One of the really big points in favor of Quadra Alea Condos is the walking distance to Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue. As I’ve mentioned before, the complex is also a beautiful oasis of green space and quiet in the heart of downtown; today let’s take a look at the downtown part of this – especially Little … [Read more...] about Quadra Alea Condos – The Charm of Little Italy, Just around the Corner
Living in Mexico
Playa del Carmen Real Estate – Do You Remember the Good Old Days?
Do you remember the good old days? You know, those days when life was more relaxing, but at the same time, there seemed to be more opportunities for everyone – opportunities in buying a home, in business, in just getting ahead in life without the stress and all of that. These days, it seems like … [Read more...] about Playa del Carmen Real Estate – Do You Remember the Good Old Days?
Mexico Real Estate – What Will The Neighbors Be Like? Part 2 – Mexicans
As I mentioned in yesterday's post (Mexico Real Estate – What Are The Neighbors Like? Part 1 - Expats), Mexicans are very welcoming in general. They have a very distinct culture, but unlike many parts of Europe, the majority of Mexicans do not have a “protectionist†way of thinking; they don’t see outsiders or … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – What Will The Neighbors Be Like? Part 2 – Mexicans
Mexico Real Estate – What Are The Neighbors Like? Part 1 – Expats
When it comes right down to it, all of us will ask this question when we are looking for a new home, anywhere. Yet, when buying Mexico real estate and jumping into a new culture, we just don’t know what to expect; what will the neighbors be like? What kind of people will they be? Are they easy to get along … [Read more...] about Mexico Real Estate – What Are The Neighbors Like? Part 1 – Expats
Mexico Retirement – Jazz Festival Coming Up in Playa del Carmen!
How time flies - I remember going to a few of Playa del Carmen's earlier jazz festivals, and it's still in the back of my mind that this is something new; but this year's festival, running from Thurs, Nov. 22 to Sat. Nov. 24, is the tenth annual Riviera Maya International Festival! This festival is really something … [Read more...] about Mexico Retirement – Jazz Festival Coming Up in Playa del Carmen!
Mexico Retirement Places to See – A Quaint, Colonial Mayan Town
Yet another part of our road trip to Yucatan (see Yucatan Road Trip – Enjoying the Drive and Yucatan Real Estate Discovery Trip Part 1 – Beachfront Luxury in Progreso) - a stop at a beautiful colonial Mayan town - Valladolid. Valladolid is one of the Yucatan's best kept secrets and a excellent little day (or … [Read more...] about Mexico Retirement Places to See – A Quaint, Colonial Mayan Town
Yucatan Road Trip – Enjoying the Drive
Right now, I'm enjoying a little stay here in Merida with my family - absolutely beautiful colonial city! But one of the parts I always enjoy about my trips to Merida is the drive itself. A road trip is one of the many fun excursions that Americans and Canadians can enjoy in a Mexico retirement; I'm not retired … [Read more...] about Yucatan Road Trip – Enjoying the Drive
Great Deals in Costa Maya Real Estate, New Mahahual, near Puerto Costa Maya Cruise Ship Port
With the high season around the corner, a lot of attention has been focused recently on the area of New Mahahual, near the Costa Maya cruise ship port. Beautifying the area is taking place now with house fronts being painted, free of charge, and general cleaning of the main avenue’s gardens. There are now walkways … [Read more...] about Great Deals in Costa Maya Real Estate, New Mahahual, near Puerto Costa Maya Cruise Ship Port