Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa Message Board - Return Trip

Return Trip (reply)

wcameron — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 23:30:11 +0000

Thank ypu so much. It's a beautiful place for sunset but I'm usually all alone. I walk the trail both ways. It's rocky Trail but I have a good headlamp. It takes about 20 minutes each way from LA Ropa. you can see images of the trail here: https://picasaweb.google.com/111702768596683960215/WalkToLasGatasBeach?authkey=Gv1sRgCLvcsvWIrbbCYA&gsessionid=Y85UAK2hdwrRq2QKbl6Raw

Cheers

Return Trip (reply)

Simcor — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 23:09:10 +0000

First, great photo! Second, I Was curious how you get back; arrange a private boat or do the water taxi's make a last run just after sunset?

Las Gatas to Playa Principal...and beyond (reply)

wcameron — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 22:38:55 +0000

It's the natural reflection from the large condo complex on the hillside. One of the great thing about working in layers is that the reflections are easily removed if you prefer. Now wouldn't this look good on your walls back home in Minnesota?

wardc_151218_2256 Panorama Master - No Reflection.jpg by Ward Cameron, on Flickr

Las Gatas to Playa Principal...and beyond (reply)

JeffMN — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 21:16:27 +0000

I think the b-ball court would be further to the left from this angle. And the big light looks like it's elevated up on a hill. Maybe the big navy housing development recently built right under the Parthenon?

Las Gatas to Playa Principal...and beyond (reply)

Flatlander — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 20:49:01 +0000

Basketball court?

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JeffMN — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 20:31:15 +0000

Gorgeous shot as usual, Ward. Can't help but comment, though, on the awful, scene-stealing reflection right in the middle -- anyone know where that scar of light comes from?

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wcameron — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 18:19:09 +0000

It was a great place for sunset. From there, you can see the entire Zihua bay. When I arrived it was like rush hour in New York as everyone rushed to leave on the water taxis. By the end I had the place all to myself.

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frostbite — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 14:08:59 +0000

Lovely! We'll be there soon.

Las Gatas to Playa Principal...and beyond (reply)

Kolby — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 11:57:02 +0000

Wow! Beautiful.

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Charlybby — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 06:05:45 +0000

Omg!!! Beautiful!!! Love all the beaches, but special place for Las Gatas! Thanks for the pic!!

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ZihuaRob — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 03:44:09 +0000

¡Espectacular! An excellent place to be at the end of the day in Zihuatanejo. Thank you!

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needshendy — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 02:16:08 +0000

Absolutely beautiful! Can't wait to see it for myself again in 20 days or so. Love Las Gatas on a Sunday. Great to see the locals enjoy themselves and love the hike.

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elkshead — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 02:10:02 +0000

Beautiful pic Thanks

Las Gatas to Playa Principal...and beyond

wcameron — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 01:16:30 +0000

I apologize for not posting for a few days. My laptop has been collapsing under the weight of some massive files (4+ GB) so editing has been problematic. I've switched to a new workflow so I'm optimistic that I'll be able to get the editing under a more manageable level.

I've spent a few sunsets on Las Gatas over the past week. Here is an image that shows everything from Las Gatas to beyond Playa Principal. I hope you like it.

wardc_151218_2256 Panorama Master.jpg by Ward Cameron, on Flickr