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March 2012 - Posts

It's Semana Santa - What are your kids going to do?

Semana Santa is now upon us and if you are anything like me, you have no idea what to do with your kids for two weeks out of school. Many of the schools will be offering activities during the regular school hours but if sending your child back to school for his or her vacation seems a bit unfair, consider these interesting options we have found for "Cursos de Primavera" for local kids! Read More...
Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 9:33 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Big News in Little Puerto Morelos!!

On March 20th, 2012, the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) announced the finalists for their 2012 Awards of Excellence. Our own Catriona Brown, owner/proprietor of The Little Mexican Cooking School in Puerto Morelos, was notified Read More...
Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 7:14 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

3rd Annual BuyPlaya 5K Spring Race Set for March 25, 2012 in Playa del Carmen

With less than one week remaining before the third annual BuyPlaya 5K Spring Race, organizers, parents and local business owners are kicking into high gear for this exciting fundraising event for Ak Lu'um International School. On March 25 at 7:45am, participants will run, walk or stroll the 5 kilometer course leaving from the Parque Leona Vicario, making a loop through the picturesque Playacar resort community and finishing in the historical Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, March 20, 2012 10:02 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Celebrating the Vernal Equinox in Playa del Carmen

In Playa del Carmen, a slightly smaller Vernal Equinox celebration takes place on the ruins on the shores of the Caribbean in Playacar, welcoming spring to the Riviera Maya. Each year the Ak Lu'um School community comes together to recognize and celebrate the rites of Spring and the significance of this seasonal transition in ourselves and our daily routines. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, March 20, 2012 10:41 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Quintana Roo Equestrians Pack the Winners Circle at the 20th Annual Merida International

Quintana Roo's best amateur equestrians certainly brought their "A Circuit" game last weekend at the 20th Annual Merida International Invitational held at the beautiful facilities of the Club Hipico del Sureste (CHDS). March 2 - 4, 2012, jumpers from each of the state's finest equestrian clubs left nothing on the table in this exciting three-day meet that drew 110 riders from Mexico, the United States and Canada. Read More...
Posted Monday, March 12, 2012 9:49 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Coco's Cat Rescue 2012 Silent Auction Fundraiser

Coco's Cat Rescue is holding a Silent Auction with lots of fabulous items at our Cocktail Party on Sunday, March 18th. They have decided to open up some of these items to the online community. Here's a great opportunity to get items such as Playa del Carmen restaurant tabs, hotel stays and more while helping a great cause! This auction begins on Monday, March 12th at 12pm and ends on Saturday, March 17th at 5pm. Read More...
Posted Monday, March 12, 2012 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Time for the 7th Annual Three-Legged Bar Crawl for the Bomberos!

Oh dear Lord, is it that time of year already? I'm guessing by now, most of you have recovered from last year's Three-legged Bar Crawl/Race so grab a partner, wring out your liver, get your drinking shoes on and get ready to do it again! This year, the event falls on St. Patrick's Day but you'll need more than the luck of the Irish to win this race! Read More...
Posted Saturday, March 10, 2012 6:21 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Adopt "Sarah" and Enjoy a Week in Akumal

Our friend Sherwood Freeman Anders (who some of you may know as Beachmutt) has extended a generous offer to animal lovers across the globe. Whoever is willing to come to Playa del Carmen and adopt Sarah may stay in her beautiful waterfront condo in Akumal for one week absolutely FREE! Read More...
Posted Saturday, March 10, 2012 9:07 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Taste the Wines of Chile in Puerto Morelos

Tonight in Puerto Morelos, Casa Caribe and Tulipanes will present their last wine tasting event for the season featuring a selection of Chilean wines. Read More...
Posted Friday, March 9, 2012 12:11 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

A Quick Cost of Living Update

I haven't done one of these in awhile but when Rob asked me to give a very rough monthly budget for a couple who are thinking of buying a condo in Playa del Carmen, I figured it was overdue. Lots of things drag up the cost of living in Playa del Carmen. Real Estate is expensive. Rent, depending on the area, can be expensive. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, March 7, 2012 5:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Hekab Be Library Updated Wish-list for Spring 2012

One of our favorite local not for profits, Hekab Be Library in Akumal, has published an updated Wish-list for Spring and we would like to help by sharing this with our "Life's a Beach" readers. Read More...
Posted Thursday, March 1, 2012 6:41 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments