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Christian Velasco

Editor and Associate Publisher for Out and About PV Magazine

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Iconic Pirate Ship Marigalante Sinks in Puerto Vallarta

The iconic pirate ship and one of Puerto Vallarta's most well-known tourist attractions, sank on the afternoon of Friday, October 10, 2025.

U.S. Citizen Found Dead in Puerto Vallarta Condo; Investigation Underway

Henry Patrick Murphy, a 58-year-old American, was found dead Friday, Sept. 19, inside his condominium in the Emiliano Zapata neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, according to local authorities.

After Pirate Ship Sinking, Sister Ship Set to Keep Pirate Legacy Afloat

Following the unfortunate sinking of the iconic pirate ship Marigalante, Naviera Juan de la Cosa SA. de CV., the company that owns the ship, has quickly confirmed its plans to keep one of Puerto Vallarta’s main tourist attractions alive. 

Coastal Flooding Closes Roads Due to Hurricane Priscilla

The Traffic and Road Safety Department implemented preventative road closures in Las Glorias and Centro to protect the public and avoid accidents.

Vallarta Play to Shine at Jalisco State Theater Exhibition

Puerto Vallarta's play 2012: El Mundo se va a Acabar has been selected to perform at the 28th Jalisco State Theater Exhibition.

Social media is going nuts over Zac Efron and Alejandro Speitzer

The American star seems to be the eco-friendly daddy many were expecting this 2020, while the Mexican actor Alejandro Speitzer is giving us hot scenes on the steamy thriller Dark Desire.

Vallarta Voted Second Best Small City in the World 

The prestigious luxury travel publication Condé Nast Traveler has announced the winners of its 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Cities in the World. Puerto Vallarta secured the second-place ranking in the Small City category, finishing just behind Victoria, Canada, and ahead of globally recognized destinations like Florence, Italy; San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; and San Sebastian, Spain.

After Pirate Ship Sinking, Sister Ship Set to Keep Pirate Legacy Afloat

Following the unfortunate sinking of the iconic pirate ship Marigalante, Naviera Juan de la Cosa SA. de CV., the company that owns the ship, has quickly confirmed its plans to keep one of Puerto Vallarta’s main tourist attractions alive. 

Iconic Pirate Ship Marigalante Sinks in Puerto Vallarta

The iconic pirate ship and one of Puerto Vallarta's most well-known tourist attractions, sank on the afternoon of Friday, October 10, 2025.

First Look! Puerto Vallarta’s Malecon Renovation Revealed 

The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board has released the first render images of the renovation and improvement project for the city's iconic oceanside promenade, the Malecón, with an expected completion date before the busy December holiday season.

A Safe Space for Healing: Gay+ Community Center Partners With Alberto Díaz de León to Offer Mental Wellness Services

Affordable and vital mental health care is now more accessible to the LGBTQ+ community, thanks to Alberto Díaz de León, the in-house psychologist at the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (VG+CC).

Drag Performer Mama Tits Faces Aggressive Cancer, Friends Launch Fundraiser

After a sudden and aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, friends of the Puerto Vallarta drag star and singer have launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover his urgent treatment costs.

Coastal Flooding Closes Roads Due to Hurricane Priscilla

The Traffic and Road Safety Department implemented preventative road closures in Las Glorias and Centro to protect the public and avoid accidents.

Vallarta Medical Center Expands Urgent Care into Wellness Hub

Vallarta Medical Center (VMC) has transformed its urgent care clinic in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romantica into a wellness care center, a move aimed at providing a more comprehensive approach to health that extends beyond emergency services.

Max Buendía and Zack De La Cerda Join Out & About Staff

Out & About PV (O&APV) is excited to introduce two key additions to our team: Max Buendía and Zack De La Cerda! They will...

Speed Reducer Installed on Libramiento due to SEAPAL Works

SEAPAL Vallarta (Drinking Water, Drainage, and Sewerage Service System) is moving forward with the rehabilitation of the North-Central Collector on Belice Street. Work is taking place in the section between the Luis Donaldo Colosio Libramiento and Corregidora, as well as between Belice and Héroes de la Patria streets.

LesBi Women’s Health: Hospital Joya Against Breast Cancer

Hospital Joya Marina Vallarta officially launched Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Friday, October 3, 2025, with its 12th annual Pink Wave Cocktail event, with more than 100 people attending the gathering. 

Free English Classes at Vallarta Gay+ Community Center 

The Focus on Green English teaching project is opening new admissions for a group starting lessons on October 16, 2025.

‘Teto’ Betancourt Talks on Activism, Leading Sexual Diversity Office

Héctor “Teto” Betancourt, a familiar face in local activism for decades, is now spearheading a new era of LGBTQ+ inclusion as the head of the Sexual Diversity Office in the Puerto Vallarta Municipal Government.

New Interchange Bridge to Improve Commute and Tourism                                  

Located north of Puerto Vallarta, the new infrastructure will help streamline the flow of traffic to and from Bahía de Banderas.

Photos: La Más Draga Season 7 Viewing Party at Playroom

Fans gathered at Playroom to watch the new season of the popular reality drag contest, which streams every Tuesday at 9:00 p.m. on YouTube.

Lulú Café: A New French Toast Spot in Zona Romántica

Salvador "Chavo" Domínguez and Alberto "Beto" Ávila, a gay couple originally from Mexico City, recently opened Lulú Pan Francés Café, specializing in sweet and savory French toast and offering a fresh take on a breakfast classic.

Councilwoman Madero Proposes Free Municipal Vet Hospital

Puerto Vallarta could soon become a regional leader in animal welfare, thanks to a new initiative introduced by Councilwoman Melissa Madero Plascencia. During the latest council session held on September 25, 2025, Madero formally proposed launching a feasibility study for a Free Municipal Veterinary Hospital to provide essential care for pets and the city’s large stray animal population.

Authorities Meet to Advance LGBTIQ+ Rights, Health, and Justice

A series of meetings between sexual diversity collectives and state and municipal authorities took place in Puerto Vallarta the last week of September.

PV Daily Trash Pickup Resumes Monday, September 29

The Puerto Vallarta Municipal Government has released the updated trash pickup schedule, which will be resuming daily operations for most central neighborhoods such as El Centro, Emiliano Zapata, 5 de Diciembre, Fluvial Vallarta, and Marina Vallarta starting Monday, September 29. For other areas of the city like the south, the north and the Municipal delegations, recollection will continue on a three-days-a-week basis. 

Photos: Free Vaccine Clinic at The Tryst on September 26, 2025

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta hotel hosted a free vaccination clinic for HPV, Hepatitis B, Tetanus, and Pneumococcus today, Friday, September 26, 2025. The vaccines were offered to anyone in the community, including residents and tourists.

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