Fiesta Americana - Guadalajara

We will post trip information here as soon as it starts. For 2010, we will continue planning the project and look for Sponsors that are willing to invest and support the Project. All indications in that regard is ...

... went mad as the Chivas fans revelled in getting one up on their adversaries so early on. Then, barely a minute later Chivas had scored again with their second attack of the game. It was the fastest two goals I had seen since... well, since Arsenal scored twice in 11 seconds against us last week.<br><br>This quick pace was maintained throughout the entire first half; Atlas pulled one back after about 10 minutes, before ...

... more festoon most street corners in the central business district. Colorful graffiti pops up in unexpected places...on the walls of banks, in side alleys, and even in a few ¨designated graffiti zones¨, comprised of white squares painted on to the walls of several businesses in my neighborhood, which I´m sure were ¨designated by the artists themselves and not the local goverment ...

I write this at 3.30am, having just had my sleep interrupted once again. Not by gunshots, sirens, nor even the incessant train horn that deafens us on a daily basis. No, this was something much worse. Normally I can deal with pretty much any insect aside from spiders, but the last few nights have given me some new creatures to worry about...<br><br>It began three nights ago, just as I was about to go to bed. I reached for my washbag, only to sense a sudden movement ...

... tales we had heard from Mexican immigrants who sought work in the promised land, but had failed to realise their dreams across the border. He was very repentant of his former ways and now strove to keep his friends from violence and robbery. Many of his companions had resorted to drink and drugs but he assured us that noone would harm us here.<br><br>The next day we enrolled at CEPE, the University of Guadalajara's language centre for foreign students. We have Spanish ...

... end. <br>I walked off the plane and had no idea what to do. The local bus seemed intimidating so I jumped in a taxi and drove to my Hostel. The drive was fantastic. I felt so free, so amazed, this was Mexico. The driver got lost and I got to see a scenic rout. Not only was I in Mexico, but I was starting my journey in one of the most Mexican cities in the country, Guadalajar. It is the second biggest city in Mexico. All the pain and worry of the horrible flight **** up ...

... Luke from Winnipeg joined the reunion so with this many family and dogs we had a wonderful time together and even managed to dress up and celebrate Halloween.  Gillie did really well living with 3 other puppies; a blue heeler, a mexican special and a white boxer. When it came time to leave we couldn't leave the dogs and now Anthony and Lisa have to accept the fact that we stayed an extra week because of the dogs. Not really, but actually they are well behaved and very entertaining.

... seat 1400 people. On leaving here we drove to the suburb of Tlaquepaque, this was the main area in the 19th century when the rich built some superb mansion which today house mainly craft shops. Included though is the museum of ceramic art and in the rooms surrounding the shady courtyard we could see all different styles of ceramics made in Mexico, There was some fascinating items and some I would have liked. From here it is back to the camp for the night.

... falling asleep but we were both ready to grab the wheel if the bus started to veer off the road. That was topped off by a cockroach crawling up my neck (what sort of bus has roaches???) so we hopped off the bus at the bypass outside of town and walked back to the campsite. All together the day was enjoyable and I would recommend visiting Guadalajara to anyone planning to come to Mexico. Maybe avoid the Chapala bus line though.

... you asked! We are now in Hotel Posada San Rafael Inn, which is a beautiful old building with high ceilings and hand painted murals. We got a really good deal on our room, after some negotiating! The city is stunning, Architecturally and culturally. There are street artists and bands/musicians on every corner. We are hoping to go on a day trip to Tequila tomorrow, which includes an open bar! Not sure if we will be posting tomorrow or the next day :)