The Malecon, an esplanade along Puerto Vallarta beachfront; credit Puerto Vallarta Tourism
Puerto Vallarta
History
In 1851, Guadalupe Sánchez, a boatman from Cihuatlán who used to bring salt from San Blas or the Marías islands to Los Muertos beach, became weary of waiting for the muleteers to come and pick up the load … More
Sculptures on the Malecon
The pride of Puerto Vallarta is the beach path of al fresco sculptures by some of Mexico’s finest artists. Its called the Malecon. Captivating, strategically placed sculptures draw couples and friends alike to meet and be seen with them … More
Attractions
Aside from the Malecon, Puerto Vallarta has a profusion of leisurely and boisterous attractions in its historic downtown coupled with idiosyncratic various nooks and crannies within the region … More
Chukwuma holding his son and a friendly iguana, Puerto Vallarta; (c) Soul Of America
Beaches
Rather than many beaches, the resort city hangs its hat on one rather long beach parallel to the Malecon and a couple small ones that experienced and LGBT visitors retreat to … More
Watersports
World-famous whale watching in the winter anchors an assortment of aquiline activities that consist of challenging dive spots and pedestrian snorkel adventures that are sure to please most visitors … More
Eco-Travel
Like an increasing number of travelers, get more exercise and adventure in your journeys. Book a tour for yourself, friends or like-minded group members. Trips could be riding zip-lines through rainforest or … More
Travel Tips
The major holidays in Puerto Vallarta are New Year’s Day, Day of the Kings, Constitution Day, Mexico’s National Flag Day, Benito Juarez Birthday, Good Friday, Easter, Labor Day, Cinco De Mayo … More
