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CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico, Jan. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Diamante Cabo San Lucas, a private oceanfront community on the Pacific Coast, announced today that the Diamante Dunes Course was named the #1 New International Golf Course in 2010 byGolf Magazine.

The Dunes Course at Diamante is a brand-new 18 hole golf course designed by professional golfer and current U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Davis Love III. The private golf facility also includes a state-of-the-art practice facility with private hitting caves and slider bar, along with a cantina, pro shop and locker rooms.

The Dunes Course has opened to acclaim from the golf press, including appearances on the front covers of Links Magazine, Golf Life & Travel, Golf Destinations and Best Golf Guide to Mexico. The Dunes Course is also currently under consideration forGolf Magazine’s “Top 100 in the World,” which will be announced in September 2011.

“This recognition from Golf Magazine is a testament to the hard work Davis and our development team has put in over the last four years,” said Diamante Cabo San Lucas founder and developer Ken Jowdy.

“Ken Jowdy and I have been friends for a long time, and I’m very thankful to Ken and his team for letting us build this course,” said Davis Love III. ”We wanted this to be our finest golf course design and not just something that we put our names on, and I think we accomplished that here at Diamante Dunes.”

Golf Magazine reaches more than 6 million readers every month and is considered the industry’s leading golf publication.

ABOUT DIAMANTE CABO SAN LUCAS

Diamante Cabo San Lucas is a private oceanfront community located on the Pacific Coast within the city limits of Cabo San Lucas. Diamante spans approximately 1,500 acres of pristine land with 1.5 miles of stunning Pacific coastline featuring large natural coast dunes. The Diamante site is located approximately four miles, and a 10 minute drive from downtown Cabo San Lucas.

SOURCE Diamante Cabo San Lucas,Mexonline.com

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Patzcuaro (PAHTZ-kwah-roh) is a small colonial gem in the state of Michoacan, a land of immense natural beauty. Michoacan’s countryside is a vast expanse of rolling hills, deep lakes, winding rivers and green valleys. Patzcuaro is found on hills above one of the lakes; Lake Patzcuaro. Volcanic activity and the state’s latitude position helps create a setting not unlike Hawaii. Rich soil supports lush jungle-like vegetation, with spectacular mountain landscapes, and velveteen pasturelands. The state has few large cities, but rather is a quilt of small villages and towns that have changed little since the early 1800′s . Its pace is leisurely, its people friendly, and its Spanish colonial and indigenous heritage rich.

Janitzio Island in the middle of Lake Patzcuaro

Patzcuaro and the state of Michoacan has a fascinating yet tragic past. The region has been inhabited for hundreds of years by the indigenous Purepecha Indians or Tarascansas the early Spaniards referred to them. The Purepecha developed the most advanced pre-Columbian society in western Mexico. They resisted Aztec domination for decades, only to be brutally defeated by the Spanish in the early 16th century. Somewhat fortunately, the early Spanish development of this area was guided by the gentle and kind stewardship of Vasco de Quiroga, a bishop who made great strides to restore the land and its people. Today Purepecha descendants number over 120,000.

Patzcuaro’s traditional architecture

Patzcuaro rests 5 kms. south of the shore of tranquil Lake Patzcuaro. It is 58 kms. southwest of Morelia, and midpoint between Morelia and Uruapan. It is a beautiful town (population 45,000) with graceful colonial architecture, vibrant native markets, and a strong Indian village atmosphere.Bishop Vasco de Quiroga did his most important work here and led a building boom in the 16th century that left several splendid colonial buildings. The city has two central plazas and several smaller squares. A jumbled series of narrow cobbled lanes wind past former colonial era mansions.

Sightseeing includes the Museo Regional de Artes Populares, an excellent overview of Michoacan handicrafts housed in the site where Bishop Quiroga founded the first university on the American continent in 1540. The Plaza Principal is bordered by arched 17th century mansions overlooking a central fountain and statue of Quiroga.

