“EXPLORE DREAM DISCOVER
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.”
― Mark Twain
October 3, 2021
PRE-SEASON
PANAMA POSSE FLEET UPDATE
NEAR THE END OF HURRICANE SEASON
1) REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 21·22 SEASON
To sign up please follow this link >>
Prior registrants, SSCA members
Email us now to sign up again and get a discount !
195 VESSELS ARE ALREADY SIGNED UPReview the Fleet and roster >>
2) HOIST YOUR BURGEE
Burgees are being delivered October via USPS and they will also be available at the kick off events and seminars – please email us now to reserve yours we are only making 250 units and they are free with local USPS shipping in the US – please email us a picture to show us when you get yours !
3) CALLING ALL DIVERS TO STUDY MEXICAN REEFS !
Panama Posse has partnered with ADVENTURE SCIENTISTS AND UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA TO CONDUCT MEXICAN CORAL REEF STUDIES
Teams of Panama Posse volunteer divers will survey up to 40 coral reef sites multiple times a year for several years. Mexico’s Pacific Coast is harbor to some of the world’s most bio-diverse coral reefs which are imperiled by ocean acidification, more frequent and powerful storms and damage from tourism.
Season 5 Mexican Coral Reefs Project Requirements
☑ Panama Posse member at the December 2 – 6, 2021 Kickoff week in Barra de Navidad, Mexico.
☑ Certified diver that can safely and competently collect data underwater.
☑ Access to a boat to travel to established reef monitoring locations.
☑ Will attend an in-person training in Barra de Navidad with Dr. Paola Rodriguez.
TO SIGN UP FOR THIS SESSION PLEASE VISIT ADVENTURE SCIENTIST SIGN UP PAGE->
Mexico’s Pacific Coast is home to some of the world’s most biodiverse coral reefs
Adventure Scientists is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips partners with data collected from the outdoors that are crucial to addressing environmental and human health challenges.
Universidad de Guadalajara Dr. Paola Rodríguez Troncoso and Dr. Amílcar Cupul Magaña are leading the study to understand how climate change and human pressure is impacting corals.
PANAMA POSSE PARTNERS WITH ADVENTURE SCIENTISTS AND UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA TO CONDUCT MEXICAN CORAL REEF STUDIES
4) RESERVE YOU SLIP IN BARRA, MX NOW
Kick off week in December at Marina Puerto de la Navidad will see the biggest concentration of the Panama Posse fleet and we have been given a special rate but only of you reserve early and sign up to be part of the Panama Posse.
Please reserve your slip now* as part of the Panama Posse harbormaster@islaresort.com.mx
Ing. Secundino Alvarez V
Harbormaster
Marina Puerto de la Navidad
+52 314 337 9014
AMENITIES Considered among the 10 best private marinas in Latin America, Marina Puerto de la Navidad is located in Isla Navidad, an upscale, secure and private tourist development just across the quaint village of Barra de Navidad and 30 minutes north of the Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO).
5) SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE
STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night [ Nov 30 – Dec 10 ]
• 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine
• Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents
• Swimming pools & Jacuzzi
• Private beach with cabanas
• Fitness Center
• Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse
• Spa services and treatments
• Boutique gift shop open daily
• Meeting & Banquet facilities
• Water sport rentals
• Business Center open 7 days a week
• Wireless Internet in public areas
• ATM & Currency Exchange
• A 27 hole championship golf course on site (special green fee rates available for marina residents and complimentary transportation provided)
* subject availability
Here is SV RAVEN Tally’s local guide to the town of Barra de Navidad >>
https://panamaposse.com/marina-puerto-de-la-navidad
6) SSCA PARTNERS WITH THE PANAMA POSSE
The Seven Seas Cruising Association™ is the oldest and largest worldwide organization supporting the cruising lifestyle for coastal, near/offshore boaters. SSCA supports members wherever they passage, for weekend, short and long-term cruising. Founded in 1952, today’s SSCA remains true to the traditions of its original members—sharing cruising information, fostering fellowship, and leaving a clean wake. Cruisers Helping Cruisers.
TO JOIN THE SSCA PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK AND GET YOUR PANAMA POSSE DISCOUNT>>
US CUSTOMS ROAM Application Changes: CBP ROAM(Reporting Offsite Arrival) mobile app is being updated with features for foreign private vessels. Foreign private vessels will be able to complete online Cruising Permits and online Port of Call. Approval will be via ROAM. The planned September 2021 upgrade may require a reload of ROAM as it is a new version, but user data will not be impacted (per CBP).
