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I love to travel, I love language, I currently live in Mexico teaching English as a second language. I love cats.

Hometown
Midwest, U.S.A
Location now
Guadalajara, Mexico
Work published
Poetry.com and in the book of poems they publish
Travel philosophy
Get to the most destinations on the least amount of money.
Craziest place
An all inclusive resort in Cancun that had a topless pool.
Bizarre experience
Driving on the wrong side of the road in Nassau, Bahamas.
Advice
Stay away from the touristy areas to get an authentic feel of the place you're in.
Dream destination
I want to visit every country in the world before I die.
Traveled before
All over Canada, all over the U.S., all over Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Cayman Islands
Going next
Buenos Aires, Barcelona, Tokyo, or Taipei.

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Nightlife Summary
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Nightlife in Zhiuatanejo is definitely available, but don’t expect any huge clubs. The clubs here are small and cater to ......
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When To Go - Zihuatanejo
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
There is no bad time to visit Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa. However, they do have two main tourist seasons: The summer ......
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Getting To and Away From Zihuatanejo
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Getting to Zihuatanejo by BusThe most economic way to get to Zihuatanejo is by bus. There are two regional bus ......
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Destinations

Zihuatanejo
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Located on Mexico’s west coast in the state of Guerrero, nestled into a quiet bay area, Zihuatanejo is a popular ......
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Puerto Escondido
Feb 12, 2007 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Puerto Escondido, whose name translates to hidden port, lies on the pacific coast in Mexico within the state of Oaxaca. ......
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Hotels

Hotel Presedente Intercontinental
Jun 03, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
As one of Ixtapa’s all-inclusive resorts, it holds the guest in the lap of luxury. The beds are luxuriously comfortable ......
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Quinta Camelinas
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This cottage has a variety of suites, apartments and rooms with private or communal kitchens, king, queen and double beds, ......
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Casa Iguana
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Just a two minute walk from Playa La Ropa, Casa Iguana offers nice, well decorated, clean suites with king, queen, ......
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Hotel Posada Colonial
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Decorated in a colonial style as the name suggests, this is a good bet for the lone budget traveler who ......
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Angela's
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
The budget traveler gets quite a bit for their money at this friendly, family-run place. The rooms are clean and ......
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Cabañas Edda
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Although it is close to the highway and not on the beach, Edda’s offers a large place that is ideal ......
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Dan & Carmen's
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Dan and Carmen’s is one of the most popular places to stay in Puerto Escondido. The hotel offers 13 apartment-style ......
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Hotel Mayflower
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This is the place on the Adoquín for the group on a budget. Most of the rooms are dorms with ......
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Beach Hotel Inés
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
The beach hotel is one of the best values for the money on Calle Del Morro, since guests can choose ......
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Hotel Santa Fe
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This upscale hotel, located at Playa Marinero, right at the end of Calle Del Morro, is very popular and well-known. ......
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Suites Villa Sol
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Suites Villa Sol is one of the few resort-like hotels in Puerto Escondido. It is located away from the action, ......
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Casa De Las Iguanas
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
In the spirit of its name, Casa De Las Iguanas has an obvious reptilian theme. Next to the pool and ......
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Punta Esmerelda
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
With many suites available, and a few rooms on the more modest end, Punta Esmeralda is a place of luxury ......
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Hotel Acuario
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
A beautiful place on the beach with a couple of apartment-like suites available with rooftop ocean views for reasonable rates. ......
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Hostal Shalom
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Decorated in a Middle-Eastern theme, this is a great hostel for the budget-conscious backpacker who is staying just a few ......
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Posada De Cortes
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Posada De Cortes is not a good value for the solitary traveler; the hotel's per-person rates are much better for ......
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Hotel Casa Vieja
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This beautiful place on the Adoquín is charming and definitely corresponds well in appearance to its name, “Casa Vieja” (Old ......
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Hotel Las Palmas
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Hotel Las Palmas is one of the less expensive places located on the Adoquín. Its 30 simple rooms are connected ......
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Hotel Vicky
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Catering to retirees and off limits to children, Hotel Vicky is worth investigating for its location. Just a two minute ......
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Las Cabañas Neptuno
Nov 17, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located right on the beach, this is the most economical option for the backpacker or beach bum. You get your ......
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Hotel Zicatela Dorada
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This is a beautiful, upscale hotel across the street from Playa Zicatela. It has over 100 rooms in three stories ......
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Hotel Rockaway
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This hotel has regular rooms and has little cabanas that surround the pool. The rooms are in the mid-range price ......
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Quinta Lilli
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located away from the main tourist drag, this very new hostel is still a well-kept secret among travelers. For luxury ......
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Hotel Papaya Surf
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Across the street from Playa Zicatela, this hotel is a cheap, no-frills place for surfer friends to share a room. ......
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Zipolite Hostal
Nov 07, 2008 - Mexico
A clean but simple place in the Centro Historico district of Oaxaca for backpackers who want bare-bones accommodation for a ......
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Hotel Posada Del Virrey
Nov 07, 2008 - Mexico
Located in Oaxaca's historical downtown, Hotel Posada Del Virrey is only four blocks from the Zocalo and four blocks from ......
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Hotel Hamilton
Oct 18, 2008 - Centro, Guadalajara, Mexico
If you want a clean, cheap hotel, this place is good. You get a bed, a sink, a shower, a ......
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Casa VilaSanta
Oct 17, 2008 - Centro, Guadalajara, Mexico
Located downton, Casa VilaSanta is a place to stay for a few nights or a few months. Share a room ......
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Restaurants

