The main beach of San Pancho, also known as San Francisco, in the municipality of Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, was embroiled in controversy following an incident between a foreign woman and a Mexican family.
This beach, which stretches for 1.5 kilometers and is the main attraction of this coastal town, is described by visitors as a peaceful and spacious place, with soft sand and significant waves.
Despite its relaxed atmosphere and the usual interaction between locals, expats, and tourists, this recent incident has generated controversy and has been widely reported on digital platforms.
This coastline, appreciated by visitors and locals for its wide beach and waves that attract surfers, was the site of a recent incident that has generated controversy.
Foreign vacationers often highlight the benefits of this destination. A visitor from Miami describes the beach as “long and wide with big waves, soft sand, and plenty of space without the crowds,” highlighting its tranquility and welcoming atmosphere where “locals, expats, and travelers from all over” enjoy themselves together.
The ease of finding private parking near the beach is also a plus mentioned by this tourist.
Terry, from Canada, shares a similar perspective, calling the beach “beautiful to look at, walk, and listen to.” He is captivated by the “sound of the waves and the sight of the crashing waves,” appreciating the ample space available to relax with a towel or umbrella. He also mentions the presence of restaurants that cater to visitors.
However, not all reviews focus solely on tranquility. Victoria, also from Canada, notes that the water can be “rough for swimming,” though she highlights the beach’s charm for “daily walks.” Her recommendation to witness the daily sunsets underscores the natural beauty of the location.
Although she mentions the occasional presence of vendors, she indicates that a polite “no thank you” is usually enough to get them to leave.
This contrast between the positive experiences of visitors and the recent incident highlights a situation that has sparked debate in the local community and online, questioning the coexistence and respect at this Riviera Nayarit tourist destination.
What happened to the foreigner who chased away the Mexican family?
It was precisely on this public beach in San Pancho where a family originally from Banderas Bay experienced a tense situation with a foreign woman, presumably from the United States. According to the public complaint, the family was enjoying a day at the beach when they were aggressively approached by the woman.
The account describes how the foreigner, in her 60s, approached them angrily after seeing them set up in front of a property currently under construction, which even had a tarp covering it.
The family’s testimony details that the woman, in an act of harassment, even kicked one of the members’ drinks, demanding they leave the area. Her argument was based on an alleged paid concession for the beach area.
Despite their surprise and discomfort, the family tried to reason, remembering the public nature of beaches in Mexico. However, the foreigner’s behavior continued, prompting the family to record the incident as evidence of the situation they were experiencing.
In their account, the family expressed their astonishment at the woman’s possessive behavior regarding the beach, ignoring Mexican laws that guarantee public access to the shoreline. They also expressed concern about the foreigner’s statements, who had warned that once the construction was completed, she would block access to the beach, even in the vicinity of her property.
Source: tribunadelabahia
