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March 2011 - Posts

NEW! Condo for sale in Playacar Phase 1 - Xaman Ha Condominiums are on the beach just 300 meters south of the ferry dock to Cozumel in Playa del Carmen. This 3 bedroom unit is on the ground floor and offers spectacular views of the Caribbean Ocean from both the living room and master bedroom. Recently upgraded with a new kitchen containing custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and all new appliances, this condominium is very popular with vacation renters. Read More...
With just a few days remaining before the BuyPlaya 5K Spring Race, organizers, parents and local business owners are kicking into high gear for this exciting annual fundraising event. On March 20 at 7:45am, participants will run, walk or stroll the 5 kilometer course leaving from the Parque Leona Vicario, making a loop through the hotel zone in Playacar and finishing in the historical Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Caribbean. Read More...
Don't overlook this charming three bedroom home for sale in Playa del Carmen. If you have been renting a house or condo and have been searching for an affordable home for your family, this could be just the opportunity you have been looking for. Read More...
My friend Susie Albin-Najera recently wrote a very nice article for her website The Mexico Report that got me thinking. In her piece, "What You Should Really Worry About When Visiting Mexico", Susie recounts a few of the "hidden dangers" that one might encounter while visiting Mexico. As an expat living and working in Playa del Carmen, I too have my own concerns which I feel compelled to share with "Life's a Beach" readers. These are the Top 10 Things I Worry About in Playa del Carmen. Read More...
"So, what is the downside of living in Playa?" This is a question I seem to be answering a lot lately as more and more people are contacting me, considering moving their families to Playa del Carmen. Sure, we all post pretty pictures of sunny Read More...