On a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta and the Mexican state of Jalisco, I discovered a new spirit. Certainly most visitors selecting a holiday in Puerto Vallarta know its proximity to Tequila (the town) or they learn quickly. Tequila can be found most everywhere and in most varieties and price points, but on my last […]
Raicilla-Mexican Moonshine That Makes Me Happy
by Craig Zabransky on March 28, 2014 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel
Sunset Sunday-A Mile High Return from Mexico
by Craig Zabransky on July 28, 2013 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday
On my flight back from my recent trip to Mexico I looked out from my window seat and experienced a mile high moment; a mile high sunset. And I reflected on the moment. I stared and smiled for a while and then I eventually grabbed my iPhone to snap an image. My recent Mexican adventure […]
Sunset Sunday-A Moonset in Puerto Vallarta
by Craig Zabransky on March 31, 2013 in Sunset Sunday
One morning, early on my travels to Puerto Vallarta, I looked out over the ocean from my room and watched the moon set. It nearly seemed like a sunset, with the reflection on the water and Bay of Banderas, but it all happened an hour before the sun would rise and start warming the very […]
Postcard-A Heart in the Sand, Puerto Vallarta
by Craig Zabransky on March 14, 2013 in Beach, Mexico Travel, Postcards
Romance seems to be everywhere in Mexico and the beaches of Puerto Vallarta are no exception. At times it can even be written in the sand. This couple walks away after drawing a heart on the beach. Yes, Puerto Vallarta provides a great opportunity for romance. In fact, the most popular beach in town is […]
A Little Beach Time in Yelapa, Mexico
by Craig Zabransky on January 31, 2013 in Beach, Mexico Travel
South of Puerto Vallarta and only accessible by boat, Yelapa can be a little off the main tourist trail. Yet, the beach town popular as a boating excursion, does fill up midday with visitors. Most spend time at the beachfront talapas enjoying an afternoon lunch and some refreshing cocktails or cervezas. I know I joined them.
The Timeshare Option – Should You Buy a Timeshare?
by Craig Zabransky on June 13, 2012 in Featured, Mexico Travel, Where to Stay?
The more I travel to Mexico, the more I notice the timeshare or vacation ownership option continues to be popular. So on one trip I decided to ask myself, “Should I buy a timeshare?” I understand the basic concept. One purchases “time,” a set number of days (one week or two) at a resort (or […]
Sunset Sunday – Sunset at Hotel Catedral
by Craig Zabransky on April 1, 2012 in Sunset Sunday
I debated walking to the beach, but instead decided to stay in the hotel refresh and recharge for the night ahead. I planned to view the sunset from just outside my door. I hope to watch the setting sun sparkle and illuminate downtown Puerto Vallarta. Hotel Catedral Puerto Vallarta The Hotel Catedral, a charming boutique […]
Finding the Way Back to Ohtli at the CasaMagna Marriott
by Craig Zabransky on March 27, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Reflection
I wanted to return. I can tell you the house made tequila was the main reason, but to be honest, my return trip was for another experience – the spa. Ohtli, the name of the spa, means “the path” in the native Nahuatl language. Apparently I desired a return to the path. I am no […]
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