Nayarit
Beach Access Battle Heats Up in Nuevo Nayarit as Condo Security Blocks Roads to the Coast
A condominium security checkpoint and parking fees are blocking public access to beaches in Riviera Nayarit.
Puerto Vallarta
The Pacific jewel that went from Elizabeth Taylor's hideaway to Mexico's most LGBTQ-friendly resort — tourism, real estate, Banderas Bay, and the expat haven that keeps growing.
World Cup 2026
Jalisco Denies US Travel Alert for Puerto Vallarta, Unveils Massive World Cup Security Plan
Jalisco officials denied rumors of a US travel alert and unveiled a 15,000-strong security plan for the World Cup.
Tourism
Jalisco Dismisses US Travel Alert for Puerto Vallarta as World Cup Approaches
Puerto Vallarta is safe, says Jalisco, as World Cup draws near.
Puerto Vallarta
36 Degrees and No Relief: Puerto Vallarta's Heat Wave Tests Mexico's Biggest Beach Destination
Sunday hits 36°C in Puerto Vallarta with humidity making it feel like 42. The rainy season, the region's built-in cooling mechanism, is still two weeks out. For the millions who visit and live in Mexico's most famous resort town, the heat is the story.
Security
Federal Forces Raid Punta de Mita During Beach Protest - One Detained, No Answers
Armed federal agents entered a home in Punta de Mita, detained a man at gunpoint, and left without explanation — hours before a peaceful protest against the Playa Las Cocinas development. Six activists already face criminal charges in the escalating conflict.
Puerto Vallarta
Beach Cleanups Like CrossFit, Amazon's Mexico Launch, and Puerto Vallarta's New Bridge
Puerto Vallarta advances infrastructure with the near-complete Puente Amado Nervo, Playa Destiladeras' public reopening, Amazon Bazaar's launch ahead of new SAT taxes, and weekly beach "gym" cleanups.