Following an increase in attacks by and towards crocodiles in Puerto Vallarta, local crocodiles have humorously sought to de-escalate tensions by proposing designated zones for humans.

Puerto Vallarta is currently experiencing an unusually quiet summer travel season, even more so than typical slow periods. A local writer is exploring the reasons behind the significant decrease in tourism this year.

International air arrivals, particularly high-value tourism, have decreased this year in Mexico's major beach resort destinations such as Cancún, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta.

A 28-year-old man was killed in a crocodile attack at a beach resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The incident occurred as a vacationing couple reportedly attempted to save him.

Querétaro, along with Puerto Vallarta, La Paz, and Delicias, has been named among Mexico's most competitive cities in the 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index (ICU), recognized for its capacity to attract talent and investment.

Puerto Vallarta marked two milestone anniversaries with festivities that blended local traditions and celebrations, including a display by the Águilas Aztecas, Mexico's equivalent of the Blue Angels.

Authorities in Puerto Vallarta are investigating a possible link between the deaths of three women. The ongoing probe seeks to determine if the incidents are connected.

MND Local Puerto Vallarta features a guide to the city's best restaurants and historical events taking place in May.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, hosted a unique evening featuring tequila tasting combined with immersive storytelling, offering a cultural experience for attendees.

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico, a Mexican airport operator, reported an 8.9% year-over-year slide in airport traffic, with Puerto Vallarta experiencing a significant 24% slump.

A new true crime series titled 'The Dark Side of Fame' is set to premiere every Wednesday in Puerto Vallarta, focusing on the darker aspects of celebrity life.

A guide outlines various ways for both residents and visitors to get involved and give back to the local community through volunteering in Puerto Vallarta.

March news in Puerto Vallarta Mexico News Daily

Shashanda Trujillo has dedicated her life in Puerto Vallarta to helping the community, with incredible effect. The post MND Local: Puerto Vallarta’s greatest volunteer appeared first on Mexico News…

Puerto Vallarta rolls out the red carpet for first cruise ship arrival since El Mencho’s death  Mexico News Daily

Puerto Vallarta has started to reopen after days of violence and unrest sparked by the killing of a Mexican cartel boss. According to the Mexican Navy, the resort city is now secure and the reinforcements that were sent are staying until further notice.

Amid continuing safety concerns, a security alert for Mexico has forced some cruise diversions from Puerto Vallarta, as vacationers face adjusted travel plans and reroutes.

Lora Pope, who manages three Airbnb properties in Puerto Vallarta, has reported receiving cancellations, impacting her income, following unspecified 'chaos' in the area.

BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.

Writer Meagan Drillinger in Mexico Courtesy of Meagan Drillinger Puerto Vallarta has been travel writer Meagan Drillinger's home base for five years. As she heard from loved ones on the ground about this week's cartel violence, she longed to return. Like any place anywhere, Puerto Vallarta and Mexico are larger than their worst moments, she says. After cartel violence erupted across the Mexican state of Jalisco this week, images and videos of burning cars and buildings, shuttered storefront...

MND Local: How is Puerto Vallarta today?  Mexico News Daily

Police in Mexico are searching for a number of inmates sprung from a prison in Puerto Vallarta during a wave of attacks launched by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) on Sunday.

Tourists watch a column of smoke after members of organized crime carried out roadblocks and burned down some businesses following a military operation Stringer/Reuters This post originally appeared

Amid reports of cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta following the alleged death of boss Nemesio 'El Mencho' Cervantes, the historic Hotel Casa Kimberly, formerly owned by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, confirms it remains unaffected and open for business.

U.S. airlines canceled flights to and from the Mexican cities of Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara on Monday amid cartel-related violence over the weekend, leaving tourists stranded.

Branden James and his husband have spent the last 10 winters in Puerto Vallarta Courtesy of Branden James Branden James, a 47-year-old musician, has been in Puerto Vallarta for the winter with his husband. He watched from his apartment building as cars were set on fire throughout the city. Branden said he isn't fearful for his safety right now because the attacks aren't targeting people. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Branden James, a 47-year-old musician who has spe...

News reports are questioning whether a Costco store in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, has burned down.

@morelifediares/ REUTERS Linda Armijo is nearly two months into a three-month stay in Puerto Vallarta. She travels there annually and says she's never felt scared — including this week. She's monitoring the situation from her rooftop and on social media. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Linda Armijo, a 70-year-old who lives in Carson City, Nevada. It has been edited for length and clarity. My husband and I have been visiting Puerto Vallarta regularly for about twenty-fi...

