As we make our plans to leave Mazatlan the week of April 12th, we find ourselves in the middle of Semana Santa (Holy Week) or Easter week.
This is a popular time for families from all over Mexico to take a beach vacation. Mazatlan is getting very crowded right now and there are live bands along the Malecon and a general party atmosphere. They figure an additional 40,000 people will be in the city this week. There are many umbrellas starting to go up on the beaches, as families enjoy the ocean.
With the violence that has recently hit Mazatlan, many had thought families wouldn't come this year, but it's looking like they're coming anyway. The government has sent in additional military, ie Army, Navy, Municipal Police, Federal Police, lifeguards and other entities to help keep the city safe. However, we continue to hear of incidents on a daily basis.
We just hope and pray the families will be safe this week and be able to enjoy their beach vacation.
Happy Easter to you all.
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