Hola! Bienvenidos! Welcome to beautiful Isla Ixtapa!
Buenos dias! Good morning Country Collectors. If you tuned in last week you got to explore all over
the beautiful Ixtapa with us but there was one really cool spot we didn't have time to see
and that is Isla Ixtapa. So today we are dedicating this entire video to checking it out. But before we
get started make sure to hit that subscribe button and ring the bell so you don't miss out on any of
our future adventures. Let's do this! If you didn't tune in last week real quick Ixtapa is located on
the Pacific Ocean in the state of Guerrero. It is a resort town and neighboring it is the really cool
chill town of Zihuatanejo that we absolutely love. We have videos of both places if you would like
to check them out. Behind me here you can see Isla Ixtapa. It's located on the western end of Ixtapa
off of Playa Linda which is definitely worth checking out. To get here we took a shared
bus for 14 pesos each. When you pick your bus make sure it says Playa Linda on the back of the front
otherwise I don't know where you're going to end up! You can see people heading down the dock right
now to buy their tickets to head over to the island. Let's go! And look who else is joining us.
All these little egrets it looks like! Oh I love them. Whoa all right, someone hasn't had breakfast
yet! Or he is protecting his women. Wow. So that was really easy right at the end of the pier there's
a lady selling boletos. These are 80 pesos each and they're redondo, so it is a round trip ticket
so make sure to keep them. The boat just pulled up so let's hop on! We are off. Let's do this!
We have made it and it looks so beautiful. You got to be careful when you get off you definitely got
to watch your head right here. There's definitely some motion in the ocean. You know what I mean?
It was about a five to ten minute ride over here. It was a little rocky
but it really wasn't anything to be worried about. We heard that there were four beaches on
the island. Three of them are swimmable so we're gonna explore those today. We got dropped off at
Playa Varadero. It does start with a v but remember in Spanish vs are pronounced like soft bs. Varadero, Varadero, Varadero.
Yeah so we are gonna start here exploring this beach it looks so so nice so come along. And I
absolutely love this sign that they have up right when you come off the boat. It says do not touch
the coral the animals and don't leave trash. Take only photos, leave only footprints and just observe.
We have to remember that mother nature has given us so much so we need to respect her.
All right let's go! First thing to do on the beach take off those flip flops!
Leave only footprints. Wow I mean it is stunning over here. Incredible! We got these blue skies
today. Look how green the little jungle over here is. I know! There's some birds up there. So
as you can see it is pretty empty right now. It is a Monday. You know what I like it like this. I don't
need all the people here. But you know what? I'm sure it would still be great even if there were
a bunch of people here. There's a ton of seating. I can see at least five or six restaurants running
down the water here. Yes. Let's just take a little walk and see what we can find. So we just talked
to Abner here he told us that.. No wait, you ask for Anber nobody called me. Okay! Nobody know me. Okay. Cuba. Cuba!
Yeah this is this is Cuba. He's from Cuba! From Cuba. Thank you! And he loves Ixtapa Island.
Of course because I work here. But what is the restaurant's name? Lily Cipriani.
Lily Cipriani. So we're gonna come back here and see him and have some food!
All right we'll see you in a bit! Cool. He was really nice. He had me at food!
He stole your heart. Oh yeah I actually heard this place was really popular, Paraiso Escondido.
Which means the hidden paradise in case you didn't know. I think we found another paradise what do you
think? We're so happy that you're here with us. But something else to keep in mind - because Ixtapa
is on the open ocean they are prone to getting some big waves, some rip currents and the beach can
have red flags which means you know it's dangerous to swim or you can't swim at all. If that happens
you can always head to the island here because the waves are really small. They're rolling in. So
it's always going to be a good place that you can come and swim. We've made it to pretty much the end
right down here. It seems like a lot of this island is covered in trees. It is absolutely gorgeous here
everywhere you look is just such clear blue water. Vibrant colors! Oh man and I can't wait to jump in
and do a little snorkeling but first we have to head back over and find our man Cuba. Maybe
grab a little snack or something. Yeah we're gonna sit down over there.
Quick while the water's out! Run!
Down here you can run kayaks and banana boats. You can come see our man Maximiliano right
under here. Hola! He can help you out with all of this. Gracias! Adios, bye bye! And while you're here
don't forget to look out into the distance at the sierra madre mountains. It is absolutely stunning.
It's layer on layer on layer of mountains just going off into infinity and beyond!
We are ready for you! Are we on Cuba? Oh no we're with Cuba! Let's go through!
So this restaurant actually goes from one beach all the way over to the other one. To Playa Coral.
Yes it's very cool. Yeah let's check this out! We're doing a quick pit stop up to the roof.
