Los Ayala
News - December January 2011-12
News - December January 2011-12
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The next edition of the Los Ayala News will be issued in the first week of February 2011.
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Dining in Los Ayala
Exploring the Culinary Delights of Cart Dining in Los Ayala... Delicious (especially when topped with jalapeno peppers) and Easy on the Budget!
Hot dogs 3 for 25 pesos! Hamburgers 25 pesos! Add an order of fries for ~ 10 pesos... Thank you to Doug Spivak for the photo!
Exploring the Culinary Delights of Cart Dining in Los Ayala... Delicious (especially when topped with jalapeno peppers) and Easy on the Budget!
Hot dogs 3 for 25 pesos! Hamburgers 25 pesos! Add an order of fries for ~ 10 pesos... Thank you to Doug Spivak for the photo!
Yesteryear Photos
Building or Buying a Home in Los Ayala or the Jaltemba Bay Area?
Check out Vikingo Real Estate & Construction
Check out Vikingo Real Estate & Construction
Did You Know?
It is not impolite to answer questions with a simple si (yes) or no (no) in Mexico. There's no way to say "Yes, it is/does", or "No, it isn't/doesn't", as in English.
It is not impolite to answer questions with a simple si (yes) or no (no) in Mexico. There's no way to say "Yes, it is/does", or "No, it isn't/doesn't", as in English.
This & That
A Few Words from the Editor
The weather is absolutely perfect! Warm, sunny days and clear blue skies; and comfortably cool evenings filled with clear, starry skies. Best of all the weather will remain like this until April! This weekend I spotted some dolphins frolicking in the waters just off of Los Ayala beach. Paradise indeed!
The celebration of Dia de Revolucion in Los Ayala was very well attended by ~ 150 persons. The highlight of the evening was definitely the dance troupe and drummer from the state of Jalisco. To view photos of the event, including the beautiful photos of Ken & Bea Rauch see Dia de Revolucion.
The first weekend of December in Los Ayala was a most memorable weekend! Volunteers from Mexico city, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, and all over Jaltemba Bay gave their time to help out with the "Clean the Oceans Days" event. A team of scuba divers came from Mexico City and Guadalajara to clean the ocean waters around Coral Island. Volunteers from all over Jaltemba Bay helped clean the local beaches, and the beach on Coral Island. Los Ayala beach also benefited from the use of the Guayabitos beach cleaning machine, twice in one week!
Event volunteers were treated to lunch at Boca del Rio restaurant on Los Ayala beach - compliments of Juan Rodriguez. Juan also supplied all the boat transportation for the event. To read a special expression of appreciation by Aruturo Ramirez from Guadalajara to the municipal government, event sponsors, Juan Rodriguez, and the volunteers who made the event possible see "Uniting to Clean the Oceans."
The majority of the roads in Los Ayala were leveled through the continued efforts of Romy Mora, Regidor for Jaltemba Bay. Romy Mora asked me to say thank you from her on behalf of the community of Los Ayala to "Congressman, Gerardo Palomino" who paid for the machine to level the roads in Los Ayala. Thank you!
Officials from Profepa visited Los Ayala in early December to ensure that all the hotels on the beach are draining their pool waste water into their sewer hook up, rather than into the ocean. It is also not acceptable to allow pool water to drain into the ocean. Romy advises that Profepa will return in two weeks time to ensure that all the hotels have complied with regulations.
Finally, the news everyone has been waiting to hear... Congratulations to Miguel Sillas, Los Ayala's new Juez!
Thank you Romy Mora, for everything you have done for Los Ayala, and continue to do; and for setting the standard for service excellence in Los Ayala.
It's a tradition in Los Ayala to host Christmas Posadas in the Town Plaza, and this year the date is tentatively set for Tuesday, December 20th. A children's party is scheduled for 4 p.m. in Los Ayala's Town Plaza. If you love children and photography, this is a great opportunity to take some real cute shots! The adult party is set for 7 p.m. . Delicious homemade tamales (the best in Los Ayala) and the sweet hot beverage Atole will be available for purchase. Check the Upcoming Events page for details.
This months newsletter is a double edition... Enjoy and make sure to meet Local Folks Henry and Robin Fremont, check out Decembers Magical Moments which features Doug Spivak's gorgeous photo of Los Ayala!
Merry Christmas & Best Wishes for a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year!
A Few Words from the Editor
The weather is absolutely perfect! Warm, sunny days and clear blue skies; and comfortably cool evenings filled with clear, starry skies. Best of all the weather will remain like this until April! This weekend I spotted some dolphins frolicking in the waters just off of Los Ayala beach. Paradise indeed!
The celebration of Dia de Revolucion in Los Ayala was very well attended by ~ 150 persons. The highlight of the evening was definitely the dance troupe and drummer from the state of Jalisco. To view photos of the event, including the beautiful photos of Ken & Bea Rauch see Dia de Revolucion.
The first weekend of December in Los Ayala was a most memorable weekend! Volunteers from Mexico city, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, and all over Jaltemba Bay gave their time to help out with the "Clean the Oceans Days" event. A team of scuba divers came from Mexico City and Guadalajara to clean the ocean waters around Coral Island. Volunteers from all over Jaltemba Bay helped clean the local beaches, and the beach on Coral Island. Los Ayala beach also benefited from the use of the Guayabitos beach cleaning machine, twice in one week!
Event volunteers were treated to lunch at Boca del Rio restaurant on Los Ayala beach - compliments of Juan Rodriguez. Juan also supplied all the boat transportation for the event. To read a special expression of appreciation by Aruturo Ramirez from Guadalajara to the municipal government, event sponsors, Juan Rodriguez, and the volunteers who made the event possible see "Uniting to Clean the Oceans."
The majority of the roads in Los Ayala were leveled through the continued efforts of Romy Mora, Regidor for Jaltemba Bay. Romy Mora asked me to say thank you from her on behalf of the community of Los Ayala to "Congressman, Gerardo Palomino" who paid for the machine to level the roads in Los Ayala. Thank you!
Officials from Profepa visited Los Ayala in early December to ensure that all the hotels on the beach are draining their pool waste water into their sewer hook up, rather than into the ocean. It is also not acceptable to allow pool water to drain into the ocean. Romy advises that Profepa will return in two weeks time to ensure that all the hotels have complied with regulations.
Finally, the news everyone has been waiting to hear... Congratulations to Miguel Sillas, Los Ayala's new Juez!
Thank you Romy Mora, for everything you have done for Los Ayala, and continue to do; and for setting the standard for service excellence in Los Ayala.
It's a tradition in Los Ayala to host Christmas Posadas in the Town Plaza, and this year the date is tentatively set for Tuesday, December 20th. A children's party is scheduled for 4 p.m. in Los Ayala's Town Plaza. If you love children and photography, this is a great opportunity to take some real cute shots! The adult party is set for 7 p.m. . Delicious homemade tamales (the best in Los Ayala) and the sweet hot beverage Atole will be available for purchase. Check the Upcoming Events page for details.
This months newsletter is a double edition... Enjoy and make sure to meet Local Folks Henry and Robin Fremont, check out Decembers Magical Moments which features Doug Spivak's gorgeous photo of Los Ayala!
Merry Christmas & Best Wishes for a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year!
Magical Moments
Gorgeous Grandiose Los Ayala View
December 2011
By Doug Spivak
Gorgeous Grandiose Los Ayala View
December 2011
By Doug Spivak
Wanted!
Photos of events, people, and of Los Ayala, from years ago! If you have a Yesteryear Photo to share with others please....
Email your photo to Christina@MagicalLosAyala.com
Photos of events, people, and of Los Ayala, from years ago! If you have a Yesteryear Photo to share with others please....
Email your photo to Christina@MagicalLosAyala.com
ChElSeA SwAnSoN is taking a short break from writing to concentrate on her school studies...
Mexican Musings
A Canadian Teen Reflects on
her life experiences in Los Ayala, Nayarit
A Canadian Teen Reflects on
her life experiences in Los Ayala, Nayarit
Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue
Spay & Neutar Clinic Update
We had 232 animals arrive at our clinic with a total of 214 of animals sterilized. There were 10 consultations,
as well as number of other medical procedures performed.
There were six adoptions at the clinic site and another ten dogs were sent to Victoria for adoption as part of our "Adopt a dog from Mexico Program" with the MacKenzie Veterinary Clinic. Within a week, five of the ten dogs were claimed! Lucky dogs! We still have 5 more available!
The success of the clinic is always dependent upon our wonderful JBAR supporters, volunteers and donors. Thank you so much!
Email Lin Chimes
Spay & Neutar Clinic Update
We had 232 animals arrive at our clinic with a total of 214 of animals sterilized. There were 10 consultations,
as well as number of other medical procedures performed.
There were six adoptions at the clinic site and another ten dogs were sent to Victoria for adoption as part of our "Adopt a dog from Mexico Program" with the MacKenzie Veterinary Clinic. Within a week, five of the ten dogs were claimed! Lucky dogs! We still have 5 more available!
