Holiday 2023/24

Journal del Pacifico Fall 2023 cover by Kate Turning

Journal del Pacifico Fall 2023 cover by Kate Turning

Thank you for all the compliments on our incredible Bomberos Fall issue cover by the talented Kate Turning! You can help support the Bomberos de Todos Santos by making a donation and/or buying a t-shirt or coffee mug at Nomad Chic or El Tecolote Bookstore in Todos Santos. Como El Sol in Pescadero takes donations for the Pescadero Bomberos. Please support these brave groups.

 

 

 

 

Journal del Pacifico Holiday 2023/24 cover by Anne Hebebrand

Journal del Pacifico Holiday 2023/24 cover by Anne Hebebrand

This issue’s Holiday cover is by artist Anne Hebebrand. You can read more about Anne and see details of her recent works in this issue.

Looking for a way to brighten a child’s holiday season? The Kilómetro del Juguete toy drive was started five years ago by Ivonne Benítez of Hablando Mexicano. Every year they have delivered presents to the children and teenagers of the nearby Melitón Albáñez farming community on January 6—Día de Reyes. In this issue, Ivonne shares how you can donate toys, cash, and/or help wrap and distribute the gifts.

Bryan Jáuregui, Todos Santos Eco-Adventures, tells of the dedication of Don Santiago and Doña Matilda of Las Pacas, to protect the fragile ocean environment and their important work with scientists and college institutions. Photographer Sandra Muñoz visited Las Pacas and shared her photographs with us.

Restaurante Tre Galline  has opened in their beautiful new location on calle Juarez in Todos Santos!

Galeria Enrique Guerrero show for Jorge Blue MotorrsGalería Enrique Guerrero, on the otro lado, will be showing new works “La Naturaleza de los Símbolos” by Jorge Blue Motorrs, December 7 through January 20.

 

Galería Logan is having an Art and Jazz Opening December 13. Stop in to see new works by Jill Logan, Lee Mothes, and Linda Lenz.

Artist Oliver Martinez’s works “Windows of Baja California Sur” will open at the Museo de Arte in La Paz on December 15. His works will be displayed there through April.

The Festival del Arte Todos Santos and The Artists of Todos Santos Open Studio Tour take place in early February. Both events showcase the many talented artists of Todos Santos and the surrounding area.

Live theater returns to Todos Santos, with “The Kitchen Witches.” Learn more about the play and upcoming performances in our article.

There are a variety of creative workshops taking place in January and February 2024. Our cover artist, Anne Hebebrand, will be holding three different workshops at Hablando Mexicano.

The Todos Santos Writers Workshop is February 4 through 10, with a public reading by author Michelle Wildgen; and The 13th Annual “Writing Down The Baja” writers retreat will be held mid-February—look for articles on both inside this issue.

PanVero Whole Bakery & Elixir is now open at Desierto Azul Boutique Hotel in Las Tunas. Stop by for healthy 100% gluten and dairy free treats at their takeout window.

Adornos Studio, also in Las Tunas, features artisan made clothing, ceramics, lighting, furniture, art, and jewelry.

Mexico Gourmet / The Third Wave Coffee has moved to a new location in Las Tunas. They still have great mezcales, wines, and serve fresh coffee, waffles, sandwiches, and toast.

Allende Books, in La Paz, is open for another successful season! Every Saturday they host an acoustic open mic “Unplugged in the Yard” in their courtyard. Besides their vast selection of adult and children’s books, you will find maps, travel guides, and language study books. You can also purchase t-shirts supporting the Pro-Paramedic group.

Looking for a sweet treat? Valma Chocolate luxury chocolates and bars are available at Pura Vida Health Food, Bésame Mucho Bazaar and other locations in Todos Santos.

In addition to fresh breads, Madre Santa Bakery has delicious cakes, pies, and now chickpea pastas.

We’d like to welcome some of our new advertisers this season—property manager Amy Rex and Galta Real Estate in Todos Santos; Ronival Real Estate in Todos Santos and Los Cabos; Coldwell Banker Real Estate in Todos Santos and Loreto; Pintu Sayer’s Todos Santos location; and Ballyhoo Fishing Tackle in Todos Santos.

All of us at Journal del Pacifico wish you a peaceful holiday time. We’ll see you in 2024 with our Winter issue. The deadline is January 10, 2024.

