ZIHguen las Lluvias Sabrosas

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An overnight rain brought temperatures down this Friday morning, and a nice breeze from the east made for a beautiful morning in Zihuatanejo. So refreshing from what we've had for the past few weeks!

Unfortunately, there were visitors swimming in the bay before the sun even rose. A shame they don't know better, and there should be signs on our beaches warning NOT to swim immediately after rains or during the twilight hours when large-toothed critters are seeking a meal.

Now if only we could cool down the ocean, still around 32°C or more in Zihuatanejo's bay, but that's what big hurricanes do, and we're NOT looking forward to those. Local coral is suffering from the hot water and undergoing a bleaching effect that kills it.

The cifras alegres reported by state tourism officials show Ixtapa at over 80% occupancy and Zihuatanejo just over 36%, but Ixtapa tourists don't spend hardly anything outside their all-included hotels, and the day-trippers in Zihuatanejo spend mostly at Oxxo and maybe at a beachfront restaurant. Today was an extremely slow day for Zihuatanejo's merchants, and the beach was not very busy. Such a shame to see us go through another bad tourist season while all our mayor seems interested in are celebrations and pouring cement.

Speaking of cement, citizens of Morelia are furious with their city and state governments for allowing the cutting down of over 200 trees in order to build another elevated road. They were out last night in the rain trying to protect the trees, but the police kept overwhelming them. A real shame and a tragedy for all the wildlife that lives in the trees being cut down, any of them over a hundred years old. Sound familiar?

More rain is in our forecast for this evening and this weekend. Hope they're gentle rains like we had last night.

The folkloric musicians and dancers are putting on a wonderful event in Plaza del Artista this evening. I believe the musicians will be at the Cancha this Sunday.

For a totally relaxing Bed & Breakfast lodging overlooking the remaining jungle in La Ropa, I highly recommend a hidden gem called Casa Arcoíris. The view of the sunset over the treetops from their pool is breathtaking, and the peace and quiet will relieve you of any stress. Five comfortable suites with air conditioning, TV, two pools, and Wi-Fi access at this LGBTQ-friendly lodging make it somewhat exclusive and definitely enchanting. Mention ZihuaRob's and get a discount. (click to enlarge photo)
Bed & Breakfast Lodgings in Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa, Troncones & Barra de Potosí

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Unos visitantes se relajan durante el mediodía en Playa Principal frente a la bahía de Zihuatanejo.