Sunset Grill
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Not just a simple restaurant, the Sunset offers a variety of atmospheres. Diners can sit and view the beach at ......
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La Langosta Loca
Jun 04, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
La Langosta is located at Playa Linda and provides service across the street on the beach. Waiters will approach with ......
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La Casa Maya
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
For authentic, traditional food from Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula at budget prices, check out this place! Enjoy delicious dishes that are ......
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El Sanka Grill
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Conveniently located in downtown Zhiuatanejo on Calle Del Ejido, El Sanka offers a variety of meat and seafood with a ......
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La Gula
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Gourmet food at a very good price is what La Gula is about. Its location, not too far from Playa ......
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La Papa Loca
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This is a favorite of the locals, as their specialty of baked potatoes topped with a large variety of fillings ......
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Restaurant Hotel Rossy
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Because they cater to the beach-goer, Rossy’s is a great place to spend the day on Playa La Ropa. Get ......
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5 x 8 + 1
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
5 x 8 + 1 or Cinco por Ocho más Uno is Zhiuatanejo’s gay and lesbian bar complete with stage ......
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Black Bull
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This is Zhiuatanejo’s “norteño” themed country and rodeo bar. They play a variety of music, but focus on country. Cowboys ......
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Tequila Town
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This is one of the most popular clubs in Zhiuatanejo. It’s got loud, upbeat music, disco lights, two small dance ......
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Restaurant Santa Fe
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located in the Hotel Santa Fe and decorated with the leather chairs that are in keeping with the colonial theme ......
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El Dragon Bar
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located right on Zicatela beach, El Dragon features hammocks, a thatched roof and a full bar. The restaurant is known ......
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La Langosta Loco
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
La Langosta Loca, or “The Crazy Lobster,” is a beautiful restaurant on the bay at Playa Principal. The restaurant offers ......
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Club De Playa Coco's
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Club De Playa Coco's is part of the Posada Best Western Real and, like the hotel, is upscale. The club ......
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La Hostería
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located on Calle De Morro, this is a nice, casual restaurant. La Hostería has one of the greatest varieties of ......
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Los Busos
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Los Busos, or “The Divers,” is a popular seafood restaurant and is often recommended to tourists by the locals who ......
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Restaurant Puerto Angelito
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located on the beach of Puerto Angelito and close to a little shopping area, Restaurant Puerto Angelito is known as ......
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Sativa Restaurante Bar
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
A peaceful lunch spot or a more hopping place for dinner, Sativa comes with a second-story view of the ocean, ......
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La Buena Vida
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This restaurant/coffee shop/lounge/bar combo is a great hangout. Bring a laptop to use the free wireless internet. La Buena Vida ......
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La Flor De Zicatela
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
For easy, cheap, authentic Mexican food at the beach, check out this hole-in-the-wall. It only has about four tables. Because ......
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Restaurant Flor De Maria
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
The Hotel Flor De Maria’s on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is on the budget side, but expect ......
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Restaurant Bar Junto Del Mar
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Junto Del Mar is located on the Adoquín and specializes in seafood. The restaurant offers upscale food and service but ......
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Pozoleria Las Cazuelas “Rosy”
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
In the downtown area, away from the tourist section, this little hole-in-the-wall is very popular with the locals. The pozoleria ......
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Los Crotos
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located on the Adoquín, with an excellent view of the Playa Principal, this restaurant specializes in meat and seafood, but ......
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Los Vaqueros
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located on Boulevard Benito Juárez, Los Vaqueros (The Cowboys) has a ranch theme . Saddles hang on the walls; the ......
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Trattoria Bar Vasco Escondido
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This is a tiny little Italian café located across the street from Playa Zicatela and next door to the Hotel ......
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Restaurante Bar Elizabeth
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Located right on Playa Zicatela, Bar Elizabeth is a great little spot for breakfast. At lunch or dinner you can ......
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Los Tios Restaurant and Bar
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This quaint beach side place specializes in burgers, salads and seafood. There are a couple of couches by a TV ......
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Carmen's Cafecito
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Come in when its time for a break from the beach, sit right down, and have a relaxing lunch in ......
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Restaurant Morelos
Nov 07, 2008 - Oaxaca, Mexico
This small family run place specializes in “comida corrida”, a fixed-price three-course lunch, but also has a menu with a ......
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El Importador
Nov 07, 2008 - Oaxaca, Mexico
The large terrace in the least busy corner of the zocalo is a good place to observe the shoe-polisher stalls, ......
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Los Remedios
Oct 16, 2008 - Zapopan, Guadalajara, Mexico
A traditional Mexican cantina, Los Remedios has a fun and exciting atmosphere with Mariachi bands on one side and a ......
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Activities

