Puerto Vallarta is ideally situated between the magical Bay of Banderas and the spectacular Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range. Vallarta is a world-class destination frequented by +2M Mexican nationals and international tourists annually and home to +200,000 locals and +50,000 ex-pats from Canada and the U.S. who came to visit and never left!. No wonder – smiling Vallartenses always seem to be more than willing to lend a helping hand!
Vallarta is as slow or fast-paced and as diverse as you wish. Kick back and relax on the beach, soak up some arts and culture, shop till you drop, golf, go horseback riding, take a jungle tour,a fishing excursion, swim with dolphins, visit a spa, savour traditional Mexican cuisine, dine at a five-star restaurant, take in live theatre or dance till sunrise! Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, adventure seeker or a newlywed Vallarta has a myriad of activities to indulge in and if you’re just searching for rest and relaxation Vallarta is a great place to chill out.
Vallarta is an anomaly – despite the rapid growth of the small colonial seaport Vallarta has maintained a laid-back, quaint and charming ambiance. If you’ve never been to Mexico and aren’t fluent in Spanish, Vallarta is a good place to begin to discover Mexico’s vibrant colors and rich culture.