Life in Puerto Vallarta during COVID-19
Life is much simpler since moving to Mexico for local expat & video creator Jim Kellett, Living Overseas TV. Overall living expenses have decreased significantly, & with a daily dose of sunshine & vitamin D, Jim is easily able to keep his spirits high during the isolating times of the 2020 Pandemic.
Many restaurants have socially distanced, outdoor seating available, while all restaurants & business establishments have adopted international standards to reduce the spread of the virus.
Scientific studies have found that higher humidity reduces the time that the Coronavirus can stay in the air, making Puerto Vallarta a safer choice for Jim & other expats that have decided to move to Mexico during COVID-19.
Many businesses are struggling right now in Mexico, so it helps that the US dollar goes farther here & locals can afford to eat out every meal while supporting local establishments. Retirees have been moving to Puerto Vallarta for years because of the warm weather & affordable lifestyle.
With lower rates of COVID cases than the US, a less dense population than most cities & most restaurants & activities taking place outside, Jim & other expats feel safer in Puerto Vallarta than they did in their home base USA.
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Current COVID-19 Safety Protocol in Puerto Vallarta
Masks are required in all public places & social distancing is enforced. Public beaches are open & groups are limited to 10 or less, with mask use optional once you are on the beach & distanced from others.
Restaurants & bars have limited capacity, but isn’t much of a problem since tourism is so low right now since the beginning of the pandemic.
“Wearing a mask or not wearing a mask is not a political statement here as it is in the US, but from my observation, most seem to follow the protocol.” - Jim Kellett.
“As of January 26th, 2021, all passengers on international flights bound for the United States will be required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test, PCR or rapid antigen, or written documentation of recovery following a COVID-19 infection. Canada only requires the PCR test.”
Testing requirements for both countries must be within 72 hours prior to departure.
COVID Testing locations and prices in Puerto Vallarta: https://visitpuertovallarta.com/covid-19
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What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta?
From December through April, the average daily high temperature is about 81 degrees, with a low at night hovering around 65 degrees, so not too hot during the day & no air conditioner needed!
Where is Puerto Vallarta?
Puerto Vallarta follows the coast of the Pacific Ocean & shares the same latitude line as Hawaii, making it the best year around weather in the world. Most tourists visit the East coast of Mexico first because they assume that the Caribbean Sea will provide a better ambiance, but once those same people come to Vallarta they realize it’s the only place in Mexico where the tropical ocean is lined with the lush jungle of the Sierra Madre Mountain range.
