August 1st, Puerto Peñasco began to open it’s beaches and water access to the public. Many thing have changed in the last 2 weeks. It was announced that people would be able to have access to the beach and water in certain areas of the city and surrounding beaches. There were long lines coming in [...]
This is current as of 7/20/2020, the Mexican/US border is not closed. This is a term that gets people very confused. It is following the same agreement that the US has with Canada and will expire 8/21/2020. It is closed only for essential travel, but whether or not they are enforcing it in Sonoyta, we [...]
We are only 28 days from the start of the Annual Christmas Posada’s which start on December 16. In most countries the 12 days of Christmas are celebrated but in Mexico it is the 9 days leading up to Christmas Eve or Noche Buena as it is called. During this time families gather every [...]
Do I need a US Passport or US Passport Card when coming back from Puerto Peñasco? This questions comes up on FaceBook almost every day. YES you need a US Passport or US Passport Card. It is the LAW and even though they are not currently enforcing it, the day will come very soon when [...]
In Puerto Peñasco, there are charity events nearly all year long. So when Santiago Ruiz, director of Casa Hogar home for the elderly came aboard 4 years ago he knew he had to find something different to raise funds. So he started the Charganga Derby for teens and adults. Every year that event is held [...]
Puerto Peñasco also known as Rocky Point has seen the booms and the busts over the years. But now it appears we are in full throttle ahead mode with new businesses opening all over town. It is so encouraging to see this happening. Another thing that is great about these new venues is that the owners [...]
The one question I get asked the most, is what do people that live their full time or own businesses do for fun in summer? Many businesses in the Malecon close up for a few weeks to give their employees a vacation. Many people escape to Ensenada where it is cooler. However many stay here [...]
The 4th Annual Charanga Derby will be held April 13, 2019. This competition is between various business and service clubs and has proved to be quite the event for entrants and spectators in Puerto Peñasco. The cars are made from everything from wheel borrows to wagons and barrels. The event benefits Casa Hogar home for [...]
Like clockwork the Fin and Humpback whales arrived in the upper Sea of Cortez for the residents and tourists to enjoy. They were about 8 miles off shore and seem to love to play with the Dolphin and the whale watching boats. On February 9th, I had the opportunity to go out on the Pancho Villa [...]
REAL CENTER ROCKY POINT COMING SOON On Saturday February 2nd the ground breaking ceremony was held at the site of the new Real Center Puerto Peñasco. This development is being done by MG Developmet (Miguel Guevara of Puerto Privada and the new Encantame Tower developments). Miguel who explained the project, was accompanied by Mayor Kiko [...]
dave says:
***Update Jan 1, 2018***
Bus service with TAP Royal to Puerto Penasco...
Leah frazier says:
Hi Betty,
How were you able to drive down,my understanding was...
Denisse says:
Quisiera saber mas sobre paquetes de bodas
Nadia Arellano says:
Hi Beverly I like information about the schools did they teach...
Renata W says:
Great info . Will share
