While there was much hoopla regarding the current remodeling of Puerto Vallarta’s Malecón, little attention was paid to the effect it will have on business in the long term.
The project will focus on widening the pedestrian sidewalks, replacing the concrete surface with natural stone, improved lighting, and the repairs to the retaining wall, which was deemed unsafe by the Civil Protection agency in a report issued earlier this year. The $50 million peso project is scheduled for completion by September 15, 2011.
City Hall and the tourism board are confident the new Malecón will receive the same widespread support the renovations along the Basilido Badillo have received.
Officials are enthusiastic recent investment in the city’s infrastructure can only be good for the city.
They cite the new pier at Los Muertos Beach, the walking bridge joining at Gringo Gulch to the island at the River Cuale and the demolition of the once popular Cinema Luz Maria at the entrance to the city core.
The Puerto Vallarta restaurant and bar sector is a resilient one; those along the Malecón have had to endure worse things than a makeover, including Hurricane Kenna.
While the new Malecón promises new opportunities for businesses located along the length of the boardwalk, you can do your bit to support the Puerto Vallarta restaurant and bar association by visiting the establishments located there.
Many of the restaurants are offering special promotions or menus to visitors while the work is being carried out.
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