November 25, 2011 – Well we made it to the bottom and after a couple of peaceful cool night in Rancho Verde, what a change! Everyone is really warm now, around 28C by 4 pm. After a big shop at COSTCO we headed to Vagabundos to set up for the next few days then off to La Europea to taste some fine Tequilla and Walmart for a few last items.
MEXICAN REVOLUTION 1910-1920
November 20, 2011 – Throughout history Mexico has experienced many violent conflicts. The most famous perhaps is the Mexican Revolution from 1910-1920. The revolution happened because Mexican’s of every class and social standing could no longer tolerate the corrupt dictator President Porfino Diaz who had ruled for 30 years. This revolution proved fatal to many revolutionary leaders and heroes and over two million Mexican men & women during this 10 year period.
Day 13-We had fun on Baja tonight!
November 15, 2011 – We arrived in Loreto, BCS yesterday and have had a chance to poke around town. Folks are really enjoying what is “The Birthplace of the California’s”, both north (US) and south (Mexico).
Day 7 – San Ignacio, BCS
November 9th, 2011- Hola everyone, we are well on our way to a great tour, good group and lots of fun! The road construction after Maneadero was very doable, a little muddy because of the rain, nothing to fret about.
El Día de los Muertos ”Day of the Dead”
November 1, 2011 – We are back in San Diego visiting Carol & Hugh from the Discover Baja Travel Club and went to see the 11th Annual Dia De Los Muertos celebrations at the Mission San Luis Rey, Oceanside. The ”Day of the Dead” (El Día de los Muertos or All Souls’ Day) is a holiday celebrated in Mexico and by Latin Americans living in the United States and Canada. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died.
