<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="destination.xslt"?><destination_content id="LTO" author="Apple Vacations" title="Destination Content" version="1.0" generated="21-Sep-2005 10:45.38 EDT"><general_info title="General Destination Information"><gg_content_a datatype="image" title="Weather Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_sun.gif</gg_content_a><gg_content_b datatype="text" title="Weather Text">Loreto has 360 days of clear skies, with an average temperature around 80° F. Winter temperatures range from the low 60s to upper 70s, while the summer temperatures climb to the high 90s.</gg_content_b><gg_content_c datatype="image" title="Destination Photo">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/main_dest_lto_1.jpg</gg_content_c><gg_content_d datatype="text" title="Destination Name">Loreto</gg_content_d><gg_content_e datatype="text" title="Destination Description">&lt;B&gt;Discover the Undiscovered&lt;/B&gt; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;P&gt;Loreto lies on the southern Baja peninsula at the sprawling beaches and warm waters of Mar de Contes. Sportfishing in the Sea of Cortez is world-famous. Known as the Dorado (mahi-mahi) capital. Scuba diving in Loreto is a unique and exciting experience the wide variety of marine fish and aquatic life here is astonishing. A few miles offshore there are islands for divers to explore. But the fun isn&apos;t limited to just fishermen and divers. Spend a day exploring the colonial town of Loreto. Visit the Misión Nuestra Señora de Loreto and local museum in the center of town. Explore the local shops or enjoy snorkeling excursions and day trips to the outer islands. Loreto even has its own 18-hole, par 72 golf course.</gg_content_e><gg_content_f datatype="image" title="Destination Map">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/map_dest_lto.jpg</gg_content_f></general_info><destination_hotels title="Hotels In Destination"><hg_content_a title="Loreto"><hotel_list_item title="211635"><hotel_name datatype="text" title="Hotel Name">Camino Real Loreto</hotel_name><marketing_info datatype="text" title="Marketing Info">All-Inclusive</marketing_info><marketing_info datatype="text" title="Marketing Info">Value Plus</marketing_info><description datatype="text" title="Hotel Description">Located on a secluded cove with beach and wading pools. A perfect playground for both children and adults ' for deep sea fishing,...</description><rating datatype="hotelrating" title="Hotel Rating"><hotel_rating_type>A</hotel_rating_type><hotel_rating_number>5</hotel_rating_number><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon></rating><photo datatype="image" title="Hotel Photo">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lto_211635paa_t.jpg</photo></hotel_list_item><hotel_list_item title="211864"><hotel_name datatype="text" title="Hotel Name">The Whales Inn Beach &amp; Golf Resort</hotel_name><marketing_info datatype="text" title="Marketing Info">All-Inclusive</marketing_info><marketing_info datatype="text" title="Marketing Info">Value Plus</marketing_info><description datatype="text" title="Hotel Description">This All-Inclusive resort offers a variety of sports and fun-filled activities and features a variety of dining options, from the...</description><rating datatype="hotelrating" title="Hotel Rating"><hotel_rating_type>A</hotel_rating_type><hotel_rating_number>4</hotel_rating_number><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon><hotel_rating_icon datatype="image" title="Hotel Rating Icon">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gif</hotel_rating_icon></rating><photo datatype="image" title="Hotel Photo">http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lto_211864paa_t.jpg</photo></hotel_list_item></hg_content_a></destination_hotels><destination_about title="About Destination"><ag_content_a title="Things To Do &amp; See"/><ag_content_b title="Travel Information"><airport datatype="text" title="Airport Info">Travel to and from Loreto uses the &lt;b&gt;Municipal Airport, Loreto&lt;/b&gt;.</airport><taxes datatype="text" title="Departure Taxes">Departure taxes are generally &lt;b&gt;$16.00 US&lt;/b&gt;</taxes><rental_cars datatype="text" title="Rental Cars">In order to rent a car in Mexico, you must be at least 25 years of age, hold a valid driver&apos;s license and a major credit card. Car rentals are widely available at the airport, at rental agencies and in most hotels and resorts. Vehicle selections include jeeps, convertible Volkswagen bugs, air conditioned sedans and even minivans, and car insurance is generally included in the rental. Some rental companies may offer lower rates for weekly rentals, and some include free mileage. Generally pick-up and delivery is furnished free of charge.</rental_cars><currency datatype="text" title="Local Currency">The currency in Loreto is the &lt;b&gt;Mexican Peso&lt;/b&gt;.</currency><proof_of_citizenship datatype="text" title="Required Proof Of Citizenship">Valid U.S. passport or state-issued birth certificate with raised seal and photo I.D. back up.</proof_of_citizenship><minors datatype="text" title="Traveling With Minors">Minors traveling with only one parent or adults other than their parents must have a notarized letter from the absent parent(s) authorizing them to be taken out of the country.  If the parent is deceased, a copy of the death certificate will be required for check in at the airport.</minors><tips datatype="text" title="Tips">A 10% to 15% tip is the general rule, porters normally receive $1.00 per bag.</tips></ag_content_b><ag_content_c title="Special Notes" datatype="text"/><ag_content_d title="Wedding Requirements" datatype="text">Only civil ceremonies are recognized, and there is no residency requirement. Marriages occur at the Civil Registrar&apos;s office (fees range from $100-$200), both parties must have a birth certificate or passport, a tourist card, divorce decree (if applies).</ag_content_d></destination_about></destination_content>