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A little about Playa Zipolite, The Beach of the Dead . . .

Playa Zipolite, Oaxaca, Southern Mexico, on the Pacific Ocean. A little bit about my favorite little get-away on this small world of ours.

Zipolite, a sweaty 30-minute walk west from Puerto Angel, brings you to Playa Zipolite and another world. The feeling here is 1970's - Led Zep, Marley, and scruffy gringos.

A long, long time ago, Zipolite beach was usually visited by the Zapotecans...who made it a magical place. They came to visit Zipolite to meditate, or just to rest.

Recently, this beach has begun to receive day-trippers from Puerto Angel and Puerto Escondido, giving it a more TOURISTY feel than before.

Most people come here for the novelty of the nude beach, yoga, turtles, seafood, surf, meditation, vegetarians, discos, party, to get burnt by the sun, or to see how long they can stretch their skinny budget.

I post WWW Oaxaca, Mexico, Zipolite and areas nearby information. Also general budget, backpacker, surfer, off the beaten path, Mexico and beyond, information.

REMEMBER: Everyone is welcome at Zipolite.

ivan

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

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Breakfast to help Piña Palmera after hurricane By Tony Richards on July 21, 2012



Breakfast to help Piña Palmera after hurricane

pinapalmera 300x225 Breakfast to help Piña Palmera after hurricane
Repairing the damage caused by Hurricane Carlotta
More than one month later and Piña Palmera is still recovering from the effects of Hurricane Carlotta. The centre for rehabilitation and support for people with disabilities — physical, mental and of mobility — is located near Pochutla in an area that was hit hard by the hurricane on June 15
For that reason, supporters of Piña Palmera in Puerto Escondido have organized an event for Sunday, July 29 at the Hotel Arcoiris, on Playa Zicatela. The event will include breakfast (the hotel is well known for its “breakfasts for a cause” which have sought support for Piña Palmera en recent years) with entertainment and more, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Representatives of Piña Palmera have estimated that it will take 12 to 15 weeks of intense work by at least 13 people to repair the damage of the hurricane. Ten of those would be in charge of rebuilding the roofs and clearing up the surrounding vegetation, while the other three would take on repairs to the rainwater catchment system.




Although the centre will receive some government funds, it is felt they won’t be sufficient. As well, the government support will provide them with laminate roofing, a product that the centre believes is unsuitable in the region due to its fragility and susceptibility to oxidation because of the humidity. It is also a product that transmits a lot of heat. The existing — and damaged — roofs of Piña Palmera are palapa, but the price of the palms has risen due to heavy demand brought on by the effects of the hurricane.
The centre has issued an urgent call for help from local communities, foundations and other funding sources for either financial support or the donation of materials.
“For Piña Palmera, the rapid reconstruction of its facilities will permit a return in as short a time as possible to its work in rehabilitation . . . . “ The centre works with about 500 people with disabilities.
The event on Sunday the 29th will include a breakfast buffet, awareness-raising videos, artesans, free admission to the hotel pool and live music by María Jimena. The cost of admission is $200; $150 for children.

Puerto Escondido, Mexico

The view from my hut. This place is ridiculously amazing.
I've had more fun in the last three days than I've had all year lol

I'll see you guys again on the 30th!!

Miller Family Surf Trip to Salina Cruz


Miller Family Surf Trip to Salina Cruz

The Miller Family recently took a trip to Salina Cruz with WaterWays and scored fun surf along the Mexican coastline.  The Salina Cruz region of Mexico is comprised of flawless right points, stacked back-to-back with picturesque beaches.  Each of these sand-bottomed points has its own characteristics and the Miller Family took full advantage of the unique characteristics (perfect barrels) the breaks had to offer.
This region has a point break to suit every style of surfer in your family, from the tube enthusiast to aerialist and even dad on the longboard.
Book your family trip to Salina Cruz, Mexico with Waterways’.