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http://www.glidebros.com/Quiet Beaches: Zipolite and Mazunte Sep 26, 2017 | Posted by Jesse
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Quiet Beaches: Zipolite and Mazunte
A passajero truck operating on the road between San Antonio and Zipolite.
Time to hit the road once again and venture further south to a beach recommended by a friend. The town and beach is called Zipolite and it is about 2 hours by bus from Puerto Escondido. There are buses departing from Puerto Escondido every hour starting at 7 a.m and finishing at 10 p.m on weekdays. The cost of the bus is 42 pesos. The buses, however, do not take you directly to the beach. We were dropped off on the side of the highway in a little village known as San Antonio. The only “landmark” being an OXXO convenience store. Immediately we were barraged by taxi drivers offering to take us to Manzunte or Zipolite for 80 or 160 pesos respectively. This is a large sum when considering the distance is only several kilometers. Clearly these taxi drivers prey on either lazy and desperate tourists or those that don’t know better. Since it was still early in the day there was no rush to get to the beach.
There are “pasajeros” that come around every 20 minutes or so and will take you to Zipolite for 20 pesos per person. It stops just next to the OXXO if you wave it down. A pasajero can be a taxi, small van, or a pickup truck with a tarp covering it. In this case it was a white pickup truck with a green tarp covering the back. You are sharing the ride with others that are picked up and dropped off along the way. You just hop on and either ring a bell or pound on the roof when you want to get off. You pay the driver at your destination.
It will cost 20 pesos from San Antonio to Zipolite and 8 pesos from Zipolite to Mazunte.
Soon enough we were on the back of one of these trucks, a few locals sharing the ride with us while “Love Hurts” by Nazareth (sung in Spanish) blared out old decrepit speakers screwed to the floor. The jungle streamed by us as we careened down a twisting road towards Zipolite. The truck will stop just outside of the town and it’s a short walk from there to the beach.
The beach at Zipolite stretches almost 2km between high cliffs at either end. It’s a sleepy little town discovered by hippies back in the ‘60s and since then has evolved into an eclectic mix of locals and travellers seeking to avoid large resorts and the party scene of places like Cancun. Here there is a feeling of time slowing down.
The west end of Playa Zipolite.
On the west end of the beach, nestled against large rock formations jutting out of the sand and in front of a restaurant called “Nude” is where more adventurous beach goers shed their clothes. Amidst the surfing lessons and old dudes chopping coconuts to drink are pockets of people letting it all out. It is all of little consequence to the locals who seem completely used to it. This as been a nude beach for at least a few decades, or at least since the hippies discovered it.
We checked into a place called Lomo La Linda, a collection of thatch roofed rooms and balconies overlooking the ocean. Hammocks swinging on the balconies and the sound of surf complete the scene. There are also yoga classes offered almost daily. If you come to Zipolite, expect to be completely chilled out. This is a place to relax and the slow languid pace of those already here affirm that.
The view from La Lomo Linda.
The sounds of surf pounding the beach in the distance carry through the small open aired yoga studio at Lomo La Linda. The instructor is a tiny ever-smiling lady named Issa. We are doing a relaxation yoga which is working wonders on my stiff muscles. An iguana is perched on a branch to the right of me and a bat is flying around high above in the ceiling of our space. Apparently there is a family of bats here, but they are leaving us alone and add to the natural feeling of the place. Issa is a fantastic instructor who’s smile and easy going nature put you completely at ease. By the end of the session I’ve drifted off into a peaceful slumber.
Sunset over Zipolite.
Earthquake rescue, relief and rebuilding–It’s up to me!
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Earthquake rescue, relief and rebuilding–It’s up to me!
In the days since two strong earthquakes shook Mexico, I’ve seen a lot of conflicting advice, suggestions, and commentary. What I’ve come to realize that it comes down to personal responsibility and that the only person who can decide if you are personally responsible or not, is, well you.
Let’s talk about Jorge. He wasn’t a trained first responder. He wasn’t a building expert. He was quite ordinary in fact. But what Jorge did was assess the situation, said to himself “It’s up to me.” and crawled through rubble to rescue 4 children trapped inside. (Jorge Houston: el desconocido que ayudó a rescatar niños del Rébsamen)
This was not an isolated occurrence. Thousands upon thousands of residents took up the call for aid just minutes after the earthquake. Instead of saying “Well, the military will get here soon and they can take charge.” they said “It’s up to…
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7 Things Not to Do When Packing a Carry-on Bag Sarah Schlichter SARAH SCHLICHTER
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This means that if you’re going to pick up a bottle of water or soda for the plane, be sure to buy it and stow it in your carry-on after security, not before. (We can’t tell you how many bleary-eyed travelers we’ve seen show up at an early-morning checkpoint with a cup of coffee they just bought, only to have to throw it away.)
