Friday, June 22, 2012

Destination Puerto Escondido


Well, I made to Puerto Escondido. It took two planes and an overnight stay at the Mexico City airport to get here. The minute I stepped out of the plane I was hit with sunshine and salty sea air. I was able to catch a taxi/van directly to the place I will reside for the next six weeks. 

Puerto Escondido Spanish Language School is located right on Playa Zicatela (Zicatela Beach). Zicatela is known for its ferocious waves and summertime is the season when the waves get BIG.

Here is a video from Youtube that portrays the intensity and size of the waves here.


Now, I know what you are thinking, "I know Steffy, is a rock star surfer, but there is no way she can surf those waves and survive". Well, you are right, I'm not that good, and there is a much more modest surf break up the road, which is much more aligned with my ability level. But my porch view is the best seat in the town to watch the pros and locals do work at Zicatela.

My accommodations are best described as rustic. I have an ocean view bungalow with a kitchen and bathroom. I also have a balcony/porch with my very own hammock. There is an insect situation here, so I am also provided a mosquito net that covers my whole bed. I'm sure glad i brought lots of bug spray!







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