The success of the clinic is always dependent upon our wonderful JBAR supporters, volunteers and donors. Thank you so much!
Email Lin Chimes
Beach Aficionado?
Sayulita - Definitely worth exploring!
Sayulita - Definitely worth exploring!
Los Ayala Local Folks
Meet Robin & Henry Fremont and their dog Bear...
Robin and Henry bought a vacation home in Los Ayala in 2006 and enjoy spending every winter here.
Meet Robin & Henry Fremont and their dog Bear...
Robin and Henry bought a vacation home in Los Ayala in 2006 and enjoy spending every winter here.
Staying Beautiful in Los Ayala
Insider Tips
Monica Ayala sells a cosmetic line which includes makeup and creams called Zermat (akin to Avon, and said to be of higher quality - the mascara is great!). Monica can be found at the Hotel Riviera Opale on Los Ayala beach every Wednesday ~ 10 a.m.. She will also deliver to your home or hotel in Los Ayala, and can be reached at 322-182-3099
Insider Tips
Monica Ayala sells a cosmetic line which includes makeup and creams called Zermat (akin to Avon, and said to be of higher quality - the mascara is great!). Monica can be found at the Hotel Riviera Opale on Los Ayala beach every Wednesday ~ 10 a.m.. She will also deliver to your home or hotel in Los Ayala, and can be reached at 322-182-3099
Hamaca Maya for an authentic Mayan Hammock or Mexican Folk Art
Armandos Jewelery for silver, gold and turquoise jewelery
Kiichelem Day Spa for Gift Certificates
Armandos Jewelery for silver, gold and turquoise jewelery
Kiichelem Day Spa for Gift Certificates
dreaming of owning a beach front condo on the riviera nayarit, on pacific mexico's best swimming beach?
Check out Villas Marena the best place to LIVE!
Check out Villas Marena the best place to LIVE!
Barbie Angel Project Update
Barbie Gramma (Geri de Moss) and her team of elves have dressed ~ 484 barbies to date, with another ~ 50 Barbies to go. Geri still needs MORE Barbies so keep bringing them!
Thanks to all of the volunteers and transporters, the children will again have a happy holiday., Barbie Gramma
If you have dolls or wish to help get the dolls ready at a barbie dressing party please email the Barbie Lady - - - Email Geri de Moss
Barbie Gramma (Geri de Moss) and her team of elves have dressed ~ 484 barbies to date, with another ~ 50 Barbies to go. Geri still needs MORE Barbies so keep bringing them!
Thanks to all of the volunteers and transporters, the children will again have a happy holiday., Barbie Gramma
If you have dolls or wish to help get the dolls ready at a barbie dressing party please email the Barbie Lady - - - Email Geri de Moss
Riviera Nayarit Beautiful Birds
By Bobbie Kay of Lo de Marcos
By Bobbie Kay of Lo de Marcos
Christmas Gift Ideas
Los Ayala News Update
Tourism Meeting
Romy Mora advises that the tourism meeting held in November was small with only seven members in attendance. At the meeting Romy was asked to forward a request to the municipal government to redo the Andadors (walkways leading to the beach) in Rincon de Guayabitos. That's all!
Elections for Juez of Los Ayala
Congratulations to Miguel Sillas, Los Ayala's Juez! The election results were announced on Dec. 4th. Yes, I promise to take a photo of Miguel Sillas, on the very first opportunity I receive!
Roads
All of the main roads and several of the side the roads in Los Ayala were leveled in early December, thanks to the continued efforts of Romy Mora, Regidor Jaltemba Bay. The municipal government provided the machinery and labour, and local folks paid for the gas which was ~ 200-300 pesos per person. A special thanks from the community of Los Ayala to Congressman Gerardo Palomino who paid for the machinery.
Romy Mora is still working on a project to improve the roads in Los Ayala! Her project proposes that property owners who wish to have the roads fronting their property paved in a mixture of cobblestone and concrete will have the project subsidized by the municipal government. The cost is ~ 350 pesos per square meter and if Romy is successful in pushing this project through, the government will cover 2/3 of the cost, which makes it a real deal for proprietors who will only have to pay 1/3 of the cost.
Challenges experienced early this month included; no water for residents of Los Ayala for ~ two weeks, and overflow from the local pumping station because the CFE bill had not been paid by Siapa. I'm happy to advise that both issues have been resolved.
More great news! Romy is spearheading a project that will see, sometime in June 2012, all the main streets south of Bahia de Banderas paved with interlocking brick, with the funds raised from the 3 for 1 program.
