Huatulco Eye Living and Loving the Oaxacan Riviera Issue No. 12 January, 2012
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Editor’s Letter "Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill." - Muhammad Ali
Liquid Health
Ice Skating
Yoga
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Eye Team Editor: Jane Bauer Writers: Jan Chaiken, Marcia Chaiken, Chuck Dale, Caryl Delaney, Julie Etra, Brooke Gazer, Carminia Magaña, Carole Reedy, Alvin Starkman, Kathy Taylor Photography: Winton Churchill, Kathy Taylor, Alvin Starkman Layout: Jane Bauer Advertising Manager: Alfredo Patiño Opinions and words are those of the author and do not reflect the opinion of Huatulco Eye. To be a collaborator please send us an email huatulcoeye@yahoo.com
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elcome 2012! Another year, another list of resolutions. As you may have guessed from the fabulous articles, this issue is dedicated to health and fitness. Getting fit and losing weight are the most popular resolutions and many gyms see a rise in membership right after the holidays. This year however, working out is not on my list. I actually do not like working out- I instinctively feel cumbersome just thinking about it. This doesn´t mean I don´t like using my body. I love walking to go meet a friend for coffee, biking (especially in Tuscany) and even the occasional run through Huatulco´s National Park feels great. My only resolution this year is to find inspiration all around me. For me, this means greeting the sunrise with a meditation, meeting friends for the Yoga Challenge, more dance parties in the living room, walking up the river with my husband and daughter and getting pumped up for the Race for the Red Fundraiser Rally. In the words of American journalist Mary Schmich ¨Enjoy your body. Use it every way you can. Don't be afraid of it or of what other people think of it. It's the greatest instrument you'll ever own.¨ Have fun finding your inspiration! See you next month,
Jane
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Couch Potatoes Have Pretty Feet By Chuck Dale
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k, now that you are curious as to what this title means, I want you to find a place to sit down, wherever you are, and take off your shoes, socks, crocs or sandals and take a good look at your feet. About half the way through a run one day with a client, sShe looked at me and said, “you know, I'd bet that couch potatoes have pretty feet.” She continued, “ before you and I started training together, my feet were soft, smooth, and pretty, but since we have been training, I've noticed how rough and calloused they have gotten, so I'd bet couch potatoes have pretty feet.” A sedentary lifestyle is a medical term used to denote a type of lifestyle with no or irregular physical activity. A person who lives a sedentary lifestyle may colloquially be known as a COUCH POTATO. It is commonly found in both the developed and developing world. Sedentary activities include sitting, reading, watching television and computer use for much of the day with little or no vigorous physical exercise and it can contribute to many preventable causes of death. It's really not that hard to not be a couch potato. You don't have to be a bodybuilder, or run a marathon, or exercise to the point of pain, although those things can be fun and rewarding. All it takes is about an hour per day, 6 days per week, of exercise that is more vigorous than your normal daily routine. In many years as a fitness trainer, I've heard many excuses as to why someone can't workout, but the one I've heard the most is “I don't have time. “ Every single time I've heard that excuse, I've shown that person they could put one hour in their day for exercise. The next two most popular excuses are “I don't know how to exercise,” and “I can't motivate myself to exercise.” The internet, a library, a bookstore, or a personal trainer can quickly take care of excuse number two.
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As for excuse number three, a sedentary lifestyle and lack of physical exercise can contribute to or be a risk factor for: anxiety, cardiovascular disease, mortality in elderly men by 30% and double the risk in elderly women, deep vein thrombosis, depression, colon cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, osteoporosis, lipid disorders, and kidney stones. Wow, if that doesn't motivate someone to exercise! Get your butt up and do something! That's the trainer in me, which can also help with excuse number three. It's pretty easy to find a personal trainer these days, and it isn't as expensive as most people think. Another way I've found has been good for motivation is to find a training buddy. It's harder to miss a workout when there is someone depending on you to be there. Now let's get to training. If you don't walk, walk. If you walk, then jog. If you jog then run. It's that simple. If you don't like to exercise on your feet then ride a bike or swim. The program I prefer is a combination of cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility exercises. Here's an example; do some sort of vigorous movement that raises your heart rate into its training zone and maintain that for 30 minutes. To find your heart rate training zone, do a little homework and look up the Karvonen formula. Next comes strength training. Strength training is the use of resistance to muscular contraction to build the strength, anaerobic endurance, and size of skeletal muscles. If you don't want to go to a gym, you can purchase strength gear at most stores, or the internet to use at home. If you don't want to purchase gear, then use things that are already in your home. A gallon of milk weighs about 8.6 pounds, and a can of green beans about a pound. My favorite piece of strength training equipment is my body. You can do pushups, pull-ups, squats, lunges,
dips, crunches, all with your body weight and the great part of that is your body is always with you, woooo hoooo! However you decide to do your strength training, you should do it for about 20 minutes immediately after your cardiovascular training. Do two sets of ten repetitions, for each of the exercises I listed above. Only rest about 30 seconds between each exercise and that should take care of the 20 minutes. Ok, your workout is almost over. After cardio and strength training do about 10 minutes of flexibility training with the last couple of minutes relaxing yoga style stretches. There have been many debates on whether to stretch before or after a workout but I've had the best results after. When muscles are warm they seem to respond better to the stretches. You may need to do a little homework on the stretches and be sure to stretch your entire body. Well that's it, how easy was that? Remember to start slow and pace yourself. Many times when folks find the motivation to exercise, they go full speed and end up sore and frustrated and stop within a few weeks. Also, January is a popular time to begin exercising with New Years resolutions and all, so if that's what you need to get started go for it. Maintaining your health by proper nutrition and exercise doesn't have to be hard, scary, frustrating, or any other word we have heard to describe it. What it should be is a lifestyle. Make it part of your daily life, just as you do your family and your job. Today is the beginning of your new lifestyle. In the time it took you to read this article, and the magazine containing it you could be half way through your workout. So get up and do something. Happy training!
