Sayulita Love By: Gabriel Jones Photos by: Donna Day and Gala Milne
Sayulita, the picturesque seaside fishing village turned surf town, offers the type of winter climate that sun-starved Canadians dream about. From October to May the town and its beaches are drenched in almost non-stop sunny days. Temperatures range from the mid 20s to mid 30s tempered by cool off shore breezes especially by night. Amazingly Sayulita averages more than 300 sunny days a year and after the last drops of the rainy season subside in late September it can go until the next spring without a single rainy day. Built around a central square or plaza and featuring cobblestone roads the town has a classic feel to it. Much of the beautiful residential architecture sits high above the town on surrounding hills and perched on sea side cliffs overlooking the ocean. These homes range from sprawling villas, mid-size casas, and smaller casitas. Sayulita also offers beautiful boutique hotels and even several hostels and campgrounds. The variety of
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accommodation makes for a great mix of travelers both young and old, all sharing a common suntanned smile. Sayulita’s proximity to the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (a 40 min drive) makes it easily accessible, yet the town has managed to retain much of its small town charm. In Sayulita you won’t find any major chain hotels, restaurants or coffee shops. Instead what the town offers is a great variety of unique accommodations, independent eateries serving local produce and fresh seafood and cafes brewing amazing coffee, some of which is grown on neighboring mountainsides and roasted right here in town. Bring your appetite and your sense of adventure as Sayulita is home to a wonderful array of restaurants from street side taco stands to amazing casual fine dining with a view. The menus are mainly Mexican influenced but also include Italian, Asian, Vegetarian and Upper North American.