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Las Playas... The Beaches! : Welcome to Mazatlan... meet a beach! Las Playas... several of them, all strung out along seventeen miles of Mazatlan's coastline. Come choose your favorite!

Las Playas... The Beaches!

Welcome to Mazatlan... meet a beach! Las Playas... several of them, a ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:18am PST

Combate 2010 : Each year, on Saturday night, during Mazatlán's CARNAVAL, the skies over Olas Altas beach explode in the Combate Naval. This ship-to-shore battle, fought in fireworks, commemorates the Battle of Mazatlán in 1864, when a small local force successfully repelled invading troops from a French warship.

Combate 2010

Each year, on Saturday night, during Mazatlán's CARNAVAL, the skies ...

Updated: Feb 25, 2010 4:15pm PST

Sunsets : Mazatlan, Pearl of the Pacific, has some of the most spectacular sunsets .... I could tell you about these photos, but I think sunsets should be enjoyed in peace and quiet, so I'll sit back and let you enjoy these sunsets without any jabbering on my part.... enjoy!

Sunsets

Mazatlan, Pearl of the Pacific, has some of the most spectacular sunse ...

Updated: Feb 25, 2010 3:53pm PST

Entertainment :

Entertainment

Updated: Feb 14, 2010 9:17pm PST

Sharing Paradise : Living in Paradise is a rough job, but it's gotta get done, so my friends and I have volunteered. Turns out, it's not such a bad job, after all, once we got the 'relaxing' part figured out.

Sharing Paradise

Living in Paradise is a rough job, but it's gotta get done, so my frie ...

Updated: Feb 14, 2010 9:05pm PST

Plazuela Machado : Plazuela Machado is considered the heart of Old Mazatlan... Named for the Filipino immigrant who donated the land for the plazuela, Juan Machado, this was, at one time, the commercial center of Mazatlan. Nowadays, the plazuela itself and the 19th-century buildings that line the plaza have been exquisitely restored to their earlier splendor, and the Plazuela Machado has transpired into the cultural center of the city. On any given evening, a stroll along the tree-lined sidewalks skirting the plazuela provides a treat for both eyes and ears. Stop for a few minutes' rest on one of the many park benches along the walkway or choose one of the several cafes and restaurants that line the plazuela, and enjoy local musical offerings with a meal or snack.

Plazuela Machado

Plazuela Machado is considered the heart of Old Mazatlan... Named for ...

Updated: Feb 14, 2010 8:41pm PST

The Great Parrot Caper : Conservation and Rehabilitation of the Habitat (CONREHABIT) is a non-profit association based in Mazatlan, and dedicated to increasing awareness of the effects of economic development on the fragile Mexican tropical dry forest ecosystem. promotes conservation efforts in northwestern Mexico, actively seeks to educate the public in the importance of conservation, works with governmental agencies to minimize the detrimental effects of development on the local ecosystem, and maintains facilities for the study of, and rehabilitation of wildlife.

The Great Parrot Caper

Conservation and Rehabilitation of the Habitat (CONREHABIT) is a non-p ...

Updated: Jan 25, 2010 8:36pm PST

Loro de Oro Inn : Loro de Oro Inn is located in Mazatlan's Historical Center, half a block from Plazuela Machado, and a short walk from the ocean.

Loro de Oro Inn

Loro de Oro Inn is located in Mazatlan's Historical Center, half a blo ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2009 8:17pm PST

"Te Amo Lucy's" : My friends, Luci & Tony, are your hosts at Te Amo Lucy's, in the historical center of Mazatlan. Let's go... Luci's cooking!

"Te Amo Lucy's"

My friends, Luci & Tony, are your hosts at Te Amo Lucy's, in the histo ...

Updated: Nov 13, 2009 5:55am PST

Malecón : Stretching from the Golden Zone all the way to old town, and beyond, Mazatlan's ocean-front boardwalk, called the Malecón, is a popular place to take a walk, exercise, and enjoy spectacular ocean views and cool breezes, and to visit some of Mazatlan's many monuments and beachfront restaurants. When we need our 'Ocean' fix, we simply head for the Malecon, to take a walk and watch the waves come rolling in.

Malecón

Stretching from the Golden Zone all the way to old town, and beyond, M ...

Updated: Oct 03, 2009 8:12pm PST

Stormy Days : Stormy Days happen, even in Paradise... Mazatlan gets its share of stormy days during the summer and fall months.

Stormy Days

Stormy Days happen, even in Paradise... Mazatlan gets its share of sto ...

Updated: Aug 17, 2009 1:36pm PST

Topolo's :

Topolo's

Updated: Jul 02, 2009 1:46pm PST

Carnavals Past : Carnaval is an official Mexican holiday that kicks off a five-day celebration before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Carnaval is celebrated exuberantly with parades, floats, costumes, music and dancing in the streets. In Mexico, many cities have Carnaval celebrations to various degrees, but the biggest events take place in the port cities, with the largest of all in our home town. Mazatlan's Carnaval is said to attract well over 300,000 people, making it the third largest such event behind Rio de Janeiro and New Orleans.

Carnavals Past

Carnaval is an official Mexican holiday that kicks off a five-day cele ...

Updated: May 16, 2009 6:23pm PST

Maps!! : Ok, no sense in passing the maps off as my own work, so I'll admit up front: I borrowed 'em. Fair 'nuff?

Maps!!

Ok, no sense in passing the maps off as my own work, so I'll admit up ...

Updated: Mar 25, 2009 9:20pm PST

Around Mazatlan : Come on in.... and see some of the views that make Mazatlan so interesting...

Around Mazatlan

Come on in.... and see some of the views that make Mazatlan so interes ...

Updated: Mar 16, 2009 5:45pm PST

Iglesias : Mazatlan is home to many lovely churches, including the Catedral Basilica de Imaculada Concepcion.

Iglesias

Mazatlan is home to many lovely churches, including the Catedral Basil ...

Updated: Mar 14, 2009 1:38pm PST

Port and Bay : Long before foreign tourists 'discovered' Mazatlan, it was a city with a purpose... namely, fishing, shrimping and shipping. For a busy port, I find it always interesting, always bustling and ... at the same time, always tranquil. Here are some of my own photos, and some I've garnered from other sources. Enjoy! My disclaimer.... I've marked a few of the photos in this album as belonging to the Sinaloa Film Commission. All the rest are my own photography. Enjoy!

Port and Bay

Long before foreign tourists 'discovered' Mazatlan, it was a city wit ...

Updated: Mar 14, 2009 1:23pm PST

Clinica de Jesus :

Clinica de Jesus

Updated: Mar 13, 2009 6:51pm PST

El Bigote's :

El Bigote's

Updated: Jan 14, 2009 8:05pm PST

Los Sauces : We came to Mazatlan to 'live the life' amongst the people, learn the culture and ... our snow-white hair excepting ... to blend into our neighborhood. Come on... let me show you around Los Sauces

Los Sauces

We came to Mazatlan to 'live the life' amongst the people, learn the ...

Updated: Dec 27, 2008 10:15am PST

Centro Historico : These are photos I've taken on my 'walks' around the Centro Historico area of Mazatlan. Enjoy!

Centro Historico

These are photos I've taken on my 'walks' around the Centro Historico ...

Updated: Dec 12, 2008 7:02pm PST

Old Maz Photos : I've collected some old-timey Mazatlan photos and postcards to share with you.... since I wasn't around when they were taken, I'll admit that these are the works of other photographers... my thanks to the owners of these photos, and especially Jose Luis Rice (for his generosity!), who have so graciously allowed me to use them. Enjoy!

Old Maz Photos

I've collected some old-timey Mazatlan photos and postcards to share w ...

Updated: Sep 15, 2008 3:16pm PST

Flying In! :

Flying In!

Updated: Sep 12, 2008 11:11pm PST

The Good Life : Here, I'll share random photos of some of the things that contribute to life in Mazatlan, and Mexico, being 'the good life'.....

The Good Life

Here, I'll share random photos of some of the things that contribute t ...

Updated: May 26, 2008 9:31am PST

America's Tall Ship : The U.S.C.G Barque EAGLE visited Mazatlan, and welcomed the public onborad for a tour

America's Tall Ship

The U.S.C.G Barque EAGLE visited Mazatlan, and welcomed the public onb ...

Updated: May 15, 2008 10:53am PST

Sergio's Here! : Meet my friend, Sergio

Sergio's Here!

Meet my friend, Sergio

Updated: May 05, 2008 8:29pm PST

Niñito Jesus de Mazatlán : There's a great story behind these photos..... I'm still trying to confirm the details.... come back in a few weeks...

Niñito Jesus de Mazatlán

There's a great story behind these photos..... I'm still trying to con ...

Updated: May 01, 2008 8:24pm PST

Taqueria Ruly : One of my favorie daytime taco stops, whenever I'm in the La Juarez area of Mazatlan, Taqueria Ruly first caught my attention by the smell of carne asada...

Taqueria Ruly

One of my favorie daytime taco stops, whenever I'm in the La Juarez ar ...

Updated: May 01, 2008 6:51pm PST

Fiesta de Cumpleaños : Celia celebrated her birthday with good friends, good food, and good BANDA music!

Fiesta de Cumpleaños

Celia celebrated her birthday with good friends, good food, and good B ...

Updated: May 01, 2008 4:57pm PST

Getting Around : Getting around Mazatlan can be an adventure. Let's take a look...

Getting Around

Getting around Mazatlan can be an adventure. Let's take a look...

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 9:17pm PST

Welcome, Visitors! : Welcome to Mazatlan .... I hope the Reads, the Swatmans and the Larners enjoyed their visit as much as I did!

Welcome, Visitors!

Welcome to Mazatlan .... I hope the Reads, the Swatmans and the Larner ...

Updated: Feb 13, 2008 3:23pm PST

Playa Punto Cerritos : Playa Cerritos is at the north end of Mazatlan's long stretch of beautiful beaches. In years past, Playa Cerritos was where local families went to unwind at week's end. Today, there's a new RV park, and a strip of locales.... small stores and restaurants.... where once there were only souvenir and beachwear vendors. A few of the original open-air seafood restaurants are stil there, but the 'flavor' of Cerritos Point is forever changed.....

Playa Punto Cerritos

Playa Cerritos is at the north end of Mazatlan's long stretch of beaut ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2008 11:17am PST

Carnaval 2007 : Carnaval Mazatlan.... the world's third largest Carnaval celebration, after Rio de Janeiro & New Orleans' Mardi Gras...

Carnaval 2007

Carnaval Mazatlan.... the world's third largest Carnaval celebration, ...

Updated: Oct 05, 2007 10:14am PST

El Memin :

El Memin

Updated: Apr 24, 2007 4:39pm PST

El Atrancon : Atrancon means 'the big feed', and that's what you'll get when you venture out of town, to nearby Walamo, for seafood or carne asada at El Atracon.

El Atrancon

Atrancon means 'the big feed', and that's what you'll get when you ven ...

Updated: Apr 24, 2007 2:51pm PST

What's Cookin'? : Some of Mazatlan's BEST-KEPT SECRETS!

What's Cookin'?

Some of Mazatlan's BEST-KEPT SECRETS!

Updated: Apr 20, 2007 7:39pm PST

Ingenuity : "Thinking Outside the Box!"

Ingenuity

"Thinking Outside the Box!"

Updated: Sep 24, 2006 10:42am PST

Villa Branta Negra : A great Villa on Mazatlan's white sand beach, Branta Negra is the place to be for a family getaway!

Villa Branta Negra

A great Villa on Mazatlan's white sand beach, Branta Negra is the plac ...

Updated: Jul 24, 2006 7:30pm PST

New Techo :

New Techo

Updated: May 28, 2006 2:37pm PST

Carnaval 2005 : Ahhhhh! Carnaval Mazatlan.... what could be more exciting? Each year, there's something more about Carnaval that we love, and each year, we marvel at the ingenuity of those who spend an entire year preparing for the world's third greatest Mardi Gras celebration.... Carnaval Mazatlan! Come... let's go to the parade on Tuesday afternoon and evening.... YES, it begins in the late afternoon and lasts for several hours, long past nightfall. Come look!

Carnaval 2005

Ahhhhh! Carnaval Mazatlan.... what could be more exciting? Each year, ...

Updated: Feb 28, 2006 11:19pm PST

Festival de los Pueblos :

Festival de los Pueblos

Updated: Feb 28, 2006 4:10pm PST

La Taquiza : Chances are, you have no idea what a 'taquiza' is! You're not the only one! Another BKS (best kept secret!) of the Mexican culture, the taquiza is proving to be just what we've been looking for in party planning. For starters, it helps if you know someone who has the reputation of being a great carne asada cook. You contact that person and start negotiating for them to come to your casa with their asador (bbq) and however many kilos of marinated meat needed to feed the hungry gang. Negotiations will also determine if all the food will be provided, or only the meat. It's called a taquiza because the usual food is, of course, the taco, but other dishes can be included as well, and prepared by you and your friends or the 'cocinero', cook. The taquiza starts with the cochera or street in front of your casa being cleaned, then tables and chairs are set out, the asador and cocinero arrive with the meat, and .... well, take a look for yourself....

