Sayulita Community Sayulita, Where Does Its Name Come From?
March 2, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulita is a small village on the south coast of Nayarit, Mexico, that was once home to few little houses made of sticks and thatched roofs. Today, it is one of the most popular magical towns in Mexico. The name Sayulita is said to have been given by a man who worked on the hacienda in the area. According to local chronicles, this man named the small town after his hometown, Sayula, Jalisco. He had worked at the hacienda and its main house was located where the town square is now. The celebration of February 24, known as “Las fiestas…

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Sayulita Community SAYULITA MEMORY LANE: 1970’s Sayulita Beach
February 22, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulita Memory lane is a NEW segment. Here is a snapshot of Sayulita, some 50 years ago. This reminds us how much this town has grown and developed while remembering how beautiful it used to be. Let us honor the quiet little town it once was. Did you get the chance to read this month’s Sayulita Legend: Andres Gallegos AKA “Chito”, is a Sayulita-born and raised Local. Full article Sayulita beach has undergone significant changes over the years. Once a small fishing village, the charming beach and relaxed atmosphere have made it a popular destination for tourists from around the…

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Sayulita Activities SAYULITA DAYS ARE HERE
February 22, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulita Days are in full swing and we hope you are enjoying it as much as we are! If you’re not here in Sayulita, follow us on Instagram for a recap of the festivities and plan to visit us next year in the week leading up to the 24th of February, Flag day. Flag Day in Sayulita is a festive celebration that takes place every year on February 24th. This day is dedicated to honoring the Mexican flag and all that it represents. Sayulita, our charming beach town on the Pacific coast of Mexico, comes alive with music, dancing, and…

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Sayulita Community Sayulita Legends: Andres Gallegos AKA “Chito”
February 8, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Full Name: Andres Gallegos AKA “Chito” What does your nickname mean?  For as long as I can remember this is the name I was called, I am not sure why but my family has always called me Chito. Age: 68 Where are you originally from? Born and raised in Sayulita, Nayarit. How long have you lived in Sayulita?  68 years, all my life. What are the biggest changes you have seen in Sayulita over the years? So many changes! The town’s growth, the construction of new houses, and the number of people coming through. Sayulita is not the quiet fishing…

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Sayulita Community Sayulita Legends
January 30, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Full Name: Evelyn Snowdon Age: 83 Where are you originally from?  London and Surrey areas, England. How long have you lived in Sayulita?  A very long time! I’ve lived in Sayulita since 1990. What initially brought you to Sayulita?  Tracie, my daughter came to Sayulita first, she worked on the cruise ships in Puerto Vallarta, then moved on to leading horse riding excursions in Sayulita and San Pancho with Santos Virgin one of the original Sayulita people. Tracie had told me that I needed to come and see this place for myself and that I would love it, and so…

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Sayulita Community Ruben’s Ranchero Party
November 21, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

RUBEN’S RANCHERO PARTY IS BACK! Pro Sayulita is thrilled to announce that tickets are now ON SALE for Grupo Pro Sayulita’s Annual Fundraiser @ RUBEN’S PALAPA AT RUBEN’S RANCHO – C. Manuel Plascencia. Join Pro Sayulita on December 14th, 2022 for a delicious feast of BBQ Ribs & Chicken, Grilled Fish, Green Salad, Pasta Salads, Beans, Rice & Dessert! Auction, 50/50 Raffle, and more. Tickets: $1500 pesos. Scan the QR Code or go to the following venues to get your tickets! Ruben’s Deli, Don Pedro’s Restaurant and Bar, Costa Verde International School. The party starts at 5:00 pm. Want to…

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Sayulita Community Community Organization: Wet Noses Rescue
May 22, 2022 sayulitablog 0Comment

Ixchel, Cofounder and shelter manager of Wet Noses Rescue took the time to sit down with us to tell us more about their nonprofit. It is an organization that dedicates their time adopting and rescuing animals that are in need. Lets jump right in! Can you tell me a bit about yourself?  I was born and raised in Mexico City, and went to university in Mexico City for a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology. As a clinical psychologist in Mexico City, my job was very challenging emotionally, and after a few years I knew that I needed a change. So,…

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Sayulita Community Costa Verde International School: COGNIA International Accreditation
May 19, 2022 sayulitablog 0Comment

Erika Ramirez recently took the time to sit down with us and tell us all about the wonderful accomplishment that our local Costa Verde has accomplished. We are so proud of all the hard work that has been put into the International Accreditation from COGNIA that they have recieved. Lets jump right in! 1. Can you explain what the International Accreditation is? When did you get it?  COGNIA is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers. Cognia, formerly AdvancED, recognizes schools that meet rigorous standards focused on productive learning environments, equitable resource allocation that meets…

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Sayulita Community SAYULITA SURF RESCUE: Lifeguard Training
April 20, 2022 sayulitablog 0Comment

In conjunction with Proteccion Civil, Sayulita Surf Rescue conducted another very successful two-day training, April 7th and 8th. This now brings us over the 300 mark of the number of people that have been trained since the inception of this program in the fall of 2010. The training was initially started in reaction to the drowning of Zach Chambers, a Firefighter from Port Townsend, WA. A group of friends and local businesses formed the Zach Chambers Foundation which funded, along with Pro Sayulita, many of the trainers who would fly in from all over America to conduct the training. Firefighters…

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Sayulita Community ProSayulita: Clean Streets, Safe Water and More
March 22, 2022 sayulitablog 0Comment

Clean Streets, Safe Water and More. Since 2005, ProSayulita, a local non-profit, has been committed to improving the quality of life in our town.   Most recently, ProSayulita partnered with the Delegada (our local representative working with the Mayor of Bahia Banderas) to clean the streets in the downtown area. In the next few days, ProSayulita is sponsoring water testing at key points in the ocean and the river. Testing will now happen 4 times a year at strategic times, to ensure the safety of the water for tourists and locals.  Keep an eye out for the results.     ProSayulita wants to continue…

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