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Mexican Peso Depreciates Amid Volatile Overnight Trading, Awaits Inflation Report

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The Mexican peso opened in international markets at 20.31 pesos per dollar, marking a depreciation of 0.52%, or 10 cents, from...
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Puerto Vallarta Tax on Foreigners Punishes Tourists for Local Government Inefficiency and Corruption

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco – In a controversial move, the newly elected administration in Puerto Vallarta has introduced a new tax on foreign visitors to help...
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U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Says ‘There is a Very Big Problem’ With Violance and Corruption

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - U.S. Ambassador Ken Salazar delivered sharp criticism Wednesday regarding Mexico’s approach to combating drug cartels, accusing the Mexican government of refusing...
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Dengue Claims Two Lives in Puerto Vallarta Amid Rising Cases

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco — The dengue outbreak in Puerto Vallarta continues to escalate, with nearly 600 confirmed cases reported as of epidemiological week 44. The...
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Mexico’s New President Submits Budget Cutting Military, Police, and Health by Nearly 40%, Prioritizes Social Programs

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has unveiled the proposed Federal Expenditure Budget (PEF) for 2025, focusing heavily on social programs, housing construction, and infrastructure projects, particularly...
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Puerto Vallarta Wins Two Gold Medals at Travel Weekly’s 2024 Magellan Awards

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – The green pearl of the Mexican Pacific continues to shine on the global tourism stage, earning two gold medals at the...
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Peso Appreciates 0.22% Against Dollar, Overcoming Rate Cuts and Credit Concerns

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The Mexican peso made significant gains against the US dollar on Friday, closing at 20.3811 pesos per dollar. This appreciation occurred...
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Puerto Vallarta Council Approves New Tax on Foreign Tourists Despite Disapproval by Tourism Industry

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — The Puerto Vallarta City Council approved a new tax targeting international tourists on Friday, November 15, sparking concerns within the local...
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Puerto Vallarta Among Top International Destinations for American Winter Travelers in 2024

Puerto Vallarta has secured its position as one of the premier winter travel destinations for American tourists in 2024, according to Tripadvisor’s Winter Travel Index....
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Puerto Vallarta Expected to Implement Fee for Foreign Tourists Visiting the City Starting 2025

The Puerto Vallarta City Council, led by Green Party Mayor Luis Ernesto Munguía, has proposed a new fee targeting foreign tourists. The measure aims to...
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Mexican Peso Falls Against Dollar Amid Uncertainty Over 2025 Budget Proposal

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The Mexican peso experienced a decline against the U.S. dollar on Friday morning, marking a volatile start to the session. The...
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Moody’s Credit Rating Downgrade Signals Trouble Ahead for Mexico’s Economy

Mexico City, Mexico — Moody’s Investors Service has downgraded the outlook on Mexico’s credit rating from “stable” to “negative,” while maintaining the country’s sovereign rating...
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Puerto Vallarta’s New Tax on Foreign Tourists Expected to Raise 300 Million Pesos Annually

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Puerto Vallarta’s municipal government has made significant progress in implementing a special tax for tourists, aimed at generating between 250 and...
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68th Puerto Vallarta International Fishing Tournament Kicks Off

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — The annual Puerto Vallarta International Fishing Tournament, renowned as the region’s most traditional competition, officially commenced this Thursday, drawing anglers from...
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Mexican Peso Takes a Hit Again With Dollar At Yearly High

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The Mexican peso is facing renewed pressure against the U.S. dollar, pushing the exchange rate toward levels of 20.6109 pesos per...
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Puerto Vallarta Reaches Concensus on New Tax Targeting Foreign Tourists

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — The business community and tourism sector in Puerto Vallarta have reached a last-minute consensus with municipal authorities over two proposed taxes...
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Thousands in Puerto Vallarta to Experience Water Outage Today, November 14

Thousands of residents across at least eight neighborhoods in Puerto Vallarta will be without drinking water for much of Thursday, November 14. Seapal Vallarta, the...
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Mexican Peso Hits Record Low Against US Dollar According to DOF

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The Mexican peso has reached a new record low against the US dollar, according to the Official Gazette of the Federation...
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Puerto Vallarta Proposes to Hit Foreign Tourists with New Taxes

Puerto Vallarta, one of Mexico’s premier tourist destinations, is set to debate a new proposal aimed at imposing a 270-peso tax on foreign visitors. The...
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Puerto Vallarta International Airport Expands Winter Schedule with 10 New Weekly Flights

Puerto Vallarta International Airport is set to enhance its connectivity for the 2024-2025 winter season by introducing ten new weekly flights. This expansion will offer...
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