Have you ever heard of Bahía de Altata? The answer is probably no, and for good reason! Only 120 miles north of Mazatlán lies the best kept secret of the Mar de Cortes. A traditional fishing village that has somehow managed to develop one of the most beautiful Marinas in Mexico – Marina & Club de Yates Isla Cortes. Nestled along a stretch of modern vacation homes that are available for visiting boaters who need a break from their voyage. One of the last surprising destinations in the Mar de Cortes, as you make your way into the enclosed bay, the ocean turns into a flat pool surrounded by mangroves that allow you to anchor at any point and enjoy a still moment. The Marina Isla Cortes stands out from the distance, with its blue and development and investment in the area. white striped watch tower that overlooks the mangroves You will be pleasantly surprised if you add Bahía de - featuring 43 state-of-the-art boat slips that can hold Altata in your itinerary for this season. Once you are boats of up to 80 feet. there, you will see what we mean. The best part is when As soon as you arrive you are welcomed by qualified you get the bill - as Bahía de Altata is one of the most staff that take care of all your boats necessities while accessible destinations in Mexico. The marina’s prices you relax in the marina’s installations or settle into one are the lowest you will find, the house rentals are a steal, of the beautiful vacation rentals. The marina’s restaurant and you have a major city only 45 minutes away - for all is one of the best in Sinaloa, with amazing seafood that that shopping you were hoping to make, or maybe just is caught fresh locally. Bahía de Altata is known for catching a doctor appointment. having some of the best shrimp in the world and year- If you plan to leave your boat in a marina for the whole round sport fishing – some of the most popular catches season, we highly recommend you consider Marina are Marlin, Sailfish and Mahi-Mahi. Isla Cortes at Bahía de Altata. Not only will your boat Probably the most unique thing about Bahía de Altata be in great hands, you will also spend half your budget is that it remains as a traditional Mexican sea village, with the combined savings of an accessible destination untouched by tourism – although it has an incredible and the cheapest flights to Mexico. infrastructure. This is due to its great shrimping Flying from Tijuana to Culiacan is a breeze, using the industry and because it is only a 45-minute drive away Cross Border Xpress (CBX) bi-national airport to cross from Culiacan, Sinaloa’s main city. So there is a lot of without stress. Also, never worry about availability, because there are 8 flights per day. Once you arrive, you will be at one of the best 2019 locations in the Mar de Cortes. You will be able to easily visit Mazatlán by boat or cross to Los Cabos, La Paz, Loreto and many more destinations. Just make sure to book before you tell your friends, as availability is limited in this new destination in the Program Mar de Cortes. CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program Office of the Commodore San Diego Yacht Club Welcome to the 2019 CUBAR Odyssey and San Diego Yacht Club! In 1886, a group of local boating enthusiasts joined together to form what has become San Diego Yacht Club and we are honored to be the hosts and starting point for the CUBAR Odyssey 2019. San Diego Yacht Club is proud to host this event and we strive to make your preparation, on-land activities and the send-off party stellar. Our members are an extremely dedicated group of volunteers led by Chair Dave Abrams, who have worked tirelessly on this event for the past year to make it a successful Odyssey. We encourage all participants, their families and visiting guests to enjoy our hospitality during your pre-voyage preparations. On behalf of the Flag Officers, Directors, members and staff, we wish you a safe and enjoyable 950 mile passage south. Jerelyn W. Biehl Commodore 1 CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program At Hotel Coral & Marina we combine the finest maritime MARINA SERVICES OVERVIEW facilities in Ensenada with 5-star hotel amenities you won’t • 350 concrete slips (30’ to 65’) find anywhere else. With 353 slips and a diesel and gasoline • End ties (64’ to 109’) fuel dock, we have the largest and best-equipped marina in • 30/50 amps shore power available the region. • Water, cable TV & free Wi-Fi • Telephone service (in some docks) Boaters will find all the conveniences of home on our mod- • Electronic dock access ern docks, including fresh water, cable TV hookups, tele- • 24/7 security guards on the docks, surveillance cameras phone service, free