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Reports and observations about life as an ex-pat family in Playa del Carmen Mexico from Michele and Rob Kinnon. Real Estate Playa del Carmen market updates and new listings of interest. Advise for other like minded adventurers planning to relocate to Playa del Carmen. Will include commentary and information on local schools, markets, recycling, environmental issues, volunteer opportunities, restaurant reviews and special events.

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Fun for Chocolate Lovers in Playa del Carmen

Last week, Kristin Roehmer and the team from the Bric Hotel hosted an informative and entertaining seminar on a universally popular subject: Chocolate!! Rohan Barnett, the General Manager of Ah Cacao Chocolate Cafe was our presenter, taking us through Read More...

Posted Friday, February 12, 2010 12:08 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Fun, 2009

Sustainable Saturdays Continue at Ak Lu'um

Join us on Saturday February 13th 10am - 3pm for the next workshop in the series, "Sustainable Saturdays ' at Ak Lu'um International School. This month, learn the techniques to effective Organic Gardening. The workshops will include: How Read More...

Posted Thursday, February 4, 2010 6:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Schools, Fun, Composting, Gardening, 2009

The Little Mexican Cooking School - A Review

When I received the email last week from Catriona Brown in Puerto Morelos, I really wasn't sure what to expect. An empty seat had come available in her interesting new endeavor, The Little Mexican Cooking School and she invited me to sit in on the Read More...

Posted Wednesday, February 3, 2010 6:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Puerto Morelos , Schools, Fun, Recipes, 2009, Cooking

"Chocolate Indulgence" Workshop in Playa del Carmen

Are you a chocoholic? Do you admit your are powerless over chocolate? Then this is the seminar for you! Join the team from Bric Rentals and Ah Cacao for an interesting and delicious workshop surrounding this popular indulgence! This seminar will discuss: Read More...

Posted Monday, February 1, 2010 1:43 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Filed under: Events, Playa del Carmen , Fun, 2009

Babe's Celebrates 10 Years in Playa!!

Last night Per Langoe and Lena Bermann invited all of their friends to celebrate a truly momentous occasion: the 10th anniversary of Babe's Restaurant in Playa del Carmen. Without a doubt, Babe's is now practically synonimous with Playa del Carmen, Read More...

Posted Sunday, January 31, 2010 10:10 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Restaurants/Bars, Fun, 2009

"Hope for Haiti" Benefit in Playa del Carmen a Huge Success

Yesterday afternoon, the beach in front of Wicky's Restauran t in Playa del Carmen was the place to be for great BBQ and live music! The fundraiser, "Hope for Haiti", benefiting, Doctors Without Borders , was hosted by Wicky's, attracting Read More...

Posted Monday, January 25, 2010 10:06 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Charity, Live Music, 2009

"Hope for Haiti" Fundraiser in Playa del Carmen

On Sunday January 24th, fund-raising events will be executed simultaneously in Playa del Carmen and Akumal to raise much needed funds for the victims of the devastating earthquake that wracked the small island nation last week. This initiative, “Hope Read More...

Posted Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Mayan Riviera , Playa del Carmen , Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Charity, Live Music, 2009

Angel Notion - A Holiday Message from Lavonna Redman

Greetings and Happy Holidays to all "Life's a Beach" Readers. We have been so blessed this year and want to take a moment to remember that not everyone is as fortunate. Not everyone has the opportunities and advantages that we all enjoy. Read More...

Posted Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Community , Mayan Riviera , Playa del Carmen , Charity, Volunteering, 2009

Riviera Maya Dive Alliance Kicks of Photography Contest Sponsored by Canon!

On Saturday evening, the founding organizers of the Riviera Maya Dive Alliance kicked off their 1s t Underwater Photography Contest at Captain Dave's Bad Boys Beach Bar in Playa del Carmen. This unique union was formed by three of the finest regional Read More...

Posted Tuesday, December 8, 2009 7:42 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Community , Mayan Riviera , Playa del Carmen , Fun, 2009

2nd Annual Think Green Eco-Expo a Great Success!

Over thirty Riviera Maya businesses and organizations turned out to display their eco-friendly wares and spread the word about environmental responsibility at the 2nd annual Think Green Eco-Expo . Covering several blocks of Playa del Carmen's world Read More...

Posted Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:49 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Fun, Charity, 2009

New Cooking School Opens in Puerto Morelos

The Little Mexican Cooking School officially hangs out its shingle on December 8th and will continue with what they call ‘cooking class adventures’ every Tuesday and Thursday until the end of April. The school was born as a result of the passions Read More...

Posted Tuesday, November 24, 2009 6:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Community , Puerto Morelos , Restaurants/Bars, Schools, Fun, 2009, Cooking

Big Love for Playa Legend Captain Dave

A few days ago, many Playa del Carmen residents,including our family, received a message from Miss Sarah, Captain Dave's sister up in Memphis Tennessee. It seems after a battery of tests, doctors have discovered that our favorite pirate has small Read More...

Posted Friday, November 13, 2009 9:48 AM by Rob Kinnon | 5 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Live Music, 2009

Wednesday, Women and Wine Holiday Bazaar

This past Wednesday evening the ladies of Wednesday, Women and Wine hosted a special holiday bazaar at Coffee Cafe on 34th Street and 5th Avenue. Members and friends of this social networking group were on hand promoting their businesses, selling homemade Read More...

Posted Friday, November 6, 2009 9:21 AM by Rob Kinnon | 6 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Holidays, Fun, Shopping, 2009, Wine

Announcing New Riviera Maya Events Calendar

Announcing our new Riviera Maya Events Calendar!! With the combined efforts of 5 regional editors spread across the Riviera and Costa Maya, this is certain to be the most comprehensive listing of local events available all in one place. Search by location Read More...

Posted Wednesday, November 4, 2009 12:03 PM by Rob Kinnon | 2 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Community , Fun, Charity, Live Music, 2009

Interplaya Youth League Bests Tepeyac 5-1

In a rather surprising and spirited match up, the hodge-podge group of youngsters that makes up the Interplaya community youth team outscored the team from Colegio Tepeyac 5 -1. With just a few weeks of practice under their belts, this group, comprised Read More...

Posted Monday, November 2, 2009 6:57 PM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Schools, Fun, 2009