
Conoce la conectividad, el coste y la vida cotidiana para nómadas digitales en Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta, nestled between the lush Sierra Madre and the sparkling Bahía de Banderas, is a city that captivates with its duality. It combines the charm of a traditional Mexican town, with its cobblestone streets and iconic church, with the sophistication of a world-class tourist destination, a vibrant arts scene, award-winning cuisine and one of the most welcoming LGTBQ+ communities in the world.
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A very popular destination for remote workers, offering an excellent quality of life, good infrastructure and a great community.
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Offers an incredible range of options. You can enjoy yourself on a backpacker budget by eating on the street and using public transport, or spend a fortune on luxury villas and fine dining restaurants.
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Most restaurants, cafes and hotels offer free and reliable Wi-Fi. Public connectivity on the street is limited.
Buying a local SIM card (Telcel is the most common) is easy and provides reliable mobile data.

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Mid-range prices: plan lodging and meals carefully in tourist areas.
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A very popular destination for remote workers, offering an excellent quality of life, good infrastructure and a great community.
Mid-range prices: plan lodging and meals carefully in tourist areas.
The city bus system is extensive, frequent, and very cheap, making it easy to explore the city and nearby beaches.
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View full guideTake a bus to Boca de Tomatlán and from there, walk or take a water taxi to more secluded and beautiful beaches like Colomitos, Las Ánimas or Quimixto.
If you're in town between October and May, don't miss the Wednesday night Art Walk, when El Centro's main galleries open their doors and often serve cocktails.
A tip of 10-15% is expected in restaurants. It is also customary to tip buskers, supermarket baggers, and wait staff.
Although English is widely spoken, an effort to use basic Spanish phrases like 'Hello' and 'Thank you' is greatly appreciated and will open doors for you.
Don't drink tap water. All restaurants and hotels use purified water and ice, so they are safe.
The Pacific sun is strong. Use high factor sunscreen. At night, especially in the rainy season, use mosquito repellent.
Some beaches can have strong rip currents. Pay attention to warning flags and do not swim alone.
Although Uber and other apps are available, if you take a local taxi, always agree on the fare with the driver before starting the trip, as they do not use a meter.
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