New front cover has eye-catching full-bleed images with key selling points on the front New back cover is fully-redesigned “Best of” Lists will visually engage the reader and provide an overview of the entire destination (best things to eat, see, do, drink, as well as what to read and watch before going) Visually focused with more color and images including more full and half-page images throughout and color-coded category icons Other useful features including Great Itineraries, Walking Tours, Calendar of Events, Weddings and Honeymoons, Puerto Vallarta with Kids “Travel Smart” (logistical planning tips section) now at the front of the book and redesigned to be more infographic in feel Stronger Voice and Opinions give all Fodor's guides more personality. Books are more friendly and conversational in tone, going beyond informational to being inspirational

TOURISM TRENDS:

2019 marks the commencement of the expansion of Gustavo Díaz Ordaz airport. New airlines are to provide routes between North American cities and Puerto Vallarta. Riviera Nayarit is gaining attention as its own distinct destination, and our expanded coverage of this region will reflect that. Preliminary reports from the Ministry of Tourism's Datatur system indicate that in 2018 hotel occupation was 71.86 percent, with 12,864 registered rooms, a significant increase from 2017 (www.banderasnews.com) Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico reports having received 4,760,000 air passengers at the end of the year, 66% international and 34% national in 53 routes (41 from abroad and 12 domestic). (www.banderasnews.com)

CURATED AND RELEVANT:

Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points.

CONCISE:

Shortened reviews presented with brevity and focus.

Please see additional key selling points in the book’s main description.