Chuck Dale has been a fitness trainer for nearly 25 years. He has trained with clients from ages 8-90 yrs, amateur to pro athletes.
Temazcal By Brooke Gazer
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emazcal is a ritual vapor bath with pre-Hispanic origins. The Conquistadores attempted to eradicate all Mesoamerican practices but this purifying custom survived and in recent years has experienced a resurgence. The concept is are not unique to Mesoamerica; the North American Indians held sweat lodges, Turkey had steam baths, hot Japanese baths are known as “ofuru” and the Scandinavians developed what is commonly know as a sauna. The primary difference between the Temazcal and many other hot baths around the world is that the focus of temazcal was medicinal. The ancient Mesoamericans used it as part of a curative ceremony to purify the body after exertion, which likely helped to deal with inflammation, joint pain and muscular disorders. It was used as a remedy for a variety of illnesses including, respiratory and digestive complaints and was associated with treating various conditions related to the female reproductive system. The temazcal is a clay structure usually shaped much like an igloo. Water is thrown over hot lava rock to produce steam, intensifying the heat inside. Temazcals normally reach a temperature of 104F and as the heat induces sweating, it detoxifies the body. Various leaves and grasses such as eucalyptus, rosemary and mugwort, are added to the vapor which helps cleanse the body, mind and soul. There are four locations within Huatulco to experience Temazcal each offering a slightly different experience. Location and contact numbers can be found on the health and beauty services page. In spite of being in the center of a high traffic tourist area, the Eco Spa has done a wonderful job of incorporating a temazcal into the outdoor portion of their facility. It has a lovely calm atmosphere surrounded by bamboo and palm. The Eco Spa is the only one that conducts a ritual whether there is one participant or several. First you are sprinkled with a branch of basil dipped in water before entering. You are instructed to back into the opening of the temazcal so that you are facing the world as you enter. There is a wooden bench built around the clay dome and in the center, lava rocks sit over the fire. A tray is placed over the rocks with bowls containing aromatic herbs, mud and water. The temazcal is tepid in the beginning but the heat soon becomes intense as water poured over the rocks creates a thick steam.
A bowl of earth is passed around the circle for each person to apply mud over their face. The leader begins by giving thanks to the four elements: earth, air, fire and water. He instructs you to breathe deeply as he gently beats on a drum. You are asked to think about your life and to drive out bad thoughts and sadness. Guiding you through the ceremony the drum beat become more intense and when he shouts Fuera!! (Out!!) negative energy is released. This cycle is repeated for about 30 minutes. Leaving the temazcal face forward, the same direction as you entered, it is believed that you have been reborn from “Mother Earth”, purified in body,mind and soul. Following the ceremony you take a cool shower to close the pores and are given a refreshing drink while you sit and relax for a few minutes. Finally you receive a 10 minute spinal massage. Cost for the temazcal ritual with spinal massage is 295 pesos. Add a 1 hour massage for a total of 595. Transportation is complimentary. Bring something light to change into like a sarong wrap or boxer swim trunks for men. Tel. 958 581 0025 Temazcal Maya is located in Santa Cruz is surrounded by high walls and especially at night it offers an enchanting atmosphere with exotic pre-Hispanic music and the rich scent of various herbs and incents infusing the air. They have 2 domed shaped Temazcals with cement benches around the parameter. A basket of mixed herbs is placed over the hot lava rocks in the center with heat and steam coming from beneath the rocks. Prior to entering the temazcal you are given a series of breathing exercises to repeat while inside but no one accompanies you. . The 30 minute vapor bath is followed by aroma therapy. While laying flat with your body and forehead covered, the staff wave fragrant smoke made from incense, mir and copal. As you relax in this position for 20 minutes the staff beat on various pre-Hispanic percussion instruments. This is followed by a cooling shower with several jet sprays. Finally you cover yourself with mud found deep in the ground around San Miguel del Puerto.This mud bath is an excellent exfoliator and after rinsing, your skin feels smooth and tingly. Before receiving a short spinal massage with herbal oils, you are offered a cool drink to help with rehydration. The cost with a brief spinal massage is 300 pesos, with an hour long massage it would be 600 pesos. Transportation is complimentary. Bring a bathing suit, towel and sandals. Tel.958 587 2179
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The Xquenda Spa in Chahue has an elaborate area for temazcal. The large room is partly covered, with an opening in the center so that the enormous domed temazcal structure is under the sky. The walls are covered with intricate painting of pre-Hispanic codices; the floor is stone with several Jacuzzi tubs set into it along the walls. When they hold a ceremony it is conducted by a temazcal master with the ritual inside the vapor bath lasting for an hour and a half followed by hydro therapy in a series of progressively strong jet tubs. Unfortunately, unless there is a group of 10 or more people, they do not conduct a ceremony and use small individual cubicles that would resemble a modern steam bath. They plan to have a master available for most of January but otherwise, if you want to arrange a group ritual, they need about two weeks notice. The temazcal ceremony, when available is 400 pesos per person. The individual steam is 200 pesos. Tel. 958 583 4449 Temazcal J is located in a residential section of La Crucecita. It is set in a pleasant garden with an upper terraza. The two clay structures are rectangular rather than the traditional domed shape. They offer you cards in either English or Spanish to conduct your own ritual of breathing, liberating and self reflection. Following the temazcal you cool down in a plunge pool before ascending to a second level for a mud bath and 10 minute spinal massage. The cost is 350 pesos or 550 with a one hour massage. Bring a bathing suit, towel and sandals. Tel. 958 587 2510 NOTE: Pregnant women or anyone with a history of diabetes, heart disease, coronary artery disease or stroke should check with their doctor as the extreme temperature could complicate their condition. Participants should be well hydrated and avoid alcohol, bananas, milk and smoking prior to entering a temazcal. If you feel light-headed or dizzy at any time during
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AMIGOS DE LA MÚSICA HUATULCO presents “ORISHAS” GUITAR QUARTET
The Best Ways to Stay Healthy and Fit on the Oaxacan Riviera: You Tell Us! By Marcia Chaiken and Jan Chaiken
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his survey is the second in a monthly series. Based on readers' opinions, the survey is meant to inform visitors and residents about the best of the Oaxacan Riviera. This month we focus on health and fitness. Results will be published in March. Completed questionnaires can be returned to Hemingway's in Crucecita or Cafe Juanita in Santa Cruz or Sueno del Mar in Chahue c/o Los Chaiken before January 31. You can also email your opinions to huatulcosurvey@aol.com.
