was contained in hours. Logistics: Airport, Malecón, and […]
Operators and Online Travel Agents Continue Despite Dolphin Ban 2026

Last Updated: February 14, 2026 | Investigative Report by GAYPV Editorial ⚠️ Article at a Glance (TL;DR) 🚨 THE ARREST: CEO Eduardo Albor Villanueva (The Dolphin Company) was arrested by the National Guard on Feb 12, 2026, marking the collapse of the captive dolphin industry. ⚖️ THE LAW: Under “Ley Mincho,” all commercial dolphin interactions […]
Puerto Vallarta Dolphin Shows Banned Under New Mexico Law

🚨 February 2026 Critical Update INDUSTRY ALERT: THE DOLPHIN COLLAPSE Following the 2025 federal ban on marine mammal entertainment, the industry has entered a state of collapse. On February 12, 2026, Eduardo Albor Villanueva, CEO and shareholder of The Dolphin Company (Dolphin Discovery), was arrested in Cancun by the National Guard after a public […]
The 2026 Puerto Vallarta Reality Check: New Costs, Rents, & Safety Stats

Is the era of rising prices in Puerto Vallarta putting the city out of reach of the LGBTQ+ traveler and resident? It’s the question on every mind as we continue to see prices increase in Puerto Vallarta in 2026. The days of “Mexico is cheaper” mentality are long gone, especially in Puerto Vallarta. […]
New 2026 Data: Puerto Vallarta Maintains Top Safety Ranking in Jalisco

Mexico’s National Institute of Statistics (INEGI) has released the results of the first National Urban Public Safety Survey (ENSU) of 2026. The findings confirm that Puerto Vallarta continues to be the safest major urban center in the state of Jalisco, significantly outperforming the state capital, Guadalajara. Understanding the Numbers According to the latest data, […]
Puerto Vallarta 2026: The Saturday Night Party Epicenter – Where the PGA Meets the Gay Romantic Zone

The VidantaWorld Mexico Open will return to Vidanta Vallarta–Nuevo Nayarit from October 29 to November 1, 2026, marking a strategic change in the PGA TOUR schedule as it moves to the fall season for the first time. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 31, 2026. In a historic alignment of global sports and authentic […]
The 2026 Puerto Vallarta Renaissance: World Cup, PGA Tour, and the GAYPV Bridge to Cirque du Soleil LUDÕ

For over a decade, Puerto Vallarta was a five-hour mountain climb away. As of January 2026, the map has officially changed. The myth of the Vía Corta is now a reality. With the final completion of the highway and the delivery of the new Las Juntas Interchange, the Zona Romántica is now a seamless 150-minute […]
Important Customs & Immigration Changes for Puerto Vallarta Travelers in 2026

Update for 2027: The FMM/tourist fee rises from 983 to 1,158 pesos on January 1, 2027. See Mexico Tourist Tax 2027 for details. 2026 Customs & Immigrations Changes At A Glance As of January 16, 2026, Mexico updated customs rules allowing 2 laptops per person for 2026. Requirement 2026 Rule / Fee / Status […]
PV Food Tour, Vallarta Eats, Celebrates 15 years

In 2026, Vallarta Eats Food Tours celebrates 15 years as Puerto Vallarta’s original taco tour and food tour company — proudly known as PV’s Original Food Tour. Gay-owned and operated since day one, Vallarta Eats has witnessed Puerto Vallarta’s transformation from a beloved beach destination into one of Mexico’s most talked-about culinary tourism hotspots. […]
Islas Marías 2026: The Gay Traveler’s Guide to the New PV Ferry

A Modern Alternative to the Panga The National Port System Administration (Asipona) has announced the launch of the Puerto Vallarta Yelapa ferry January 6 2026. While taking a traditional “panga” water taxi has long been the primary way to reach our southern beaches, the tragic collision this past December 2025—which resulted in the loss […]