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Go check out the IBA!! Get off your butt and do some good!!They are kicking major arse with a rebuilding effort for the Puerto Escondido area, the IBA are doing a fundraiser with the assistance of photographers and artist from all over the world. www.ibaworldtour.com

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Fun in Acapulco

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Puerto Escondido to Acapulco   248 miles or 400 Kilometers (driving)

Mexico City to Acapulco  236 miles or 380 Kilometers.

It is nearly the same distance from Mexico City or Puerto Escondido to Acapulco.

We have yet to make the journey to Acapulco from our home in Puerto – but a trip is in the works (planning stages – yes, we actually plan now).

Acapulco is northwest of our home in Puerto Escondido.We have been using the Internet to check on hotels, road conditions, things to see etc. For some inexplicable reason we decided to rent the Elvis Presley movie Fun in Acapulco to add to our research. This is of course quite laughable as an information source – but we always liked the King in any case.

Did you know that the 1963 Elvis Presley film Fun in Acapulco was mostly shot at Hollywood’s Paramount Studio? In fact Elvis never made it to Mexico for the film.  Some background and ‘color’ shots were taken in Mexico by a second unit, but the King never made it south of the border.

Fun in Acapulco is one of Elvis’ supposedly more entertaining offerings. The songs, in this his 13^th film, are Mexican flavored. But we have to say the cuts from a sound stage in Hollywood to the streets of Acapulco are ridiculous. We were embarrassed for the King who has has been dead for thirty-five years! What were they and he thinking?

Even Better Looking in Person!

We actually still enjoy Viva Las Vegas which is pretty much the same formula film except shot on actual location.  My musical sense tells me they should have slowed the tempo down just a bit on the tune of the same name – but then that’s just me. It is only someone like me that will argue with success.

If nothing else seeing “old Las Vegas” jogs the memories and is a visual trip back in time. And then there was a twenty-something Ann Margret – wow – she almost stole the show which bothered Colonel Tom Parker a lot.

During a recording session we were doing with Barbra Streisand, Presley came in the building. We thought he was better looking in person than in his movies or on T.V. (if that is possible). Male and female alike could not deny his beauty – that is for sure.

Presley was being wooed to play the male lead in Streisand’s then upcoming film, “A Star is Born.” Streisand was hooked up with her hair dresser, Jon Peters, who instantly became a record and then film producer (oh my!). Apparently Colonel Tom Parker demanded EP get top billing – there just was not enough room at the top for the egos of Streisand and Colonel Tom; especially after Ann Margret’s upstaging .

As we all now know Kris Kristofferson got the call and Jon Peters went on to be President of Sony Pictures for a time. Senora Calypso started adult life as a hair dresser to the stars and ended up marrying me – Two crimpers of many talents and great successes.

But I digress.

Acapulco is an old resort town. We were there several times many, many years ago – before Cancun became the it place. Last time we were there all the action was at the north end of the bay. We understand the big resort hotels are now at the south end of the bay.

We will continue to nail down the details for some fun in Acapulco sans gathering any useful information from the film.  We cannot in all good conscious (read taste) recommend the movie. As to our take on the city – Stay Tuned!

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With so many attractive features, Puerto Escondido is ‘a little piece of heaven’

With so many attractive features, Puerto Escondido is ‘a little piece of heaven’

