This was a great video, if you want to try a new place to live at; I have a house on the hill in Alta Vista would love to host you and your family!!! Overall great job one your information.
Hi! That is a fabulous offer because we are definitely returning! We’ll look up your place and reach out in advance. Thank you for watching and sending the message, we love spreading the word about such a beautiful area with memorable people 💚 -Erika
Ok so we just looked at your space, WOW!! If any of our viewers are looking to rent in PV, especially with a group or large family, you’ve got to check out this house! abnb.me/8lQ2XAVPczb
I love your video looking forward to move there I looking ay Compostela Nayarit is close to there looking for no turístic area where I can e all for my groceries doctor n food my budget is $840 a month 62 y/o retired . I’ll travel by bus from Arizona I love traveling like that esta muy peligroso aquí n usa , tiendas freeways etc. ppl in Mexico actually watch for you n humanitaria friendly.
This information is exactly what we were after. We are flying from Australia to Mexico in January next year and we are trying to get educated about the place before we go. We have made notes from this video. And like you guys we love the local rather than city vibes. Thanks so much for posting this 🇲🇽
Hey! Thank for you the feed back! We are glad the video was helpful! And sounds like we are trading spots! We might be in Australia while your in Mexico! Lol!! Anyways, the only way to truly learn about it is here! -Matt
We have been to PV over 30 times and have stayed in numerous areas but Zona Romantica is our favorite area. Your video was informative, educational and entertaining. Great job. Now that we are retired we live in PV for the entire winter.
Hey! Thank you for the feed back! And yes, so much todo in the Zona Romántica! Being there in the winter is perfect. Way to to hot in the summer. I appreciate you commenting on the video! Have a great day -Matt
We stayed in Mismaloya south of PV for 10 days of heaven right before the pandemic and both fell in love with the area and have now recommended it so many times. Such a quick flight from Canada and the USA. Hoping to get back for an extended stay some winter very soon.
We live in Zona Romantica from November 1 until early April and have for 17 years. I applaud you for producing an extremely well made, informative, and visually appealing video.
Very good video! We look forward to our October visit. On our last visit, my partner missed a step in a local store and fractured her hip quite badly. She spent four days in a hospital and had superb care. Google translate was our best friend - my four years of Spanish didn't include medical terms lol. And Uber. Cannot say enough. Why better than Taxi's? Because Uber drivers get the best fares when they have full stars. They rely on delivering you safe and happy. I took 10 Ubers in four days and everyone was fantastic. Full tips to all the drivers. We literally made it to that Church in Centro and one store so we definitely look forward to actually seeing the place next time!! Oh! And we had a Vallarta Adventures planned and that had to be cancelled. They not only refunded our money BUT the VA guys met our Uber at the Airport and arranged someone to take her through customs and the paperwork in her wheelchair and they took excellent care of us. Love that area.
We had the same experience! Obviously, not with the emergency injury, but my wife had a few surgeries while we were there. The medical care was amazing and so were all the people. Thanks for your comment.
Great video & informative. Going for my first time next month. My friend that is purchasing a Condo there invited me and told me how beautiful it is there and how friendly that people are. The coolest thing about this vacation is we will be there a month. Your video he sent me has made me feel even more confident about going. I am very stoked about going. my first time traveling out of the country since I was in the Navy when I got out in 1980.
I was there last month while on a cruise and got to walk around the malecon and church area, puerto Banderas, also a rancho for lunch. Felt much safer than here in los angeles, California. God bless, hope to return soon God willing 🙏
Thank you! To be honest, I thought Matt was crazy for wanting to this video, but I quickly realized that WE would of benefited with it before going to PV 😂 Glad it was helpful! -Erika
WOW!!! Thanks so much for your care-ful "tutorial". It combines a general overview with detailed information, personal experience, opinions, fun and facts to makes you go or skip certain places. Explained with culture and common sense . Kind regards from someone who lived and worked (at VW) in Mexico a long time ago - and now wants to back and show his Korean wife... ; )
Moving!? That’s great! Hopefully the year passes by for ya and you’ll be waking up to ceviche and and long walks on the beach 😄 Thanks for checking out our video! -Erika
Hi Guys here's a true fact "Statistics show the crime rate in Puerto Vallarta is 37.01, much lower than Miami's 58.45 crime index. same with many US Cities sourced on Mar 14, 2023...great viz & info ..beautiful family ..hello from Van BC Canada
Another phrase/courtesy to say is either "provecho or buen provecho" when you walk into a restaurant usually a smaller one or less crowded. It means basically , "bon apetite or good apetite"
Thank you for creating this video! I'm moving to PV May 1st and this video has been very helpful. I can tell you both put a lot into this. Keep up the great work!
Hey!! That is so awesome!! It really is great here in Puerto Vallarta! How cool that you’re moving to this area! Thank you for letting us know this video was helpful to you! So glad it is!
