Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions

Puerto Vallarta International Airport
Integral Port Terminal Puerto Vallarta (API):
(IATA: PVR, ICAO: MMPR) Located 7.5 miles from Puerto Vallarta’s historic
Downtown. It has 2 terminals; the main terminal is dedicated to commercial aviation,
while the second to FBO.
Runway: 3,100 x 45 Mts. / Description: 04-22
Height: 7 Mts. asl / 23 ft (m)
Coordinates: 20 ° 40’48 “N - 105 ° 15’15” W Top Length: 3,100 m / 10,171 ft
Material: Asphalt
Built in 1968, API has a capacity to receive vessels of over 70 Gross Register Tonnage
(GRT) and about 2,500 passengers. It offers more than 10,000 m2 of green areas that
make it unique in the country.
Executive jet services available and FBO operated by the company Aerotron, including 3,000
square feet of hangar and ramp area within a 60,000 square foot, trucks and dispensers and
Jet A. The base of operations provides VIP lounge, crew areas and additional services.
Coordinates: 20 ° 39 ‘09 “N - 105 ° 14’ 30” W
Tel: +52 (322) 221 1298, +52 (322) 221 1325
8 www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/es/puerto-vallarta.html
DMC’s 8 www.visitapuertovallarta.com.mx/tu-viaje/negocios-y-convenciones/dmc
Water Quality: Puerto Vallarta is a place surrounded by rivers, streams, mangroves and
waterfalls. Hotels and restaurants offer purified water. The water network of Puerto
Vallarta has been certified for its purity and quality consecutively year after year for
more than two decades.
Consulates:
USA: +52 (322) 222 0069 / (322) 223 3301
* ConAgencyPuertoV@state.gov
CAN: +52 (322) 293 0098 / (322) 293 0099
* pvrta@international.gc.ca
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Hotel Association: +52 (322) 224 2939
CVB / OCV of Puerto Vallarta. T: +52 (322) 224 1175
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Pier 1, 2 and 3 where the cruise ships dock are available for an overall basin of 143,000
m², including a ciaboga dock. It has a navigation channel of 250 m long by 150 m and is 12
to 14m deep. It also has an elliptical ciaboga dock with a maximum axis of 400m.
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio Km 4.5, Zona Hotelera Norte, Maritime Terminal.
C. P. 48333, Mexico • Tel: +52 (322) 224 1000
8 www.puertodevallarta.com.mx/inicio
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Port capacity is three berths that can cater simultaneously an equal number of cruise
liners and two positions for both anchoring and docking with tenders for boarding and
disembarking passengers. It also has an additional marina called Los Peines for docking
other kinds of boats such as those used for sport fishing.
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Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions
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Puerto Vallarta is located within Banderas Bay on Mexico’s Pacific Coast in the
state of Jalisco - home of Mariachi, Tequila and Charrería (horsemanship). Famed
for preserving its authentic Mexican traditions, Puerto Vallarta stands proud as a
typical Mexican town flanked spectacularly between the verdant mountains of the
Sierra Madre Occidental and 42 miles of golden beaches on the Pacific Ocean. Its
topography is diverse, including tropical forests, rivers, steep inclines, mangrove
marshes and green plains. Each area boasts a particular uniqueness that adds to
the charm which makes Puerto Vallarta among the top tourist regions in Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta is composed of the following areas: Marina Vallarta, Hotel
Zone, Downtown Vallarta (Romantic Zone) and the Magical South.
Coordinates: 20 ° 36’31 .9 “N / 105 ° 14 ‘10.2” W
Climate: Because of our location on the west coast of Mexico, Puerto
Vallarta has an average temperature of 25ºC with a warm and humid climate
during summer and autumn; and a dry climate during winter and spring,
enjoying over 300 sunny days a year. The region offers visitors a majestic
natural setting filled with beaches, rivers, waterfalls, lagoons and mangroves.
Conferences, Events, Incentives and Exhibitions: As one of the top tourist
destinations in Mexico, Puerto Vallarta has a wide range of first class hotels
that offer business services as well as a Convention Center of international
proportions. Being able to meet an extensive range of requirements for groups
and conferences, there is no better place for your event than Puerto Vallarta.
If you are looking for the perfect location for a conference, convention or
business meeting, sun, sand and ocean are just the beginning of creating the
ideal atmosphere for the success of your event. History, culture, art, cuisine,
traditions and the warmth of Puerto Vallarta’s people are all contributing factors.
