Zihuatanejo - Part 2!

This is the Pacific ocean view from our terraced patio in Zihuatanejo! Our bed is, the "room" located, behind the "sofa of pillows". Our one bedroom suite, sleeps 4; and the "sofa of pillows", becomes a bed; and there are fabulous wooden shutters that separate the 2 "would be" sleeping areas. We would sleep with open shutters; would hear the perpetual, reassuring movement of the tides and waves, and the various cries of the wildlife etc. There were birds that resembled our BlueJays; that would hop about, with their haunting shrills, on our terrace; enjoying also the safe serenity and sanctuary. The "geikos" had a wonderful "chirping" sound. We had literally, an "open window" to the skies, the ocean, to nature - the whole 9 yards!

Zihua, is in "Paradise!"; as far as we are concerned! There is a man called Owen Lee, author of "A Prisoner in Paradise". He was a key part of the Jacques Cousteau team; and, after he retired in 1968, he made his home in Zihautanejo; and developed a Nature Study Centre there. Would like to meet him one day; inasmuch as we are planning to make our winter home in Zihua. In the meantime, am looking forward to reading his story in his book.

I eluded yesterday, to the wonderful generosity of the Mexican hospitality! They are a very generous and kind hearted people. Those big brown gentle eyes and beautiful smiles! Hmmmmmmmm. We met some "amigos"; and we look forward to our ongoing friendship, over the years!

We found that the days went by too quickly; things often do, when you are on vacation.

We were welcomed with the first "Margarita" free drink ticket! After that, we gently coasted in tids and bits with "Margaritas", tequilas etc. We integrated well with the Mexicans; and have realized we really need to to learn the language. Spanish is such a beautiful language! We enjoyed walking on the white sands of La Ropa beach; the ocean water bringing such a nuturing warmth to our toes. When we return, we will swim and float in the ocean. There are sharks; but you just have to use common sense; and heed the boundaries. ie undertows. But that is anywhere; in those particular parts of the world.

What really caught my attention, were the "shrimp boats". They were small tids of boats; and would appear at dusk (approx 6:45 pm - 7:00 pm) in a small group of 4; and all "lighted up". There, they would "sit" and remain fixated, with their nets gravitating down to the deep depths of the ocean floor (600 feet approx); until first dawn (ie 6:15 ish am) before they would return to the docks with their full "catch." The "catch", we think, went towards providing the food on the menues for the various hotels and restaurants. There are about 2 to 3 Cruise ships that weekly come in to the bay, so Zihua is a thriving hot spot!

Tidbitzing about restaurants, we went to "Coconuts". Well worth the accolades! Fantastic, authentic Mexican restaurant food! It is THE oldest restaurant in all of Zihua! Coconuts are prevalent in this fishing village! This particular "hacienda" was the main part of THE Coconut Plantation; and the restauranteers have kept this majestic history alive. with the Mexican traditions! It is an "inner courtyard" with open sky; coconut trees abounding all around; and with small decorative lights on all of them. Very wonderfully romantic; and the food was to "DIE FOR" - I would prefer to say to "Live for!" And, the service - bene, bene, bene!

The shops also, are wonderfully sparkling....highly recommend "Tutti Frutti" - for beach and swim wear! There are numerous little art galleries, jewellers, clothing stores etc. The silver and turquoise is magnifico!

At the resort, we utilized our "coupon vouchers" which provided us with a discount for 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners; this came in very handy; since we were there for 11 days. Plus the resort's restaurant, "Zi" was fantastic. The views at sunset, were unbelievable! We are willing to return as "prisoners of paradise!"

We would walk to the local convenience store; as mentioned in my earlier blog post. That worked out wonderfully; because we could then enjoy our "goodies" from the peaceful setting of our terrace; which had the best view of the bay! There was also a "dip pool"; that you could soak in; when sucumbing to the extreme heat of the day. That was a nice private touch; because the temps were 36 degrees celsius. Also, we would enjoy the evenings, sitting out under the stars and skies. We would take taxis into town; quicker and simpler.

Tomorrow, I will blog about our 4 hr tour which extended into a wonderful 7 hr experience! That day further validated to us that Zihua was going to be our "home in the sun!"

Readers: Please do not hesitate to input about Zihua! If I do not have an answer, I will find out! (as best as I can) I welcome those who have had the good fortune to have been a) to Mexico and b) to Zihua to make comments.

As a bit of tid, Ixtapa is only 10 to 15 minutes away; and it is very much like a "Miami" or "Waikiki" environment. Hotels, beach, everywhere! It is, indeed, a lovely location; however, we prefer the gentil quieter charm of the fishing village, Zihuatanejo.

Until "mon yana" for Part 3!