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December 2011 - Posts

Dec. 27 - 30, 2011 - Exhibit of Mexican Art in Playa del Carmen

Don't miss this exhibit of Mexican Folk Art on display at the Gallery D'Garheti on 5th Avenue between calles 6 and 8. The exhibits will be open to the public from 7pm - 11pm December 27 - 30. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 27, 2011 12:06 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 31, 2011 - NYE at Co.Cos Cocina in Playa del Carmen

Good food, good music and good friends! Come celebrate the New Year at Co.Cos Cocina Cosmopolita in Playa del Carmen! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 21, 2011 3:06 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 24 & 25, 2011 - Christmas at Mannes Biergarten

Manne's Biergarten has put together a great menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day For reservations call Susie 984-876-5363. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 16, 2011 12:15 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Saturday "Tianguis" at Parque la Ceiba

This Saturday, Tianguis presents: "Huateque Decembrinas" a popular festival full of colors and flavors of the season. Posada, pastorale and piñatas for children and adults. Feast on mucbipollos (a seasoned chicken tamale wrapped in plantain leaves and cooked in an underground barbeque pit), tortas with cochinita pipil or relleno negro and traditional holiday "ponce" (fruit punch). This will be the last bazaar before the holidays so be sure to stop in and find some unique gifts for your friends and family! Read More...
Posted Friday, December 16, 2011 8:21 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 16, 2011 - The Kids Way Yoga Class "Samadhi"

The Kid's Way yoga class is Friday at Yoga by The Way (calle 26 between 5th and 10th) starting at 4:30 pm and ending at 5:30 pm. Class theme for this week is "SAMADHI". The ultimate goal of the eightfold path to yoga is samadhi or absolute bliss. This is pure contemplation, super-consciousness, in which you and the universe are one. Those who have achieved samadhi are enlightened. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 16, 2011 7:22 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 24, 2011 - Christmas Dinner at Lol Ha in Akumal

Lol Ha Restaurant in Akumal is pulling out all the stops with their gourmet Christmas Eve Dinner! Enjoy Christmas Eve overlooking Akumal Bay. What could be better?! Reservations recommended - Call Victor or Sam at 984-206-3500 ext 206. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 2:58 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Dec. 24, 2011 - Christmas Dinner at Yaxche

Experience Christmas Dinner Yucatecan style at Yaxche Restaurant in Playa del Carmen. A grand Christmas Buffet will be offered for $650 mn per person. Reservations recommended info@mayacuisine.com or call 984-873-3011. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 2:52 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 24, 2011 - Christmas Dinner at La Casa del Agua

Enjoy a special Christmas Eve Dinner at one of Playa del Carmen's most romantic dining destinations, La Casa del Agua. Cost per person is $380 mn (gratuity not included) Reservations required. Call 984-803-0232. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 2:42 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Dec. 24 - Jan. 1, 2012 - Christmas and NYE at OM Tulum

Can you imagine anything better than spending the Holidays on the beach at OM Tulum? Book your reservations today! info@omtulum.com. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 12:54 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Feb. 5, 2012 - Aero Show on Cozumel

The 2nd annual Cozumel Aero Show will be held on February 5th. See fantastic flying from Patty Wagstaff, Carlos Dardano, Gary Ward, Fred Cabanas, Skip Stewart and many more! Don't miss this exciting event for airplane fanatics and kids of all ages! Admission is FREE! Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 12:47 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 17, 2011 - FREE Spanish Classes in Playa del Carmen

****This will be the last FREE Saturday class before the Holidays. The next class will be Saturday January 7th 2012**** Once again, this Saturday December 17th, Spanish Joyfully with Katya and Felipe will be offering FREE conversational Spanish Classes! Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 15, 2011 7:33 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Jan. 11 - 13, 2012 - Auditions for "Seussical the Musical"

