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You will see pretty much every kind of instrument played; from a washboard and a squeezebox on up. We enjoy world famous artists; wonderful guitarists and drummers make up local bands while we also hear incredible saxophones and fiddles by world-renowned musicians who often play for the simple joy. Oh, and the voices; we also enjoy great singers too.

If you’re keen to learn Spanish, albeit a little apprehensive, I can assure you there’s hope.

Characters of La Cruz; Andrea Kuffner of the Black Forest restaurant. Experiencing Germany in a quaint Mexican village. Four Canadians from opposite sides of the country, one couple visiting, the other lives here, dining at a German restaurant in a quaint Mexican town listening to flamenco music performed by a German who lives in Mexico and a Mexican who lives in the USA… yes, that’s [...]

Shule’l is Mayan for “Things made with soul"

Our goals are to get kids to finish school by providing school supplies; uniforms, basic tools for hygiene [toothbrushes, toothpaste, extra clothing, etc] and so much more.

Fisherman Danny Gomez is passionate about helping his clients catch and bring home fish!! I first met Danny Gomez and his beautiful wife at a dinner party at our house when mutual clients were staying at our Inn and fishing with Danny on his fishing vessel, Dhamar. Since then those same guests have come back and hired Danny again. They also won a tournament with [...]

Peter Vargas... livin’ and lovin’ La Cruz!   If only I could make a living so I can live in paradise! I’ve heard that sentiment stated in so many ways since we moved here and created a business. There truly are so many ways to achieve both; Work + Life in La Cruz = Paradise or as many say… Livin’ the dream. Peter Vargas did [...]

Characters: Esau, Mimi and Daniel = TATEWARI banda Anyone who’s spent any time at all in La Cruz will have had their senses delighted by band, Tatewari! I adore their music and moreso enjoy the interaction between them. Mimi (who’s real name is Al) is the funny one, I giggle as he tries to get Daniel and Esau to smile throughout the performance. Those of [...]

Tacos on the Street; an interview with Jorge Diaz Gómez Finding excellent food certainly appeals to the foodie in me; the story behind the ‘place’ fills my appetite almost as much as the food! At the time of this writing (April, 2015) I’ve been living in La Cruz for 6 years and was pretty sure I knew all there was to know about Tacos on [...]

If you have had any misgivings about a ‘dental vacation” I hope you don’t anymore. We were able to have a great two weeks in Mexico , save a ton of money, and have an excellent dental experience. Sheesh - did I just write that?