Travel · Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Warm water, mountains behind the town, and one of the most welcoming queer beach scenes anywhere.
A first guide
General advice for now. Our named picks (gyms, studios, restaurants) arrive after we've been.
Best season: November to April
Where to train
The malecón is made for an early run; the hills behind town are a real workout. Hotel gyms range from good to hopeful.
How to recover
Ocean swims, massages that cost less than at home, and the siesta.
Eating well
Seafood, tacos and fresh fruit; drink bottled water.
What to pack
- Mineral sunscreen
- Running shoes
- A light shirt for dinner
- Rehydration salts