July 2014 - AkumalNow

New Businesses in Akumal

July 31, 2014 0

We’re lucky to add two new businesses in Akumal. The list keeps growing! Spanish Classes Felipe Aguilar is a graduate and former faculty member of the University of Campeche. He has taught Spanish for over 17 years. He offers Spanish classes at the basic, intermediate and advanced levels for adults and [……]

US-Mexico Ferry Update

July 31, 2014 0

In case you missed the mailing about the US-Mexico ferry, here’s what we know as of 29 July 2014 about the project’s status: One very large remaining question is the US port and Yucatan port. United Caribbean is still in negotiations with the [……]

Dancers in North Akumal!

July 30, 2014 0

This season we have dancers in North Akumal! La Buena Vida has been host to a traditional dance group called Mictlan-teotl. The young people come from D.F. and Mexico state. They also appear in Playa del Carmen beginning at 5:00 each evening. [……]

Comings and Goings – July

July 30, 2014 0

George and Josie Pritchard Paula, Neil and Katie Humphrys Hugh Maynard (missed in June) Kevin and Carol Milan Phil Growick John and Linda Novak are finally back Randy and Susan Stacey and Brian Doug and Susan If we missed you let us know!

Happy Birthday – Latino Style

July 29, 2014 0

It’s been suggested that we AkumalNowians need to learn the traditional Mexican Happy Birthday song. Las Mañanitas is not only sung to celebrate birthdays and saint’s days here in Mexico, but it’s also popular in other Latino countries. In Columbia they sing it at quinceañera parties. Because it is traditional, [……]

Coatis in Akumal

July 25, 2014 0

Coatis are in the raccoon family and they are indigenous to the southwest U.S., Mexico, Central and South America. They are sometimes called “coatimundis” but their official name is coati in both Spanish and English. Around here locals refer to this animal as a “tejón,” which is actually a badger, [……]

Coral Reefs at Risk

July 25, 2014 0

Conservationists have warned that without timely action, the existence of most Caribbean coral reefs is dramatically at risk. Jeremy Moore, Reef4Akumal A. C. / Expedition Akumal, recently met with Baruch Figueroa-Zavala, coordinator of Coastal Research, to pinpoint the threats posed to the health of our local Caribbean waters and its coral [……]

Moto Club to Buy School Supplies

July 25, 2014 0

The Moto Club Jinetes de la Riviera Maya is a group of Akumal residents who ride motorcycles. Their main objectives are to explore new places, have adventures, and offer help to the community and to those who need it. They have a few ongoing causes, including providing school supplies for children and [……]

Organic and Natural Market

July 25, 2014 0

Tiangus Organic and Natural Market on Sunday July 20th was a really HOT event in many ways. The new location at Aldea Zamá is a beautiful, perfect setting for the many vendors. The large jungle trees give shade over a path with fountains, art and a beautiful stone paved walkway. You [……]

Chemuyil Baseball Team Gets New Uniforms

July 22, 2014 0

Chemuyil’s baseball team is sporting a new look thanks to the Chan Chemuyil Homeowner’s Club. Residents of Chan Chemuyil have enjoyed watching the games and following the team’s success for years, but a need for team uniforms was noted by some fans. A fund was started last fall and just [……]