The city’s second main plaza, the Plaza Gertrudis Bocanegra, is the site of the village’s colorful Mercado de Artesanias and the theater, Teatro Emperador Caltzontzin. Other colonial gems include the Casa de los 11 Patios, Templo y Ex-convento Jesuita, and the lovely Basilica Virgen de la Salud.

You can take a short boat ride to the island of Janitzio, an interesting native crafts and fishing village in the middle of Lake Patzcuaro. An enormous statue of revolutionary heroJose Maria Morelos crowns the island. Fisherman with butterfly nets fish the lake’s shallow waters. It is also the site of one of Mexico’s better Day of the Dead celebrations.

Festivals in Patzcuaro

Festivals abound here. Día de los Muertos (day of the dead) activities are especially prominent here. Between the last few days of October and the first two days of November, you will see some of the finer traditions of the Mexican/Indigenous culture. Traditional activities include celebrating the return of dead friends and family at the cemetery with meals, drinks and music. Family members and friends also clean and decorate the grave sites. Other festivities include in-town dances and shows, arts & crafts markets, regional and seasonal foods and candies, strolling musicians and lively plazas.    Resources: Mexonline.com

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Many visit Mexico specifically to enjoy their favorite sport or activity. Whether it’s kiteboarding, surfing, sailing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, rock climbing, mountain climbing, camping, bird-watching, kayaking, hunting or river-rafting, Mexico has it all.

CANCUN

Cancun has the beautiful beaches and crystal clear water that are perfect for some outdoor and ocean fun. For the person looking for things to do in Cancun, there is no shortage of activities or of services to help you make the most of your stay here. Here are some of the most popular activities:

Diving & Fishing
The waters surrounding Cancun are legendary for their clarity and diversity. You can snorkel right off the beach or scuba dive/snorkel over the “Mayan Reef” on Mexico’s Caribbean. Most of the good snorkeling on Cancun can be done off the Punta Cancun, near the convention center and Forum shopping center. The water is calm and there are rental services available.

Famous dive spots like Palancar, El Bajito, Manchones and Chitales are all nearby can be found off of Cozumel, about an hour south of Cancun. There is also the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks, offshore from Isla Mujeres, where divers can sometimes “pet” the sharks. Isla Mujeres is probably the most scenic place in the area for diving & snorkeling though, and the reefs just offshore at 10′ to 40′ deep are perfect for snorkeling or scuba diving.

Deep sea fishing is available throughout Cancun, although it is not well known for that sport. Marlin, sailfish, tuna and dorado are available during their respective seasons.

Golf
Cancun has 4 18-hole golf courses available for the avid golfer. In Cancun you’ll find one at each tip of the island. The other two courses are found to the south on the Mayan Riviera.

Kayaking & Windsurfing
Kayakers & windsurfers will find Cancun’s waters perfect for your enjoyment. For calmer waters, try the protected Nichupté Lagoon or the northern end of Cancun Island. Jet skiing, parasailing and regular sailing are also popular in this water paradise.

Bullfights
Every wednesday, you’ll find the classic struggle of man (bullfighter or torrero) against beast (bull or toro) downtown at the Plaza de Toros Cancun. Dances, cockfights and traditional cuisine can sometimes be experienced here also. A word of caution: bullfighting is a blood sport, so if you are not ready for that kind of visual it might be best to pass on that activity.

Side Trips

Actun Chen
Actun Chen is about an hour from Cancún on the road to Tulúm. The name means “cave with an underground river inside,” but the words only hint at the underground grandeur. The main cave of three, over 600 yards long and with a magnificent vault, has been illuminated and supplied with paths for easy walking. There are thousands of intriguing stalactites, stalagmites and natural sculptures, as well as a crystal-clear cenote forty feet deep. Trained guides escort visitors, giving a combination history lesson and geology class.

