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Have A Baja Moment! Todos Santos Hosts 2nd Annual Gastrovino Festival

May 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Have A Baja Moment! Todos Santos Hosts 2nd Annual Gastrovino Festival What better way to spend a sunny, gorgeous Sunday afternoon than drinking fine Mexican wines accompanied by samplings of great Baja cuisine ! The 2nd Annual Gastrovino Festival brought over 700 people out to the plaza of the Pueblo Magico, Todos Santos on Sunday, May 5th, to celebrate the food and wines of Baja. Eleven wineries offered tastings of some of the finest vintages from the Valle de Guadalupe and elsewhere in the Baja. Combined with tapas from 17 different local restaurants and caterers, the large crowd was treated to the many different flavors and creations …

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2nd Annual Gastrovino Festival, May 3-5 in Todos Santos: Have a Baja Moment!

April 18, 2013 By 1 Comment
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2nd Annual Gastrovino Festival, May 3-5 in Todos Santos:  Read More for a special offer by Boutique Hotel Guaycura! Home to the historic Hotel California and one of Mexico’s most celebrated artists’ colonies, Todos Santos is also celebrated for its celebrations. The scenic Pueblo Magico – literally, magical village – throws some of the best parties in Baja , including annual festivals that celebrate art, cinema, music, and, for the second consecutive year, food and wine. And then there is the Gastrovino Festival! Gastrovino , which premiered last year to widespread acclaim, returns Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 3-5, with more food and wine tasting, wine …

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One of the Top Todos Santos Restaurants, La Garra Claws its Way Back

April 2, 2013 By 2 Comments
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One of the Top Todos Santos Restaurants, La Garra Claws its Way Back from Fire Damage. by Chris Sands The fire in Todos Santos  in February, 2013, did some serious damage. Not only were homes lost, several local businesses were affected, perhaps none so much as the popular restaurant and sports bar La Garra , one of the top Todos Santos restaurants.  Despite the best efforts of owners, employees, neighbors and the volunteer fire department, the popular local hangout lost its palapa roof, and sustained a good deal of additional property damage. But when your name means “eagle claw,” you don’t quit. You fight your way …

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Spirits Live On at the Historic Hotel California in Todos Santos: Have a Baja Moment!

March 17, 2013 By 2 Comments
The iconic Hotel California is one of the sponsors of Gastrovino.

Spirits Live On at the Historic Hotel California in Todos Santos by Chris Sands Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range, Todos Santos is one of Baja Sur’s most charming and picturesque towns. Long popular as a haven for artists and expatriates, the legally designated Pueblo Magico also consistently draws visitors eager to visit its many fine arts galleries, attend its well-received art , music, and film festivals, explore its cobblestone streets and colonial-style architecture, and bask in the year-round warmth offered by its tropical climate.   Given this litany of enchantments, it may seem somewhat strange that the town’s most …

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Have a Baja Moment at the 16th Annual Todos Santos Art Festival

January 30, 2013 By 2 Comments
Todos Santos Art Festival: Carlos Castro Díaz, Violín, oil on canvas, 35 x 27 inches / Image: Galería Indigo

Have a Baja Moment:  The 16th Annual Todos Santos Art Festival is a feast for the eyes and a real display of local color! by Chris Sands Todos Santos is perhaps best known for hosting one of Mexico’s most prolific artists’ colonies, an asset the legally designated Pueblo Magico – literally, magical village – shows off to great advantage in its yearly art festival. The 16th incarnation of the annual Todos Santos Art Festival is scheduled from February 13th through 17th,  2013, and will feature works from local artists and galleries, as well as showcasing traditional Mexican performance arts like folk dancing. The festival’s goal is to promote …

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Todos Santos Music Festival: Let the Music Play

January 13, 2013 By 1 Comment
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(Beginning January 9, and running for the next three consecutive weekends, Peter Buck presents the Todos Santos Music Festival to benefit The Palapa Society of Todos Santos. The Legend, Hotel California once again hosts the music extravaganza.) by Lisa Green Founding member of the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame band REM, Peter Buck has made Todos Santos his second home. And he wanted to have an impact on his new community. He also wanted to share his Pueblo Mágico (the  Pueblos Mágicos are unique towns and villages that the Mexico government has identified as those that offer visitors a ‘magical’ experience in terms …

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Tips for Picking the Perfect Vacation Rental in Baja Sur

December 3, 2012 By 2 Comments
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Picking the perfect vacation rental in Baja Sur can be a challenge:  There are so many beautiful choices! By Yesica Pineda “As the season ramps up in beautiful Baja Sur, visitors from all over the world want to come to this region of southern Baja to enjoy the warm, sapphire-blue waters, white sand beaches and to participate in any number of water sports, hiking and nightlife activities.  The question becomes, “ Where to stay ?”  For some, a boutique hotel might be the answer. For others, a full-service resort provides much-needed pampering. And for others, having a place to call home is exactly …

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Todos Santos Music Festival 2013: Musical Line-Up Announced

October 22, 2012 By 1 Comment
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The Todos Santos Music Festival was created by Peter Buck of REM and brought to life by The Hotel California to add music to the long list of artistic endeavors hosted in this Pueblo Magico in Baja Sur, Mexico. Todos Santos Music Festival And now, Buck has announced the talent lineup for the second annual  Todos Santos Music Festival , a ten-day music event benefiting the Palapa Society of Todos Santos, A.C. The festival, presented by The Hotel California, will be held in Todos Santos, January 10-26, 2013.   The Todos Santos Music Festival will feature ten full nights of entertainment throughout the town, including eight days of music on the patio of Hotel …

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The Todos Santos Inn: Ideal Accommodation in the Heart of Todos Santos

October 18, 2012 By 1 Comment
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By Dawn Pier A stay at the Todos Santos Inn in the heart of Todos Santos ‘ downtown feels like taking a step backwards in time to when women wore hats, gloves, deep red lipstick and nylons with a seam that they positioned strategically to run in a straight line up the back of their legs. As I enter, I expect to see the cast of Casablanca standing at the bar and a ruckus of manly laughter emanating from the tequila tasting room–perhaps it’s the cast from The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. If I really use my imagination, I can hear …

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Hotel Casa Tota: Charm, Intimacy and a Roof-top Hot-Tub

October 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Hotel Casa Tota: A roof-top hot tub and bar

Hotel Casa Tota opened the doors to their authentic brick hacienda hotel just one year ago. The new kid on the block literally changed the neighborhood, adding activity, life and vibrancy to a previously quiet block on the north side of Todos Santos. This neighborhood gem has brought an inviting, friendly vibe to Todos Santos guests throughout the year with chic, clean, comfortable, and affordable accommodations right in the heart of the Colonio Centro.     Artwork is carefully placed throughout the premises, creating a warm, homey environment. Along with the modern, well-equipped room and private bath, guests can enjoy …

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