As far as Mexican resort cities are concerned, few compare with the fame and beauty of Puerto Vallarta. Located on the Bahia de Banderas of the Pacific Ocean, Puerto Vallarta is blessed with a tropical climate, impressive beaches, and all the amenities one would require. For the most part, this region of Mexico relies on the tourism industry, with 50 per cent of economic activity derived from the industry. Indeed, North American and domestic tourists are attracted to the sun, sand, and relative safety of the area. During the peak tourist season from November to March, Puerto Vallarta is a bustling sea-side city which lives up to its name as “The Friendliest City in the World.”
Since the 1960s, Puerto Vallarta has rapidly expanded as a major resort destination. With the Mexican government investing in infrastructure, such as roads, airports, and utilities, throughout the sixties and seventies, the city became easily accessible by air and ground. During this expansion, greater numbers of Mexicans descended upon the city to vacation. Seeing the possible influx of tourist dollars as a boon for the area, Puerto Vallarta was upgraded to the status of “city” in 1968 clearly marking the government’s intentions to develop the region as an international tourist destination.
Following early tourism trends, the late seventies and early eighties was marked by rapid expansion and development of luxury hotels. With a devalued peso, the city was a bargain for international tourists, especially from the United States. The mid-eighties as it were brought an obvious spike in tourism thereby stimulating further development.
In recent years, Puerto Vallarta has also become a premier retirement spot for North American retirees. As more retirees are attracted to the city there has been a great deal of development with regards to condominiums in addition to hotels and rental apartments. Expatriate communities throughout the city are obviously drawn to the warm climate and friendly people as well as the opportunity to invest in beautiful properties. In addition, Puerto Vallarta offers safety and convenience much like we would expect from our home cities. While poverty has become an issue over the past 20 years, the city is still regarded as one of the safest destination in Mexico. Moreover, the rapid growth in tourism over the last two decades has allowed Puerto Vallarta to develop amenities such as art galleries, restaurants, and golf courses making it a versatile destination that transcends its beach vacation status.
Obviously, Puerto Vallarta is a great place to buy property because of the climate and geography. Whether people are searching for vacation homes or retirement property, the city has a wide range of appropriate accommodation so that home owners can relax and enjoy the comforts of Mexico. Moreover, the city is often overlooked as an interesting cultural destination. The colourful Mexican celebrations derived from its Spanish and indigenous history make Puerto Vallarta a vibrant city to behold throughout the year. It almost feels commonplace for the streets to be filled with parades, music, and dancing. There are also world-class amenities such as restaurants, art galleries, and symphonies to be enjoyed.
Not surprisingly, as Puerto Vallarta has continued to grow as a city with regards to infrastructure and amenities, there have been several developments underway. Because it’s still a relatively small city, with a population well below 300,000, construction is not disruptive to the natural charm of the city. Tropicasa developments include condos and homes throughout the area. Most of these new sites are focused on sophistication and elegance making them ideal vacation or retirement homes.
Many of these homes or condos have spectacular views and offer the kind of convenience you would expect. Walking distance to the town or beaches, fully equipped luxury kitchens, and access to the tropical jungles that surround the city are only a few of the benefits buyers can derive from new developments. The new construction definitely appears to cater to those looking for luxury. No expense is spared from zoned air conditioning and spa bathrooms to marble floors and granite countertops. Whether you’re on the market for a condo or home and even regardless of your price range, luxury seems impossible to avoid because of the discerning tastes of previous buyers throughout the area. Rest assured, Tropicasa developments are state-of-the-art but they are also flexible when it comes to budgets.
Clearly, Puerto Vallarta has gained notoriety as a tourist favourite from year to year and recently has become a favourite spot for buyers of vacation and retirement homes. With a wide range of home comforts and beautiful beaches set against the backdrop of tropical jungles it is easily understood how Puerto Vallarta has evolved into a world-class resort destination.
