Puerto Vallarta Mexico and the Bay of Banderas offers tours and excursions, accommodations, world-class shopping and gourmet restaurants; everything you are looking for in a vacation resort.
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JUST THE FACTS...
• Location
Pacific coast of Mexico, along Banderas Bay, Mexico's largest natural bay, in the northwest corner of the State of Jalisco.
• Population
350,000 of which 6,500 are expatriates. 2 million visitors annually.
• Climate
November to April: Average high 85/low 63
May to October: Average high 92/low 70
Rainy Season: Mid-June through September, mainly afternoon and evening showers.
• Time
Puerto Vallarta is in the Central Standard Time Zone. The same as Texas, which is two hours ahead of California and one hour behind New York.
• Electricity
110 volt 60-current same as the United States, no adapters needed.
• Water
While the water in Puerto Vallarta is some of the best in Mexico and is tested regularly it is wiser to stick with bottled water.
• Accommodations
Over 15,000 rooms available from bed and breakfast, to five star, Gran tourismo and private homes, villas, and condominiums. | | |
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YOU SHOULD KNOW...
• Economy
Mainly tourist related. Agriculture, tobacco, cattle ranching and Tequila production are also important as financial resources.
• Currency
You can exchange your money for Pesos at money exchange houses located on nearly every street corner, and at banks throughout the city. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are widely accepted.
• Airport
Located 4 miles from down town, has over 450 weekly flights, ground transportation available.
• Taxis
There are 1000s of taxis available in Puerto Vallarta. Fares are posted in most major hotels. Asking about the fare before you get in may save you a few pesos.
• Buses
Fares in town are 4 pesos, which equals about 50¢ in the US. Buses can be caught at nearly every corner and run from early morning until around midnight. | | |
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