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Jerry Jones is a long-time LGBTQ journalist, with more than 20 years of experience. He is passionate about telling the stories of the LGBTQ community in Puerto Vallarta, and connecting the community to its people. Jerry is the founder of Out & About Nashville (now OutVoicesNashville), which he sold in 2020. He has more than 20+ years of experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, and digital media management. Jerry is also an advanced emergency medical technician and has spent much of his career helping those in need.

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Passenger Shares Photos and Experience on PV Delice Party Boat Sinking

On December 31, 2020 around 5 p.m. the party boat, PV Delice, sank to the bottom of the ocean while crew frantically called for help to rescue passengers. 

Hotel Mercurio Closed, Assets Seized

Hotel Mercurio Was Closed Friday Night, May 17, 2024 and all of the assets inside were seized. All of the guests were left on the street.

Louis Whitaker Arrested, Indicted by U.S. Federal Grand Jury on Child Pornography

Whitaker was Alias in Puerto Vallarta, Wyatt Maxwell is...

Michoacán Earthquake Felt in Puerto Vallarta

An earthquake that hit near Coalcoman, Michoacan, in the early morning hours of January 12, 2025, was felt in Puerto Vallarta, with some buildings evacuating its residents.

Couple Urges Caution After Puerto Vallarta Grindr Incident

The gay married couple from Anaheim, California were visiting Puerto Vallarta in mid-October when they became victims of a drugging and robbery from a Grindr hookup. While they are both embarrassed by the incident, they are using the horrific experience to warn other to be cautious. Both are praising the response of the local police and hotel officials

Puerto Vallarta Airport Terminal 2: Fully Operational by 2026

The new Terminal 2 of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport is now expected to be fully operational by 2026, with a gradual move starting in 2025.

Puerto Vallarta Gears Up for First Collab Week

Puerto Vallarta will host its inaugural week-long event for LGBTQ+ digital content producers and their fans from Dec. 2 through 8, 2025, as the subscription-platform community converges at multiple venues for networking, filming and public meet-ups.

Photos: Olympia Celebrates Showroom Opening

Olympia, a new luxury condominium development in Puerto Vallarta’s Lázaro Cárdenas neighborhood, officially opened its showroom Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, offering the public a first look at the design details and finishes planned for the 30-unit project.

Bar Frida Opens New Chapter in Puerto Vallarta as It Moves Into Largest Location

Bar Frida, one of Puerto Vallarta’s oldest LGBTQ+ venues, recently moved to its most expansive location to date at Francisco I. Madero 418. 

Dinner at The Swedes to Benefit Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

The Swedes Bar and Bistro will host a special benefit dinner on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, to raise funds for the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center, continuing a tradition that began with a successful event earlier this year.

Stocks, Allen and Kent Blend Art, Design and Music in PV Venues

The wood-fired heat at Basilio Badillo 447 is more than a design choice — it’s the centerpiece of The Brick Oven, the newest project from Puerto Vallarta business partners Bryan Stocks, Roger Allen and Brian Kent.

Diva Daniela: Two Decades of Glamour, Grit and Community in Puerto Vallarta

Behind the sparkle of Diva Daniela, one of the city’s long-time drag performers, lies a story of survival and a deep commitment to community.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Canto Restaurant

What a night! Our second Gay+ Mixer at @cantopv (Canto Restaurant, Lázaro Cárdenas 446, Zona Romántica) was buzzing with over 150 people!

370 Vaccines Given at Vallarta Gay+ Center

The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center completed a vaccination campaign October 16 and 17, administering 370 doses to clients and other members of the community.

Turning Dreams Into Keys: How Edgardo Guel and Casa Luxe Real Estate Are Helping Buyers and Sellers

For Edgardo Guel, the key to success in real estate is understanding his clients and their needs. It's about their lifestyle and how he...

PVRPV Honored with Prestigious ‘Distintivo de Responsabilidad Laboral’ Award

PVRPV, the city’s largest and most established vacation rental and property management company, has been recognized with one of the state’s most respected honors: the Distintivo de Responsabilidad Laboral (Labor Responsibility Distinction).

Photo Gallery: Gay+ Mixer at Cuale Condo Hotel

More than 200 people came to Cuale Condo Hotel as it hosted the first gay+ mixer of the season on Oct. 14, 2026. Out and About PV Magazine and the Facebook group “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything You Need or Want to Know” organize the mixers to spotlight O&APV advertisers venues and help bring the community together.

Fall 2025 Issue Celebrates Puerto Vallarta’s People, Places and Pride

As the summer heat fades, Puerto Vallarta transforms into a paradise of perfect weather and vibrant activity. The Fall 2025 issue of Out & About PV invites you to discover the best of our city — from luxury living and world-class entertainment to inspiring local stories that define our community.

City Opens Collection Centers to Aid Flood-Impacted Families

The municipal government has opened a network of collection centers across the city to receive food, hygiene items and other basic supplies for families severely affected by heavy rains and flooding.

Vallarta Emergency Officials Recommend Caution as Tropical Storm ‘Raymond’ Approaches

The Puerto Vallarta Civil Protection and Fire Department reports that Tropical Depression Seventeen-E has intensified into Tropical Storm "Raymond," located off the coast of...

Singer Alberto Cuevas Reclaims Classic With Bold ‘Macumba’ Video

Dressed in the traditional traje de charro but carrying a message rarely seen in the world of mariachi, singer Alberto Cuevas, known as El Diamante (“the Diamond”), is stepping into new territory with his latest project - a musical production and video for “Macumba” on Nov. 1 at Casino Life Marina.

Nacho Daddy, Tex-Mex Restaurant, Listed For Sale

A cornerstone of Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica nightlife and dining is turning a new page. Nacho Daddy, the lively Tex-Mex restaurant, bar, and entertainment venue, is for sale.

Who’s Who of Puerto Vallarta’s LGBTQ+ Scene Attends La Arriera Screening at The Tryst Hotel

More than 50 people gathered Thursday evening, September 4, 2025, at the upscale Tryst Hotel in Puerto Vallarta for a screening of La Arriera (The Muleteer), an evocative film exploring gender, identity and liberation in 1930s Jalisco. 

LGBTQ+ Groups Sign Diversity Agenda With Jalisco State Directorate of Sexual Diversity

LGBTQ+ organizations in Puerto Vallarta signed a document with the Jalisco State Directorate of Sexual Diversity this week, outlining shared priorities on health, culture and justice.

Westin Puerto Vallarta to Become Brand’s First All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico

The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta will transition in May 2026 into the first Westin-branded all-inclusive resort in Mexico, completing a two-year, multimillion-dollar renovation and rebranding as The Westin Playa Vallarta.

Salma Luévano Promotes Inclusion Economy, Hecho en México Certification in Puerto Vallarta

Salma Luévano, National Coordinator of the Economía de Inclusión program at Mexico’s Secretariat of Economy, told a packed audience of more than 100 LGBTQ+ local entrepreneurs on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, that inclusion is not only a principle but an economic model. 

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