Holiday 2023/24 Deadline

Fall 2023 Bomberos cover by Kate Turning

Fall 2023 Bomberos cover by Kate Turning

Holiday / Navidad 2023/24
Deadline / Fecha Limite – November 10 /
10 de Noviembre

Hurricane season is over, and Baja California Sur is the place to be! Our next big issue is Holiday / Navidad issue—one of our most popular issues of the season.

Thank you for all your compliments on our Fall / Otoño 2023 issue with the fabulous Bomberos cover by Kate Turning.

Journal del Pacifico, in our 13th season, continues with our mission to support Southern Baja businesses and promote our beautiful peninsula. We love the excitement when we deliver each new issue in Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, San José del Cabo, the corridor, Loreto and El Triuinfo.

Contact us for ad space availability, prices, and sizes for this next issue!

Don’t wait! Contact us to participate in the upcoming Holiday / Navidad 2023/24 issue that covers mid-December 2023 through January 2024. We continue to promote area events, and publish beautiful artwork, stunning photography, exclusive stories, and profiles. As always, it is the features that make each issue a valuable resource to guide visitors and residents to the special qualities that make Baja California Sur a great place to live and a magical place to visit.

Every issue of Journal del Pacifico, la Revista de Baja California Sur, reaches 50,000 new and returning clients. 10,000 copies are distributed in Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, La Paz, San José del Cabo, the corridor, Loreto, and El Triunfo. Locals and visitors look for every issue to take home, share with friends, and visit online.

Our Readers: Print Readership: 50,000 (based on 5 readers per copy)
Male/Female: 41%/59%, ages 25 to 65+
American, Canadian, and International visitors and residents.
Upper-middle-class Mexican residents in Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, La Paz, Loreto, and Los Cabos.

Our website/blog journaldelpacifico.com features area information, events, articles, plus downloadable PDF versions of every issue for your clients, friends, and family to read wherever they are in the world.

Reserve your space, share your business news, events, and send your ads to: info@journaldelpacifico.com


Navidad 2023/24 Fecha Limite – 10 de Noviembre

¡Al fin terminó la temporada de huracanes y Baja California Sur es “EL LUGAR” donde estar! Nuestra próxima edición importante es la edición Navideña, una de las favoritas de la temporada.

Muchas gracias a todos por sus felicitaciones y comentarios positivos sobre nuestra edición de Otoño 2023 con la fabulosa portada de los Bomberos por la fotógrafa Kate Turning.

Journal del Pacífico en su treceava temporada, continua con su misión de apoyar a los negocios locales de Baja California Sur y promover nuestra hermosa península. Nos encanta la emoción que sentimos cada vez que hacemos las entregas de una nueva revista en Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, La Paz, San José del Cabo, El corredor, Loreto, y el Triunfo.

Por favor, envíanos un mensaje para consultar nuestras opciones de precios y tamaños de anuncios, así cómo disponibilidad de espacio.

¡No esperes más! Contáctanos para participar en nuestra próxima edición Navidad 2023 / 2024, que abarca desde mediados de Diciembre a Enero de 2024. Continuamos promoviendo eventos en la zona y publicando bellas obras de arte, fotografía impactante, artículos exclusivos, y perfiles de personajes locales. Como siempre, el contenido es el que convierte a nuestra publicación en un valioso recurso para los visitantes y residentes que desean conocer las cualidades especiales que hacen de Baja California Sur un lugar excelente para vivir y mágico para visitar.

Cada edición del Journal del Pacifico, la Revista de Baja California Sur, alcanza 50,000 clientes, nuevos y ya existentes. 10,000 copias se distribuyen en Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, La Paz, San José del Cabo, El Corredor, Loreto, y El Triunfo. Locales y visitantes esperan cada edición para llevársela a casa, compartir con amigos, y visitarnos en línea. Esta edición de colección, tendrá una vida de 12 meses en aparador, que los lectores utilizarán como referencia durante todo el año.

Nuestros lectores: lectores captados: 50,000 (basado en 5 lectores por copia).
Masculino/Femenino: 41%/59%, edades 25 a 65+
Americanos, Canadienses, visitantes internacionales y residentes-
Clase Media/Alta residentes Mexicanos en Todos Santos, El Pescadero, Los Cerritos, La Paz, Loreto y Los Cabos.

Nuestro sitio/Blog journaldelpacifico.com presenta información de area, eventos, artículos, más versiones de PDF para bajar de cada edición para sus clientes, amigos y familia para leerlo dondequiera que estén en el mundo.

