Blogs from Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America - page 6

They have been hunted to near extinction by the whalers in the nineteenth century. Many hunts were carried out in the lagoons of Baja Mexico where the whales would come during the winter to give birth. Pregnant mothers and new mothers in the lagoons were an easy target in the shallow waters of the lagoons. By the middle of twentieth century, these whales have been given protection under international law that has restored their population to a healthy level. They are no longer considered endangered. They still come to the same lagoons in Baja California for mating and giving birth. The gray whale, that had been nicknamed the Devilfish by the whalers due to its ferocious attacks on the whaling boats then, is now a friendly whale that seems to seek some connection with the humans! ... read more

On our Journey North for our 2-3 week venture home. Loreto our first stop that we have not already been. A quiet town, fancied up for the tourists but very peaceful.... read more

The most easterly road north of la Paz right on the coast line. From El Califin, Kioal El Sauzo san de Lacosta Mexicos very prosperous phosphate mine.... read more

Just on the North end of San Jose Del Cabo a dirt road barely passable by car goes up the shore line North . Along the way numerous towns, of Canadian and American beautiful homes as well as the odd Mexican shanti. The ocean is a wonderful aqua blue surf with high splashing waves. A Gem hidden away behind the scenes. Later on return to Los Barriles the annual Rotary club parade.... read more

Aboard the California Star ferry crossing from La Paz in Baja California Sur to Los Mochis in mainland Mexico. And reflecting on the last two weeks of our travels. After leaving LA via bus from Long Beach LA to San Diego. We loved San Diego lay back city and very friendly. Strolling through the city and the board walk on sunny days, people enjoying the promenade cyclists, walkers and dog walkers we felt it wasn't unlike Brisbane. We found the Saturday food markets that offer a array of food tasting of local produce from Guacamole, Cheeses, Chilli dips and Salsas and wines. With the emphasis on the Mexican cuisine. A clean city with easy light trolleys and buses. We visited the Aircraft carrier The Midway a WW2 aircraft carrier which was fabulous, it enabled me to ... read more