Travel Guides & Local Tips

Before you travel to Mexico, you’ll probably be wondering how to get pesos in Mexico. What money is best to take to Mexico? Do you need to carry cash? Should you exchange money before you travel to Mexico? Or is there a way to get pesos once there without paying huge fees? Once you are […]

If you’re looking for what to do in Puerto Vallarta, hiking should be at the top of your list. It’s budget and environmentally friendly, and when you’re surrounded by incredible views of the bay and mountains, you’ll be able to take some of the best photos of your vacation. Spending the day hiking in Puerto Vallarta with […]

In the name of thrifty drinking, we’ve done the hard work for you and put together an exhaustive guide to the best bars in Bucerias with weekly specials & happy hours. Imagine 2×1 cocktails, $20 MXN beers, and $45 MXN glasses of wine! Best Bars in Bucerias Below is a list of our favorite bars […]

Attending a baby sea turtle release in Puerto Vallarta at a local sanctuary is definitely on the top of our list of things to do as a family in the area. During hatching season, sea turtle liberation ceremonies in Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, and Sayulita are held almost daily at the different camps and sanctuaries […]

Bucerias takes eating and drinking very seriously. While visiting, you should too. One of the best things about this town is that, despite its size, there are SO many amazing Bucerias restaurants to choose from. Whether you want the best fish tacos, breakfast and coffee, gourmet dining, vegetarian-friendly spots, local bars with great happy hours, […]

No need to hire a guide to see all the highlights of this beautiful city. What better way to get some exercise and explore the city than on a free walking tour of Puerto Vallarta? After all, less money spent on a city tour means more money for margaritas on the beach later! Below you […]

Best 20+ Things to do in Bucerias Here are some of the activities, attractions, and best things to do in Bucerias during your trip to the Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. We live here and our family has been compiling this list over the last 9 years, so you’ll be guaranteed to have an amazing visit to […]

Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) is well connected to all of Mexico, the USA, & Canada. There are multiple Puerto Vallarta airport transportation options including taxis, Uber pickups, a shuttle, or private airport transfer. Below are all our suggestions for the best way to get from Puerto Vallarta airport to your hotel or vacation […]