Co.Cos Cooking School, Catering, and Chef for a Day!

By / 19th September, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

Guests often ask me about Things to Do in Playa, and I’m always looking for new businesses and services.  We tried Co.Cos this month and it was fabulous!!!  It’s a Cooking School, Catering Service, and offers private “Chef Services”!

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BPM Festival 2012, December 30 – January 8

By / 13th September, 2011 / Events / Off

BPM Festival Information. The BPM Festival, Mexico’s biggest electronic music/dance festival, celebrates its blow-out 5th anniversary in Playa del Carmen on the Riviera Maya from December 30, 2011 to January 8, 2012.  The  BPM Festival 2012 is exected to be bigger than the record breaking 25,000 that attended in 2011.

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Things to Do in Playa Del Carmen in November, 2011

By / 13th September, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

November 20  Taste of Playa
Taste of Playa is an annual culinary event in Playa del Carmen that celebrates the creativity and cultural influences of chefs throughout the Riviera Maya. The event is a platform used to promote the unique culinary perspectives that fuel the passions and creativity of local chefs that defines the modern Riviera Maya.

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Weather in Playa

By / 6th September, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

Sunny and Warm

Playa del Carmen has a sub-tropical climate, which means it’s almost always warm, and can be very hot in August and September. The annual average temperature is about 27C or 80F and can be humid. Weather here is pretty reliable:  sunny most days.  When it rains it’s usually in brief bursts followed by sunshine. Regardless   of what time of year you get here, you will have great beach days and the ocean is always warm enough to swim in. Here are the guidelines for Playa during the   year.

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Where is Playa del Carmen?

By / 6th September, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

Playa del Carmen is located on the Gulf Side of Mexico with beautiful beaches and water. It is one of the most attractive destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. Located in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, 68 km (42 mi) south of Cancun, it has an ideal subtropical climate with an average temperature of 25º C (77º F) and sunny days throughout most of the year. During the summer, the maximum temperature can reach 35º C (95º F).

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Bachelorette party on the beach – There’s Nothing Like It!

By / 3rd September, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

We arrived in Playa on Friday, September 2. Yes this is hurricane season, but look around. Do you see any hurricanes? Weather is hot, breezy and wonderful. We went for a walk today and came across this bachelorette party. Does this look like fun! Ladies, you were the best!

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Discounts and Promotional Rates in Playa del Carmen: Rates are Scheduled to Increase

By / 14th August, 2011 / Playa Blog / Off

We just received notice from our Property management Association that rates in 2012 for El Taj Ocean, El Taj Beach, Porto Playa, Maya Villa and Villa Sacbe will be increased for reservations made after September 14, 2011.

 

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November 26 Lineup for Riviera Maya Jazz Festival in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

By / 8th August, 2011 / Events / Off

yellowjackets1Yellowjackets
Yellowjackets celebrate 30 years as one of the premiere jazz groups of our time with the release of “Timeline” on March 15. William Kennedy is back in the drum chair after a 10 year hiatus, and “Timeline” features a guest appearance by Yellowjackets alumni, Robben Ford. Yellowjackets first recorded in 1980 with Robben on guitar.

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Riviera Maya Jazz Festival November 24 – 26 in Playa del Carmen

By / 28th July, 2011 / Events / Off

The 9th International Riviera Maya Jazz Festival will be held in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico November 24 – 26 at Mamita’s Beach, a 5 minute walk from Porto Playa Condo Hotel and El Taj Ocean Condo Hotel. Both hotels are offering a 40% off package.

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Jazz Festival in Playa del Carmen November 24 – 26, 2011

By / 28th July, 2011 / Events / Off

The 9th International Riviera Maya Jazz Festival will be held in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico November 24 – 26 at Mamita’s Beach, a 5 minute walk from Porto Playa Condo Hotel and El Taj Ocean Condo Hotel. Both hotels are offering a 40% off package. For rates and availability contact Laura.

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