I stayed at both Centro and 5 de diciembre in the fall of last year, LOVED it! Thx for the tip re. Jarretaderas, need to check it out next. Thx for sharing! You have a gorgeous kid, btw P.S. those guys flying around the poles are called Voladores de Papantla (the flyers of Papantla), it's their region's traditional folk ritual to pray for the rain, if I remember right
Oh that is cool to know about the guys! Thanks for sharing!! And thank you!! I’m glad the video gave a few more suggestions for next time you go! -Matt
Hey! Thank you very much for saying that! It means a lot to us! Yes, this area would be great to retire to. Its starting to get more expensive down here to find housing, but still much less than the states!
Thanks for the information and food tips.Very informative because we haven't been to PV for about 20 years and it's changed so much . We are also 20 years older and more cautious when traveling anywhere but your video's help ease the fear of traveling to somewhere new.
I'm loving that you mentioned Jarretaderas "Jarretas" for short. An awesome little local village (where i live) & love with a great past and present history of struggle & success. It's 100% authentic and the locals are the real deal. It greatly contrasts the rapidly developing NuevoNayarit. So many don't have the nerve to explore as it contrasts all the new development & literally & physically is shadowed by eL Monstruo Vidanta. Great food as you mentioned, on Tues has a great open air mercado (best deal in all of Nayarit). An awesome catholic church and park plaza just across the street. Buy some fresh tortillas, special mention to Mama' Nena's (to eat). Explore the area.... Muchas Gracias your always welcome back 😘🇲🇽
Hey Don!!! That is so awesome! Thank you for taking the time to give all those extra tips about “Jarretas”! It really was one of our favorite places to explore! We definitely will come back and already making plans!
Yes, it’s great they told us about your city and that is what we like exactly, meeting with locals, do you have any casa near you for 5 people to rent? We might come soon , hope to see you there, take care
@@olesyaromanova-izgagina3779 I’m not sure of any places that are that big for rent in that little local town. There’s not many rentals there at all actually. But if you stay in Nuevo Nayarit, you’ll find something nearby.
@@olesyaromanova-izgagina3779 lol!! Well I wish I could be more helpful on that end! Also Jarretaderas is a great place to visit, but for a whole stay can be a little boring. It’s not really close to the beach and other fun areas. So it’s definitely a great place for a day visit!
Gracias for this video - just last night I booked a trip to PV for Christmas, and it will be my first time. I've also just subscribed and appreciate your effort in compiling these tips and suggestions.
its always interesting to watch the brand new visitors summing the area up....hum, so much to learn, and clearly these people are looking in from the outside. stacking rocks and guys on a pole....says it all.
@@TheirHappyTrails so we have LIVED in Puerto Vallarta for 10 weeks now....that was the intro wasnt it, did I miss understand? No insult intended! your outlook is cute!
Hey! Thanks for watching! We were definitely turned around in the beginning when someone would mention Nayarit, until we realized… we were in it! Fun way to find out 😂 -Erika
I just returned from Los Cabos after getting a 4 tooth bridge at Cabo Advanced dentistry. My quote from my dentist in Minneapolis was $5,400. Cost there was $1,850. Bueno!
Hey you guys just discovered your vlog, fantastic. my wife and I have been going to P.V. for seven years going on eight. It is as though you were us in your attitude and love of exploration as well as a love for Mexico and her people and very much the food. I have to say I love this video in that you are giving a ton of information that is spot on, much more than just reviews of food and places to stay. Don't get me wrong I enjoy those videos as well but this is much more great information for someone who is investigating coming to PV. We will be checking out more of your content but thank you for doing a great job.
i love your guys's info on PV, i grew up there as a child and i fell in love with it i still visit every yr, for at least a month sometimes 2 at diff. times of the yr. as far as your spanish learning just think of it this way, the way it is written is the way it's pronounced, as long as u can read it it should be pretty simple but in the more touristy areas, most the locals know enough english to be able o communicate comfortably. enjoy the rest of your stay and i hope u guys are having a blast.
Thanks for watching and reaching out! We were so impressed with the locals English abilities and it definitely inspired us to go farther with our Spanish! -Erika
Just got back from 5 days (Oct 2023) in PV. My main complaint was the heat. I am 73 and found it hard to take, as very little air-conditioning is available. It was 90 degrees everyday, which isn't bad, but the humidity was like 95% and you just don't stop sweating. BTW, we took a water taxi to Yelapa to the beach and waterfall. Some guy there had the biggest iguana I have ever seen, and I actually held it. We stayed in a villa a little South of the Romantic Zone below the Hyatt. It was beautiful but a little old and needed maintenance and I did fall walking down the stone steps they had at the villa (there was no rail). It took us 57 steps to get up to the street level. Whew! Great video, BTW. I probably won't be going back as it was a little 3rd worldy to me.
Thank you for saying that!! We are certainly trying. A lot of people have commented negatively about our spanish, (we just started learning) so I appreciate you saying that! - Matt
Great Video! thanks for all the tips we are researching were to stay this coming winter, so this so helpful, ps i had medical in Guadalajara and yes my room was like a hotel very nice and my hubby did dental and we saved more than half..
Awesome!! Glad the video was helpful! And yes, we were very impressed with the medical and dental here! We didn’t really touch too much on it in the video, but it could be a whole video itself!
