Jolly travels to Oaxaca in search of a "blissed-out Mexican beach dream" -- a coastal Mexico without the tourist trappings. The hard-to-reach area has a diverse assortment of towns, from the "resort that never was" in Huatulco to Playa Principal, where shirt and shoes are optional. Then there's Zicatela, with its laid-back, multicultural feel and easy friendliness, and Mazunte and Playa Ventanilla, where ecotourism and conservation strike a fragile balance. Jolly obviously loves his adventures, despite the general lack of modern amenities, and his excitement is infectious.
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