Smoke billows from burning vehicles in Puerto Vallarta on Sunday. @morelifediares via Instagram/Youtube/@morelifediares via REUTERS Cartel violence has caused major disruption in parts of Mexico and

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As authorities in Mexico combat the narco gangs terrorizing Puerto Vallarta and other parts of the country, the citizens -- and pets -- are left running for cover. In a new video shared online, a dog

American Airlines Says Due To Ongoing Situation In Puerto Vallarta (PVR) & Guadalajara (GDL), Co Canceled Flights To & From PVR & GDL For Remainder Of Feb 22  TradingView

Multiple videos have emerged showing incidents of violence and vehicle fires in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico.

An overview of current events and happenings in the Mexican cities of Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Officials in Puerto Vallarta are noting an increasing number of interactions between crocodiles and humans, prompting discussions on potential solutions to manage the growing encounters.

Puerto Vallarta is focusing on its natural environment, from aiding endangered sea turtle hatchlings to addressing beach quality issues, even as the city continues to experience growth.

Recent events, including a fatal crocodile attack that garnered international attention, highlight Puerto Vallarta's ongoing transition and various challenges.

A 28-year-old man was attacked and killed by a crocodile in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, near a luxury hotel, in front of horrified tourists.

Suzanne York, director of the non-profit environmental advocacy organization Transition Earth, is making a global impact from her home office in Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta is providing tax relief for debtors, has been designated a Tree City of the World for the second consecutive year, and is organizing free fan activities for the World Cup in June.

Puerto Vallarta is experiencing a surge in scorpion stings, prompting local health concerns. Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions against these incidents.

VidantaWorld is expanding its resort experience in Puerto Vallarta ahead of the Mexico Open golf tournament, which will feature PGA Tour championship golf and Día de Muertos celebrations from Oct 29–Nov 1.

Puerto Vallarta is hosting a 'Flashback Fever' event, celebrating classic themes from 'Grease,' dancing, and 'Saturday Night Fever'.

Despite new tourist attractions opening across the Bay of Banderas, Puerto Vallarta is experiencing a worrying drop in passenger numbers at its international airport.

The Bay of Banderas region is experiencing a week of diverse local events, including an expat protest in Puerto Vallarta, a national seafood festival featuring 10,000 oysters in Bucerías, and new public safety measures.

The Mariposario Jardín Mágico, a butterfly sanctuary in Puerto Vallarta, is highlighted as a recommended attraction for visitors.

A guide outlines how both visitors and residents can get involved in volunteering opportunities within Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Puerto Vallarta is addressing damage to vehicles from recent violence and unrest, alongside ongoing concerns about water quality and women's right to safety.

MND Local: Puerto Vallarta’s greatest volunteer  Mexico News Daily

The popular tourist area suffered one of the most ferocious reprisals following the taking down of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader

Spring breakers change up their vacation plans as Mexico violence concerns continue. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.

Canada's airline regulator says the air carriers ferrying Canadians abroad have a responsibility to get delayed or stranded passengers back on track "as soon as possible," including when unpredictable circumstances unfold, such as the violence in Mexico that recently disrupted flight service to the tourist destination of Puerto Vallarta.

Michelada Festival Hits Puerto Vallarta’s Waterfront  Mexico News Daily

Mexico reports Jalisco security stabilized after cartel violence following kingpin "El Mencho's" reported death, with flights resuming to Puerto Vallarta.

A Wisconsin tourist shared her experiences of being stranded at Mexico's Punta Mita luxury resort region as cartel violence shuts down airports across the Mexico coast.

The Pacific city is cleaning up and returning to normality as businesses and tourism reopen. Here's the latest on cleanup operations and flight schedules. The post MND Local: How is Puerto Vallarta today? appeared first on Mexico News Daily

The prisoners escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarta after armed men rammed one of the gates.

Las autoridades reportan la fuga de 23 presos en Puerto Vallarta tras operativo que terminó con la muerte del narcotraficante

American travel companies are scrambling to reroute cruise ships and take care of tourists to Mexico.

Hannah Donovan and her family. Courtesy of Talie Boyle Mexican authorities killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, triggering violence in cities across Mexico. Business Insider spoke with 3 Americans who had planned to visit Puerto Vallarta or are there now. "We're definitely a little traumatized by the situation," said one woman who had to cancel her trip. Hannah Donovan is four months pregnant. And with two little ones already at home, she and her husband had been banking ...

Cars on fire along a coastal road in Puerto Vallarta on Sunday. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor. Mexico carried out a raid on Sunday that killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. His kill

The video spread around the world, but is the Costco still standing and what Oxxo stores have been affected by attacks? The post Did the Puerto Vallarta Costco burn down? appeared first on Mexico News Daily

The Mexican army killed the country’s most powerful cartel leader and one of the United States’ most wanted fugitives, notching a major victory

Air Canada and United Airlines have both announced the suspension of their flights to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

A report on current happenings and events in the Mexican cities of Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

A local expert provides tips and recommendations for the best hotels to book in Puerto Vallarta for 2026.

