Our passage to Mexico lasted 4 days. In order to catch the wind we sailed 100 miles off shore, only to find out that those who stayed closed to shore got better wind! We stopped one night in Turtle Bay and then went directly to Cabo San Lucas to meet the Baja Ha-Ha Rally.
We arrived first in Cabo San Lucas which has the most memorable and beautiful rock formations at its entrance. Cabo has a large marina full of sportfishing boats surrounded by bars, shops, and restaurants. The town itself is modern and has little charm.
Geologically, this narrow peninsula broke away from the mainland about two million years ago due to tectonic activity. The territory is primarily made up of mountains or mountain ranges, coastal plains, and deserts. The mountain ranges parallel the coastline and are of volcanic rock. The climate is dry and it rains infrequently. The economy is based mostly on tourism, sport fishing, salt production, and mining.
The coastline of the peninsula is over 1900 miles long and has some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the world. Civilization is limited since there are few rivers and streams, although there are a few fishing villages and towns along this unspoiled and pristine coastline. The sea life is more than rich: dolphins, sting rays, mahi mahi, and whales are everywhere.
Abundant Sealife
La Paz
La Paz is a town which has much more traditional Mexican character than Cabo San Lucas. It also has a huge cruising community. Although the anchorages are many, there are stiff currents. We attended a party sponsored by the Baja Ha-Ha group and Giorgio won a bottle of tequila and margarita mix. We learned how to make them right away!
Main Sail Repair
We found a tear in the main sail leech and were able to repair it with a patch, sail glue, and expert stitching by our crew surgeon.
Fishing Villages along the Coast
Loreto
Loreto is another small town that we visited with pleasure. We found both traditional Mexican charm and character, not to mention great food.
Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido is a modern marina south of Loreto where we hauled out SV JAN so that we could travel home to the US to see our family. It became our new “home away from home” as we prepared to leave and then readied the boat for the water again. We saw old friends, and made many new friends. The port was beautiful and the people were so welcoming.
Our friends at La Brisa Restaurant. Serving the best spicy Margaritas! 
SV JAN anchored in the “Waiting Room” at Puerto Escondido.
Back to Cabo
We are now back in Cabo San Lucas where we welcomed our friend Kevin who will sail with us to French Polynesia on Sunday, February 26. Hasta luego Mexico!
The Adventures of SV JAN 
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