GO Team Mazatlan! This page will be our online HUB for what’s going during out trip.
When are we going?
Different groups are traveling between 3/28-4/6. The majority of people are staying 3/28-4/5.
Who’s going?
- Blaine, Erin, Caleb & Kennady Davidson
- Cy, Amber & Emerson Grimmett
- Mike & Penny Hawkins
- Stephanie Fuller
- Jay & Carole Johnson
- Kelly, Tonya, Jaxson & Breven Luinstra
- Jeff & Debbie Manas
- Fred & Lori Morris
- Debbie & Jay Smith
- Keaton & Jenny Smith
Where are we staying?
Click here to see a list of the all-inclusive restaurants included in your vacation. Some are located at the Emerald Bay, others at the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan, 10 min free shuttle ride away), and one not on either property located in the Plaza Machado. See “What are we doing?” below for a few group reservations at all-inclusive and non-all-inclusive restaurants and activities.
What are we doing?
With so many people in our group, we are making a few group reservations at the following “must do” restaurants and activities (some not included in all-inclusive). Do not feel required to participate.
- Saturday (3/28): Welcome Reception at Kelly’s Bar at the Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay at 7pm (all-inclusive). Most people arrive Saturday, so after you get your pool/beach fix, we’ll gather to kick off our time together. Kids are not allowed in the bar so our group will have a designated area just outside on the terrace. You can eat at Kelly’s or wander to other restaurants on the property. Reception dress: casual.
- Sunday (3/29):Cocktails on the top of the Best Western Posado Freeman Hotel (not all-inclusive) at 6pm for sunset cocktails and dinner at Topolo at 7:30pm (not all-inclusive). We will leave the Emerald Bay on the free shuttle to the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan at 5:00pm and take a Pulmonia/cab (a suped-up Mexican golf cart) to the Freemon Hotel. Be sure the pulmonia driver knows you want the Freeman Hotel in the Centro Historico because there is another property in the Golden Zone. This is a fabulous rooftop spot to see Mazatlan from on high and capture great photos at sunset like the one above. Afterward cocktails, we’ll take a quick Pulmonia to Topolo at 7:15pm. Note: The Emerald Bay Shuttle leaves every 30 min to and from the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan) between the hours of 10am-9:30pm. Schedule your shuttle tickets earlier in the day for the time you desire. Dinner dress: vacation night out.
- Monday (3/30):We have no reservations planned but a group of people will be going to Mr. Lionso Playa Bruja (not all-inclusive) for dinner (no reservation needed). A short pulmonia ride from the Emerald Bay, this local, affordable, open-air establishment on the beach specializes in its tequila (bottles are brought to your table for tasting, including a snake tequila…do you dare?!), whole snapper, seafood and traditional Mexican. We’ll chat about a good time to meet for those who want to partake and send a text to share the time. Dinner dress: casual.
Tuesday (3/31): Brenster’s Beach Bash (not all-inclusive) followed by dinner at Cilantros (all-inclusive) at the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan at 7pm. We will leave for Brenster’s Beach Bash (at Diego’s Beach Bar) on the free shuttle to the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan around 1pm. You can either walk the beach to Diego’s or take a quick Pulmonia ride. What is Brenster’s Beach Bash? Think an older version Kenny Chesney meets Jimmy Buffet meets Neil Diamond at a fun Mexican beach bar with dancing and singing with people of all ages from all over the world. See pricing to the left. After Brenster’s, we’ll make our way back to the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan to change, pre-funk and have dinner at Cilantros at 7pm. It’s Erin Davidson’s BDAY! Note: The Emerald Bay Shuttle leaves every 30 min to and from the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan) between the hours of 10am-9:30pm. Schedule your shuttle tickets earlier in the day for the time you desire. Brenster’s & dinner dress: beach & bring casual change for dinner.
- Wednesday (4/1):Enjoy a pool/beach day at the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan (all-inclusive). Consider dinner onsite at Angelos (semi all-inclusive). Take the free shuttle whenever you desire to the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan. They have three wonderful restaurants onsite that serve Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. The main pool is under construction, so head to the pool/bar area in the new wing of the hotel. Hang out at the pool, go surfing, walk the beach, eat at the all-inclusive restaurants on site or check out nearby shopping and restaurants in the Golden Zone. There is also a surf school located on the premises. We were unable to secure a group reservation for a party our size at Angelos (Italian), so make a reservation with the Concierge if you want to go this evening. Note Angelos is one of two upscale semi all-inclusive options and you will be charged $15/person to enjoy whatever food/drink you desire on the menu. Or try one of the wonderful non all-inclusive options shared at the bottom of this page. Note: The Emerald Bay Shuttle leaves every 30 min to and from the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan) between the hours of 10am-9:30pm. Schedule your shuttle tickets earlier in the day for the time you desire. Pool/beach & dinner dress: beach & bring vacation night out change of clothes for dinner if you go to Angelos, they do not allows beachwear.