Tourism Meeting
Romy Mora advises that the tourism meeting held in November was small with only seven members in attendance. At the meeting Romy was asked to forward a request to the municipal government to redo the Andadors (walkways leading to the beach) in Rincon de Guayabitos. That's all!
Elections for Juez of Los Ayala
Congratulations to Miguel Sillas, Los Ayala's Juez! The election results were announced on Dec. 4th. Yes, I promise to take a photo of Miguel Sillas, on the very first opportunity I receive!
Roads
All of the main roads and several of the side the roads in Los Ayala were leveled in early December, thanks to the continued efforts of Romy Mora, Regidor Jaltemba Bay. The municipal government provided the machinery and labour, and local folks paid for the gas which was ~ 200-300 pesos per person. A special thanks from the community of Los Ayala to Congressman Gerardo Palomino who paid for the machinery.
Romy Mora is still working on a project to improve the roads in Los Ayala! Her project proposes that property owners who wish to have the roads fronting their property paved in a mixture of cobblestone and concrete will have the project subsidized by the municipal government. The cost is ~ 350 pesos per square meter and if Romy is successful in pushing this project through, the government will cover 2/3 of the cost, which makes it a real deal for proprietors who will only have to pay 1/3 of the cost.
Challenges experienced early this month included; no water for residents of Los Ayala for ~ two weeks, and overflow from the local pumping station because the CFE bill had not been paid by Siapa. I'm happy to advise that both issues have been resolved.
More great news! Romy is spearheading a project that will see, sometime in June 2012, all the main streets south of Bahia de Banderas paved with interlocking brick, with the funds raised from the 3 for 1 program.
Bungalows Las Iguanas
Family Friendly accommodation just two blocks from Los Ayala beach!
Family Friendly accommodation just two blocks from Los Ayala beach!
Where to find Gourmet Cookies and a Good Cup of Coffee in Los Ayala
My Personal Experience with Renewing my FM3 Lucrativo
Once you have filled out the forms and submitted all required paperwork at the IMN office in Bucerias, they will give you a NUT; not to eat, but to use as a key to view the state of your application. On the paper with your NUT you will also find your "Contrasena" which you all know by now serves as your password. The password you are provided is numerical, so you can think of it as your PIN, just slightly less important than your NUT.
Using your PIEZA #, not pie and not pizza, (which you receive on line when you submit your on-line application) and your NUT (which the friendly clerks at INM give you once they have accepted your application and checked your documentation), you can track the progress of your application on the INM website.
Go to the INM Website and select " Tramites Migratorios," which is the third box down on the right of the page. This will take you to the next page where you will enter your PIEZA and your CONTRASENA (good thing that you saved your PIEZA and did not eat it all!) Now click on selection and up comes your old NUT!
Below your NUT you will find your personal data and your NUE. Don't worry, I had no use for my NUE either! It just seems to be there. Below your useless NUE, is a table which documents the progress of your application.
This table follows the progress of your tramit,
(application) step by step, until finally it says paid.
Below the box that says paid, is a rather confusing Line of Spanish which roughly translates to " Expedite your Tramite." It says "Click Aqui." Do not bother to "Click Here"as it will just take you back to a page with more forms to fill out, which you will recognize as the same forms you filled out weeks ago at the beginning of this odyssey. The button "Click Aqui" is a little Mexican joke on you and what it really means, is that your FM is ready for you to pick up!
So off you go with your PAPER containing your PIEZA, YOUR CONTRASENA AND YOUR NUT, you can leave your NUI at home.
You are now ready to go and be fingerprinted, in a beautiful hue of navy blue ink, and get your document!!!!!!!! Wasn"t this fun???? Lets do it again next year!
Actually it is really easy and the process is far more efficient than it was four year ago. My FM was ready for pick up in two weeks and the folks at the INM office could not be more helpful. If your Spanish is not very good, they have staff on board who speak English and are very willing to help you.
I asked the staff at the INM office, and consulted with Adriana Hidrogo, an Acountant in Los Ayala who processes FMs for foreigners as a service. I was advised that the proposed introduction of new immigration laws for Mexico are at this stage, just an idea, a project, that everyone hopes will be implemented.
When I pushed for news of an expected date for the introduction of the new immigration law, Adriana advised that she was hopeful the new law would come in to effect in six months to a year, but she qualified her statement by advising that is still too, early to say. The first step is for the guidelines and manuals to be printed and distributed to the staff in charge of processing FMs. In other words, it may be a "Mexican While."
