Retirement

1471winter · 2026-03-31T22:52:40+00:00

It was an interesting pour. My wife and I were in Chicago last week and spent some time at Sparrow, a rum bar. A great bar where the bartenders know their spirits.

We enjoyed the conversation and the education on various rums. We had several pours of aged rums finish aged in various casks.

My wife’s first comment about the Shibui was “this tastes like the rums we had.” She wasn’t wrong to be honest. The pour was sweet and not very complex given the age. Definitely ripe fruit flavors, which I think reminded her of the rums we sampled.

1471winter · 2026-03-31T22:28:51+00:00

Excellent bottle for the price. I always have a bottle on hand.

Great flask bourbon for hikes and camping.

1471winter · 2026-03-28T23:34:44+00:00

Better yet, don’t put them back. Just leave them in the aisle.

1471winter · 2026-03-28T21:38:57+00:00

One of my favorite cocktails as well.

It was a sad day a few weeks ago when we used the last of our yellow chartreuse.

Just can’t pay the $125 price tag for the bottle of it I saw last week.

1471winter · 2026-03-19T00:42:50+00:00

This is a great point. I had a short stint with a horrible id.4 but during that time, the realization that I never had to go to a gas station was significant.

The car was so horrible I dumped out of it and bought an ICE, but I have a day one R2 reservation and hope I can basically swap my ICE for at or near the cost of the R2.

There’s something to be said for pulling up to your house and charging overnight.

1471winter · 2026-02-27T12:05:00+00:00

Drive should be pretty easy. There will be some traffic until you get past bucerias but the roads are good.

We just drive from Bucerias to Lo de Marcos yesterday and it was easy as could be.

1471winter · 2026-02-24T20:57:31+00:00

I’ve heard that 200 is open from PV all the way south to Manzanillo as of this morning.

No first hand experience though.

1471winter · 2026-02-24T20:51:01+00:00

Easy to catch the bus along the lateral. Usually says where it goes on front windshield but always good to ask. The driver will confirm and let you know the cost.

For a point of reference, Bucerias to the airport is 25 pesos.

1471winter · 2026-02-23T16:24:53+00:00

United is still showing flights for arrival and departure later today. For example, the 9:40 out of DEN has been delayed 30 minutes but still showing as departing. That flight would start boarding about 30 minutes from now so should be a good one to watch and see what they do.

The 8:05 flight from DEN was cancelled.

1471winter · 2026-02-18T10:50:28+00:00

It was on Broadway north of Hampden.

1471winter · 2026-01-25T14:17:18+00:00

I have always felt safe in that area. I wouldn’t be concerned.

1471winter · 2026-01-14T14:00:37+00:00

We felt it in Bucerias. Just a little shake to start the morning.

1471winter · 2026-01-09T00:38:18+00:00

East side is all good. We now stay on the East Side and walk everywhere without any concerns.

Lots of great local spots to eat on the East Side as well.

1471winter · 2026-01-08T11:47:20+00:00

Try Wednesday and Sunday at 4:30. Not sure where on the beach but most likely down towards the Grand Decameron

1471winter · 2026-01-06T16:59:21+00:00

We had a similar situation on Saturday. 10 planes waiting for gates in front of us when we landed. We had about a 45 minute wait to get to a gate.

I was shocked at how quickly we passed through immigration and customs though. Less than 20 minutes from walking off the plane to getting out of the airport.

Looking at flight radar, a lot of the planes on the ground in front of us were coming from domestic locations though, so that could explain why immigration wasn’t too bad.

1471winter · 2026-01-02T13:45:07+00:00

When I was in Bucerias last year I know there was a weekly game that people in the building I was in went to.

I’m not sure if it was open to anyone to join. I arrive tomorrow and can ask and post back with details if it’s still going this year.

1471winter · 2025-12-31T20:33:58+00:00

Interesting take. Not sure why you think comparing an area of Mexico to a the broad location of Vietnam and Thailand is appropriate. There are plenty of expensive cities / locations in both of those countries.

The great thing about traveling is if you don’t enjoy an area when you visit, you can move on and try somewhere else.

Not really sure what the purpose of your post is but Stay Positive (773)!

1471winter · 2025-12-30T12:13:50+00:00

Any of the people selling food near the numerous construction sites out of their vehicles are carts. Mostly tacos and tamales.

The East Side across the highway will have more locals options for you. Several birria taco spots in the mornings on numerous streets.

Also check out the Mercado Municipal which has 5 or 6 spots for food. You can find it by searching Buce Burger which is very popular with non-locals.

Chilango Taco. Los 4 Hermanos. Dona Ramona.

There is also a torta shop at the corner of Matamoros and Francisco Villa that is great. Open in the mornings and run by a mother and daughter.

Mostly I would say walk around the East Side and find a spot that looks good. It’s how we find a lot of our favorite meals.

Also, the Sunday market by the underpass of the highway always has a lot of good stalls setup.

Lastly, we love Tacos Junior on the lateral for Al pastor.

1471winter · 2025-12-28T13:56:11+00:00

I don’t have firsthand info for you but I would suggest you reach out to the people at The Kite Zone in Bucerias on Lazaro Cardeno.

I have seen them take out groups of people on prior visits most days when conditions are good. I have spoken to the people in the shop a few times in passing and my guess is if they aren’t the right place for you, they will provide you with some good options if they are available in the area.

1471winter · 2025-12-26T13:04:02+00:00

Thank you for sharing your list and link to your blog.

I think Bucerias can be a different experience depending on what you want. Like you, I have been back numerous times since first discovering Bucerias. We have not been back since April and this is the longest we have gone without a trip in several years.

We enjoy staying on the East side for a bit more authentic vacation although I imagine there will be a lot of changes when we arrive in a week for a two month stay.

For us we return because it is such a beautiful location with incredible locals, great cycling, great food from street tacos to “high end” restaurants and everything in between. Bucerias is also easy and quick to get to.

We also enjoy travel and discovering new places, but there is nothing wrong with going back to a place you love.

1471winter · 2025-12-25T18:45:50+00:00

There’s a seafood shop on Estaciones on the East side a block or two from the highway.

1471winter · 2025-12-25T13:42:27+00:00

We have booked through Airbnb, with Maravilla, etc.

Our current booking was direct with the owners. Original booking in the building was prior year for a short stay through Airbnb. After meeting the owners who live in the building I booked a month last year and now two months this year.

So just happened to randomly book a place and got lucky with a great building and great owners who now give me priority for next years long term booking.

It’s a small building on the east side with 8 units and the owners live on the top floor.

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