15 things for cruise ship passengers to do in Rocky Point

Posted by Rocky Point Times | Apr 2, 2014 | Anita Kaltenbaugh |

Cruise ships in Rocky Point? Not quite yet, but harbor construction has started. Yes, if you drive toward Wrecked at the Reef on the road to Cholla Bay, you can see the breakwater jutting out into the Sea of Cortez. Don’t worry, reports from the government state that all precaution is being taken to minimize impact on marine life. It’s also been stated, in the press, that at least 440 meters of the 1280 meter breakwater has been completed since the project broke ground just a few months ago. The breakwater will be like a jetty pier with initially room for one cruise ship to dock and eventually another berth will be added as well as the creation of an entire cruise ship terminal and commerce center.

Paradise for Plants and People

Posted by Rocky Point Times | Apr 2, 2014 | Allan Dunstan |

For a minute, forget everything man has created: the mine, the Arizona-Mexico border and even the historic town Plaza. Think of the location on earth that Ajo is privileged to occupy. This is a spectacular combination of climate, topography and natural resources with few equals around the world.

Editorial April 2014

Posted by Rocky Point Times | Apr 2, 2014 | Editorial |

I picked up a copy of a 2003 Edition of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper to see what was going on...

Unique Wedding & Event Venue: Tessoro Resort, on the Beach at the End of Las Conchas

Posted by Rocky Point Times | Mar 8, 2014 | Rocky Point Times |

Perhaps one of Peñasco’s best kept secrets for secluded beach destinations is the Tessoro Resort at Las Conchas. This high-end property, has endured the trying economy by carefully managing costs via local on-site management and the efforts of relatively few owners, who purchased units in the building just prior to the real estate downturn. The resort has persevered, and arguably remains as the most beautiful and secluded beach resort location in town.

Monumento al Pescado meant to herald Puerto Peñasco’s roots

Posted by Rocky Point Times | Mar 8, 2014 | Azucena Mazon |

Rescuing part of Puerto Peñasco’s roots, while presenting both residents and visitors with reminders of the city’s origins, is the goal behind building a “Fish Monument” at the intersection of Calle 13 and Blvd. Benito Juárez.

Author: Rocky Point Times