La Taquiza

Chances are, you have no idea what a 'taquiza' is! You're not the only ...

Updated: May 10, 2005 5:17pm PST

Flota Sabalo Sport Fishing : Our friends, Manuel & Lorenzo Valdez are owner/operators of Flota Sabalo, one of the oldest and most experienced Charter Fishing Fleets in Mazatlan. Manuel was Captain of John Wayne's yacht for twelve years, while Lorenzo was part of the crew.

Flota Sabalo Sport Fishing

Our friends, Manuel & Lorenzo Valdez are owner/operators of Flota Saba ...

Updated: Apr 22, 2005 4:47pm PST

Pueblo Bonito : Pueblo Bonito, Mazatlan, our favorite resort as well as our time share home port. Beautiful place, but the best part is the friendly and helpful staff, especially our friend, Miguel, who is a Concierge here. Come on in, take a look, and... if you stay at Pueblo Bonito, enjoy paradise!.

Pueblo Bonito

Pueblo Bonito, Mazatlan, our favorite resort as well as our time share ...

Updated: Apr 21, 2005 4:24pm PST

Mazatlan 1983 : On our first trip to Mazatlan, in March of '83, we fell in love with the city, the culture and the friendly Mexican people. We look at these photos now and wonder where we found all the energy to do and see everything we packed into that one week!

Mazatlan 1983

On our first trip to Mazatlan, in March of '83, we fell in love with t ...

Updated: Apr 20, 2005 11:30am PST

La Quinceañera : In Mexico, the transistion from childhood to womanhood is observed with the celebration of "La Quinceañera" -- a girl's 15th birthday. The most important element of this celebration is the "Misa de acción de gracias" (thanksgiving Mass), at which the young woman gives thanks for her blessings and receives blessings for a long and happy life in return. The exact origin of Mexico's quinceañera celebration remains unknown, although its roots may well lie in the era of the Aztecs, as it was traditional for the parents of young Aztec maidens to formally acknowledge their daughters' passage into womanhood. As celebrated by these early indigenous peoples, and later adapted by the Spanish Catholics who conquered Mexico, a girl's fifteenth birthday symbolized that she was ready for womanhood and marriage. She would spend time learning her duties, such as cooking, housework, cleaning, and child-rearing. After the fifteenth birthday party a girl was expected to get married. If she did not marry by the time she was sixteen or seventeen, she had the option of becoming a priestess or staying home to take care of her parents. Today's girls still celebrate La Quinceañera as an entrance into becoming responsible women, learning about their religion and culture, and of course, of dating. Regardless of how the tradition originated, the celebration of the quinceañera remains as one of the rites of passage that keeps the bonds of the Mexican family firmly cemented. All the fancy frills and frosting of the celebration are the basis a niña's sweet dreams.

La Quinceañera

In Mexico, the transistion from childhood to womanhood is observed wit ...

Updated: Feb 06, 2005 4:28pm PST

Feliz Navidad : Here are a few of my favorite Christmas photos, at home and around Mazatlan

Feliz Navidad

Here are a few of my favorite Christmas photos, at home and around Maz ...

Updated: Dec 27, 2004 10:22am PST

Fiestas & Desfiles : Days of Celebrations call for fiestas and desfiles ... parties and parades ... and the kids make them fun!

Fiestas & Desfiles

Days of Celebrations call for fiestas and desfiles ... parties and par ...

Updated: Dec 23, 2004 2:52pm PST

Pearl of The Pacific : Mazatlan, Land of Deer, is often called the Pearl of the Pacific. [Disclaimer: the photos in this album are the work of the Sinaloa Film Commission, not my own .... my thanks for the use of them here.]

Pearl of The Pacific

Mazatlan, Land of Deer, is often called the Pearl of the Pacific. ...

Updated: Dec 21, 2004 2:17pm PST

Fiesta 2001 : This was a great Fiesta at our house, in May, 2001, to celebrate Betsy's birthday, and mine. What a party! With the help of Betsy's family, we had a wonderful time, learned a lot about Fiestas, Mexican style, and loved every minute of it! Time for another Fiesta.... maybe this year!

Fiesta 2001

This was a great Fiesta at our house, in May, 2001, to celebrate Betsy ...

Updated: Feb 27, 2004 8:50am PST

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