By Susan Lundy on July 16, 2012

Playa Principal, Puerto Escondido

Sitting here in Canada, wrapped in a fuzzy, warm robe, feet stuffed into wool socks and slippers, and the sound of rain pummeling the roof above me, it’s not difficult to think of reasons why I should be in Puerto Escondido.
Number one reason, obviously, is that Puerto is a little piece of heaven. I discovered this my very first morning after walking along the Andador Escénico sea walk (a bit of architectural and scenic divinity in itself). As I came around the corner, I stopped short at my first sight of Playa Principal. A golden ribbon of sandy beach stretched out before me, ringed with a cheerful clutter of bright, beach-side buildings, leafy green trees, fishing boats moored in the harbour, and a happily haphazard rise of buildings on the hillside above. There was a gentle hum of activity: fishermen unloading the morning’s catch and families playing in the water. Surely I had stepped through the pearly gates of heaven.
Morning coffee on the beach is another reason to wake up in Puerto. I take my coffee seriously — a good morning coffee experience sets the tone for the entire day. How wrong can it go, sipping java on a hot, sun-drenched beach, the sound of waves washing over sand, and the sight of pelicans frolicking at your feet?
Then there are the colours of Puerto. Anyone with an eye for the aesthetic will appreciate the brightly-painted orange, yellow and purple buildings — many with multi-hued tiles or red roofs — perched amid walls of climbing pink flowers and lush greenery. The ocean is crisp blue, topped with sun-spotted whitecaps; and everyone seems to dress in happy colours, appropriate to life in heaven, I guess.
It would be extremely un-female of me at this point to not mention another eye-pleasing aspect of Puerto. This is one of the top-10 surfing destinations in the world, drawing hundreds of young surfers from all corners of the earth to navigate its crashing waves. A healthy number of these are young men. One might notice their strapping, bronzed appearance, but that’s not the point, of course. What I mean is that they all carry around some very nice looking surfboards.
Ambiance also sits high on the list. Puerto has the physical attributes of a superior visitor destination — sun, sand and surf — without excessive tourist trappings. It remains small and unpretentious; the people are friendly, helpful and accessible.
Another reason to visit is that there’s lots to do in this sunny little corner of heaven — so much, in fact — it can be exhausting merely trying to select an option. Best advice in this scenario is to succumb to the lull of the beach (this shouldn’t be difficult since there are eight to chose from), and alternate between roaming the shoreline, playing in the warm-water waves, taking a siesta in the sand, and drinking cerveza at a beach-side bar.
You could also meander through shopping areas like the trinket-rich Adoquín behind Playa Principal; or the more locally-oriented Mercado Benito Juárez.
Places to eat abound, serving up every type of food imaginable. And prepare to swoon over the uber-fresh seafood: it’s definitely food of the gods. Once again, it can be taxing trying to decide where to eat. Restaurant on the beach? Up higher, with a view to the sunset? Tucked away, mid-town?
But back to the activities. Somewhere between delightfully-indolent Puerto “things to do” and hyper-strenuous ones, are the many tour opportunities. To indulge in a tour, you do have to remove yourself from the beach and all those tequila-in-a-coconut drinks, but you needn’t exert copious amounts of energy.

Nature-lovers are truly in luck because eco-tourism thrives in Puerto. Right on Puerto’s doorstep sits the Océano Pacífico, where one can see dolphins, whales, sea turtles, jumping fish, and all sorts of birds. Fishing tours run full- and half-days, and some guides will even arrange for local restaurants to turn your catch into your dinner.
The area also has a huge sea turtle population and via the various tours, you can witness almost every stage of their lives.
Up the coast, it gets even more heavenly for nature-lovers at Manialtepec Lagoon, where tours take you in open-air boats, canoes or kayaks to view the area’s rapturous flora and fauna. Here there are hundreds of bird species, such as jacanas, black-crowned night herons, parrots and egrets. Tours occur during the day, at sunset and even at night when — in some seasons — the bioluminescence is present. Gliding or swimming amid this glowing plankton as it sparkles and glimmers in the inky water is truly a celestial experience.
Topping my Puerto “to do” list the next time I trade warm clothes and slippers for a bikini is a visit to Lagunas de Chacahua National Park, 65 kilometres west of Puerto. There are five villages in the park, miles of open-ocean shoreline, islands where you can camp, plus jungle and lagoons. Like Manialtepec, it’s home to birds, fish and wildlife, but here you can add to the list crocodiles, which are being restored to the area via a hatchery. (Hopefully not on the camping islands.)
Appropriate to any piece of heaven, Puerto is home to a goddess, and Gina Macchoro, who runs the visitor information kiosk on the Adoquín, should be your first stop, no matter which tour piques your interest. Known as the “Information Goddess,” Gina can set you up with any tour your soul desires. She is a splendid guide and offers several of her own tours, such as a twice-weekly walking expedition where she imparts fascinating tidbits on everything from the area’s history to the types of plants growing on the roadside. She also organizes an archeological tour which visits nearby pyramids, plus an agricultural tour.
Undertaking any of these expeditions might require a recovery session back on the beach, or perhaps a “time out” at one of the area’s many spas.
But next up, you might want to rev up, because Puerto offers lots more to do. As a surfing Mecca, it’s the perfect place to learn the art of riding the waves. Lessons are available for all skill levels and, happily for the newbie, there’s a beginners’ beach that doesn’t put you in the middle of world class surfers and massive waves. Snorkeling is another option, or how about horseback riding . . . even skydiving? Puerto has fitness centres, but an easier way to keep fit might be running up and down all the stairs: stairs to scenic look-outs; stairs up, down and over the sea walk; and stairs to many of the beaches and back.
Amid all these ongoing activities are the seasonal ones, which are important to know about when you’re sitting up in Canada trying to decide which month to get a Puerto suntan. In November there’s the Fiestas de Noviembre, which include a world-class surfing competition (remember all those nice-looking surfboards), in January through March a boogie-on-the-beach music festival; and the annual carnival blasts into town in March.
The good news is, no matter which season you choose, or which activities you undertake, life is always golden in heaven. And that’s the best reason of all to visit.
Reprinted from the archives of El Sol de la Costa.

