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February 2007
PUBLICATIONS AND TRAVEL SERVICES
TRAVEL WITH A CHALLENGE
WEB MAGAZINE. A richly illustrated travel information website
showcasing feature articles and fast-breaking travel news on
ecological, educational, cultural, and volunteer vacations around the
world.
www.travelwithachallenge.com
TRAVEL UNLIMITED:
UNCOMMON ADVENTURES FOR THE MATURE TRAVELER
offers both a practical guide for selecting a lifetime of satisfying
journeys and an entertaining armchair traveler=s
read. This 575-page guidebook (Avalon Travel Publishing, 2000) opens
the door on ecological, educational, cultural and volunteer vacations
appealing to the active adventurous traveler 50 years and better. For
chapter by chapter description, see
www.travelwithchallenge.com/TravelUnlimited.htm
ADVENTURES IN MEXICO
NEWSLETTER.
Six cities each year, up-to-date and accurate, for travelers and
retirees. Hotels and restaurants, sights and activities, living costs
and life styles. $18 per year to Adventures in Mexico, APDO Postal
31-70, Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico. Send for free lists of back issue
specials.
MEXICO
TRAVELERS. The 12,000-member, nonprofit, Club Vagabundos del Mar has
been helping members save money and travel safely in Mexico for 34
years. For a low $35 annual dues you receive a 16-page monthly
newsletter (Chubasco) and many discounts. Available is
the lowest cost Mexican insurance for vehicles and boats, legal
assistance, medical air evacuation, fishing licenses, boat permits,
pre-paid visitor permits and a wide selection of books, maps and
charts. Call (800) 474-2252 for a free information packet or to join
by MasterCard or Visa.
ESCORTED WALKING TOURS B
COLONIAL MEXICO. Allow us to give you the most profound cultural
experience of your life. Wake up each morning surrounded by Mexico=s
antiquities adorning your individually decorated room. Savor
international cuisine. Explore Puebla=s
zocalo, cathedral, pyramids, colonial architecture. Enjoy a siesta to
replenish energy needed to fiesta! Travel with Us, Inc. Leaving
monthly. Toll free (877) 50-GOMEX, from Georgia (770) 822-9596. Email:
[email protected]
THE OAXACA / MEXICO
NEWSLETTER.
Written by ALetters
from Oaxaca, Mexico@
writer Stan Gotlieb with pictures by Diana Ricci. 20 issues per year
for $30.00US, delivered by email only. See a sample newsletter at
www.realoaxaca.com
SMALL GROUP LEARNING
ADVENTURE TOURS. Rail tours through Copper Canyon; the Maya route by
rail in Yucatan; Campeche, Chiapas and Tabasco; folk art, cuisine and
archaeology in Oaxaca; Monarch Butterflies in Michoacan; and gray
whale watching in Baja California. We specialize in warm, personalized
attention with lots of interpretation of culture and history on off
the beaten path destinations. We are experts in Mexico=s
Copper Canyon. Also, customized unescorted individual tours are
available. Call 800-499-5685 for a brochure and itineraries. Email:
[email protected] .
Website:
www.ss-tours.com .
STUDY IN MEXICO
STUDY
SPANISH IN BEAUTIFUL CUERNAVACA. Instituo Chac-Mool Spanish School
offers year-round Spanish immersion classes as well as homestays with
Mexican families. Casita rentals also available. All ages, all levels
of Spanish, classes from 1 to 16 weeks. Money back guarantee. Go to
www.chac-mool.com
LEARN SPANISH IN MEXICO!
Planeta.com hosts the Directory of Spanish Language Schools B
www.planeta.com/schoolist.html
OAXACA OPTIONS B
Planeta.com and the Amigos del Sol Language School proudly co-sponsor AOaxaca
Options,@
presentations about responsible tourism B
particularly ecotourism B
in Oaxaca. There is no charge to attend the bilingual
(English-Spanish) programs which take place at the Amigos del Sol
Language School, Libres #109 in the center of Oaxaca City. A 30-minute
talk will be followed by questions and answers. Join us!
www.planeta.com/oaxaca.html
TRANSLATION SERVICES
SPANISH-TO-ENGLISH DOCUMENT TRANSLATION. All types of business and
personal documents, including correspondence, contracts, financial
statements, birth and marriage certificates, etc. Reasonable rates.
For more information, contact Anne Kenison. Phone/Fax (703) 243-1963.
E-mail:
[email protected]
mailto:[email protected]
TRANSLATION SERVICES ENGLISH
- SPANISH - ENGLISH. For more information, email to
[email protected] or call (760) 767-3037 evening phone.
LEGAL
SERVICES
MEXICO – LEGAL SERVICES.
Cancun law firm operates throughout Mexico, with staff of 25+
attorneys plus support staff. Opened Houston office in September 2005.
