Many who are looking to buy a home or condo in Puerto Vallarta are surprised to see how prevalent gas stovetops and ovens are in our destination. Most homes and condos for sale in the Banderas Bay area will come with a gas stovetop in the kitchen, and for some buyers who are accustomed to […]
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The Path to Becoming an Expat
For many people that own a vacation rental property or those who buy a winter home in Puerto Vallarta or Riviera Nayarit, a tourist visa for Mexico, which will allow you to stay in the country legally for up to 180 days, is enough. But many people who own a home in Puerto Vallarta opt […]
Back to School Tips for Vallarta Parents
Did you recently move to Puerto Vallarta with your family? If you did, you are not alone. With the rise of “digital nomads” and people being able to work from satellite offices anywhere in the world, more and more families are moving to Puerto Vallarta, encouraged by factors like an affordable cost of living, excellent […]
Moving with your pet to Puerto Vallarta
Our city is well-known for being very pet-friendly and for those buying a property in Puerto Vallarta, knowing how to travel with your pet is important. Visiting or moving to Mexico with your pet isn’t a difficult process if you take the time to prepare the necessary documentation to present to the Mexican Agricultural Office […]
Favorite Vallarta Restaurants for Beating the Heat
Our lush summer season comes with higher temperatures and humidity, inspiring many of our residents and visitors to look for a temporary retreat in an air-conditioned climate to refresh. Here are a few of our favorite summer restaurants in Puerto Vallarta with AC, for a delicious dinner out in a cool environment. Marina Vallarta Sleek […]
Avoiding Mosquitos in Puerto Vallarta
Mosquitos are most than just annoying pests that leave you with an itchy bite. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in North America, they can carry an assortment of diseases including: West Nile Virus Dengue Yellow Fever Lyme Disease Malaria Chikungunya Chagas’ Disease Cyclospora Monkeypox Leishmaniasis Luckily for those that own a home […]
What is UNIRSE Vallarta?
For anyone owning a property in Puerto Vallarta, UNIRSE is a place with which you will soon become familiar. An acronym for Unidad Regional de Servicios del Estado, UNIRSE is the regional state services office where you can accomplish many tasks that anyone living in Puerto Vallarta or owning a home in Vallarta will need. […]
Preparing for Puerto Vallarta Summer Season Weather
Our summer season in Puerto Vallarta is here and the start of our rainy season seems to be upon us even a little earlier than usual this year. If you own a home in Puerto Vallarta, it is a great idea to get your house or Vallarta condo prepared for the rainy season, which also […]
Restaurant Week Returns to Puerto Vallarta
It’s the most delicious time of the year in Puerto Vallarta as the incredibly popular Restaurant Week returns. A tradition since 2005, Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Week has grown to include 61 restaurants – the largest assortment in its 15-year history – with some of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit participating. In […]
Semana Santa Tips for Vallarta Homeowners
The Easter holidays, known as Semana Santa, are just around the corner, falling this year from the 13th to the 28th of April. While many might think that Christmas and New Years are the most popular times for vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Semana Santa sees our resort destination reach 100% guest occupancy with visitors from […]