Around is the jungle, with special trails through the tropical vegetation that may reveal some of the local wildlife: white-tailed deer, a badger, a spider monkey, an iguana or a wild turkey. There is a restaurant, and rest rooms — but otherwise, the 988 acres of Aktun Chen remain as they have been for millennia.

Tres Rios
Tres Rios, stretching inland from a pristine mile-long white sand beach just 25 miles from Cancun, encompasses subtropical jungle and mangroves, covers 370 acres and offers a prime selection of cenotes — the pools where the area’s underground rivers break through to the surface. Only in Tres Rios are these cenotes at ground level, found in the shallow rivers that run to the sea.

At Tres Rios visitors can walk or bicycle through the jungle, canoe down the river, kayak in the sea, ride a horse along the beach, snorkel in the river or on the park’s outstanding section of the Great Mayan Reef. For the less adventurous, there are hammocks to swing in, sandcastles to build, delicious ceviches of marinated fish to enjoy… and a few simple rules to help ensure that the next generation will find the park as it is today.

Xpu-Ha
Just over 50 miles south of the resort, Xpu-Ha (shpoo-ha) offers close contact with nature, and a chance for visitors to make it part of their lives. Of its 91.5 acres, only 3% has been developed: to build access roads, install bathrooms and showers, and provide two snack bars, as well as a beautiful seaside restaurant, La Palapa. There are sunbathing areas, places for soccer and volleyball, and shops where aquatic equipment for snorkeling or scuba can be rented. There is even a beginner’s dive class.

Ranked among the most diverse environments in North America, Xpu-Ha is a sanctuary for rare birds, some of them endangered, and for protected species such as crocodiles, sea turtles, native deer and snakes. Walks along nature trails are led by expert guides, who explain and interpret, simply and memorably, the many types of vegetation and the geological features, as well as the fauna.

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Cancun Youth Festivals
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International Music Festivals
Enjoy the World’s Finest Beaches
Cancun * Tel: (998) 206-2145

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Swim and Interact with Dolphins
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Dolphin Swim, Kayaking, Scuba, Snorkeling, Snuba, Sea Trek, Zip Line, Bungee
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Isla Mujeres * Tel: 1-800-417-1736

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MayaLand Tours
Visit the Archaeological Zones of Chichen Itza & Uxmal
Deluxe Accommodations, Luxury Motor Coaches
Guided Tours & Driving Adventures
Robalo 30, SM3 * US Tel: (800) 235-4079 * Fax: (998) 884-2201

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Calle 55 #495, A & 58 * Tel: (999) 924-1199

Resources: Mexonline.com

Re-Published or Posted by AetnaJo Buitron on May 9, 2011

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Have you been thinking about getting married in Mexico? Many couples see Mexico as a wonderful and exciting place to get married and it’s both affordable and convenient. Wedding planners can take almost all of the hassle out of the process and make life easier for the bride and groom. Be sure to check our resources first to help you in your plans, in our Getting Married in Mexico section. Mexonline.com.

Getting married in Mexico has become an extremely popular option for people from all over the world, who often combine their wedding ceremony with their honeymoon vacation. Below, you’ll find a general list of information on what needs to be done to be able to get married in Mexico. Please remember that this information is general, and can vary from state to state. Please check with the proper authorities, or you may choose a wedding coordinator (both are listed below).

Civil ceremonies are the only ones recognized in Mexico. A religious ceremony can be had, but it isn’t considered official.

You must have tourist cards and/or a visa plus passports. No Mexican residential requirements are applicable. Marriages are performed at the “Oficina del Registro Civil” (Civil Registers Office) for a fee ( ranging from $100 to $250 in resort areas). Every city and small town has an office. Most people in this office do not speak English. This is where a wedding coordinator comes in handy if you don’t speak Spanish. The marriage ceremony can be performed elsewhere, but please check with the office for information and extra fees.

