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Crèches in Akumal Norte, 2017

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Crèches created by maintenance employees are once more on display in Akumal Norte.  These photos were taken in daylight, but you might want to wander around to see the lighted displays.  The crèches will remain until Three Kings Day, 6 January.    
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The String Hammock–One of the Best Authentic Souvenirs

December 31, 2017 0
The string hammock  from the Yucatan is one of the absolute best souvenirs, particularly if you want comfort, authencitity, and help for indigenous communities.  I have observed these colorful sleeping accommodations by peeking inside a Maya home, enjoying the gentle swaying on the balcony of a tourist condo, and relishing those in [……]
Events

Ambulance Fundraiser Recap

December 31, 2017 0
from Marieke White, Organizer Extraordinaire: Sending a huge thank you to everyone who participated in the Akumal Ambulance charity dinner on Saturday night!  We raised MX$67,800 pesos for the ambulance!  Special thanks go out to Jennifer and Bart Smith from the iconic Turtle Bay Café, who donated 100% of the [……]
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What’s New Around Akumal

December 31, 2017 0
Maybe you already know this, but it’s new to us: Local artist Jake Klone was looking for someone who could make him a car key — locked out at the library. He got two names from the expats and locals in Playa del Carmen group on Facebook.:  Juan @ 984-165-3586 and [……]
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Good-bye, Casa Maya! (Charity Auction)

December 31, 2017 0
  Good-bye, Casa Maya! The historic little stone house next to Yool Caanal is ending its history in Akumal this winter. It’s one of the very first structures to be built on Half Moon Bay. Everything in the house will be sold – furniture, appliances, kitchen supplies, linens, art, and [……]
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WOW!!! Tequilaville did it again!

December 31, 2017 0
There were 498 kids this year, and a few gifts left over for next year.  A fellow stopped by a few days before the fiesta and offered to MC the event, which he did as his alter ego Chocolito the Clown.   He played games with the kids until Santa arrived, then helped kids and [……]
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New Ruling on Disputed Akumal Bay Beach Access

December 31, 2017 0
from Riviera Maya News        December 6, 2017:  Isabella Davis Akumal Bay, Mexico — A resolution for the strip of land that has been used as a public access point to the beach at Akumal Bay has been reached. In a press conference, the Akumal Ecological Center (CEA) presented the results of the [……]
Nature and Critters

Out Our Back Door, January 2018

December 31, 2017 0
Leopard Gecko (Eublepharis macularius)   The leopard gecko lizard has been bred in captivity in the United States for more than 30 years and is one of the most commonly kept lizards today. These hardy saurians come in a variety of colors, patterns, and sizes. This is a great species [……]
Nature and Critters

Mayan Garden Club Tip of the Month, December 2017

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  A Native Plant   Crinum Augustum is one of about 180 species of Crinum which thrive in subtropical and tropical regions. These plants will grow almost anywhere they have enough water. They will flourish in marshes, swamps, sandy areas, wetlands, and in your garden. Crinum lilies can reach 5’ tall [……]