Nice overview..i first went to PV in 1976 before all the big development. The funny thing to me then was the McDonald's that had failed and was turned into a taco shop.. We stayed at old hotel Oceano downtown great memories.
@@TheirHappyTrails yes around 1995 when Nuevo Vallarta was just being started. They were relentlessly trying to sell us a property there for Nuevo but at the time it just seemed like a dumb idea. The pv ciudad Centro and malecon was still wonderful and altho there was a large hotel at mismaloya it was still very pleasant and enjoyable. Another sunset in paradise.
Your video is really helpful and well explained. Your video and editing skills are superb. We are in Puerto Vallarta a lot and you explained the area really well. You have a cute family and we subscribed 🥰💞👍🏻
That is a great topic! We plan on making a video for it, but in a nutshell, flights were easy to find and book just like any other flights. Once in route, instructions are pretty clear in regards of what to do at customs and with baggage. The main suggestion is once you arrive, walk past all the people asking to give you a lift and go outside. There you’ll find registers cab drivers and a line for taxis. OR if you’re up for saving a few hundred pesos, walk out of there airport and turn left, keep walking along the front of the building then turn left again. You’ll see the tunnel that goes over the highway and on the other side are drivers and Uber pick up spots for a fraction of the price, like half! Good luck and let us know if there’s anything else we can help with! -Erika
Awesome! Glad you got value out of the video. And yes that will help a ton. As you could tell we are learning 😂 it’s a very English speaking area also. So that makes it easier. - Matt
Great video and Puerto Vallarta is our favorite place in Mexico, that being said, time-share salesmen ruin the entire experience. From the airport, to popping up from a dead log on the beach they are everywhere. Even the consignee at our hotel was on the take, from Time Share companies.
Yeah, there are bunch! But it really depends where we are. In the tourist areas, sure, but in some more of the local area there are none at all. Just depends!
A bit of history: Las Peñas was renamed Puerto Vallarta on May 31st, 1918, to celebrate the town’s promotion to a municipality by the state of Jalisco.
Hi, thanks for the travel info. Question for you, I'm a middle aged active female looking to travel solo to Puerto Vallarta. I will be staying at an all inclusive, am not sure if staying in Puerto Vallarta ( Centro zone), or up in the neuvo nayarit area( looking at the Rius).Which area would you recommend? Thanks
Hey there!! We would recommend centro if you want to venture out of the resort and experience Mexico. But if you want to stay in the resort and want more luxury (more Americanized) then stay up north in Nayarit
Really enjoy your channel and your videos. We, too are thinking about a move to PV so there's lots of helpful stuff here. Would love to see a video about why you chose to live where you chose? (and if there is that video already, I'm sorry. I didn't see it) Right now that seems to be what we are working on.
Hey there! We don’t live in PV, just there for an extended visit! It’s hard to say where we would live, but most likely near the city because of more options! But it just depends on the person!
I'm going to PV from SF via cruise ship in Feb. I've only been to Nuevo Vallarta but never PV, so I'm excited Question, Im looking to collect some sea shells from there. Are there any good beaches in PV for this?
Excellent advice, and video! Thank you both! I’m heading there in a few weeks, and this was the most informative video I’ve watched yet. Your wife is just like me, in the terms of travelling “being her jam” 😉 quick question… I’m travelling solo, so any spots to avoid, or things to be aware of as a woman alone? I’ll be watching more of your content 👏
Hey! My girl, “our jam”! lol! Luckily, Puerto Vallarta is generally really safe. Just like any major city, avoid dark alleys at night. Otherwise, have at it! Hope it’s an amazing journey for you 🙌🏽
Did you watch the solar video? I wouldn’t have changed anything, and it performed great!! The thing I tell people about solar is don’t over think it! It’s actually pretty easy
Thanks for posting this video! I found it to be informative, very friendly. I am selling my house and property +2 townhouses and moving to Mexico. Puerto Vallarta is one on my list to check out. I like the fact you mentioned outside areas as I don't care to be around immigrant tourists . I have been to Mexico 25 times. I'd like to know more on basic medical if possible. Enjoyed the video!
Helpful video. I may have missed it, my 2 year old was watching with me but how is the WiFi internet? Does it go out a lot? I would like to play online poker there for a few months out of the year. Thanks! Will continue to watch you guys!
Thanks for the video we just got back from Nuevo Nayarit it was so beautiful. We felt in love that we would like to buy our vacation home is there a place you guys recommend or have a agent that can help? beach area preferably but its seem bit expensive.
Hi! Isn’t it gorgeous! We stayed there for the last 2 1/2 weeks, wonder if we were there at the same time!? Anyway, unfortunately we don’t know any agents out there but we wish you the best! -Erika
Question, as a Canadian, if I retire there receiving a monthly divident from Canadian ETFs (to which I pay the CRA), do I also have to pay tax to the Mexican government
Another great thing to do is rent a panga for 4 hours fishing. It will also be a wildlife adventure. You will see whales, manta rays, sea turtles, and of course fish. Also will cruise along the spectacular coastline.
