An adventure-loving mother finds halcyon days with her children in unexpected places.

Nestled on the end of Troncones Beach, this five-bedroom house is a gem.

The ribeye is enormous and delicious, and the burger belongs in heaven’s cafeteria.

Family looking in the tide pools along the beach in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Credit: Marissa Hermer

But most of all I need to write a love letter to the Panaderia.

El Panaderia bites deep.

Lo Serenowas a surprise to stumble upon.

Family visit to EL Panaderia in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Marissa Hermer

A five-minute beach walk from Casa Chulada, this boutique hotel marries Ibiza chill and Balinese escapism.

We relaxed with sunset beachside cocktails set to music while the kidlets played in the waves.

Without any financial support from the government, they rely on tourists to continue to support their turtle-hatching farm.

Children on surfboard in the ocean in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Marissa Hermer

In 10 years' time, these Golfina turtles will return to this same beach.

Call him for a leisurely afternoon of finding your zen state in the surf.

La Playa Ropa is the Richard Scarry of beaches.

Young boy watches woman make tortillas. Young girl holds bowl of baby turtles. Both in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Marissa Hermer

Massages on the beach!

Coconuts in the sand!

This beach has it all.

Young boy carrying bags of fresh fruit. Two young boys catch and inspect fish. Both in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Marissa Hermer

It’s an easy 30 minutes away from Troncones for a morning of activities.

In cities, time seems to be my enemy, as there is so much I want to do.

In Troncones, time was our ally.

The rhythm of the place is an invitation to get lost to find.

For a young family, the opportunity to connect is priceless.

I could lie to you and keep this place a secret, but then that would be cruel.

So c’mon you bold adventurer, go!

Marissa Hermer is co-founder ofBoujis Group, which owns and operatesThe Draycott,Olivetta, andIssimarestaurants in Los Angeles.