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Visiting Puerto Vallarta on a Cruise

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Puerto Vallarta or simply Vallarta, as the locals call it is a romantic’s dream, with its cobblestone lanes, beachfront eateries and an old city center filled to the brim with charming boutiques. Jump onboard a Puerto Vallarta cruise and head to the shimmering waters of Yelapa beach

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for a dream-like escapade, or pop into Cafe des Artistes for a romantic meal in a candlelit garden. Then check out the landmark Los Arcos, a set of Roman-style arches by the waterfront, for a perfect photo of Vallarta’s official symbol. For a break from the city life, head to Jardin Botanico Vallarta and enjoy the delightful scents of orchids and bromeliads and the refreshing waters of a boulder-filled river.

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There is something especially scenic about a cruise to Puerto vallarta, Mexico: the rhythmic pull of the Pacific, the kaleidoscope of coastal towns, and the irresistible blend of beach, history, and flavor. Whether you are sipping mezcal under the shade of a palapa in Puerto Vallarta, snorkeling a Los Arcos, or wandering the colorful markets, your itinerary offer far more than just sun and sea.

Puerto Vallarta blends the vibe of a bucolic Mexican fishing village with a luxurious resort town. Downtown is a hub for nightlife, shopping, and some of the area’s top-rated restaurants. You’ll immediately recognize the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a landmark literally adorned with a crown, jutting out of the Puerto Vallarta skyline. Or head to Los Arcos for a photo op of you and preserved Romanesque arches overlooking the bay. Puerto Vallarta manages to capture everything you’d want in a destination—scenic beaches, plentiful chances for eco-excursions like horseback riding in the mountains, dolphin and whale watching, or swimming and sunbathing at Playa de Los Muertos.

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Romance in the Air

Visit Vallarta’s Zona Romantica, also known as Old Vallarta, famous for ancient streets dotted with beautiful, candle-lit restaurants, bars and cafes like Cafe de Artistes, all under colorful garlands hanging from colonial balconies. Cruise to Puerto Vallarta and shop the local markets, bookstores and galleries in the zone, and take a piece of romance with you.

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Local Cuisine

Puerto Vallarta’s cuisine is deeply rooted in the traditions of Jalisco, the state where Vallarta is located. Try pescado embarazado, charcoal-grilled fish marinated in lemon and slathered with salsa huichol, a distinctive sauce made with cascabel chili peppers, cumin, salt and vinegar. Or fill up on birria, a traditional stew of tender, slow-cooked goat meat spiced with guajillo chiles. And don’t forget to sip some Jalisco tequila or mezcal.

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Shopping

Mexican handcrafts and folk art you will find in Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta is renowned for its hand-blown glass, earthy pottery and chunky silver jewelry. Head to the town’s markets of Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale or Pueblo Viejo Mercado de Artesanias, where you’ll find shops brimming with the famous pottery and jewelry. Pick up your own handmade serape (shawl) or some traditional toys and masks before going back to the ship.

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Cruising remains one of the most effortless ways to sample Mexico’s cultural and geographic diversity without packing and unpacking at every stop. From family-friendly mega-ships brimming with entertainment to intimate, design-forward vessels catering to adults, the options are as varied as the destinations themselves. Puerto Vallarta offers a distinctive way to experience the country’s coastline—whether you are after a quick escape or a luxurious extended journey.

For travelers who prefer their cruises a little more intimate and culturally immersive, Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam offers a refined 11-day journey along charming ports that rim the Sea of Cortez that feels worlds away from the mega-ship scene. Departing from laid-back San Diego, this voyage unspools at a gentle pace with calls in Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz and Loretota—each destination offering a rich blend of natural beauty, local flavor, and coastal charm. With a midsize number of guests (1,432 at full capacity), the 781-foot Nieuw Amsterdam feels more like a boutique hotel, where personalized service and elegant design set the tone. Staterooms range from thoughtfully appointed Oceanviews to breezy Verandah cabins that make sunset viewing a private ritual.

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On land, you will sample street tacos colonial core, lounge on the pristine beaches of Puerto Vallarta, or a personalized tour.

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