Rocky Point 360 first burst on the Puerto Peñasco online stage in October 2011. As a family collaboration, we brought together the photographic prowess of webmaster Ariel and Arq. Plinio Rivero, the Spanish storytelling talent of Moka, and my own writing ambition along with a fervent desire to provide timely information on upcoming events in […]
Puerto Peñasco stands out as the only destination in Sonora with official authorization from the Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) for whale watching. This privilege is an integral part of Puerto Peñasco’s tourism promotion strategy in 2025, leveraging natural phenomena that attract both domestic and international tourists. Lizette Ibarra, director of the Puerto […]
Puerto Penasco, Mexico, also known as Rocky Point, is a beautiful coastal town located in the northwestern part of Mexico. It is a popular tourist destination, especially during the month of October, when the weather is pleasant and the beaches are less crowded. With its pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant nightlife, Puerto Penasco […]
Attention all nature lovers! In August, CEDO has exciting events just for YOU! Join a CEDO Xperience! Immerse yourself in the biodiversity surrounding the Puerto Peñasco region, learn about marine conservation, and discover sustainable practices to preserve the environment. Join CEDO and meet research, science, and conservation experts who will raise awareness about the importance […]
There’s a heat wave just about everywhere these days! It sure feels that way in Rocky Point, with over 60% humidity, but we haven’t technically hit 3 digits and next week is only aiming for the mid-90s°F. Sunrise and sunset walks are still very much a thing as those in the know can already sense […]
Indigenous People’s Gathering to be held August 9th in Puerto Peñasco With the goal of promoting Tohono O’odham culture and traditions, and that of other ethnic groups within Puerto Peñasco, the city will host its first Celebration of Indigenous Peoples on August 9th at the Expo Convention Center. The celebration, organized by the Commission on […]
Sonora Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño announced construction on a new landfill for Puerto Peñasco will come sooner than expected as Encántame Resorts has committed to contribute up to 50% of resources needed for the project. In a press conference, Governor Durazo remarked that following his visit to Puerto Peñasco and Sonoyta earlier this week he […]
Sonora Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño visited Puerto Peñasco this week to mark the official groundbreaking ceremony on the first of three towers at Encántame Soleil of Encántame Resorts. The governor made a commitment to transform Puerto Peñasco into a lever for economic development in the state, lauding the 1.8 billion dollar investment represented in the […]
We’ve made it to 4th of July weekend in Rocky Point – well, maybe we should say 4th of July eve. Summer’s sultry swagger has begun as yes, that’s right, the humidity is slinking its way across our shores. Water is great, though keep up the jelly-fish shuffle when walking into the sea and keep […]
Encántame Resorts, located just 15 minutes east of town, has the pleasure of welcoming Sonora Governor Alfonso Durazo on Monday, July 3rd, for a Groundbreaking Ceremony on the 1st tower “Rendezvous” at its exciting Encántame Soleil project. Sales Director Keith Allen indicates the event is open to the public, though requests RSVPs be communicated to […]
Steps and virtues to attract more tourism to Puerto Peñasco were highlighted during the city’s presentation at the “Toca Puertas” (Knocking on Doors) program held last week in Phoenix, AZ. The event, promoted by Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism, also provided a venue to formalize several sister city agreements for cities across Arizona with their Mexican […]
Over 200 people from the primary sector, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations took part in the 2nd Regional Fisheries and Aquaculture Festival held in Mexicali earlier this month. This included over 18 exhibitors from across northwestern Mexico, as well as other parts of the country, together to strengthen artisanal fisheries and aquaculture. As Festival Founders, […]
Fish Monument soon to go up in new location Within coming weeks, the 6 x 2.5 meter sailfish monument once located at the intersection of Calle 13 and Blvd. Juarez is set to go up in its new location near the entrance to the Old Port. This comes nearly seven months after the monument was […]
Summer is here! Yes, officially! Summer solstice on Wednesday marked the beginning of summer. Seemingly word really got out and it’s heating up. But hey, the humidity hasn’t kicked in yet this way and the sea is super inviting right about now. Every weekend seems to see more folks making their way down to Arizona’s […]
One evening while out capturing a spectacular sunset over the Sea of Cortez, as is his nearly daily ritual, the artist/photographer/adventurer/guide Tony Ballesteros watched a young man enjoying the same view from a wheelchair, its narrow tires sunk somewhat into the sand. Tony recalled his own experience in a wheelchair after a hospital stay at […]
Just this past week I started to turn the A/C on in the office – mid June, are you kidding me? I’m used to doing that business in late April or early May in Rocky Point! Indeed, it is near perfect weather still as we head into a 3 day weekend, honoring Juneteenth in the […]
Our two dogs are set to receive their monthly dose of flea and tick medicine tomorrow – precisely 4 weeks after the last dose, and nearly a month since the abrupt passing of their fearless leader Firulais due to latent ehrlichiosis. I must admit, I still don’t know quite how to pronounce that diagnosis, and […]