Puerto Vallarta Travel Forum

Will be in PV later this summer and looking for Salsa/Samba dance instructors!
If anyone has suggestions, or knows someone please send info!!! Gracias!!!

Hi all, I've been to PV twice, but we are going to Sayulita next week. I've heard there is a cheap way to get from PV to Sayulita on the local bus. Anyone know anything about this? Also, what are your thoughts about car rentals for the week? Rent from the U.S? Which company and who gives good rates? What about transportation within and around Sayulita? We've got a couple of bum knees, (not bums) going on this trip. We are all fairly adventurous and budget-conscience travelers. Any additional info is welcome.
Thanks!

Hello,
We plan on visiting Casa Kimberley during our vacation in PV and I would like to know if they also offer the option of dining on site. I know that you can book a room for the night and the breakfast is included in the room price, but I would like to know if they also serve lunch and/or dinner to guests or to people who are just visiting the place and want to have a nice meal on the terrace where Liz and Richard spent a lot of time together.
Thank you,
Monica

Hello,
We will be in Puerto Vallarta in August and would like go to San Sebastian and Tequila (visit the town and the factory). I know that there are some tours, but we would like to do the side trips at our own pace. What is the best way to go there from Puerto Vallarta: drive on our own or fly (if this is possible)? We will be staying close to Punta de Mita and we will rent a car for few days in order to do sightseeing at our own pace and not be stuck in the resort all the time.
Thank you,
Monica

Hi,
My friend and I (ages 73 and 67) are going to Puerto Vallarta Sept. 13-20. Are we likely to die from the heat? Or will it just be sticky hot but bearable?
Thanks, Donna

Ok, I've narrowed it down to a few choices for the best seafood, with a breathtaking view.

La Palapa
River Cafe

I want to find something that feels like you're in Puerto Vallarta and that's why I am not going with Le Kliff, Cafe Des Artistes, or Vista Grill.

Can anyone tell me from their personal experience which is better: La Palapa's or River Cafe for food and ambience?

Thank you all in advance^^

Dear all V.T'ers,

I'm planning a trip for my parents to P.V at the end of this month and would like to know if anyone can recommend a specific tour suitable for two spunky 60 year olds?

They have tremendous energy but, do not do many water activities.

Any great restaurants particularly seafood with ambience, a view, great view, and something special?

Any recommendations on shows or cruises or are these all tourist traps?

Thanks a bunch!
I love this site!

I am planning a trip to Puerto Vallarta and was wondering if mid October is a good time to visit? The main reason for travel is to relax and lay on the beach so I want to confirm that it is a good time (weather wise) to visit.

Where have you stayed for all inclusive in PV. This will be our first trip to PV at Christmas 2008 and we like a nice property, nice pools, beach, nearby shops and restaurants as we don't always eat at the inclusive for every meal. We don't do well walking long distance and would travel as need by taxi no rental cars.
What are your thoughts?

I am planing a trip to Puerto Vallarta and was wondering if anyone has Ideas or suggestions for me. I want to go the cheapest possible. Is it worth getting a package deal or do everything separately? And Im looking for about 4 nights at the end of april. Also Im not set on just Puerto Vallarta I just think its the cheapest. Well just hoping for Ideas and suggestions.

I've heard that you can tip the check in Clerk at the RCI Club Regina to get a better room. If you have done this, how much and how do you approach it? Thanks for the help.

I'm going to PV in two weeks. I'm looking for a personal guide that will take my family out for the day. Has anyone used someone that they would refer?

We are flying in on March 29, but our week stay at the Mayan Palace in Nuevo Vallarta doesn't start until the next day. Looking for a reasonably priced (local?) hotel to spend that night. Preferably near Nuevo Vallarta. Thanks for any feedback.