- Thursday (4/2): Lunch and live music at Surf’s Up (not-all-inclusive) at 11am. Consider dinner at Casa 46 (semi all-inclusive). A short beach walk away from the Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, Surf’s Up is an off-the-beaten track gem that only those in-the-know know exists. This open-air beach joint is known for its eats, rocking live music and fresh cocktails, and you can surf just a few steps away if you bring a board. You will have plenty of time after Surf’s Up to walk back to the hotel to spend time at the hotel and get ready for wherever you do dinner. We were unable to secure a group reservation for a party our size at Casa 46 (Mexican-French fusion), so make a reservation with the Concierge if you want to go this evening. Note Casa 46 is one of two upscale semi all-inclusive options and you will be charged $15/person to enjoy whatever food and drink you desire on the menu. Or try one of the wonderful non all-inclusive options shared at the bottom of this page. Note: The Emerald Bay Shuttle leaves every 30 min to and from the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan) between the hours of 10am-9:30pm. Schedule your shuttle tickets earlier in the day for the time you desire. Surf’s Up & dinner dress: beach & vacation night out for dinner if you go to Casa46, they do not allow beachwear.
- Friday (4/3): Friday (4/3): Dinner at El Presidio at 7pm (not all-inclusive).El Presidio is the crown jewel dining experience in Mazatlan. For some, this will be their farewell evening, making it the perfect night for this amazing restaurant and ambience. For dinner, we will leave the Emerald Bay on the free shuttle to the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan around 5:30pm and take a Pulmonia to El Presidio. We’re leaving a little early because it’s Friday and there can be traffic. After dinner, plan on heading to the Plaza Machado. The Plaza lights up on Friday nights with live music, street performers and vendors. Note: The Emerald Bay Shuttle leaves every 30 min to and from the sister property (Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan) between the hours of 10am-9:30pm. Schedule your shuttle tickets earlier in the day for the time you desire. Dinner dress: vacation night out.
- Saturday (4/4): Dinner at Hector’s Bistro at 7pm (not all-inclusive). French-European fusion at it’s finest in Mazatlan. If you are still in town, let Blaine know if you’d like to join this reservation. Dinner dress: vacation night out.
- Sunday (4/5): Dinner at Casa Loma at 7pm (not all-inclusive). Known as the “house on the hill”, Casa Loma offers Fine Mexican-Eurpearn fusion while you are seated on the top of a hill looking over Mazatlan. If you are still in town, let Blaine know if you’d like to join this reservation. Dinner dress: vacation night out.
Resources
- Tours, Fishing, Zip Lines, ATVs & Hotel Transfers
- Surfing
- Hike to the El Faro Lighthouse
- Plaza Machado
- Malecon
- Mazatlan Central Market
- Areas of Town
- Mazatlantoday.net
- Live music calendar
- Non-all-inclusive restaurants to explore:
- Topolo, located in the Plaza Machado, upscale Mexican-Latin
- El Presidio, located in the Plaza Machado, upscale Mexican-European fusion
- Hectors Bistro, located in the Plaza Machado, upscale Mexican-European fusion
- Panchos, located across the street from the Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan or in the Golden Zone overlooking the beach, known for quality affordable Mexican and great cocktails
- Surf’s Up, walking distance on the beach from the Emerald Bay, known for fresh, creative American brunch and lunch, amazing cocktails and live music
- Angelina’s Kitchen, located in the Plaza Machado, upscale Mexican & Italian
- El Ajibe de San Pedro, located in the Plaza Machado in an old cistern and surrounded by modern art, upscale Mexican
- Water’s Edge Bistro, located in the Plaza Machado, Mexican-European fusion with creative cocktails
- F.I.S.H, close to the Emerald Bay, known for their ceviche and seafood
- Casa Loma, located on a hill outside of town, upscale Mexican-European fusion
- Mr. Lionso Playa Brujas, close to the Emerald Bay, known for tequila and Mexican food
- El Cuchupetas in Villa Union, out of town, authentic Sinaloan seafood
- El Parador Espanol, out of town, known for their paella
- Emerald Bay Shuttle Schedule
Spring Break 2019 Blaine & Erin Davidson and Kelly & Tonya Luinstra celebrated Erin’s 40th birthday in Mazatlan. Here is a fun video Kelly put together that highlights some of the things we’ll do together in 2020!