Practical guides, local stories, and tips to live the best of Puerto Vallarta.
What leaves from Marina La Cruz, how far the Marietas really are, what the north-shore fleet costs owner-direct, and when to choose La Cruz over Marina Vallarta or Punta Mita.
Why the 100-fathom curve makes Puerto Vallarta a year-round sportfishing port, the inshore-or-offshore decision, the owner-direct fleet from a 25 ft Luhrs to a 64 ft Mikelson, and what it costs.
The three marinas, the four kinds of boat, owner-direct prices for 2026, the routes captains recommend and the seasons — everything before you put down a deposit.
Five ways to book a private chef around Banderas Bay, real per-guest prices, sample menus and how the evening actually unfolds.
Sailfish, marlin, dorado and tuna — what you catch, when, and how far the hours you book take you offshore.
Three boats by the hour out of Marina Nuevo Vallarta, real peso rates, and twelve beaches with no road to them.
A 20,000-year-old living reef, six divers per guide — why we send readers to Cabo Pulmo Beach Resort.
The first beach of the Costalegre — 90 minutes south, or 15 minutes by air to its own new airstrip.
Three adventure zones, three different days — and how to combine them.
Candlelit dinners over Banderas Bay. Barcelona Tapas tops the list.
Sunset, snorkel, Marietas and Yelapa seen from the water.
The 10 flavors that define the coast.
Seafood, street bites, Jalisco cooking and local drinks.
Whales, perfect weather and the best festivals.
Dine with your toes near the sand and Pacific views.
From shared catamarans to private yachts.
Private boat charters to the Marietas Islands, by owner with BYRBO.
French, Italian, Japanese, Argentinian and more.
Get PADI certified and explore Los Arcos and the Marietas.
The city's best pastries, led by Pavlova PV.
The best trips out on the bay for every taste.
From Colomitos to the Sierra Madre, step by step.
Zip-lines, ATVs, rafting and pure adrenaline.
Bucket-list thrills: surf, bungee, paragliding and more.
Los Arcos, Las Caletas, Majahuitas and more.
Plant-based restaurants and vegan options across PV.
Artisan ice cream and paletas for the heat.
The street tacos locals love.
Fashion, local design and charming shops.
Great food and live music in Vallarta.
Swimwear, linen and outfits for the sand.
Discover the heritage and traditions of Mexico.
The must-see circuit for art lovers.
Specialty coffee and cozy spots to work.
Dreamy venues for your destination wedding.
Style and function for your Vallarta home.
Train right — led by LOTAN Strength & Conditioning.
Artist-grade ink, led by Púrpura Tatuajes.
Build and remodel with the best — #1 PVR Contractors.
Lawyers for expats — #1 PV Law Firms.
Luxury homes, condos and investment in Vallarta.
Websites that convert — #1 Brewed Marketing.
Rank your business — #1 Jan Perez.
Strategy and results — #1 Brewed Marketing.
Meet Rayando el Sol — a 2025 Tanna 47 with private chef, premium open bar and water toys for up to 16 guests.
From breakfast in the Romantic Zone to sunset on the Malecón — how to make the most of one full day.
Key dates, the best tours, and tips to photograph humpbacks in Banderas Bay.
Pescado zarandeado, marlin tacos, raicilla… The essential guide to Vallarta's flavors.
Prices, water-taxi schedules and what to do when you arrive at the no-roads village.
Vallarta's most bohemian neighborhood. What to see, where to eat, and why ArtWalk is unmissable.
Colomitos, Las Gemelas and other hidden gems most tourists never find.
Weather, prices, high vs. low season, and the ideal month for your travel style.
Activities, safe beaches and kid-friendly restaurants for a stress-free family vacation.
Hostels, street tacos, free beaches, and how to get around without spending a fortune.