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Sunday 29th is Breakfast with a Cause for Piña Palmera, which got very badly hit by hurricane Carlotta and is in need for a lot of help. 75% of what you pay for your breakfast goes directly to Piña, there will be videos and they will be selling their crafts. Entertainment will be provided by María Jimena and others

9 a.m. Sunday, Hotel Arcoiris.

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4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM LUXURY BEACHFRONT CONDO

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Located in Vivo Resorts, on stunning Playa Palmarito Beach, just a short drive from Puerto Escondido. This 1,950 Sq Ft fully furnished luxury condo, situated directly on a very long stretch of pristine, sandy beach is the perfect setting for your beach holiday.

2 Reviews of Property 990895 in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca State

Sarah

London, Ontario

Unforgettable Experience ... Amazing Staff

Review Submitted: July 14, 2012 Date of Stay: March 2012

Our experience at Vivo Resorts was unforgettable! The 4-bedroom beachfront condo is luxury at its finest, with a 180 degree view of the ocean to die for! There was ample space for us all, and the condo is very comfortable to live in. Listening to the sounds of the breaking waves both night and day was very soothing and good for the soul. The staff at Vivo are amazing too, and were always there to help in any way and answer any questions we had! In addition to relaxing in the infinity pool every day or going for a leisurely stroll along the miles and miles of beaches, there is lots to see and do in and around Puerto Escondido! We enjoyed swimming and snorkling at Carizalillo Beach, whale and dolphin watching, and a fantastic guided tour of the lagoon! The people are very friendly and made us feel welcome! I can't wait to go back! It's Heaven on Earth!

Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway

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Janet

London, Ontario

Can't Wait to Return

Review Submitted: July 11, 2012 Date of Stay: February 2012

It was quite the momentous week as I moved into our condo for the first time since its completion. I spent the week with my teacher daughter and two of her teacher friends – it was great fun to share our ‘dream’ with one of our children and experience life at Vivo in reality! Vivo’s motto has been, “Making dreams into reality”, but we’ve now changed the motto to read, “Dreams are even better in reality!”. It’s almost impossible to describe the gorgeous condo, its ample size and beautiful furniture and décor. The 4 bedrooms/3 full baths provide lots of space and privacy and is very suitable for family gatherings or 2-4 couples sharing. The patio and ocean view is spectacular with unbelievable sunrises and sunsets. The lulling sound of the ocean waves calms the soul and the quiet beauty of the ocean in front with miles of beach, the mountains and fresh-water lake behind, and the infinity pool beside us reminds me that there is more to life than busyness! The Vivo staff are so happy and anxious to please in every and any way. Nothing is too much to ask. While it’s great to rest & relax, it’s fun to know that a trip to town (Puerto Escondido) is only a few kilometres away with lots of shopping and quaint beach restaurants. The local people are happy, friendly, and fun! We look forward to retirement when we can spend more time to enjoy our ‘dream’.

"Salvemos Puerto": The International Bodyboarding Association Launches Campaign in Wake of Hurricane

