Mexico was a blast, it was time for a bit of relaxation and adventure.  We spent a night camping on the beach, a few in a rooftop Palapa and numerous days off-roading through endless cacti infested deserts.

On the Pacific side of the continent’s Southernmost point we spotted Leaping Manta Ray.  These Manta Ray are unlike anything I’ve ever seen. They leap out of the water and slap back down

www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2QTOz8kDZg

We also made our way back to visit Cuco y Pilar’s at Rancho Pilar where we witnessed a lot of growth in the area.  A family of Canadians has begun constructing a huge house at the top of the hill overlooking the beach where Wil and I camp.  It’s sad to see the land develop, it was kind of nice having a remote camping spot with friendly neighbors.

On our way up the Eastern Coast of Baja California Sur, we stopped to explore a huge cave we saw at the bottom of a dry river bed.  Filled with cows and lined with cacti, the cave was an amazing sight.

The New Year has begun and I feel refreshed.

Happy New Year.

I get back from Vegas just in time to spend christmas eve in beautiful California.  I just recently got a christmas tree and finished decorating my house, it’s the first time i’ve gone by myself to get a tree and had my own place to decorate. Pretty cool if you ask me

Shortly after christmas I’ll be hopping on a plane, en route to Cabo San Lucas. Wil and I will be making a pit-stop in Guadalajara for Breakfast on the way there which is going to be a lot of fun.  I’ve never been to Guadalajara so the 4 hour layover will surely be filled with exciting experiences.  Then, I hop back on the plane for La Paz, Mexico.  La Paz is a very small, quaint town with an airport, tequila bars and very cool homes you can explore.

On our 1 hour drive south to Cabo San Lucas, we’ll be making another pit-stop at to pay a visit to our crazy friends, Cuco and Pilar.  Cuco, a car-tire sandal maker (called Huaraches), is quite a character and Pilar is quiet but very sweet and insightful.  Last year they had puppies living on their ranch and they were just adorable.  For pictures from the last trip, check out Wil Fernandez’ website here.  Pilar is the woman on the far right sitting in the Cacti. I really had an amazing time last year in mexico, it doesn’t hurt that the weather is beautiful this time of year and I’m always in good company.

A majority of our trip will be spent in Cabo, but we plan on visiting a town just north of Cabo called Todos Santos. The town is known for its artsy feel and has one of the best italian restaurants.  Another stop on our Tour de Baja is La Candelaria.  La Candelaria is a well-hidden, well-preserved village with a population of around 80.  La Candelaria is full of suprises; dry river beds with wild dogs, steep, curvy and dusty roads, palm tree farms and best of all- Lorena.   Lorena H. is an American woman from Portland who (for reasons unknown) moved to Mexico, married and started teaching pottery in the small village. Lorena grows all of her own fruits and vegetables while her husband makes roofs from palm frawns (and really enjoys a good tequila).

The weather in Cabo right now is 85 degrees and clear skies.  I could not be more excited.  I’ll be doing a lot of travel writing and relaxing… not to mention getting a beautiful tan!

Enjoy the Holidays and Happy New Year!