We are visiting from the UK for the first time in Jan.24. Your videos have provided us with lots of info and tips for which we thank you. One concern that I do have as a smoker, is that the ban introduced earlier this year sounds very restrictive. Can you please give any indication as to what level it is policed. Thank you again. Jean
This was a great video, if you want to try a new place to live at; I have a house on the hill in Alta Vista would love to host you and your family!!! Overall great job one your information.
Hi! That is a fabulous offer because we are definitely returning! We’ll look up your place and reach out in advance. Thank you for watching and sending the message, we love spreading the word about such a beautiful area with memorable people 💚
-Erika
Ok so we just looked at your space, WOW!! If any of our viewers are looking to rent in PV, especially with a group or large family, you’ve got to check out this house! abnb.me/8lQ2XAVPczb
Hola, is this short term rental?
I love your video looking forward to move there I looking ay Compostela Nayarit is close to there looking for no turístic area where I can e all for my groceries doctor n food my budget is $840 a month 62 y/o retired . I’ll travel by bus from Arizona I love traveling like that esta muy peligroso aquí n usa , tiendas freeways etc. ppl in Mexico actually watch for you n humanitaria friendly.
Great Video ,thank you
This information is exactly what we were after. We are flying from Australia to Mexico in January next year and we are trying to get educated about the place before we go. We have made notes from this video. And like you guys we love the local rather than city vibes. Thanks so much for posting this 🇲🇽
Hey! Thank for you the feed back! We are glad the video was helpful! And sounds like we are trading spots! We might be in Australia while your in Mexico! Lol!! Anyways, the only way to truly learn about it is here!
-Matt
We have been to PV over 30 times and have stayed in numerous areas but Zona Romantica is our favorite area. Your video was informative, educational and entertaining. Great job. Now that we are retired we live in PV for the entire winter.
Hey! Thank you for the feed back! And yes, so much todo in the Zona Romántica! Being there in the winter is perfect. Way to to hot in the summer. I appreciate you commenting on the video! Have a great day -Matt
Can you recommend a 2 bedroom for Jan, Feb, March 2023
@@donnasimms2251 no sorry. But you can use Airbnb to find one
We stayed in Mismaloya south of PV for 10 days of heaven right before the pandemic and both fell in love with the area and have now recommended it so many times. Such a quick flight from Canada and the USA. Hoping to get back for an extended stay some winter very soon.
Absolutely!!
We live in Zona Romantica from November 1 until early April and have for 17 years. I applaud you for producing an extremely well made, informative, and visually appealing video.
Hey there!! Thank you so much for the positive feed back. It means a lot especially coming from someone who is very familiar with the area!
Very good video! We look forward to our October visit. On our last visit, my partner missed a step in a local store and fractured her hip quite badly. She spent four days in a hospital and had superb care. Google translate was our best friend - my four years of Spanish didn't include medical terms lol. And Uber. Cannot say enough. Why better than Taxi's? Because Uber drivers get the best fares when they have full stars. They rely on delivering you safe and happy. I took 10 Ubers in four days and everyone was fantastic. Full tips to all the drivers. We literally made it to that Church in Centro and one store so we definitely look forward to actually seeing the place next time!! Oh! And we had a Vallarta Adventures planned and that had to be cancelled. They not only refunded our money BUT the VA guys met our Uber at the Airport and arranged someone to take her through customs and the paperwork in her wheelchair and they took excellent care of us. Love that area.
We had the same experience! Obviously, not with the emergency injury, but my wife had a few surgeries while we were there. The medical care was amazing and so were all the people. Thanks for your comment.
This was the best video I've seen for knowledge.
Awesome!! Really Glad it helped
Great video & informative. Going for my first time next month. My friend that is purchasing a Condo there invited me and told me how beautiful it is there and how friendly that people are. The coolest thing about this vacation is we will be there a month. Your video he sent me has made me feel even more confident about going. I am very stoked about going. my first time traveling out of the country since I was in the Navy when I got out in 1980.
That’s awesome! You have a great time for sure. Most people there speak English, which makes it a lot easier too! Enjoy your time.
I was there last month while on a cruise and got to walk around the malecon and church area, puerto Banderas, also a rancho for lunch. Felt much safer than here in los angeles, California. God bless, hope to return soon God willing 🙏
Yeah that’s awesome! Those are great spots :)
yes...great value for the newbies and nicely explained too...well done !
Thank you! To be honest, I thought Matt was crazy for wanting to this video, but I quickly realized that WE would of benefited with it before going to PV 😂 Glad it was helpful!
-Erika
WOW!!! Thanks so much for your care-ful "tutorial". It combines a general overview with detailed information, personal experience, opinions, fun and facts to makes you go or skip certain places.
Explained with culture and common sense .
Kind regards from someone who lived and worked (at VW) in Mexico a long time ago - and now wants to back and show his Korean wife... ; )
HI!! So glad the video was helpful to you!! Hope you get to show your wife soon!!
Love love love the last home! All are in our price range. Unfortunately we won’t be moving for another year, but we can’t wait!❤
Moving!? That’s great! Hopefully the year passes by for ya and you’ll be waking up to ceviche and and long walks on the beach 😄 Thanks for checking out our video!
-Erika
Im so excited we go with our four children Jan-April 2024
@@joeapsey8006 awesome!! You will have a great time!
