Location: Puerto Vallarta is located on the Pacific coast of Mexico along Banderas Bay, Mexico's largest natural bay, in the northwest corner of the state of Jalisco.

Climate: November to April: Average high 85F/low 63F May to October: Average high 92F/low 70F Rainy Season: Mid-June through September, mainly afternoon and evening showers.

Currency:
Pesos, money exchange houses located in the airport, on nearly every street corner and at banks throughout Puerto Vallarta. Credit cards are widely accepted.

Economy:
Mainly tourist related. Agriculture, tobacco, cattle ranching and tequila production are also important financial resources.

Local Time:
Puerto Vallarta is in the Central Time Zone (the same as Texas), which is two hours ahead of California and one hour behind New York.

Taxis:
With more than 1,000 taxis in town, there is no problem hailing one. Taxi fares are set in Puerto Vallarta; the average fare is around $40 pesos or $4 USD. A trip across town-from the Marina to Los Muertos Beach-will run about $80 pesos or $8.00 USD. Fares are posted in each taxi, the daily newspaper and most major hotels. Asking about the fare before you get in may save you a few pesos.

Tequila:
Only tequila that is made in officially designated areas surrounding Tequila, Jalisco can bear the name of "tequila."

Restaurantes:
From early morning until the wee hours, this is where it is all happening, on an international scale! From world class French cuisine, to ethnic Asian de lights and authentic Mexican dishes, not to mention the freshest seafood around. Old Town Puerto Vallarta has something to please the most discriminating palate. The personalized first-class service of these unique eateries will keep you busy planning and anticipating your next dining experience. There is an infinity of options in the town of Puerto Vallarta!.