Survivor

That's right... I'm a survivor. During our getting ready this morning and packing up our things we got to experience to earthquakes, or maybe it was one earthquake and one aftershock.

It was a moderate earthquake with an epicenter about 50km NE of Acapulco. According the the US Geological Survey it was a 4.9 on the Richter scale.

Interesting way to cap off our time in Mexico.

Acapulco Dreams

Some seem to think that Acapulco isn't safe, and granted, during high season, the main drag which is lined with night clubs (aka discotheques) could be a bit harry, but as with any major city if you keep to yourself and keep your street smarts about you there's nothing to worry about. Keep in mind that after dark, you should make sure to use a taxi when travelling off of the main streets.

Now on the the good stuff... Acapulco has some great history as it's fairly close to Mexico City and was heralded as a destination for the elite back in the 60's. We're staying at one such establishment, the Villa Vera. The Villa has hosted numerous stars and even been featured in an Elvis Presley movie!


What I have enjoyed most about Acapulco has been the modern architecture. I assume that given it's historic nature as a place to be, it's close proximity to Mexico City, the constant influx of American investment, and also the limited variation of weather has all contributed to the areas love of cutty edge design. I'll have to post more design related pictures later on my Flickr page... stay tuned.

Okay... the pool is calling. :)