Real estate transactions, entity formation, trusts, permits,
licensing, due diligence, business consulting, immigration. Houston
office – contact Michael Lillibridge, Texas attorney at Tel (713)
513-7130, Fax (832) 615-0426, or
[email protected]. Firm
website:
www.camrayasociados.com
REAL
ESTATE
HIGH ON A
HILL IN CHAPALA, MEXICO with Lake and Mountain views from a 36 ft long
veranda sits a fully furnished 3,358 sq ft home on a large beautifully
landscaped lot just a 15 minute stroll from downtown Chapala with fine
restaurants, banks, shops, a pretty plaza and market. It has 4
bedrooms, 3.5 baths, three living areas, delightful kitchen with
granite counters and much more opening to dining area with built-in
buffet. All for $160,000US. Email:
[email protected]
.
INTERNATIONAL REAL
ESTATE FRANCHISES. Still available for most areas of Mexico. E-Mail
for more information B
[email protected] Or fax inquiries to (951)
715-4500.
DREAMING OF BAJA? Only
14 home sites for sale in a new eco-sensitive beachfront community on
the Sea of Cortez near Mulegé. Shells, stars, fossils, desert,
dolphins! Diving, kayaking, fishing, exploring, relaxing & recharging.
Help preserve this beautiful coast while you enjoy your vacation or
retirement. See
www.CostaCardonal.com or
call 1-866-OUR BAJA.
VOLUNTEERING
RETURN WITH
SOMETHING DEEPER THAN A TAN. Build, teach, connect with indigenous
people of San Miguel Tzinacapan. Tax-deductible program cost of $950.
Airfare is additional. Two week programs ongoing throughout the year.
For more information, please contact Global Citizens Network: (800)
644-9292 or (651) 644-0960. E-mail:
[email protected] Web
site:
www.globalcitizens.org
COMMUNITIES
INTENTIONAL
COMMUNITY forming two hours south of Guadalajara near the town of
Sahuayo, Michoacan. We are seeking new members who are interested in a
simple life in the tropics, on some nice land in the country, involved
with community, organic gardening, tropical fruit orchards, natural
foods, and working together as a group operating a retreat / health
center. All the major elements are here in the central highlands of
Mexico, not far from Lake Chapala at 5,000 ft elevation, noted for
having a perfect climate. Please see photos and more info at our
website: www.laflordelagua.com or call Dennis James in Mexico
at: 011-52-353-532-2421. Email address:
[email protected]
ACCOMMODATIONS
Mexico
Vacation Rental Homes are ready when you are: Ajijic, Akumal, Cabo,
Cancun, Huatulco, Isla Mujeres, Ixtapa, Manzanillo, Playa del Carmen,
Puerto Penasco, Puerto Vallarta,
and Rosarito. Contact the owner directly. No commissions. www.mexicofile.com/homes or email
[email protected]
to list your own.
BEACHFRONT VILLA in
Puerto Morelos/Cancun. Relax in luxury in 2BR, 2BA spacious villa with
over 2200 square feet of living space, plus 2 outdoor terraces. On the
beach, great accommodations include daily maid service and incredible
views from every room. Call for 4-color brochure and additional info
to this newly proclaimed environmental Areef
park@
fishing village, just 30 minutes south of Cancun; $125/night, the last
of its kind in the Riviera Maya. (415) 882-1155 or (808) 572-2033 or
email to
[email protected]
OCEANFRONT
VILLA AND CASITA one hour from Cancun Airport. 1800 square foot
villa with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, 50 feet from a beautiful sandy
beach. Comfortable amenities throughout. Caretaker couple will shop,
clean, childcare and cook. 5/1 to 10/31, $1100/week for Villa,
$600/week for Casita. Seasonal and holiday rates are higher. Call
Reid Cox at (636) 583-5728; home 636-583-2874. Website:
www.casasombra.com Email:
[email protected]
PICTURESQUE
HACIENDA IN OAXACA AVAILABLE FOR
RETREATS,
SPECIAL EVENTS, WORKSHOPS. Just outside Oaxaca in San Lorenzo (Etla
Valley). Pool, gardens, large meeting room, recreation areas. Special
rates available for groups. Contact:
[email protected]
COZUMEL B
Ocean front condo with 4 bedroom/3 bath unit; 2 master bedroom suites
and 2 bedrooms share one bath. Full kitchen, TV, stereo, AC, fans.
Beautiful large terrace to view sunsets or catch rays. Pool, entry to
ocean. Call 847-412-1784. 
MEXICAN
CARIBBEAN: AKUMAL. Caribbean Fantasy represents hundreds of properties
in Akumal and the surrounding region (an hour south of Cancun).
