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Riviera Maya Dive Alliance Kicks of Photography Contest Sponsored by Canon!

On Saturday evening, the founding organizers of the Riviera Maya Dive Alliance kicked off their 1s t Underwater Photography Contest at Captain Dave's Bad Boys Beach Bar in Playa del Carmen. This unique union was formed by three of the finest regional Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 08, 2009 7:42 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

2nd Annual Think Green Eco-Expo a Great Success!

Over thirty Riviera Maya businesses and organizations turned out to display their eco-friendly wares and spread the word about environmental responsibility at the 2nd annual Think Green Eco-Expo . Covering several blocks of Playa del Carmen's world Read More...
Posted Saturday, December 05, 2009 1:49 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

New Cooking School Opens in Puerto Morelos

The Little Mexican Cooking School officially hangs out its shingle on December 8th and will continue with what they call ‘cooking class adventures’ every Tuesday and Thursday until the end of April. The school was born as a result of the passions Read More...
Posted Tuesday, November 24, 2009 6:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments

Great 2 Bedroom Condo for Long Term Rental!

Very Secure, Centrally Located • Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath condo in downtown Playa del Carmen - $900 USD Monthly - Available Now! Downtown, Playa del Carmen - Rent this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condominium in downtown Playa del Carmen. Located Read More...
Posted Monday, November 16, 2009 12:35 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Big Love for Playa Legend Captain Dave

A few days ago, many Playa del Carmen residents,including our family, received a message from Miss Sarah, Captain Dave's sister up in Memphis Tennessee. It seems after a battery of tests, doctors have discovered that our favorite pirate has small Read More...
Posted Friday, November 13, 2009 9:48 AM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

Wednesday, Women and Wine Holiday Bazaar

This past Wednesday evening the ladies of Wednesday, Women and Wine hosted a special holiday bazaar at Coffee Cafe on 34th Street and 5th Avenue. Members and friends of this social networking group were on hand promoting their businesses, selling homemade Read More...
Posted Friday, November 06, 2009 9:21 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments

Announcing New Riviera Maya Events Calendar

Announcing our new Riviera Maya Events Calendar!! With the combined efforts of 5 regional editors spread across the Riviera and Costa Maya, this is certain to be the most comprehensive listing of local events available all in one place. Search by location Read More...
Posted Wednesday, November 04, 2009 12:03 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Interplaya Youth League Bests Tepeyac 5-1

In a rather surprising and spirited match up, the hodge-podge group of youngsters that makes up the Interplaya community youth team outscored the team from Colegio Tepeyac 5 -1. With just a few weeks of practice under their belts, this group, comprised Read More...
Posted Monday, November 02, 2009 6:57 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Long Term Rentals in Playa del Carmen

The excitement of moving to a foreign country does not come without a host of challenges to overcome. Learning a new language, adjusting to a new job, a new culture, making new friends can be difficult and frustrating at times. One of the most stressful Read More...
Posted Monday, October 26, 2009 9:52 PM by Rob Kinnon | 11 Comments

Parades Just HAPPEN in Playa del Carmen

One of the many fun, and often confusing aspects of life in Playa del Carmen is the preponderance of small parades that just pop up at seemingly random times. I can't tell you how many times I have been in town, running errands or picking up dinner, Read More...
Posted Monday, September 28, 2009 8:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Mexican Independence Day in Playa del Carmen

Mexico is a proud country. Even here in Playa del Carmen, a diverse, young city with a melange of residents, from all walks of life and from all over Mexico, on this day they are all one. At 11:00 pm a cacophony of sound and noise is magically orchestrated Read More...
Posted Wednesday, September 16, 2009 12:05 PM by Rob Kinnon | 11 Comments

El Rey Polo Club Tournament Schedule 2009-2010

Attending Polo matches has always been a favorite family activity of ours, one that we enjoyed every summer back in Saratoga Springs. Now, thanks to my pal Catriona Brown up in Puerto Morelos, I am kept up to date on the Polo schedule at El Rey Polo Club. Read More...
Posted Monday, September 14, 2009 10:30 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Movin' and Groovin' at Bad Boys Beach Bar

Recently, Captain Dave invested in a new sound system, some top of the line equipment to support Playa's favorite house band, The Nasty B.astards. We have been a little tied up lately, getting the kids settled back into school, working with clients Read More...
Posted Sunday, September 13, 2009 7:13 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

John Gray Welcomes the Owner of Adobe Guadalupe Vineyards

On Friday evening, Chef John Gray invited friends, foodies and members of the "Uncorked Club" to enjoy a special tasting of three wines from Mexico's prestigious Adobe Guadalupe Vineyards . This beautiful estate was established by Tru and Read More...
Posted Saturday, September 12, 2009 1:11 PM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments

Where Everybody Knows Your Name

At long last, our beloved Mayte Vargas has her very own place. Mayte and her friend Ale have opened "El Bar", a cheerful, open air, rooftop bar located across from the Hotel Kinbe on calle 10 in downtown Playa. From my perch on the swings, I Read More...
Posted Friday, September 11, 2009 10:11 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments
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