SSCA Annapolis GAM. Bob Bitchen, Lats and Atts, Ed Tillett Waterway Guide, and Chris Parker (Marine Weather Center) are featured. SSCA Caribbean Roundtable includes a live CARIBBEAN SITUATION UPDATE: September 26, 3:30 PM Eastern. Our SSCA Cruising Hosts will be live from the Caribbean. This will also be streamed on the SSCA Youtube Channel. See SSCA YouTube Channel Playlist.
Support SSCA Use your discounts: Find SSCA PARTNERS AND SPONSORS. Your discounts are listed HERE.
7) 21·22 PANAMA POSSE EVENTS US SAILBOAT SHOW
Panama Posse Past current & future participants can meet up at the iconic Annapolis Sailboat show October 14-18 next to the US Naval Academy
We’ll be at the Panama Posse booth be sure to come by BOOTH VB10
The United States Sailboat Show has over 320 exhibitors. From the newest yacht models on the market to the latest in navigational equipment, boating and cruising accessories, clothing, and gear. The Panama Posse will be on site to recruit and find you new friends for the 21-22 Season !
Cruisers University a premium cruising educational program on the east coast, will be back on schedule in the Fall of 2021. Meet the cruising industry’s experts, learn & expand your knowledge and hands-on skills.
Panama Posse will be on stage
Thursday, October 14, 2021 Session 08:15 – 10:00 AM >>
Cruisers University
And we have a session at the Cruisers University, be sure to tell your friends and cruising buddies interested in joining the Panama Posse !
https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/cruisers-university-2/ >>
8) SPECIAL KICK OFF EVENT
SAN DIEGO OCT 28AT CALIFORNIA YACHT MARINA – NEW LOCATION
PLEASE INVITE YOUR FRIENDS WITH BOATS >>
Not to be outdone the First Annual Panama Posse kick off event will take place CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB @ THE PAVILLION
Our friends at Flor de Caña are shipping 3 cases of their 7 year old rum to the event to make sure the sea stories for this season will be epic !
You can of course bring your own Beverages and share a cstories with fellow sailors !
https://flordecana.com/flordecana-7.html
FREE RUM MUSIC AND FUN !
This is the pre-season Latin kickoff event for all heading south towards Panama and to celebrate with and dance the night away with music and more !
RSVP NOW –>>
BEST SUNSETS IN SAN DIEGO PAARTYY
FOR THIS HISTORIC EVENT TO GET YOU ACCESS WRISTBAND ! Thursday Oct 28th is PANAMA POSSE PLAY NIGHT !
ALL CAPTAINS AND THEIR CREW ARE WELCOME TO FIND OUT AND MEET UP ABOUT THE PANAMA POSSE BEFORE HEADING SOUTH >>>
HOW TO GET TO THE PARTY
- VIA DINGHY: DOCK AT 32° 37.3216′ N 117° 06.0333′ W
- VIA UBER / LYFT: 640 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- VIA CAR: Take 5 South and take the H Street Exit 8A – then head West towards the bay on H Street Make a Left onto Marina Parkway FREE PARKING !!!
- VIA TROLLEY: Take the LINE to “H Street Trolley Station” on the Blue Line towards San Ysidro
9) READY FOR A SEASON FUN AND AWARDS ?
HERE ARE THE CATEGORIES
- BIGGEST FISH CAUGHT ✔
- PICTURE OF THE YEAR ✔
- PANAMA POSSE YODA OF THE YEAR ✔
- SPEEDY AWARD – SEVENSTAR AWARD ✔
- THE CAPTAIN RON AWARD ✔
- MOST UNWELCOME VISITOR ONBOARD ✔
- HIGHEST WIND RECORDED ✔
- SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION ✔
- GALLEY GOD(ESS) ✔
- GOOD SAMARITAN OF THE YEAR ✔
for last seasons winners follow this link ->
Prizes are usually awarded with well aged Flor de Cana rum and free marina stays
Captain Ron Award
The Captain Ron Award: “if it’s gonna happen it’s gonna happen out there”
10) PANAMA POSSE KICKOFF & SEMINAR WEEK MEXICO
BARRA
🇲🇽 Here are our dates and revised Seminar Schedule
December 2021 in Barra de Navidad, Mexico
Thursday December 2nd, 2021
@ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW and Fleet Tracking
@ 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION
Friday December 3rd, 2021
@ 10:00 WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, MEDICAL AND SELF RESCUE
@ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER, SAFETY
@ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY
Saturday December 4th, 2021
@ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET
@ 13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL
@ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY
Details here on how to win the chef award and POT LUCK EXPECTATIONS >>
Sunday December 5th, 2021
@ 09:00 Coral Reef Measuring – Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
@ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&A
Monday December 6th, 2021 RALLY & MISSION START
@ 08:00 CORAL REEF MEASURING SESSION START –
Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
Meet and mingle in Barra de Navidad Mexico. The fleet will be in place to make sure that all the knowledge is passed on to the next generation.
