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August 2008 - Posts

Weekend Getaway - Isla Mujeres Part 2

I'm not, by nature, an early riser but I do enjoy the quiet of downtown Isla Mujeres in the mornings. Watching the shopkeepers open their stores, the smell of freshly brewed coffee and banana bread pouring out into the streets. I try to make a point Read More...
Posted Wednesday, August 27, 2008 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 7 Comments

Weekend Getaway - Isla Mujeres

As a treat for the kids, who returned to school today, we took them away to one of their favorite places for a weekend of fun in the sun. Isla Mujeres has captivated our whole family from the moment we first got off of the ferry from Puerto Juarez. We Read More...
Posted Monday, August 25, 2008 2:57 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Ak Lu’um International School Opens Their New Jungle Campus in Playa del Carmen!

After a very successful second year in their temporary Campestre home, Ak Lu’um International School inaugurated their beautiful new and permanent jungle campus with a well attended Open House. A small ceremony of was performed to give thanks and Read More...
Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 1:46 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

The Peanut Pet Shelter - Campaign for Funds

Greetings "Life's a Beach" Readers! Recently, my friend and fellow ex-pat Susie took a chance and submitted our beloved Peanut Pet Shelter for consideration in American Express Members' Project 2008 . Much to her pleasant surprise, her Read More...
Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:11 PM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

Campestre Capers

One of the things I enjoy most about living in the Campestre is the abundance of wildlife surrounding us and visiting our home daily. I could live with out the scorpions, certainly, but even the ugly brown birds that come to steal the dogs' food are Read More...
Posted Monday, August 18, 2008 9:34 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Cenote Saturdays

Of the interesting features unique to this area of the world, I think the hundreds of diverse and mystifying cenotes are my favorite. Each has its own distinct attributes and characteristics......its own personality. Recently, we welcomed a new family Read More...
Posted Sunday, August 17, 2008 10:34 AM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

For Sale - Beautiful Modern Villa in Playacar

Fabulous Modern Villa • 2,582 sqft - 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms - $559,000 USD - Architecturally Unique!! Playacar Golf Course Community, Playa del Carmen - Sleek and modern yet welcoming and luxurious, this house will indulge your every creative desire. Read More...
Posted Friday, August 15, 2008 10:12 AM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Campestre Life - What's on the other side of 307?

Recently, we moved across the highway to afford our kids more room to ride their bikes, run around and explore. Here are a few pictures we have taken over the past few weeks. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2008 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments
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Open House at Ak Lu'um - Alternative Education in Playa del Carmen

Ak Lu'um's new jungle campus is nearly ready and on Monday August 18th they are opening their doors to the community. If you have been investigating the options for your children's education here in Playa del Carmen, Ak Lu'um should be Read More...
Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2008 5:08 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Going Green - Composting at Home

Growing up in upstate New York, I was fortunate to live on 20 beautiful acres. Much of the property was wooded provided me with hours of tree climbing, exploring and make believe fun, Several acres were dedicated to grazing land for my beloved horses Read More...
Posted Friday, August 8, 2008 11:33 AM by Rob Kinnon | 7 Comments

VIDAS 2008 - Free Spay and Neuter Clinic in Playa del Carmen!!

In 2002, VIDAS , which is, appropriately, Spanish for LIVES, began providing spay and neuter services, free of charge, for the residents and their four legged friends in Playa del Carmen and other towns along the Riviera Maya. Founding members Cristina Read More...
Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2008 3:28 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments
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Shake, Rattle and Rollercoasters

One of our last days in the northeastern United States was spent at the nation's oldest amusement park, Lake Compounce in Bristol Connecticut. The park has an interesting history and, while it's not the biggest in the region, it sure packs in Read More...
Posted Monday, August 4, 2008 4:49 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Children's Play to Benefit DIF

This Saturday, August 2 there will be three performances of the classic fairy tale, " Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs ". Performances will be held at Colegio Mayaland in the Ejido at 12:00pm, 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Tickets are just $25 pesos and Read More...
Posted Friday, August 1, 2008 9:49 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments