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Casting Call - Playa del Carmen Expat Series!!

The Travel Channel is looking for the ultimate stories of escape from the courageous few who checked their suit Read More...
Posted Friday, May 16, 2014 6:38 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

2013 About.com Readers Choice Awards - Vote Riviera Maya!!

Greetings from sunny Playa del Carmen!! Once again, our little blog "Life's a Beach" was nominated for the About.com Readers Choice Award for Favorite Mexico Blog. I just found out that I am now a finalist. Huzzah!! But wait...it get's even better! "Life's a Beach" blog was not the only nod toward the Riviera Maya! Read More...
Posted Wednesday, February 20, 2013 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

2012 Feria de Playa del Carmen Sport Fishing Tournament

The second annual Feria del Carmen Sport Fishing Tournament in Playa del Carmen will take place this Saturday at 8:00 am sharp leaving from the beach in front of Playa del Carmen's historic Parque Fundadores. First place in this exciting contest is a cash prize of 25 thousand pesos! Read More...
Posted Friday, July 13, 2012 8:41 AM 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

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

Vote for "Life's a Beach" in About.com 2012 Readers Choice Awards!

Greeting to all "Life's a Beach" readers! This blog was recently nominated for the About.com Readers Choice Award for Favorite Mexico Blog of 2012. I just found out that "Life's Beach" is now a finalist! We are in the company of some excellent blogs, so this is quite an honor. Read More...
Posted Thursday, February 23, 2012 9:32 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Date Announced for 3rd Annual BuyPlaya "Corre Por Ak Lu'um" in Playa del Carmen

Once again, Ak Lu'um International School, Mexico's first ecological school, is pleased to invite all Riviera Maya athletes and families to participate in the third annual ‘BuyPlaya 5K Run for Ak Lu'um', an exciting 5K race through the streets of Playa del Carmen. Sponsored by BuyPlaya Real Estate Advisors, the leading agency for Playa del Carmen real estate, the race will take place on March 25, 2012 at 7:45 am sharp. Read More...
Posted Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:05 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

2nd Annual Family Eco-Challenge at Ak Lu'um!

There are only a few days left before the 2nd annual Eco Reto 2011, a unique eco challenge where families are invited to build the greenest and most original toy or game. Ak Lu'um International School is preparing its jungle campus to receive environmentalists, government representatives and families from the Riviera Maya who will present their original creations to a select panel of judges. The contest and Eco-Fair will be held on December 11 from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm at the Ak Lu'um International School in Playa del Carmen. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, November 29, 2011 1:30 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Don't Miss the 9th Annual Festival de la Tortuga Marina!

The 9th annual Sea Turtle Festival is scheduled for October 13 - 16 2011 in Tulum. The Festival de la Tortuga Marina is a free event whose mission is to raise awareness in residents and tourists alike about sea turtle protection. Read More...
Posted Friday, September 30, 2011 9:44 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Beach Bocce Ball Comes to Playa del Carmen!!

Playa del Carmen's first ever Beach Bocce Ball Event is coming to Canibal Royal! Hosted by Canibal Royal, Latido de Mexico, and Playa Maya News, this one-of-kind event is one not to be missed! The tournament will be held on May 29th 2011 from 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

6th Annual Three-Legged Bar Crawl Raises $30,000 MXN

On April 10, 2011, Playa del Carmen residents and visitors gathered together to participate in one the region's best loved events, the annual Three-Legged Bar Crawl to support the Bomberos of Quintana Roo. This year, marks the 6th running of this event. A record 16 teams strapped themselves together for this fun-filled race through the busy streets of this seaside city encouraged by the cheers of onlookers and event sponsors. Read More...
Posted Monday, April 11, 2011 10:56 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

BuyPlaya "Run for Ak Lu'um" Raises Funds for Ecological School

On the morning of March 20, Riviera Maya athletes and families gathered in Playa del Carmen’s Parque Leona Vicario to take their marks for the “Run for Ak Lu’um”, a 5K race sponsored annually by BuyPlaya Real Estate Advisors , Read More...
Posted Thursday, April 7, 2011 8:32 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

BuyPlaya ‘Run for Ak Lu’um’ Draws Support of Riviera Maya Business Owners

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...
Posted Monday, March 14, 2011 10:38 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Ak Lu'um International School Announces 2nd Annual ‘BuyPlaya 5K Run for Ak Lu’um’

Ak Lu'um International School, Mexico’s first ecological school, invites all Riviera Maya athletes and families to participate in the second annual ‘BuyPlaya 5K Run for Ak Lu’um’. Sponsored by Playa del Carmen’s leading real estate company, BuyPlaya Real Estate Advisors, the race will take place on March 20, 2011 at 8:00am sharp. Read More...
Posted Thursday, February 10, 2011 11:10 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments
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