If you are ivorced people cannot marry in Mexico until one year after their finalized divorce (this may vary in different areas and proof of divorce may be enough). Minors under 18 can not marry without written & notarized permission from a parent or legal guardian. Some states may require a waiting period of a few days.

You’ll need to present the following;

• A current passport with tourist card or visa (make copies of each)
• Certified copies of your birth certificate
• An application stating whether that you wish to marry (available at the Civil Registers Office)
• If divorced in Mexico, a certificated decree from the Mexican Consular Office
• A blood test done in Mexico (the CRO will recommend a doctor/clinic) – There is a fee (as high as $60 in some resorts)
• Two legally qualified witnesses (over 18) who must be present for each person

You’ll receive your copy of the marriage certificate at the CRO. Make sure you get certified copies now, so you don’t have to go through the trouble at a later date.

NOTE: Foreigners wishing to marry Mexican citizens must obtain authorization from the National Institute of Migration (Instituto Nacional de Migracion). This will take a bit longer and there will be more paper work to process.

Resources: Mexonline.com

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Batopilas

Batopilas’ local church

Although there were various mining centers that were formed at the bottom of some canyons, such as Urique, Maguarichi, Uruachi and Ocampo, none can compare with the mineral richness of the Batopilas Canyon. The veins of La Bufa and those of the town of Batopilas itself reached renown of a world level. Its mining towns and mines characterize and identify this canyon. Among the outstanding are La Bufa, Batopilas, Cerro Colorado, the Raramuri communities of Munérachi and La Yerbabuena, and the Jesuit mission of Satevó.In spite of the fact that the climate is extreme in the high regions of the canyon range, in the winter it is possible to admire a curious phenomenon – while the surrounding peaks are covered with snow the depths of the canyon are a subtropical or tropical climate year around. Due to this, towns like Batopilas have flora and fauna with many different characteristics than in the Sierras above. Oranges, papaya, mango, avocado are regular staples of the habitants. Bougainvillas and tabachine (a flowering tree) are among the tropical vegetation. Animals may include parrots, rosy boas, deer, and even possibly jaguar.

A Brief Bit of History – Batopilas is considered the “Treasure of the Sierra Madre” because of it’s historic past and present beauty. Founded in 1709 as San Pedro de Batopilas when the Batopilas mines were discovered, the small pueblo slowly, but steadily flourished due to this mining activity.

The Jesuit mission of San Miguel de Satevó, just outside the town, is known as the “Lost Mission” as there are no records describing it’s existence. Believed to have been constructed in the 1760′s, the mission is one of the canyon’s best preserved. It’s setting is ideal near the edge of the Batopilas River.

The silver mines of Batopilas were some of the richest in Mexico. In the 18th and 19th century both Spaniards and Mexicans gained great wealth out of the area. American John Robinson purchased an old claim in 1861 which turned out to have a large, hidden vein. He decided to sell the claim to fellow American Alexander Shepherd for $600,000 US in 1880.

Alexander Shepherd was the last mayor of Washington, D.C. and had been ousted under unproven corruption charges. Once Shepherd moved his family to Batopilas, he filed over 350 mining claims and formed the Batopilas Mining Company. His mines became some of the wealthiest in the world at their peak.

Noting the difficulty and time (over eight days) of transporting the silver ore to Chihuahua, Shepherd opened his own facilities and foundry along the river at his Hacienda San Miguel. Over 20 million ounces of silver were extracted from the mines, and this great wealth allowed Shepherd to bring cultural events and technological advances to this once sleepy town. Batopilas was the second city in Mexico to have electricty. His hydroelectric works provide the towns power still and he also built an aqueduct which is still in use today. So famous for it’s wealth were Shepherd’s mines that Pancho Villa once robbed a mule shipment of $40,000 US in silver bars.

Alexander Shepherd died in 1902, leaving the mines to his sons who ceased operation in 1920, although other miners would later try unsuccessfully to restart the old mines. In 1938, one son, Grant Shepherd, wrote The Silver Magnet about life in Batopilas and Alexander Shepherd. It is an excellent description about this once world famous town.

