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bajaguy
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Of course, it's Pampas. But you may be right about the other place.
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I'm waiting for Fishbuck to chime in..........
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GeoRock
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Hey Bajasammy, the jet skis are a good idea! This is about my 7th or 8th time of doing this particular cruise. It isn't so much about the ports with
this cruise, it's about the cruising. I like vacations where I don't have to clean, cook, do dishes, make beds, or attempt to get other people up and
atom.
I can party till the wee hours, catch a couple hours of snooze, and then start my day with a bloody mary (or just plain OJ) if I wish! No driving,
no work (only twice had to bring some work with me, will NEVER do that again), no problems.
I've gone on over 20 cruises so far, including out of Galveston and throughout the Carribbean.
I would not take small kids on a cruise, but when they are about 8 and up, it has got to be the best Mom vacation ever! There's always something to
keep the kids busy, and thus moms get to relax also. And no chores.
Now my kids are grown and what they do on a cruise is their business, not mine. That has made it even more fun for me!
Anyway, I'd like to plan a unique adventure in Ensenada for the day. Thanks for your input.
My daughter is 21 of age, and I will definitely keep her away from fishbuck!
[Edited on 6-9-2009 by GeoRock]
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Bob H
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Georock, whatever you decide to do, I am very SURE you will enjoy a cigar somewhere in Ensenada! I'd also like to try that harbor boat tour. I've
seen the boats with several seats available along the harbor walkway, somewhere behind the Caliente betting place.
Fill us in when you get back.
Bob H
[Edited on 6-9-2009 by Bob H]
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shari
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why dont you call Sirenita...she could join you guys...she's about that same age and would be fun for them to meet a young Nomad...sirena could take
the "k" somewhere fun too...U2U sirenita for her #
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Packoderm
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I like the chicken restaurant where the rotisserie operates with bicycle wheels. I'd take a quick cab ride up the hill to the overlook. The harbor
boat ride sounds cool. Maybe you could hire a boat for a hour of bottom fishing along with the cruise if you're into that. I wish I was at the fish
taco stalls by the market right now. I buy a six pack of beer to go along with the tacos. I'd do a quick stroll up Ave. Lopez Mateos and buy a bottle
opener and a nice blanket. Nobody's going to tease you about your cruise excursion. The ship might be the best kick back location in Ensenada.
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DanO
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Indian Pow-Wow Cruise to Ensenada
If you can wait until September, that is. Not a cruise person myself, but hey, different strokes.
http://www.indiancountrytoday.com/living/tourism/47351987.ht...
\"Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.\" -- Frank Zappa
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bacquito
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Boat ride
| Quote: | Originally posted by GeoRock
We are not interested in the ship's excursions. I don't like to
So whatever we do, it will be a design of our own. I am interested in the boat ride around the harbor. Do they really only charge $2.50? Where does
one find a boat?
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You can find the boats at the harbor close to the Mexican Flag. Easy to find.
bacquito
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
There must be things for her to do in Ensenada besides eating meat, isn't there?  |
Well..yeah. Bob H suggested she smoke a cigar. That should keep her busy for a while.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
There must be things for her to do in Ensenada besides eating meat, isn't there? |
Well..yeah. Bob H suggested she smoke a cigar. That should keep her busy for a while. |
Yup, Bob took this photo of GeoRock at our great Matomi II camp party in 2004:
It was around the campfire at Nuevo Mazatlan... Here is Pat (Mrs. Mexray) also with cigar, sitting by me telling fun stories:
[Edited on 6-9-2009 by David K]
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bajabound2005
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For dining, I would recommend Muelle Tres. It is located at the (north) end of the Malecon. If you are at the fish market facing the water, turn
right and keep walking. Gray building on your right. They open at 1:00. Excellent food. Here's a "critique" on Muelle 3: http://masaassassin.blogspot.com/2009/02/muelle-tres-ensenad...
There is a new open air tour bus that goes around Ensenada (not to La Buf or anything like that). It might be an actual city tour. That might be a
fun thing to do.
Also, the "new" art museum and cultural center, CEARTE is open and FREE! The current exhibit is Cuban art, the last one was Chinese. Don't know just
yet what will be there at the end of July. It's located across Blvd Costero, almost directly across from Cruiseport when the ships dock.
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[Edited on 6-9-2009 by bajabound2005]
Friends don't let friends drink white zinfandel.
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Fred-o
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| Quote: | Originally posted by GeoRock
Hey Bajasammy, the jet skis are a good idea! This is about my 7th or 8th time of doing this particular cruise. It isn't so much about the ports with
this cruise, it's about the cruising. I like vacations where I don't have to clean, cook, do dishes, make beds, or attempt to get other people up and
atom.
I can party till the wee hours, catch a couple hours of snooze, and then start my day with a bloody mary (or just plain OJ) if I wish! No driving,
no work (only twice had to bring some work with me, will NEVER do that again), no problems.
I've gone on over 20 cruises so far, including out of Galveston and throughout the Carribbean.
I would not take small kids on a cruise, but when they are about 8 and up, it has got to be the best Mom vacation ever! There's always something to
keep the kids busy, and thus moms get to relax also. And no chores.
