Happy New Year to all 2,095 newsletter subscribers!

 

The sun is once again shining over Jaltemba Bay after 10 straight days of rain and stormy weather during the holidays. Visit the Official Jaltemba Bay Weather Page to see how much rain actually fell last month!

 

The new year has brought several new advertisers our way. Please help us welcome these businesses:

 

 

The next issue of the Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter will arrive in your Inbox on Wednesday, January 22 just in time for your morning coffee. 

In the meantime, keep an eye on our blog and forum, as we post information, stories and photos there on a regular basis.

 

Saludos!

 

 

Editor, Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter     

 

Recommendations + Reviews

We were thrilled when we finally got the opportunity to watch the Valdivia-Muņiz family make tamales at their home in La Colonia a few weeks ago. My husband David discovered "Tamalería La Autentica" last season, and quite honestly, they make the best tamales we've ever tasted. We quickly learned that the family's goal...  Read More

The unseasonably rainy days have given me time to complete some research on vanilla that I started some time ago. I explored vanilla and its many uses as well as some authenticity issues. I have provided some links for those who are interested in learning more. I'm sure you'll agree, it is a very "delicate" subject.  Read More

The Riviera Nayarit is kicking off the New Year with a world-class promotion: on January 1st and 8th, the very international Discovery Channel will air two programs on birdwatching filmed on Isabel Island, declared a Mexican National Park in 1980. At precisely 7am on New Year's Day, the second episode of...  Read More

Last year, our readers submitted 135 fabulous reviews for local restaurants, businesses, hotels and vacation rentals. If you haven't participated yet, please take a minute to write a review for your favorite places. It's fun, it's fast and you will not only help promote our local businesses, but you will also help other locals and visitors decide where to dine, what to do and where to stay. Congratulations to all the winners! And a drum roll please...  Read More

 

Each issue of the Jaltemba Bay Life newsletter contains photos, stories, articles and information that we gather throughout the year. Our newsletter has become so popular in part because of our fabulous and dedicated contributors and readers. However, we are always in need of fresh material. Please send us...  Read More

Jaltemba Bay Dining Guide

Featured Businesses + Vacation Rentals

Jaltemba Bay Life Statistics

Jaltemba Bay Event Calendar

Community Corner

Las Tres Amigas indicated in an earlier article that our January event was going to involve a mystery - and it is, just not what a lot of you expected! We're having an "Under Wraps" Dinner and Mystery Auction on Wednesday, January 15 at Xaltemba Restaurant & Galeria in La Peņita. The proceeds will support student scholarships at Conalep. You will be treated to an elegant gourmet meal...  Read More

  

Most of you have probably never heard of us. We are a group of quilters who get together once a week throughout the winter to work on our projects and share ideas. We usually start in November with 5-6 ladies and swell to 20 or so in January and February. We come from all over Canada and the USA and the common bond is our love...  Read More

Rotary Club of Jaltemba Bay is proud to announce its 5th Annual Dinner Dance to be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Salon Real de Peņa's in La Peņita. The fundraiser will include dinner, floor show, silent auction, drawings and dancing. Proceeds from ticket sales will help fund scholarships, school equipment and remodels...  Read More

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Thank You / Gracias

We want to thank you for taking the time to read this issue of the Jaltemba Bay Life newsletter. Our team works hard to provide the most up-to-date and informative site for both locals and visitors to the area.  

 

We value your opinions and feedback. Please let us know if you have comments or suggestions about how we can make our community website even better!

 

Gracias!

 

David & Allyson (and Taco & Panchito the rescue dogs, too)

Owners, Jaltemba Bay Life