January 11, 2012, 8pm Hotel Camino Real Zaashila
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he guitar quartet Orishas who are changing their name to Chilam Guitar Quartet has specializes in chamber music. Their vivacity and versatility has allowed them to excel in each of their recitals, whether it be baroque or contemporary music. In 2007, the distinguished music professor Roberto Ruiz created this quartet with the most outstanding students of the School of Music of Guadalajara, Jalisco. Antonio Laguna, Diego Emerith, Jesús Guaneros and Daniel Aguilar made it to his short list. The members of this ensemble have studied under the most prestigious music professors, such as Jorge Federico Osorio, Horacio Franco, Rodrigo Nefthalí, Silvia Santa María (José White Quartet), Orlando Espinosa (José White Quartet), Alexander Freund (Metals M5 Mexican Brass), and Penderecky String Quartet, amongst many others. They have participated in festivals such as the XXIV Mexico Festival, in downtown Mexico City, The Fine Arts International Festival of Chamber Music, The International Festival for Guitar Composers Pa`lo Escrito, The Chamber Music Festival at Lagos de Moreno, The XXVII Cultural Festival Alfonso Ortiz Tirado, at Álamos, Sonora, The Manuel M. Ponce Chamber Music Festival, The IX University Guitar Encounter at UNAM, and The Fine Arts Guitar and Guitarists Festival. Moreover, in 2008 they joined the multidisciplinary company “Guitarranza”, which performs in innovative shows that intertwine music, dance and poetry.
Readers -- please give us your ideas of how you and other readers can maintain their health and fitness or get back into a fitness routine. Feel free to leave any question blank if you have no opinion.
On the Oaxacan Riviera, the best form of exercise on the beach is ________________________________ in the water is ________________________________. In other outdoor locations is____________________ In a health club or fitness center is______________ In your own home is ____________________________ The best place for a long walk is_______________ running/jogging is____________________________ fitness swimming is____________________________ biking is______________________________________ hiking is______________________________________ The best type of locally available food for maintaining health and fitness for breakfast is___________________________________ lunch is_______________________________________ dinner is____________________________________ snacks are ____________________________________ The best overall recommendation for staying healthy and fit on the Oaxacan Riviera is:__________________ Thanks for your opinions!
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3 Kings
Round the World By Caryl Delaney
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piphany, Three Kings Day, Little Christmas or Dia del los Reyes is celebrated in many ways around the world. The traditions of this celebration – including the actual date of celebration - vary as greatly as those of Christmas do. Most countries and cultures share the idea that Jesus was visited by the Magi, but after that the meaning of this day branches off into a myriad of directions. The Spaniards brought the tradition of celebrating the Epiphany and sharing the Rosca to the New World. Here in Oaxaca, particularly on the coast, it is a rather simple family holiday, mainly for children, neither a holy day of obligation nor a day off. Families buy a Rosca de Reyes made of flour, eggs, sugar, dried fruit and often orange or cinnamon flavors. Inside the cake there is a little figure of Jesus called el mono o el niño. Whoever bites into this little figure becomes the godfather or godmother of the little Jesus doll and gets to buy the tamales for all on Candelaria Day which falls on February 2nd. (Last year I got three little figures in one Rosca and ended up having to buy 28 tamales!!) In other parts of Mexico, perhaps those places more entrenched in traditional colonial Catholicism, the holiday brings on different activities. In some parts of Mexico children leave small gifts and sweets or put out their shoes the night before, much like stockings are left out on Christmas Eve. Shoes are stuffed with straw or hay for the Kings' camels; in its place, the Kings leave little ones Similarly, in some places children leave a wish list letter for the Kings in their shoes. In others they attach the letter to a balloon to send it off. Just like with Santa, it is also traditional to have the childrens´ pictures taken with the three wise men. In Mexico City´s La Almeda a verbena (street party) is held for the kids where an abundance of food, sweets, games and the like will be found on this day. xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.
Which country celebrates 3 Kings Day (Epiphany) in the following ways? 1) Children leave out water for the camels 2) People attend a ceremonial burning of dried oak branches, the Yule log symbol for the Orthodox Christmas Eve. 3) January 6th honors the legend of La Befana, who was asked to join the Three Kings on their journey. She declined, but she still brings candies to the children. 4) Villagers get their horses blessed with holy water before competing in an equestrian race. 5) Geese with Christmas baubles tied to their necks are seen during the Cabalgata. 6) During this day, all families enjoy a piece of galette de roi for breakfast, tradition says that the person who finds a novelty such as a coin, in his or her portion will have good luck for the next year. 7) Men perform the "Horo" dance in the icy winter waters of the Tundzha River. 8) A priest throws a cross in the river and it is believed that the one who retrieves it, and all those who dance in the waters, will be healthy throughout the year. 9) People often take down their Christmas tree to thwart bad luck or fires from the dry needles. 10) Every 9th of January Tatlóng Harì devotees flock to the Basilica for the Annual Feast of the Black Nazarene – a statue that arrived from Acapulco, Mexico.
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Last year in Merida in the Yucatan several public sectors got together and broke the Guinness record for the biggest Rosca ever - 1.3 kilometers long (.8 miles) and weighing 2,160 kilograms (4,752 pounds!!!). This year the Yucatecos are trying to break that record. For some Reyes marks the crossing of the “GuadulupeReyes bridge” and the end of the Christmas season. For others the holiday officially stretches into Candelaria. Here in Oaxaca, it is a charming, non-assuming holiday to enjoy the rosca, the niño, family and friends and a nice cup of Mexican hot chocolate.