Representing hotels, villas, condos, bungalows and casitas, they can
match up the perfect property to your needs and budget. The majority of
the accomodations are beachfront and privately owned, making them
beautiful and unique. Akumal is central to famous Mayan ruins, and world
famous for its diving. Whether you want to do it all, or get away from
it all, this is the place! Call us for a free catalog! 1-800-523-6618
or see our web site at
www.caribbfan.com
SAN
MIGUEL DE ALLENDE. Grand 2-bedroom home. Maid/cook. $795/week. (212)
929-5317.
www.casariley.com
SAYULITA, MEXICO. One of ATHE
100 ABSOLUTE BEST GETAWAYS@
in the world according to Outside Magazine. Stunning private home,
lovely views, sleeps 2-4. Beautifully furnished, fully equipped, maid
service available/included. Two-minute walk away is the quaint fishing
village of Sayulita, 2
hour north of Puerto Vallarta, nestled in a gorgeous crescent cove.
Great beaches, restaurants, fishing, jungle trails, horseback riding,
surfing, Huichol culture and with 6,000 species of exotic plants and
animals, the surroundings provide an inspiring backdrop to romantic or
family travel. Just $695US/week (high season), $495US/week (off season).
Call 415-488-4309, fax 415-488-1793; P.O. Box 545, Woodacre, CA 94973.
[email protected]
PRIVATE VILLA
HOMES. Customize and accent your Mexican experience by choosing from
among over fifty deluxe accommodations in Puerto Vallarta, Bucerias,
Sayulita and Manzanillo. Each luxury home has a full staff, swimming
pool and all modern amenities. Cliffside, oceanfront, on the beach or
right in town. Lodgings range from two-bedroom hideaways to
twelve-bedroom haciendas suitable for larger groups. Assistance with
special plans (fishing, scuba, restaurants, even weddings) also
available. Helga Farrill, Casa Helga Villas, 800-418-3322, 203-372-3111;
www.casahelga.com
SAN MIGUEL B
2 LUXURY RENTALS. Both within minutes of historic Jardin with beautiful
views and rooftop gardens. 1 br/bath condo on Barranca (Rates: $60/day;
$325/wk; $925/mo); 2/3 br/3 bath home on Calle de la Garza (Rates:
#70/day; $375/wk; $1200/mo); both completely furnished; all amenities
including maid/gardener, TV/VCR, US cable and more; 3 day min. on all
rentals. San Miguel with its Colonial charm is one of Mexico=s
top tourist attractions. Wonderful restaurants, shopping, hiking, people
and art. Easy drive from Leon Airport. Transportation to/from airport
can be arranged w/rental. Reservations in advance by phone/letter/email.
Contact Frank Young at (205) 254-1423, 2805 Shades Crest Road,
Birmingham, AL 35216; [email protected] . See photographs at
www.cahabariverpublishing.com/Mx/de_la_garza.html and
www.cahabariverpublishing.com/Mx/Barranca.html .
AJIJIC, LAKE CHAPALA B
For rent. Escape the heat and spend July in Ajijic, 5,000 feet up in the
mountains of Mexico, while we visit the kids in Canada! Two bedroom, 2
bath, 2-story home with all facilities in the village close to shopping
and restaurants. For more information: Ph/fax 376-60867 (country code
52) or email:
[email protected]
PUERTO VALLARTA / LA CRUZ B
CASA DE AMIGOS. Located less than 20 minutes from the airport on the lea
side of the bay is the private gated community of >La
Puntilla.@
19 3-bedroom homes all with their own private pools. Unit #A-4, >Case
de Amigos@
is directly on the beach with a large front yard, patio and BBQ. A fully
furnished home with satellite TV, washer/dryer, and all the amenities of
a new home. There is a car available (optional). Within walking distance
of shopping and the bus route. Available for parties up to 6 persons in
three bedrooms (2 kings and 2 single beds). For pictures, please visit
our web page: www.casa-amigos.com or email to
[email protected]
SAYULITA B&B.
Just 30 miles north of Puerto Vallarta in the quaint, seaside fishing
village of Sayulita. Relax in the tropical paradise of Tia Adriana's
Villa Buen Salud & Las Casitas Angelitas. Rates starting at $35 per
night. Open from November thru June. For information and reservations:
November thru June in Sayulita phone & fax: 011-52-327-50192. July thru
October in San Diego phone: (760) 632-7716 or (760) 942-9640; fax: (760)
632-8585.
NEW, TEPIC
B&B. $25 single, $35 double, full breakfasts. Tel: (311) 214-3430,Email:
[email protected]
PUNTO DEL
BURRO. A newly remodeled and redecorated villa overlooking one of the
most beautiful, sandy beaches in Mexico. It is in Punto del Burro, a
private, securely gated community 30 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta. 5
bedrooms/5 baths. 5000 square foot home with private pool and palapa
bar. Sleeps 14. Comes with staff, including cook and a car. (915)
366-0891 or
[email protected]
TALPA DE ALLENDE, B&B
HACIENDA JACARANDAS. Located halfway between Puerto Vallarta and
Guadalajara in a beautiful mountain valley (cf MF July 01). The
picturesque town is a religious center with a famous virgin drawing over
a million pilgrims ever year. Our Hacienda has 5 guest bedrooms with
private baths and great views....a 55-foot lap pool, hot tub, 2 lakes
stocked with bass and great horseback riding in an incredible setting.
