Puerto Vallarta News

Puerto Vallarta news with a true city desk sensibility—fast, sober, and grounded in the Bay. We track what matters on both sides of Banderas Bay, from City Hall and the airport to the Malecón, Marina, and Zona Romántica, with an eye on tourism, public safety, development, and the cost of living for locals. When hurricanes threaten, earthquakes hit, or beach closures and road works disrupt daily life, we publish updates as they happen and link to original advisories, data, and public records. You’ll also find short explainers that unpack complex stories, plus weekly briefings for Vallarta and nearby communities like Bucerías and Nuevo Nayarit. Start with today’s top headlines, then dive into neighborhood coverage for the fuller picture. Vallarta Daily was born here—and our reporting still starts here.

Puerto Vallarta triple cruise arrivals kick off 2026 strong

Puerto Vallarta opens 2026 with a triple-ship day and 24 January calls, bringing nearly 9,000 passengers and a boost for local businesses.

Romantic Zone public-sex scandal sparks calls for more patrols After a public-sex video in Puerto Vallarta, the Romantic Zone scandal is fueling calls for stronger patrols and clear, even enforcement.
Tequila businessman killed on road to Puerto Vallarta Jalisco authorities say tequila executive José Adrián Corona Radillo was abducted on a highway near Atenguillo and found dead two days later.
Puerto Vallarta-Yelapa ferry begins service Tuesday A new ASIPONA ferry now links Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa in about 90 minutes, starting Jan. 6 with Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday runs.
Puerto Vallarta homicide leaves man dead in 5 de Diciembre Police found a man fatally shot outside a mechanic shop at Guatemala and Jamaica in 5 de Diciembre, Puerto Vallarta's second homicide of 2026.
Puerto Vallarta whale watching is peaking right now Puerto Vallarta whale watching is underway as humpbacks arrive to mate and calve. Learn what licensed tours show, and what rules protect them.
Puerto Vallarta evacuations after Guerrero quake alert Puerto Vallarta evacuations followed a 6.5 quake in Guerrero after phone alerts triggered drills in tourist zones. Officials reported no damage.
Puerto Vallarta beach flags raise red and purple alerts Red flags at Palmares and Punta Negra mean stay out of the water. A purple flag warns at Playa Burros’ river area; others are yellow.
Thousands welcome 2026 on the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta Thousands packed the Malecón for live music, a midnight countdown, and a drone-and-fireworks show that launched Puerto Vallarta into 2026.
Puerto Vallarta triple cruise arrivals kick off 2026 strong Puerto Vallarta opens 2026 with a triple-ship day and 24 January calls, bringing nearly 9,000 passengers and a boost for local businesses.
Puerto Vallarta forest fires risk rises this spring Meteorologists warn Puerto Vallarta is heading into a hotter, drier, windier stretch that could fuel larger wildfires from mid-February onward.

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