Big Game Sport Fishing
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Fishing is a very popular activity in Zihuatanejo as well as one of the biggest industries. There are many sport ......
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Horseback Riding and Birdwatching
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
The best way to get in touch with nature in Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa is to go through the tour operators. ......
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Water Activities
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Water activities are plentiful in Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa. The most popular places for snorkeling are Playa Las Gatas and Isla ......
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Bicycling
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
For those that love to exercise, there are places in both Zhiuatanejo and Ixtapa where bicycles can be rented such ......
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Shopping
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Unlike Ixtapa, downtown Zhiuatanejo is filled with shops that sell anything and everything the tourist might want as well as ......
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Magic World
Jun 04, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
When the kids are tired of the beach or the hotel doesn’t have a pool, this aquatic amusement park is ......
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Tennis and Golf
Jun 04, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
Ixtapa is the place to go for tennis and golf. There are two main golf courses in the resort area, ......
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Museo Arqueologico de la Costa Grande
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Located at one end of Zhiuatanejo’s Playa Principal next to the canal, this museum is dedicated to the history and ......
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Playa Del Palmar
Jun 03, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
This beautiful white sand beach is lined with all of the area’s big resorts. Resort-goers are plentiful, and the chairs ......
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Isla Ixtapa
Jun 03, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
The beach at Isla Ixtapa is Ixapa’s version of Playa Las Gatas in Zihuatanejo. It is very popular and filled ......
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Playa La Madera
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Playa La Madera is a very quiet beach that is mostly used by the beachside hotels. It is not set ......
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Playa Principal / Playa Municipal
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This beach is the main beach right in front of the downtown area, and it is referred to by either ......
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Playa Las Gatas
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Based on the crowds, this is easily Zihuatanejo’s most popular beach both in and out of tourist season. Water taxis ......
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Playa Linda
Jun 03, 2009 - Ixtapa, Mexico
This beach in Ixtapa is frequented by the locals. Busses go back and forth all day for about sixty cents. ......
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Playa La Ropa
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This is the beach in the Zihuatanejo bay area most recommended for swimming. The waves are gentle, the beach is ......
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Surfing in Puerto Escondido
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Puerto Escondido was known for surfing long before it became a vacation paradise. One of the local beaches, Playa Zicatela, ......
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Turtle, Whale, and Dolphin Spotting in Puerto Escondido
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Whether you're an animal or ocean lover or just enjoy the thought of getting out on the water on a beautiful ......
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Scuba Diving in Puerto Escondido
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
If you've never gone scuba diving before and want to learn, or if you're an experienced diver with an itch ......
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Fishing in Puerto Escondido
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Puerto Escondido was once a small fishing village and ties to the ocean remain strong in the area. While in ......
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Laguna Manialtepec
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
A nature lover’s paradise is just a short drive away (10 miles west along Highway 200) from Puerto Escondido proper. ......
