Is Cozumel Safe for Travel in 2018?
Is Cozumel Safe for Travel in 2018? Cozumel is a hot tourist spot, a place many people visit when in the Riviera Maya, and a common stop for cruise ships in the area. It’s relatively easy to get to Cozumel from Cancun, and a beautiful place to check out. However, there has been a lot […]
Best Ziplines Near Playa del Carmen
Ziplining! An activity that is incredibly popular here in Latin America among tourists and visitors. We’ve been asked over and over again about where you can go ziplining, so we’re putting it in a post! There are tons of places to zipline near Playa del Carmen, and we’ve done a little work for you to […]
Visiting Yal Ku Lagoon in Akumal
Yal-ku Lagoon is a beautiful lagoon for snorkeling, swimming, and simply hanging out. Located right in the town of Akumal, the lagoon is less-visited than many more popular tourist destinations, especially if you go early in the morning! What is Yal-Ku? Yal-Ku is a little lagoon located just north of Half Moon Bay in Akumal. […]
Should You Pay in Pesos or Dollars in Mexico?
Every place in Mexico is different, but it’s a question we see over and over. If you’re visiting the country, you may want to know if you should use pesos or dollars in Mexico. To give the shortest answer possible, here it is: Use pesos. The pros far outweigh the cons. Can You Use US […]
Aiport for Flying into Playa del Carmen
Although it has an airport in town, you do not usually fly directly into Playa del Carmen. Instead, most visitors come into town through the Cancun airport. However, there is a Playa del Carmen airport that offers charters, activities, and more. We’ll cover how to fly into Playa del Carmen, and what you can do […]
Playacar – Guide to This Area of Playa del Carmen
Playacar is a popular expat neighborhood in Playa del Carmen. It’s actually where we live currently. The large gated community is full of homes, apartment buildings, hotels, and golf courses. Let’s start by diving into the basics of Playacar. Basics of Playacar – Phases, Location, Security Playacar is located just south of the town of […]
Learning Spanish in Playa del Carmen
If you’re living in Playa del Carmen, we strongly recommend making the effort to learn to speak Spanish. Although many in the community speak English, it definitely is easier to get by as a Spanish-speaker. Benefits of Learning Spanish Although there are a lot of people who speak English in the community, learning Spanish is […]
Ek Balam – The 2019 Guide to Visiting
The ruins of Ek Balam are certainly not one of the most well-known or most-visited sites in the Yucatan. However, Ek Balam is a beautiful place to dive into Mayan history and learn about the culture. One of the reasons we love Ek Balam is that it is often much quieter than other sites like […]
Marquesitas – A Favorite Local Dessert
If you spend any time walking around Playa del Carmen, you will surely come across marquesitas. These sweet treats are a popular Yucatan dessert, but are new to many visitors. Before diving into what they are and where to find them, let’s learn a little bit about their history! History of Marquesitas Like many desserts […]
Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos
The small town of Puerto Morelos has many things to offer. Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Puerto Morelos made our list of the best places to snorkel in Mexico. Its coral reef is a marine park, and the reef is well-preserved and relatively healthy. Puerto Morelos is just 35 kilometers north of […]
The Best Restaurants in Playa del Carmen in 2019
Playa del Carmen is home to many things: incredible beaches, world-class snorkeling, and some of the best food in the Yucatan. With all of the different restaurants and places to eat, we’ve greated this guide to the best restaurants in Playa del Carmen. If food is your thing, you may want to check out our post […]