Hi Guys here's a true fact "Statistics show the crime rate in Puerto Vallarta is 37.01, much lower than Miami's 58.45 crime index. same with many US Cities sourced on Mar 14, 2023...great viz & info ..beautiful family ..hello from Van BC Canada
Yes I think that’s amazing! Thank you for sharing that!! We appreciate you tuning in! -Matt
You trust statistics from Mexico? here’s a fun fact, 99% of everything you read on the Internet is incorrect.
Another phrase/courtesy to say is either "provecho or buen provecho" when you walk into a restaurant usually a smaller one or less crowded. It means basically , "bon apetite or good apetite"
Great tip!
Thank you for creating this video! I'm moving to PV May 1st and this video has been very helpful.
I can tell you both put a lot into this. Keep up the great work!
Hey!! That is so awesome!! It really is great here in Puerto Vallarta! How cool that you’re moving to this area! Thank you for letting us know this video was helpful to you! So glad it is!
Welcome
Thank you so much for the video, this is what we are looking for. First Spanish I learn from you two.
Happy to help!
Thank you for sharing such detailed information about PV.
Absolutely!
I stayed at both Centro and 5 de diciembre in the fall of last year, LOVED it! Thx for the tip re. Jarretaderas, need to check it out next. Thx for sharing! You have a gorgeous kid, btw
P.S. those guys flying around the poles are called Voladores de Papantla (the flyers of Papantla), it's their region's traditional folk ritual to pray for the rain, if I remember right
Oh that is cool to know about the guys! Thanks for sharing!! And thank you!! I’m glad the video gave a few more suggestions for next time you go!
-Matt
I’ve watched many PV travel videos, but this is one of the best! Coming in June for a week with family and eyeing retiring there.
Hey! Thank you very much for saying that! It means a lot to us! Yes, this area would be great to retire to. Its starting to get more expensive down here to find housing, but still much less than the states!
Very informative! I appreciate all the points that you hit!
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Awesome to see your channel exploding! Looked last week you had 3.5k now your over 4! I’m right behind you! At 3.1k
What up Adam!!! Yeah man! Pumped on this video! And that’s awesome. I enjoy watching your videos also!! They are satisfying lol!
@@TheirHappyTrails I’m taking notes dude!
Thanks for the information and food tips.Very informative because we haven't been to PV for about 20 years and it's changed so much . We are also 20 years older and more cautious when traveling anywhere but your video's help ease the fear of traveling to somewhere new.
Good!! Glad it was helpful to you!!
Very thorough video!
Really enjoyed this!
Awesome, thank you!
Hi I am coming to Puerto Vallarta in a couple of weeks, on a cruise. Can we rake a taxi to the Zona Romantica?
Yes. Or, ride a Cento Plaza Bus outside of the cruise terminal for 10 pesos.
Good to know where are the seniors and mentioning the safety
Great video familia
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I'm loving that you mentioned Jarretaderas "Jarretas" for short. An awesome little local village (where i live) & love with a great past and present history of struggle & success. It's 100% authentic and the locals are the real deal. It greatly contrasts the rapidly developing NuevoNayarit. So many don't have the nerve to explore as it contrasts all the new development & literally & physically is shadowed by eL Monstruo Vidanta.
Great food as you mentioned, on Tues has a great open air mercado (best deal in all of Nayarit). An awesome catholic church and park plaza just across the street. Buy some fresh tortillas, special mention to Mama' Nena's (to eat). Explore the area....
Muchas Gracias your always welcome back 😘🇲🇽
Hey Don!!! That is so awesome! Thank you for taking the time to give all those extra tips about “Jarretas”! It really was one of our favorite places to explore! We definitely will come back and already making plans!
Yes, it’s great they told us about your city and that is what we like exactly, meeting with locals, do you have any casa near you for 5 people to rent? We might come soon , hope to see you there, take care
@@olesyaromanova-izgagina3779 I’m not sure of any places that are that big for rent in that little local town. There’s not many rentals there at all actually. But if you stay in Nuevo Nayarit, you’ll find something nearby.
@@TheirHappyTrails that is what I thought, I can not find anything there on Airbnb , we don’t need too big , but 5 beds,Yaaa it is little big ))
@@olesyaromanova-izgagina3779 lol!! Well I wish I could be more helpful on that end! Also Jarretaderas is a great place to visit, but for a whole stay can be a little boring. It’s not really close to the beach and other fun areas. So it’s definitely a great place for a day visit!
Heading to PV in January. This video really helped me with the details others gloss over. Great job!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the feed back!
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Thank you for the good information. I'm thinking about going in late November early December
That’s a perfect time to visit!
@@TheirHappyTrails glad to hear!!
Gracias for this video - just last night I booked a trip to PV for Christmas, and it will be my first time. I've also just subscribed and appreciate your effort in compiling these tips and suggestions.
Thank you!! Glad this video was helpful, and I appreciate you appreciating the effort! Enjoy your trip!
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@@macscotty9997 what does this mean? Extremely repetitive and cryptic.Have a nice day
Hello! I throughly enjoyed your video, especially the different zones, methods of transportation, and tip on eating authentic Mexican food at Titi’s.