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Mercado Benito Juárez
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
If you want a local shopping and dining experience rolled into one, try Mercado Benito Juárez (a block from the Zócalo). ......
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The Zócalo
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
The Zócalo is a large plaza near the main cathedral in Puerto Escondido. The plaza is the place to go ......
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Puerto Escondido Nightlife
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
There is not a lot of nightlife in Puerto Escondido, especially during the off season. Don’t expect to find many ......
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Puerto Escondido Shopping
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
The best shopping areas are on the Adoquín and at Playa Zicatela on Calle Del Morro. There are also a ......
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Beaches Summary
Nov 18, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
There are seven different beaches in Puerto Escondido, each with its own style and flair. Instead of choosing a beach ......
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Playa Bachoco
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This beach is away from civilization on the outskirts of town and off the beaten path. Walk farther and farther ......
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Playa Manzanillo
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
It is possible to walk to this beach from Puerto Angelito, but it is over a lot of rocks, and ......
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Playa Angelito
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This is definitely the kiddie beach of Puerto Escondido. Lots of locals bring their families here, and you can see ......
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Playa Principal
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Dive down 30 meters and see the San Andreas Fault, which is right in front of this beach. This is ......
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Playa Carrizalillo
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This quiet, secluded beach is in a lagoon and the waters here are quite calm. This is a place to ......
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Playa Marinero
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This beach is between Playa Zicatela and Playa Principal. It is a good swimming beach, and a good place to ......
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Playa Zicatela
Nov 14, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
This is the surfing beach. New and experienced surfers alike come here to test the waves. The waters are pretty ......
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Jardin Etnobotanico de Oaxaca
Nov 07, 2008 - Oaxaca, Mexico
Moving a massive 1000 year old cactus includes putting a newsprint ball on every single spike. This Biznaga as it ......
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Casa Crespo Cooking Classes
Nov 07, 2008 - Oaxaca, Mexico
Food lovers and cooking enthusiasts of all experience levels will enjoy this opportunity to learn how to bring the culture ......
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Tours

Anfibios Surf & Skate
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Anfibios Surf & Skate offer surf tours and surf lessonsas well as also rent, repair and sell boards. They take ......
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Mero Ocean Adventure
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
For tours in and on the water, check this place out. They offer SCUBA, snorkeling, kayaking, dolphin adventures and boat ......
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Adventours
Jun 04, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
This is Zihuatanejo’s center of ecological tourism for the nature lover. Their tours will fill the sightseer’s day with bicycling, ......
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Schools

Maress Spanish School
Dec 03, 2008 - Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Maress Spanish School offers very small classes and courses for all levels, including conversation workshops. Instructors are very personable and ......
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Services

Services Overview
Jun 03, 2009 - Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Money: There are plenty of banks along Juárez in Zihuatanejo such as Banorte, Bancomer, and Santander. They all have cash ......
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Football (fútbol) has been particularly important to the entire country of Mexico, significantly more so than any other sport. Going ......
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