Reserve su espacio, comparta las noticias de su negocio, eventos y mande sus anuncios a: info@journaldelpacifico.com

Holiday / Navidad 2022/23

Journal del Pacifico Fall 2022 cover by Kate TurningThank you for all the compliments we received on our Fall 2022 issue with its stunning Day of the Dead cover by Kate Turning.

In this issue, Lisa Demoney introduces us to Uli Martinez and his street art, which you can see throughout Baja California Sur including Todos Santos, La Paz, San José del Cabo.

Bryan Jáuregui of Todos Santos Eco Adventures tells us about regenerative farming in Baja California Sur.

And Ivonne Benítez of Hablando Mexicano tells us of the happiness of sharing and how you can brighten a local child’s holiday.

Todos Santos Open Studio Tour, Todos Santos, Baja, MexicoThe Artists of Todos Santos Open Studio Tour is back with over 30 participating artists! The tour weekend kicks off February 3 with a meet the artist opening reception, then two full days, February 4 and 5, in which to tour the artists’ studios. Tickets go on sale December 1.

Galería Militar has two exciting art openings coming up: December 9 through January 31, they will be featuring original paintings by Terryl Tagg. February 2 is the opening reception for Mark Gabriel’s Retro Tropical Jetset IV.

Hotel Gallo Azul has recently opened with 10 beautifully appointed rooms, four loft suites, and a large swimming pool. It is conveniently located in downtown Todos Santos, next to the Gallo Azul restaurant.

Hotels with a Heart is a new campaign raising awareness for the Padrino Children’s Foundation, which provides professional healthcare services to disadvantaged children in Todos Santos, Pescadero, and the surrounding area. See their ad this issue for a list of participating hotels.

St. Jude’s has opened a new 24-hour pharmacy on calle Degollado in Todos Santos. Besides medications they offer a large selection of medical equipment. St. Jude’s hospital offers home consultations, x-rays, ambulance and laboratory services.

Docecuarenta Casa de Café has added El Mercado at the Cañada del Diablo location. El Mercado is an upmarket mix of shops, offices, and galleries surrounding a relaxing courtyard area. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, 8 am to 9 pm.

Coming soon to Todos Santos, La Vibra Urban Condos with only eight, one-bedroom units. Pre-sales start in 2023. Contact Perla Garnica at Ricardo Amigo Real Estate for information.

Happy 15th anniversary to La Esquina Café! They are celebrating with live music December 29.

Pronto Muy Pronto in Casa Dracula across from La Esquina Café, has an eclectic mix of handmade Mexican clothing, swimwear, unique gifts, and home décor.

Mini Super Munchies in Pescadero will be holding bimonthly and weekly events such as “Meet the Artist,” little markets, guest chef pop-ups, and more. Check their Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Safe Storage Baja is now open at the south Cerritos entrance with 10 x 10 and 10 x 20 units. Their storage includes discounted airport transportation with Todos Santos Private Transportation, and 3-point security including 24-hour cameras, on-site security guard, and fully gated/walled property.

Tu Casa Concierge Property Management Service offers security, maintenance, and property management needs in the Cerritos area.

Valma Chocolate are handmade, luxury chocolates, truffles, and ganache filled tarts. You can find them in Bésame Mucho Bazaar, Pura Vida, Qué Rico Foods, and Kalma flower shop, or place a direct order.

Miguel’s Restaurant has new hours this season. They are open Tuesday through Sunday, noon to 9 pm, closed Monday.

The 10th annual Todos Santos Writers Workshop (TSWW) takes place January 28 – February 8th this year. See their ad and our events column for more information.

Artist Anne Hebebrand will be holding Cold Wax technique workshops in January and March at the Barro Sur Studio in Todos Santos. Look for more information in our events column as well.

We will see you next with our Winter 2023 issue. The deadline is January 10.

Navidad 2020

Journal del Pacifico Fall 2020 cover by Kate TurningThank you for all the compliments on our Fall 2020 issue with the fabulous Day of the Dead cover by Kate Turning.

This issue, we are pleased to feature a piece from artist/photographer Emanuela Gardner’s Fantasia collection to adorn our Navidad cover. You can see more of her fun and whimsical photographs throughout the issue and at Galería de Todos Santos.

