Puerto Vallarta - a Sparkling Gem!
(26 Reviews)
100% Recommended
Shel Hansen
La Crosse, WI
Master Cruise Specialist
As a certified Master Cruise Counsellor with CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), I bring over three decades of hands-on experience and passion to helping clients plan their dream cruises. Earning this prestigious designation required ri...
As a certified Master Cruise Counsellor with CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), I bring over three decades of hands-on experience and passion to helping clients plan their dream cruises. Earning this prestigious designation required rigorous training, earning my Accredited Cruise Counsellor certification, and successfully planning countless cruises for clients. My approach ensures every detail is taken care of, so your experience is seamless and stress-free.
Having personally sailed with many of the world’s top cruise lines, I’ve gained firsthand insight into a variety of itineraries, ship styles, and onboard experiences. From luxurious river cruises in Europe to exploring the exotic islands of the South Pacific or Alaska’s awe-inspiring glaciers, I understand how to match the right cruise to your preferences and budget.
Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, I’m here to help you navigate the endless options, from family-friendly adventures to all-inclusive luxury voyages. Let’s plan the unforgettable cruise vacation you’ve been dreaming of! 4o
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After a short 4-hour flight out of Minneapolis you will arrive in beautiful, Puerto Vallarta - a resort town on Mexico’s Pacific coast, in the State of Jalisco.
Nestled beneath the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains, it boasts spectacular beaches, water sports, marine life and (with the same latitude as Hawaii) a tropical climate year-round.
If you are looking for whale-watching, plan your visit between December and March. Other activities include: Sailing, ATV tours, Zip Lining, Swimming with the Dolphins, Sunset Cruises and more. For nature lovers, I’d suggest Los Arcos National Marine Park in the Bay of Banderas. From turtles and octopuses, to dolphins and different kinds of fish, you will not be disappointed. Puerto Vallarta is also a perfect getaway for weddings and honeymoons, families, eco-adventure lovers and seniors.
A short cab ride to the Malecon (“Boardwalk”) provides a nice place to visit. This pathway is one mile long and loaded with shops and outdoor vendors, bars and restaurants. You’ll stroll past statues, seaside artists, flowering shrubs and live street performances. This is a wonderful place to people-watch, to listen to the waves or to take in a magnificent sunset as it sits directly on the oceanside. The atmosphere is relaxing since it is only for pedestrians and bicycles.
I love Puerto Vallarta and will be returning again in February of 2022. In the meantime, I would be happy to help you plan your next adventure for your own stroll on the oceanside promenade.