Female Mariachis

If you are visiting in Guadalajara, the best place to shop is in the unique suburb of Guad known as Tlaquepaque! Simply take a cab from whatever hotel you are staying at and the driver will deliver you within minutes. With glorious shopping and a wide choice of fine dining, at our favorite restaurant "El Patio" you will be entertained by professional female Mariachis. Historically, Guadalajara is the birthplace for Mariachi music. Annually a global Mariachi festival is hosted in Guad every August. This event fills hotels.  We hope this inspires a visit. 
GPS ADDRESS El Patio Tlaquepaque - Female Mariachis perform daily
Calle Independencia 186 - ZIP CODE 45500 San Pedro Tlaquepaque, Jal.

Fine Dining with Friends

The best dining experience is with friends and we enjoy many great restaurants.

Panino's for a turkey dinner on Tuesdays

La Estacion, upstairs from Poncho's for the best pizza

Gosha's in Ajijic for breakfast

Al Kafe in Chapala for the omelette

Cocinart in Ajijic for lunch

Tango in Ajijic for a grand bud pleasing variety

Vista Del Lago Country Club for lunch in San Nicolas

The Tomahawk in San Nicolas for ribs

Casa Linda for lunch in Ajijic

Huerta Cafe for breakfast in San Antonio

Paris Cafe in Chapala for the best cappuccino

The PLACE past Casa Linda at the dead end for lunch

La Vita Bella for lunch in San Juan Cosala

Don Juan's in Chapala for breakfast

Villa Del Angel

This sweet spot in the road is just 45 minutes from our casa. The location is on top of the hill above Ajijic and you can walk through the village and shop and eat well. "Draw close to Me, and I will draw close to you." Whenever it is time for me to seek the Lord with all my heart, and all my attention, I take some time to "get-a-way" to study God's Word, and to take time in silence to listen to what the Holy Spirit wants to highlight. It was a delightful week at Villa Del Angel is a lower room with a king sized bed equipped with a private jacuzzi tub, garden view, Egyptian sheets, daily room service, and a wonderful breakfast. My goal is to become and remain the best I can as a host of the Holy Spirit. Praising God for providing all the beauty of this special local spot in the road. My time in the Bible was incredible. He saturated my mind as I reflected on all He showed me during my daily walks about Ajijic. Mike joined me for a day of swimming and we ventured into Ajijic on foot and discovered new fabulous places to dine. This personal retreat includes a detox of stinkin thinkin as I reset my identity "in Him".  With hot tub soaks,fresh greens, herbal tea, fresh juice, reclining in the arms of Jesus, at the pool with the Word of God streaming in.  CLICK: Villa Del Angel in Ajijic

Villa Del Angel located on the mountainside in Ajijic, one block past Colon on Juarez. Privada Juarez 3 Ajijic, 45920, 376-766-0783

Hotel Lindo Ajijic

On the Mountain side, a walk down hill to the plaza and malecon. Exceptional views. The master room #5 recommended in reviews. Room #5 rate on Hotel.com 2,655 pesos per night / $133 USD.  ADDRESS: 17A Ángel Flores, Ajijic, JAL, 45920, Mexico. 

Main Spa Day amenities

• 8 shared guestrooms with air conditioning 
• Full-service spa and outdoor pool
• Daily housekeeping + garden setting
• Lobby fireplace + roof top pool and hot tub

• Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi 
• • Hotel Lindo pictures of rooms

Casa Tres Leones in Ajijic

Walk about Ajijic, tour the village, walk the malecon, or just relax by the pool. Excellent reviews, great location for exploring the EXPAT centro of Lake Chapala.  Book a room on Hotels.com and collect your rewards for traveling. The best time to visit Lakeside is in January, February - or October and November. The photo on this post is NOT Casa Tres, but it is one of the beautiful brick homes you will discover on your local walk about through the village. Enjoy coffee down by the malecon, lunch at La Cocinera, and perhaps dinner at Tango on Colon in Ajijic. Meet expats from around the globe at LCS the "Lake Chapala Society." Simply ask "How did you arrive in Chapala?" You will be fascinated by the variety of people you meet over coffee at the LCS Cafe. Check the bulletin board at LCS for local music and cultural events. The climate is mild, less humidity and the mountains are green in October and November. During the second week of November is the annual "Feria" a fair that promotes the cultural arts of Mexico, with a fashion show. Pick up a local FREE paper called OJO DEL LAGO. A reasonable gargain at 2,689 pesos per nite. $134 USD. Click this link to view photos of this 10 star rated gem and request AIRPORT shuttle.  Casa Tres Leones

Hotel Del Pescador

This jewel is a local getaway to rejuvenate in the circling, clean water of a hot tub or pool. During my recent visit to Vida Sana in Guad for chelation therapy, the doctor recommended a week of sitting in hot mineral baths to open my pores so that I can sweat. I have driven by and admired the location and found a listing online on HOTELS.COM. Hotel el Pescador.  I like small places and the price is just right to take a week to reset my body. 1872 pesos per night is only $94 US per night.  To stay at Vida Sana without air conditioning, or a pool is $85 US per night. For security, once inside with your vehicle, you must inform the office to buzz the gate open. The cafe had OK reviews for Chilaquiles, however, the service is slow. It is my intention to bring my own food and an ice chest. When booking, make sure the room you get the A/C works.

Hotel Del Pescador Main amenities

• 39 guestrooms
• Restaurant
• Outdoor pool
• Free airport drop-off
• 24-hour fitness center
• Spa services
• Terrace
• 24-hour front desk
• Air conditioning
• Daily housekeeping
• Garden
• Multilingual staff

• Free WiFi and free parking