PlayaLife Blog
Playa del Carmen is a fast growing beach town in the Riviera Maya that welcomes both tourists and new residents who wish to start a new life in paradise. Every day, hundreds of thousands of locals and tourists walk the streets of Playa del Carmen looking for a nice spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch or …
Kodomo Autismo Playa del Carmen is a wonderful local organization doing incredible work in our community to help support families with children diagnosed or with a suspected diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. The organization is currently hosting its annual Tapatón fundraiser to raise money to …
When we received the invitation to attend a three day gastronomic festival at the exclusive Belmond Maroma Hotel, one of the most reputable hotels in the Riviera Maya, we knew that we were about to experience a unique and sensational culinary adventure. Local and international chefs and sommeliers a…
Earlier this month, BuyPlaya was among a group of local press and influencers invited to attend the Akumal Monkey mural arts festival at the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary in the Riviera Maya. This was the eighth mural arts festival hosted by Varios Barrios, a social-collaborative group made up of artists …
Recently I had to drive to Belize on personal business. I worried about how complicated the trip and crossing would be. I was surprised as to how easy it was.
What to bring:
My girlfriend and I packed the car with the things we needed for a few days in Belize…avoiding bringing anything of huge v…
The magnificent Riviera Maya has an infinite amount of natural treasures and gems. It's not only the white sand beaches, turquoise sea, colorful gastronomy, and striking history to which we owe the essence of its culture. The Riviera Maya hides some of its best kept secrets in the jungle, deep under…
On Saturday, April 1st, Coco’s Animal Welfare celebrated its 8th annual cocktail party/benefit. A silent auction was held at the Fiesta Inn to help fund Coco’s mission; to provide free spay and neuter services to cats and dogs in the Playa del Carmen area.
Everything auctioned was generously do…
On Sunday, March 19th, the Puerto Aventuras Colonos Association hosted its 7th International Food Festival in beautiful Puerto Aventuras, an exclusive residential resort community set around a deep water marina in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya.
Around 300 people attended this wonderful famil…
Akumal is a tiny beach community located just south of Playa del Carmen in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Popular among expats and tourists, this laid-back beach town is best known for its white sandy beaches and bays full of sea turtles and tropical fish. It's also home to some amazing resta…
After you buy your Riviera Maya vacation home or rental investment property, the next step is to furnish and decorate your new space. A great place to start is around the pool area, because it’s where you or your guests will be spending the most time lounging and entertaining.
The good news is th…
Mark your calendars! On April 1, 2017 Coco’s Animal Welfare is hosting its 8th Anniversary Cocktail Party in Playa del Carmen. There will be live music, a raffle, and a live and online auction. This is a fantastic opportunity to come out and help support this wonderful local non-profit.
Coco’s …
There are so many details to take care of before moving to Playa. One of the most important is how do we get Fido and Mittens across the border. It's easier than one might think.
First of all let's make a checklist. Starting with the obvious:
Make sure your pet has a name tag with your contact i…
Everyone is familiar with the restaurants, shops, clubs and aggressive street vendors of La Quinta Avenida pedestrian walk. If you are lucky you may find some authentic art made right in the Riviera Maya that isn’t of Frida Khalo. In fact, if you walk just a bit north of the center on fifth you wi…
If there’s one thing we can’t get enough of, it’s live music... and tacos. Ok, two things.
Lucky for us, Playa's funky-chic gastropub, La Finísima Caguamería de Esquina, has opened its doors as a forum for local and emerging artists with a variety of live music and weekly events for locals …
Designed in a Spanish hacienda style with large ocean view terraces, a beautiful patio and pool area with lush tropical plants, and a spacious roof deck, Casa Moto is one of the most eye-catching properties currently on the market in the Riviera Maya.
This spectacular oceanfront villa is one of aro…
Calling all food and wine lovers!
One of the biggest culinary events of the year, the Cancun Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival is back for its 6th edition on March 15-19, 2017. This spectacular food and wine festival features the very best Mexican and international chefs and sommeliers creating…
AND they’re all located just minutes from the bohemian chic town center!
Famous for its white sandy beaches and stunning clifftop Mayan ruins, Tulum is one of the fastest-growing beach towns in the Riviera Maya and a fantastic place to own real estate. Whether you’re searching for a permanent h…
Now in its fifth year, the Seaside Rotary Golf Classic is a charity golf tournament to support the Playa del Carmen Seaside Rotary Club, a club dedicated to helping to improve the lives of disadvantaged youth and families in Playa del Carmen, Mexico through fundraising and volunteer support for loca…
Playa del Carmen is an exciting, high-energy coastal resort town and a popular spot for destination weddings, honeymoons, and romantic couple's getaways; but sometimes it can be just as romantic to get away from it all and spend time somewhere that's a little more low-key. Fortunately, day trips and…
Making greener choices when it comes to your vacation home is good for the planet and your pocketbook. Whether you’re currently in the market for a Riviera Maya vacation home, or you’ve already purchased your property and are looking to make some improvements, here are 10 ways to make your vacat…
