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Carnival Panorama passenger vanishes overboard during return voyage from Mexico
us-news27 days ago

Carnival Panorama passenger vanishes overboard during return voyage from Mexico

A 56-year-old male passenger is missing after going overboard from the Carnival Panorama while it sailed from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to Long Beach, California. The incident occurred on the ship's seventh day, prompting a temporary lockdown and a multi-agency search. While the man has not been publicly identified in initial reports, later coverage identifies him as Thomas Gigler, a father of three. The motive remains unclear, and authorities are continuing the search.

Carnival Panorama halts Mexico return trip after passenger confirmed overboard
travel-and-safety29 days ago

Carnival Panorama halts Mexico return trip after passenger confirmed overboard

A male passenger on the Carnival Panorama jumped overboard during the final leg of a seven-night Mexican Riviera cruise, triggering a shipwide lockdown and search. The vessel, returning from Puerto Vallarta to Long Beach, California, reversed course and reviewed CCTV footage to confirm the incident. While the ship resumed its voyage to Long Beach, authorities from the U.S. and Mexico Coast Guards were notified to continue the rescue effort. The passenger’s identity and the reason for the incident remain undisclosed, though Carnival is providing support to his traveling companions.

Carnival Panorama Halts Search After Male Guest Jumps Overboard En Route to Long Beach
news1 month ago

Carnival Panorama Halts Search After Male Guest Jumps Overboard En Route to Long Beach

A male passenger jumped overboard from the Carnival Panorama while sailing from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to Long Beach, California, on Saturday. The ship reversed course to search the waters but resumed its voyage after failing to locate the guest. Authorities and the cruise line are investigating the incident, with the passenger's identity withheld.

Jax Taylor Cozying Up With Ex's Publicist During Mexican Birthday Getaway
entertainment3 months ago

Jax Taylor Cozying Up With Ex's Publicist During Mexican Birthday Getaway

Former Vanderpump Rules star Jax Taylor was spotted cozying up to Lori Krebs—the publicist who no longer reps his ex Brittany Cartwright—during a birthday and 1.5-year sobriety anniversary trip in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where eyewitnesses say they hugged by a pool and attended a Latin-themed party; Cartwright filed for divorce from Taylor in 2024 and cut ties with Krebs after photos surfaced, with Krebs reportedly deleting her Instagram since the trip.

Crocodile Attack Kills Tourist at Puerto Vallarta Beach as Couple Recounts Desperate Rescue
world3 months ago

Crocodile Attack Kills Tourist at Puerto Vallarta Beach as Couple Recounts Desperate Rescue

A 28-year-old Irving from Mexico City was fatally attacked by a large crocodile at Marina Vallarta Beach in Puerto Vallarta on vacation with friends. A California couple witnessed the incident and tried to rescue him with a kayak, but murky water and the crocodile’s size made the effort deadly; his remains were recovered about 12 hours later. Local warnings about crocodiles were posted near the beach.

Resort town tragedy: 12-foot crocodile kills tourist in Puerto Vallarta
world3 months ago

Resort town tragedy: 12-foot crocodile kills tourist in Puerto Vallarta

A 28-year-old tourist, Irving Mauricio from Mexico City, was mauled to death by a 12-foot crocodile at Marina Vallarta Beach near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa on Friday evening. Authorities captured a large crocodile in the area and recovered Mauricio’s body about 12 hours later, as warnings about crocodile activity in the resort town were reiterated and an investigation into the incident commenced.

OC Couple Describes Attempted Rescue in Puerto Vallarta Crocodile Attack
world3 months ago

OC Couple Describes Attempted Rescue in Puerto Vallarta Crocodile Attack

An Orange County couple said they tried to rescue a 28-year-old Mexico City tourist attacked by a crocodile on a Puerto Vallarta beach. Despite throwing a life preserver and attempting to reach him, authorities say the man died; his body was recovered the next morning and the crocodile suspected in the attack was captured. Officials urge beachgoers to heed wildlife warning signs.

Sheltering in Puerto Vallarta as Cartel Violence Disrupts City
world7 months ago

Sheltering in Puerto Vallarta as Cartel Violence Disrupts City

An American expat and her husband are sheltering in Puerto Vallarta for a three‑month stay as cartel violence leads to road blockades, fires, and intermittent water outages; she monitors events via social media and expat networks, notes disruptions to transit and local businesses, worries about workers missing pay, and emphasizes feeling relatively safe in her building while urging caution against misinformation.

Cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta triggers US warnings and travel chaos
world7 months ago

Cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta triggers US warnings and travel chaos

A deadly raid against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel in Puerto Vallarta sparks gun battles and chaos, as U.S. lawmakers warn Americans of risk, the State Department issues shelter-in-place advisories across Mexican tourist areas, and flight cancellations and visa-vacation disruptions leave travelers and their families scrambling to get home with rescue groups monitoring stranded citizens.

El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence, Stranding Tourists in Puerto Vallarta
world7 months ago

El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence, Stranding Tourists in Puerto Vallarta

The death of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes after a Mexican military operation triggers widespread cartel violence across multiple states, including arson, blockades and clashes; Puerto Vallarta, a US tourist hotspot, experiences fires and a curfew as flights are canceled and travelers are stranded. The US and other governments urge shelter in place while authorities say roadblocks are being cleared; experts warn of possible retaliation and a leadership succession battle within CJNG.

Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Resort Ravaged by Hurricane Lidia's Category 4 Landfall
natural-disasters3 years ago

Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Resort Ravaged by Hurricane Lidia's Category 4 Landfall

Hurricane Lidia made landfall near Mexico's Puerto Vallarta as a Category 4 storm with winds of 140 mph. The storm moved inland, maintaining its strength as a powerful hurricane. Downed trees, power lines, and landslides were reported in Jalisco and Nayarit states. Lidia is expected to bring heavy rain and possible flash flooding to the region. No injuries or deaths have been reported so far.

Hurricane Lidia wreaks havoc on Mexico's Pacific coast and resorts
natural-disasters3 years ago

Hurricane Lidia wreaks havoc on Mexico's Pacific coast and resorts

Hurricane Lidia made landfall near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as a Category 4 storm with winds of 140 mph. It is moving inland as a powerful hurricane, with life-threatening hurricane-force winds expected overnight. The storm is forecasted to bring heavy rains, flash flooding, and potential mudslides. Damaging winds, storm surge, and pounding surf are expected along the coast. No immediate reports of injuries or deaths have been received. Lidia is projected to reach Guadalajara as a Category 1 hurricane.

Mexico Braces for Devastation as Hurricane Lidia Strikes Pacific Coast
natural-disasters3 years ago

Mexico Braces for Devastation as Hurricane Lidia Strikes Pacific Coast

Hurricane Lidia made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Mexico's Pacific coast, threatening Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding region. The storm weakened to a Category 2 hurricane as it moved inland, but still posed a significant risk of life-threatening winds, flooding rainfall, and potential mudslides. The Mexican government issued hurricane and tropical storm warnings for various areas along the Pacific coast. Lidia's impact raised concerns for Puerto Vallarta, a popular tourist destination, which has previously faced issues of violent crime and gang activity.