I am back in Mexico

I am almost finished circling the seven seas with my return to Mexico where it all began. My boat and I stayed at Bahia del Sol in El Salvador throughout this summer's hurricane season and set sail again as soon as possible with my new crew. Joyce joined me in El Salvador after she spent most of this year in Panama.

The sailed, or should I say motored to our first port located in the southernmost marina on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the state of Chiapas. The voyage should have taken a little more than two days but fuel problems added an extra day to our trip. We picked up dirty fuel in Bahia del Sol or junk built up in the tank after sitting for six months. The problem is now solved and the fuel here in Madero is excellent.

We sit here with four other boats waiting for a weather window before we set off to our next port two days run from here. The crossing is know to be one of the top five most dangerous waters in the world so we are not in any hurry to stick our nose out there until we are confident we can cross in calm winds and seas. In the mean time we are enjoying ourselves here at Marina Chiapas.

The following will be boring for none cruisers as I want to share this location with other cruisers that may be sailing through this area. Most cruising guides have not updated their books showing and reporting on the new marina. I promise my next blog will be more inclusive and enjoyable for all, with stories of new adventures and photos that will bring tears of joy to your eyes.

The marina is relatively new and will soon be one of the more popular places to pull up and rest or stay during the summer months. They added a lift this past January to pull boats out of the water  for dry storage or repairs. The staff here is well qualified to work on the boats as well as having access to craftsmen or mechanics in the area. To say that they are friendly would be an understatement. They drive you to the customs house to check into Mexico and call immigration when you arrive to schedule a check in on your boat. They also offer a ride and pick up into town at no cost and to the fuel docks to fill jerry cans which they will provide if needed. There is a fine restaurant on site and they do make one of the best margaritas that I find time to enjoy during the daily afternoon happy hours. The cost for the slip as I write this is 75 cents a foot for a short time stay and 45 cents for a month or more. There is also a small new store on site for drinks and snacks and a few food items. It is hoped that they will soon build a pool and bar to cool your heels on a very warm summer and/or winter day. You can get a van ride into town for 16 pesos or a cab for 150 pesos. The drive takes about thirty minutes.



Here are a few photos of the marina.

Here is my first mate connected to the internet and her music.