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February 11th, 2008

Matchbook Monday: Grand Bay Hotel, Isla Navidad

If you enjoy a nice beach resort, you’ll enjoy today’s Matchbook Monday - the Grand Bay Hotel at Isla Navidad Resort in Manzanillo, Mexico.
I came across this matchbook while doing a little cleaning around the house, and it reminded be (quite fondly) of my stay there a few years ago.
The hotel is on a [...]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

January 22nd, 2007

New Passport Rules - You’re Going to Need One

Today is the very last day to travel between the United States and the Western Hemisphere (Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda) with only a driver’s license or voter registration card.
Beginning January 23rd, 2007, all persons traveling will be required to present a valid passport.  This means both children and adults [...]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

November 15th, 2006

Photo Op: A Story of Two Cancuns

I’ve been in Cancun (Mexico) a lot this month, generally enjoying some pretty nice weather, and lots of good quality beach time.
But what a difference a week can make!
I took the top photo about ten 10 days ago.  My hotel room looked out onto the beach, and there was a tremendous storm.
I took the second phot [...]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

October 29th, 2006

Halloween in Mexico: Dia de la Muerta (Day of the Dead)

If you’re in Mexico for Halloween, anywhere in Mexico, you’ll be able to find a Day of The Dead celebration.  It is celebrated throughout the country, with variations from state to state, but all observances are rich with tradition and culture.
Day of the Dead is an extended holiday, covering October 31st (Young Souls Day), November 1st [...]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

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