11) MUST SEE’S ALONG THE PANAMA POSSE ROUTE
🇲🇽 LA RUTA DEL CAFE
At the end of the 18th century, coffee came to Mexico from the Antilles, but was not exported in great quantities until the 1870s. During the 1980s, coffee became the country’s most valuable export crop. Today Mexico is the largest source of U.S. coffee imports. The Highlands Once a coffee plant is mature, it will produce flowers; this normally happens shortly after heavy rainfall. And then, after the flowers, comes the cherries. Traditional coffee drying in the HIGHLANDS Selectively picked Only the ripe cherries are harvested and they are picked individually by hand. Pickers rotate among the trees every eight to ten days, choosing only the cherries which are at the peak of ripeness. It usually takes two to four years after planting for a coffee plant to produce coffee beans that are ripe enough to harvest.
The plant eventually grows small white blossoms that drop and are replaced by green berries. These green berries will become a deep red color as they ripen. It takes about 9 months for the green cherries to reach their deepest red color. Because this kind of harvest is labor-intensive, and thus more costly, it is used primarily to harvest the finer arabica beans. Workers sorting and pulping coffee beans in Guatemala
The laborers who pick coffee by hand receive payment by the basketful. As of 2003, payment per basket is between US$1.00 to $10 with the overwhelming majority of the laborers receiving payment at the lower end. An experienced coffee picker can collect up to six or seven baskets a day. Depending on the grower, coffee pickers are sometimes specifically instructed to not pick green coffee berries since the seeds in the berries are not fully formed or mature. This discernment typically only occurs with growers who harvest for higher end/specialty coffee where the pickers are paid better for their labor. Lots including unripe coffee fruit are often used to produce cheaper mass consumer coffee beans, which are characterized by a displeasingly bitter/astringent flavor and a sharp odor. Red berries, with their higher aromatic oil and lower organic acid content, are more fragrant, smooth, and mellow. As such, coffee picking is one of the most important stages in coffee production.
The sun rises over the Chiapas mountains and the jungle around the Tacaná volcano awake. The area of the Soconusco heights was totally wild, unknown and without having been explored before by man. There are no pyramids or ruins of ancient civilizations. 1,151km away, the world was very different and contrasting. President Porfirio Díaz was in the National Palace of Mexico City working on major structural reforms for the country, with the aim of developing and innovating the country’s economy. Díaz had a vision of a prosperous Mexico and was not satisfied with the way companies of that time performed. For this reason, he decided to invite entrepreneurs from then first world economies which he aspired for Mexico to advance. These invitations were sent mainly through embassies and churches, which were answered by Italians, French, English and Germans, to name a few.
Coffee production in Mexico is the world’s 8th largest and is mainly concentrated to the south central to southern regions of the country. The coffee is mainly Arabica, and lately Robusta which grows particularly well in the coastal region of Soconusco, Chiapas, near the border of Guatemala.
At the end of the 18th century, coffee came to Mexico from the Antilles, but was not exported in great quantities until the 1870s. During the 1980s, coffee became the country’s most valuable export crop. Today Mexico is the largest source of U.S. coffee imports.
Once a coffee plant is mature, it will produce flowers; this normally happens shortly after heavy rainfall. And then, after the flowers, comes the cherries.
Argovia is a partner and initiator of the Coffee route in Chiapas, with cabins, outdoor pool, Spa, Restaurant, bar, Event areas and tours.
To read more about the RUTA DEL CAFE and nearby area follow this link >>
12) STAY AT MARINA CHIAPASTO EXPERIENCE DE RUTA DEL CAFE
https://panamaposse.com/marina-chiapas
13 ) IMPORTANT HOUSE KEEPING ITEMS
PANAMA POSSE LINE CALLS ARE HELD ON
MONDAYS@ 16:00 UTC
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21·22 SEASON
please join the new PANAMA POSSE LINE GROUP *
if you have not seen or deleted the invite please email
us with your LINE USER INFORMATION including cell number
( * it’s seasonal and for participants only get line from https://line.me)
14) Panama Posse Safety Alert
Please, please, please always hoist your dinghy up and lock it at night !
