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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

Man Stabbed, Killed on Venustiano Carranza in Zona Romantica

A man has died after being stabbed in Zona Romantica, according to local news media reports, a highly unusual occurrence in the normally peaceful and tourist heavy area.

US Requires Covid-19 Test Before Entry for International Travelers

The United States Center for Disease Control (CDC) will require anyone flying into the US from outside the country to provide a negative Covid-19...

Shangela and Feed the Queens Donate to PV Food Pantry Distribution

Feed the Queens, a U.S. based non-profit foundation formed by Rupaul Drag Race star Shangela and The Actors Fund, has donated the funds to purchase 400 pantry baskets to a Puerto Vallarta initiative that was started to help locals with food after the pandemic started.

PV Continues to Make News With Circuit Party Attendance ‘Outing’

Puerto Vallarta and the party-spread of Covid-19 continues to make the news in the LGBTQ community, this time involving a 41-year-old nurse from California, who was hospitalized for a month and a half with Covid-19 after attending a circuit party in Miami.

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. 

Puerto Vallarta Tourism Launches New Website

The Public Trust for Tourism Promotion and Advertising in Puerto Vallarta has launched a new website with relevant information for the traveler who plans to visit this destination.

Global Pandemic Doesn’t Stop Popular NYE Parties

A few popular LGBTQ New Year's Eve parties are moving forward with plans to hold their events, with one moving its event to an...

New Shutdown Has Puerto Vallarta Open But…With Restrictions

New restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of Covid-19 have been put into place, with the State Government announcing new lockdowns in Guadalajara and...

Puerto Vallarta in the Running for Gay Travel Awards

Puerto Vallarta has received nominations in two categories for the annual Gay Travel Award, having been nominated in the Hotel Beach and Destination Beach categories. 

Bearadise Beach Offers New All-Inclusive Year-Round Beach Retreat for Bears

A new entertainment and tour have been created for visiting and local members of the ‘bear’ segment of the LGBTQ community

DESTINATION: Puerto Vallarta

Out & About PV, Puerto Vallarta’s premier LGBTQ magazine, will produce its first ever LGBTQ travel guide, hitting stands in Mid-January, 2021.

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

Thanksgiving Travel has PV in Top Three Mexico Destinations

Although travel volumes for the celebration of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, which this year will be Thursday, November 26, have fallen compared...

Puerto Vallarta Named 14th in top 20 for Expedia 2021 Travel

Puerto Vallarta has been selected as the 14th spot in the world that travelers hope to visit in 2021 by Expedia.com, naming it as one of their top 'escape' places.

Generous Donations Help Provide Aid for Those in Need

More than $300,000 USD ($6,303,045.Mexican pesos) has been raised to help with food and other supplies for Puerto Vallartians who have been hurt with the loss of work due to the pandemic. 

Pandemic Brings Changes in Businesses, Restaurants and Bars

The world-wide pandemic has brought many changes, and Puerto Vallarta has not been spared. Many businesses have ceased to operate and others have had to rapidly make changes in an effort to survive.

BeefDip Bear Week Cancels 2021 January Event Due to Pandemic

A 17-year annual gathering of bears in Puerto Vallarta has been canceled for 2021, with organizers saying the pandemic safety concerns brought about the cancellation, which was to be held Jan. 24 to 31, 2021.

Pandemic Lands Cheyenne Parker, Model/TV Star, in Puerto Vallarta

International published model, artist, designer, reality TV star and entrepreneur has brought his sizzling personality, international network and style to Puerto Vallarta and has just launched a new luxury concierge service there.

Marriott Puerto Vallarta Receives HRC ‘Best Place to Work’ for LGBTQ Employees

Marriott Puerto Vallarta has been named one of the best places to work for LGBTQ employees by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

Kenneth & Villanueva Team Up for First Ever Album

Local Puerto Vallarta entertainers Tonny Kenneth and Luis Villanueva have teamed up to make their first ever album together.

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