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About WeHeartZihua's Area Directory

- The WeHeartZihua Area Directory is not a comprehensive guide to all of the Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa-Troncones area but rather is a look at what makes us "heart Zihua." Our listings feature both travel guide-style information and our own subjective notes, advice on what mustn't be missed, consumer tips to avoid annoyances & pitfalls, and (now!) photos.
- To browse the directory, choose any of the subcategories in the menu above or you can use our search feature (found on every page of the directory) to find specific venues and types of activities.
icons - For quick reference, our collection of icons help to sort out clientele base, hours, proximity to downtown Zihua, and other pertinent information. CLICK HERE for a full explanation of our icon usage.
- Don't you just hate it when you go to a travel site and don't know how accurate the information is? We do, too. That's why all of our entries are dated according to our lastest revision so you can know just how fresh the listing is. Also, our listings are bylined so you can know which of the editors to blame thank.
- Think we forgot something? Feel free to add your own 2 pesos with a comment on any of our listings pages. If we've made a mistake or need to update one of our entries, please use our corrections form to let us know.

This Week @ the Movies

CLICK HERE for more info on Cine Paraíso - CLICK HERE for more info on Cinema Flamingo Ixtapa

Juno

@ Cinema Flamingo Ixtapa

Juno

PG-13 - 96 minutes
showings at: 7 pm (18 April)
Comedy - Drama - Romance
starring: Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
from IMDB: Faced with an unplanned pregnancy, an offbeat young woman makes an unusual decision regarding her unborn child.
August Rush

@ Cinema Flamingo Ixtapa

August Rush

PG - 114 minutes
showings at: 5 & 9 pm (18 April)
Drama - Musical
starring: Freddie Highmore, Kerri Russell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Terrence Howard, Robin Williams
from IMDB: A drama with fairy tale elements, where an orphaned musical prodigy uses his gift as a clue to finding his birth parents.
Fool's Gold

@ Cinema Paraíso

Fool's Gold

PG-13 - 113 minutes
showings at: 7 & 9 pm (18 April)
Adventure - Comedy & Romance
starring: Matthew McConaughey & Kate Hudson
from IMDB: A new clue to the whereabouts of a lost treasure rekindles a married couple's sense of adventure -- and their estranged romance.
The Bucket List

@ Cinema Paraíso

The Bucket List

PG-13 - 93 minutes
showings at: 7 & 9 pm (18 April)
Adventure & Comedy
starring: Jack Nicholson & Morgan Freeman
from IMDB: Two terminally ill men escape from a cancer ward and head off on a road trip with a wish list of to-dos before they die.

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Area Directory
Bungalows at Restaurant Pollocoa
Nestled among the lushly landscaped grounds of Restaurant Pollocoa are six charming bungalows. Bright colors, palapas and circular staircases compliment the rustic Mexican architecture. The rooms are cool and comfortable, and come with air conditioning, ceiling fans, color tv and hot water. Wi fi and use of the swimming pool are included....
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From the Editors
The Road Bike Path Less Traveled
walking in Ixtapa... I suppose because my trips to Ixtapa have always been at the mercy of friends or bus drivers, I've always thought that going to Ixtapa was a long haul. But really, it's not such a big trek. How do I know for sure? Because I've literally "trekked it" 9 times now. Nine times.
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La Vida
Tips From the Anal Retentive Traveler: Driving in Mexico
We’ve all heard the chilling urban legends – a guy was driving in Mexico, got into an accident, and both drivers were thrown into jail until the whole legal mess was resolved. This tale makes it seem so scary and dangerous to drive in Mexico, when really, with a bit of common sense, driving in Mexico isn’t all that bad. However, because “common sense” isn’t always that common, the following is a list of helpful tips for when you plan to drive in Mexico.
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