We drove 200 to Lazaro last Friday, and although there were holes, it seemed that it was in great condition as compared to when we used to drive the RV down here.

Maybe the change in vehicles? More likely that the road isn't actually bad. It's all relative.

The people in the villages along the way have been repairing potholes with rocks and dirt. The potholes have been responsible for numerous accidents that have been the subject of discussion among visitors, some deadly. The worst part is between here and Acapulco where we still don't have the 4-lane highway on which work was started well over 10 years ago.

Maybe the change in vehicles? More likely that the road isn't actually bad. It's all relative.

We enjoyed a warm, humid and rainless Wednesday night which made sleeping difficult for some. La Canícula continues making its presence felt. While the forecast says we could get rain any day, next Tuesday looks like the highest chance for some local rains. There's also apparently a water shortage. Not sure if it's because of the tourists, broken pipes or what, but I thought some of you would want to know.

In case you weren't aware, some Olympic games have been playing for several days already on Mexican channels. If you have Megacable then you also have access to the Claro Olympics Channels. Mostly futbol and rugby so far, but there've been some good matches. We root for any American team. Unfortunately, no Mexican futbol teams qualified for the Olympics. We're not happy about that.

The tourists continue pouring in. Seeing some who look like they have money, and we need those the most. But sales still aren't very good for any local merchants I've spoken with. There's been quite a bit of concern by folks who drive here about the terrible road conditions, especially Carretera Nacional 200 that runs up and down the coast. I've no idea why no one is fixing the roads. A damn shame.

Don't forget to come enjoy the traditional danzón music and dancing in Plaza del Artista this Friday around sunset. Always beautiful and enjoyable to hear and watch, and of course you're welcome to dance if you feel inspired. Try to imitate the couples who are all dressed up. They're good teachers. They've been doing this for years, preserving an old Zihuatanejo tradition, and they're happy to welcome newcomers.

A local boutique hotel that certainly is romantic is Tentaciones Hotel & Restaurante. An inviting place that will leave you wanting more of what they have to offer: a luxury bed and breakfast boutique hotel in a private villa overlooking La Ropa Beach with only 4 suites, a restaurant and a unique pool bar lounge offering a panoramic view of Zihuatanejo Bay and its beaches. They also have a two gourmet open-air restaurants that will transport you to a magical place full of temptations.
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Pangas pesqueras en Playa Principal durante el amanecer en la bahía de Zihuatanejo.