Always lock your dinghy – especially if you go on shore.
Tie it to a sturdy pole or tree and remove any valuables.
Thieves are opportunists may swim out to cut your dinghy’s painter and
then use rocks on the beach to break off locks.
Please use a (pad) lock with a difficult point of attack and a heavy chain
or re-in-forced coated wire – see a sample lock below.
15) PANAMA POSSE FACEBOOK GROUP 21-22
THANK YOU CINDY from Delta Swizzler the Facebook Group Admin
16) FREE ACCESS TO GOOD NAUTICAL
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21·22 PANAMA POSSE SEASON you are already assigned with your access credentials to the expanded
GOODNAUTICAL regions
We expect to launch a mobile offline (paid) version later this season.
Good progress being made .
17) PANAMA POSSE AREA OF OPERATION
55+ Marinas5,500 Nautical Miles16 Countries San Diego <-> Annapolis
PANAMA POSSE MARINAS
18) DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED THIS FALL
Valid Passports
– with at least 360 days left on the expiration date
Vessel Documentation
– matching the passports or if your vessel is registered as a corporation a certified letter of ownership / authorization to operate the vessel
Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence
– to operate the vessel – this is a formality but some countries authorities want to make sure that you have what it takes – you can get them from most states including this free one – testing is done online, or your ASA, US Sailing, RYA or equivalent
Third Party Liability Insurance for Marinas
– if you plan to stay at marinas you will need 3rd party liability insurance
Prescriptions
– if you have prescription drugs on board please be sure to have your valid prescriptions to match from your doctor
Pet Vaccination Records
– all the docs you can muster plus more – vaccination certificates – 15 digit international chips under their skin – rabies vaccination certificate . etc etc.
and most controversial of all …
PROOF OF COVID VACCINATION
– this may not be mandatory (yet) but it will make your journey a whole lot easier and reduce quarantine costs, reduce testing requirements, and reduce frictions at borders (on both entry and exit )
19) SATELLITE CHARTS
With 56 GIG’s of charts for participants thanks to Rob Murray to download them visit https://panamaposse.com/charts
- Once trained we will need volunteers to create chartlets for
- JAMAICA
- BELIZE
- TURKS AND CAICOS
- FLORIDA KEYS
- CUBA
- ROATAN
- MEXICO YUCATAN
- BAHAMAS
20) PANAMA POSSE MARINAS SPONSORS
🇺🇸 California Yacht Marina, San Diego, Chula Vista, USA
🇲🇽 Marina Coral, Ensenada – Mexico
🇲🇽 IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina de la Paz – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina Puerto Escondido – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina el Cid – Mazatlan – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta – Mexico Marina
🇲🇽 PANAMA POSSE HQ – Marina Puerto de La Navidad
🇲🇽 Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa – Mexico Marina
🇲🇽 La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco – Mexico Marina
🇲🇽 Vicente’s Moorings, Acapulco – Mexico Mooring
🇲🇽 Marina Chiapas – Mexico Marina Chiapas
🇬🇹 Marina Pez Vela – Guatemala Marina Chiapas
🇸🇻 Marina Bahia del Sol – El Salvador Marina Bahia del Sol
🇸🇻 La Palma Moorings – Bahia del Sol, El Salvador Mooring
🇳🇮 Marina Puesta del Sol – Nicaragua Marina Puesta del Sol
🇨🇷 Marina Papagayo – Costa Rica Marina Papagayo
🇨🇷 Marina Pez Vela – Costa Rica Marina Pez Vela
🇨🇷 Marina Bahia Golfito – Costa Rica Marina Bahia Golfito
🇨🇷 Banana Bay Marina – Costa Rica Banana Bay Marina
🇪🇨 Marina Puerto Amistad, Ecuador 01
🇵🇦 PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina – Panama
🇵🇦 Shelter Bay Marina – Panama
🇵🇦 IGY Red Frog Marina – Panama
🇵🇦 Bocas Marina – Panama Bocas Marina
🇵🇦 Linton Bay Marina – Panama Linton Bay Marina
🇨🇴 ClubNautico Cartagena – Colombia
🇨🇴 Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena – Colombia
🇨🇴 Marina Puerto Velero – Colombia
🇨🇴 IGY Marina Santa Marta – Colombia
🇯🇲 Royal Jamaica Yacht Club – Jamaica
🇯🇲 Errol Flynn Marina – Jamaica
🇯🇲 Montego Bay Yacht Club –Jamaica
🇰🇾 The Barcadere Marina –Cayman Islands
🇭🇳 Barefoot Cay Marina – Roatan – Honduras
🇭🇳 Fantasy Island Marina – Roatan – Honduras
🇭🇳 Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan – Honduras
🇬🇹 Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard – Guatemala
🇧🇿 Thunderbirds Marine – Placencia – Belize
🇲🇽 Marina Makax – Isla Mujeres – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina V&V – Quintana Roo – Mexico
🇲🇽 Marina El Cid – Cancún – Riviera Maya – Mexico