Glad it was helpful!
its always interesting to watch the brand new visitors summing the area up....hum, so much to learn, and clearly these people are looking in from the outside. stacking rocks and guys on a pole....says it all.
What do you mean? We made this video for other tourist. So it’s definitely an outside look made for outsiders lol…. 😂
@@TheirHappyTrails so we have LIVED in Puerto Vallarta for 10 weeks now....that was the intro wasnt it, did I miss understand? No insult intended! your outlook is cute!
@@KimWilsonTVYou have an artist shop, si?! ❤Curious what you share on your channel.
Lots of good info here. I wasn't even aware of the Nuevo Nayarit name change. Thanks.
Hey! Thanks for watching! We were definitely turned around in the beginning when someone would mention Nayarit, until we realized… we were in it! Fun way to find out 😂
-Erika
I just returned from Los Cabos after getting a 4 tooth bridge at Cabo Advanced dentistry. My quote from my dentist in Minneapolis was $5,400. Cost there was $1,850. Bueno!
Yea!! It’s much less than the states!!!
Hey you guys just discovered your vlog, fantastic. my wife and I have been going to P.V. for seven years going on eight. It is as though you were us in your attitude and love of exploration as well as a love for Mexico and her people and very much the food. I have to say I love this video in that you are giving a ton of information that is spot on, much more than just reviews of food and places to stay. Don't get me wrong I enjoy those videos as well but this is much more great information for someone who is investigating coming to PV. We will be checking out more of your content but thank you for doing a great job.
Hey! We appreciate those kind words, especially from someone who has been to PV so many times! Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the video 😃
Thanks for this video ill just it on my visit
Great!
Well, outstanding video, covering having fun, staying healthy and becoming smarter a s a traveler. Send u a big hug guys!!
Thank you very much for the feed back!! Glad the video was helpful!! -Matt
Great ideas and lots of info. Thanks. Blessings
Thank you for checking it out! All the best -Erika
I want to go in march, wishing there is a local to point me to authentic eating places! :)
The authentic places are everywhere! Just don’t expect very authentic food in all the tourist spots:)
We just got back from P. V. This video is very informative. Thank you
Awesome! Hope you had a great time! -matt
Great video! Would love to know more about the dental options in PV 😎
i love your guys's info on PV, i grew up there as a child and i fell in love with it i still visit every yr, for at least a month sometimes 2 at diff. times of the yr. as far as your spanish learning just think of it this way, the way it is written is the way it's pronounced, as long as u can read it it should be pretty simple but in the more touristy areas, most the locals know enough english to be able o communicate comfortably. enjoy the rest of your stay and i hope u guys are having a blast.
Thanks for watching and reaching out! We were so impressed with the locals English abilities and it definitely inspired us to go farther with our Spanish!
-Erika
One should try to speak Spanish, not the other way around. Just because "the locals" speak some English, does not mean they will speak it with you.
@@lagartogrande1908 I totally agree! But it is nice for someone like me who is practicing
Thank you, you are a very nice family and a great information you gave
Awhhhh, thank you!
-Erika
This was awesome
Awesome! Thanks for letting us know :)
Thanks for the basic Spanish Phrases, it kick started my Spanish learning!!!
lol awesome!!!
Just got back from 5 days (Oct 2023) in PV. My main complaint was the heat. I am 73 and found it hard to take, as very little air-conditioning is available. It was 90 degrees everyday, which isn't bad, but the humidity was like 95% and you just don't stop sweating. BTW, we took a water taxi to Yelapa to the beach and waterfall. Some guy there had the biggest iguana I have ever seen, and I actually held it. We stayed in a villa a little South of the Romantic Zone below the Hyatt. It was beautiful but a little old and needed maintenance and I did fall walking down the stone steps they had at the villa (there was no rail). It took us 57 steps to get up to the street level. Whew! Great video, BTW. I probably won't be going back as it was a little 3rd worldy to me.
Hey thanks for sharing your experience! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Awesome video guys. Going back in June for our third time. will explore more this time. Beautiful family. TMI on the peeing. Lol
Awesome! Hope this adds some new spots for you! And yes, Erika really wanted to stress that point 😂😂 -Matt
I ❤Puerto Vallarta and hope to live there some day 🤩🫶🏼
It would be a great place to live full time!
You ARE DOING GREAT WITH YOUR SPANISH
Thank you for saying that!! We are certainly trying. A lot of people have commented negatively about our spanish, (we just started learning) so I appreciate you saying that! - Matt
We will be there early May staying at the Mayan. Where is the local place to eat that's close to the resort?
There are tons of great restaurants everywhere!
Great video! Thanks for all the info…
Thank you! And you’re welcome!
Great video, thank you!
Your welcome!
Great Video! thanks for all the tips we are researching were to stay this coming winter, so this so helpful, ps i had medical in Guadalajara and yes my room was like a hotel very nice and my hubby did dental and we saved more than half..
Awesome!! Glad the video was helpful! And yes, we were very impressed with the medical and dental here! We didn’t really touch too much on it in the video, but it could be a whole video itself!
