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Adventures · 2 January 2025

Surfing & Whale Watching in Vallarta · A Unique Coastal Adventure

— Catch a wave while humpbacks breach in the distance —

Imagine catching a wave while a humpback whale breaches in the distance. Puerto Vallarta offers this rare and unforgettable combination — surf perfect waves all winter while migrating humpbacks fill Banderas Bay with breaches, songs & tail slaps...

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Food · 2 Mar 2025

Best Food for Surfers in Puerto Vallarta

Eat like a surfer in Mexico's Pacific paradise. Surfing requires energy, strength, and endurance, and PV is the perfect place to fuel up — ceviche, smoothie bowls, fish tacos and more.

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Culture · 1 Mar 2025

Surf Culture & Community in Puerto Vallarta

Discover the vibrant surf scene of Mexico's Pacific Gem. PV is more than just a beautiful beach town — it's home to a passionate community of surfers, locals & expats alike.

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Events · 1 Mar 2025

Surf Events & Competitions in Puerto Vallarta

Experience the thrill of surfing in Mexico's Pacific Paradise. From the Sayulita Surf Classic to the Punta Mita Longboard Festival — here's the full calendar.

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History · 1 Mar 2025

The History of Surfing in Puerto Vallarta

Tracing the roots of surf culture in Mexico's Pacific Gem. From 1960s pioneers to today's thriving year-round surf community — the full backstory.

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Food · 1 Mar 2025

The Best Seafood in Puerto Vallarta

Discover the freshest flavors of the Pacific. From baja-style fish tacos at Mariscos Cisneros to lobster in tamarind sauce at La Palapa — the must-eat list.

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Surf Tips · 28 Feb 2025

Can You Surf in Puerto Vallarta?

🏄 Puerto Vallarta — an unexpected surfing destination. When people think of surfing in Mexico, places like Sayulita or Puerto Escondido often steal the spotlight. But PV holds its own.

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Gear · 28 Feb 2025

Best Surf Clothing in Puerto Vallarta

Dress to ride the waves in style & comfort. With its warm climate and vibrant beach culture, PV is a top destination for surf fashion. Here are the local brands to know.

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Spots · 28 Feb 2025

Best Surf Spots in Mexico

Discover Mexico's most stunning surf destinations. From the powerful Pacific swells of Oaxaca to the warm tropical waters of Nayarit — Mexico is a surfer's dream.

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Spots · 28 Feb 2025

Best Surf Spots in Punta Mita

🏄 Discover the perfect waves in a surfer's paradise. From La Lancha's clean lines to El Faro's challenging walls — every spot, every level.

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Adventures · 2 Jan 2025

Surfing & Whale Watching: A Unique Coastal Adventure

Imagine catching a wave while a humpback whale breaches in the distance. PV is renowned for its stunning beaches, perfect surfing & breathtaking whale watching.

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