Update regarding Feb. 22, 2026 developments in the Puerto Vallarta area

Published: Feb. 25, 2026

To our followers, partners, collaborators, and community: thank you for your messages of care during the uncertainty our region experienced over the past few days. We are relieved to share that our staff, partners, and extended network are safe, and we have deeply felt your continued support.

After reviewing official guidance, we are moving forward with regular operations at this time. The state of Jalisco has lifted the “Code Red” security alert, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico have lifted the shelter-in-place advisory for U.S. citizens, and Canadian airlines have resumed flights in and out of Puerto Vallarta. We will continue to monitor developments closely.

We encourage travelers to review official guidance relevant to their departure location and destination and to make informed decisions based on their individual circumstances.

We also want to acknowledge something deeper:

Serenity is a form of resistance

Serenity is not denial. It is not minimizing violence. It is a deliberate refusal to let fear dictate every action.

For some, serenity looks like gathering necessary evidence and continuing travel plans. For others, serenity looks like stepping back, canceling a trip, and honoring what feels right for their families and friends.

Both are valid.

The violence our communities experienced should not be normalized or minimized. We are grateful to all of our travelers — those who chose to pause and those who have helped sell out upcoming tour dates.

To everyone who continues to root for our mission — here, abroad, and from anywhere — thank you. It is during difficult times that we are reminded of the power of community, care, and love.

If you’re wondering how to help (from abroad or locally)

Moments like these shape narratives and how we respond matters. This is why, before sharing information about Sunday’s events, we invite you to pause and consider:

Avoid oversimplification.
Cartel violence does not exist in isolation. It is connected to complex global systems — corruption, poverty, economic inequality, drug demand, arms trafficking, and migration dynamics. Reducing events to a headline strips away context and humanity.

Protect people, not panic.
Safety is always the priority. Once authorities indicate it is safe within reason, continuing to amplify unverified information can unintentionally harm the communities we care about. Small businesses suffer. Workers lose income. Stereotypes harden.

Serenity is not denial — it is discernment.
Criminal organizations seek to create fear and disruption. Choosing calm, informed judgment — when supported by credible information — is one way communities resist being defined by violence.

Follow trusted sources. Share responsibly.
Seek reporting with geographic nuance and credible sourcing. If you are not confident something is verified, do not repost it. Responsible sharing is a form of solidarity.

Support locally, when safe to do so.
Travel, dine, and engage with locally owned businesses and community-based initiatives. Economic continuity is often one of the most meaningful ways to stand with a region.

We believe responsible travel begins long before departure; it begins with how we choose to understand and speak about a place. Thank you to all of our supporters for helping us continue moving our mission forward.