@Their Happy Trails me too! I have had 2 surgeries out of the country and had the best experience 🤩
Great video! Vallarta is beautiful!
Thank you! We loved it!
soy feliz soy feliz 13:54
Nice overview..i first went to PV in 1976 before all the big development. The funny thing to me then was the McDonald's that had failed and was turned into a taco shop.. We stayed at old hotel Oceano downtown great memories.
Wow!! Yes im sure it has changed so much since then! Have you come back here since?? -Matt
@@TheirHappyTrails yes around 1995 when Nuevo Vallarta was just being started. They were relentlessly trying to sell us a property there for Nuevo but at the time it just seemed like a dumb idea. The pv ciudad Centro and malecon was still wonderful and altho there was a large hotel at mismaloya it was still very pleasant and enjoyable. Another sunset in paradise.
Thanks for this video i am mexican and i am very happy whit this thanks
Gracias!!!
Your video is really helpful and well explained. Your video and editing skills are superb. We are in Puerto Vallarta a lot and you explained the area really well. You have a cute family and we subscribed 🥰💞👍🏻
Awesome! Thank you!
Excellent video. What about your experience with the airport & flights in & out? I'll be watching more of your vids...
That is a great topic! We plan on making a video for it, but in a nutshell, flights were easy to find and book just like any other flights. Once in route, instructions are pretty clear in regards of what to do at customs and with baggage. The main suggestion is once you arrive, walk past all the people asking to give you a lift and go outside. There you’ll find registers cab drivers and a line for taxis. OR if you’re up for saving a few hundred pesos, walk out of there airport and turn left, keep walking along the front of the building then turn left again. You’ll see the tunnel that goes over the highway and on the other side are drivers and Uber pick up spots for a fraction of the price, like half! Good luck and let us know if there’s anything else we can help with!
-Erika
@@TheirHappyTrails Thanks for responding & the great advice! That uber advice sounds terrific.
Thank you so much for the information I talk Spanish so it will be easy for me and my friends when we go
Awesome! Glad you got value out of the video. And yes that will help a ton. As you could tell we are learning 😂 it’s a very English speaking area also. So that makes it easier. - Matt
Great video and Puerto Vallarta is our favorite place in Mexico, that being said, time-share salesmen ruin the entire experience. From the airport, to popping up from a dead log on the beach they are everywhere. Even the consignee at our hotel was on the take, from Time Share companies.
Yeah, there are bunch! But it really depends where we are. In the tourist areas, sure, but in some more of the local area there are none at all. Just depends!
I will give you a tip for those time share promoters, just tell them that you live in town and they would let you go free
Love this!! Love that you love there ❤
Thanks! And yes we enjoy PV a lot!
Hello from Boston! Love your videos! Question can you recommend a good or better yet great dentist? Gracias!
Hey yes!! Send us an email, and Erika can give you the info. Theirhappytrails@gmail.com -Matt
great energy and style. Good info.
Thank you! Glad the video was helpful. We appreciate your feed back 🤘🏼🤘🏼 Matt
Great. Thanks
Absolutely 😃😃
Super helpful info!
Thanks Jen!!!!!! See you tomorrow!!
A bit of history: Las Peñas was renamed Puerto Vallarta on May 31st, 1918, to celebrate the town’s promotion to a municipality by the state of Jalisco.
Love it! The more we learn, the more we talk about doing an updated video… and the more we want to go back! Thanks for watching 😄
-Erika
Thanks for sharing !
We loved our time there, and thanks for watching!
-Erika
Thank you for the video we are excited to come to Puerto Vallarta
Read my comments and also the comment from Vicente Hernandez!
Our pleasure!
OUTSTOUNDING!!
Thank you!!!
I always stay in Zona Romantica. It's the best. Don't care for the Hotel Zone. And there is a good supermarket downtown- Casa Ley.
Thanks for the tips!
Hi, thanks for the travel info. Question for you, I'm a middle aged active female looking to travel solo to Puerto Vallarta. I will be staying at an all inclusive, am not sure if staying in Puerto Vallarta ( Centro zone), or up in the neuvo nayarit area( looking at the Rius).Which area would you recommend? Thanks
Hey there!! We would recommend centro if you want to venture out of the resort and experience Mexico. But if you want to stay in the resort and want more luxury (more Americanized) then stay up north in Nayarit
I love your video I'm sending blessings positive energy and take care gracias feliz Dia....
Thank you! Sending positive vibes to you as well 🙏🏼 Glad you tuned in! -Matt
This was really amazing ❤❤
Hey Emma! Thank you for saying so! I hope it was helpful if your planning to come to Puerto Vallarta!! -Matt
Greetings, you mentioned an episode on whale watching...can you tell me where to find that or do you have recommendation? Will be there late February.
Thanks for sharing your PV experiences!
Absolutely and thanks for watching 😁
Really enjoy your channel and your videos. We, too are thinking about a move to PV so there's lots of helpful stuff here. Would love to see a video about why you chose to live where you chose? (and if there is that video already, I'm sorry. I didn't see it) Right now that seems to be what we are working on.
