PUERTO VALLARTA
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all in love with Puerto Vallarta's old world charm and dreamlike natural beauty. Lush tropical jungles surround this quaint colonial city with interesting architecture, cobblestone streets and white-washed buildings. Discover chic boutiques as you stroll along the Malecón, then check out the exploding art scene and sizzling nightlife. Sprawling golden beaches, Pacific blue waters and heart-stopping sunsets that reflect on majestic mountains complete this picture-perfect vacation spot.
Puerto Vallarta Resort Areas
Nuevo Vallarta
Exciting area north of the airport that overlooks miles of sandy beaches.
Marina Vallarta
Just south of the airport and home to deluxe hotels, a championship golf course and world class marina
Hotel Zone
Action packed area of resorts, restaurants, shops and great beaches between the Marina and Downtown. 
Downtown Viejo Vallarta
Historic and cultural sites, diverse dining and shopping opportunities A
South Zone Mismaloya
Secluded area with many private coves, hillside villas, deluxe hotels and fine beaches
GENERAL INFORMATION ON PUERTO VALLARTA
The Malecón
Shopping is best along the Malecón, the seaside main street with many small shops
The Market
The Market on the banks of the Rio Cuale sells one-of-a-king Mexican handicrafts, clothing, jewelry, food items and more.
Fine Art Galleries
Fine art galleries in Puerto Vallarta are internationally acclaimed and a "must see".
Nightlife
Whether it's sunset margaritas at a quiet cliff side terrace, or pina coladas at a lively club. Puerto Vallarta's variety of bars is unsurpassed along the Mexican Riviera. When the sun goes down, the fun begins at nightclubs and discos that rival those of any cosmopolitan city.
Dining
When it comes to dining, Puerto Vallarta does it "con gusto." Restaurants serve up an 
array of international cuisine, including Mexican, Italian, French, Argentinian, Cajun, Japanese and more. Choose from casual beach restaurants to romantic candlelit dinner houses.
Banderas Bay
The largest natural bay and third largest in the world, Banderas Bay stretches 13 miles across and 47 miles across.
Fabulous Beaches
Puerto Vallarta offers over forty different beaches. From the long "walking" stretches in the north to the secluded golden sand beaches of the South Zone, each has its own personality.
Golf
Perfect for your swing on the jungle lined fairways of Los Flamingos Country Club in Nuevo Vallarta. The Marina Vallarta Country Club also offers great golf and scenic surroundings.
Fishing
Fishing is a way of life in Puerto Vallarta. Depending on the season, the waters of 
Puerto Vallarta teem with sailfish, marlin, tuna and many smaller game fish.
Whale Watching
From December through April, experience the thrill of whales up close in the bay.
Watersports
On the 25 miles of Pacific beaches, enjoy popular water sports including water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, catamaran and yacht excursions and more!