We've been to PV 18 out of the last 20 years but will be staying at a hotel in the Marina area this time so need a little help. The question is, can we catch a bus from the airport terminal directly to the Marina hotels or do you need to change buses at some point? Thanks

We are flying in on March 29, but our week stay at the Mayan Palace doesn't start until the next day. Looking for a reasonably priced (local?) hotel to spend that night. Thanks for any feedback.

Have been here several times, and each visit I find as satisfying as the last. Never-the-less my friend and I are in a quandry about the establish date of this Vallarta location, and I cannot seem to find the info. Can you help?

We are going to Puerto Vallarta in May and hope to do a one day Marlin, Sail Fish, Tuna charter. Can anyone give me a testimonial about any particular Charter outfit.. Also, We are looking to share this 8-10 our adventure with 2 or 3 people in May 08, week of the 16-23... Let me know if you are interested..Also.. What are my chances of a Marlin in May on one trip?

I am going to Bucerias next Fri - Sun. I will want to rent some snorkeling gear. Where can I get it and how much does it cost?

Taking my kids to PV for the spring break and want some family photos done by relieable persons. Any sujestions. Thanks

My husband & I and my sister will be staying at the royal
Decameron from Feb. 23
til March 8th . My son and his wife and 2 young (3&5) are stopping on a cruise ship on the 25th. My question is : Is it possible to pay for a one day visit so they could come and see us?

Ralph & Lenora Myers
Elsie Hodgson are your guests

how can I get a complete list of all scuba dive shops located around puerto vallarta.I am lookin for a boat that has a head,I am coming with a non diver.thanks steve

I am looking for something small and a relatively cheap place? perhaps a B&B type of place? Is there anything around? Not too far from the beach too..Any suggestions?

Dear Puerto Vallarta experts,

I'm desperately looking for a travel destination for a sisterly bonding week. As we are both into the beach and partying I thought either Cabo or PV would be a good choice. We are both about 30 years old and would prefer to stay clear of the gaggles of kids, college students etc. Essentially we would like to find an environment with people at least 25+. Would you happen to know which city may cater towards what we're looking for? There isn't that much information regarding this on the web. Also any information on Nikki Beach would be great. Thanks in advance,

A

I have always liked to stay with the locals, and am looking for a nice inexpensive place for two. My other half has not been to mexico yet. thank you.

If I remain with the velas vallarta in the marina, are there the buses of the city which will pass in front of the hotel or close to the hotel? Excuse my English, I speak only French!

Does anyone know if it's ok to ride bicycles in Puerto Vallarta. We purchased folding bikes to take with us to PV but I want to make sure they are ok to ride in PV and may be even better then a cab or to get around to local places. We are staying near Concha Chinas.

I am currently booking my second trip to Puerto Vallarta and have a few questions. Last time I went it was the second week in March and I had the time of my life. This time I have 2 weeks I can chose between and I am not sure which one would be best. I can either go March 15-23 or March 30-April 6. From what I have found out, I believe that the week of March 15-23 is Easter week and I am concerned that everywhere will be crowded and packed. I also have never been to Mexico in April and wanted to know if waiting till then will make a difference? I spoke with the gentleman that runs the hotel I'm going to and he mentioned that they only have 3 reservations for the month of April thus far....do I really want to go when it's dead down there??

If anyone can help me decide when to go, I would really appreciate it.

thank you,

Does anyone know of a good, english-speaking travel guide for Puerto Vallarta? If yes, how much did the guide charge and how long did the guide spend with you?

Thank you very much!

Mary

I am going to stay in Nuevo Vallarta, can I take a local (not airport) taxi from the airport? or do i have to take the bus to stay away from the $25 taxis.
What is safest and cheap.
thanks
jess

ps can I also grab a bus from Nuevo vallarta to Bucerias?

We will be traveling to Puerto Vallarta in Jan. and are looking for a unique, perhaps local, place to stay for a week. We'd like to be on the beach and would like to spend under $80 per day. And we want to have a kitchen. We'd love to find something a little bit different from the big name hotels. Any ideas?