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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

Friday, July 13, 2012

Ivan starts his birthday party with Skid Row! Followed by Warrant! :) ivan


Ivan's Going to a Warrant concert, Saturday, July 21, 2012 ... Should be fun. Since I have to work on my birthday on the 27th ... I'll pretend on the 21st! :) ivan













MEXICO WEBSITES TO KNOW


MEXICO WEBSITES TO KNOW

Mexico City Culture Sites
Districto Global: Just met one of the boys behind this, nice, seems to have a good finger on the pulse of music and arts events. One I’ll keep checking into for sure. In Spanish.
Me Hace Ruido: An indie music blog. Great events calendar.
You prefer Tumblr? http://quetalguera.tumblr.com/
Journalists
The Esteyonage: Canukian journalist Myles Estes does down-in-the-grit reporting, radio, and editing that would sketch many people out. His blog tracks international stories about Mexico, but he also uses it to get into the nooks and crannies of life of Mexico City with pieces like this or little ditties like this. He’s@esteyonage and he surfs.
Ruth Samuelson: An American who freelances for Fox Latino and more. She roots out stories like vintage clothing laws that other’s don’t. She also keeps up on the girly stuff, which is important. She is@RuthSamuelson and she almost always wears a fedora.
Shreds and Clippings: Avi Davis is an American who sometimes writes for Vice Mexicowanders the city, sometimes writes for The Believer, and is very nice.
PostDF.com: A friend discussed starting this site at a party in the Spring. And then he did it, full on. Good job! Tweeting at a handle I don’t fully understand: @Metro_Sur_ads
Intersections: Daniel Hernandez came on my radar for writing Down and Dirty in Mexico City. Get it if you are 20-30 something and can identify with getting drunk at a religious festival. He also reports for various new sources such as the LA Times’ own Latin beat, La Plaza. He’s @LongDriveSouth and we haven’t met but he seems super fun.
The Mija Chronicles: Lesley Tellez writes about Mexican food around the country and life around the city. She also does street food tours you could take your relatives on. She is @LesleyTellez and she is very nice and good for food recommendations.
David Lida: I met David Lida once in passing while eating at a great pizza place that I’d read about on his blog. When I told him this I think it weirded him out. Anyway, I recommend First Stop in the New World, his book about life in Mexico City. It’s the 30-40 something’s version Hernandez’ book.
Mexicans Abroad
Whateverson: A halvsie from Portland, she’s on it, on it, on it for all your niche cultural and tech needs. She also nicely coached me via Twitter when I was all freaked out about moving to Mexico City.
Mex N’ The City: New Yorkers keeping the Mexi spirit alive.

Puerto Escondido rider Kiril


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Death in An additional Light – Puerto Angel, Oaxaca, Mexico Posted: July 13, 2012 in Travel notes


Death in An additional Light – Puerto Angel, Oaxaca, Mexico

Posted: July 13, 2012 in Travel notes
Death in An additional Light – Puerto Angel, Oaxaca, Mexico
There wasnt a cloud over the Pacific. Drinking my black coffee atop Hotel La Cabaa. I couldnt consider my eyes off the skies. The fresh bay breezes cooling my encounter were quite invigorating. It was a picturesque morning in Puerto Angel. Oaxaca.
Suddenly. an sudden query brought me back towards the woman with whom Id been chatting with more than breakfast.
How do Americans view death? asked Tanya. before sipping from her cup of Joe.
Id say the majority of us are frightened of it. I replied. What about you?
In Mexico. we see death as just another part of the lifestyle cycle. the lively brunette added.
So. you do not take it seriously? I additional pried.
We attempt to live in the moment instead of fearing death our entire lives. We also attempt to have enjoyable with it. That is why Mexicans celebrate Day from the Dead and also have this kind of fairly cemeteries. for example. Tanya explained. whilst her brown peepers focused on some thing behind me.
I looked over my left shoulder and noticed what had sparked this topic. Beneath the railing of our thatched rooftop was a splendid cemetery. I was instantly impressed with the colorful graves and limitless crucifixes that dominated the healthy hillside.
It appears stunning. I said.
It is. You need to go within sometime. the Cuernavaca native recommended.
I agreed. More than the next half hour. the conversation changed to other topics. like Gabriel Garca Marquez and rock music. but I nonetheless couldnt get that marble town from my head. I needed to see it.
A couple of days later on. I found myself eagerly approaching deaths door. I had been anxious to tour the tombs ever because Tanyas recommendation. however it wasnt the actual cause for my perspiration. The February sun was searing. causing my pack to stick to my soaked back. In spite of the sweat stinging my eyes. I was nonetheless set on what lay on the other side of the baby blue archway. I wiped my brow having a sopping bandana and entered Puerto Angels cemetery.
Even though I was meandering amongst the dead. the verdant hillside was extremely much alive due to its vistas. alluring adornments. and sharp colors. The funerary grounds supplied a great view from the ocean waves that calmly flowed in from the bay. and lightly splashed upon Playa Panteon. Furthermore. the tombs were delightfully decorated. Numerous candles. infinite flowers. and stunning black pottery rested around the resting locations. Sparkling white. striking yellow and beautiful blue hues also enriched the necropolis.
Intrigued by the stillness of the site. I carefully snaked uphill. I explored in utter silence. continuously weaving about leafy trees and shrubs to photograph the comely crypts in my path. The dead air produced me really feel like I was the only individual in the world as I ascended Gods acre. I lastly reached the hilltop and ogled the eternal homes for what appeared like an eternity. I also admired Puerto Angels charming cove while I caught my breath. Having a second wind at last. I enjoyed the Pacific gusts sweeping across my encounter for a number of minutes prior to heading back down.
Descending through the deceased. I saw a middle-aged man dusting off a couple of graves near the exit. I noticed he was looking at me from below the weathered brim of his brown cowboy hat. He did not say a word. merely nodded and grinned.
Oddly sufficient. I understood; no words had been required. I realized his smile was mirroring mine. Actually. I thought the mans tranquil pleasantry was instead suitable. It represented the relaxed environment I had just skilled throughout the graveyard. And. as I squinted in the sun blazing high above the cemetery gates. I also realized that death never looked so vibrant.

