Best of Vallarta on Instagram – Summer Edition

While summer vacation in the United States may extend until the beginning of September for some students, Mexico’s equivalent came to an end this past Sunday. Weeks of leisure, fun and relaxation at Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit beaches are now behind us, and, as the academic year starts and people return to their normal daily activities, thousands of amazing moments are being collected at the online galleries of Instagrammers who visited our destination.

Again, we took it upon ourselves to curate some of the best photos on Instagram captured during the past few weeks, showing how Banderas Bay is a great place to spend the season all year around.

Feel free to comment below which one is your favorite and/or attach your personal photos if you want to share your vacation with us!

1. The coolest and most fun way to soak up the sun in the pool.

⛱ #canonmexicana #canon_photos #canonphotography #mexico #beachlife #vsco #vscocam

Una foto publicada por @evelynsesca el 19 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 5:45 PDT

2. Feeling the breeze at Los Arcos de Mismaloya before snorkelling.

¡Por fin vacaciones!

Una foto publicada por Mariana Gándara (@marianagandaraa) el 21 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 10:03 PDT

3. Sayulita, Riviera Nayarit’s capital of surf, lived up to its name this summer.

¡¡Chicas al agua!! ???? #vamosasurfear #elanncla #swimsuit #swimwear #handmade #bikinilife #hechoenmexico #piezaunica #surfbikini #sayulita #surfergirl #beachlife #sup #surf #bikini

Una foto publicada por elannclasayulita (@elannclasayulita) el 22 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 4:23 PDT

4. The beach looks alive even when people are swimming in the sea!

⛱ #canonmexicana #canon_photos #canonphotography #mexico #beachlife #vsco #vscocam

Una foto publicada por @evelynsesca el 19 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 5:45 PDT

5. Summertime treats to beat the heat.

Fruity yoghurt pop at Los Muertos Beach, Puerto Vallarta ❤️

Una foto publicada por Sabores Helados (@sabores_helados) el 30 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 12:46 PDT

6. All you need is ice cream… and a stay at the stunning W Hotel.

All You Need is Ice Cream? Summer Time treats at the beautiful @wpuntademita ??

Una foto publicada por Chantal Tru (@chantaltru) el 18 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 2:22 PDT

7. Mexican folk dances enhances the entertainment scene of the season.

The flip of a skirt reveals a colorful bouquet of flowers. #dance #mexico #puertovallarta #LovePV #AmoPV #visitmex #liveittobelieveit #visitmexico #mextagram #mexicolindo #travel #wanderlust

Una foto publicada por @farflungtravels el 16 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 6:55 PDT

8. The light of dusk creates a special atmosphere at the Malecon.

#PuertoVallarta #Sunset
#Nikon #NikonTop #NikonPhotography #NikonUSA #NikonLove #NikonNoFilter #MochilerosMX #Travel #Viajeros #Mochilero #mochilerostv
#MexiColors #Mexico #visitmexico
#mexicolindo #mexico_maravilloso #ig_mexico #instamexicanos #BeginnersMX #PasionxMexico #Mexigers #TheImaged #LovePV #AmoPV

Una foto publicada por Daniel Curiel (@danielcuriel) el 10 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 5:45 PDT

9. The beaches and landscapes of the bay feature a wide range of green hues.

Esto es colomitos!!! ???? #visitpuertovallarta #viajemostodospormexico #freshviewpv #puertovallarta #colomitos #paradise #beach #beachlife #travel #travelgram #trippy #trip #beautiful #stunning #gopro #nature #mexicolors #vive_mexico #mexicoandando #lovelife #happy #lovenature #pasionxmexico #ig_mexico_ #lovepv #amopv

Una foto publicada por Tania Barrero (@tania_ra_ra_ra) el 22 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 2:00 PDT

10. Summertime fun with friends at San Trópico Boutique Hotel 

Saturday vibes ? #fun #pooltime #travel #travelblogger #vacation #liveinthemoment #sun #blue

Una foto publicada por Hotel San Trópico (@hotelsantropico) el 20 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 9:38 PDT

11. Horseback riding at the beach after a long day strolling around Puerto Vallarta’s El Centro neighborhood.

I love horseback riding at the beach, there’s nothing like going fast with the wind blowing in my hair and water splashing ??? Travel Tip: You always have room to bargain the price you’re told on the beach, be it a horse back riding session, a shirt or a coconut. Be nice and don’t have a kid next to you screaming they want to do it super badly. Show you’re interested only if it’s at a reasonable price otherwise you’ll sepnd well over an extra $100 for your horse. It always helps of you know how to speak their language too! • • • • • #exploremexico #puertovallarta #mexico #sunset #resort #vacaciones #holiday #familyvacation #viaje #viagem #voyage #traveltips #voyageuse #traveldiaries #auboutdumonde #relax #beach #praia #playa #plage #oceano #oceanview #oceanfront #instasky #clouds #horses #momentsinthesun #wild #traveltips #beachlife

Una foto publicada por @travel_tip_ el 22 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 10:33 PDT

12. Nightlife lovers enjoying the summer beats.

¡La mejor fiesta de Puerto Vallarta! #lasantavallarta #saturdaynight #party #getready

Una foto publicada por La Santa (@lasantavallarta) el 13 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 5:06 PDT

13. There’s no better season of the year for extreme sports and activities in contact with nature.

waterfall rappelling with this pro ?

Una foto publicada por Sam Song (@the_samsong) el 21 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 12:15 PDT

14. What could be nicer than eating seafood tacos and drinking cocktails at the beach?

En la “Chevicheria” con el mejor team de viaje! ? | #MYPlovesPuntaMita #ExperienciasPremier

Una foto publicada por My Philosophie (@sofialascurain) el 14 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 12:53 PDT

15. Definitely, some kind of paradise…

Infinity blue #puertovallarta #mexico #vacation

Una foto publicada por SL (@sereyyy) el 21 de Ago de 2016 a la(s) 4:16 PDT

If you would like to be featured in our ongoing selections, be sure to include hashtags #VallartaLifestyles and #LovePV, or tag us @VallartaLifestyles in your Instagram posts.