What makes Puerto Vallarta so special? Actually, it’s a stunning combination of many things: the scenic location, tucked up against the mountains where luscious jungles, rivers and cascades meet the deep, rich, blue waters of the huge Banderas Bay, its beaches, and the Pacific Ocean; sights and activities, such as the famous “Malecon” with spectacular ocean views, sculptures, and local Huichol art; plus the neoclassic Parrish of Our Lady of Guadalupe, which can be seen from the cobblestone streets throughout the town center; and other sites like the Botanical Gardens, Los Arcos, and a multitude of water activities.
Or perhaps it’s the romantic history, such as the filming of “The Night of the Iguana” in 1963, shot in and around Puerto Vallarta and welcoming Richard Burton, Ava Gardner, Deborah Kerr, Tennessee Williams, and Elizabeth Taylor. The off-screen antics of Burton and Taylor were reported in the tabloids, and after filming was completed, the two bought a house in Puerto Vallarta and visited the city on a regular basis. Director John Huston built a home in the area and his children, Anjelica and Danny, are founders and supporters of the annual Puerto Vallarta Film Festival. The “Predator,” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, was also filmed here in 1987 with the many jungle scenes shot in the hills behind Mismaloya Beach.
But what sets Puerto Vallarta apart from most resorts is the fact that it is and has been for centuries a real working city and active port. Spanish missionaries documented skirmishes between the Spanish conquistadors and the local peoples dating back to 1524, when there was a large battle between Hernan Cortes and 10,000 to 20,000 indigenous warriors that resulted in the Spanish and Cortés taking control of much of the region. The area also appears on maps and in sailing logs as a bay of refuge for the Spanish Galleons during their trade with the Philippines and other Pacific destinations as well as for other coastal seafarers. It also figured in some accounts of pirate operations and smuggling, avoiding taxes that would have had to be paid in the official, nearby port of San Blas.
A beautiful backdrop with blue skies and seas, a rich history, wonderful restaurants and nighttime entertainment, myriad activities, plus a level of authenticity, charm, and welcoming local spirit sets Puerto Vallarta above the rest. The weather is extremely sunny and dry from November through May, while the rainy season, with higher temperatures and mostly afternoon showers, stretches from June on into October. Accommodations on the beaches and close to the sites as well as villas on the mountain slopes abound, making “Vallarta” the optimum paradise in which to live and learn Spanish!
Handpicked for you, our instructors are among the most professional and experienced in the field. Private lessons take place daily—one-on-one, two hours per day—in the location of your choice. We don’t use classrooms! Your personal instructor focuses on conversation, introducing grammar only as needed for natural communication.
Enjoy two hours per day of guided cultural activities: unique walking tours, site visits, and tastings—all led by your instructor. No English-speaking groups! Learn while on the move, practicing conversation for one week, a month, or longer—you decide. Experience authentic interaction as you practice with your local neighbors.
Choose from our carefully selected four- and five-star boutique hotels, or luxury houses and apartments in prime locations—or select your own lodging. Either way, your Language & Luxury Tour promises an unforgettable cultural experience.
Your private chauffeur awaits! We arrange transfers to and from the local international airport, with optional VIP expedite service for arrival, departure, or tight connections.
Your Language & Luxury Tour is fully managed from the moment you inquire until the moment you return home. We coordinate every step—your consultations, your instructor match, your private lessons, cultural activities, schedules, and optional excursions—so your experience flows smoothly and effortlessly.
Explore on your own—or enjoy half-day and full-day exclusive experiences tailored to your interests! Choose from private wine excursions, cooking classes, food tours, truffle hunting, pasta making, or tapas walks—each designed to deepen your cultural connection. You can also enrich your week with wellness sessions, artist-led workshops, golf outings, or family ancestry explorations.
My immersion program in Puerto Vallarta with Language & Luxury was outstanding. Just as I had been told, every element of the experience was focused on quickly improving my spoken Spanish, a customized immersion experience without classrooms or tour buses. My beautiful condo on Los Muertos beach was perfect for exploring as well as relaxing. The private tutor, Jovanny, was so amazing, and he became a friend I will always remember. Jovanny guided me on my cultural activities where we continued to practice the Spanish language. I wish I had more time. I was very impressed by how much my Spanish improved in the 2 weeks I was there. I continue to learn this beautiful language and hope to visit one of Language & luxury destinations in the future. Many thanks to Richard, Christina, and of course my tutor Jovanny.
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Every Language & Luxury™ experience is a hand-tailored private journey to learn a foreign language, with a Personal Language Instructor, one on one, in some of the world’s most beautiful cities and towns. If you ever have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
No classrooms. No groups. No strangers.
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