PS The Oxxo store located just down the street from the INM office sells cotton balls and nail polish remover, which works just fine if you wish to restore your finger tips to their natural colour.
Once you have filled out the forms and submitted all required paperwork at the IMN office in Bucerias, they will give you a NUT; not to eat, but to use as a key to view the state of your application. On the paper with your NUT you will also find your "Contrasena" which you all know by now serves as your password. The password you are provided is numerical, so you can think of it as your PIN, just slightly less important than your NUT.
Using your PIEZA #, not pie and not pizza, (which you receive on line when you submit your on-line application) and your NUT (which the friendly clerks at INM give you once they have accepted your application and checked your documentation), you can track the progress of your application on the INM website.
Go to the INM Website and select " Tramites Migratorios," which is the third box down on the right of the page. This will take you to the next page where you will enter your PIEZA and your CONTRASENA (good thing that you saved your PIEZA and did not eat it all!) Now click on selection and up comes your old NUT!
Below your NUT you will find your personal data and your NUE. Don't worry, I had no use for my NUE either! It just seems to be there. Below your useless NUE, is a table which documents the progress of your application.
This table follows the progress of your tramit,
(application) step by step, until finally it says paid.
Below the box that says paid, is a rather confusing Line of Spanish which roughly translates to " Expedite your Tramite." It says "Click Aqui." Do not bother to "Click Here"as it will just take you back to a page with more forms to fill out, which you will recognize as the same forms you filled out weeks ago at the beginning of this odyssey. The button "Click Aqui" is a little Mexican joke on you and what it really means, is that your FM is ready for you to pick up!
So off you go with your PAPER containing your PIEZA, YOUR CONTRASENA AND YOUR NUT, you can leave your NUI at home.
You are now ready to go and be fingerprinted, in a beautiful hue of navy blue ink, and get your document!!!!!!!! Wasn"t this fun???? Lets do it again next year!
Actually it is really easy and the process is far more efficient than it was four year ago. My FM was ready for pick up in two weeks and the folks at the INM office could not be more helpful. If your Spanish is not very good, they have staff on board who speak English and are very willing to help you.
I asked the staff at the INM office, and consulted with Adriana Hidrogo, an Acountant in Los Ayala who processes FMs for foreigners as a service. I was advised that the proposed introduction of new immigration laws for Mexico are at this stage, just an idea, a project, that everyone hopes will be implemented.
When I pushed for news of an expected date for the introduction of the new immigration law, Adriana advised that she was hopeful the new law would come in to effect in six months to a year, but she qualified her statement by advising that is still too, early to say. The first step is for the guidelines and manuals to be printed and distributed to the staff in charge of processing FMs. In other words, it may be a "Mexican While."
PS The Oxxo store located just down the street from the INM office sells cotton balls and nail polish remover, which works just fine if you wish to restore your finger tips to their natural colour.
The coffee shop at Posada Las Flores serves fresh American style brewed coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and cafe latte. The coffee is local, and they process the beans on site. Fresh, local coffee! Internet services, including skype are also available at the cafe...Right here in Los Ayala!
Renewing your FM2 and FM3
The Final Steps - Continued from last month
The Final Steps - Continued from last month
Congratulations to Local Folks OJ & Dulce on their beautiful, Baby Girl!
OJ advises that Regina was born on October 31st and that Rodrigo now has a little sister! Princess Regina, weighed 2.7 kilos and was 47 centimeters tall, at birth.
Congrats to Dulce , Regina , Rodrigo and O.J.!
OJ advises that Regina was born on October 31st and that Rodrigo now has a little sister! Princess Regina, weighed 2.7 kilos and was 47 centimeters tall, at birth.
Congrats to Dulce , Regina , Rodrigo and O.J.!
Easy on the Budget Accommodations
Bungalows Alexa
This vacation rental is a super deal, starting from just $25 USD per night! Bungalows Alexa is located just 100 meters from Playa Los Ayala, and an easy walk to everything in town. A great choice for vacationers on a tight budget! For more information see Bungalows Alexa
Bungalows Alexa
This vacation rental is a super deal, starting from just $25 USD per night! Bungalows Alexa is located just 100 meters from Playa Los Ayala, and an easy walk to everything in town. A great choice for vacationers on a tight budget! For more information see Bungalows Alexa
The poinsettia is native to Mexico and has been associated with Christmas celebrations since the 17th century. There is a legend connected with the poinsettia which tells the story of a young boy who walked to the church in his village to visit the Nativity scene. Upon arrival, the young boy realized that he had nothing to offer the Christ Child and decided to gather some green branches which he found growing along the road. When he laid the branches by the manger, a beautiful red star-shaped flower blossomed on each branch.