Those who visit Puerto Vallarta, immediately fall in love with its wide variety of
activities, places to visit, DMC professional services, exciting tours for small or large
groups, first class spas, professional golf courses, 24 hour entertainment, a quaint
downtown full of rich traditions and culture, friendly people and an enviable number
of art galleries as well as award-winning restaurants offering every type of cuisine
that make Puerto Vallarta the top beach destination in Mexico for gastronomy.
Puerto Vallarta has increased in popularity among event organizers
because of its accessibility, proximity, excellent climate and convenient
infrastructure for events.
Convention & Visitors Bureau of Puerto Vallarta: The aim of our CVB is to strengthen
touristic activities by directing efforts toward the direct promotion and organization of
events, conferences, conventions and other large scale events. Our professional team is
at your service to help plan your event, arranging the necessary governmental procedures
or requirements of private entities in different sectors to ensure your event is a success.
We offer a professional team who are both experts in Puerto Vallarta as
well as organizing MICE events.
MICE Hotels: Puerto Vallarta offers more than 22,000 hotel rooms across its
different sectors; from family hotels, business hotels and even hotel specialists
in romance, including different categories such as boutique hotels, traditional,
large chain Resorts, EP, AP, all inclusive; from 2 stars to high end luxury tourism.
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Web Site
1 800 Mex.
Toll free USA, CAN
8 www.cicpuertovallarta.com/index.php
+52 (322)226 2870
Hotel
Categoría
Category
Salones
Meeting
Rooms
International Convention Center
of Puerto Vallarta
N/A
24
15,000 m2
105,000 Sq ft.
7,000
22,500
Barceló Puerto Vallarta
5*
4
554.82 m2
5,972 Sq ft.
600
316
Canto Del Sol Puerto Vallarta
5*
4
854.71 m2
9,200 Sq ft.
1,430
396
8 www.cantovallarta.com/puerto-vallarta-weddings-events/index.cfm
01 800 713 2800
1 877 335 8288
1 866 487 3415
Casa Velas Hotel Boutique
5*
1
72 m2
775 Sq ft.
80
80
8 www.hotelcasavelas.com/meetings/puerto-vallarta-mexico-meeting-space.aspx
01 800 823 8802
1 877 418 3011
Crown Paradise
5*
5
1086.59 m2
11,696 Sq ft.
1,350
257
Fiesta Americana
5*
7
683.39 m2
7,356 Sq ft.
550
298
1,630
218
8 www.friendlyvallarta.com/english/conventions
01 800 327 0000/
01 866 376 4797
8 www.barcelo.com/BarceloHotels/en_GB/hotels/Mexico/Puerto-Vallarta-Jalisco/hotelbarcelo-puerto-vallarta/meetings-and-events-services.aspx
01 800 227 2356
8 www.crownparadise.com/puerto-vallarta/club/convenciones/es/
01 800 900 0900
1 800 882 8215
8 www.grandmeetingsmexico.com/mx/hoteles-fapv-servicios-eventos.aspx
01 800 504 5000
1 877 507 0638
Friendly Vallarta Beach Resort & Spa
5*
6
2005.4 m2
21,586 Sq ft.
Golden Crown Paradise
5*
5
1423.74 m2
15,325 Sq ft.
1,220
214
8 www.crownparadise.com/golden/meetings-conventioncenter/default-en.html
01 800 900 0900
1 800 882 8215
Grand Miramar
5*
4
577 m2
5,995.5 Sq ft.
352
112
8 www.grandmiramar.com/meetings-events.php
01 800 681 9546
1 877 839 3927
Hilton Puerto Vallarta Resort
5*
7
967.12 m2
10,410 Sq ft.
850
259
Holiday Inn Express
4*
4
Holiday Inn Resort Puerto Vallarta
4*
4
Krystal Puerto Vallarta
5*
12
Marriot Casa Magna Puerto Vallarta
GT
Meliá Puerto Vallarta
200 m2
2,152.8 Sq ft.
8 www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/jalisco/hilton-puerto-vallarta-resort-PVRPVHF/event/index.
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01 800 445 8667
+800 445 5667
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115
700
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2219 m2
23,885 Sq ft.
7,100
420
13
4242.23 m2
45,663 Sq ft.
3,589
433
5*
8
1699.66 m2
18,295 Sq ft.
2,000
321
Now Amber Puerto Vallarta
& Secrets Vallarta Bay
GT
8
4323.33 m2
46,536 Sq ft.
