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Rancho Leonero

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Eastcape
Buena Vista , Mexico
(800) 646-2252

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The stone-walled hotel organizes dives at Cabo Pulmo, Baja's only living coral reef, populated by whale sharks and manatees.

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From Travel + Leisure , NOV 2003

The place to stay is Rancho Leonero. Think macho at John and Jennifer Ireland's 350-acre ranch. This low-key hideout once attracted the likes of Errol Flynn and Bing Crosby, who landed on the private airstrip ready to fish, drink, and dabble in R&R not endorsed by Hollywood's then prudish production code. World-class fishing in the Sea of Cortés remains the focus here, although downing tequila shots in the bar runs a close second. The 18 thatched-roof bungalows are boot-camp basic—fans...MORE>>

– Shane Mitchell The Best of Baja

Last updated November 2003

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