Calling all baja girls…
Join me for an adventure on February 28th through March 4th…
We are flying round trip via Alaska Air
We are planning to stay at the Coco Cabanas (www.mexonline.com/cococabanas.htm)
I can’t wait to return. The long dirt driveway leads to a veritable paradise…except for the roosters next door!
This is the itinerary:
Thursday p.m. : Augie’s to say “Hi” to everyone
Panga excursion to the islands & fishing with Dolphin Dive on Friday morning.
Lunch at Giggling Dolphin – right next to Dolphin Dive because Ovaldo makes the best lunch in the world.
Friday evening: Tio Lupe’s
Saturday evening: La Palapa’s
Sunday evening: Mita Gourmet
Monday evening: ??? Suggestions
STEP ONE:
Getting There
Alaska Airlines – flies to and from Loreto on
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Departure from LAX is 11:10 a.m. – arrives at LTO 2:45 p.m.
Departure from LTO 2:50 p.m (more or less) – arrives at LAX 4:00 p.m.
www.alaskaair.com or 1-800-252-7522
As of 1/19/2008, a Saturday flight will be added – Cool!
Delta Airlines – flies to and from Loreto every Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Departs from LAX at 11:00 a.m. – arrives at 2:00 p.m.
Departs from LTO at 2:10 p.m. – arrives at 3:45 p.m.
www.delta.com
Taxi vans await your arrival at the Loreto airport and will generally get you to your destination in town within 15 – 20 minutes. The cost is $20 or 200 pesos.
It is always a good idea to have the name and address of your hotel in hand…and remember, this is Mexico, so the van ride experience might be, shall we say, a bit of an adventure all by itself.
STEP TWO:
Staying There
Below is a list of hotels, bungalows, motels, and vacation rental websites. Comments and suggestions are added for your consideration and/or enjoyment. The places listed are places that I, myself, have stayed and would be willing to stay again, but I tend to recommend The Oasis because it is on the beach and in walking distance to the marina as well as all restaurants.
www.mexonline.com/cococabanas.htm
www.stayinloreto.com – Hammons Vacations
or try to find a private home at: www.vrbo.com
I stayed at Casa Doce – which has two large bedrooms, two baths, perfect for two couples, or two singles to share.
(Please Note: DO NOT stay at Loreto Bay or Loreto Bay Inn – it is VERY FAR from the real Loreto and is NOT the experience you are look for.)
Dolphin Dive Baja has a website (www.dolphindivebaja.com) and you are certainly welcome to buy one of their “package deals” – just know that the Desert Inn, formerly known as the La Pinta Hotel welcomes “dogs” – most of whom have not been blessed with Advantage or other flea-avoidance meds and some of which are not particularly well-behaved guests. I understand that www.bajabigfish.com also offers accommodations. I trust Pamela Bolles, to run a tight ship and find good accommodations.
More Trips!
March 22-29 – “The Spanish Cat “, Mexico City, Mexico
It was wonderful to go to Mexico City to be immersed in Mexican Culture and the Spanish language. I stayed with a Mexican family and attended class each morning. Click on the picture to the left for a slideshow.
No mas inglas! Hablamos solamente in espanol conmigo!
The Spanish Cat
http://www.thespanishcat.com.mx/
Ph: 01800 681 1525 (within Mexico-free call)
+52 739 395 0755 (Outside Mexico)
Prolongacion Matamoros #110
Valle de Alongo
Tepoztlan Mosolos, Mexico
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July 10-15 – “Fishin’ For The Mission”, Loreto, BCS
Last year, my office closed and we all went down to Loreto to have fun together. Roseann, Meg and Nanci became certified divers while Bert, Ernesto, Linda and I participated in the “Fishin’ for the Mission” tournament. (Of course, I did some diving, too…how could I resist?)
I hope to see you there! Check back for more details!
August 1-8 – Baja Girl Nanci’s Wedding, Maui Hawaii
October 23-28 – “Farewell to Summer”, Loreto, BCS
Getting There
Alaska Airlines – flies to and from Loreto on
AS 216 – Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Loreto MX (LTO) on Thu., Oct. 23, 2008
AS 217 – Loreto MX (LTO) to Los Angeles, CA (LAX) on Tue., Oct. 28, 2008
www.alaskaair.com or 1-800-252-7522
Where to stay??
What I do know is that the water is great. This is the best diving ever. I’ll probably dive every day.
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Other fun vacations!
One of the best diving spots in the world is the Florida Keys. I rented a condo and went to Marathon in the Florida Keys. There is great diving to be had with www.hallsdiving.com
Going to Honolulu?? www.captainbruce.com
California, Catalina Diving – Call Dolphin Dive at 626-447-8685
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Coming Soon!
We are putting together a catalog of fun diving stuff, jewelry and accessories.
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Honolulu, New Years 2008
“Objects in photos are much closer than they appear!”
Any questions or suggestions:
bajagirladventures@yahoo.com