n Mexico, there are many popular tourist destinations that travelers love to visit. The country’s rich culture, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and friendly locals make it one of the most popular places to vacation in the world. Specifically, Puerto Vallarta located on the country’s Pacific Coast in Banderas Bay is one of Mexico’s favorite destinations. There, the area has amazing natural beauty including beaches, rivers, and waterfalls. Plus, there is a vibrant nightlife scene, charming cobblestone streets, international restaurants, world class shopping, and so much more. Thanks to the latest tourism revival post-COVID, Puerto Vallarta set an all-time record for most visitors in 2022 with 6,208,700 arrivals, which was 2 million more people than the number that visited PV in 2021. Keep reading more below about how Puerto Vallarta is one of the best places to visit in Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta Sets All-Time Record For Most Visitors
Many studies were recently done showing the number of tourists that visited different locations in Mexico including Puerto Vallarta. For example, during week 37 of 2022 from September 12th to September 18th, the three top tourist destinations with the highest occupancy levels were Cancún with 72.4% occupancy, Los Cabos with 59.9% occupancy, and Puerto Vallarta with 57.3% occupancy. Likewise, these destinations have consistently been the top destinations during summer months, too. Recently, Puerto Vallarta was in second place with 71.2 percent of hotel occupancy which surpassed the country’s average of 57.8 percent, which broke records for the past few years. Likewise, it’s clear the popularity of Puerto Vallarta as a tourist hot spot is continuing to rise. In July 2022, the airport hit a record when it received 140,150 passengers, which was 30% more than the previous year and 37% more than 2019.
Why is Puerto Vallarta So Popular?
In case you don’t know the history of Puerto Vallarta, keep reading here. Originally a peaceful fishing village, PV became more focused on tourism following World War II. Later, it experienced a boom in the 1960’s after being featured in a popular motion picture, known as The Night of the Iguana (1964) with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in starring roles. Today, Puerto Vallarta is best known for its beautiful beaches, bustling nightlife, and endless outdoor activities to enjoy thanks to a warm climate all year round. In addition, Puerto Vallarta is also one of the safest places in Mexico to visit. PV is a great place for families to visit, couples, and it is also a popular destination for same-sex couples who love the iconic Romantic Zone in Old Town Vallarta. In addition, the nightlife scene includes bars, cafés and nightclubs throughout town and along the Malecon boardwalk.
As you can see, Puerto Vallarta is a great place to visit if you’re ready to take a dream vacation to Mexico. In fact, many travelers love the area so much they end up buying a vacation home or retirement home in the area. In terms of safety, according to Numbeo’s Level of Crime Index, Puerto Vallarta has a crime rate of 38/100, which is considered low. Plus, the cost of living is more affordable when compared with many cities in the US and Canada, too. As a result, local government estimates report that there are around 35,000 U.S. and Canadian citizens living full or part-time in Puerto Vallarta. Maybe it’s time you plan a visit to get to know Puerto Vallarta yourself?
About Lemuria Real Estate
Ideally situated on Puerto Vallarta’s exclusive South Shore, Lemuria Residences is a new luxury condominium complex that belongs to a Master planned community designed by the prestigious Gensler Global Architecture firm. The ecologically planned themed property includes more than 1700 acres of preserved Sierra Madre jungle with stunning views of the mountains and Banderas Bay. The outstanding onsite amenities include multiple pools, BBQ areas, restaurants, a 2000 square meter spa, Sports Club, gym, tennis courts, pickleball courts, organic herb garden, and yoga spaces. There are also freshwater rivers and private hiking trails located nearby so it’s the ideal place to invest if you want to be close to nature. Contact Lemuria Residences today to learn more about our luxury beachfront condominiums for sale in Puerto Vallarta.