Traditionally Christmas festivities in Mexico begin with “Las Posada’s” which consist of nine consecutive days of candlelight processions and parties, starting on December 16th. The festivities of Las Posadas reflect Joseph and Mary’s nine day journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Christmas Eve is the last night of the posada and the local people typically attend midnight mass at the town church and return home to enjoy dinner with their families.
In Los Ayala, the local children delight in a game in which “Piñatas”, typically resembling a doll, teddy bear or Santa Claus, filled with candy and then suspended from the ceiling on a rope. Each child is blindfolded and attempts to break the Piñata with a stick. The child who succeeds is the hero of the party, and shares the candy with all the children in attendance.
We purchase Piñatas at the local store, stuff them with candy and distribute them to the less affluent families who live in our neighbourhood. The delight on the children’s faces and puts us into the Christmas Spirit.
We celebrate Christmas Eve in a traditional manner but we roast our turkey on the BBQ because frankly it is too hot here, to roast a turkey in the oven. I bake shortbread and spice cookies, which our neighbours think are absolutely scrumptious. We decorate the outside of our house with Christmas lights, and we even have an artificial Christmas tree adorned with decorations from the local market, a few keepsakes that we brought from Canada, and a few of the latest from Wal-Mart.
On Christmas day we pack our swimsuits and a picnic lunch, and hire a boat and driver for the day, to explore the beaches along our coast. We delight in watching humpback whales cavort in ocean, snorkelling at a nearby island, and just strolling along our beautiful beach. To end the day we crack open a bottle of champagne and jump in our pool for a dip, just because we can!
Traditionally Christmas festivities in Mexico begin with “Las Posada’s” which consist of nine consecutive days of candlelight processions and parties, starting on December 16th. The festivities of Las Posadas reflect Joseph and Mary’s nine day journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Christmas Eve is the last night of the posada and the local people typically attend midnight mass at the town church and return home to enjoy dinner with their families.
In Los Ayala, the local children delight in a game in which “Piñatas”, typically resembling a doll, teddy bear or Santa Claus, filled with candy and then suspended from the ceiling on a rope. Each child is blindfolded and attempts to break the Piñata with a stick. The child who succeeds is the hero of the party, and shares the candy with all the children in attendance.
We purchase Piñatas at the local store, stuff them with candy and distribute them to the less affluent families who live in our neighbourhood. The delight on the children’s faces and puts us into the Christmas Spirit.
We celebrate Christmas Eve in a traditional manner but we roast our turkey on the BBQ because frankly it is too hot here, to roast a turkey in the oven. I bake shortbread and spice cookies, which our neighbours think are absolutely scrumptious. We decorate the outside of our house with Christmas lights, and we even have an artificial Christmas tree adorned with decorations from the local market, a few keepsakes that we brought from Canada, and a few of the latest from Wal-Mart.
On Christmas day we pack our swimsuits and a picnic lunch, and hire a boat and driver for the day, to explore the beaches along our coast. We delight in watching humpback whales cavort in ocean, snorkelling at a nearby island, and just strolling along our beautiful beach. To end the day we crack open a bottle of champagne and jump in our pool for a dip, just because we can!
Christmas in Los Ayala
By Christina Stobbs
As first published by Escape from America
As first published by Escape from America
Los Ayala Vacation Rental Special
Charlies Villa Style Bungalows
Just 600 pesos per night, based on double occupancy.
What a deal! Check it out at Charlies Villa Style Bungalows
Charlies Villa Style Bungalows
Just 600 pesos per night, based on double occupancy.
What a deal! Check it out at Charlies Villa Style Bungalows
Children from Los Ayala's Elementary School
on the Day of the Revolution Day Parade.
on the Day of the Revolution Day Parade.
Click on any image to view Bobbie's beautiful photos of Mexican ChaChalacas, a Mot Mot, and a Magpie Jay
This idyllic beach town located on Pacific Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, is just a thirty minute drive south of Los Ayala, and makes a great day trip from Los Ayala, especially if you are craving a little surf action.
Celebrating Successes!
Darlene Jones of Rincon de Guayabitios, who wrote the delightful article "Body Boarding in Jaltemba Bay" has published her first book, "Embattled." A story of adventure and romance with a touch of sci-fi magic.
To read more and purchase the book see
Em and Yves
Darlene hosted a Book Signing at Georges Three Flag Coffee in Guayabitos, on Friday, Dec. 9th which was well attended by local folks.
