Hidden Zih and Beyond

Some "Don't Miss" Stuff...

A new spot worth visiting in Troncones is Present Moment Retreat, a Yoga and Meditation center located near town on the beach side of the road. Now before you get worried I've gone 'woo woo' on you, let me explain the draw. First of all the buildings and grounds are fabulous. Everything is newly constructed and blends in with the ocean front location. A half moon of upscale palapas ring a naturally landscaped pool. A large outdoor yoga platform sits adjacent to the beach and serves as the outdoor venue for yoga classes and other events like the nightly drum circle. (I KNOW, I KNOW.. stay with me now) The big draw though is a really great bar/restaurant that is elevated right above the sand and a stones throw from the water. They serve fine wines (!!) and nicely prepared cali/mex dishes. On their website they call it Spa cuisine..I would say it is MUCH better than anything I have had at any spa. And I would also add that it certainly isn't the vegan-whole grain (chew chew chew) menu you would expect to find at your average yoga retreat. Heck, they even have a full bar with a bartender.

So after getting in touch with their inner 'chi' the yoga crowd would stroll over to the bar and down a few mojitos to help things along.. only in Mexico, kids. The prices aren't what you have come to expect in Mexico but the ambiance is great. We returned there several times and watched a whole series of great sunsets while enjoying super chilean chardonnays and yummy before dinner munchies.

Another place that I am just "sold on" for food in Troncones is Inn at Manzanillo Bay.. I became addicted to the Papaya/Banana smoothies and Daniel wouldn't dream of starting his day without the 'Surfers Special'. - a homemade waffle and bacon combo. I didn't actually see any surfers order this but I'm sure they would if they weren't up and at the waves so darned early. Gerry was all over the place in terms of the menu but by the time we left he definitely qualified as a star member of the 'Clean Your Plate Club'.

Finally, the romantic atmosphere of the Inn always puts the perfect finishing touch on a wonderful stay in the Zih/Troncones area. If you get a chance rent one of their beach side palapas (#1 or #8). The helpful but unobtrusive staff and the beautiful grounds make this a wonderful place to rejuvenate your relationship or get to know one another better. (Yes, we have booked for next year.)