Day 33

Today was our travel day to La Paz by way of Todos Santos.  I would like to comment on the efficient roadways in Cabo San Lucas.  There are very few traffic lights although the traffic moves effectively. They have laterals or frontage roads on each side of the main four lane road.  Knowing this, when we left Villa Serena Trailer Park, we had to turn right and go down the lateral.  To get to the other side of the highway and be going the opposite way, we had to go over an overpass which they call a Retourno, turn left over the highway and down a narrow ramp on the other side.  We proceeded along the lateral until we hit a traffic light where we veered left onto the main four lane highway. From there we proceeded down the highway.  Most of the way we were on a four lane until we got close to Todos Santos.  The highway goes through narrow streets and we had to take the truck route.

We drove through Todos Santos and made our way a couple of miles out of town and dropped our tow.  The streets are so narrow, there isn’t always a place to park with a motorhome pulling a tow.  We drove back to Todos Santos to check out shops.  Todos Santos is where you can buy all kinds of pottery, blankets, glassware, and eat some incredible tacos.

We also checked out the Hotel California.  (A song made famous  by the Eagles). 

We drove back to the motorhome, hooked up and headed for La Paz.  The road was narrow again but to our surprise this was temporary because of construction on the road.  The road turned into a four lane again.  As we drove through La Paz, we noticed a couple of plant pot stores along the road.  We drove past the Home Depot, Sam’s Club and the Walmart and finally saw the Yonkes( junk yards), then turned into Campestre Maranatha RV Park.  Most of the parks have sewer, water and usually good electricity.  This had everything along with intermittent power. Our voltage regulator was clicking on and off all night. Only in Mexico!  The Baja is certainly impressive up till now!

Conrad and Janet

Day 32

Cabo San Lucas. Our day began with a trip to Home Depot, not something most people would do in Cabo.  Steve was trying to solve an electrical problem that we are frequently having in Mexico. We have too much voltage coming in and then our surge protector shuts our electric down. We can’t say we weren’t warned! Steve finally resolved that problem, and we went to a beautiful restaurant overlooking the Sea of Cortez for a special “last day in Cabo” lunch. We splurged on delicious Lobster Chowder in a bread bowl and the $19.95 Lobster Tail Special. 

When we returned to the campground, we had a travel briefing for tomorrow’s “Adventure.” At 3:00pm, taxis picked us all up to go to the Marina. We had enough time for cocktails and a little shopping.  

Here are Gail, James, Joyce and Charlie enjoying the Marina.

We found a bar decorated in Green Bay Packer posters and emblems. We are continually amazed how many “Packer Backers” we find in our travels! 

Before long, it was time to join our fellow caravaners for our sunset Catamaran cruise. What a great time! There was food, an open bar, music and dancing! The views up close of “Lands’ End” and the magnificent rocks and arch were breathtaking.   

Afterwards, we were rewarded with close-up views of a mother whale and her baby repeatedly breaching the water and diving.  From all reports, everyone enjoyed the cruise immensely!

Steve and Pat

Day 31

What a great day to write a blog. We left the RV park around 8:30 a.m. using ride share for the Glass Blowing Factory. What a treat. The pictures say it all.

 

Afterwards we went downtown, ate, went to flea market, marina and had another great time. I finally got my dish I was looking for. Gosh, when we got back there was a Margarita & Munchie Party. As everyone can see we are having a great time in Cabo San Lucas.

Vicki

Day 30

Today is a travel day. We are leaving Los Barriles and traveling to Cabo San Lucas. This morning we woke up to see a whale off in the distance spouting water about three times. We were not quick enough to capture it on a photo, but it was beautiful. Leaving today is difficult since this camping spot is right on the water. 

We look out our back window and see the ocean is perfect. We traveled about 100 KM today and arrived in Cabo San Lucas at Villa Serena camp ground. Some of us went to the restaurant that’s in the camp ground; they have a swimming pool right in front of the dining area. The view is beautiful. They sell lobster for $19.95 US.  Today, one of our Adventurers went to Walmart and got lost in the parking lot. I won't mention any names. He couldn’t get in or out of that darn parking lot. P.S. Sorry James.  Other then that it was just another day in paradise. All of you are just great, thanks.

Archie and Donna

Day 29

The weather has definitely taken a change from the day we got here.  From water like glass, ready for water skiing, to rough and choppy.  The kite boarders were out all day.

No scheduled activities during the day, a perfect time to get that laundry done.  William has 2 new washing machines, but only a Mexican dryer. See photo.

James and Gail took a long walk on the beach and saw a seal.  Several of us went into town looking for pots. The baskets are a thing of the past, now it’s all about pottery.

Tonight was our first LEO, Let’s Eat Out.  We went to Tia Pablo’s.  A wonderful evening was had by all.  Some may not remember the entire evening. First comment from Phil when he sipped his 2/1 margaritas was whoa, they put some tequila in these. The food was good, mariachi musicians kept us entertained, lots of dancing around the tables, and then Lynda challenged everyone to leg wrestling.  Leg wrestling, you say?  What’s that? Lynda almost kept her title of “Queen of the Leg," but I do believe James took her.  You never know what skills those farmers have.

Phil and Barb

 

Day 28

Wednesday, Feb. 20^th Day 28.  Started day at 9:00 A.M. with an ATV ride.  Joyce/Charles, Gail/James, Pat/Steve, Ken/Carole, Archie/Donna, Barb/Phil and Jack and I.

Ken took us to a place he and Carole had visited before. We crossed under the highway we had traveled the day before.  It was very scenic. 

 







 We drove through some water, and we all had to take turns to see who could splash the highest. We then stopped for some pictures. Some very interesting pictures were taken.  Seeing is believing. 

We returned the ATV’s at 12:40, had lunch and went downtown for pottery shopping, etc.  We were back for Happy Hour @ 4:00 PM.  Dinner was at 7ish.  Drinks with the group.  Another day over. 

Jack and Lynda

Day 27

Our blog day started at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) aboard the “California Star” Baja Ferry as we stood on the stern watching the loading of our RV’s and the 18 wheelers.  

At approximately 12:30 a.m., we departed the Port and headed for the open water of the Sea of Cortez, at which time we gave up and headed to our small  stateroom for the short night.   

We awoke at 6:00 a.m. to a cloudy sunrise and  docking at the Port of La Paz.  After several hours of waiting for the military inspection and the disinfection spraying, we were finally on our way to Los Barriles.    

After an adventurous mountain drive, we arrived at our water view RV spaces at Playa Norte RV Park.  We were then treated to a delicious chicken supper by the Adventure Caravans Staff and lots of great conversation with our fellow RVers.    

Bill and Arabell