If you are already thinking about your spring break 2022 vacation, you might be wondering if Puerto Vallarta is a safe destination to travel to. Puerto Vallarta is safe and waiting for you! Ever since the novel coronavirus COVID-19 was announced a global pandemic on March 11th, 2020, by the World Health Organization, Puerto Vallarta has been exceedingly proactive in protecting its citizens and visitors and helping prevent the spread of the virus.
Restaurants, Hotels, shopping centers, spas, gyms, and tour operators continue to strictly follow safety measures and operate with lower capacity.
Is Puerto Vallarta Safe to Travel To?
Puerto Vallarta is a safe destination for all international visitors and the safety of visitors is the destination’s top priority. The State of Jalisco has been prompt to take action and respond to each new pandemic challenge. Organizations throughout Puerto Vallarta have cooperated by implementing the new safety protocols established by the authorities and both locals and tourists have been compliant in practicing social distancing and wearing face masks. Extra measures have been applied including temperature checks and hand sanitizing gel dispensed at all entrances to hotels, restaurants, shops, and businesses as a preventative measure to ensure the safety of everyone.
The state of Jalisco received the “Safe Travels” stamp of approval from the World Travel & Tourism Council in recognition of the strict protocols and safety standards that were introduced, which are still being strictly followed and monitored by local authorities.
The state of Jalisco is currently labeled orange in Mexico’s stoplight system, which measures levels of contagion and indicates corresponding regulations state-by-state. This means that core economic activities are operating normally and public spaces and non-essential businesses are operating with reduced capacity exercising the maximum precautionary measures.
Airports
Puerto Vallarta has invested in rigorous preventative measures, such as installing medical screening filters such as temperature controls in both the Puerto Vallarta airport and bus stations. These indicate if someone has an unusually high temperature, which is one of the prime symptoms of COVID-19.
In addition, all travelers to Mexico must fill out an online health assessment form which generates a QR code that must be shown at check in prior to boarding their outbound flight. They will also be required to show it once they land in Mexico. The form is available here.
Since several countries, including the United States and Canada, have introduced mandatory COVID-19 testing to allow entry and passengers are required to show proof of a negative test result taken no earlier than 72 hours before their inbound flight, the Puerto Vallarta Airport is now offering pre-departure COVID-19 PCR and antigen testing at a discounted rate. For passengers wishing to take the test at the airport, they are advised to arrive at least 4 hours before their scheduled flight.
For Canadians that travel to Mexico, in addition to the pre-arrival molecular COVID test requirement, travelers to Canada must quarantine for 14 nights, and spend the first 3 nights in a Government approved hotel upon arrival and take another COVID-test on day 8 of their quarantine period. Starting on August 9, 2021, those who meet the entry requirements will be considered for exemption from quarantine, hotel stopover, and day-8 testing requirement. The entry requirements include being fully vaccinated and entering your vaccination, quarantine, and travel information using the ArriveCAN mobile app within 72 hours of your inbound flight to Canada.
Hotels
Hotels in Puerto Vallarta have also been working hard to keep resorts safe by adhering to strict sanitization protocols for health and safety, which are monitored by local authorities.
The majority of resorts are offering on-site COVID-19 testing to make testing more accessible and hassle-free.
All TAFER Hotels & Resorts, including Garza Blanca Puerto Vallarta, offer on-site COVID-19 testing, according to government requirements. Testing is available through a certified and approved 3rd party laboratory. Both Antigen and PCR testing is available at a discounted rate for guests staying at any of TAFER’s resorts. The test can be arranged at reception on the day of check-in and must be taken within 72 hours of your scheduled flight.
For any guests who test positive while staying at any of TAFER’s resorts, they will be able to extend their stay with a discounted rate for both all-inclusive and room only reservations. Guests will be required to cover the cost of any incidentals while quarantined in their luxury suite.
At Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa in Puerto Vallarta, our top priority is the health of our guests and staff. We have implemented the following protocols to ensure the safety of everyone:
- Temperature checks upon arrival
- Hand sanitizing dispensers have been placed in key areas
- Social distancing of at least of 6 Feet / 1.8 Meters is encouraged for both guests and staff
- Constant cleaning and disinfection of public areas
- Mandatory use of face masks at all times for staff / recommended for guests in public areas
- Adherence to global health and safety standards and use of hospital grade disinfectant
Bars and Restaurants
Restaurants are open until midnight and are operating with a maximum capacity of 50%
During the month of August 2021, bars and nightclubs will be temporarily closed.
Activities and Excursions
All the tour operators in Puerto Vallarta remain open and continue to follow international safety guidelines to guarantee the safety of guests. These include temperature taking, mandatory face masks for staff, reducing the number of guests that can participate in each tour, promoting healthy social distancing, and extreme cleaning protocols.
Beaches
Public beaches are open. Visitors are recommended to follow the preventative guidelines which include maintaining a healthy distance between groups, wear your face mask when arriving at and leaving the beach, don’t gather in groups of more than 8 people, and regularly sanitize your hands and any objects such as floats, beach balls, and equipment.
Spring Break
Puerto Vallarta will be open to receive visitors looking for a fantastic 2022 Spring Break. The destination has a lot to offer including luxury all-inclusive resorts, beautiful beaches, tropical rainforest, unique eco-tours, incredible gastronomy, happening nightlife, and vibrant culture.
If you would like to book your stay at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa in Puerto Vallarta and have questions about making future reservations, call us toll free at 1 877 845 3791 and talk to a Garza Blanca travel specialist.
