SeaVee Posted August 6, 2011 Author #26 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Here's a link to a Puerto Vallarta web cam. The camera is usually (though not always) focused on the Malecon. You can see the construction progress in "real-time." Sometimes it shows an "up-close" view...other times a "distant view," and occasionally it is focused on something else entirely, so you'll want to check back periodically. The picture refreshes about every 10 seconds. http://www.puertovallarta.net/interactive/webcam/large-webcam.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted August 10, 2011 #27 Share Posted August 10, 2011 The narrative is in Spanish, but the video shows the extent of the demolition. They say the reconstruction is expected to be completed in 4 months. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTQot1VIkkw&feature=related It will take at least 4 months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVee Posted August 11, 2011 Author #28 Share Posted August 11, 2011 Here is a link to another article showing the construction progress, with some new photos. Looks like the Malecon project is coming along... http://www.banderasnews.com/1108/nb-maleconprogress.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladygogo1 Posted August 15, 2011 #29 Share Posted August 15, 2011 It will be finished in October for the Pan American games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hei1980 Posted August 20, 2011 #30 Share Posted August 20, 2011 We will be staying at the Westin; my question is this. DH is disabled and travels with an electric scooter, can he ride his scooter to the Malecon from the Westin? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quincytoo Posted August 21, 2011 #31 Share Posted August 21, 2011 We will be staying at the Westin; my question is this. DH is disabled and travels with an electric scooter, can he ride his scooter to the Malecon from the Westin? Thanks. I couldn't imagine using a scooter on any of the streets in PV. From the Westin not a chance. At best I could see hiring a taxi van that can load the scooter into the van and taxi to the Malecon then ride it on the ocean side? But even then I am shuddering.:eek: I just asked MR.QT and he responded with a flat out, "NO WAY" That said, if it works out well with Dh's scooter please let us know :) The streets of PV are not scooter friendly and here is a map from JR's website showing where the Malecon is, it is a ways away from the Malecon. http://vallartainfo.com/marina.html From what my friends who live in PV the reconstructions is coming along nicely, certainly when we were there in May I was shocked by how much work had been done. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hei1980 Posted August 21, 2011 #32 Share Posted August 21, 2011 I couldn't imagine using a scooter on any of the streets in PV. From the Westin not a chance. At best I could see hiring a taxi van that can load the scooter into the van and taxi to the Malecon then ride it on the ocean side? But even then I am shuddering.:eek: I just asked MR.QT and he responded with a flat out, "NO WAY" That said, if it works out well with Dh's scooter please let us know :) The streets of PV are not scooter friendly and here is a map from JR's website showing where the Malecon is, it is a ways away from the Malecon. http://vallartainfo.com/marina.html From what my friends who live in PV the reconstructions is coming along nicely, certainly when we were there in May I was shocked by how much work had been done. :) Thank you so much, love the maps and the advice! We will be leaving the scooter at the hotel and cab it for a short tour. Being disable takes your freedom away but most of his life he was like a bird. Again, thanks, we will be there come 03/12/12. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quincytoo Posted August 21, 2011 #33 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Thank you so much, love the maps and the advice!We will be leaving the scooter at the hotel and cab it for a short tour. Being disable takes your freedom away but most of his life he was like a bird. Again, thanks, we will be there come 03/12/12. You are so welcome :) Before the Malecon closed for construction there were places that one could sit on the ocean side of it. I certainly think they will have them back up so your husband could be able to rest periodically. At the south end across the street there is a lovely little plaza that would make for some great people watching. There is a Starbucks close to there to provide refreshment. Again another of Jr's maps..... http://vallartainfo.com/downtown.html Have a great time in a lovely city :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hei1980 Posted August 21, 2011 #34 Share Posted August 21, 2011 You are so welcome :) Before the Malecon closed for construction there were places that one could sit on the ocean side of it. I certainly think they will have them back up so your husband could be able to rest periodically. At the south end across the street there is a lovely little plaza that would make for some great people watching. There is a Starbucks close to there to provide refreshment. Again another of Jr's maps..... http://vallartainfo.com/downtown.html Have a great time in a lovely city :) For the last 75 minutes I have been reading all that the website had to offer. It is priceless, not only a well of information but written with humor. Hate to wish my life away but can hardly wait for March 2012 for our visit to Puerto Vallarta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVee Posted September 5, 2011 Author #35 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Here are a couple of humorous YouTube videos of how one Malecon store owner is dealing with the construction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted September 10, 2011 #36 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Here are a couple of humorous YouTube videos of how one Malecon store owner is dealing with the construction. Too funny! not sure what she was saying but looks like she was making the best of it!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVee Posted September 17, 2011 Author #37 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Here's another glimpse of the progress... it looks like it's coming along! http://www.banderasnews.com/1109/nb-maleconworksuspended.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYcruiserNY Posted September 18, 2011 #38 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Here's another glimpse of the progress... it looks like it's coming along! http://www.banderasnews.com/1109/nb-maleconworksuspended.htm I can't wait to see it!! Thanks for the Article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVee Posted September 30, 2011 Author #39 Share Posted September 30, 2011 Check out this YouTube video of the "new" Malecon. It is in Spanish, but really shows some good footage of the almost-completed work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ine Posted September 30, 2011 #40 Share Posted September 30, 2011 The latest report is that the Malecon will be reopened on October 16. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted October 1, 2011 #41 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Thanks for posting the you tube video link. I wish I was there right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzhappy Posted November 11, 2011 #42 Share Posted November 11, 2011 any updates to the construction? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ine Posted November 11, 2011 #43 Share Posted November 11, 2011 Today at 5pm is the official opening of the new Malecon. http://www.banderasnews.com/1111/nb-maleconactivities.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted November 12, 2011 #44 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Today at 5pm is the official opening of the new Malecon.http://www.banderasnews.com/1111/nb-maleconactivities.htm Aaah, I can't believe it will be over a year before I get to see it. It looks so nice!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobiemom Posted November 12, 2011 #45 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Today at 5pm is the official opening of the new Malecon.http://www.banderasnews.com/1111/nb-maleconactivities.htm Can't wait to see this next month. ;) Thank you for the link! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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