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Diamonds International® to be Title Sponsor for Taste of Playa 2011!
2011-10-18 18:56:00
Taste of Playa's Executive Committee is very pleased to announce that Diamonds International ® has been named as the title sponsor for the third annual Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya's premier culinary festival. Diamonds International® Taste of Playa will be held on November 20, 2011 in Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean. Diamonds International®, with more than 125 locations in the Caribbean, Mexico and United States, is the largest duty free jeweler in the world. Renowned for their top-caliber customer service, extensive selection of quality merchandise and value pricing, Diamonds International® has pioneered the art of duty free shopping in the Caribbean and online. Diamonds International® offers a wonderful selection of classic, fashionable and modern fine jewelry from some of the most sought after designers in the world, all crafted by master jewelers who understand the true meaning of quali...
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A Message from Centro Ecologico Akumal (CEA)
2011-10-18 13:00:00
What follows is an important message from the Centro Ecologico in Akumal. It has been posted in its entirety. For more information, important updates and to find out how you can help marine conservation efforts in Akumal and all along the Riviera Maya, visit the CEA website or follow CEA on Facebook.CENTRO ECOLÓGICO AKUMAL (CEA)MARINE PROTECTIONWe would like to let the Akumal community know that Centro Ecológico Akumal (Akumal Ecological Center) is working hard on important environmental issues that will affect the future of this unique region, with a focus on establishing an officially protected marine area.As you are all aware, the economy is suffering worldwide and the image of our area is being threatened by the perception of Mexico as an unsafe destination.The property owned by the Ecological Center has a very strategic location facing Akumal Bay and it is one of the first properties that visitors see as they come into Akumal. CEA's property encompasses the la...
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A New Cooking School in Playa del Carmen
2011-10-14 18:37:00
The list of reasons to visit the Riviera Maya just keeps getting longer and longer!  Co.Cos Cocina Cosmopolita Cooking School has made a huge splash in Playa del Carmen , getting rave reviews from local residents and visitors alike! After hearing from friends and fellow foodies that a new cooking school was opening up in Playa, I knew I would have to try it out.Co.Cos' owner/founder Coty Villarreal is an accomplished Chef and student of the world. After traveling extensively though Europe and Asia, including an extended stay in Thailand, she brought her collected knowledge back to her home country, Mexico, armed with a passion to share her experiences with like-minded home cooks. It is this passion and Coty's effervescent personality that is the heart and soul of Co.Co's Cocina Cosmopolita and what makes the learning experience unique.This is actually my third visit to Coty's cooking school. My first class was in July, a birthday present to myself, and a wonderfu...

New ONDARTE Artist Residency Program Begins in Akumal
2011-10-14 13:00:00
Applications are now being accepted at ONDARTE Artist Residency Program in Akumal, Mexico. ONDARTE was born from the desire to support international artists and promote cultural exchange between creators from all walks of life. Alec Von Bargen, the founder of ONDARTE, is an artist. Maribel Bianchi, the residency director is an artist at heart who has been surrounded by art and artists her entire life. The new ONDARTE Artist Residence offers a pristine environment in the heart of the Riviera Maya, perfect for the interaction of artists with nature. ONDARTE'S grounds are spread out over 2 hectares. The area is comprised of the living quarters, open-air working areas, temperature controlled storage rooms, a communal kitchen/dining area and tranquil relaxation areas set around the swimming pool and tropical gardens. Artists have full access to the grounds so that they may create wherever they feel inspired. The facility has furnished suites for the artists in residence, all wit...

Top 10 Take-Aways from the Social Media Boot Camp
2011-10-10 13:00:00
 "Accomplished: A room full of people who are passionate about tourism and social media." So tweeted Arianna Bañuelos from her @AryCancun twitter account at the close of the first ever Social Media Boot Camp for Riviera Maya Tourism. Looking around the room, I see people putting the finishing touches on their notes, asking questions, exchanging email address and twitter handles. Each one of them looks tired but happy.  I have come away with a notebook full of information, cemented some friendships and made new relationships with smart motivated people working in this region. We all represent different industries and interests but each of shares the desire to promote Riviera Maya as a destination and increase commerce within the region. We also seem to share a passion for learning and a willingness to share our collective knowledge and experiences. Without giving away the farm, here are my personal Top 10 Takeaways from Kay Walten's Social Media Boot ...

