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  Traveling with teenagers can be a challenging task for some parents. Teens don't want to be treated like children, yet they are not adults. Fortunately, all-inclusive resorts are available, and they typically charge one price that includes the guest room, food, drinks and activities. Puerto Vallarta, a resort town located on the Mexican Pacific coast, has many teen-friendly all-inclusive resorts that give teenagers the freedom to explore on their own, offer fun activities and allow parents an opportunity to enjoy the vacation without stress.
  
  

Dreams Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

• Dreams Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa features a private and secluded beach cove along Banderas Bay, three pools and four restaurants. It was recognized by "Conde Nast Traveler" as one of Mexico's Top 20 vacation spots. There are many activities to entertain a teenager, such as rappelling, snorkeling, beach and water volleyball, soccer, yoga, jungle trekking and kite flying. Evening events include theme nights, live shows and movies on the beach.
  
  Dreams Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
  Playa Las Estacas S/N
  Carretera Barra de Navidad Km. 3.5
  Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
  +52 (322) 226 5000
  dreamsresorts.com
  
  

Vallarta Palace

• This all-inclusive resort is situated on the beach and offers guests two pools, four restaurants and a beach snack bar. Daily activities for teens include snorkeling, horseback riding, table games, a gym, volleyball, basketball and tennis. There is an on-site marina, and nightly theme parties at the resort's outdoor amphitheater.
  
  Vallarta Palace
  Paseo De Los Cocoteros 19
  Nuevo Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
  +52 (322) 226 8470
  palaceresorts.com
  
  

Melia Puerto Vallarta

• Melia Puerto Vallarta is located on the beach, has four restaurants and features the area's largest swimming pool. The resort features many teen-friendly activities, including a climbing wall, non-motorized water sports, two tennis courts, a weight room, batting cage, shooting and archery, and zip line. In the evenings, there are live shows, movies, 24-hour food service, and dancing and karaoke in the Lobby bar.
  
  Melia Puerto Vallarta
  Paseo de la Marina Sur 7 Marina Vallarta
  Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
  +52 (322) 226 3000
  melia-puerto-vallarta.com
  
  

Costa Azul Resort

• This resort is north of Puerta Vallarta, just a 30-minute drive away. Travelers go there because of its year-round surf and untouched beaches. Costa Azul has surfing lessons, horseback riding, sea kayaking, snorkeling and jungle river tour, fun activities for adventurous teens. The surrounding town is very safe, and the on-site restaurant features authentic Mexican food for parents who want their teenagers to experience a different culture.
  
  Costa Azul Resort
  KM 118 Highway 200
  Amapas Y Los Palmas
  Nayarit, Jalisco, Mexico
  (800) 365-7613
  costaazul.com