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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

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Magnitude 4.2 - OAXACA, MEXICO 2012 May 16 14:16:59 UTC


Magnitude 4.2 - OAXACA, MEXICO

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2012 May 16 14:16:59 UTC

Earthquake Details

  • This event has been reviewed by a seismologist.
Magnitude4.2
Date-Time
Location16.647°N, 97.885°W
Depth35 km (21.7 miles) set by location program
RegionOAXACA, MEXICO
Distances131 km (81 miles) S of Huajuapan de Leon, Oaxaca, Mexico
131 km (81 miles) WSW of Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico
180 km (111 miles) NW of Puerto Angel, Oaxaca, Mexico
335 km (208 miles) SSE of MEXICO CITY, D.F., Mexico
Location Uncertaintyhorizontal +/- 16.9 km (10.5 miles); depth fixed by location program
ParametersNST= 57, Nph= 57, Dmin=124.7 km, Rmss=1.23 sec, Gp=220°,
M-type=body wave magnitude (Mb), Version=7
Source
  • USGS NEIC (WDCS-D)
Event IDus2012arar
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Sun Country Airlines Announces 2013 Winter Schedule New Service to Tampa and Huatulco, MX May 17, 2012, 6:00 a.m. EDT



May 17, 2012, 6:00 a.m. EDT

Sun Country Airlines Announces 2013 Winter Schedule

New Service to Tampa and Huatulco, MX




MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL, Minn., May 17, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Today, Sun Country Airlines announced details of their 2013 winter schedule giving customers even more nonstop flights to their favorite destinations. Sun Country customers can now book their travel for the holidays, Spring Break '13 and more.
In addition, Sun Country will now offer new nonstop seasonal service from Minneapolis/St. Paul to Tampa, FL and Huatulco, MX. The Hometown Airline has also expanded its year round service to include Boston and Seattle.
The new nonstop service to Tampa will operate four times per week with nonstop service to Huatulco available on Saturdays, adding to Sun Country's growing network of over 170 weekly nonstop flights.
"This year, we are pleased to offer even more great service to new and exciting destinations," said Stan Gadek, president and CEO of Sun Country Airlines. "Tampa and Huatulco are destined to become a favorite among Sun Country customers."
"We're delighted to add a new airline to our air service options," said Chris Minner, Vice President of Marketing for Tampa International Airport. "And we're delighted to connect more travelers from the Midwest to all that the West Coast of Florida has to offer. When these flights start in December, our beaches, museums and theme parks will provide a great escape from the winter weather up north."
"Huatulco, the only EarthCheck Gold certified tourism community in the world, is pleased to welcome Sun Country Airlines," said Yvonne Kraak, President of the Huatulco Hotel Association. "Huatulco's nine beautiful bays and 36 spectacular beaches, located on the Southern Pacific Coast of Mexico, offer the unique flavor, color and culture of authentic Mexico."
The Hometown Airline is pleased to offer great service and great destinations at affordable prices. Customers are invited to discover Tampa, Florida with low, coach class fares starting at $170* one way, and Huatulco, Mexico from $610* roundtrip. To take advantage of these introductory low fares, tickets must be purchased no later than May 25, 2012.
Sun Country Vacations has great package deals to all winter destinations, including Tampa and Huatulco. Tampa is also the latest addition to Sun Country's cruise package options.
To view the complete winter schedule or to book your flight, please visit www.suncountry.com , call Sun Country Reservations at 1-800-359-6786, or consult your travel agent. For vacation packages, visit www.suncountryvacations.com or speak to a Sun Country Vacations Specialist at 1-877-411-1177.
*Displayed prices are inclusive of all government taxes and fees. Stated Tampa, Florida and Huatulco, Mexico fares are good for travel into or out of Minneapolis/St. Paul and must be purchased by 11:59PM CT (Central Time) on May 25, 2012.
Stated fares cannot be purchased in conjunction with any promotions, discounts or SCV hotel and cruise packages. Stated fares for select destinations are subject to availability.
For full terms and conditions please click here.
About Sun Country
Sun Country Airlines (MN Airlines, LLC, d.b.a. Sun Country Airlines) is based in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. The award-winning airline, which flies to popular destinations in the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean, has earned a reputation for offering world-class service at an affordable price. Sun Country has been named a "Top Ten Domestic Airline" by Travel+Leisure for the sixth year in a row. The airline offers vacation packages through Sun Country Vacations, a program that allows travelers to book airfare, hotel, cruises, rental cars and more in a single, convenient transaction. The Hometown Airline also offers Sun Country Charters -- taking your group flight, private charter or leased aircraft virtually anywhere with a commitment to service, consistent on-time performance, dependable maintenance and a customized and reliable charter experience. For more information, including a complete list of destinations and details on Sun Country Vacations, Charters and Groups visit www.suncountry.com
SOURCE: Sun Country Airlines
        