6,540
558
8 www.secretsresorts.com/vallarta-bay-puerto-vallarta/meetings
01 800 002 0669
1 866 gosecrets
Sheraton Buganvilias Resort
& Convention Center
5*
15
1579.35 m2
17,000 Sq ft.
1200
600
8 www.sheratonvallarta.com/servicios_conventions.php?section=true
01 800 326 4600
1 877 743 7282
2,700
339
8 www.velasvallarta.com/meetings/puerto-vallarta-events.aspx
1 800 823 8809
1 877 418 2859
2,996
280
www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/meetings/index.html?propertyID=1090
01 800 545 7853
01 800 528 3025
600 m2
6,458.3 Sq ft.
Velas Vallarta Suite Resort
and Convention Center
5*
5
643.63 m2
6,928 Sq ft.
Westin Resort and Spa Puerto Vallarta
GT
10
1569 m2
16,895 Sq ft.
8 www.ihg.com/holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/puerto-vallarta/pvrfs/hoteldetail/eventsfacilities
01 800 000 0404
01 800 000 0404
8 www.krystal-hotels.com/puertovallarta/espanol/reuniones-y-eventos
01 800 087 4887
8 www.marriott.com/hotels/event-planning/travel/pvrmx-casamagna-marriott-puerto-
01 800 721 7033
1 888 236 2427
vallarta-resort-and-spa/
8 www.melia.com/hotels/mexico/puerto-vallarta/melia-puerto-vallarta-all-inclusive-beachresort/meeting.html
01 800 906 3542
1 888 956 3542
1 855 269 5374
Exchange Rate: The official currency is the Mexican Peso, though other denominations
are accepted by most local businesses (USD, CAN, Euro, etc.). The exchange rate varies
according to those published by the Mexican Federation Official Journal.
Accommodation: As one of the most important destinations in Mexico, Puerto
Vallarta offers more than 22,000 rooms in a diverse range of establishments in temporary
accommodation. There is a hotel for every taste and expectation, all committed to
excellent traveler experiences and quality service.
Language: The official language of Puerto Vallarta is Spanish, however a large
percentage of the population also speak English. On request it is possible to enjoy the
services of translators, agents and expert guides in other languages such as French,
German, Portuguese, among many others.
Electricity: Like most countries in the Americas, including the USA and Canada,
Mexico operates on 110 volt electricity.
Population: about 225,000 inhabitants.
Art and Culture: Puerto Vallarta and its surroundings have extensive traditions and
a rich history. Boasting a long list of art galleries as well as the essence and customs of
the Wirrarika culture, and followed by the charra rooted traditions; it belongs to the
state which is the birthplace of Mariachi and home to the most important region for the
production of Tequila in the country. There are hundreds of cultural activities to enjoy for
inspiring and unforgettable experiences - an encounter with the real essence of Mexico.
The Malecon boardwalk and the historic center are a must for any visitors to Puerto
Vallarta, which are like vibrant and dynamic open air galleries.
Gastronomy: Puerto Vallarta deserves its prime position as the top beach destination
for quality and variety of cuisine as well as ranking second only to Mexico City on a national
scale. Its wide variety of restaurants and bars are inspired by the culinary traditions of the
country, which, it is worth mentioning here, are included in UNESCO’s list of Intangible
Cultural Heritage. Similarly, the state of Jalisco is the largest producer of tequila, raicilla,
sugar cane and milk products. Puerto Vallarta’s cuisine also thrives on the high quality
agricultural and fishery production in the region; Banderas Bay being one of the largest
biodiversities in the world.
Tours, Activities, Nightlife: Go shopping, take a hike through the Sierra Madre, go
diving, snorkeling, horseback riding or rent ATVs, enjoy a visit to the zoo or botanical
garden, canopy zip line tours, swimming with dolphins, whale watching or bird watching,
rent motorized water sport equipment, enjoy sunset on a sailboat, take a few rounds at
several of our golf courses, bask in world-class spas focused on wellness, relaxation and
health; take a quiet walk along one of our many certified beaches or a stroll along the
boardwalk at sunset ... All or only some of these charming activities will make you fall in
love with Puerto Vallarta. Guaranteed!
When night falls and the stars emerge, the action begins in the many bars, nightclubs,
casinos, clubs and classy night-time entertainment venues. There are many options for
every taste and preference. The nightlife is vibrant and constant, with different live events
taking place at Los Arcos on the Malecon where travelers can stop being a spectator and
become the star for the night.