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Exploring the World, Mexico 4: Introduction to Acapulco and Taxco
directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 23 mins
The quaint plazas and leisurely pace of life lures us to Taxco and the abundance of silver products entices us to shop! This is the silver capital of Mexico, with 60 mines still in operation and many skilled silver artisans offering their wares. The silver is mined, refined, and formed into bars from which the art...
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directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 23 mins
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The quaint plazas and leisurely pace of life lures us to Taxco and the abundance of silver products entices us to shop! This is the silver capital of Mexico, with 60 mines still in operation and many skilled silver artisans offering their wares. The silver is mined, refined, and formed into bars from which the artisans create silver goods ranging from the purely ornamental to the practical, and craftsmen begin as apprentices to learn the traditio...
The quaint plazas and leisurely pace of life lures us to Taxco and the abundance of silver products entices us to shop! This is the silver capital of Mexico, with 60 mines still in operation and many skilled silver artisans offering their wares. The silver is mined, refined, and formed into bars from which the artisans create silver goods ranging from the purely ornamental to the practical, and craftsmen begin as apprentices to learn the traditional process. We learn about the distinguishing marks and standards on the bottom of silver products after visiting Santa Prisca Church, an impressive Baroque building with a stunning interior built by the French silver baron Jose de la Borda. We also visit Arch Avenue where native crafts are sold, and then we venture to the city of Acapulco. Water activities, lush vegetation, golf courses, and sunshine 360 days each year draw tourists from other parts of Mexico and around the world to this resort area. One of the main attractions is the La Quebrada Cliff Divers, professionals who dive from dizzying heights into a narrow inlet after praying at a shrine to the Virgin of Guadalupe. After a day of outdoor fun, save some energy for a night of dancing in one of the many clubs that dot the city or attend a performance of a local dance or native ceremony to complete your visit to Acapulco.
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Content Type
Documentary
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Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013
Author / Creator
Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999, Sandra Neil
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Chip Taylor Communications
Series
Exploring the World
Topic / Theme
Vacation spots, Travel, Tourist attractions, Resorts, International Travel
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Copyright © 2013 by Chip Taylor Communications
Type of Travel
Resorts, International Travel
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Exploring the World, Mexico 5 - Acapulco
directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 22 mins
Acapulco, called the "Riviera of the West" is Mexico's oldest, largest, and one of its most popular, seaside resorts. Enjoying a romantic and glorious history, it is a twenty-four hour, non-stop city, with glamour, glitz and pure luxury. In this program we share in the Mexican flavor and tradition that makes this...
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directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 22 mins
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Acapulco, called the "Riviera of the West" is Mexico's oldest, largest, and one of its most popular, seaside resorts. Enjoying a romantic and glorious history, it is a twenty-four hour, non-stop city, with glamour, glitz and pure luxury. In this program we share in the Mexican flavor and tradition that makes this city one of the most exciting places in the world. At Playa Revolcadero, horseback riding along with surfing is popular on this white s...
Acapulco, called the "Riviera of the West" is Mexico's oldest, largest, and one of its most popular, seaside resorts. Enjoying a romantic and glorious history, it is a twenty-four hour, non-stop city, with glamour, glitz and pure luxury. In this program we share in the Mexican flavor and tradition that makes this city one of the most exciting places in the world. At Playa Revolcadero, horseback riding along with surfing is popular on this white sandy beach; also parasailing provides a spectacular birds-eye view of the Sierra Mountains. Cliff divers have thrilled visitors since the 1930s by diving off La Quebrada cliffs into the surf 12 stories below. In the old part of town, flea markets are a popular shopping attraction with more than 500 booths and items such as pottery and jewelry from the state of Guerrero; also family and friends spend Thursday afternoons eating pazole, a mixture of chicken and pork stew. Since seafood is plentiful, 75% of the residents here are employed in the fishing industry. Lastly, we witness a rain ceremony, a gravity-defying, ancient Indian ritual, which is still performed today for tourists.
