“Casi Treinta” (Almost Thirty) tells the story of a group of 8 friends who are about to turn 30. The movie was filmed in San Carlos, Guaymas, Obregon and Hermosillo and will soon hit the theaters.
Watch the trailer
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Filmed in San Carlos: Casi Treinta
Gas Wars: USA wins for gas; Mexico wins for diesel
Ever wonder whether it is more economical to fill up your car in the US just before coming into Mexico, or to wait until you hit the Pemex at KM 21 and save a few pesos.
Well, the calculator has come out, the numbers have been crunched, and the results are in: US gas prices are CHEAPER than Mexico’s gas prices (unless your car or truck uses diesel —
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Movies Filmed in San Carlos | Catch 22 | Videos
Movies Filmed in San Carlos: watch Catch 22, Mask of Zorro and Lucky Lady … all filmed in San Carlos.
Is there an artist in the (your) house?
Did you know we have oil painting classes right here in San Carlos? GCM, Galeria Carolina Manzano, is located in the Seascape Plaza and the talented instructor, Carolina, offers classes three days each week at a very nominal fee.
Carolina Hernandez de Manzano was born in Torreon Coahuila,
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A Local Bus Experience Part 2
Last Friday Nadine and I set off for part 2 of our Guaymas bus treks. Friends Joanne and Linda joined us. Again we boarded outside Condos Triana at approximately 9:45 am, fare 12 pesos, and departed on Serdan and walked behind the Central Mercado. Unbeknownst to us, but a great find for us ladies,
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A Local Bus Experience
My friend Nadine has the craziest ideas. Her latest one was to get on a bus to Guaymas and then get on other buses while in Guaymas to see the surrounding neighborhoods. Well, with me with a sprained ankle, I decided now was a good time to let her drag me along.
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El Sabor De México
A budding poet, 15-year old student Mariel Llano is currently attending Colegio Americano de San Carlos. She plans to study creative writing at NYU. She has written many poems, including “El Sabor De México”.
Webcams San Carlos & Guaymas
San Carlos webcams from MarinaTerra Hotel and the Bahia. Guaymas webcam from Hotel Playa de Cortez.
Explore San Carlos: Tours
Looking for tours in San Carlos and Guaymas Sonora Mexico? Check out our list San Carlos Tours with tour suggestions, tour operators and videos.
Delfinario Sonora Guaymas
The Delfinario Sonora is located on the water’s edge and is the perfect place to spend a couple hours with the family. Both the sea lion and dolphin shows are very entertaining.
Guaymas past and present | Videos
Check out this great video showing Guaymas, past and present, including portions of some of the movies that have been filmed in the area
Diving with Sealions | Video
Johan Broere plays with sea lion friends at San Pedro Island in the Sea of Cortez near San Carlos Mexico
San Carlos Sonora activities | Video
Video. What to do in beautiful San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico? Hike, bike, snorkel, scuba dive, fish, boat, sail, relax on the beach, enjoy fresh seafood and excellent cerveza.
San Carlos Dolphins | Video
Video: Dolphins playing in the wake of the boat in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. Watch for the 3 month old baby dolphin.
San Carlos Mexico Weather (Fahrenheit)
San Carlos Mexico Weather: online resource for San Carlos Mx Weather – daily temps, monthly averages, tides, satellite images, storm warnings in Fahrenheit
Utilities San Carlos Sonora
Utilities San Carlos: electrical (CFE), water (CEA), gas, television, propane, phone and internet. Banks. View and Pay your San Carlos Utility Bills Online
Post Office & Mail
In San Carlos, there is a Post Office in the small strip mall beside Hambone’s insurance.
Poseidon Wreck Dive | Diving San Carlos Mexico on Poseidon’s Mistress
Diving the wreck of Poseidons Mistress which sunk in hurricane Juliet in 2001. The wreck is located 47 miles north of San Carlos, Sonora Mexico.
Marina Terra | Snorkel Dive
Marina Terra San Carlos is a great place to snorkel or dive where you’ll see Parrot Fish, Trigger Fish, Angel (King & Cortez), Blenny, Puffer, Wrasse, Rays, Sergeant major, and huge star fish
Soggy Peso Snorkel
A little aquarium exists just off shore where you can find Stonefish, Rock lobster, Sergeant majors, King angles, Small octopus, crabs and sting rays
Piedra Pintas | Snorkel Dive San Carlos
This is a beautiful little cove with great snorkeling & scuba up and around both points. It’s fun to frolic in the water under the watchful eye of Tetakawi.
Embassies & Consulates
If you are thinking of living and / or working in Mexico, there are several different Visas that you can look into. For US citizens, you will find more information at Embassy of the United States in Mexico. And for Canadian citizens, see the Canadian Embassy in Mexico.
Gyms in San Carlos
From basic free weights to state-of-the-art facilities, San Carlos Sonora has several options to choose from.
Nightlife
Entertainment San Carlos & Guaymas (Sonora Mexico): List of live music venues and where to party and dance.
Beach Safety
Beach hazards to watch out for and their treatment: jelly fish, sting rays and sea urchins
Safety in San Carlos | Is Mexico Safe?
Safety in San Carlos. Is Mexico Safe? Yes! Read first hand accounts from people who have recently visited and / or live in Mexico, and know that Mexico is Safe.
Guaymas Old Jail
The old City Jail is one of Guaymas’ most important landmarks. Declared a National Historic Monument by the National Institute of Art & History
