JJ SANTANA VACATION RENTALS
Located in La
Manzanilla, on the Bay of Tenacatita, Jalisco, Mexico
LA MANZANILLA: VISIT FOR A DAY, REMEMBER FOR A LIFETIME
Nestled between the beautiful blue Pacific and lush jungle-covered
mountains, La Manzanilla draws
discerning travelers from all over the world. A tropical paradise
blending old world-charm with modern
conveniences, this tranquil fishing village offers something for everyone.
Our three-mile stretch of sun-swept beach caressed by gentle waves along
the Bay of Tenacatita is a
haven for seekers of sun, fun, and relaxation. The gentle slope and calm
surf make it ideal for swimming,
snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, surf fishing, and sunbathing, or simply
sitting back and enjoying the scene
and the sunsets from one of the many colorful palapa restaurants dotting
the beach. Visitors frequently are
treated to the sight of dolphins or whales frolicking in our bay, as
well as diving exhibitions by pelicans and
other sea birds in search of fish.
Also an ecological reserve, La Manzanilla is famous for our mangrove
marsh and lagoon, home to several
caimans (members of the crocodile family) and an array of tropical birds
and plants. Feeding time for the
caimans is a popular free attraction safely viewed from behind a secure
fence. Other recreational pursuits
include horseback riding, bird watching, hiking, cycling, and leisurely
strolling through our picturesque village
or relaxing and people watching from our lovely jardin (plaza).
Although small, La Manzanilla offers all the necessities and then some.
We have a number of fine restaurants, several markets for fresh fruit
and vegetables, butcher shops, fresh fish cooperative, clothing and souvenir
boutiques, a pharmacy and a health center, and taxi and bus service.
Many visitors are surprised to also find a used bookstore, Internet
caf�, beauty salon and spa, an internationally recognized art gallery,
and a multicultural art center with classes in a variety of endeavors.
With fewer than 3,000 residents, crime is virtually nonexistent, as is
traffic much of the time (except during one of our fiestas - most
notably the rodeo during the first weekend of February and Semana Santa,
the week before Easter). Even after the shops and restaurants close at
night, the streets are safe. The locals are very friendly and eager to
please and, although Spanish is the primary language spoken here, most
visitors find they can make themselves understood.
Often called the Jewel of the Costalegre (Happy Coast), La Manzanilla
is easy to reach by plane, car, or bus. Located at the southwest corner of
the State of Jalisco, at 19.2o latitude and 104.5o longitude, we're
approximately a three-hour drive from the Puerto Vallarta airport (PVR),
less than an hour's drive from the airport at Manzanillo (ZLO), and five
hours from Guadalajara (GDL). We're in the Central time zone, a little
more than a mile west of Highway 200 near the 16 km marker.
We look forward to helping you enjoy the time of your life soon in La
Manzanilla!
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