Bryan Jáuregui of Todos Santos Eco Adventures tells the fascinating story of the Juan Cuevas family that has made their home on Isla El Partido in the Sea of Cortez since 1923.

The Loft@Nomad ChicThe Loft @ Nomad Chic is a new private event  space that is a welcome refuge for those seeking inspiring experiences while staying safe this season. See the article in this issue and our events listings for all the sensational shows taking place in person and online.

Zócalo by LOVELeigh is excited to be opening, this December, a second location in Todos Santos, on the corner of Topete and Benito Juárez in the Plaza Antigua. Zócalo is an ethical artist collective with artists and brands from México and beyond. A portion of every sale is contributed to three local charities (dog rescue, recycling center, and a children’s not-for-profit). You can still find their fashions at the Pescadero location next to Baja Beans (formerly LOVELeigh Designs).

Madre Santa Panadería is a small Todos Santos family business that was born in the middle of the global pandemic. They offer freshly prepared handmade bread, desserts, and cakes that are fashioned by merging basic and modern techniques. These methods reflect the passion, care, and experience that create delicious and memorable flavors. Madre Santa Panadería unites tradition with the tastes and desires of today’s Todosanteños.

Hacienda Sydney is a luxurious beachfront estate located in the Las Tunas area of Todos Santos. This unique location would be ideal for a boutique hotel, corporate retreat, or one-acre family compound. See their ad for more information.

Ellen Waterston’s Writing Ranch (www.writingranch.com) and Serendipity hotel have teamed up to offer a COVID-safe environment for the eleventh annual “Writing Down the Baja” creative writing retreat–NEW DATES June 26 – July 4, 2021. See our article for more information.

In spite of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Padrino Children’s Foundation continues to grow and serve the children of Todos Santos and the surrounding areas. They welcome pediatrician Dra. Mitzy Cervantes Malagón from Mexico City to their staff in December. Dra. Cervantes Malagón will be the first resident pediatrician in Todos Santos. Jessica L. Avila Franco will also be joining as the second staff psychologist. In addition, Todos Santos community member Adali Parks has been added as a member of the Board of Directors.
The Padrino Children’s Foundation has initiated a new collaboration with the Centro de Salud—the Early Stimulation program for new mothers and their babies—which is designed to support optimal neurodevelopment and identify medical issues early in life, when they are most treatable. For more information or to support the programs, visit
www.padrinocf.org or call 612-145-0506.

Looking for garage doors, windows, doors, and hurricane protection for your home? With Pacific Door’s wide variety of professional brand partners, you’ll find the perfect complement to your home. See their ad for more information.

Have you tried Valma Chocolates? Her handmade chocolates are created from 70% dark organic bean to bar made by solar energy and love. To order for you holiday pleasure, see the Valma Shakti ad.

Baja Mandala and Sueño Tropical have teamed up to offer their certified organic produce, essential oils, chocolates, and handmade personal products at the San José del Cabo Farmer’s market on Saturdays and the new Terra Santa Farmer’s market coming to Todos Santos in the La Cachora huertas on Sundays. They are also offering their farm harvest boxes begining in December and you can contact them for group farm tours too!

La Esquina Café is open on the otro lado of Todos Santos with new hours, offering the same good food and good times. Their popular local’s market is happening every Wednesday and they’ve added Saturday movie nights under the stars.

Kilometro del Jugete is your opportunity to help bring a smile to a child’s face this holiday season. Amamos Nuestro Pueblo is an organization with a focus to help the most vulnerable in our community. President Rouss Ramírez of Bésame Mucho Bazaar, believes in helping others and strengthening Mexican traditions in Todos Santos. Their goal this holiday season is to bring toys and smiles to the children of the agricultural fields, including Melitón Albañez, where there are around 700 children, the vast majority between two and eight years old. Please donate toys, clothes, or other items in good condition. Drop off locations for donations in Todos Santos are at Bésame Mucho Bazaar, Hablando Mexicano, and Hotel Guaycura. In La Paz, in Bisuteria Valentina’s, (calle Agustin Olachea and Tijeretas, local 4), and in Cabo at LocoMotion on Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 181, local 3. For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos

Lic. Norberto López Aguirre is a certified English to Spanish and Spanish to English translator. See his ad for contact information for all your translation needs.

We wish you a safe and happy holiday season! We’ll see you with our Winter 2021 issue. Deadline is January 9, 2021.