In Puerto Vallarta, two lesbian couples are making their presence felt through their relationships and professional endeavors. Alison Lo, a performer working at various venues, and Elena Zolezzi, co-owner of Elixir Mixology Bar, along with Claudia Victoria and Carmen Porras, who run the restaurant OCULTO by El Arrayán, are building businesses and fostering community in this Mexican city.

Thoroughly redesigned, The Bistro Gallery is Puerto Vallarta’s first art gallery dedicated to showcasing South American art. Under the curation of Cristhiam Castillo, the gallery’s latest exhibition highlights a diverse range of Latin American talent, including Chilean artist Monica Villarroel and Colombian artists Uvaldo Torres (BaLDOT), Jimmy Villegas, Juan Manrique Silva, and Iván Guayasamin.

When Cinde Schaffer and Matthew Zaslow first crossed paths at a charity event, they didn’t just find a shared passion for philanthropy—they discovered a synergy that would redefine luxury hospitality and event production.

Welcome to the Summer 2025 edition of Out & About Puerto Vallarta. Do you notice something slightly different about this issue? We’ve upgraded our cover and interior paper, and added a matte finish, to provide you with a better reading experience and a longer shelf life for the magazine. 

Welcome to the Winter/Spring 2025 issue of O&APV. This is our largest issue that we've published, and it's bursting with so many great stories about Puerto Vallarta and its thriving LGBTQ+ community.

Tucked between Sayulita and San Pancho, about forty-five kilometers north of Puerto Vallarta, is Playa Malpaso, a beach known for its stunning beauty and rich cultural folklore. Locals believe it once was a sacred space for native Indians, where they’d witnessed a deer jumping into the fire, symbolizing the meeting of death and new life.

Welcome to the Fall 2024 issue of Out & About Puerto Vallarta. As we celebrate our seventh season, we're excited to usher in a new wave of entertainment in Puerto Vallarta.

Jet's Private Boat Tours, recently crowned Best Gay Boat Tour at the Best of Gays Awards, is setting the standard for personalized adventures in Puerto Vallarta's breathtaking Banderas Bay.

Jalisco-born chef, Roman Ventura, voted Puerto Vallarta’s “Best Gay Chef”, is a proud member of the Gay+ community.  Graduating from chef school 10 years ago, he created Ventura Chef Services, a private chef, in-home dining experience for people living or visiting Puerto Vallarta. 

For going on nine years, Blondies has been holding down the corner of Amapas and Pulpito, serving ice cold adult slushies and tasty cocktails to thirsty patrons and passersby. Recently, Blondies was named the winner of the best happy hour in the Best of Gays Awards.

Taraka Yoga is owned by Mark Hanuman. The space exudes a brightness and positivity that is contagious. Mark hails from Baltimore, but has lived in Mexico since 2012. He discovered Yoga due to a life altering event, which very nearly was a life ending event.

Ryan Donner was recently crowned Best Gay Realtor at the Best of Gays Awards. Donner isn't just an individual realtor; he's the driving force behind the phenomenal success of Donner and Associates, a company built on a foundation of exceptional service, community spirit, and genuine human connection.

In Puerto Vallarta, where the ocean meets the jungle, Jet De la Isla stands out as a pioneering force in the LGBTQ+ tourism industry. With a diverse portfolio of businesses that include a clothing-optional beach, the highest rated LGBT+ boat charter company on TripAdvisor, Mexico’s first gay youth hostel, founder of the largest online gay community Facebook group, a new mezcal beach bar, and as a board of director for the new LGBTQ+ community center, Jet has carved a niche for himself in this tropical paradise.

Cassandra Shaw Jewelry has won the First Annual We Are Puerto Vallarta Favorite Jewelry Shop Award, and was named as a finalist for the coveted Best Business Award. 

As Mantamar Beach Club commemorates its tenth anniversary, it's important to remember the profound impact that Mantamar has had on Puerto Vallarta’s LGBT community.

This summer issue shines a spotlight on the heart of Puerto Vallarta – its vibrant community! Meet the Mind Behind the Hustle: We chat with young entrepreneur Jet De La Isla, who shares his insights on personal growth, time management, and his ever-active mind. Mantamar Beach Club Makes a Splash: We celebrate 10 years of sun-soaked fun with Mantamar Beach Club.  

The story behind Vallarta Eats Food Tours and its unexpected new owner. Learn how a Philadelphia native is running a food tour company

Taniel Chemsian is not just a reality TV show star, for the HGTV Network show, House Hunters International - learn more about him here.

Check out OAPVs Winter 2024 Print Issue featuring The Palm, Taniel Chemsian, ThrIVe IV and MedSpa and Bears!

Explore the past and rich culture of Mexico's Gay Mecca, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. Read about the early pioneers who helped pave the way to make the vibrante and welcoming gay community it is.