Congratulations, Darlene!
Darlene Jones of Rincon de Guayabitios, who wrote the delightful article "Body Boarding in Jaltemba Bay" has published her first book, "Embattled." A story of adventure and romance with a touch of sci-fi magic.
To read more and purchase the book see
Em and Yves
Darlene hosted a Book Signing at Georges Three Flag Coffee in Guayabitos, on Friday, Dec. 9th which was well attended by local folks.
Congratulations, Darlene!
Coffee in Los Ayala
By Anna Ibarra of Posada Las Flores
The coffee at the the cafe at Posada Las Flores is roasted fresh, every three to five days. All the coffee is local; grown in Nayarit, at different altitudes. We carry several different varieties, from different altitudes, medium to dark roast.
We are also happy to roast coffee for you, but request that you place your order, one day prior, to give us time to roast your coffee. Our coffee is always fresh! Always local, and always roasted here on site!
Last year we bought the coffee beans as berries; washed them on site, and dried them on the hotel roof in the sun. At this stage of the process it is referred to as "Cafe Pergamino." Next we took the beans to Compostela where they are run through a machine to remove the outer chaff. At this stage of the process it is now "Cafe in Oro."
Photos on Posada Las Flores Facebook Page
Washing the Beans
Drying the Beans
Drop by this season, and check out our famous mocha frappes! We also offer cappuccinos, lattes, Italian sodas, smoothies, and milkshakes.
New drinks this season (starting in January) include organic loose leaf teas, in single or group services, and french press coffee service.
The menu at Posada Las Flores Cafe, as always includes, our yummy pastries and cookies (locally baked), chicken burgers, nuggets, wings: mexican "tortas" or sandwich on kaiser type buns - spiced pulled pork, or ham or turkey, burritos, quesadillas, fries, and onion rings.
New this Season
(Available On or Before Christmas)
Caesar Salad, with roast chicken breast
Spicy fries
Hamburgers (beef)
Tortas (chicken breast or spiced chicken)
Tortas (special)
Mozza cheese sticks
Jalapeno poppers
Mushroom poppers
Sweet Potato Fries (dessert - with whip cream and your choice of syrup)
and ..... PIE IN THE SKY CHEESECAKES and various desserts.
By Anna Ibarra of Posada Las Flores
The coffee at the the cafe at Posada Las Flores is roasted fresh, every three to five days. All the coffee is local; grown in Nayarit, at different altitudes. We carry several different varieties, from different altitudes, medium to dark roast.
We are also happy to roast coffee for you, but request that you place your order, one day prior, to give us time to roast your coffee. Our coffee is always fresh! Always local, and always roasted here on site!
Last year we bought the coffee beans as berries; washed them on site, and dried them on the hotel roof in the sun. At this stage of the process it is referred to as "Cafe Pergamino." Next we took the beans to Compostela where they are run through a machine to remove the outer chaff. At this stage of the process it is now "Cafe in Oro."
Photos on Posada Las Flores Facebook Page
Washing the Beans
Drying the Beans
Drop by this season, and check out our famous mocha frappes! We also offer cappuccinos, lattes, Italian sodas, smoothies, and milkshakes.
New drinks this season (starting in January) include organic loose leaf teas, in single or group services, and french press coffee service.
The menu at Posada Las Flores Cafe, as always includes, our yummy pastries and cookies (locally baked), chicken burgers, nuggets, wings: mexican "tortas" or sandwich on kaiser type buns - spiced pulled pork, or ham or turkey, burritos, quesadillas, fries, and onion rings.
New this Season
(Available On or Before Christmas)
Caesar Salad, with roast chicken breast
Spicy fries
Hamburgers (beef)
Tortas (chicken breast or spiced chicken)
Tortas (special)
Mozza cheese sticks
Jalapeno poppers
Mushroom poppers
Sweet Potato Fries (dessert - with whip cream and your choice of syrup)
and ..... PIE IN THE SKY CHEESECAKES and various desserts.
Seeking Accommodations in Los Ayala ,
near the beach, this Christmas...
Quiet, middle aged, Canadian female teacher would like to find a clean, safe and quiet location to spend two weeks over Christmas. Potential to study Spanish...could trade for English instruction.
No smoking. Pets OK. Homestay, casita, or whatever. Within 10 minutes of the beach.
Email Katherine
near the beach, this Christmas...
Quiet, middle aged, Canadian female teacher would like to find a clean, safe and quiet location to spend two weeks over Christmas. Potential to study Spanish...could trade for English instruction.
