In this series of articles we will take a look at six different neighborhoods in the Riviera Maya, with examples of properties for sale and the various amenities available to residents. In Part One we begin with a look at Playa del Carmen's Downtown area. Playa del Carmen is quickly becoming one of the most coveted … [Read more...] about Riviera Maya by Neighborhoods: Part 1-Playa del Carmen Downtown
Papaya 15
Video: How to Get to the Beach from Papaya 15
How to get to the Beach is a new video series brought to you from the Top Mexico Channel. This new series will give you an accurate account of how close a development is to the gorgeous white sandy beaches of the Riviera Maya. Many properties state that they are close to the beach. But how close to the beach are they? … [Read more...] about Video: How to Get to the Beach from Papaya 15
Papaya 15, better than the renderings!
It doesn’t happen very often but occasionally a developments finished product will turnout better than their renderings. Such is the case with Papaya 15. Papaya 15 is a new condo development in the heart of the Playa del Carmen. Papaya 15 is walking distance to the gorgeous white sandy beaches and lively 5th avenue. … [Read more...] about Papaya 15, better than the renderings!
Canadians Living in Mexico: Facts About Buying a Property

Our last post covered some of the benefits of retiring or being a snowbird in Mexico. Hot weather, beautiful beaches and a vibrant culture and history, are among the main attractions for people looking to retire in this beautiful country. When planning to move, some of the most frequently asked questions have to … [Read more...] about Canadians Living in Mexico: Facts About Buying a Property
Papaya 15: Great Investment Opportunity
Downtown properties are always popular due to the close proximity to everything. One of those properties is Papaya 15, located in the heart of downtown, Playa del Carmen. Papaya 15 is only a couple of blocks from the white sandy beaches of the Caribbean and 5th avenue, lined with shops, restaurants and bars. Downtown … [Read more...] about Papaya 15: Great Investment Opportunity
Why Mexico Consistently Ranks One of the Top Destinations for Retirees
You may already know a bit about why Mexico consistently ranks one of the top destinations in the world for retirees looking for a happier, fulfilled and more affordable lifestyle: • It's very safe. For Example, Mexico City is four times safer than the United States capital with records of 24 murders per 100,000 … [Read more...] about Why Mexico Consistently Ranks One of the Top Destinations for Retirees
The Black Friday Mass Hysteria
Black Friday is the Friday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States and is known as the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Black Friday is the largest shopping day of the year, where retail shops offer the lowest prices of the year. On Black Friday droves of customers drag themselves out of bed early in … [Read more...] about The Black Friday Mass Hysteria
Papaya 15: Downtown Living in Playa del Carmen
Downtown living is not for everyone: those clients that are not confirmed urbanites, might not change the tranquility of the suburbs for the bustling city center. But in our experience, the homes in the heart of the city: with all its traffic, activity and crowds; are highly coveted in the Playa del Carmen real estate … [Read more...] about Papaya 15: Downtown Living in Playa del Carmen