Kay Walten's Social Media Boot Camp for Riviera Maya Tourism!
2011-10-09 00:35:00
Wow. Just wow! I knew I was going to come away with some good info when I registered for Kay Walten's Social Media Boot Camp for Tourism but after reviewing more than 10 pages of notes I am seriously appreciating the value of the information she is sharing with us. For those of you who don't know her, Kay Walten and her husband Gary came to the Riviera Maya way back in the late 1980's, when the area of pristine beaches and jungle south of Cancun was referred to, unceremoniously, as the Cancun-Tulum corridor. It's a good thing some bright DMO (Destination Marketing Organization) came up with a more elegant name, dubbing it the Riviera Maya and hereafter making our marketing efforts infinitely easier. Gary and Kay began their life in this new, virtually undiscovered area leading tours of cave divers through the mystical cenotes that are now so famous in this region. To supplement their income and to provide added value to their guests, they began offering vacation rent...

Keeping Fruits and Veggies Fresh Without Plastics!
2011-10-07 18:50:00
One of the great things about living in Playa del Carmen is that we have access to great fresh fruits and veggies year round. Some, the staples like onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and limes, to name just a few, are remarkably inexpensive. Others, the more exotic treats that are shipped in from the US and Canada, can get pretty pricey and may only appear for a few days at a time in DAC, Chedraui or Soriana. If you are going to spend good money on fresh produce you want to eliminate as much waste as possible, right?  What is the best way to keep our fruits and veggies crisp and delicious in a climate that turns bananas brown before I can get them home from the store? We are fortunate enough to live in a region of Mexico where electricity and refrigeration is plentiful (albeit expensive) and for many produce items that is the best option. Others require a cool (but not refrigerated) dark space to rest until they are consumed. That I find to be challenging here in the tropics of the R...
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Don't Miss the 9th Annual Festival de la Tortuga Marina!
2011-09-30 17:44:00
The 9th annual Sea Turtle Festival is scheduled for October 13 - 16 2011 in Tulum.  The Festival de la Tortuga Marina is a free event whose mission is to raise awareness in residents and tourists alike about sea turtle protection. This event will provide information about these magnificent creatures that are in danger of extinction, There will be arts, environmental and cultural events and activities related to the conservation of sea turtles. Information will also be available about the many organizations working to preserve the sea turtles and how you can contribute. This is a wonderful family event that should not be missed if you are in the area. To protect the Sea Turtles during the nesting period (May through October) the following is recommended: Avoid all types of lighting on the beach, including flash photography. Do not leave objects such as chairs, lounge chairs, garbage on the beach.Avoid building sand castles, walls or fences that may impede the turtles pat...
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9th Annual Riviera Maya Jazz Fest Posts Preliminary Line-Up
2011-09-20 19:41:00
Plans are being made and performers booked for the 9th Annual Riviera Maya Jazz Fest ival to be held November 24 - 26 2011 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The Riviera Maya Jazz Festival combines the best international jazz musicians with the world renowned beaches and cosmopolitan atmosphere of Playa del Carmen. Three nights of great Jazz under the moonlit sky, on the beach and best of all, admission is FREE! More performers and bands are yet to be confirmed but this is the preliminary line-up as it stands right now. Thursday Nov. 24 Natalia Lafourcade Jeff Lorber Randy Brecker Friday Nov. 25 Aguamala John Anderson Stanley Clarke Saturday Nov. 26 Alex Otaola Richard Bona Yellowjackets         For more information about the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, contact: mili@rivieramayajazzfestival.com or visit the official website. Updates can also be found on the festival Facebook page and on Twitter!       
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The Fairmont Mayakoba Introduces "Appetite for Luxury" Package
2011-09-17 04:30:00
At The Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya hotel, the first course is value. This fall, the AAA Five Diamond resort is introducing "Appetite for Luxury ", a savory all-inclusive Playa del Carmen vacation package highlighting the resort's award-winning cuisine.With an abundance of unique dining options and the ease of having an entire meal plan prearranged, this exciting Riviera Maya package allows guests to savor each of Fairmont Mayakoba's delicious culinary options without missing a beat. From snacks by the pool to seaside ceviche and prime cuts at dinner, all food and beverage services are included. Guests can even choose to dine at the area's only oceanfront AAA Four Diamond Playa del Carmen restaurant, Las Brisas -- adding an unforgettable experience to the culinary aspect of their journey.When reserving this Riviera Maya vacation package, families can be certain that both fun and food are taken care of. Children up to five years old enjoy complimentary food an...

