Uber, DiDi, and InDrive cover most trips with upfront pricing, camiones run 10 pesos a ride, and the walkable neighborhoods mean plenty of residents never bother with a car at all. Here is how it actually breaks down.
A five-million-peso home can cost you $240,000 or $295,000 USD depending purely on the exchange rate that day. Here is what the 2026 peso forecast means for your budget, and how to protect yourself from currency swings.
Escrow isn't required by law in Mexico, but it's how both buyer and seller protect themselves during closing — funds only move when contract conditions are actually met. Here is how it works alongside the fideicomiso.
The neighborhood panaderia isn't a tourist stop, it's daily infrastructure — a self-service ritual of trays and tongs, hundreds of bread varieties, and one of the fastest ways to start feeling like part of a neighborhood.
Electricity, water, internet, and gas each come from a separate provider with their own account setup, billing cycle, and quirks. Here is what to expect from CFE, SEAPAL, your internet options, and gas delivery.
Mexican banks, SAT, and most apps refuse foreign numbers for verification, which makes your local SIM the quiet backbone of daily life. Here is why it matters, and what the 2026 registration deadline means for you.
Zona Romantica for walkability, Versalles for value, Amapas and Conchas Chinas for views and quiet, Marina Vallarta for families. Here is an honest breakdown of what each neighborhood actually trades off.
Restaurants, hotels, gas stations, grocery baggers — Puerto Vallarta's tipping norms aren't one-size-fits-all, and getting them wrong is an easy mistake to make.
A 306.79 m² titled residential lot in gated Lomas de Mismaloya with ocean and mountain views, free of liens and ready to build — $155,000 USD.
Looking for a brand-new home in Puerto Vallarta? This 165 m² custom-built house sits near the river and mountains, just steps from the popular Raíces restaurant, and offers an open-concept layout with a large terrace. The flexible lower level can serve as a 2–3 car garage or a street-front business space. Freshly built and thoughtfully designed, it's now available for $4,500,000 MXN ($237,000...