Welcome Home to Jewish Life in Puerto Vallarta
Thinking about moving to Puerto Vallarta? You’re not just choosing sunshine and ocean views, you’re choosing community, meaning, and a place where Jewish life is warm, welcoming, and alive.
Puerto Vallarta has quietly become home to a growing Jewish community of families, retirees, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs who were looking for a better quality of life without giving up their Judaism.
Why Puerto Vallarta?
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Beautiful lifestyle – beaches, mountains, walkable neighborhoods, and year‑round warmth
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Safer, calmer pace of life – strong sense of neighborhood and community
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International city – English widely spoken, modern healthcare, reliable infrastructure
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Remote‑work friendly – strong internet, co‑working spaces, flexible living
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Authentic Jewish life – Shabbat, holidays, Torah learning, kosher food, and community support
Jewish Life in Puerto Vallarta
At the heart of Jewish life here is Chabad of Puerto Vallarta, serving locals, seasonal residents, and visitors with warmth and authenticity.
What’s Available:
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Weekly Shabbat dinners & lunches
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Adult Torah classes & learning opportunities
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Family‑friendly programming & kids activities
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Full holiday celebrations (High Holidays, Pesach, Chanukah, Purim & more)
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Kosher Store, stocked with Kosher wine, Frozen meats, chicken, dairy and basic dry goods
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Beautiful and Serene Womens Mikvah
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Jewish Cemetery & Chevra Kadisha
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Personal support, from lifecycle events to everyday Jewish questions
This is a community where people know your name, your kids, and are here to help you through your lifes journey.
Is This a Place to Really Live?
Absolutely. Many families and individuals have made Puerto Vallarta their full‑time home, while others split the year seasonally.
People move here for:
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A slower, healthier lifestyle
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Stronger family connection
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Lower cost of living
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A values‑based Jewish environment without pressure or judgment
Practical Information
Housing
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Wide range of rentals and homes (condos, houses, gated communities)
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Options close to shul and Jewish life
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Short‑term and long‑term rentals available
Healthcare
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Modern private hospitals and clinics
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English‑speaking doctors
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Significantly lower costs than the U.S. & Canada
Getting Here
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Direct flights from many U.S. & Canadian cities
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Easy airport access
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Time zone friendly for remote work
Schools & Kids
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Excellent private and international schools
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Homeschooling and online Jewish education options
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Safe, outdoor‑friendly childhood environment
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there kosher food available?
Yes. Kosher food is available through Chabads Kosher Corner and Kosher Vallarta catering, pop‑up deli events, holiday orders, and costco has a nice selection of kosher cheeses and other imported kosher foods. There a families who keep fully kosher homes.
Is there a minyan?
Shabbat, holidays, and special occasions. During the winter months we have a Monday morning minyan as well, and with time, hopefully more often.
What type of Jewish affiliation is the Puerto Vallarta community?
The community includes Jews from all backgrounds and levels of observance. Everyone is welcomed warmly, without labels.
What about Jewish education for children?
As of now, there is once a week Hebrew School available to Jewish children.
Is Spanish required?
Not at first. English is widely spoken, and many newcomers learn Spanish gradually.
Who This Is Perfect For
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Families seeking a healthier, more values‑driven lifestyle
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Retirees looking for warmth, community, and meaning
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Remote workers and entrepreneurs
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Jews who want real community, not anonymity
Come Visit or Start the Conversation
Many people who now live here started with one Shabbat.
Whether you’re exploring, planning, or already packing, we’d love to connect.
Reach out to learn more, schedule a visit, or ask honest questions.