1st Annual Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival Announced for March
2011-09-05 14:35:00
Great news for foodies in Quintana Roo! The First Annual Cancun -Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival has been announced for March 15-18, 2012. It's a culinary all-star line up with such notable Chefs as Jacques Pepin, Patricia Quintana, Aaron Sanchez, Ingrid Hoffman and the incomparable Ferran Adria among many others! Festival highlights will include an 8 course molecular gastronomy dinner prepared by top Mexican chefs who worked and studied under Adria's tutelage at his world famous "elBulli" in Spain paired with the finest Spanish wines selected especially for this event. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for gourmands and oenophiles alike!       The Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival 2012 will hold over 30 innovative events for lovers of wine, food, music and culture in Cancun:   Celebrity Chef and Winemaker Dinners Including two tributes dinners: One to Mexico, designated by UNESCO as “Masterpiece of t...

2011 Back to School Wishlist from Hekab Be Library in Akumal
2011-09-03 14:30:00
One of our favorite local not for profits, Hekab Be Library in Akumal, has published their annual "Back to School " Wishlist and we would like to help by sharing this with our "Life's a Beach" readers. We so often receive inquiries from customers and friends traveling to the Riviera Maya wondering what they can bring for the local school children in the region and how it will reach the intended recipients. The staff and volunteers at Hekab Be Library have been working with local children in this area for over 12 years and we were pleased to include them as a featured charity in our "12 Days/12 Ways" series which debuted last year.  If you would like to make a contribution or just stop in to say hello, the library is located on the road going into Akumal (the beach side). The library hours during the school year are as follows: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm (closed 1-2:30 pm for lunch) Wed. 12 - 5:30 pm (closed 1-2:30 pm for lunch...

Sign Up Now for "Explore Tourism™ Social Media Boot Camp 2011"
2011-08-16 13:11:00
 Explore Tourism™ Social Media Boot Camp 2011, Cancun-Riviera Maya, is a new marketing seminar that focuses on social media and social media marketing for the tourism industry in Mexico.  This two-day seminar will discuss tourism marketing and how social media can be used effectively by travel & tourism businesses.  This seminar is an invaluable information resource that includes lessons and strategies to further social media marketing efforts of individual businesses while increasing the strategic use of travel and tourism marketing for the area.  Mexico is in the process of winning the battle against negative press. Social media and the use of social networks has assisted in overcoming some challenging international press. It is through the use of social media and social networks that travel and tourism businesses can work for themselves and together to promote destinations, activities, hospitality options, tourism attractions and Mexico as a to...
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Agua de Pepino con Ginebre
2011-07-25 18:08:00
Surprise, surprise. It is summer in Playa del Carmen and it's hot. According to the status updates in my Facebook news feed, it is not as hot as the summer our friends and family are experiencing in the northeastern United States, so I will try not to minge and complain too much. After 7 years living on the Riviera Maya,  we have actually become quite acclimated to hot and sticky weather and have a wide variety of coping techniques to get through the occasional scorcher. Because we are all out working, playing and exercising in the heat, staying hydrated is always a top priority. We have made huge strides over the past year to focus on our health and and quality of life and so, I do my best to avoid "sports drinks" and powdered drink mixes whenever possible. At home, I have been experimenting with different "agua de frutas" (literally translated as fruit waters) to keep our thirsts quenched. "Agua de frutas" or "agua de sabores" can b...

Pony Camp in Playa del Carmen!
2011-07-05 14:00:00
Monday morning, my kids jumped feet first into their summer vacation, arriving bright and early at the barn for the first day of Pony Camp . Trainer and club owner Paco Magellon has been running this camp during the school vacations and it is something all the young riders in Playa del Carmen look forward to. Paco is so terrific with the kids and he has passed this special gift along to his son Diego who will be assisting him during this summer session. Monday is a day off for the horses so this morning the group learned how to groom a horse from nose to tail. "Brisa" was a patient subject, standing quietly while each of the children took a turn currying, brushing and picking hooves. The kids started to learn a bit about the anatomy of the horse and how to care for these majestic beasts. Later on in the day, as the temperature soared, they all cooled off in the cenote!    So far, it's a nice mix of Hipico Playa del Carmen students and a few new children j...

