Welcome to "Life's a Beach" Sign in | Help

September 2009 - Posts

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

Expat Interview - Martina and Anthony Spadaro

Every week, I answer dozens of emails from people interested in moving to Playa del Carmen. While I am always happy to give my point of view, my perspective on life here as a foreigner, I thought it might be fun and informative for "Life's a Read More...
Posted Saturday, September 26, 2009 6:50 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Captain Rick's Runs Social Media Discounts in October!

When it comes to advertising and attracting customers it's a whole new marketing world out there. Popular social media and networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn have created a whole new platform for promotions and sales that business Read More...
Posted Friday, September 25, 2009 1:42 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Tapas Nights at Chicago Don Jose

Let's see. Where could you possibly find authentic Spanish tapas served in a restaurant named for a famous North American city owned by a French couple? In Playa del Carmen, that's where! Every Saturday evening, the owners of Chicago Don Jose, Read More...
Posted Thursday, September 24, 2009 7:14 PM by Rob Kinnon | 5 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

1st Annual Taste of Playa an Overwhelming Success!

Finally, after three months of hard work and countless hours of planning and organizing, Taste of Playa went off to rave reviews. The event saw nearly three thousand Playa del Carmen residents and tourists come through the grounds. Some came just to look Read More...
Posted Thursday, September 10, 2009 9:53 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Tickets Available Now for Taste of Playa !!

This week, leading up to the First Annual Taste of Playa International Food Festival on September 5, 2009, an event that features some of the most talented chefs in the Riviera Maya, tickets went on sale at various locations in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2009 10:36 AM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments