Feature Post Sayulita Life’s 5,000mxn Monthly Donation Goes to Sayulitanimals
December 28, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Here at Sayulita Life we love supporting our community and we are so honored this month to give a helping hand to one of the oldest non-profit organizations in Sayulita. We interviewed Sara Carmen Briner, the founder of SayulitAnimals. She is somewhat of a local legend herself and we have her perseverance and dedication to animals to thank for the lovely animal community we have today!  Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?I am originally from Switzerland but left my home country 21 years ago in search of my place in the sun and to do something to…

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Sayulita Community A Revelation in the Dawn
December 19, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Mexico. Why do I feel so at peace here? A connection. A belonging. A life-force energy pulsing through every fiber of my being. Why am I so content journeying through the plain of snakes and royal eagles? Even more puzzling, why have I never felt this connection and belonging in my home country? I may never untangle the answers to these inevitably unanswerable questions. But what I do know is this: This land and its people have activated a long-dormant part of my soul. Mexico has captivated and enchanted, stirred and awoken, and rendered me breathless time and time again….

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Uncategorized Featured Business: Glow Sayulita Spa & Beauty
December 17, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Sayulita’s newest Spa, Glow Sayulita offers the best you can get in facials, spa treatments and all things skin and beauty. We sat down with Master Esthetician and owner Lucy Pallas to hear all about how she started her business and the amazing services she offers. Inside tip from your editor: the Diamond Facial is an absolute must try!   Full name: Lucy PallasAge: 47 Place of Birth: Dublin, IrelandHi Lucy! So excited to be interviewing you! Can you please tell us a little about yourself? I grew up in a small coastal village in Ireland called Dalkey, a truly magical…

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Uncategorized Last Call for Early Bird Tickets to Sand & Strings Music Festival
December 3, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

By Charlie Higgins The word is out, and fans of live music in Sayulita are gearing up for the first annual Sand & Strings Music Festival, which will take place at Frente al Punto Beach Club the weekend of April 5th and 6th, 2024. Reduced price early bird tickets will be on sale until December 31st or while supplies last. Capacity is limited, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly. This game-changing event will feature an all-star lineup of some of the most beloved artists from the U.S. and Canada’s thriving Americana, bluegrass, indie-folk, roots and singer-songwriter scenes, including…

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Sayulita Community Azul Sayu, A.C. Annual Fundraising Drive
December 2, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

December 3rd marks the start of the third annual fundraising drive for our local not-for-profit recycling & environmental conservation program, Azul Sayu. AS is an Asociación Civil, or legally registered not-for-profit organization in the state of Nayarit. Azul Sayu has over 100 recycle bins in Sayulita and San Ignacio! The program works with restaurants, bars, homes, developments, schools, and parks to significantly reduce trash in our communities. They can’t do it alone! Azul Sayu receives no government funding – donations cover their free public recycling and education programs. Contributions are greatly appreciated! And can be made online, tax-deductible for US…

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Uncategorized Featured Sayulita Business: Wave Audio
December 2, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Hi! Can you introduce yourselves? Hi! Our names are Chris, Jake, Angel and Victor. With our powers combined, we are Wave Audio! How did you all meet? We all met over 20 years ago growing up in San Diego, California. While each of us had very different upbringings, the love of music brought us together from an early age and has kept us together as best friends ever since.  What brought you to Sayulita and what made you decide to move here? We’ve all been traveling to Mexico since a young age but we hadn’t heard about Sayulita until the…

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Feature Post SayulitaLife’s Monthly $5,000MXN Donation Goes to Casa Esperanza!
November 30, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Casa Esperanza women’s shelter is free for women and their children escaping violence in the home. The shelter is more than just a shelter, it provides legal and psychological aid for the women and children, 24 hour nurse, education, work skills, helps find work and a safe new home for the families, and even provides small no interest loans. They average a stay up to 90days though they can leave earlier. They serve the Puerto Vallarta region including Bahia de Banderas, and have another location in Guanajuato. The location remains secret to protect the safety of those fleeing violence. Families…

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Sayulita Business Featured Business: MAXA – Cocina del Pacifico
November 17, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

MAXA is an incredible new restaurant located inside the new hotel La Puesta on the North Side of Sayulita. MAXA boasts a menu full of traditional flavors with a modern twist, paired with the incredible oceanfront views of Sayulita’s beach that you will not want to miss! We interviewed MAXA’s head chef Lacho Ruiz for some insight on his inspiration for the menu and his childhood in San Pancho, just ten minutes from Sayulita! Name:Horacio Ruiz Cienfuegos, but I am better knows as Lacho Ruiz. Age:  40 Can you tell me a little about yourself?I was born in Puerto Vallarta, but I grew…

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Sayulita Community Local Legend: Patricia Ahumada
November 17, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Full Name: Patricia Rodriguez Ahumada Age: 42 Where were you born and how long have you been in Sayulita?I was born in San Francisco, better known as San Pancho. I’ve lived here my whole life. My family, well, my uncles, were some of the people who founded Sayulita. When I was 15 I moved to Puerto Vallarta to finish my studies, got two diplomas and my career started as an accountant. A couple years later I married and moved to Bucerias with my husband where I continued working as an accountant. What do you miss most about the past in…

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Sayulita Business Featured Business: Mezcalito Music
November 10, 2023 Zoey Glavicich 0Comment

Mezcalito Music specializes in providing an exceptional musical experience for your next wedding, party, corporate gathering or event! With more than 30 years in the Bay and 15 performing, Mezcalito Music is an incredible local band that can adapt to many different styles and play in both English and Spanish.  We interviewed their amazing lead singer to get the details on their vast experience, professionalism and talent. Hi! Can you tell me a little about yourself?We are well known musicians with more than 15 years of experience. Perla Alarcón (singer, composer and guitarist); Alberto Ramirez (musical directors, guitarist); Luis Rascón…

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