Feature Post Sundaram Vacation Rentals in San Pancho- Where Luxury Meets Relaxation at the Beach
November 7, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Sundaram Suites, a new vacation rental in San Pancho, Nayarit, is just a ten minute drive away from our town of Sayulita. With a prime jungle location, one block from the beach, luxurious accommodations, and conscientious and caring staff, Sundaram Suites seems to be an excellent choice when deciding where to stay on your next vacation to the area. This rental is unique not only in its design, but that it is for adults only, with a minimum stay of six nights. I talk with Abraham and Felipe, the owners and operators of Sundaram Suites about their dedication and vision for their vacation rental. It is very clear that that the two not only have extensive experience and expertise in the hospitality industry, but that they are passionate about the work they do in helping curate the perfect vacation for their guests.
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Feature Post LIVE, LOVE, & EAT in SAYULITA- Recipe for Cobb Salad
October 30, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
I love salads and have one every night with my dinner. Sometimes I feel like a rabbit! No matter what is planned for my menu, I always have a salad along with my meal. Today I would like to share a recipe for a Cobb Salad. This particular salad can be had as a full meal on its own, and it is one of my favorite meals because it is both filling and healthy. Additionally, on our hot and humid days here in Sayulita, a fresh, cold salad is always a great option for lunch or dinner. With chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, blue cheese, fresh organic salad greens, and a delicious homemade vinaigrette, who could ask for anything more? Furthermore, all of these ingredients are easily available here in our Sayulita tiendas.
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Feature Post Mercado Del Pueblo- Sayulita’s Friday Farmer’s Market Soon to Open
October 30, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
November brings all kinds of exciting events to Sayulita, including my personal favorite, the seasonal opening of the Mercado del Pueblo. This year of 2018, our own farmer’s market will open on November 2nd, and will hold the same hours as in years past, opening at 10:00 a.m. and closing at 2:00 p.m. The Mercado is lucky enough to remain in its incredible location which offers shade and lots of greenery! As many of you know, the Mercado is open every Friday from November until the end of April, and can be found on Calle Revolucion, just North of the main bridge. Parking can be found in the campo (the baseball field).
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Feature Post Meet Latcho & Andrea- Spanish-Flamenco Musical Duo “The Blond Gypsies” of Sayulita
October 24, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Latcho and Andrea have an infectious energy, both in their music and through their interactions with those they encounter. It is clear even before hearing them play that they are soulful, intuitive, creative, talented, and can read one another like magic. Latcho and Andrea are incredibly passionate about performing their music; they share with me their inspiration behind their unique and sultry sound, the way they work as a duo, and what kind of style of music they enjoy sharing. As they get ready to begin performing regularly again in Sayulita, it is exciting to hear about the irresistible, fun, culturally relevant, and engaging music they create to share with our community.
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Feature Post Dia De Los Muertos in Sayulita- A Holiday Tradition of Honoring Our Loved Ones
October 24, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Dia De Los Muertos, or “Day of the Dead”, is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in Latin American cultures. While the holiday first originated in Mexico, it is now celebrated all over Latin America. According to National Geographic, “Day of the Dead originated several thousand years ago with the Aztec, Toltec, and other Nahua people, who considered mourning the dead disrespectful. For these pre-Hispanic cultures, death was a natural phase in life’s long continuum. The dead were still members of the community, kept alive in memory and spirit”.
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Feature Post Hurricane Willa: After the Storm
October 24, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Hurricane Willa, an "extremely dangerous" category 4 hurricane with winds of 130 mph gave Sayulita quite the scare as she headed toward the Pacific coast of Mexico starting on Monday, October 22nd, 2018. With the fear that Willa would hit Puerto Vallarta and the Nayarit region, residents of Sayulita took precaution; all schools were closed, many local restaurants and businesses shut down, and lots of people made sure to stock up on non-perishable food and drinking water in case of extended power outages, as well as taking other preventative measures such as sealing and boarding up windows/doorways to prevent wind or water damage.
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Feature Post Selflessness in Sayulita- Meet Brian Laudenslager: Good People Doing Good for Our Community
October 19, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Meet Brian Laudenslager. Brian Laudenslager is originally from Denver, Colorado, but moved to Guadalajara six years ago in 2012 to be an English teacher. While in Guadalajara, Brian would vacation in Sayulita often, whenever he had the opportunity. Eventually, he decided to move here to Sayulita in 2016 after falling in love with a property that came up for sale. When Brian is not busy working as a property owner/manager or running his high-end, full service concierge company, Brian donates his free time by getting involved in the community in a variety of ways; he does beach and neighborhood cleanups, small charity work, such as food or clothing drives, puppy fostering, and his personal favorite and most important to him: giving swim lessons. Brian currently gives free swim lessons to local children in Sayulita who do not know how to swim.
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Feature Post Meet Eric Miranda- Tattoo Artist at Papillon Family Studios
October 19, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Eric Miranda is the newest tattoo artist to arrive at Chops’ famous tattoo studio here in Sayulita, Papillon Family Studios. Originally from both Los Angeles and Vancouver, Eric has a lot of experience and knowledge in both art and design, as well as travel and culture. Although Eric may be a fresh face around here in Sayulita and in the tattoo world in general, his work is that of an experienced and seasoned artist. Eric tells me about what brought him to Papillon Family Studios in Sayulita, his background in tattooing, and what he loves most about his craft. It is safe to say that this is essentially a love story in many ways.
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Feature Post Nava Golf Carts- Helping You Get Around Sayulita With Ease
October 15, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Cruising the colorful, cobblestone streets of Sayulita? Leave the car behind, and take a Nava Golf Cart instead! Coming from other countries to visit Sayulita, we're often not used to the sight of golf carts buzzing around town on the roads. However, the novelty of this convenient and eco-friendly way of transport is appealing and part of what gives Sayulita its relaxed, fun, and small town charm. Who doesn't want to hop on their own golf cart heading to the beach, and feel the soft Sayulita breeze through your hair? Venture out into Sayulita's picturesque streets with ease, by renting a golf cart through Nava Golf Carts. The golf carts will be dropped off when and where requested, while one of Nava Golf Cart’s enthusiastic and bilingual employees will personally take the time to show you how to use and plug them in, no matter how late you may arrive from you flight.
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Feature Post Selflessness in Sayulita: Meet Maura Cathey- Good People Doing Good for Our Community
October 15, 2018 sayulitablog 0Comment
Meet Maura Cathey. Maura and her husband run the bilingual Christian church here in Sayulita, which has been around for nearly ten years since 2008. Maura is the pastor’s wife and also runs Sayulita’s Christian school, which has been around for nearly eight years since 2010. Maura’s school teaches local children from our community. “We are a small school, but function as a real, developed school concerning rules, expectations, and activities, etc. We are not called ‘teachers’, but are more like ‘supervisors’ because we are all mostly concerned parents. I have experience in homeschooling my kids for many years, so that helps me in this position.” Over the years, Maura’s school has served over one hundred students. They usually have around a dozen students enrolled at a time.
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