🇨🇺 Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo – Cuba
🇹🇨 South Bank Marina & Boatyard – Turks and Caicos
🇧🇸 Romora Bay Resort and Marina – Bahamas
🇧🇸 Elizabeth on the Bay Marina – Bahamas
🇧🇸 Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina – Bahamas
🇺🇸 Marathon Marina – Marathon Keys, FL, USA
🇺🇸 Pier 66 Hotel & Marina – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
🇺🇸 IGY Marina at Ortega Landing – Jacksonville, FL
🇺🇸 Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. – Georgia
🇺🇸 Windmill Harbour Marina – Hilton Head South Carolina
🇺🇸 Coffee Bluff Marina – Savannah Georgia
🇺🇸 Hazzard Marine – Gerogetown, North Carolina
🇺🇸 Holden Beach – Town Dock, North Carolina
🇺🇸 Portside Marina – Morehead City, North Carolina
🇺🇸 Tide Water Marina – Portsmouth, VA
🇺🇸 Ocean Yacht Marina– Portsmouth, VA
🇺🇸 York River Yacht Haven – Virginia , USA
🇺🇸 Yorktown Riverwalk Landing – Virginia USA
21) PANAMA POSSE SPONSORS
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SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES
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PREDICT WIND
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SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
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HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
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HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO
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YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
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FLOR DE CAÑA
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CALIFORNIA YACHT MARINA
22) SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES, SAN DIEGO
We are happy to announce that also this year we will be partnering with SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES SAN DIEGO
Premier Luxury Tender & Outboard Motor Dealership
Shelter Island Inflatables is a full service dealership featuring authorized parts, sales, and service for Mercury, Suzuki Marine, Novurania, Inmar Inflatable Boats, Williams Jet Tenders, & Highfield.
Shelter Island Inflatables has moved its location to 2727 Shelter Island Dr. “Under the Brigantine restaurant”
Showroom: 619-222-1200 Service Yard: 619-269-5702
We are a full-service dealership for authorized parts, sales, and service for inflatable dinghies and tenders. We have an expert sales and service team specializing in outboard motors.
CONTACT
David@shelterislandinflatables.com
2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
Shelter Island Inflatables
23) PANAMA CANAL AGENT
CENTENARIO CONSULTING ERICK GALVEZ
To arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Panama Posse and the Pacific Posse
Erick Gálvez
Erick Gálvez
info@centenarioconsulting.com
www.centenarioconsulting.com
Cellphone +507 6676-1376
WhatsApp +507 6676-1376
Erick
24) GOOD NAUTICAL SPOT
PLAY VENAO PANAMAONLY FEW MILES FROM PUNTA MALA
In Benao getting the stuffing kicked out of us. Fourth day waiting for Papagayos, or whatever they’re called here, to give us a break. Swells big, too. We were able to make a dinghy landing once and got diesel with the assistance of Alexis, the gardener at Villa Marina resort. 30 usd and it was about a 30 min drive both ways. Diesel was $2.88 so at the end of the day, cost us about $100 for 25 gal. Can be a rough anchorage, so time your weather. We did, but weather gribs lie. Hoping to get going for final approach to Panama City Sunday or Monday. S/V Myla
Venao arround the corner from Punta Mala
Can have southerly swell – so if you see a lot of surfers – buckle up – watch a group of rocks on the port side as you approach the entrance to the bay at 07°24.6033’N 080°12.885′ W
25) STRATEGIC PARTNERS
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SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION
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Vicente’s Moorings – Acapulco – Mexico
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ONESAILS MEXICO – Puerto Vallarta – Mexico
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Park Avenue Villas – San Juan del Sur – Nicaragua
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Coconutz – Playa Cocos – Costa Rica
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Abernathy – Chandlery – Panama
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Advertising Partners – Las Vegas
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Safe-Esteem.com – Delaware
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Pacific Posse
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