We spent a day hanging out in Punta Mita with my mom. That’s always a fun little spot to spend an afternoon. Lots of beachfront restaurants, small waves, boats at anchor, and the mountains as a backdrop to it all. Our days spent there never disappoint.
The day Grammy left we moved the bus over to Sayulita. The campground here is right on the beach a three block walk to town. It’s kind of amazing that the place exists at all. We’re fifty feet from pristine beach with a big surf break right out front for thirty bucks a night—high by RV park standards, but a steal when you consider the location.
I may have jumped the gun on Sayulita. While it is certainly way more crowded—like, double or triple what it was just two years ago—it is still a lot of fun. There is such a good mix of people here—cool friendly locals, hippies, surf chasers, gringo families on vacation but with a touch of adventure in them, a few older retirees (but not so many that they’ve overrun the place), and lots of families like our own that are just sort of living on the fringe for now, trying to enjoy life. Overall, the place has won me over once again. Somehow it always seems to do that.
Ouest is killing it out in the surf. Today she told me, “Papa, when I grow up I don’t want to be in the Army any more, I want to be a surfer.” Please don’t ask me why she wanted to be in the Army in the first place, just focus on the fact that she’s moved squarely into the realm of Bumfuzzle beach bum.
She really is doing great. Today she had eight or ten rides that carried her a good fifty yards or more. And she soaks up any instruction I give her, immediately correcting on her next wave, and doing that much better. Watching her jump up, super stoked, with a huge smile on her face, is one of the best feelings I’ve ever experienced.
We have yet to get a good picture since we don’t bring the good camera to the beach on surf days. It’s just too much to leave laying around while we’re all out splashing around in the water.
Washed out, but still hungry. Carnitas tacos, burritos, and a mani-mahi burrito coming up.
Tiny delicious plums.
24 Comments on “Reconsidering Sayulita”
Ok we’re coming to see you guys before we leave for home!!!
Where are you coming from? The RV Park is pretty empty right now but with Semana Santa starting up next week – we heard it will be packed.
I just love the photo of you and Ouest heading out to catch some waves.
Love the no wifi sign! Despite the crowds, I think we’ll be going to Sayulita. What’s the name of the RV Park?
The RV Park is called Sayulita Trailer Park & Bungalows. Really a nice place. http://www.pacificbungalow.com/index2.html
Not surprisingly, the grammy with her sweet grandchildren photòs are my favorites. ❤️
I love the NO WIFI Sign!
Hubby just got a tiny Go-pro camera at Wal-Mart that would be perfect for surfing.
We have one as well, an older version with a waterproof case. I better charge the battery…
You’re going to have a competition surfer in a few years! What a childhood these two are having.
I don’t think it is going to take her that long (check out these muscles!): https://www.bumfuzzle.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Mar16-10.jpg
Very cool that Ouest wants to be a surfer. Hope you guys are well hunkered in because, as you know, Semana Santa starts this next week. You think the beach is crowded now? Stand by.
Yes all hunkered down. I don’t think the crowds will interfere with our week of bumming around and surfing. Thankful we don’t need much but a place to park – and we got that covered.
…loving the Burrito Revolution sign!
Who does the dog belong to?
I know it’s Grammy’s new Pooch but I don’t know his/her name (Pat/Ali?)
Can we have a surfing video, pretty please :-)?
Yes Bridget came with Grammy for her first (and probably only) visit to Mexico. The kids just love her and Bridget puts up with their antics.
The picture of Ouest standing up on the board is NUTS – WOW!
Oh my, oh my god, so amazing! Love it!
sayulita was made for you guys. I was there just before you – mid marchish – and i totally expected to be dragging the whole family there for Semana Santa. but i just could NOT get into it. it was cold and i hated the vibe. of course, i was WICKED sick (i think the worst of my 50+ years) so that may have skewed me but i spent many days walking around town so i’m not sure i can blame it on the sickness. if my kids were younger though, maybe…
so glad you’re liking it there. i can totally see you guys there, especially after being there myself. it is weird to see water that color (not turquoise) and sand that isn’t white though. 🙂 we still haven’t decided what we’ll do for Semana Santa yet. living on the Caribbean, everyone comes HERE. 🙂
have a great couple weeks there!
can’t edit my comment so you get a two-for. LOVELY to see your gorgeous face in teh comments, Ali!
omg, LOVE LOVE LOVE that foto of gammy on the beach next to the palapita!
Papa you are killing me with those waves and sweet girl. I love it. She is a natural like Mia. Seriously, that sense of balance is tough for a 5yo and her nailing it this early is awesome. Keep it up and she will be paddling out with you to the outside soon. Mia was around 7 when she did that and we have terrible choppy stuff here in Texas, so Quest may get it even earlier with the clean surf down there. Just tell her when she falls to fall flat and not jump in with her feet first or dive in ….those urchin spines are a bear to dig out.
On another note, I absolutely loved the vibe down there. Such a great eclectic group of people. Love the Mignot family that lives there. I will for sure return.
Buena onda!!! (greeting they use there, meaning “good wave” or “good vibe”)
GREAT photos of Mom and the grandkids! Those will be treasured forever.