Puerto Vallarta is located on Banderas Bay, the second largest bay in the Western Hemisphere.  It is located 219 miles from Guadalajara, the state capital of Jalisco, and is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range. Puerto Vallarta has a year-round temperature of 80 degrees F.

ACCOMMODATIONS- Puerto Vallarta offers a variety of hotel and resorts ranging from economy to luxury resorts.

CALLING PUERTO VALLARTA- The international dialing code is 322.

COMMUNICATIONS- The area is easily accessible through worldwide direct-dial telephone systems as well as telex and Internet services.

CREDIT CARDS- All major credit cards and travelers’ checks are widely accepted.

CURRENCY- The currency in Puerto Vallarta is the Mexican Peso. US currency, however, is accepted throughout Puerto Vallarta.

DRINKING WATER- Bottled water is recommended.

ELECTRICITY – As in North America, 110 Volts AC.

TIME – Eastern Standard Time

WHAT TO WEAR – The dress code is informal by day and casually elegant by night.