We’re off! That we would be the Peñasco Payasos, (clowns) so named on a previous road trip. We had four new travelers this time who named themselves the frogies, after Kermit, their mascot! As before, we travel with Russ and Naomi of Peñasco Recreation. This time we set off for the City of Álamos in Southeastern Sonora.
Read MoreWith the arrival of over 6000 bikers to the shores of Puerto Peñasco, the 2014 Rocky Point Rally™ surpassed expectations, bringing with it an important economic boost to various business sectors.
Read MoreBesides pepper and cloves, there was a third spice which helped usher in the discovery of the Americas and an alternate route to the East that previously had only been accessible by a long overland journey on the Silk Road; nutmeg. Nutmeg is a seed that comes from the Myristica Fragrans, an evergreen tree, native to the Banda Islands of Indonesia. The flowers give off a distinct aroma and produces a fruit with 3 layers. The outer layer is used for jelly, then a red membrane known as mace and the nutmeg seed. Nutmeg is more pungent and sweeter than mace. The tree takes seven to nine years to bear fruit after planting it;
Read MoreWhat better way to keep that New Year’s resolution of staying fit than to take a brisk walk up and down “Rodeo Drive”, Rocky Point’s own version of a fitness shopping trail. Not only will it give you some exercise but will keep your budget in good shape as well. The artisan crafts of Mexico are in evidence everywhere you look. It really is a taste of ‘Old Mexico”. Upscale to the cute low priced trinket, live right next to each other – and not things just made in Mexico but often made right here in Rocky Point and right on Rodeo Drive.
Read MoreThis event took place on the “Rancho San Jose” Km 76 of the road between Sonoita and Puerto Peñasco.
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Guidelines on animals, plants, and products that may enter Mexico
