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Who is AkumalNow?
Who is AkumalNow? That is a great question. We are a group of locals that got together and wanted to build a platform for sharing great information, stories, and most of all providing details on upcoming events. If you want to know what is going on in Akumal and the [……]
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Akumal Area Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it customary to tip maids? Yes. How much? It is up to the guest. However, it’s usual to leave at least $20 pesos/day for each guest; often guests leave 5% of their rental total. Of course, if you really liked the service, then show them. Is it safe to [……]
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Jose “Piton” Dzul – In Memoriam
On April 14, 2014, Jose “Pitón” Dzul of Chemuyil was in a tragic car accident outside of the town, sustaining severe head trauma, a punctured lung and was hospitalized in Playa Del Carmen. Sadly, he succumbed to his extensive injuries on the morning of April 18, 2014 after being transferred to [……]
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May Dates to Remember
Birthdays and Anniversaries 1 Mónica Estrada and Juan Antonio Huerta, Anniversary 2 Sandra Titze, Birthday 2 Steve & Heather DePaola, Anniversary 2 Diane Daniell, Birthday 4 Russ & Stephanie Motley, Anniversary 4 Kai White – [……]
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April Comings and Goings
Gary and Myrna Sparks arrived April 16. Their son, Turner Sparks, arrived from China and is one of the headliners for the Akumal Comedy Festival. Gail Rowland has gone back to Kettle Falls, Washington. Look for her return to Playa Blanca in October. Shirley and Dave Pogodinski went back to [……]
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Another brick in the . . .Road!
Another section of road has been completed using road pavers, this time in front of several businesses going toward the Arch. Just prior to high season, three sections of road were finished in North Akumal. According to Vecinos de Akumal Norte, there are further plans to pave sections at the [……]
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How do I get newsletter updates more/less frequently?? Great Question! The AkumalNow newsletter is available in three formats. Realtime Update – If you want to be in the know, this is the way to get things hot off the press. Each morning the system looks for new articles and sends you [……]
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Tequilaville Art Show Recap
On Sunday, April 13, Tequilaville held an art show for a native artist. Efrain Cetz (aka “Chino”) was born in Tabi, Yucatan, and is a self-taught wood carver. His subject matter is heavily influenced by the teachings of his grandfather, a traditional Maya. Beginning when he was a boy, Chino [……]
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Hekab Be Biblioteca Celebrates 20 Years
Hekab Be Biblioteca 20th Anniversary Congratulations to a wonderful jewel in our community! The Hekab Be Biblioteca is celebrating its 20th Anniversary! This collection of brightly painted buildings on the entrance road to Akumal holds treasures for young and old, locals and tourists. The library was started as a way [……]