Following the success of "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Pippin" and "CATS" Explayarte is pleased to announce its next production: "Seussical the Musical". The show will be produced as an intensive musical theatre workshop for performers ages 13 and up. Auditions will be held by appointment only January 11 - 13, 2011. Please call 984-859-3201 or 984-859-3203 to reserve your time. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 9:34 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 18, 2011 - "The Nutcracker" Ballet in Playa del Carmen

Coppelia's Ballet School will present "The Nutcracker" on Sunday December 18th at 7pm. in the Plaza 28 de Julio in front of the Palacio Municipal in downtown Playa del Carmen. Don't miss this wonderful holiday tradition! Admission is FREE! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 9:25 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Dec. 15, 2011 - Wine Pairing Dinner at Off the Vine

Thursday night at Off the Vine in Playa del Carmen, another fabulous wine pairing dinner! This week, mix it up with a Chenin Blanc, a Viogner, a Temperanillo and a Barbara all matched with delicious dishes from Off the Vine's culinary team! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 8:26 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 16 - Jan. 1, 2012 - Expo Feria 2011 in Tulum

Dec. 16, 2011 - Jan. 1, 2012 - Enjoy the Holiday Fair in Tulum! Local artists and craftspeople, cultural events, food, popular and traditional dance, raffles, wresting, games contests and more! Entrance fee $35 mn per person. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 1:35 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 17 & 18, 2011 - The Rogers Cup Polo Tournament

The Rogers Cup International Polo Tournament will be played this weekend in an exciting contest at El Rey Polo Club in Puerto Morelos. Set in the middle of the jungle, this competition will bring world class polo teams face-to-face in this highly anticipated competition. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 1:20 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 19 - 30, 2011 - Winter Fun for Kids at Parque la Ceiba

No plans to travel for the holidays? Wonder how you are going to keep your kids occupied during the school break? Check out these great options at Parque la Ceiba!! They have two weeks of fun activities and classes planned! $ 250 mn per day $1000 mn per week $1800 mn for both weeks Prices include all materials. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 1:13 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 19, 2011 - Christmas Party at Hekab Be Library

The Hekab Be Library Christmas Party will be on Monday, December 19th at 3 p.m.! There will be singing by the kids, a pinata, food and of course, Santa! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 14, 2011 12:06 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 31, 2011 - The Flying Circus for NYE at Blue Venado

The Flying Circus will touch down near Playa del Carmen in Mexico to ring in the new year. The party starts at 10:00 PM at Blue Venado Beach Club, and should to go well into the afternoon on January 1st. Advance sale tickets are still available. Read More...
Posted Monday, December 12, 2011 6:07 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Jan. 6, 2011 - La Rosca de Reyes “Más larga de la Riviera Maya”

Quinta Entertainment & Tourist Guide, the Riviera Maya Hotel Association, the Department of Tourism of Solidaridad, Mamitas Beach Club, the Riviera Maya Tourist Board, Sam's Club and Coca Cola invite you to partcipate in this exciting event as local Playenses, businesses, schools and other organizations attempt to create The Longest Rosca de Reyes (King Cake) on the Riviera Maya! The cake will be assembled on 5th Ave. in Playa del Carmen between calles 8 and 14 on January 6th (Kings Day) from 7pm to 9pm. Read More...
Posted Monday, December 12, 2011 1:46 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 31, 2011 - New Years Eve Party at Luna Blue Hotel

Luna Blue Bar is celebrating the New Year with a Pool Party. There will be live music with the award winning Blues recording artist Brent Parkin. The pool will be open to party guests and there will be a free champagne toast at midnight. Festivities begin at 9pm and we will have our traditional Coconut Drop: a bunch of decorated coconuts will be dropped from the tree tops into the pool at the stroke of 12 midnight. Read More...
Posted Monday, December 12, 2011 1:39 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 9 & 10, 2011 - Gabriel Sordo at ME Cancun

Gabriel Sordo at ME Cancun Dec. 9 and 10 2011. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 12:43 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 31, 2011 - NYE Fantasy Party at ME Cancun

Ring in 2012 in style and enjoy a unique New Years Eve experience at ME Cancun ! Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 12:34 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Jan. 26 - 29, 2012 - Annual Tequila Festival in Playa del Carmen