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Snorkeling at Casa Sol Zipolite

Married with children - The reunion (VOSTFR)

Leslie Nielsen Wrongfully Accused moments 1 of 2

Wrong Car Prank

Puerto to Zipolite?


Puerto to Zipolite?

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Map of Puerto Escondido Centro

Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 03, 2012 08:21AM
What is the best route using public transportion to get to Zipolite from Puerto Escondido?
Re: Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 03, 2012 02:46PM
We usually take the blue-and-white "microbus" from the intersection on Hiway 200 where Oaxaca Avenue begins (catch it on the southwest corner) ... ride the microbus to the "crucero" at San Antonio and then negotiate with a taxi or just take a "cooperativo" whether we want to go to Mazunte, San Augustinillo or Zipolite.
Re: Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 03, 2012 02:52PM
Take any bus heading to Pochutla, Huatulco and points east. That would be almost any bus on the highway above the Adoquín or Zicatela. Or you can get a bus at the ADO station. Get off at the Puerto Angel junction. Then get a colectivo to Puerto Angel and a colectivo or taxi from there to Zipolite. The Masunte route works too, I'm not sure which is longer.



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Re: Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 04, 2012 02:01AM
A nice, air-conditioned ADO or SUR to El Crucero where 175 & 200 meet might be a tad longer than the San Antonio-La Ventanillo-San Augustinillo-Mazunte-Zipolite route, but it's a hell of a lot more comfortable. I understand that Hotel Playa Zipolite, accross the alley from La Choza, is back up-and-running and the best buy on the Roca Blanca strip. And Don Francos is still the best Italian food I've eaten anywhere.
Re: Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 04, 2012 08:36AM
I also take the microbus across from the Che on the highway, you can then ask the driver to drop you off at the Crucero de Mazunte and wait for a few minutes for a camionnetta or collectivo, It will take you first to Mazunte, San Agustinillo and then Zipolite. It's a very pleasant ride.



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Re: Puerto to Zipolite? 
July 04, 2012 09:15AM
The Sur, not Ado bus will drop you at the San Antonio crusero if you ask. Catch the camineta (sp?) trucks there to Zipolite. Their a lot of fun and generally cooler than the cooptivo taxis which are sometimes too crowded.

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Catholic priest Alejandro Solalinde gestures in front of Alberto Herrera Aragon after a news conference in Mexico City


Catholic priest Alejandro Solalinde gestures in front of Alberto Herrera Aragon after a news conference in Mexico City

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Catholic priest Alejandro Solalinde (R), head of the migrants' shelter "Hermanos del camino" (Brothers Of The Road), gestures in front of Alberto Herrera Aragon, director of Amnesty International Mexico, after a news conference in Mexico City July 10, 2012. Solalinde is returning to the migrant's shelter in Ixtepec, Oaxaca state, after he left the country in May due to several death threats he had received. The government has given him four bodyguards for his safety, according to Solalinde. REUTERS/Bernardo Montoya (MEXICO - Tags: POLITICS RELIGION CIVIL UNREST)
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Visit Puerto Escondido Restaurants After Obtaining Comprehensive Mexican Auto Insurance Liability Policy! Posted on July 6, 2012 by admin


Visit Puerto Escondido Restaurants After Obtaining Comprehensive Mexican Auto Insurance Liability Policy!

Puerto Escondido – heaven for nature lovers! The incredibly beautiful place lures hundreds and thousands of beach lovers from around the world. Secluded beaches, tranquil atmosphere, thrilling aquatic adventure and delicious food are few things that keep people coming to Puerto Escondido time and again. Restaurants in the city offer wide array of Mexican and international food items.
While vacationing at a foreign location safety and protection always remain in the top priorities. To protect yourself from legal issues while driving through Mexican streets, buying comprehensive Mexican auto insurance liability policy is a must. If you are looking for low priced Mexico car insurance without compromising on the quality, internet is the best place.
Popular restaurants in Puerto Escondido are:
Estrella del Mar
If you are fond of seafood, you cannot afford to ignore restaurant named Estrella del Mar. This is the perfect place to taste exquisiteness of seafood served with cold beer. Their menu consists of wide array of seafood dishes and magnificent collection of wines from around the world. Comprehensive Mexican auto insurance liability policy is available in several denominations. So, spend quality time on the internet to find the most suitable coverage.
El Cafecito
El Caecito is the best place to have delicious breakfast. The delightful breakfast menu consists of variety of breads and intriguing authentic Oaxacan coffee. Numerous locals love to start their day with this restaurant’s breakfast. El Cafecito is also known for its lunch menu as well. Notable specialty of the restaurant is almond chicken which is also known as Pollo Almedrado. Low priced Mexico car insurance ca be obtained by comparing prices of different auto policies.
Los Crotos
This is one of the most prominent restaurants in the city. It is strategically located in the heart of Adoquin. While going through their menu, you would come across mouthwatering seafood dishes in addition to several national as well as international dishes. Casual atmosphere and friendly service are other highlights of the restaurant. Comprehensive Mexican auto insurance liability policy is offered by several vendors but you should rely only on reputed vendors.
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