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PRESS RELEASE Puerto Escondido, commonly referred to as The Mexico Pipeline is an internationally recognized surfing paradise and desperately needs the help of the global surf community.??The town of Puerto Escondido was devastated by Hurricane Carlotta on Friday 15th June, 2012.  Two children died when their house was taken by a mudslide, and one 56-year-old woman passed away when the wind from the Category 2 Hurricane flipped her car.  The beach side town has been severely damaged and is in need of urgent assistance to rebuild this community that thrives on tourism.??The Puerto Escondido lifeguards are in need of help due to all damage caused by the hurricane. They previously had 8 towers along the beach at Playa Zicatela and now there's not a single one of them standing after the hurricane. This is just one example of what is required to help rebuild the local community; another is to promote tourism back to the area to stimulate the local economy. The International Bodyboarding Association (IBA) announces the launch of its "Salvemos Puerto" (Save Puerto) auction of the global fundraiser campaign. The campaign will run till October 7, 2012 and all help and support is welcome! Funds raised will directly support the IBA's humanitarian efforts in helping Puerto Escondido stage an upcoming surf event. This event will help drive tourism to the town and to promote the area as a safe tourist destination in order to drive the local economy. In addition, the funds raised will help mobilize resources to rebuild the 8 lifeguard towers at Playa Zicatela. The Salvemos Puerto campaign is sponsored by: Turbo Surf, Reeflex, Freedom Fins and Inverted. Throughout the campaign the IBA is running many eBay auctions that you don't want to miss! Included is the auctioning off of the Top Photographers Exclusive One-of-a-Kind & Signed 16"x20" Canvas Prints of locations such as, Mexico, Hawaii, Indonesia and Australia. Photographers featured include: Sacha Specker, Edwin Morales, Ray Collins, Mickey Smith, Todd Glaser, Matt Catalano, Scotty Carter, and Mickey Edwards. Included in the Art portion of the auction is an epic wooden wave painting piece, by highly recognized Surf artist - Erik Abel; along with a metal sculpture of an empty wave designed by Sean Tuttle; and a large scale surf painting by Ryan O'Connor. There is more to come, so stay tuned for the remaining and complete list of auction items being sold on eBay at: http://myworld.ebay.com/cah20girl  The Salvemos Puerto Photo & Art Auction is now launched! Over the next week there will be eBay auctions, and you do not want to miss out on these once-off canvas prints by top photographers! To start off the photo and art auction there are two auctions running with top Australian photographers, Ray Collins and South African's finest, Sacha Specker. Collins' photo, "From where you'd rather be" was shot in Puerto Escondido. View Ray Collins' photo auction at: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ray-Collins-Exclusive-Canvas-Photo-of-Zicatela-Puerto-Escondido-Mexico-SIGNED-/221076025952?pt=Art_Photo_Images&hash=item3379287260 View Sacha Specker's photo auction at: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sacha-Specker-Exclusive-Canvas-Photo-of-Zicatela-Puerto-Escondido-Mexico-SIGNED-/221076055980?pt=Art_Photo_Images&hash=item337928e7ac In addition to the Photography portion of the campaign, you may also donate directly to the InvestedIn fundraiser at: http://invested.in/P2614/salvemos-puerto-save-puerto Also available to purchase are Salvemos Puerto Campaign t-shirts, singlet's and packages at, which can be ordered at: And for weekly contests and prize give-a-ways stay tuned on the IBA Facebook page:http://www.facebook.com/ibaworldtour The IBA is excited about the launch of this campaign, as it's now global within the entire surfing community. "We want the global surf community to get involved together, as this is the best way to raise funds for Puerto. Together we owe this special beach town so much because it feeds surfers with amazing waves and good vibes," IBA Salvemos Puerto Campaign Coordinator, Michelle Rozzen, said. ?IBA is the sole professional World Tour for Bodyboarding, with the best riders and events from around the world. The IBA produces and controls all elements of the World Tour from the events, the Tour, the media coverage and the athletes. The reach of the IBA also extends into the grassroots and national tours of all the IBA regions around the globe.

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Huatulco Property Rentals As opposed to Huatulco Resort Holidays - The convenience Booking

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Realization The actual between booking any villa versus the resort is you have an overabundance control of your current journeys whenever you book a house privately on the internet. Most tourists know their vacation availability along with what kind of lodging and facilities they really want, for them to easily choose their own villa for ones and never have to handle a tour operator. Another massive good thing about renting villas is you can accommodate intended for categories of any size and also request group accommodations. As mentioned before, one of the greatest downfalls of reserving a resort may be the not enough up-to-date information photos about the lodging services. That's you should know for that growing trend involving travelers who really choose to book their very own private villa(s) on the web.

Huatulco Airport (HUX) Details - Huatulco Airport Information

• Continent:
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• Country:
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• City:
  Huatulco
• Airport Code:
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• Name:
  Huatulco
• Country Code:
  MX
• Latitude:
  15.768333
• Longitude:
  -96.235556
• World Area Code:
  148