November is the perfect month to visit Puerto Vallarta, in the state of Jalisco, and Riviera Nayarit, in the state of Nayarit, for some much-needed TLC. As winter creeps in, Mexico’s Pacific Coast is enjoying sunny and warm weather along with 3 impressive gourmet and wellness festivals – the best way to rejuvenate after a long year!
XXV Festival Gourmet International (19th – 24th November)
The Festival Gourmet International celebrates 25 years of putting Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Tepic at the top of international gastronomy this year!
Leading international chefs showcase new ideas for amazing food and more than 30 restaurants and hotels will come together to turn their destinations into exemplary exhibits of fantastic gastronomy, entertainment, culture and tourism in Mexico.
Don’t miss the glamorous opening celebration on the 19th November in the luxurious Vidanta Resort, where you can meet all invited guest chefs, local chefs and celebrities from the hospitality industry and enjoy a multitude of gourmet culinary delights.
Visit festivalgourmet.com for more information.
Puerto Vallarta Free Soul Festival (29th November – 1st December)
Want to immerse yourself with yoga, music, meditation and community in one of the most beautiful destinations? Puerto Vallarta Free Soul Festival is the ultimate place to connect with nature, your inner self and others. The festival’s core draws on the natural elements that surround us, with water, fire, wind and earth all playing their part in this experience.
The happening of wellness heaven brings the most recognised yoga and meditation masters, part of a great worldwide community, to Puerto Vallarta. You can look forward to the likes of Robin Martin, David Kyle, Jacob Manning, Gerson Frau and Pablo Quiroga!
Private and public lessons pop up at different parts of the city throughout the day and evening. Musicians well known to the wellness scene, such as Javier Bautista – Sadahaka Healing Sounds, Dj Taz Radish, Amayama and Raoul Diaz-Kirtan, uplift the festival even further.
For more information visit freesoulfestival.com.
Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf (14th – 17th November)
Enjoy 4 days of finest local and international cuisine, wine, tequila and mezcal with world-class golf in the unique and exclusive destination that is Punta Mita in the Riviera Nayarit.
Renowned guest chefs and winemakers from Mexico and abroad come together to bring you an amazing celebration of finest flavours and golf. It’s the perfect opportunity to play with the pros in signature Jack Nicklaus’s world-class courses Bahia and Pacifico.
Savour delicious signature dishes right by the ocean, paired with a fine selection of Mexican wines, enjoy the famous The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort BBQ. Join renowned Mexican chef, Josefina Santacruz, for a cooking class fusing Mexican and Asian flavours.
For more information visit puntamitagourmetandgolf.com.
Trending News on PVDN
10 Million Pesos Allocated for the Rehabilitation of Puerto Vallarta’s Iconic Los Muertos Pier PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - The Mayor of Puerto Vallarta, Luis Alberto Michel Rodríguez, recently toured Los Muertos Pier to supervise the ongoing rehabilitation work. This project, undertaken by the Secretary of Infrastructure and Public Works (SIOP) of the State Government, has been backed with an investment of 10 million pesos. Los Muertos Pier is one…
Expats Need to Be Honest, Mexico Isn’t Safe (Opinion) PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - Can you name any country that is dubbed safe, despite weekly discoveries of over 100 bags filled with human remains scattered across its lands or where international criminal organizations have infiltrated local governments from city council to mayor, governor, local and state police, the military, and the presidency? The answer, astonishingly,…
Missing LGBTIQ Activist, Rubén Michel Castro Guízar, Found Dead in Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) - A tragic ending to a mysterious disappearance, Rubén Michel Castro Guízar, a notable figure within the LGBTIQ and deaf communities of Puerto Vallarta, was found deceased on Monday. The grim discovery was made ten days after the 32-year-old's sudden disappearance following his participation in a local pride march. The deaf activist,…
Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival Kicks Off in Style PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - The 23rd edition of the Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival (FICPV) has officially opened with an illustrious gala at the Dr. Juan Luis Cifuentes Lemus Auditorium, located in the Centro Universitario de la Costa (CUCosta). The festival, running from June 8th to 11th, showcases a diverse selection of films and brings…
FBI Issue Warning to American Timeshare Owners in Mexico: $40 Million Lost to Scams in 2022 PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - In a recent revelation, the United States embassy in Mexico, in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has issued a warning to American timeshare owners in Mexico. The advisory focuses on an emerging scam targeting this demographic via unsolicited phone calls or emails intending to rent their properties. In…
The Humble Origins of Puerto Vallarta: From Las Peñas to a Global Tourist Destination The Birthplace of Puerto Vallarta: Las Peñas Long before the town's transformation into a popular tourist destination, Puerto Vallarta, or as it was originally known, Las Peñas de Santa Maria de Guadalupe, began as a humble fishing village. Nestled between towering mountains and a sprawling sea, Las Peñas was home to only a handful of…
Massive Infrastructure Rehabilitation Underway in Puerto Vallarta PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - The municipal government of Puerto Vallarta is making strides toward bettering the infrastructure of the city. Focused efforts on the rehabilitation of streets, rural roads, and the cleanup of ditches, grates, and sewers are enhancing the quality of life for Vallarta's residents. Crews from the Public Works Directorate have been actively…
Eight Call Center Employees Suspected in Cartel Scam Targeting Americans Confirmed Dead Eight young employees of a call center in Mexico were confirmed dead Tuesday, victims of a violent drug cartel involved in a real estate scam targeting Americans. The tragic news comes following reports from family members who had reported the youths missing after failing to return from work. A Grisly Discovery and the Unmasking of…
Puerto Vallarta Sees Post-Pandemic Tourism Surge with Over 3 Million Air Passengers PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - In a remarkable post-pandemic rebound, Puerto Vallarta has welcomed more than 3 million passengers by air this year, nearly half a million of whom arrived in May alone. Passenger Traffic on the Rise According to data from the Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), which manages the air terminal at this tourist…
Popocatépetl Volcano Activity Continues; June 5, 2023 Monitoring Update PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) - In the latest updates from the monitoring systems of the Popocatépetl volcano, 108 exhalations were recorded in the last 24 hours, accompanied by water vapor, volcanic gases, and minor quantities of ash. The monitoring systems also registered 51 minutes of tremor segments, ranging from low to moderate amplitude and high frequency.…