        Sun Country Airlines 
        Kelsey Dodson-Smith, 651-681-3955 
        Marketing Coordinator/SCA
        

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Map of the Cabañas Biuzaa in San Pedro Pochutla, Oaxaca

Map of the of Cabañas Biuzaa Area, San Pedro Pochutla, Mexico ...
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Mochilazo a Zipolite.m4v

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Pacific Coast Mexico / Puerto Escondido Date taken - Mon 14th May '12 (7:00am)


 Pacific Coast Mexico / Puerto Escondido

Date taken - Mon 14th May '12 (7:00am)








Sun Country to Start Minneapolis – Huatulco Service in W12 May 15, 2012


Sun Country to Start Minneapolis – Huatulco Service in W12

by JL
Update at 0940GMT 15MAY12
Sun Country Airlines in Winter 2012 season is introducing Minneapolis – Huatulco weekly service, which operates from 22DEC12 to 06APR13.
Schedule:

SY525 MSP1025 – 1505HUX 738 6
SY526 HUX1600 – 2025MSP 738 6

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Bus To Oaxaca Pacific Coast Beaches


SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2012

Bus To Oaxaca Pacific Coast Beaches

Playa Cometa, Oaxaca Pacific Coast Beach near Mazunte
 Oaxaca Beaches:
· Huatulco
Huatulco is a relatively new resort area created by the government from the nine bays and 33 beaches in the area. The town of Crucicita is a tidy little place and offers an ADO bus terminal, a second class bus terminal, and lodging, clubs, restaurants and shopping around the small square. In the winter months, cruise ships visit and moor in  the harbor of Santa Cruz, a short distance away.
See Huatulco for more details on lodging, golf, beaches, hiring a cab by the hour.  



The small Huatulco ruin site called Copalita displays artifacts from the State of Oaxaca and from the site on the coast by the river.  A fee of 100 pesos is  charged for entry.  Other ruin sites such asMonte Alban and Teotihuacan are more representative of Mexico's ruins, they have splendid museums of local artifacts, and showcase the splendor of Mexico’s ancient cities. 


Reach Huatulco from Oaxaca City via OCC Bus , ADO with stops in Pochutla and Puerto Escondido.  Sur Buses run regular service to Escondido along with Futura buses and Alta Mar, divisions of Estrella Blanca that serve first class passengers along the Route 200 bus route between Huatulco and |Puerto Escondido. 
OCC buses also leave Pochutla for the 12 hour, 440 Peso trip toSan Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas.
· Puerto Angel Beaches:
Reach Puerto Angel via taxi or collective taxi from the town of Pochutla. The collective taxi runs hourly from in front of the church, about two blocks east and three north of the bus station.  OCC buses, Sur Buses,  and local buses based in Huatulco stop in Pochutla as they run up and down the bus routes on coastal Route 200, the road between Huatulco and Puerto Escondido.   Estrella Blanca Bus Line runs the bus route also with Futura Buses and Alta Mar Buses that run bus routes between Acapulco and Hualtulco  with stops in Puerto Escondido, Pochutla, and Huatulco.
  • Taxis, Collectivos
The private taxi to the beach towns from Pochutla cost 100 pesos, Zipolite Beach, Colonia Roca Blanca for instance, half way between Puerto Angel and Mazunte. 
If you group with other travelers you can save; the taxis charge by the trip not by the number of people.  
The alternative transportation from Pochutla to the beach is the Colectivo Taxi, or the Camioneta.  These are the budget options.  The colectivo is a shared taxi costing 15 Pesos and leaving from the church and running down main street of Pochutla.   The camioneta is a pickup truck with a covered bed. It costs ten pesos per person, a budget but uncomfortable ride; an experience, however.  
  • Puerto Angel

Puerto Angel is the first town you passs as you go northwest along the road at the coast from Pochutla.  Puerto Angel offers a beachside hotel at 400 peso per night and several other hotels nearby.  Snorkel, scuba, and sightseeing boat tours leave from Puerto Angel.  
Sightseeing tours leave from Playa Panteon, a calm water beach where you can swim and snorkel.  In front of the hotel, two tour agencies offer four hour whale watch, dolphin watch, boat tours with visits to four secluded bays along the coast.  See area dining Dining Zipolite   




Zipolite Beach, dawn

· Zipolite Beach
Zipolite beach is a nude optional beach a few miles west of Puerto Angel noted for its sunrises and sunsets. Nudism is not legal in Mexico but is allowed on Zipolite Beach.  Budget lodging, beachside posadas, beach camping, surfing, laundromat and good restaurants like La Providencia and Piedra del Fuego make Zipolite a good visit. See Zipolite pages


Next page Oaxaca Beaches Continues,  Mazunte

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