Ruins of the Alexander Shepherd’s Hacienda San Miguel Tropical vegetation in Batopilas  The 17th century “Lost Mission” of Satevó Today, the town of Batopilas is a community of 800 inhabitants, but in it’s greatest mining period at the end of the 19th century, it had up to 7,000 inhabitants. It has preserved, to a great extent, it’s architectural heritage from the richness of those times.

To get to Batopilas

Local miner on the road to Batopilas

You can get here either from Creel or Guachochi,  but either way you will need to take the road that connects them. At kilometer 70, take the detour to Samachique. From here it’s 55 kilometers on a dirt road which descends dramatically to Batopilas giving you some of the canyon’s most exceptional views. Use caution as this road has some sharp cutbacks and is rather narrow in some areas. La Bufa is the perfect spot for a commanding view of the Batopilas Canyon system.Most visitors choose to take a tour company to the canyon’s bottom, both for the safety factor of an experienced canyon driver, and for the opportunity to take photos and take in the view. Most drivers will pull over upon request. Creel is the perfect place to set up this trip.

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Huatulco In the late 1960′s the Mexican government began an ambitious tourism development strategy. The goal was to identify new beach resort sites, and then build integrated master-planned resorts. The 35-kilometer stretch of pristine bays, coves and inlets known as the Bahias de Huatulco or Bays of Huatulco (wah-TOOL-co) in southern Oaxaca, Mexico was one section of coastline targeted.

This world class resort has become Mexico’s most ambitious tourism project. In fact, Huatulco is Mexico’s first “ecotourism” resort. The majority of the project’s approximately 52,000 acres are to be held as ecological preserves.

Huatulco is one of Mexico’s most relaxed destinations. The centerpiece of Huatulco’s appeal are the nine bays encompassing 36 beaches and numerous inlets and coves, each with its own unique setting and ecology. All are known for lovely beaches of golden sand and crystal clear water. Some are so primitive that they are only accessible by boat. Only three of the bays are “tourist ready” with visitor facilities.

Tangolunda Bay is the grandest of Huatulco’s bays, Santa Cruz is home to the marina and the the small city of Santa Cruz, and Chahue (CHAH-way)is the area’s largest with three long stretches of sandy beach. Most visitors will visit these areas and the small, charming city of La Crucecita (about a mile inland).

Huatulco is located in the beautiful, colorful state of Oaxaca and is only 40 minutes by air from the capital city of Oaxaca. Oaxaca City’s awesome archaeological sites, colorful markets, rich colonial architecture and fascinating native cultures make a perfect match for Huatulco’s coastal attractions. Huatulco is also an excellent gateway for exploring the coastal villages of Puerto Escondido and Puerto Angel, two of Oaxaca’s coastal gems.

Huatulco, too, is rich with ancient indian history. Zapotec, Mixtec and Aztecs merchants established and important trade route through the region. Following the conquest, the coastal village of Santa Cruz Huatulco served as a harbor and shipyard for the Spaniards, however, the establishment of the Acapulco-Orient trade route in 1560 led to an immediate decline in Huatulco’s development. The settlement was raided by English pirates in the late 16th century, and the area’s villages lingered for centuries as sleepy outposts.

At present Huatulco’s dining, shopping and nightlife are just emerging. Sightseeing includes popular bay tours, ecological excursions, beach combing, and horseback riding. The sports scene offers tennis, every imaginable water sport, and golf. Huatulco also has some of the clearest water on Mexico’s Pacific coast, and their are some great diving and snorkeling spots.

Putting it all together, Huatulco offers that hard-to find combination of deluxe facilities and an unspoiled natural setting. All this, plus the allure of nearby Oaxaca city, makes a Huatulco an enticing destinations.

Enjoy!

Resource: Mexonline.com

RePublished or Posted on April 8, 2011 by AetnaJo Buitron

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