Thanks to all for the compliments and comments we received on our first issue of “Journal del Pacifico—La Revista de Baja California Sur” and helping to make us the favorite magazine in Baja. Look for our new issue, Holiday 2011 / 2012 on the streets now!
Thomas A. Ireton provided our beautiful cover photo. You can still catch his exhibit with Gary Batha, “The Image Makers” through January 3, 2012 at the Bagel Shop y galería on calle Belasario Dominguez between 5 de Mayo and Constitución, in La Paz. In February 2012, Tom will be participating in a photography exhibition at the Central de Artes on 5 de Mayo and Madero in La Paz.
Congratulations to the Hotel California. December 20th is their 9 year anniversary! The Hotel California Tequila was also named one of the top 10 tequilas of the year! The Tequila Spectator (www.tequilaspectator.com) awarded 90 Points to the Blanco and 93 Points to the Reposado.
The Todos Santos Music Festival with Peter Buck of REM starts January 5 at the Hotel California and will end with a free concert in the plaza in Todos Santos. Check out our feature story on how this event came to be. Click on “Music Festival” on the menu for all the latest information about this event including band bios. Look for the posters around town. ¡Bienvendidos to all our visitors who will come to listen to some great music!
Looking for a boutique hotel or bed and breakfast in the Todos Santos/Pescadero area? The Hotelito on La Cachora Road is close to the beach and town. Surfers and beach lovers enjoy staying at the San Pedrito Surf Hotel near the San Pedrito surf break and Villas de Cerritos Beach at Los Cerritos beach in Pescadero. On the “otro lado” of Todos Santos, you can lounge by the pool or take a short walk to the beach at Serendipity or Flora del Mar. Casa Rancho offers economical rooms and a sparkling pool and Villa Santa Cruz is a boutique hotel near the La Pastora surf break. Closer to town, Casablanca B&B and Los Colibris on the La Poza hill have stunning ocean views.
Looking for a gift for that special woman in your life? Nomad Chic will be at Casa Dracula through Christmas Eve. Along with Joella Corado, they will be presenting a fashion show at Casa Dracula. The after party will be across the street at La Esquina. Contact Linda Hamilton for more information.
Zatar Gallery has opened in two locations in Todos Santos—on calle Centenario next to Caffé Todos Santos and on Calle Obregón next to Hotel Casa Tota.
You may have noticed a new Ricardo Amigo sign on the Milagro Real Real Estate building at Juarez & Topete in downtown Todos Santos. Dale Townsend and Milagro (and all listings) have joined Ricardo Amigo. Drop in and say Hello!
Fonda “El Zaguan” is now open for breakfast Monday through Saturday until noon. They also accept all major credit cards.
Need new facturas, business cards, banners, or magnetic signs to advertise your business? Expresión Gráficas in La Paz, provides high quality design and printing services with fast turnaround time.
Petros on calle Obregón between Rangel and Cuauhtemoc has crystals, a large selection of stones like amethysts and quartz and everything that you need to make jewelry.
Due to popular demand, dentist Dr. Ángel Hernández has increased his office hours in Todos Santos. He is now open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in Plaza Antigua.
We are sorry to report that The Gemini Deli in downtown Todos Santos has closed. We always enjoyed Vicky’s great food.
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The Noche de Moda presented by Joella Corado, Linda Hamilton and La Esquina was a grand success. It featured: Belazul Swimwear, Nomad Chic, Mixtica/Noda Concept & More. Congratulations!
Celebrate the 10th Annual New Year’s Bash at the Hotel California with: All you can eat buffet, Live by Ben and The Men, Flashback, City Fritter. Pink champagne at midnight and surprises throughout the night. Limited tickets available.
Dance in the New Year at La Esquina with live music by E. Tibbals and the Get up, Stand up Band and later, with DJ Loki, after midnight. Cocktails, Cerveza de Barril (Beer on Tap), Champagne and appetizer plates with olives, cheese, fruit, salami and foccaccia bread available for purchase. Limited number of tickets at La Esquina.
