Petit Notes

A Quieter Kind of Night: Art, Dinner, and Connection at Casa Cupula

A thoughtful look at Art & Dine at Casa Cupula, an intimate Puerto Vallarta evening where contemporary Latin American art, elevated dining, and meaningful conversation come together. Through Al...

10 Unique Wedding Gift Ideas That Go Beyond the Registry

The registry is a practical thing. It tells you what the couple needs for their kitchen, their bathroom, their new life together. It is efficient. And yet — most of us, at some point, have stood...

Two Names, One Mission: Petit Joys Joins Forces with The Picnic Company

Some collaborations make sense on paper. This one made sense before we even sat down. The Picnic Company has been doing something quietly extraordinary in Puerto Vallarta since 2017. Marc Maass, o...

The Planner, the Venue, and Peace of Mind; our 2nd conversation with Citlalli González

Choosing the right destination wedding planner, and understanding who does what! Couples planning a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta or Riviera Nayarit often hear different advice from venues...

Planning a Destination Wedding; A conversation with Citlalli González

Planning a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta comes with unique opportunities—and important considerations that couples often overlook. In this in-depth conversation with Citlalli González, an ...

Slow Living, Local Roots, and Sea Turtle Conservation in the Banderas Bay

Every year, thousands of sea turtles return to the Bay of Banderas to nest along its beaches, continuing an ancient cycle of life. This article explores why the region is critical to sea turtle con...

Petit Joys wins Entrée Magazine’s Excellence Award – Celebrating Gifts with Meaning

We’re honored to share that Petit Joys has received an Excellence Award from ENTREE; an international travel magazine that recognizes the world's most unique brands and experiences. This recognitio...

Puerto Vallarta Art Walk: Where Craft, Culture, and Everyday Life Meet

In Puerto Vallarta, art is not something you seek out. It meets you where you are. In small galleries, on quiet streets, and in conversations with the people who make it, creativity is woven into e...

PV Everything Feature- Locally Made Gift Bags Are Replacing Generic Welcome Gifts

Thoughtful, locally made gift bags are changing how guests are welcomed in Puerto Vallarta. This piece explores why hosts, wedding planners, and hospitality professionals are choosing artisan-craft...

Does your shampoo spark joy?

Pick up a typical bottle of shampoo or conditioner at the store, and you’ll notice how watery it feels. That’s because most liquid shampoos are 70–80% water. More water means diluted formulas, pres...