Playa del Carmen 4th of July Party at Wicky's Beach Club!
2011-06-30 20:14:00
Looking for a place to celebrate the 4th of July with your family and friends in Playa del Carmen ? Don't miss the annual 4th of July Celebration and BBQ at Wicky's Restaurant and Beach Club ! The festivities begin at noon with live music starting at 1:30pm and FIREWORKS at dusk! Wicky's famous Beach BBQ Buffet will be open from 2pm - 7pm. This is an event that is not to be missed if you are visitor or an expat from the US you will be sure to have a great time!   
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Summer Camp Programs Playa del Carmen 2011
2011-06-22 14:11:00
On the Riviera Maya, summer is now upon us and summer vacation is just around the corner. For many families, the school break means travel! Many will take this time to travel to see their families scattered across Mexico. Others will depart for cooler climates in the US, Europe and Canada. For those staying put, the challenge is always "What to do with the children?". When school is out and most of the extracurricular activities have been suspended for the summer months there is a huge gap to be filled in the daily lives of our young ones. Many families, especially those with two working parents, will be looking for fun summer programs to fill the time for their restless nin@s. Fortunately, there are some nice options for children of all ages to keep them active and occupied until classes start up again at the end of August. These are a few of the programs and summer camps that  we have found for kids living in Playa del Carmen and all across the Mayan Riviera. Whet...
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Help Your Dog Beat the Heat!
2011-06-18 13:00:00
Special thanks to my good friend Tacogirl and the SAGA Humane Society of San Pedro Belize for allowing me to reprint this article which addresses an important seasonal issue for pet owners both in San Pedro and Playa del Carmen alike. The original article can found here on the Tacogirl Belize Blog. There aren’t many things that everyone in San Pedro agrees about, but no one would argue with you when you say ‘It’s hot!’. It has been very warm the past couple of months and it looks like we may be in for a long and very hot summer. While we seek out the shade and drink ice cold drinks to cool us down, we need to remember that our furry friends feel the heat just like we do. The only difference is that they depend on us to provide them with shade and fresh, cool water. Recently, a family in San Pedro suffered the tragic loss of their much loved dog. Why? Because they didn’t realize that dogs can suffer terribly in the heat. Their loyal pet foll...
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Midsummers Eve Food Festival and Fundraiser Planned in Tulum!
2011-06-13 04:00:00
An exciting food festival and fundraising event is being planned to to support the Tulum Living School Project and this year’s recipient school “Huricanes Kinder”. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 21 at 6:00pm at Charlie’s Restaurant and Bar in the Tulum Pueblo. This Gourmet Festival will celebrate both traditional Mexican cuisine as well as the gastronomic influences that have been brought to the Riviera Maya from around the globe! Given the diverse population of Tulum and the Mexican Caribbean, this is sure to be a treat for the taste buds. There will also be live music and a spectacular performance of Aztec dance to entertain the guests. Tickets will be 200 pesos per person which will include access to the fabulous array of dishes and two drinks from the bar. Local restaurants are invited to participate by creating a signature dish that will serve 60-70 guests. There will also be an online raffle and a silent auction and local businesses and ind...
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Filharmonia at Xcaret - Amazing!
2011-06-10 19:16:00
Sometime in the Fall, Papalote parents were asked if their children would like to participate in a performance that was to take place sometime near the end of the 2010-2011 school year. There were to be required in-school rehearsals and books to buy and uniforms to order and little or no information about exactly what kind of event we could expect. The children would be learning some songs on the Flauta Escolar (that's a recorder to you and me) which, like all good Waldorf children, they become quite proficient with at a young age. Frankly, the prospect of MORE recorder practice in my house filled me with dread, but as Cole and his pals seemed keen to do it, I signed him up and paid for the music book. Having lived here for almost 7 years now, I secretly wondered if this "performance", would ever actually take place. I've seen lots of these bright shiny ideas take off like a rocket only to fizzle and die out. Events are rarely, if ever, planned a whole year in adva...
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Team Lemmus Wins 2011 Copa del Rey Polo Tournament
2011-06-10 12:00:00
 Team Lemmus Takes Home the 2011 Copa del Rey Polo Tournament! The 5th Annual Copa del Rey International Polo Tournament was played this year in an exciting multi-day contest at El Rey Polo Club in Puerto Morelos. Set in the middle of the jungle, this world class field brought six teams face-to-face in this highly anticipated competition. Ranked as a 4-6 goal event this year, the Copa del Rey welcomed players from the United States, Canada, Argentina, Germany, Switzerland, Cuba, and of course, Mexico. The teams included defending champions from GQ Magazine as well as teams representing Porsche, Volaris, Lemmus, Now Resorts and Spa, and In Riviera Magazine. Corporate Sponsors for the event also included Palace Resorts, Hotel Me Cancun, Argentinean polo apparel maker Cuatro Tacos and Havana Club. The 2011Tournament was officially opened with a Mayan blessing and the soulful call of the conch shell.  Dancing, music, and the ritual burning of sage honored the fi...

