Esta publicación también está disponible en: English Español

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.

Content

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.

Hamburger Mary’s to Open in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta will be home to the first-ever Mexico location of the popular U.S. franchise, Hamburger Mary’s.

Covid-19 Restrictions to Expire, Businesses and Bars to Reopen Sat., Feb. 13

The Vallarta Independiente is reporting that the Jalisco Government will not extend the current Covid-19 restrictions, which will expire at Midnight on Feb. 13, 2021.

Candy Bar Restaurant Opens Its Doors in Zona Romantica

CandyBar, a new LGBTQ bar and restaurant in Zona Romantica, has something for everyone, with its owners wanting everyone to feel welcome and to “come and taste the rainbow.”

One Six One, New LGBTQ Bar Set to Open Feb. 1

A new upscale bar catering to the LGBTQ community will open on February 2, 2021, adding another option for locals and visitors looking for a night out in Puerto Vallarta’s “gay district”.

Alejandro Castillo Tops JustFor.Fans As Mexico’s Most Popular Performer

Alejandro Castillo, a local Puerto Vallartian, has been named the top Mexico performer on the popular subscription based social media platform, JustFor.Fans

RED BUTTON Initiated: New Restrictions in Place from Jan. 16 to 31

The Governor for the state of Jalisco, which Puerto Vallarta resides in, Enrique Alfaro, has initiated a new "red button" with restrictions in place from Jan. 16 to Jan. 31, 2021 for the area due to an increase in Covid-19 cases.

Hotel Mercurio Offering Covid-19 Tests for US and Canadian Travelers

Hotel Mercurio, located on Francisca Rodríguez 168 in Zona Romántica, is offering Covid-19 tests for those travelers returning to the United States or Canada.

Doctor at Home PV Offers Covid-19 Testing

As anxiety continues to grow with U.S. visitors seeking Covid-19 tests in Puerto Vallarta, one local doctor is offering at home service to collect the test and send off to a lab for processing.

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

Current News

Esta publicación también está disponible en: English Español