Hey there! We don’t live in PV, just there for an extended visit! It’s hard to say where we would live, but most likely near the city because of more options! But it just depends on the person!
Great video. Thank you
Glad you found it helpful! And thank you for your feedback -matt
Audio is excellent. What mic did you use?
Thank you! It’s actually more of the post processing than the mic itself. We use adobe podcast for the post editing of our audio
@@TheirHappyTrails Gracias!
Hows the marina area? I'm looking at staying at the Marriott resort there but im also considering an Airbnb in Zona Romantica so I'm torn!
Definitely do both!
The Marriott is nice but, remote!
Thank you for the video! is there a way to buy a sim card at the PV airport so we can have wifi right away on our cellphone? thank you!
You’re welcome! And not that I know of unfortunately! But maybe!
You can buy a SIM card at the OXXO in the airport parking lot.
Great Video! What email do you want me to use to specifically ask about dental implants in Puerto Vallarta or nearby?
We are not experts by any means, but here’s the email!
Theirhappytrails@gmail.com
Loved your video!
Awe!!! Thank you!! We had so much here!
I'm going to PV from SF via cruise ship in Feb. I've only been to Nuevo Vallarta but never PV, so I'm excited
Question, Im looking to collect some sea shells from there. Are there any good beaches in PV for this?
Awesome! Pretty much every beach has shells on it!
What a great video, thank You. The litlle Angel is sooooooo cute 😘😍😘
Hi Mary! Thank you for having a look at our video. And yes, this little girl is something special for sure 😍 We’re so grateful.
-Erika
Does anyone have information on an assisted living facility in PV?
Sorry, we are not sure.
great video. by the way, Puerto Vallarta is the safest city in Mexico, and way safer than most cities in the US
But, do not lull yourself to sleep in PV! There is crime!
Yes, but I agree with him. We felt much safer there any bigger city in the USA
Ok Erica! I'm reaching out to you directly! You have a mediator that I'm probably going to want to get from you! Dinner is on me guys!!
Yes please! We are not in PV anymore, but plan to visit in often. We just moved to Costa Rica!
Excellent advice, and video! Thank you both! I’m heading there in a few weeks, and this was the most informative video I’ve watched yet. Your wife is just like me, in the terms of travelling “being her jam” 😉 quick question… I’m travelling solo, so any spots to avoid, or things to be aware of as a woman alone? I’ll be watching more of your content 👏
Hey! My girl, “our jam”! lol! Luckily, Puerto Vallarta is generally really safe. Just like any major city, avoid dark alleys at night. Otherwise, have at it! Hope it’s an amazing journey for you 🙌🏽
@@TheirHappyTrailsthanks doll! I’m much more confident about it now. So looking forward to it! 🏝️
What do you do for work?
Our youtube channel, and a marketing company 🙌🏻
Could you go over your solar system you have in the schoolie and how did to perform and what would you do different Thank you for your time
Did you watch the solar video? I wouldn’t have changed anything, and it performed great!! The thing I tell people about solar is don’t over think it! It’s actually pretty easy
Thanks for posting this video! I found it to be informative, very friendly.
I am selling my house and property +2 townhouses and moving to Mexico. Puerto Vallarta is one on my list to check out. I like the fact you mentioned outside areas as I don't care to be around immigrant tourists . I have been to Mexico 25 times. I'd like to know more on basic medical if possible. Enjoyed the video!
Awesome!! Yes actually have a a video on our channel about the medical in PV! Check it out
Helpful video. I may have missed it, my 2 year old was watching with me but how is the WiFi internet? Does it go out a lot? I would like to play online poker there for a few months out of the year. Thanks! Will continue to watch you guys!
Hey! I’m glad you found it helpful! The internet was stable 95% of the time. So shouldn’t be an issue! I play games online and it was fine! -matt
Thanks for the video we just got back from Nuevo Nayarit it was so beautiful. We felt in love that we would like to buy our vacation home is there a place you guys recommend or have a agent that can help? beach area preferably but its seem bit expensive.
Hi! Isn’t it gorgeous! We stayed there for the last 2 1/2 weeks, wonder if we were there at the same time!? Anyway, unfortunately we don’t know any agents out there but we wish you the best!
-Erika
Question, as a Canadian, if I retire there receiving a monthly divident from Canadian ETFs (to which I pay the CRA), do I also have to pay tax to the Mexican government
No idea about that! I’m sure an account could answer that question
Great video! ❤
Thank you! We had so much fun here! Many many great memories. We are leaving tomorrow and off to our next adventure!
Another great thing to do is rent a panga for 4 hours fishing. It will also be a wildlife adventure. You will see whales, manta rays, sea turtles, and of course fish. Also will cruise along the spectacular coastline.
That’s a great suggestion, thanks for sharing!
We are visiting from the UK for the first time in Jan.24. Your videos have provided us with lots of info and tips for which we thank you. One concern that I do have as a smoker, is that the ban introduced earlier this year sounds very restrictive. Can you please give any indication as to what level it is policed. Thank you again. Jean
Hey, I smoked just fine everywhere we went in PV! It was no problem
It's prohibited in closed places. in an open environment there's no problem