No smoking. Pets OK. Homestay, casita, or whatever. Within 10 minutes of the beach.
Email Katherine
New in Los Ayala!
Two ATM machines!
The ATM's are Located in the entrance to Bungalows Villa Coral (A colourful white & pink building) at the corner of on Avenida Coral and Madre Perla.
Two ATM machines!
The ATM's are Located in the entrance to Bungalows Villa Coral (A colourful white & pink building) at the corner of on Avenida Coral and Madre Perla.
Click on any image to view photos of the Mexico Revolution Day Parade in La Penita de Jaltemba
That's all folks!
Los Amigos de Jaltemba
Open House
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Restaurante La Palapa de Guty
Circuito Libertad #4
7:00 p.m.
We encourage you to bring along a friend or neighbour who you think might be interested in becoming a member.
We hope to see you all on the 13th of December!
Open House
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Restaurante La Palapa de Guty
Circuito Libertad #4
7:00 p.m.
We encourage you to bring along a friend or neighbour who you think might be interested in becoming a member.
We hope to see you all on the 13th of December!
Upcoming Events in Jaltemba Bay
Rotary Dinner Dance - January 21st
Margarita Challenge - Sorry, Sold Out!
Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show - Feb. 21st
For more information on these community events see Happening in JBAY
Rotary Dinner Dance - January 21st
Margarita Challenge - Sorry, Sold Out!
Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show - Feb. 21st
For more information on these community events see Happening in JBAY
Upcoming Events in Los Ayala
Sneak Preview
A "Thank You Party for Foreigners" will be hosted in Los Ayala's Town Plaza, sometime in January 2011.
The event will be a lively "Traditional Mexican Fiesta," and is being hosted by the community of Los Ayala, specifically to thank everyone in Jaltemba Bay for supporting Los Ayala's Town Plaza.
Check the Upcoming Events Page for further details in early January!
Sneak Preview
A "Thank You Party for Foreigners" will be hosted in Los Ayala's Town Plaza, sometime in January 2011.
The event will be a lively "Traditional Mexican Fiesta," and is being hosted by the community of Los Ayala, specifically to thank everyone in Jaltemba Bay for supporting Los Ayala's Town Plaza.
Check the Upcoming Events Page for further details in early January!
Los Ayala Locals Experiment with Fixing their Roads
Local folks in Los Ayala who live on, or near upper Madre Perla, or "Rio Perla" as it is commonly referred to during the rainy season, are experimenting with fixing the roads themselves. They leveled, compacted and paved the center portion of upper Madre Perla with a wide strip of natural cement. A three meter wide strip of the cement material was also laid down the center of the streets named Gaviotas and Pelicanos. It was a quite an expensive project (~ 30,000 pesos), but less expensive than paving the road with cobblestone and cement would have been. Only time will tell if the road work will stand up to next years rains.
The folks living in this particular neighbourhood wish to express their appreciation to Morley Schemenauer, for spearheading the initiative to fix the roads and for his most generous contribution to the project. Thank you, Morley! (Morley, is the gentleman featured in the fourth photo.)
Morley, expressed his appreciation to everyone in the neighbour hood who contributed to the project, or by lending a hand. Personally, I am looking forward to being able to ride my bike, up and down Madre Perla. Thank you, Morley!
The folks living in this particular neighbourhood wish to express their appreciation to Morley Schemenauer, for spearheading the initiative to fix the roads and for his most generous contribution to the project. Thank you, Morley! (Morley, is the gentleman featured in the fourth photo.)
Morley, expressed his appreciation to everyone in the neighbour hood who contributed to the project, or by lending a hand. Personally, I am looking forward to being able to ride my bike, up and down Madre Perla. Thank you, Morley!
Magical Los Ayala
Succession Planning
Wanted! A community minded professional with web design skills to take Magical Los Ayala to the next level!
For more information please contact Christina
Tel: 327-274-3516 Email: Christina Stobbs
Succession Planning
Wanted! A community minded professional with web design skills to take Magical Los Ayala to the next level!
For more information please contact Christina
Tel: 327-274-3516 Email: Christina Stobbs
"Malecon"
This is the "coast drive," "coast road" or "beachfront street" that distinguishes towns and cities fronting the ocean. Malecons are invariably dotted with restaurants, night spots, hotels and are favourite gathering places, day and night.
This is the "coast drive," "coast road" or "beachfront street" that distinguishes towns and cities fronting the ocean. Malecons are invariably dotted with restaurants, night spots, hotels and are favourite gathering places, day and night.