Tequila Fest 2012 Date and time: January 26 - 29: 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Ticket price: $ 10usd or $120mn. (Discounts for Quintanaroensses presenting their IFE $100mn) Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 11:59 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 10, 2011 - OV7 in Concert in Cancun

OV7 will present their comeback tour in Cancun on Saturday December 7th at the Benito Juarez Poliforum at 8pm. Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 11:29 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 9, 2011 - The Kids Way Yoga Class "Santosha"

The theme of the class this week is "Santosha". Santosha is a part of the yoga path that deals with happiness. This guideline teaches us to cultivate contentment and tranquility by finding happiness with what we have and who we are. It tells us to seek happiness in the moment, take responsibility for where we are and choose to grow from there. The kids will learn the word and what it means, we will have an art project that displays your child's idea of happiness, movements involving opening the heart and chest, sun salutes and an ancient chant that promotes peace!! Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 11:19 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 9, 2011 - Grand Opening of Malandrin Bar

Friday December 9th, you are invited to the Grand Opening of MALANDRIN BAR! Read More...
Posted Thursday, December 8, 2011 11:11 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 8, 2011 - Wine Pairing Dinner at Off the Vine

Thursday night at Off the Vine in Playa del Carmen, another fabulous wine pairing dinner with Ricardo and his culinary team! This week, the subject is THE ESSENCE OF CHIANTI! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 7, 2011 11:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 18, 2011 - "Christmas Day" Ballet at Teatro de Cancun

Ballet Clasico Cancun presents "Dia de Navidad" (Christmas Day)! This festive holiday performance will take place on December 18th at Teatro de Cancun. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 7, 2011 10:26 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 10, 2011 - Open House at Sivananda Hall Yoga in Puerto Morelos

Sivananda Hall in Puerto Morelos invites you to the Grand Open House for their Yoga center and new "Comedor de Govinda". Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 7, 2011 6:56 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 11, 2011 - Christmas Fundraiser for Tierra de Animales

Support Tierra de Animales this year by attending the PERRONA NAVIDAD to be held on December 11 at Hacienda Andalucia in Cancun from 3:30pm - 9pm. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 6, 2011 12:54 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 6, 2011 - Ladies Night at Off the Vine

Join Ricardo and his staff Tuesday night from 9:00pm - 11:00pm for Ladies Night, an evening with great fun, delicious pasta and fantastic wine. Please call ahead for reservations 984-803-5244. Ladies just $100 mn. $150 mn for the men! Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 6, 2011 12:46 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 16, 2011 - Christmas Fundraiser at Casa Sirena, Isla Mujeres

"Buy Local" and do your holiday shopping all in one place!! This year's bazaar will feature an array of unique and interesting items.
 Join us for this annual event supporting HIV/AIDS and Teen Pregnancy Prevention & Education. Read More...
Posted Monday, December 5, 2011 1:09 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Friday Night Movies at Parque la Ceiba

The organizers and staff of Parque la Ceiba invite you to their new "Cine Club". This is a great new offering for lovers of indie/art films and documentaries. They will be showing films every Friday night inside the park, beginning at 6:30 pm. Admission is free. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 2, 2011 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Dec. 15, 2011 - Riviera Maya Girls 2012 Calendar Launch Party

Deseo Lounge in Playa del Carmen is proud to host the Riviera Maya Girls and their first international debut in the Beach Babes 2012 Swimwear Edition Calendar. VIP entrance between 10pm -12am with welcome cocktails from 11pm -12am. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 2, 2011 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

December 2011 - "Crystal Bowls" Concerts

"Crystal Bowls" is a series of music therapy concerts with singing bowls made from quartz crystals. Crystal singing bowls are used to enhance meditation, intuition, relaxation and bodywork. They are powerful for music therapy, chakra system balancing, emotional release and clearing of people and places. Singing bowls enliven ceremony, celebration and ritual, as well as provide the perfect vibration for working in nature with the Earth. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 2, 2011 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments