Puerto VallartaProposals

Journal

Notes from inside the bay.

Behind-the-scenes from real proposals, planning guides, hidden corners of Puerto Vallarta — written by Olivia.

The best places to propose in Puerto Vallarta

Locations · 8 min read

The best places to propose in Puerto Vallarta

From a hidden boat-in beach to a 1605 mountain plaza — a planner's honest shortlist of where to ask, and which spot suits which couple.

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How to plan a destination proposal (without ruining the surprise)

Planning · 12 min read

How to plan a destination proposal (without ruining the surprise)

A step-by-step guide to planning a marriage proposal abroad — timelines, who to tell, how to fly with the ring, and how to keep your partner from suspecting a thing.

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A planner's guide to Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone

City Guide · 10 min read

A planner's guide to Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone

Where to eat, where to stay, where to walk, and the hidden courtyards I use for the most intimate proposals in old Vallarta.

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Proposal mistakes to avoid (from someone who's seen them all)

Advice · 7 min read

Proposal mistakes to avoid (from someone who's seen them all)

Twelve years inside Puerto Vallarta hotels and one focused on proposals: the recurring mistakes I see — and the simple fixes that save the moment.

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