Yeah he wants to show us everything that they got here. Got a little rooftop. Woah! Look at this!
This is our cook. Oh my goodness. Everything we cook with firewood. This is the kitchen.
They're cooking on a comal over here. And they cook with firewood. Well they
don't have power over here so they need to either use gas or wood. Oh that's so true!
This just keeps getting better and better. Adam look to your left. Or don't look to your left.
Oooo masages!
Up there is the massage area. And down here are all the tables.
Wow this is so nice!
Look at this front row! I like it! Me too!
And what we didn't mention yet was on the island they have rabbits and they have deer as well. Hopefully we can see a little deer later!
Bye honey! If I was a rabbit this is definitely where, I would want to be a beach rabbit for sure! Me too! I think this is a first!
I think we hit the jackpot here. It is so nice. That little tour that Cuba just gave us around here, the rooms!
Look so great. I just spoke with the manager. It's 3,000 pesos for two people per night. It includes water, wi-fi, you get breakfast, and your
water transfer to and from the island. That's nice! And then like we said this beach is best known for snorkeling and
so I asked him as well like how much equipment would be because they rent it here. And he said
with the guide that'll take you out in all your equipment it's 250 pesos. We have our own equipment
so he said it would just be 50 pesos each. So we're gonna go ask for a guide and head out to the reef!
We're just waiting on our guide. But before he gets here I just wanted to tell you about our
traveling snorkel gear. It is so great to have your own stuff. It really makes all the difference to
have a mask that fits you correctly, some defog that helps to keep it clear and my favorite is
our collapsible snorkel here great for travel! It pops right out, instant snorkel! We'll put the links
in the description down below. All right let's go jump in this water and get a little fishy!
We're here with our guide Palomino. We're going to be heading out into the water. One of the best
things about having a guide it is a little wavy so he has a nice board here. Yeah. You're going
to hold on to so while he guides you around. You can just float along and enjoy yourself which
I really like. I'm on vacation. I want to relax! Exactly! And we hear Palomino is the best guide
on the beach, so when you're here definitely come down and find him! All right let's do this baby! Let's head in baby!
Wow that was so much fun. We saw so many different kinds of fish. There were schools of surgeon fish
down there. Little cleaning wrasse! One actually was started cleaning my tummy for a minute. I'm
watching you you little wrasse! Yeah it was great and honestly I definitely recommend going with a guide.
There's a lot of rocks and coral that you can kick and when you're with them you just kind of float
along. It was super relaxing! Anytime you are in an unfamiliar environment and you have not been here
before get a local guide. He has knowledge that can make your time a whole lot better. And I think we
spent about like 25 minutes out there. Yeah. So right now actually we would like to take time
to dedicate that to our newest patrons Nikki, Bob and Becky! I love how it sounds! Me too! Nikki, Bob
and Becky. Nikki, Bob and Becky! Thank you so so much for your contributions we love having you
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Well I am starving. Oh man I saw those fish and I'm like I need to get those in my belly! Oh stop! Well
let's go back to the restaurant and get some lunch! And we were heading to get lunch and then we saw
this little area here. Adam look there's steps. I'm sure or I don't know where it goes up to but check
out the view from up here. How gorgeous is this?
That's where we were snorkeling right out there!
What an incredible place to come and spend a day. Absolutely! So it actually looks like the path that
you take to go to the other beach we are gonna head there in just a little bit but yeah let's
head back down and get some food! Sounds good to me. This is so cool. I love that cactus right there.
It's like a whole other world. That's why you just gotta explore a little bit. You'll find a lot
of cool stuff that way. And it just adds a little extra spice to life exploring getting out of your
comfort zone. Remember great things didn't never come from your comfort zone. You need to get out
of it so you can experience things like this. I just ordered our food and let me tell you it was
difficult because there was a lot of nice options. So many seafood options. They're cooking lobsters
in there on the grill. They have some oysters. They're making fresh tortillas on the comal.
It looks delicious. But while we're waiting for our food I just wanted to mention if you don't want to
come here on your own and you want someone just to take care of it like a little all-inclusive tour
they do offer those. We talked to this gentleman the other day Manuel right on La Costera in the
hotel zone and he said for $25 USD each they offer you a full tour which includes your transportation to
the dock, your boat transport both ways. They take you to a restaurant and it includes your lunch and
one drink. I mean when you're on vacation I just I know I just want to have somebody take care
of stuff for me so that's a great option and very affordable. Yes absolutely! Hey what are you reading
over there beautiful? Oh I'm reading Angels and Demons by Dan Brown. Oh man that is a good one! And
I think my drink just showed up! I'm so excited! this looks like a drink/meal
to me. Yeah it sure does! Check this masterpiece out! So I got a piña colada but it's in the pineapple
and they dressed it up to look like a little mouse! He's a very cute little mouse. I know. And I love
it because it's like our starter. It's like our appetizer as well. Good point! A little snack. Let's try it.