Officials in Jalisco and Puerto Vallarta are addressing an increase in crocodile attacks on humans and vice versa, focusing on protecting both species.

Playa del Cuale in Puerto Vallarta and Playa Principal in Puerto Escondido are among five beaches in Mexico that have exceeded federal contamination limits, rendering them unsafe for swimming, though most of the Mexican coastline remains clean.

A California couple described witnessing a 12-foot crocodile attack a swimmer near a Puerto Vallarta Marriott, detailing their desperate and ultimately helpless attempts to save the victim.

An analysis explores whether Puerto Vallarta or Florida offers a better retirement option for individuals with $500,000 in savings.

The summer rainy season is anticipated in Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay region, bringing a significant and beautiful change to the area.

Panic has gripped the popular Mexican resort town of Puerto Vallarta after three women were found murdered in the past two weeks. Growing evidence suggests the crimes may be the work of a serial killer.

Puerto Vallarta is hosting various events in May, offering opportunities to sample the city's best restaurants and explore its history through exhibits.

A local guide highlights the stunning beaches south of Puerto Vallarta, accessible by hiking, boat, or a combination of both.

Local news from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, highlights the construction of a new pier, ongoing flood preparations, and concerning tourism data.

Alaska Air has issued a warning that its first-quarter profits will be negatively impacted by high fuel costs, civil unrest in Puerto Vallarta, and recent storms in Hawaii.

Mexico News Daily features a local story on Puerto Vallarta's butterfly sanctuary, showcasing its natural beauty and ecological importance.

Movie Picnic — Puerto Vallarta’s Beloved Outdoor Cinema Is Back for Its 11th Season  Mexico News Daily

Sunset, Sequins & Ancient Spirits — Rhythms of the Night in Puerto Vallarta  Mexico News Daily

Mariachis and local officials welcomed more than 4,000 tourists aboard the Norweigan Bliss, as normal cruise traffic begins to return to the Pacific port city. The post Puerto Vallarta rolls out the…

Canada's airline regulator announced it will launch an investigation into recent flight disruptions that occurred in the popular tourist destination of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Twenty-three prisoners, most with violent records, broke out of the facility during last Sunday's unrest in the state of Jalisco and beyond. Only four had been captured as of Thursday morning. The post Authorities capture 4 escapees after Puerto Vallarta jailbreak; 19 remain at large appeared first on Mexico News Daily

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel's attack on Puerto Vallarta left a ton of Americans stranded in the resort town ... including actress Niecy Nash ... who is thankfully safe now. Niecy and her wife, Jessica Betts, rushed to the airport Tuesday to…

When violence erupted in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, after a drug-lord killing, Agustín Pizá sheltered in his apartment with time to reflect.

Mexico's Navy deploys 103 Marines and tactical vehicles to Jalisco after cartel leader "El Mencho" killed, as authorities brace for prolonged violence and power struggles.

Global Affairs Canada is urging Canadians in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara to head to the airports only if they have a confirmed flight, 'and it's safe to do so,' two days after violence erupted acr

Mexican authorities are searching for 23 inmates who escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarta after armed men rammed one of the gates during a wave of violence.

Të paktën 23 persona janë arratisur nga një burg rajonal në Puerto Vallarta, në shtetin e Jaliscos, gjatë trazirave që filluan në Meksikë pas vrasjes së kreut të kartelit të drogës Jalisco New Generat

Brian Thompson, 75, arrived in Puerto Vallarta on Saturday and is sheltering in place. Courtesy of Brian Thompson Brian Thompson, 75, headed to Mexico to escape a winter storm in New Jersey. He said

An NDP hopeful's tweet about the '2SLGBTQIA+ community' has garnered significant attention, racking up nearly 5,000 replies amid ongoing chaos in Puerto Vallarta.

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said her Mexican counterpart believes the violence that's erupted in parts of Mexico, including the popular tourist destination of Puerto Vallarta, will calm in the coming days.

Footage shows cars set ablaze in the city of Puerto Vallarta as tourists describe ‘war zone’

Vicki Gunvalson, who owns a vacation condo in Puerto Vallarta, is assuring fans she's out of harm’s way as violence rocks the popular Mexican resort town. "The Real Housewives of Orange County" star took to her Instagram Story Sunday, saying,…

Violence erupted in Jalisco, Mexico, on Sunday. Ulises Ruiz / AFP The US State Department urged American tourists in Mexico to "shelter in place" on Sunday. Violence has erupted across parts of Mexic

Nancy Guthrie case update: New unverified claims about ‘Today’ host Savannah Guthrie's mother emerged amid the recent violence in Puerto Vallarta

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