I set off from the anchorage on December 10th just as dawn broke around 6 AM, filled with anticipation to reunite with Logan and Cash in Vancouver. Alex kindly remained behind to oversee the boat, as leaving it unattended in the harbor is unwise due to the strong currents and the regular occurrence of the anchored boats performing the ‘La Paz Waltz’. After catching the bus, I reached Los Cabo airport about three hours later, enjoying a picturesque ride through quaint villages.  As soon as I touched down in Vancouver, I was greeted by a brisk change in temperature under clear skies. My mom welcomed me at the airport, and we spent a wonderful evening reconnecting. The following day was packed with joyful family moments, festive holiday shopping, and dinner with friends, all culminating in my trip back to the airport with Logan and Cash for our flight to La Paz, a whirlwind journey that took me to Vancouver and back in under 72 hours.

After an early morning and long flight on December 12 from Vancouver to La Paz, we made a delightful pit stop in Todos Santos for lunch on the drive to La Paz. Such a charming town with incredible food at the restaurant. Cash chose the grilled octopus to our surprise 🐙 The next day, we eagerly took Logan and Cash on a tour of La Paz, enjoying leisurely strolls along the vibrant malecón, visits to the ice cream parlour, exploring local shops, uncovering the unique treasures of the markets, and gathering supplies for our boat. This preparation was all in anticipation of an exciting week of adventures on the breathtaking nearby islands of Espíritu Santos and Partida, where a wealth of new experiences awaited us.