Klee,
I have had three different boats in the Sea of Cortez over the last 8 years. I just returned to the USA in August due to Covid closures and regulations down there (the islands were closed to tourists even though nobody lives on them, no anchoring allowed at the fishing villages). Anyway, you will LOVE it down there. Plan on spending at least a couple of years exploring down there. As mentioned, the people are gracious and generous, the food is amazing, and things are pretty cheap. A beer in a bar is usually about $1.25-50 usd.
I also speak very little spanish, but get by just fine down there. With the vaccinations coming along, and the fact that I have already had Covid once, I am planning tentatively on returning to La Paz in the fall of this year. I can hardly wait
Enjoy, and keep us posted on your progress. BTW, that is a beautiful new boat
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Cheers, Bill