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Date Written / Recorded
2013
Field of Study
Travel
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013
Author / Creator
Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999, Sandra Neil
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Chip Taylor Communications
Series
Exploring the World
Topic / Theme
Tourist attractions, Vacations, Travel, Resorts, International Travel
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by Chip Taylor Communications
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Resorts, International Travel
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Exploring the World, Panama Canal Cruise
directed by Tony Herrington, fl. 2013; presented by Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013 and Mieke DeBoer, fl. 1972; produced by Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 24 mins
This program takes viewers on one of the most memorable cruises a person can ever experience - a voyage through history and the Panama Canal. This 10-hour cruise from ocean to ocean is a sailing experience like none other. Here we learn how the U.S. purchased the canal from France and was able to overcome numerous...
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directed by Tony Herrington, fl. 2013; presented by Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013 and Mieke DeBoer, fl. 1972; produced by Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 24 mins
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This program takes viewers on one of the most memorable cruises a person can ever experience - a voyage through history and the Panama Canal. This 10-hour cruise from ocean to ocean is a sailing experience like none other. Here we learn how the U.S. purchased the canal from France and was able to overcome numerous dangers to create one of the greatest engineering marvels of the modern world; it officially opened in 1914. Aboard Holland America, o...
This program takes viewers on one of the most memorable cruises a person can ever experience - a voyage through history and the Panama Canal. This 10-hour cruise from ocean to ocean is a sailing experience like none other. Here we learn how the U.S. purchased the canal from France and was able to overcome numerous dangers to create one of the greatest engineering marvels of the modern world; it officially opened in 1914. Aboard Holland America, one of the oldest shipping companies in the world, having begun operations in 1873, we discover that ships must pass by three locks: Gatun, on the Atlantic side; then Pedro Miguel and Miraflores on the Pacific side, in order to travel through the canal. This trip also makes stops in Georgetown, the capital city of the Cayman Islands; San Jose, the capital city of Costa Rica; Guatemala, to visit the best preserved Mayan ruins in Tikal; and Acapulco, the largest resort city on the western coast of Mexico.
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Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013
Author / Creator
Tony Herrington, fl. 2013, Jake DeBoer, fl. 2013, Mieke DeBoer, fl. 1972
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Chip Taylor Communications
Series
Exploring the World
Topic / Theme
Tourist attractions, Vacations, International travel, International Travel, Cruises
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by Chip Taylor Communications
Type of Travel
International Travel, Cruises
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Exploring the World, Mexico 6 - Taxco, Ixtapa, and Zihuatanejo
directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 23 mins
Located on Mexico's southern Pacific Coast, Taxco, Ixtapa, and Zihuatenajo offer various alternatives to well-known Acapulco. Taxco is one of the least spoiled colonial towns in the country and was discovered by the Spanish explorer, Hernán Cortes, in the 16th century. It is famous for its silver mining industry;...
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directed by Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999; presented by Sandra Neil; produced by Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013, in Exploring the World (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2013), 23 mins
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Located on Mexico's southern Pacific Coast, Taxco, Ixtapa, and Zihuatenajo offer various alternatives to well-known Acapulco. Taxco is one of the least spoiled colonial towns in the country and was discovered by the Spanish explorer, Hernán Cortes, in the 16th century. It is famous for its silver mining industry; one site alone mines over 4,000 tons of silver daily. Also we visit Santa Prisca Cathedral, which can be seen from all over Taxco; it...
Located on Mexico's southern Pacific Coast, Taxco, Ixtapa, and Zihuatenajo offer various alternatives to well-known Acapulco. Taxco is one of the least spoiled colonial towns in the country and was discovered by the Spanish explorer, Hernán Cortes, in the 16th century. It is famous for its silver mining industry; one site alone mines over 4,000 tons of silver daily. Also we visit Santa Prisca Cathedral, which can be seen from all over Taxco; it was built in 1751 by Jose La Borda and is a beautiful example of Mexican baroque style architecture. Next we visit the exotic resort town of Ixtapa with its multi-million dollar marina, magnificent plantations and Playa Palmar, the "palm trees" beach, known for its warm surf, scuba diving, and deep-sea fishing. Then we travel six miles to explore Playa del Principal, the main beach of the remote sea village of Zihuatanejo, where local fishermen for generations have moored their colorful boats after fishing out in the scenic bay.
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Field of Study
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Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Brenda DeBoer, fl. 2013
Author / Creator
Giorgio Saturnino, fl. 1999, Sandra Neil
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Chip Taylor Communications
Series
Exploring the World
Topic / Theme
Tourist attractions, Vacations, Travel, Resorts, International Travel
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by Chip Taylor Communications
Type of Travel
Resorts, International Travel
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