Well I already tried it I'm not gonna lie, and it's really good! I'm gonna taste it again!
And I got a virgin piña colada because I haven't eaten much today and I think
one with a lot of rum in it would probably just put me over the edge. It might end the video or it
might make it a lot more fun, I don't know! And it looks like our food has arrived. Cuba is my best friend!
He brings all the food for me!
He's our favorite. That's right. Wow! That is one giant shrimp tostada! I feel like it might break
the chip it's so heavy with this shrimp. Look at that! It's huge. Yeah give it a taste! Let's jump in!
Oh wow looks like it's packed with shrimp too! Tomatoes, cilantro, avocado...
The shrimp is absolutely perfect, it's got that nice firm shrimp texture that you're looking for.
A little bit of spice! It is absolutely delicious.
The carrot!
And look who came to join us! Hola amigo! What you can smell the
shrimp tostadas or what? My kind of rabbit, he likes shrimp!
That's so funny! So I have been really looking forward to trying this dish ever since our friend
Sarah recommended it. Thank you so much! So unlike traditional ceviche that is cooked in lime and cut
in cubes. Tiritas is actually cut in strips and then it is cooked in orange juice so I'm
guessing it's going to give it this whole other dynamic flavor. There's a bunch of onions on it
and I see some peppers so it's gonna be a little spicy too I think. Let's taste it out! That looks so
good and I'm guessing that the orange is probably gonna give it a slight sweet kind of flavor. Wow!
It's definitely very bright. It does have a little spice. You're normally supposed
to eat it on some tostadas as well. I definitely recommend this dish when you come to this region.
And save some for your boyfriend please! I don't know about that!
Caroline this one's for you! Yeah aww!
It's not Winky but he'll do! That delicious meal was 750 pesos and we could sit here
all day just enjoying this incredible view and the sound of those waves but we have one more
beach to take you to. But before we go there remember come here and see Cuba! Oh absolutely. Search him out.
Cuba was great. He might seek you out like he found us he was down the beach like hola, hola! But he'll
make sure you have a wonderful day. He's super attentive, great guy, beautiful smile. Speaks
perfect english and can answer any questions you have about the island. Now let's head over
to our last beach and see what we can find! All right so the beach is right here if you come
around you will find these escalaras or steps. Right this way. That will take us to the next beach.
Would you mind saying the name of the beach on here for us?
Right there? Cuachalalate!
Cuachalalate! Cuachalalate!
That is the beach that we are heading to right now. To the right. And we're we're always talking about Mexican
hospitality. We met Herbie over on the mainland. He told us how much tickets cost, where to go.
He works at the princess coral restaurant. So when you're here that's another great
option. It's right down at the end and they have this beautiful table that actually goes out into
the water. It's the only one that does it! That could be you down there!
Mis amigos, welcome. Welcome to the island. Gracias.
Gracias Herbie.
Okay. We'll see you soon! Okay. I know we say it all the time but there are such sweet sweet people.
Hearts of gold here in Mexico. We just love it. Thank you so much for sharing your country
with us and for having us here. We appreciate you. There's that path we came up earlier
and that sign again so we were just gonna head down this way.
Oh this looks really nice too! Ba da bing ba da boom. Another beautiful playa right around the corner. This
island seems like it has everything you need for an incredible day at the beach. I know you
can just go like beach hopping if you'd like. Yeah go snorkel over there, have some food, come over here,
go over there. There is also one more beach just around the corner here. It's not a swimming beach.
It's called Playa Carey and it's actually where turtles are are coming in, Hawksbills.
And laying their eggs there. They're nesting turtles. So it is a cool place you can go to
but it's not a beach that you can go and hang out at. So just bear that in mind. It is beautiful
though! All right well let's walk down this beach. And as you can see the water is nice and calm here
it seems like this beach has a lot more families hanging out on it. All right family unfortunately
it is time to say goodbye. We hope you had a wonderful time on your little island day today.
Honestly it would have been nowhere near as much fun if you hadn't been here to share with us.
It's so true! And when you're leaving there are two places you can do so back at Playa Varadero
where we got dropped off this morning and then here at Playa Cuachalalate.
Yeah so we're gonna head out in this pier and get the boat back. But yes thank you again so so much
for being here with us. We appreciate you immensely! If you enjoyed this video please give us a big
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