7 Things Not to Do When Packing a Carry-on Bag
There’s an art to packing a carry-on bag. Wise travelers must balance the requirements of airlines and airport security, make sure important items are easily accessible, and remember all the little things that will keep them comfortable in flight.
In the spirit of 10 Things Not to Do When Checking a Bag, we’ve gathered seven common carry-on bag mistakes. Steer clear of these, and you’ll save money, have a better flight and avoid running afoul of airport security.
Don’t Bring Liquids or Gels Larger Than 3.4 Ounces (100 Milliliters)
We’ll start with the basics: If you’re traveling with a full-size bottle of shampoo or sunscreen, it must go in your checked bag, not your carry-on. The world’s airports restrict liquid/gel items in your hand luggage to bottles no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters); they all must fit within a single quart-size (or liter-size) zip-top plastic bag.
Note that there are a few exceptions to this rule, including essential medications and food for infants or children.
Don’t Pack Other Prohibited Items
Each country’s government has slightly different rules about what can and can’t be brought aboard a plane, but as a general rule you should never put any of the following in your carry-on: firearms, explosives, baseball bats or other sporting equipment that could be used as weapons, self-defense sprays (such as mace), and sharp objects such as knives and safety razors.
Scissors are okay as long as the blades are shorter than 4 inches (or 6 centimeters in some countries). Nail clippers and disposable razors should also pass muster in most parts of the world. Swiss Army knives, however, are a no-go. Snow globes are not permitted unless they’re small enough to fit inside your quart-size plastic bag with the rest of your liquids and gels.
You can find lists of prohibited items for the following countries at the links below. If you’re flying to or from a different country, do a Google search for its security rules, or call your airline.
Don’t Bury Your Liquids and Gels Deep in Your Bag
Save time in the security line by making sure your plastic bag of liquids and gels is right at the top of your carry-on or in an easily accessible pocket — that way you’re not digging around for it while the passengers behind you tap their toes in irritation.
The same goes for a laptop computer; unless you’re in an expedited travel line (such as PreCheck in the U.S.), you’ll have to take this out at the security checkpoint for screening.
Don’t Pack Too Much
You’re aware that checked bags are subject to extra fees if they’re overweight or oversized — but did you know that many airlines weigh carry-on bags as well? Both Qantas and Air New Zealand, for example, have a 15-pound weight limit for carry-on bags (7 kilograms), while Air France allows a more generous 26 pounds (12 kg) as the total weight of your carry-on plus your personal item. We recommend buying a small luggage scale to weigh your bag before you leave; that way you can redistribute or discard items in the privacy of your home rather than at the airport counter.
Many other airlines, including the biggest U.S. carriers, do not currently have weight limits for carry-on bags, but they do have size limits — and unfortunately, they’re shrinking. Double-check your carrier’s website before each trip to make sure your carry-on’s dimensions are still kosher.
For help packing light, see The Carry-On Challenge: How to Pack Light Every Time and What Not to Pack.
Don’t Assume Your Carry-on Won’t Be Gate-Checked
Even if your bag is perfectly within your airline’s weight and size limits, you might still have to check it at the gate if the plane is very full or it’s a smaller aircraft than expected. Just in case this happens to you, make sure everything truly vital — travel documents, pricey gadgets, medicine — is stowed in the personal item you keep with you, not in the carry-on you gate-check.
Also, make sure there’s a luggage tag on your carry-on; gate-checked bags are occasionally mishandled just as regular checked bags are, and you’ll want your contact information on the bag in case your airline sends it astray.
Don’t Forget Your In-Flight Essentials
Especially for longer flights, we always stock our carry-on bag with must-haves such as earbuds/headphones (some airlines charge for these), antibacterial hand sanitizer (to help you avoid in-flight germs), an eye mask, a travel pillowand plenty of reading material. For more ideas, see The Quest for Perfect Carry-On Items.
Don’t Forget to Prepay for Your Carry-on (on Certain Airlines)
There’s a small handful of U.S. airlines, including Spirit, Frontier and Allegiant, that charge fees not only for checked bags but also for carry-ons. If you’re flying with one of these carriers, you will pay the lowest possible fee for your carry-on if you pay it online in advance.
Allegiant charges $50 for any bag paid for at the airport, but only $14 to $20 (depending on itinerary) if you pay when you initially book your flight, or $45 if you pay after you’ve booked but before you get to the airport. Meanwhile, Spirit charges a whopping $100 for a carry-on if you wait until you get to the gate to pay for it, but you can shell out as little as $26 at booking. Frontier’s fees range from $35 (online any time between booking and 24 hours before departure) to $60 at the departure gate.
The bottom line: If you know you’ll be bringing a carry-on aboard flights with any of these airlines, pay for it when you book.
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