Archaeological sites, museums, etc. Drive from PV or Guad, or fly from
PV. Two-night minimum stay and we will make it memorable. Email B
[email protected].
Phone 011 523-33-447-7366 or fax 011 523-88-385-0669. July through
Easter.
SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE B
An architectural gem. This unique Mexican contemporary, custom designed
and decorated casita is located in historic San Miguel de Allende within
walking distance of the Instituto and the centro. It is newly
constructed and offers abundant natural light, fireplace, 11-foot beamed
ceilings, boveda ceilings, fully equipped modern kitchen, garden, roof
terrace with a breathtaking view, as well as ample storage, living and
work space. The casita has purified water, its own phone line, answering
machine and satellite TV. $800/mo, $300/wk. Contact Marc Salisch
518-869-9686 or 011-52-415-4-5453 in MX. E-mail
[email protected]
CASA PIAZZA B
fully equipped 8,000 square foot vacation villa in Manzanillo. Five
bedrooms, 5.5 bath. Staff of four. Available Saturday to Saturday from
$6000 to $8500 per week. Call Scott at 650-348-7268, email at
[email protected] Website:
www.casapiazza.com
PUERTO VALLARTA B
CONDOMINIUM, SLEEPS 6. This elegant condo is 2500 square feet with 2
bedrooms and 2 2
baths. Very spacious living room with wide tile balcony overlooking the
ocean and village from a hillside south of PV. It sleeps 6 very
comfortably with one queen bed in master bedroom, 2 singles in 2nd
bedroom and double daybed in living room area. 2 sofas, full kitchen
with utensils, full-size dining room seating 6. Daily maid service,
ceiling fans, washer/dryer, TV/VCR, CD stereo, phone, fax, linens and
utilities. Swimming pool is right out the door with Los Muertos beach
across the road. Sports include snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea
fishing, golf, tennis, horseback riding, parasailing and hunting. Call
312-943-7565.
PUERTO ESCONDIDO, OAXACA B
For rent, palapa-roofed, fully furnished casitas and home with private
patio and swimming pool in garden setting. Five minute stroll from
beaches, restaurants, markets. And SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS, CHIAPAS B
For rent, fully furnished casitas and private home with private patios
and fireplaces. Centrally located. For more info on both locations,
email
[email protected]
PLAYA DEL CARMEN. Casa
Kristyna on the 4th hole of the Playacar Golf Course is a
3,000 square foot home with its own 20x40 pool. The master bedroom has
its own private terrace and modern bath. With its two other bedrooms and
guest bath, this house can comfortably sleep six. Maid, gardener, and
pool service provided. Large kitchen/dining/living area has a fully
equipped kitchen with microwave, dish TV with HBO and US channels.
Washing/dryer and air-conditioning included. Rental includes discount
green fees on this world-class golf course. Five minute walk to the
beach, ferry to Cozumel, dive shops or Playa=s
quaint 5th Avenue with excellent dining, imbibing and
shopping. Rentals from $1000 to $2500 weekly depending on date and
length of stay. Contact Tom Swartz at 215-236-5578 (phone or fax) or
E-mail
[email protected].
AJIJIC RENTAL B
LAKE CHAPALA has a beautiful climate year-round but is especially nice
during the summer months. Situated high in the Sierra Madre mountains,
late evening showers lead to sunny days, cool breezes and an abundance
of flowers and greenery everywhere with average day-time temperatures in
the mid-70's. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom fully furnished and equipped
condo unit is situated in a well maintained gated community with 24-hour
security, a large heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, secure parking,
gymnasium, party room and the unit also has purified water, cable TV and
maid service available. For further information, please call
1-705-762-5030 or email
[email protected]
LOOKING FOR A
RELAXING, ROMANTIC VACATION? Check out Cabañas Copal in Tulum, Mexico,
at www.cabanascopal.com
OAXACA,
CENTRAL DISTRICT: Room for rent in large private home with patio and
garden. Ideal for visitors or for people moving to the city in search of
more permanent residence. 100 pesos/night. Email:
[email protected]
PUERTO
VALLARTA RENTAL: Charming 2 BR, 3 bath home located in P.V’s exclusive
Conchas Chinas neighborhood. Quiet and private, the home as a large
patio and pool overlooking the Bay of Banderas. Super views from the
master patio also. $375 per night high season, $250 low season. Cook and
maid service available. Details/photos, please call Sandy 303-588-4131.
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