Looking for fun? Visit La Paz!

One of the many rides being assembled along the La Paz Malecon for Carnaval 2009

If the great weather, fantastic sunsets, beautiful beaches, whale watching, fishing, scuba diving and friendly people aren't enough reasons to visit La Paz, here are some more! It's Carnaval 2009 - Viva la fiesta! (Feb. 19 - 24) and on the 22nd, the 15th Annual Todos Santos Historic House Tour.

Right now, hundreds of workers are setting up rides, booths and other attractions along nearly the entire length of the Malecon. Along with all of that, three major parades will take place on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at 5:00 pm.

Carnaval is a great place to enjoy the special ambiance of La Paz in a family-friendly environment that has something for everyone. Great food, games, rides, shopping and just people watching makes this an event not to miss.

In nearby Todos Santos, the Historic House Tour takes visitors on a journey back in time to when there was no electricity and dinner was cooked on a wood stove. Check out the Hotel California and see where John F. Kennedy Jr. spent the night when he visited.

Some of the homes on the tour have been in the same families for hundreds of years and each has a unique and exciting story to tell about the culture and history of the area. Two additional homes have been added to the 2009 tour.

At only $20 USD per person, the tour is a great way to explore the last century in Todos Santos and Baja. Reservations may be made by phoning 612-145-0299 or by emailing palapasociety@yahoo.com. All proceeds from the event benefit the children's educational and medical programs of The Palapa Society of Todos Santos A.C. and The Bomberos of Todos Santos.

The whales are back!

It is that time of year again in Baja Sur California. If you have been waiting for a good reason to make a trip to La Paz, it’s hard to find one larger than this - The whales are back!

La Paz celebrates the life of these amazing creatures in many ways. Upon entering the city from the north, the combined whale’s tail and dove of peace sculpture provide your first official greeting from the city. Once in town, paintings and statues will surprise you in many different locations.

For those who love nature, watching these magnificent creatures is an experience not to miss and to be enjoyed as often as possible. From the feeding grounds in Alaska to the warm waters of Baja, these mammals travel 5000 miles every year to give birth and raise their calves.

Adventurers from all over the globe travel to Baja for the thrill of getting close to these gentle giants. You might choose to stand on the beach and watch them spout from afar or take a boat out and actually get so close you can touch them – a great thrill We invite you not to miss out; as the song goes, "this ain't no practice life" – come on down and make the most of life as it is meant to be lived!