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TSA and Laptops

We’ve all heard there are new regulations for traveling with laptops and it seems to have sent a lot of panic to people who depend on their computers for livelihood. We’ve traveled in and out of Puerto Vallarta countless times and have never had a problem. Sometimes we have inadvertently left the tablet or laptop […]

Transferring Money to Mexico

by Tropicasa Realty If you are buying a home in Puerto Vallarta and planning on living in Mexico full or part-time, being able to access funds from home is an important concern, particularly if you maintain bank or retirement accounts in the USA or Canada. Here are some of the easiest ways to manage your […]

Mexico, Canada Boost Security for Laptops on US Flights

On last Wednesday the Mexican government began enforcing additional security measures for larger electronic devices for passengers flying into the United States, at the request of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Arrive at the airport at least three hours before departure to comply with the security procedure, Mexico’s Ministry of Communications and Transportation advised […]

WestJet increasing Flights to Puerto Vallarta Mexico

WestJet increasing Flights to Puerto Vallarta Mexico WestJet is adding 55 weekly non-stop flights this winter from Toronto Pearson International Airport to key domestic business destinations as well as popular sun spots in the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean. The service is part of the airline’s seasonal schedule for the winter of 2017-18. “WestJet will increase service from […]

Puerto Vallarta in top 50 gay cities on NestPick Survey

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To celebrate LGBT Pride Month and commemorate the 48th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, Nestpick, a housing aggregator is identifying 100 cities with active LGBT communities. Gay Puerto Vallarta tops the list at No 37 and the only destination in Mexico ranked in the top 100.  The top 5 are Madrid, Amsterdam, Toronto, Tel Aviv, […]

Youtube releases 5th Pride Campaign #ProudToBe

YouTube is proud to launch #ProudToBe, their fifth annual Pride campaign. Creators for Change is YouTube’s global initiative dedicated to amplifying the voices of role models who are tackling difficult social issues with their channels. From combating hate speech, to countering xenophobia and extremism, to simply making the case for greater tolerance and empathy toward […]

Gay Puerto Vallarta in Expedia’s top 15 LGBTQ cities

Expedia internet travel has released a list of the top 15 exciting LGBTQ cities no traveler should miss.  They searched the globe for places where the right to be yourself and considered equal are important aspects of the culture, laws, social scene, and employment structures. Getting the list to 15 was a harder task than […]

Gay Pride Puerto Vallarta 2017

The fifth edition of Gay Pride Puerto Vallarta 2017 was a historical festival for Puerto Vallarta and its local and visiting LGBTQI community and its allies. Over 7,000 people attended the parade which featured 60 floats, a record for the festival which also had its first Block Party. Vallarta Pride 2017  was a week-long celebration […]

Aeromexico announces new Vallarta Monterrey Flight

Aeromexico has announced a new seasonal direct flight from Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to Monterrey (MTY). The frequency will be available every weekend from June 17 2017 to August 20, 2017. The schedules are as follows: MTY-PVR 13: 30-1510 hours and PVR-MTY 16: 00-17: 40 hours. The success of this campaign will determine if this route continues […]

Uber announces arrival to Puerto Vallarta Mexico

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Uber announced its arrival in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit on June 12 2017. Although a specific date was not announced it indicates is will begin operating soon and will provide customers with an extensive private transportation network in the Banderas Bay Region.  Uber’s website and social media outlets have began looking for drivers interested in offering […]

Vallarta Pride 2017 reaches record attendance

The fifth pride festival, Vallarta Pride 2017, concluded its week of events last Sunday May 28th, celebrating with a resounding success the LGBTQI community that lives and visits Puerto Vallarta. This year, Vallarta Pride brought a whole week of celebration with events such as the Fashion Party, exclusive parties for women and men, the traditional […]

Holland American Increasing Mexico Travel To Puerto Vallarta 2018

Holland American increasing Mexico Travel to Puerto Vallarta 2018. For the 2017-18 Mexico cruise season, Holland America Line’s ms Oosterdam is joining ms Westerdam on roundtrip itineraries from San Diego, California. From September 2017 through February 2018, the 1,964-guest ships will sail 11 seven-day cruises calling at Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. […]

PV Things To Do Pulpito Drag Derby

Pulpito drag derby 2017

PV Things To Do PULPITO DRAG DERBY . Are you looking for one of the most fun things to do during Puerto Vallarta Gay Pride? A must do event is the Pulpito Drag Derby: hours of fun and fabulousness – part drag fashion-show, part kick-ass competition, part block-party, 100% entertaining! This year, as many as […]

Restaurant Week 2017 starts May 15 2017

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Organizers have officially announced the details and participating restaurants for the 13th edition of this gastronomic event.This week, the organizers of Restaurant Week by Vallarta Lifestyles announced the details of the 13th edition of this gastronomic event that celebrates the culinary offer of some of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit. During […]

Javier Aranda Pedrero New Director of Puerto Vallarta Tourism

The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Javier Aranda Pedrero as its new General Director. Aranda Pedrero, a 25-year tourism industry veteran, has considerable experience promoting travel to Mexico across domestic and international markets. He returns to Mexico after five years at the helm of the Mexico Tourism Board’s office […]