PlayaLife Blog
If you love free concerts on the beach, then we hope you’ll be in town from November 30 to December 2, 2018, because the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival is back for its 16th edition! And this year’s festival lineup is looking pretty good.
Attracting thousands of locals and tourists, this incredible …
October in Playa del Carmen is in full swing, and even though we're in the middle of “low season”, you’ll still find plenty of things to do with the upcoming Halloween and Day of the Dead holidays. Halloween falls on October 31 and Day of the Dead is a 2-day celebration on November 1 and 2; si…
As if there isn’t already plenty to do for Day of the Dead in Playa del Carmen, now you can mingle with star chefs and enjoy exquisite food and wine tastings at the 10th edition of the Wine and Food Festival. This spectacular 4-day event features the very best Mexican and international chefs and s…
I hear an awful lot of complaints about “service” in Playa del Carmen; Poor service from waiters in restaurants, dishonest practices at beach clubs, rip off artists at Pemex, NO at all service from Telmex…. I tend to focus on the positive and appreciate some of the great services we DO have in…
On the night of September 15th, the entire country of Mexico will come together to celebrate their independence. Every year Mexicans gather at their local zocalos, bars and restaurants for “El Grito” (The Cry of Independence), yelling “Viva Mexico!” out of pride for this amazing country.
An…
If you read our previous blog post, then you already know that the Bravest Race is a challenging mud-run-style 5K obstacle race at Xplor Park in the Riviera Maya. It's the kind of race where you have to run, jump, swim, climb, and crawl to get to the finish line.
This year, one of our favorite Play…
Xplor Park’s mud-run-style 5K obstacle race, Xplor Bravest Race, is BACK!
On September 16, 2018, you'll get to run through the jungle, swim through caves, traverse daring obstacles, and face many other natural and man-made challenges in one of our region’s most incredible locations: Xplor Park.…
This November, escape to Akumal for three days of art, making, food, drink, and good company at Akumal Arts Fest presented by Turtle Bay Cafe and Tortuga Escondida Residency Center.
This brand new mural arts festival is taking place November 9, 10 & 11, 2018 in Akumal Pueblo, with satellite ven…
This August, Coco’s Animal Rescue is hosting a community spay and neuter clinic with the goal of offering free sterilization for over 1,000 animals in Playa del Carmen. And you can help!
Coco’s is seeking volunteers and monetary donations to assist with their free 5-day spay and neuter clinic t…
BuyPlaya has been for years, not only a witness, but also a fan and admirer of the canoers that each year bravely cross the open sea, from Xcaret to Cozumel back and forth for the Sacred Mayan Journey. This year, one of us made a dream come true and applied to the 2018 Sacred Mayan Journey.....
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Gorgeous white sand beaches, clear turquoise Caribbean waters, a bustling pedestrian street lined with shops and restaurants, and a prime location in the heart of the Riviera Maya; these are just a few of the things that make Playa del Carmen such a fantastic place to own real estate. Whether you’…
Once again, we are putting together a listing of camps and programs (cursos de verano) for children in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya for the summer of 2018. These are the programs and summer camps that we have found so far for kids living in Playa del Carmen and all across the Riviera Maya. …
On June 8, 9 and 10, Explayarte will present its latest live show, the hit Broadway musical School of Rock, at the beautiful Teatro de la Ciudad (City Theater) in Playa del Carmen!
School of Rock The Musical tells the story of wannabe rock star Dewey Finn, who poses as a substitute teacher at a pre…
We have been fans of the beautiful “The Fives Plaza” since its opening a couple of years ago. An impressive space of more than 4000 square meters, the plaza not only hosts some of the best events in town, but also is home to amazing foodies gems such as Koh Thai (Thai restaurant), Oka Sushi Bar,…
With white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and incredible snorkeling spots at every turn, Akumal's Half Moon Bay has become a haven for buyers in search of that laid-back Mexico beach vibe. Whether you’re searching for a permanent home, a vacation home or a profitable rental property in Akum…
If you’ve ever dreamed of living and working in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, this boutique hotel business in Tulum might be just the ticket.
Only minutes from the Tulum town center, Hotel Delux Tulum is a 12-room hotel with rustic décor and plenty of tropical charm. It already has a steady flow of g…
Get ready to be entertained and inspired at Up with People’s Live On Tour 2018 musical show this Saturday, April 7th at the Teatro de la Ciudad (City Theater) in Playa del Carmen!
More than just a traveling musical theater group, Up With People provides young adults with an international gap year…
On April 20, 21 and 22, Explayarte will present the award-winning Broadway musical RENT live at the beautiful Teatro de la Ciudad (City Theater) located right here in Playa del Carmen!
One of the longest-running Broadway shows of all time, RENT is a rock musical with music, lyrics, and book by Jona…
On March 18, 2018, the Puerto Aventuras Colonos Association will host the 8th edition of the International Food Festival of Puerto Aventuras in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico. This wonderful family-friendly event is a great way to learn about different cultures and sample some delicious dishes, all …
On March 24, 2018, Coco’s Animal Welfare is hosting its 9th Anniversary Cocktail Party in Playa del Carmen. There will be live music, a raffle, and a live and online auction. If you're going to be in town, this is a fantastic opportunity to help support this wonderful local non-profit.
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