Now my kids are grown and what they do on a cruise is their business, not mine. That has made it even more fun for me!
Anyway, I'd like to plan a unique adventure in Ensenada for the day. Thanks for your input.
My daughter is 21 of age, and I will definitely keep her away from fishbuck!
[Edited on 6-9-2009 by GeoRock] |
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Fred-o
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Hola Georock:
I'm just glad to hear you will be able to actually "get off the boat" (Ship)
Right now, all of the cruise ships are anchoring out in the middle of the bay, and the pasengers are not allowed to disembark to Ensenada. Swine Flu
you know. (N1H1 or whatever)
It's just killing business in the area, so it's good to know that by your sailing date at least, we will once again be able to welcome you folks from
the cruise ships.
Bon Voyage!
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bajamigo
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The Paradise actually docked today, and there were several rent-a-quads on the La Buf h'way.
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Bajahowodd
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I'm somewhat amused by this concept of this thread. We've taken many cruises, all around the world. One of the complaints that always seems to arise
is that with all the food onboard, already paid for, why should anyone go ashore for a meal. It's a conundrum. Perhaps not so much for the short Baja
cruises. But, when someone pays in excess of $10,000 for, say, a European/ Mediterranean cruise, it almost seems self-defeating to go ashore seeking
cuisine. Of course, if you are wealthy, it doesn't matter. As we all know, Georock is a Baja veteran. IMHO, other than a fresh fish taco by the fish
market, you should be looking to do something realted to activities not involved with eating.
Slightly digressing from this thread, there are a few cruise operators in Europe that have created the a la carte type of cruise, so you pay for only
what you use. If you choose to eat ashore in Santorini, you are not charged for a meal on the ship.
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Oso
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I've always liked the Lonely Planet comment on the blow hole at La Bufadora: "Everybody goes there. Nobody knows why."
David, after seeing the pictures of the San Carlos hot springs I want to go there someday. I went looking for the ones off the Ojos Negros road a
couple of years ago with some visiting friends from NC. The gate was locked, nobody around. Judging from the faded out condition of the old sign I
don't think they're in business anymore. Maybe it dried up? The dirt road in was semi-hairy, very steep in places and we had to ford a stream. Made
it ok in their 2wd rental truck, but I wouldn't try it in a low-slung car. Won't go there again unless I hear confirmation that they're open. Didn't
look very impressive anyway.
All my childhood I wanted to be older. Now I\'m older and this chitn sucks.
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Oso
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DanO
Mmmm, a churrascaria. When I was working in Memphis my crew and I used to frequent Texas de Brazil, which we nicknamed "Swords of Meat." For some
reason, I put on a bit of weight during that particular gig. Could have been the pulled pork for lunch every day as well. |
DanO, there is a similar one in San Luis called "Espadas do Brasil", definitely top notch for carnivores.
All my childhood I wanted to be older. Now I\'m older and this chitn sucks.
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bajabound2005
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The road going to San Carlos Hot Springs is much improved but you do still ford a stream or two; and there is a newer place on that road about the 30
minutes before you hit San Carlos. They don't have hot springs but the place is gorgeous. Lots of picnic areas, pools, a man-made pond with paddle
boats and kayaks, restaurant.
Website is not good....but here you go:
http://www.myspace.com/tierraprometida7
This place is actually tranquil...the website makes it look like a place to go off-road racing.
Either way, I don't think San Carlos or Prometida is a viable option for a cruiser.
But if you golf, a day at the Baja Country Club would be a great choice!
[Edited on 6-10-2009 by bajabound2005]
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greybaby
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I'm chuckling because we actually lived in Ensenada for six years, moved back to the states and then went on a cruise - Cabo, Mazatlan & Vallarta.
We were NEVER going to be one of "those" cruise ship tourists - but we were - and it was so darn much fun. In Ensenada for a day, I would probably
want to just enjoy the malecon, take a walk in downtown and not go on any of the tour buses (LaBufadora, etc). There just isn't enough time to do
them justice and truly you cannot get a flavor of the culture with such short stops. Just indulge yourself and enjoy the cruise. Then the next time
you're in Ensenada, you can snicker at the tourists getting off the cruise ships and remark at how little they really get to see. And I have to say
that though it really wasn't a cultural experience to go on a cruise down the Mexican Riviera it was a great vacation and fun to just relax and enjoy
the beauty of the ocean and the ports. Have a great time!
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jeans
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| Quote: | Originally posted by GeoRock
Hey David, yes, that restaurant has very good vege food. Jeans took me there one time, I loved it.
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I remember you eating that fried branch thing what a great trip!
Many, many years ago I took a day cruise to Ensenada with a networking group I was in. I remember ending up in a bar with a fire poll (not to be
confused with a stripper pole).
On the second floor of this place was a large hole in the floor surrounding the poll and you had to throw yourself onto the thing, hold on and ride it
down to the first floor...what a blast!
Mom always told me to be different - Now she says...Not THAT different
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fishbuck
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Hey Georock! I hear those 3-day cruise ships have like a 10-1 ratio of females to males.
One of my buddies use to try and drag me on that thing. Said it was a "sure thing" 
Let me know what you see.
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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