Wi-Fi and 30/50 amps of shore power. • Reinforced, breakwater-protected marina Electronic dock access and 24-hour security personnel also • Only fuel dock in Ensenada with filtered diesel & gas. guarantee the utmost safety. Marine chandlery, vessel main- • Free pump-out service at fuel dock tenance. • Purified water is available • Daily dock trash collection service For the ultimate in relaxation, we give Marina guests full ac- • Complimentary shuttle from docks to hotel cess to the exclusive amenities at Hotel Coral. We encourage • Dock carts visitors to take advantage of our indoor and outdoor swim- • Fish-cleaning station and BBQ area ming pools, poolside bar service, state-of-the-art fitness • Restrooms & showers center, Jacuzzis, tennis courts and restaurants. Boaters also • Laundry facility (coin operated) have their own laundromat, showers, convenience store and • Used oil & filters disposal area Cruisers Lounge with a TV and pool table. If you’re enter- • Personalized assistance & transportation service to port ing Mexico from international waters, our Dock Master will clearance offices handle all of your paperwork and provide a free shuttle to the • Free weekly shuttle service to shopping centers in down- Port Captain and Immigration Office in downtown Ensena- town Ensenada da. Also regular shuttle to local stores. • Round-trip shuttle to San Diego, CA • Private transportation service to Marina Del Rey, CA Need maintenance of your vessel? We provide a variety of • Access to 5-star resort amenities and dining convenient services, such as bottom cleaning, zinc replace- • Launch ramp & more. ment and skilled mechanical and electrical assistance. • Marina Coral welcomes CUBAR 2019. 2 CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program 3 CUBARCUBAR 2015 highOdyssey res.pdf 1 13/08/2015 2019 11:54:48 Program a.m. CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program C M Y At the Gateway to the Sea of Cortez in La Paz, Baja California Sur CM Marina CostaBaja´s protected location, concrete docks and double basin design oering controlled access to 250 prime MY slips for vessels ranging from 30 to 220 feet. CY CMY • Potable desalinized water • Secure dock boxes • Largest fuel dock in the area • K • Crew lounge • Pump out service • 24 hour security • Laundry service • CALL US NOW AND ASK FOR SPECIAL SHORT AND LONG TERM SLIP RATES TOLL FREE: 1-888-866-9394 While you are here receive preferential rates at Hotel CostaBaja Resort and Spa and our Gary Player Signature Golf Course. Visit CostaBaja, a master planned community. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez from the Golf Club´s restaurant, relax at the Beach Club or choose your future home among a variety of Condos, Villas and Townhouses. Discover the most beautiful bays, islands and marine life in what is known as "The Aquarium of the World" 4 4 CUBAR 2015 high res.pdf 1 13/08/2015 11:54:48 a.m. CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program C M Y At the Gateway to the Sea of Cortez in La Paz, Baja California Sur CM Marina CostaBaja´s protected location, concrete docks and double basin design oering controlled access to 250 prime MY slips for vessels ranging from 30 to 220 feet. CY CMY • Potable desalinized water • Secure dock boxes • Largest fuel dock in the area • K • Crew lounge • Pump out service • 24 hour security • Laundry service • CALL US NOW AND ASK FOR SPECIAL SHORT AND LONG TERM SLIP RATES TOLL FREE: 1-888-866-9394 While you are here receive preferential rates at Hotel CostaBaja Resort and Spa and our Gary Player Signature Golf Course. Visit CostaBaja, a master planned community. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez from the Golf Club´s restaurant, relax at the Beach Club or choose your future home among a variety of Condos, Villas and Townhouses. Discover the most beautiful bays, islands and marine life in what is known as "The Aquarium of the World" 5 CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program CUBAR Odyssey 2019 Program Have you ever heard of Bahía de Altata? The answer is probably no, and for good reason! Only 120 miles north of Mazatlán lies the best kept secret of the Mar de Cortes. A traditional fishing village that has somehow managed to develop one of the most beautiful Marinas in Mexico – Marina & Club de Yates Isla Cortes. Nestled along a stretch of modern vacation homes that are available for visiting boaters who need a break from their voyage. One of the last surprising destinations in the Mar de Cortes, as you make your way into the enclosed bay, the ocean turns into a flat pool surrounded by mangroves that allow you to anchor at any point and enjoy a still moment.