Many of the organizations mentioned in our December Giving Guide would appreciate toys and children´s items for Reyes.
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Oaxaca's Bubbling Springs and Petrified Waterfalls: Hierve el Agua Alvin Starkman, M.A., J.D.
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n Peter Greenberg's recently aired The Royal Tour, President Calderón selected diving in the cenotes of Yucatan instead of a refreshing swim at Hierve el Agua. Nevertheless, Oaxaca's bubbling springs and petrified waterfalls are one of the most spectacular attractions in all Mexico, of course with all due respect to Mr. President. Hierve el Agua is one of the least visited stops (not only by heads of state) along the state of Oaxaca's central valley routes. Yet for naturalists, photographers, hikers and those with interest in ecotourism, it holds much more allure than the traditional sights Translated “the water boils,” Hierve el Agua is actually a misnomer. At two locations about 40 meters apart, water does indeed “boil” up from the ground, but not hot; rather it's forced to the surface by the earth's interior pressure, arriving at roughly atmospheric temperature. It rises to the surface, then channels into two pools of fresh, mineral-rich water, suitable for swimming; the pools gradually reach depths of upwards of seven feet. Taste the water before it reaches the lower pool as it flows along a narrow canal from the puncture in the earth. It's crystal clear and pure, of course aside from natural mineral compounds. The bubbling water is rich in mainly calcium carbonate and magnesium. The minerals have built up over thousands of years, giving the visual effect of petrified waterfalls. Approaching the actual site to swim or view the falls, one gingerly walks over these deposits. Standing on the main precipice near the lower pool, one sees the postcard perfect petrified waterfalls, a photograph often reproduced for promoting tourism to the state. However, there are different falls which can be viewed in the course of hiking. At Hierve el Agua there are numerous trails and pathways suitable for short hikes. Each route is less than an hour in duration including stops to take pictures and marvel. Depending on the time of year, some paths may be overgrown, but certainly not to the extent that there is any undue danger or risk of getting lost. The most well-traveled leads up and around to the top of the principal falls. One often sees people who have already made it there, sitting and gazing back towards the pools, while having a vantage-point for viewing additional, equally impressive natural formations. Another pathway requires more navigational agility. It leads down into the valley along a series of ridges and paths. One arrives at the base of the principal falls, from where one can do a bit of climbing. But pause and look back every once in a while, and see the effect caused by the water cascading over the course of millennia. In 2008, the government completed construction of new lodging and dining facilities, including a large, almost Olympic sized swimming pool. However it is not known when any of it will open. There will be about a dozen small restaurants and an equal number of hotel suites. In the interim there are several palapa-style eateries, as well as
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basic washroom facilities and rudimentary change rooms nearby. A larger restaurant, Alice's, is located on the left side of the road, before reaching the gate where the official entrance fee is paid. Arrangements can be made at the restaurant for staying at one of the Tourist Yuú cabins. Inquire at Alice's for details or book by calling a cellular phone 951 234 9615. The village where Hierve el Agua is located, San Isidro Roaguía, has a few small stores, a school, a health clinic and a police detachment. Though not officially open, the new highway which will cut driving time from Oaxaca to Huatulco can usually be used to access Hierve el Agua from just beyond Mitla to San Lorenzo Albarradas. It's best to not use it during rainy season. The more scenic and secure route is along Highway 190, passing by four quaint roadside mezcal palenques including El Tigre, a combined comedor and mezcal factory about a half kilometer before the San Lorenzo turnoff. Over the past few years there has been a peaceful dispute between the residents of San Lorenzo and San Isidro, as a result of which at times a 10 peso toll is exacted at San Lorenzo so as to enable tourists to continue on to Hierve el Agua. It can be avoided by taking a less traveled, more circuitous mountain route through the village of Xaagá. This mountain pass, however, should similarly be avoided during rainy season. At Mitla there is a taxi service to Hierve el Agua. For a more pleasant drive it's best to use a tour company out of Oaxaca, or a private driver or guide for even greater comfort and a more personalized experience. Alvin Starkman and his wife Arlene operate Casa Machaya Oaxaca Bed & Breakfast (www.oaxacadream.com). Alvin sometimes takes guests to Hierve el Agua and other sights along Oaxaca's touring routes. He can be reached at oaxacadream@hotmail.com.
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Going Green in Huatulco By Kathy Taylor
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onatur's first foray into touristic development in 1974 resulted in today's Cancun - glitzy, sunny and some might say, over-developed. When they cast their eyes to the Pacific Coast of Oaxaca in the 1980s, world and Mexican sentiment had tuned into environmental concerns, and Bahias de Huatulco was chosen to become a model sustainable tourism development. Bordered by the Coyula and Copalita Rivers, “the master plan for this development considers a polygon of 20,972 hectares, of which 6.35 % are considered a tourist area, 3.45% are an urban area, and 90.19% are an ecological conservation space.” Huatulco and area is arguably the cleanest, most pristine development in Mexico. Huatulco is the recipient of the international Earth Check GOLD award, the first and only destination in the Americas to receive this prestigious award. Signs of environmental responsibility abound, but how does that translate to day to day living in Huatulco? Here is a rough guide to Getting Green in Huatulco. Earth Check – Earth Check is NOT a United Nations designation. Earth Check is the largest environmental management system in use by the travel and tourism industry for the benchmarking and certification of their operational practices. That being said, the industry benchmarks set by EC are rigorous. To qualify, as it has for the last 5 years, Huatulco has had to meet standards in these areas: environmental legislation, energy usage, water conservation, wastewater management, biodiversity, and waste reduction. EarthCheck found that Huatulco exceeded “Best Practice” for energy consumption by 64.3%; renewable sources accounted for 23% of all the energy used in the region. It found potable water consumption (about 380 liters/person/day) exceeded “Best Practice” by 17%; 95% of all water used was recycled or came from rainfall-capture. EarthCheck reported that Huatulco's solid waste disposal of only 0.2 metric tons/person/year is 9.1% superior to “Best Practice”.
