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Puerto Vallarta/Guadalajara first timer — need advice

Started by WanderlustCarl · 1 Mar 2026 · 897 views

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WanderlustCarl member
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1 Mar 2026 at 04:31
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.

Biggest change: Better quality overall.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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LiverpoolLee member
#2
1 Mar 2026 at 06:13
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Liverpool, UK

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ScottishSteve member
#3
1 Mar 2026 at 17:29
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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PortlandPaul member
#4
1 Mar 2026 at 21:40
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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HalifaxHarry member
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2 Mar 2026 at 04:12
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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MidwestMark member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 14:38
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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MapleLeafMike member
#7
3 Mar 2026 at 01:25
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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BangkokVet member
#8
3 Mar 2026 at 02:40
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DCExplorer member
#9
3 Mar 2026 at 04:43
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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MapleLeafMike member
#10
3 Mar 2026 at 13:18
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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PhillyFred member
#11
3 Mar 2026 at 15:12
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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BayAreaBob member
#12
4 Mar 2026 at 00:02
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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LiverpoolLee member
#13
4 Mar 2026 at 01:10
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Liverpool, UK

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FKKNovice member
#14
4 Mar 2026 at 06:21
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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PhillyFred member
#15
4 Mar 2026 at 06:39
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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OttawaOliver member
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4 Mar 2026 at 12:00
How long did it take you to find the good spots?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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CardiffChris member
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4 Mar 2026 at 22:51
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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MelbourneMarc member
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5 Mar 2026 at 08:04
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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OrlandoOscar member
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5 Mar 2026 at 17:15
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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AustinAlex member
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5 Mar 2026 at 19:42
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: More girls working online now.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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