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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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Kicks4Kids 2014! Holiday Help for the Kids of Playa!

re you looking for a way to help some of the the less fortunate children of Playa del Carmen this holiday season? Read More...

Posted Tuesday, December 16, 2014 10:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Playa del Carmen , Holidays, Charity, Rivera Maya, 2014, Kicks 4 Kids

Playa del Carmen Summer Camps 2014

Once again, we have put together a listing of camps and programs for children in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya for the summer of 2014. Read More...

Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2014 10:17 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Schools, Rivera Maya, Summer Camps, 2014

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

Filed under: Travel, Fun, Contest, Rivera Maya, 2014, News, Jobs

Playa del Carmen Food Festival Hangs up its Apron After 5 Years

After five fantastic and delicious events, the Executive Committee has decided that the 5th Anniversary year of Taste of Playa will be its last. Executive Chairperson, Monica Hartlief confirmed this decision to me last night by phone before making the public announcement this morning. Read More...

Posted Monday, February 3, 2014 11:29 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Travel, Fun, Taste of Playa, Rivera Maya, 2014

Recycling on the Riviera Maya - An Update for 2014

Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! Without the regular pick-up service that many of us were accustomed to in the US and Canada, many people living in Playa del Carmen are unaware or confused about their options for recycling. Read More...

Posted Monday, February 3, 2014 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Recycling, Rivera Maya, Culture, 2014

Christmas Dreams and DIF - A Partnership of Giving

"Life's a Beach" readers already know that Christmas Dream Playa has done a wonderful job over the past few years raising awareness about disabled and disadvantaged children in this region with their annual toy drives and "Letters to Santa" campaigns. Read More...

Posted Thursday, January 9, 2014 12:28 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Puerto Aventuras, Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Charity, Volunteering, Rivera Maya, 2013, 2014, Kicks 4 Kids

Cirque du Soleil Theater Being Built on the Riviera Maya !!

Barbara Anderson, finance columnist for the publication Milenio, speaks in her column "Nada personal solo negocios" ("Nothing Personal, Just Business") about the show center for the famous Cirque du Soleil that will be built in the Riviera Maya. Read More...

Posted Tuesday, December 10, 2013 8:48 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Travel, Fun, Rivera Maya, Culture, 2013

Taste of Playa - Tempting Our Tastebuds for 5 Years!

On Sunday November 24th, Taste of Playa was held once again in the beautiful Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean. Now in its 5th year, Taste of Playa has grown to be one of the most anticipated events of the year, drawing visitors to the city of Playa del Carmen to sample the cuisine of 40 or more international chefs who have come to the Riviera Maya from all across the globe. Read More...

Posted Friday, December 6, 2013 5:31 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Cooking, Taste of Playa, Rivera Maya, Culture, 2013

Taste of Playa Wine and Food Pairing Dinner at la Casa del Agua

On Wednesday evening, Taste of Playa celebrated its 5th anniversary with a spectacular wine and food pairing event hosted by La Casa del Agua. Read More...

Posted Sunday, November 24, 2013 9:24 AM by Rob Kinnon | 3 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Taste of Playa, Wine, Rivera Maya, Culture, 2013

November is now "Taste of Playa Month" in Playa del Carmen!

In celebration of Taste of Playa's 5th anniversary event, The Taste of Playa Executive Committee names the month of November ‘Taste of Playa Month.' Read More...

Posted Friday, November 1, 2013 10:56 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Travel, Restaurants/Bars, Fun, Charity, Taste of Playa, Wine, Rivera Maya, Culture, 2013

Updating the Riviera Maya Events Calendar

It seems more and more people are finding their way to our Riviera Maya Events Calendar since we first rolled it out on our website in October of 2011. While getting off to a slow start, traffic to the calendar has quadrupled in the past year and we are getting really good feedback from people....lots of nice compliments and some good constructive criticism, which I am hoping to address with this update. Read More...

Posted Friday, October 4, 2013 10:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Blogging, Rivera Maya, 2013

The MEXICO Report Announces the ‘2013 Real Heroes of Mexico'

Yesterday, The MEXICO Report announced the ‘2013 Real Heroes of Mexico' awardees showcasing 30 profiles of those making a difference in Mexico. The Real Heroes of Mexico project was created in 2012 by Susie Albin-Najera, the creator and editor of The MEXICO Report, an internationally recognized blog showcasing all the positive, inspirational stories taking place in Mexico everyday. Read More...

Posted Monday, September 2, 2013 12:04 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Community , Charity, Volunteering, Rivera Maya, 2013

News in the Fight to Keep Exotics Off of 5th Avenue

Today's online edition of the Playa del Carmen newspaper La Respuesta featured an update about the fight to keep exotic animals from being exploited to the tourist trade in Playa del Carmen. Those of us who have been a part of the process, sending letters and petitions to PROFEPA and SEMERNAT will not be satisfied with the comments issued by Carlos Rafael Muñoz Terab, Secretary of Ecology and the Environment. Read More...

Posted Friday, April 12, 2013 10:36 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Community , Mayan Riviera , Playa del Carmen , Wildlife, Rivera Maya, Animal Rescue, 2013

Have a Safe Spring Break on the Riviera Maya

Over 100,000 American teenagers and young adults travel to resort areas throughout Mexico for Spring Break each year. While most enjoy their vacation without incident, a small number are arrested, become victims of crime, or even die. Using common sense will help you avoid trouble. Read More...

Posted Monday, March 11, 2013 5:00 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Mayan Riviera , Playa del Carmen , Family Life, Holidays, Travel, Fun, Rivera Maya, 2013

Dates Set for 2013 Riviera Maya Jazz Festival

Organizers of the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival have released the concert dates for 2013. Read More...

Posted Saturday, March 9, 2013 12:37 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Filed under: Announcements, Events, Community , Playa del Carmen , Travel, Fun, Live Music, Rivera Maya, Jazz Festival, Culture, 2013