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In addition, Huatulco's hotels exceeded “Best Practice” by 73.5% for travel and tourism accreditation and by 52% for habitat conservation and maintenance of biodiversity. As a result of its continued certification, Huatulco will be one of 13 global destinations featured on a new program, Travel wild, on the Discovery Channel in 2012. Green Team - This is a group of hard working citizens from various sectors of the community – academic, professional, and business, who are leading tourism development in Huatulco down a “strategic path to sustainability”. (Read more about the Green Team in Huatulco Eye April 2011) From political lobbying to involving local schools in beach clean ups and recycling programs and sustaining the Earth Check certification, these are our green watchdogs. Recycling – This is a mixed bag here in Huatulco. As always, funding is the problem. The first step to a great recycling program is education, teaching the population the hows and whys of recycling. A new recycling depot recently opened at the Fonatur site in Sector N. Separation bins receive the various recyclable materials, but not all of it is successfully handled. Plastic bottles DO get recycled, as do batteries. (Read about Huatulco's Solar Clock in Huatulco Eye May 2011). Some schools have recycling containers, and a school in Sector M collected and recycled plastic to the tune of $30,000 pesos last year.
Carbon Neutral – This program describes sustainability in a nutshell. It is all about keeping the earth in balance, or at least balancing our corner of Mexico. You might look at the tourism industry and wonder how on earth it could ever be sustainable? Besides adhering to best practices with grey water recycling (golf course and our gorgeous green boulevards and parks), and using best industry practices, the hotel industry in Huatulco offers its guests (and others) an opportunity to purchase carbon offsets, or credits to compensate for energy used during their stay here. Suggested at $13 pesos per night per guest, the carbon tickets are a two part coupon, with your name and stay information on one side, and a link to the Green Team's website and a registration number on the other, a bit like a raffle ticket. A bit of patience is needed to really see the credit go into action. Once the various credits are collected and the money deposited (every couple of days), visit the equipo verde website www.evh.org.mx, click on Programas EVA, and then on Huatulco carbono neutron. Input the number on your credit stub, and a certificate of your donation will be created for saving or printing. Now to explain how this actually goes to work. All of the money goes to support SCOLEL'TE, a UNESCO certified project in Chiapas, which is reforesting 9,500 hectares of forest, which in turn supports 502 local families.
Alternative Energy- There is surprisingly little solar energy practice in Huatulco. One would think that with an average of 330 sunny days a year, it would be a popular option, but until recently the costs have been prohibitively expensive. As well as the initial cost of infrastructure, battery storage is an expensive proposition. CFE, however, has begun a program called Interconnection – whereby you can generate wind or solar energy and put it into the grid when you have excess, and draw on the grid when you don't. This program requires a new type of meter, and detailed information can be found on the CFE website, www.cfe.gob.mx, under the heading “sustainability”. At least one local business has “gone green”. Most of the local beaches are “off the grid”. That means hauling ice to each restaurant every day. Maguey Beach is no exception. But Caray Beach Bar owner Alfredo Patiño installed his solar refrigeration system last year, and can truly boast the coldest beer on the beach. As well, he has already paid for the system in the savings on ice alone. The system at Caray Beach Bar uses 2 x 50 watt panels of solar power to power a 4.7 cu ft fridge on a photovoltaic system that uses thermal insulation to ensure coldness even at night. For more information about this system, see www.gosolarmexico.com . For the uninitiated, that's about 100 watts for 100 bottles of beer! Wind power provides all of Huatulco's electricity needs. The Isthmus south of Huatulco toward Salina Cruz is the second narrowest part of the North American continent. It is here that the fierce winds from the Gulf of Mexico sweep unobstructed across to the Pacific, building to a truck-tipping velocity until they hit the Gulf of Tehuantepec and whip up the legendary Tehuantepec storms. This is the home of impressive La Ventosa, soon to be the largest wind farm in
Mexico, already operating one 80-MW plant, and currently constructing another 103-MW plant. The Mexican government announced in December 2011 that financing is in place for another 318-MW plant. Organic– Eating an organic diet in Huatulco can be challenging. There is a growing organic scene in Huatulco, but perhaps it is better put that there is a growing eco-consciousness in Huatulco. If you wish to buy organic groceries, such as rice, oils, and beans, there is a small section in the local supermarket. For some reason, this section also contains the diabetic treats which are anything but organic. Local organic peanut butter from the Las Productoras de el Tomatal Ecologicas S.C.L. is available from Café Juanita in Santa Cruz. (see Huatulco Eye November 2011). BioAmigables in Plaza Conejo is the most comprehensive eco/organic store in town. They stock recycled and natural stationery, biodegradable paper plates and cutlery, natural soaps and beauty products, a few organic food staples like quinoa and amaranth, and bio-degradable cleaning supplies. You can also buy your carbon credits here. On Mondays they offer a very reasonable vegetarian take-out lunch. Check their website www.bioamigables.com or follow on FB for details. Hagia Sofia, a stunning mountain eco-preserve of about 130 hectares about 40 minutes out of Huatulco, is a model of sustainable agriculture. From maintaining their own worm farm to establishing a colony of bees, the owners' attention to detail is evident everywhere, including the taste of their spectacular honey. Hagia Sofia honey is available on site, and also at their office/storefront in Santa Cruz. For more information, visit www.hagiasofia.mx
CARAY
BEACH BAR
By Land or By Sea make sure they take you to the best! “Caray Beach Bar...great food, great drinks, great atmosphere!” Tony from Michigan
Open Tuesday- Sunday 11am to Dusk Maguey Bay
www.caraybeachbar.com Natural Huatulco- Bahias de Huatulco is comprised of nine bays and 36 beaches. The National Park of Huatulco which was declared in 1998 contains 6,375 hectares of lowland jungle and 5,516 hectares of marine conservation, including Bahías Maguey, Órgano, Cacaluta, Chachacual and San Agustín. Several of the bays are only accessible by water or hiking, so it is important to be good stewards of the eco-system, and take out what you bring in. From the mountain waterfalls to the ocean coral reefs, Huatulco is a great green delight, and it is ours to conserve, protect and enjoy.
