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BBQ Jones

Apr 28, 2006, 9:58 AM

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Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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Aside from vacationing, has anyone spent enough time both places to compare the two for longterm living? I'm curious about comparisons of weather, cost of living, local personality, and general quality of life.

At some point I may move to one or the other and open a service business. Any thoughts are appreciated.

Thanks in advance,
BBQJones
cwood@CasasDelMarPV.com

Oaxaca Hotel

May 31, 2006, 11:27 AM

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Re: [BBQ Jones] Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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Hi,

I am building in Huatulco. Sorry to say that I have not been to Ixtapa. I have a running blog of my house site at

http://www.huatulco-real-estate.com/new-house.htm This could help I don't know.

Huatulco is a very nice place to live. If you can find a niche it's a good place to make a living too, but it is a very small 'resort'. Really it is a wonderful place to live, with the added bonus of a few tourist dollars to help out.

Almost zero crime, friendly locals and an almost 100% sun record make it a good place to look into.

Try these guys for costs http://www.huatulco-real-estate.com of land etc.

Beautiful swimming beaches and surf style beaches too.

Well I am sure Ixtapa is a nice place too. Hopefully someone can fill you in on that place.
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maddogkate

Jun 2, 2006, 6:24 PM

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Re: [Oaxaca Hotel] Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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Isn' t it extremely hot there in certain months? What is the year round temperature like?
I am planning a trip there end of June...may I get in touch with you?

Kate Robertson

RickM

Jun 5, 2006, 1:08 AM

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Re: [BBQ Jones] Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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yes the heat in Huatulco is worse - though it's no picnic in Z town although easier to jump in there

I would be bored soon in H and have more to do in Z

Oaxaca Hotel

Jun 5, 2006, 11:37 AM

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Re: [RickM] Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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Summer in Mexico in general is darn hot. Huatulco IS hot in summer but more than makes up for that in Winter when you can sleep with a blanket some nights.

As for boredom ... all depends on what you need from a town. It is not 'Vegas' for sure. Z has more to do, But Huatulco is finding a following who like beauty mixed with eco minded tourism.

Still, both places (z and Huatulco) are superb.
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alex .

Jun 9, 2006, 1:11 PM

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Re: [BBQ Jones] Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo vs. Huatulco Living

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I understand that like the folks that work in upscale touristy Ixtapa live in the more humble Zihuatanejo, those who work in a similar environment of Huatulco live in Salina Cruz. I dunno for sure.
Alex