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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.

Canadian Flights to Puerto Vallarta Up 30 Percent in January

If it seems like there are a lot more tourists on the streets and sidewalks in Puerto Vallarta - there are as more and more Canadians are leaving the cold for the sunny beachs of Puerto Vallarta.

Pinnacle Gay Mixer Photos

A gay mixer was held at Pinnacle Lounge on Dec. 12, 2024. More than 180 people came to the event, sponsored by Out & About PV and the FB group “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything Gay You Need Or Want To Know.“

Pizza Joe 2.0: Family Tradition Returns to Vallarta’s Rooftop

Pizza Joe, the iconic restaurant that locals and visitors enjoyed from 1988 to 1995, has reopened its doors, bringing a wave of nostalgia with its hand-tossed pizzas and classic pasta dishes.

Nominations Open for Second Best of Gay PV Awards

What business or individual is the Best of the Best in Puerto Vallarta's gay community? The 43,0000 member Facebook group Puerto Vallarta Gays Everything Gay You Need or Want to Know is conducting its second “best of” for Gay Puerto Vallarta, an award contest that seeks to recognize businesses and individuals.

2024 Guide to Christmas Dining in Puerto Vallarta

Looking for the perfect Christmas meal in Puerto Vallarta?  Explore a diverse range of restaurants with special holiday menus. This guide features a selection of options, starting with our valued supporters.

Miss Conception’s Silver Anniversary Spectacular: A Dazzling Celebration

Puerto Vallarta's iconic and amazing female delusionist- drag sensation, Miss Conception, is celebrating a remarkable 25 years of captivating audiences with her latest show, "The 25th Year Silver Anniversary Spectacular." This extraordinary production, showcasing her unparalleled talent and creativity, is currently dazzling audiences at The Palm Cabaret.

Blondies Season 10: Love, Slushies, and Fashion

Love at first sight is often a cliché, but for Shawn McGuire and Dino Alberti, it was the real deal. Their story began at a chance meeting poolside here in Puerto Vallarta, both of them on vacation. It was an encounter that blossomed into a whirlwind romance and a shared dream.

MR. Exprimido Offers a Fresh Squeeze on Puerto Vallarta’s Beverage Scene

Lorenzo Antonio Marín de Dios, has brought a refreshing twist to Puerto Vallarta's culinary scene with innovative drinks, from classic cocktails to creative fruit-based concoctions with his new store, MR Exprimido.

Photo Gallery: Gay Mixer at Daiquiri Dicks on the Beach

More than 175 people attended the gay mixer held on November 26 at Daiquiri Dicks on the Beach.

Photo Gallery: Gay Mixer at ACT2PV

Check out this photo gallery from the gay mixer that was held on Oct. 29, 2024 at ACT2PV Theater.

LGBTQ+ Community Center Expands, Offers New Services

The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (VGCC) is experiencing a period of rapid growth and expansion, transforming into a vital hub for Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ community.

For The Love of DILFS: David Smith, Jr. Represents Puerto Vallarta and Fire Island on Reality TV

From the beaches of Puerto Vallarta to the glitz and glamor of reality TV, local event producer David M. Smith, Jr. is trading paradise for a chance at love and a $10,000 prize on streaming TV show,  'For the Love of DILFs’.

Luxury Living Comes to Colonia Lazaro Cardenas with Olympia

The Lazaro Cardenas neighborhood is set to welcome a new 30-unit luxury condo development with a retail space, Olympia, which recently held a groundbreaking ceremony. The project is slated to be completed by Fall 2026, bringing new housing options and amenities to the area.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Vallarta: A Delicious Guide to Local Restaurants

If you are an American visitor or resident in Puerto Vallarta and looking to enjoy the American holiday of Thanksgiving, held this year on November 28, 2024, we’ve compiled a list of places that are offering a special Thanksgiving Day meal. 

Wyatt Maxwell (Louis Whitaker) Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Pornography

Wyatt Maxwell, 25, known in Puerto Vallarta as “Louis Whitaker”, 25, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Roseann A. Ketchmark on Wednesday, Nov. 20, to 20 years in federal prison without parole for child pornography.

Amapas Stairs Revitalized with Stunning Mural

The once dilapidated and dangerous stairway leading down from Highway 200 to Playa de Los Muertos in the Amapas neighborhood has been transformed into a stunning mural, thanks to a collaborative effort by the community. 

Salchidogo Offers Unique Flavors at Puerto Vallarta’s Newest Hotdog Spot

Step into a world of gourmet hotdogs at Salchidogo, where flavor meets innovation, right in Zona Romantica. Salchidogo is Puerto Vallarta’s newest culinary gem, offering hotdogs unlike anything you’ve ever had. 

Irvin M. Arrested in Stabbing of Man in Zona Romantica

Irvin Monreala, a male known to many in the LGBTQ+ Puerto Vallarta community, has been arrested for the alleged killing of a man who he allegedly stabbed around 2 p.m. on Nov. 19, 2024.

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.

Chachalaca Bar Celebrates Six Years

Chachalaca Bar celebrated its sixth anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, with amazing entertainment including Mharina Storm, Genesis Padilla, Drag Krono and Alberto Cuevas.  Six years...

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