Top 10 Ways to Save the Reef of the Riviera Maya
2011-06-08 22:00:00
The Mesoamerican Reef (MAR) is the largest barrier reef in the Atlantic and stretches over 1000 km from the tip of the Yucatán Peninsula down to the Bay Islands of Honduras. This reef is the largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere and the second largest barrier reef in the world. The Mesoamerican reef serves two important functions. It provides a habitat for a vast array of marine life that rely on the coral for food and shelter. It also functions as a natural barrier to protect the coastline from the damaging effects of storms and coastal erosion. The Mesoamerican reef system supports nearly 60 varieties of coral, 350 mollusks, and 500 species of fish. There are numerous endangered or protected species that live in or around the reef system. These include the magnificent sea turtles that call the shores and bays of the Riviera Maya home and the Whale Sharks that migrate yearly to the waters surrounding Holbox and Isla Contoy. Today, the Mesoamerican Reef faces a wide ...
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A Visit to the School Garden at Ak Lu'um Waldorf School
2011-06-02 15:29:00
The teachers and students at Ak Lu'um Waldorf School in Playa del Carmen have been working hard on their bio-dynamic garden beds and are starting to see the fruits of their labors. The heirloom tomatoes are ripening on the vines and the peppers and squash plants are covered with blossoms that will soon transform into bright colorful vegetables. We have been bone dry for two months and the recent rains have been a godsend to all things green. The sudden rise in moisture in the soil has caused some splitting in the thinner skinned tomatoes but other than that, the plants are thriving. You can almost hear them saying "thank you!". (That's a little anthroposophic humor for you Waldorf folks). The papaya and banana trees that surround the school are all reaching for the sun and laden with fruit.         The garden beds are all raised, a necessary design choice when trying to cultivate anything in this region as chiseling holes into th...
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Beach Bocce Ball Comes to Playa del Carmen!!
2011-05-18 22:32:00
Playa del Carmen 's first ever Beach Bocce Ball Event is coming to Canibal Royal! Hosted by Canibal Royal, Latido de Mexico, and Playa Maya News, this one-of-kind event is one not to be missed! The tournament will be held on May 29th 2011 from 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Originally from Italy, Bocce Ball, has become a popular sport throughout the world and now beach bocce ball has made its mark. What could be better than playing right on the blue waters of the Caribbean in Playa del Carmen?  Come on out and try something new and different and join the fun as a spectator or as a team member. Either way you are guaranteed to have an amazing day with food, drinks, fun, music, and plenty of laughs. Sixteen teams, consisting of 2 people per team, will compete for the top spot, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes will be granted to the top 3 teams. Additional prizes will also be granted for funniest, cutest, and best dressed teams so be creative. The registration fee is $100.00 pesos per...
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Chef John Gray Launches New Menu Concept
2011-05-11 05:17:00
The John Gray Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the introduction of a new menu concept in both of its Riviera Maya restaurant locations. Beginning in May, John Gray’s Kitchen in Puerto Morelos and John Gray’s Place in Playa del Carmen will introduce a fixed price menu. Guests will be able to choose from a selection of Chef Gray’s popular signature dishes as well as new culinary creations. The menus will change weekly and will feature seasonal produce, locally caught seafood and of, course, the creativity of Chef Gray and his enthusiastic staff. Lunch, served with a soda, iced tea or beer will be $100 pesos per person. An elegant dinner, with a choice of appetizer and entrée is set at $200 pesos. Fans of John Gray will be pleased to know the tireless Chef will be personally heading up not only the menu creation but also its execution in both locations nightly. “Historically, the “Kitchen” in Puerto Morelos has attracted an early dinin...
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May Day Celebration at Ak Lu'um School
2011-05-09 02:37:00
