While every trip I have taken to Mexico has been special, Puerto Vallarta is definitely in the top 5 of my must visit getaways.  Whether I was taking a family vacation there, or a more private siesta, Puerto Vallarta always proved to be one of the best times of my life.

Puerto Vallarta is one of the world’s most exciting and beautiful tourist destinations in Mexico.  Located where the lush green Sierra Madre Mountains meet the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, Puerto Vallarta is one of the most magical places along the coastline of Jalisco.  The place is untouched by capitalism and is one of Mexico’s most charming as well as enticing coastal destination.

Puerto Vallarta is a product of Mexican culture and lifestyle, as the city’s landscape is embedded with various elements defining the vibrant cultural identity.  There are unlimited options in Puerto Vallarta to appreciate the regional culture with the local arts, music, cuisine, festivals as well as many other cultural events.

Visitors love to spend their vacation on the sparkling beaches, go on a shopping-sprees in the quirky shops, lodge into the stylish restaurants, roam around the scenic streets, take on the exciting diving trips, take bumpy horseback rides and partake in the exciting nightlife.

Puerto Vallarta is a perfect destination for adventure, as there is an unlimited supply of outdoor activities and events. There are plenty of activities that you can indulge in to satisfy your adrenaline drive including boating or kayaking, jet-skiing and parasailing.  Puerto Vallarta offers a wide variety of water sports to spend a spectacular day filled with excitement and fun. The beach never disappoints the viewer and always provides a beautiful and relaxing sunset, where the colours and the clouds combine to give a calm conclusion to the day. 

For the underwater lovers, give scuba diving a try and you can discover the richness of marine flora and fauna that inhabits these blue waters. In addition, whale watching in Puerto Vallarta is a good sport if you’re looking for some lively swimming acrobatics of the largest mammals who ever lived on earth. Humpback whales begin to come during November and disappear by early April. December has the most active viewing of whales, as males compete for female attention for mating. 

For you foodies, one of the tastiest reasons to visit Puerto Vallarta is along the cobblestone streets, where authentic street tacos and homemade Mexican dishes will delight your palette.  Fish tacos, grilled octopus, and shrimp ceviches are some of the fresh options at most restaurants and taco stands. While Mexico is famous for its sizzling fajitas and spicy tacos, fresh produce is available all year long in Puerto Vallarta, so it’s easy to jumpstart your day with slices of pineapple, mango, papaya, and oranges grown locally. With so many options, there are several food tours that show you the best Puerto Vallarta locations for authentic Mexican food, and some of the top restaurants are at the all-inclusive resorts. 

Another wonderful bonus to Puerto Vallarta is the abundance of festivals. Vallarta Cup is a race in Banderas Bay, while the Sayulita Festival is an event filled with music, dance, food, wine, movies, concert, surfing and yoga sessions. Vallarta wine fest, Puerto Vallarta Taco Festival, Vallarta Azteca International Folklore Festival, Restaurant Week, Navy Day, Punta Mita Beach Festival and Festival Gourmet International are some of the many festivals celebrated in Puerto Vallarta.

The all-inclusive resorts in Puerto Vallarta are one of the best options for first-time visitors as they provide the guidance newcomers may need.  Spend your day splashing in the waves with your kids, or sipping a glass of wine at sunset with your partner. As the all-inclusive resorts occupy a large portion of the tourism industry, make sure to book your resort far in advance, as the competition is fierce amongst the highly popular ones. They are customer-friendly and will address your requests promptly. Some resorts even offer child-care facilities so the parents and the child both can have a good time.

With so many exciting things to do in Puerto Vallarta, it is the perfect suited option for your next Mexico Vacation.  If you want to take a break from your daily routine and are looking for a distant beachside paradise in Mexico, I highly recommend Puerto Vallarta, and I promise with my help your trip will be perfect in every way.