Living and Working in Puerto Vallarta | Tao Mexico

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Puerto Vallarta has an appeal unlike any other -- this picturesque beach town, encircled by the towering Sierra Madre mountains, has a wonderful year-round climate that makes it a favored destination for Mexicans and foreigners alike! 

Puerto Vallarta, or “PV”, as the locals refer to it, has a charm that draws people in and then turns travelers into locals as they seek to extend their stay in this tropical paradise. 

Are you considering the move? 

Is Puerto Vallarta A Good Place to Live?

Puerto Vallarta has a pleasant, temperate climate all year ‘round with an average temperature of 80°F. During the cool, winter nights, the temperature can drop to a pleasant 60°F. 

The rainy season begins at the end of May each year and continues on to mid-October. There is a hurricane “season”which falls in late summer. An interesting rumor that the locals will tell you is that the Sierra Madre actually protects this region from hurricanes. Most years, hurricanes travel toward Vallarta, but the mountain range that encircles the bay takes in the hurricane winds and then uses the same winds to push the storm back out to sea. In fact, the hurricane rate is extremely low compared to other tropical destinations.

PV has a population of about 250,000 and the community of expats living here is growing annually. It’s said that Vallarta has the largest expat population in the world, per capita. PV has become a melting pot of colorful and friendly people living in harmony from every continent on the planet. 

It’s a very accessible destination, well connected by air, land and sea. This ease and connectivity has played an important role in the growth of the expat community. 

With this unique combination of colonial charm, gorgeous weather, laid-back beach lifestyle near the sea, and Mexican hospitality, Puerto Vallarta has everything you could want in a retirement or vacation destination.

Services and Amenities

The growth of the region has attracted investors and business-owners. You’ll find most of the same goods and services that you enjoy back home. Every supermarket sells imported products, there are modern shopping malls, cinemas and world class restaurants of every type of world cuisine.

A special mention should be made of the state-of-the-art healthcare centers and clinics in the area - perfect for medical tourism.

How Safe is Puerto Vallarta, Mexico?

Puerto Vallarta is one of the safest and friendliest cities in Mexico. A primary reason is due to the fact that it’s a tourist hub. The government goes to great lengths to secure the area and keep it safe for foreigners who are visiting or living here to assist in the economy. 

As with any tourist city in the world, there can be opportunistic crime, so it’s good to take basic precautions, be attentive to your surroundings and your belongings. 

Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta

There’s always something to do in Puerto Vallarta! The primary draw, of course, is the Bay of Banderas and all of the beautiful public and hidden beaches. Vallarta has an endless array of exciting things to do for every type of person and every age group.

There are several small “magical” towns that surround PV, “Pueblos Magicos”, stated as such for preserving the authentic Mexican culture. These are enchanting destinations to explore, relax, hike, surf, shop and more!

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Working in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta has a vibrant economy. It's estimated that more than 50% of the population works in the tourism industry.

Tourism is the most prominent and visible job market, but the destination also has other sectors that are flourishing. Agriculture is one of them thanks to the fertile lands of the region where banana, mango, avocado, watermelon, beans and corn are grown, among other exports.

A manufacturing and construction industry has emerged in PV as well as e-commerce centers that serve local and international companies.

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Retiring in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is a wonderful city for retirement. You can find any service you may need and its centrally-located international airport makes it easy to fly to any destination in the world, quickly and easily.

The medical care here is first class, and you’ll never tire of meeting familiar faces from all over the world, relaxing on the beach, exploring the natural wonders and enjoying evening events, cultural festivals and the vibrant nightlife. 

Whether you’d like to live and work in Puerto Vallarta, or if you’re already considering retirement, choose PV for your retirement home! You’re sure to enjoy your best life.

If you’ve started looking for a property to live in Puerto Vallarta, get in touch with us today!

At TAO Mexico, we’re specialists in real estate in Puerto Vallarta and we are currently selling condos in “Centro” called Tao Blue Gardens. We also have an upcoming project soon called TAO Marina that will be in the coveted Marina Vallarta.    Our agents will be happy to help you find the ideal condo or apartment for you to start a new life in this beautiful beach destination in Mexico.