May Day is celebrated in countries all over the world in festivals that draw their origins in the ancient pre-Christian fertility rites practiced by the Romans honoring the Spring Goddess, Flora. The elements of the modern May Day festival take their root in Medieval times and include music, games, parades, dancing and of course, the ubiquitous maypole. Traditionally festooned with bright Spring flowers and strung with colorful ribbons, participants each take a ribbon and in a choreographed pattern weave them around and down as they dance or skip around the pole. This year, the students at Ak Lu'um Waldorf School erected their own maypole to celebrate May Day in Mexico. The children were all dressed in white, the girls wearing crowns of flowers, the boys colorful sashes. As their teachers sang and played simple traditional tunes, the children skipped in and out creating a hypnotic pattern as the ribbons wove their way down the pole. The Maypole Dance was a yearly tradition at m...
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Wastewater Garden Specialist Needed in Belize!
2011-05-06 05:17:00
As many "Life's a Beach" readers well know, Rob and I have spent a fair amount of time in Belize. We have explored a vast majority of the mainland and have great pals on Ambergris Caye who we keep in touch with and visit faithfully once or twice a year. On one of my first visits to the island, I reached out and made plans to meet Laurie Norton, better known in the blog-o-sphere as "Tacogirl". We have similar interests and hit it off immediately. During that visit, Laurie brought me to visit Holy Cross Anglican School located north of San Pedro in an area known as San Mateo. Words are really not sufficient to describe the level of poverty in San Mateo. You really need to see it, smell it, walk across the makeshift bridges elevated just inches over a swamp of sewage and waste to take it all in properly. A few years back, I wrote an article for Blog Action Day highlighting the plight of the residents of this "neighborhood". It will give you a good over...
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Support Angel Notion!
2011-05-03 19:56:00
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in grand fashion at Ajua Maya Restaurant in Playa del Carmen! Enjoy the exquisite culinary creations of Chef Gabriel Sanchez Gomez, a Master Chef of Traditional Mexican cuisine and help support Angel Notion. Ayuda de los Angeles A.C., better known as Angel Notion, is a non-profit medical foundation serving the needy in Playa del Carmen and the communities along the Mayan Riviera with medical care, surgery, education, and dental care along with many specialties and alternative medicines. Services at the clinic include Psychological counseling, Gynecology, Dentistry, Pediatrics, Language Therapy, Orthopedics, General Medicine, Optometry, Nutritional Therapy and Ultrasound. Angel Notion provides disabled children in Playa del Carmen with customized medical attention and rehabilitation, specialized treatment and surgery, seminars on Life Skills to promote independence in day-to-day living and enhance opportunity for job placement. The foundation also facil...
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10 Tips for Green Travel on the Riviera Maya
2011-04-22 22:11:00
In 2010, best estimates from the Mexico Tourism Board tell us that over 10 million people passed through the Cancun International Airport. This number considers foreign and domestic passengers including tourists, business travelers and general transit to Quintana Roo. A great many of these visitors are drawn to this area and the Riviera Maya in particular for the astounding array of flora and fauna that can be found in this relatively small geographic region. Let’s all do our part to protect our amazing jungles, cenotes and reef systems by taking steps to travel responsibly. In recognition of Earth Day, here are 10 Tips for Green Travel on the Riviera Maya.   1.     Green Before You Go! Green travel starts before you even leave for the airport. Before you lock up the house, turn your hot water heater down to its lowest setting. Make sure you have turned down your thermostat as well to a temperature that will save energy without killing your plants. A...

6th Annual Three-Legged Bar Crawl Raises $30,000 MXN
2011-04-11 18:56:00
  On April 10, 2011, Playa del Carmen residents and visitors gathered together to participate in one the region's best loved events, the annual Three-Legged Bar Crawl to support the Bomberos of Quintana Roo. This year, marks the 6th running of this event. A record 16 teams strapped themselves together for this fun-filled race through the busy streets of this seaside city encouraged by the cheers of onlookers and event sponsors. Organized by Brian Borjesson and a team of volunteers, the three legged race is held every year to raise funds for the firefighters. Borjesson is the President of both the Bomberos de la Riviera Maya A.C. and Patronato de Protección Civil para la Riviera Maya A.C. two organizations instrumental in providing much needed support to our regional fire departments. As Comandante of the Bomberos, he has donated his time and his expertise to help ensure the safety of Riviera Maya residents by securing equipment and training for firefighters throughou...