Kathy Taylor is a freelance writer who arrived in Huatulco in 2007 by sailboat. Her passions are food, sailing and Mexico. She writes about life in Huatulco on her blog www.lavidahuatulco.blogspot.com
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Staying healthy in the Big City: Tips on eating, exercise, and emergencies By Carole Reedy
A
lthough many people don't know exactly what role Monteczuma played in the history of Mexico, it's almost certain they know about his revenge, the bane of many tourists. While visiting México City, one of the biggest cities in the world, take a few easy precautions to avoid this debilitating illness and others that can hinder even the intrepid traveler. Eating Without Fear México is a city of color, delectable smells, music, laughter, and joy. Anyone who's visited knows it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of the street. But if you want to enjoy the rest of your vacation, follow two simple rules: 1.Drink only bottled water. 2.Stay away from street food. The water rule is one that most travelers already understand, the second is a bit more complicated. You'll see many people eating from the vendors on the street. Why can't you? First, your body is likely not accustomed to the bacteria of the country or the food on the street--especially the meat, which sits all day at temperatures not sufficient to destroy dangerous bacteria. There's no running water at the puestos, thus putting into question the sanitary conditions of food preparation and clean-up. But don't despair! There are plenty more delights in DF, which offers an abundance of food for all tastes. Fresh fruits
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and vegetables, the best in the world, from all parts of México, are plentiful here in the city. Ethnic restaurants abound. Keep in mind that Mexico's famous salsas are prepared for the fire-tolerant local stomach…and then proceed with care, enjoying the range of fabulous salsas the city has to offer. Eating in restaurants for every meal can cut into your sightseeing time and your budget. For eating on your own, here are some ideas as you wander the city: Stop at juice bars such as the one located right next to Hotel Canada, on 5 de mayo and Isabel La Catolica in Centro Historico. Every vegetable and fruit juice combination you can imagine is available. And they have wonderful tortas (sandwiches on a bun)- a personal favorite is the Poblana: beef (style milanesa, but not breaded) with Oaxaca cheese and poblano pepper. Superama grocery stores, scattered throughout the city sell food to go, including sushi, hummus, fine cheeses, and fresh fruits and vegetables (wash them with your bottled water first, or better yet, disinfect them). You can buy a bottle of wine (individual sizes are also available) for your room or a picnic. OXXO, 7/11, Super Express and other convenience stores can be found on nearly every corner of the city. There you can purchase your bottled water, many varieties of yogurt, favorite candies, chips, and beer sold by the can or bottle. One friend swears she never gets sick in México because she
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she drinks beer instead of water, And your mom was right: wash your hands often and carry hand sanitizer. Many doctors say this is Rule #1 for good heath
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Maintaining Your Exercise Routine With its abundance of parks, there's no better city for keeping active. On foot… Wherever you stay, there will be a park nearby. The largest and most beautiful is Chapultepec Park, located at the far end of Paseo de la Reforma. It's the Central Park of México, and ideal if you are staying in the Polanco, Roma, Condesa, or Cuauhtémoc areas. Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez near the airport and baseball stadium (Foro Sol) is good for biking also, with 5K of track. Viveros de Coyoacan for those staying in the Coyoacan and San Ángel colonias. Bosque de Tlapan, in the south, behind Villa Olympica. Desierto de los Leones, also in the south part of the city. Keep in mind that México City has an altitude of 7300 feet. And pollution levels can be high (check the newspapers or internet daily for the pollution levels). You may need to adjust your normal routine to accommodate both the altitude and contamination. Wherever you walk or run, watch for cobblestone streets, holes in the sidewalks, and construction areas. On Wheels… México City is a haven for bikers, with or without your own bike. Sundays are truly days of rest in México City. From 8 am to 2 pm, the main street of Paseo de Reforma is closed to traffic to accommodate bikers from Chapultepec Park to Juarez and then to the Bellas Artes. There are booths along the way where you can rent or borrow bikes. Exercise classes are held at the Ángel Monument, at Reforma and Rio Tiber, while people of all ages are biking, skateboarding, walking, skating, and even pushing baby buggies down lovely Reforma Avenue. After your journey down Reforma, take a stroll in Sullivan Park, just 2 blocks north of Reforma at the Monument de la Madre,where each Sunday easel artists sell their paintings. Classical music fills the air, and often children's workshops are being held. You'll see racks of small red bikes all over the city, a marvelous program for people who need bikes for short distances or periods of time. Just sign up for the program, which allows you to pick up a bike at one location and drop it off at another. As this article is being written, more and more lanes of traffic are being designated for bicycles all over the city. On Skates… From December 1 to January 7 an ice rink in the Zócalo is open from morning till night, free of charge. Skates are also available at no cost. The Government of the Federal District (DF) is responsible for these wonderful free programs. The Zócalo is also host to snowman-making workshops, toboggans, and the giant ornaments decorating the surrounding buildings. It's a spectacular, not-to-bemissed, location during the Christmas holidays. Yoga... Keep up with your yoga practice at several locations scattered throughout the city. Check Tiempo Libre (the magazine, published every Thursday, that lists cultural events for the week, available for 9 pesos in kiosks all over the city) for listings of yoga workshops (and other activities).
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In Case of Emergency Fingers crossed you'll have a happy, healthy vacation, but should you need medical care, don't worry- the best care in the country is right here! Minor Injuries or illnesses: Scattered around México City is a chain of pharmacies called Farmacias Similares, which distribute generic drugs and offer the services of a doctor on site. Just pop in for medical advice and treatment from the doctor on call. The cost is a mere 20 pesos for a basic visit ($1.50 USD). Most pharmacies in the city are open 24 hours. Many medications do not require prescriptions but some do, such as antibiotics and pain-killers. For more severe illness or injury, locate a doctor by consulting the concierge at your hotel. In case of hospitalization, a visit to one of the city's prestigious private hospitals is recommended Hospitals such as ABC (with two locations, one in Santa Fe area), Medica Sur, and one of the Angeles Hospitals are a few of the best. Medical care in México is relatively inexpensive compared to the US. Emergency numbers to have on hand while visiting México City EMERGENCY FOR POLICE, AMBULANCE AND FIRE; 060 RED CROSS HOSPITAL: 5580 0077 Ambulance: 5557 5757 TOURIST SAFETY: 5250 0123 1-800 5903 9200 ABC HOSPITAL EMERGENCY: 5230 8161 // SWITCHBOARD: 5230 8000
Carole Reedy is a resident of Mexico City and happy to answer any questions you may have. Email her at carolina_reedy(at) yahoo.com
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Did you know that? Mision Roja is proud to announce two very successful years of fundraising for Huatulco Red Cross. Total funds raised to date: $430,000.00 MNP With these funds, Mision Roja purchased a NEW X RAY MACHINE, and new x-ray facility including dark room, painted interiors and exteriors, and updated plumbing and electrical in the clinic. Mision Roja volunteer fundraising committee reflects a cross section of Huatulco's population. Nationals and ex-pats, business people and retirees are working together to help Huatulco's Red Cross help our community in a more efficient and modern environment. The members of the 2011/2012 committee are: Chairwoman Valerie Verhalen, Nancy Norris, Kathy Taylor, Araceli Garcia Hernandez, Pat Hudson, Gerry Freund, Caryl Delaney and Kimberly Clearwater. The Huatulco Red Cross President, Francisco Cosmes Gijon, recently retired from CFE, provides guidance and accountability to the organization. The Huatulco Red Cross is currently interviewing for our new board of directors and volunteers. Huatulco Red Cross performed more than 13293 clinical services last year, including over 1,000 X Rays and over 400 minor surgeries nearly 500 ambulance calls. Huatulco Red Cross is the SOLE provider for Emergency First Response in Huatulco. Huatulco Red Cross is spearheading a project to assess and improve emergency medical services in Huatulco. They are working hand in hand with Pace Medical Emergency specialists, a committee of American and Mexican Emergency room doctors, in order to improve services and to better allocate funds in the future. 100% of Huatulco Red Cross operating budget comes from donations and services provided. We do NOT receive ANY government grants or funding. The Red Cross offers affordable lab tests/ blood work and a top of the line new x-ray machine. The Red Cross covers more than 240 km of highway from San Jose del Pacifico to Huatulco to Astata. The Red Cross has a well stocked pharmacy with accessible prices. The Red Cross has 4 working ambulances and one urban rescue vehicle.
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Corn Part Part 3 Industrialized Corn, Genetically Modified Corn By Julie Etra
S
ince this issue of the Huatulco Eye is about health and nutrition, this is a timely topic. It is surprising the degree and percent that our increasingly industrially produced food contains a corn product, and the degree to which most consumers are unaware of this iniquitousness. For people with corn allergies this can be a serious problem. Probably the most common corn ingredient in food is dextrose, corn sugar. Cornstarch, a thickening agent, is also a very common food additive. While not necessarily deleterious to our health, these additives can constitute a relatively large percent of food ingredients while providing minimal nutrition.
In the United States, 86% of the corn we grow is genetically modified for the purpose of increased resistance to pests and pesticides but also resistance to herbicides. In comparison 26% has been altered word-wide. Most European countries don't allow its cultivation, in part because the populace fears it isn't safe. Since 1998, the Mexican government has banned the planting of GM maize, but not its import. Mexico imports about two million tons of GM maize from the US each year to be eaten, not planted, although there is increasing concern that local crops are being contaminated. GMOs, produced by Monsanto, are resistant to the herbicide glyphosate, commonly known as Round-up, also manufactured by Monsanto. This results in clean fields but mono-culture crops, with no 'weeds' surrounding the fields. Although this sounds like an efficient system, the result is the rapid disappearance of pollinators essential to successful reproduction of numerous other crops and plants. Get rid of the pollinators, you loose the predators, and system is bound to eventually collapse. This unsustainable system with potentially disastrous results, as briefly discussed in a previous issue of the 'Eye', there has been a dramatic decline in Monarch butterflies in the United States due to herbicide eradication of milkweeds on which they depend.
Julie Etra, MS, Principal of Western Botanical Services, Inc., a 25-year old consulting firm located in Reno Nevada, is a botanist and restoration specialist with an avid love of flora and fauna.
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Drinking your way to Health the Mexican Way: New Year's cocktails for Health and Happiness By Kathy Taylor Ladies and Gentlemen, start your blenders, but first put away the tequila. After the indulgences of the holiday, it is time to turn a new leaf – a leafy green antioxidant one! As the New Year begins, it is a perfect time to cleanse and renew our bodies, and to establish healthy habits for the months ahead. Visiting the local Jugo and Licuado stand at least once a day is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to kick-start a new regime. You will find all of the trendy buzzwords of our popular North American lifestyle propaganda incorporated into the jugo
I am particularly fascinated by the combinations that are
and licuado menus, but this is not “news” to most Mexicans.
separate from the main menus, ones that I consider the “big
That nopal can control diabetes or that beets can lower blood
guns” of nutrition. Consider cabbage juice – touted as being
pressure are not recent discoveries.
good for weight loss and gum disease.
An intrinsic part of Mexican culture that has not been
Cabbage and its fibre-rich sense of fullness have long been in
adulterated by North American culture, but perhaps co-
a dieter's bag of tricks – but, gum disease? Well, it turns out
opted by it, is that certain plant products have specific
that cabbage is especially effective against anaerobic
properties that help combat disease and contribute to well
bacteria that cause gingivitis – it has analgesic as well as
being.
antibiotic, antioxidant and detoxifying properties.
The benefits of a fresh diet are more appealing and effective
I love the recommendations for traveler's fatigue- feel the
here than north of the border where “fresh” fruits and
miles melt away with a blend of jicama, celery, apples and
vegetables are chilled and gassed to prevent ripening during
carrots. Instead of uncomfortable annual parasite
days and weeks of shipping. Somehow, eating an anti-
treatments, consider a guava licuado. Guava has anti-
flammatory, antioxidant, high fibre diet makes a lot more
parasitic properties that not only rid the intestinal tract of
sense when it starts with fresh-off-the tree papayas,
pesky amoeba, but actually eliminate their eggs and soothe
bananas and oranges.
the whole digestive system.
A 2010 joint study on nutrition between the University of Madrid and the University of Queretero
produced this
statement: “Local fruits and vegetables consumed in the
Perhaps my favourite “trend vs tradition” combo is the Brain Tonic, something we could all use once in a while to improve memory and cognitive thinking.
The Brain Tonic
Mexican rural diet are rich in polyphenols with antioxidant
ingredients make for a delicious shake, but it is the addition
properties and are important source of bioactive compounds
of “pasitas” or raisins that make it a reversatrol cocktail.
and dietary fibers.” Good news.
The scientists
recommended one action: that even rural Mexicans with this great diet could benefit from eating MORE of it. One of the easiest ways to get MORE is to have a polyphenol-rich shake
Reversatrol, considered to be a “longevity molecule” is found in the skin of grapes, and not surprisingly, in plump raisins. I typically get my daily reversatrol in a glass of red wine, but for the New Year….who knows?
every day, the ultimate “fast food.” The local fruteria offers extensive Jugo and Licuado menus.
See you at the January daily fitness challenge, let's get
What's the difference? Jugos are mainly fruit and vegetable
together for a healthy cocktail! One of my favorites is Café
juice combinations, while licuados have milk or yogurt, and
Juanita's Yoga Juice.
often nuts and seeds in addition to juices. Take Note: When targeting specific conditions and diseases, it is important to consult your physician if you are taking medication for any condition. There are some natural compounds that might interfere with your medication, and indeed be harmful, such as grapefruit and some cholesterol lowering drugs.
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Juanita´s Yogi Juice Handful of Spinach Parsley Celery Stick Grapefruit Juice Blend, Strain, Enjoy!
A few great juice ideas... available at Zamora in La Crucecita
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For the Liver Pineapple, celery and chayote. Ideal for people with diabetes.
For the Bladder
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Carrots, beets and cucumber
Making every bite delicious! For the prostate Carrots, asparagus and lettuce
For constipation Pineapple, orange and papaya
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Fiesta in Santa Maria Huatulco January 8th marks the 473rd anniversary since Huatulco received recognition as a town by the Spanish crown.
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According to documents found in Santo Domingo Church in Oaxaca City, Hernan Cortes conquered the town of Huatulco January 8th, 1539. Huatulco, Coaltuco or Guatulco means the place where wood is revered. Head to Santa Maria to enjoy the festivities which will include horseracing, cockfights, music and more... Getting there: Hire a private taxi or take the microbus that stops across the street from the Hotel Grifer.
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Dental
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Dr. Edith Gonzalez Orthodontist,laser x-ray teeth cleaning children and adults La Crucecita, Huatulco Tel. 958 589 3155 Cel. 958 589 4645
Yoga
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Private Classes Individual or Groups
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Automotive Flat Tire? Call Big Dog Tire Shop Calle Artesanos Mz. 3 Sector V, Huatulco
Tel 958 583 4035 Cel. 958 100 3393
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Flamboyan #207, La Crucecita
Tel 958 583 4958 Cel 958 100 4000
Home Maintenance Decoratec Upholstery, seat covers, carpets, shades, Maintenance & Fumigation curtains, boat interiors. Tel. 958 587 1827 Colorin 307, La Crucecita, Cel. 958 585 0466 Tel/Fax 958 587 1505 splash_mfc@yahoo.com.mx
Jose Antonio Appliances A/C Repair Electric Plumbing
Located across from Construrama, Huatulco
Cel.958 589 3362 Cristales & Aluminio Huatulco
Aluminum doors, windows, Screens, repairs, glass Palma Real/ Jazmin St 958 587 0825
Tel. 958 105 1606 Cel. 958 107 1460
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Adolfo Suarez Navarro Eye Exams, Glasses, Sunglasses, Repairs Sabali 45, La Crucecita Tel. 958 583 4014
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January Museum Admission is FREE in Mexico City
Ladies Breakfast Benefit at the Naval- Huatulco Info: 958 587 2456
Yoga Challenge Day 1
Puerto Escondido Blues Festival Jimmy Bowskill, David Rotundo & Guests Split Coconut 7pm
Epiphany
English AA Huatulco 8pm Remax Plaza
Museum Admission is FREE in Mexico City
Celeste Open House 4-6.30pm Camino Real Zaashila Tel. 958 585 4000
Huatulco Concert Amigos de la Musica Orishas Guitar Quartet
8pm
English AA Huatulco 8pm Remax Plaza
Museum Admission is FREE in Mexico City
Puerto Escondido Blues Festival Jimmy Bowskill, Enrico Crivellaro & Guests Split Coconut 7pm
English AA Huatulco 8pm Remax Plaza
Met Opera Live Transmissions The Enchanted Island with Placido Domingo
Puerto Escondido Blues Festival Jimmy Bowskill, Enrico Crivellaro & Guests Split Coconut 7pm
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Museum Admission is FREE in Mexico City
Yoga Challenge Day 30!
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Australia Day
30-Day Yoga Challlenge! January 2nd-31st 8am- 9am Theater Santa Cruz By Donation. All levels and ages welcome
. www.yogahuatulcomexico.com
English AA Huatulco 8pm Remax Plaza
Museum Admission is FREE in Mexico City
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Along the Riviera... Morning Meditation
Dinner!
New School Materials Delivered
Mexican singer Alexander Acha visits Huatulco
District wide marching contest!
Some Cruise Lines Extending Visit in Huatulco
Secrets Hotel Now Open!
Celebrating International Immigration Day
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