Akumal Foodie

6 Mood-Boosting foods

November 30, 2024 0

If you’ve ever found comfort in a bowl of ice cream, your favorite fast food, or a piece of decadent chocolate cake after a tough day, or felt sluggish and even a bit down after a big meal, you know that food can impact your mood in both positive and [……]

Tourist FYI

Tulum Airport Info

November 30, 2024 0

Now that Tulum Airport is up and running, travelers wanting to visit the Mexican Caribbean have another option for getting to the region, which seems to be getting a lot of attention. Why Choose Tulum Airport Although Cancún Airport is still more convenient to fly into if you’ll be visiting [……]

Akumal Foodie

Are Mexican Brownies Better . . .?

November 30, 2024 0

When I think brownies, I don’t think “Mexican” first. They are USA-ers, dating back to 1893 Chicago, when a wealthy socialite by the name of Bertha Palmer asked the chef at the Palmer House Hotel to invent a dessert that kids could put in their boxed lunches when they attended [……]

Events

Community Cleanup Day – Wednesday, December 4!

November 30, 2024 0

Community of Akumal Norte Details of the Event: Date: December 4th Time: Starting at 8:00 AM Lunch Time: 1:00 PM Talk by Hector Lizarraga: 1:30 PM Meeting Point and Group Leaders:   Caseta de la Pluma  (Ricardo & Monica) Parque Don Pablo Bush (Ingrid) La buena Vida (Claudia) Condominios La Bahia  (Helmie, George, Scott) Condominios La Joya  (Eus) [……]

Culture

Cahal Pech: Mysterious and Unique

November 30, 2024 0

On a hill on the outskirts of the City of San Ignacio, Belice, above the banks on the confluence of the Macal and Mopan rivers lay the ruins of one of Belize’s most ancient and unique archaeological sites. One of the many labyrinthian passageways inside Cahal Pech’s central ceremonial complex. [……]

News

Bits & Pieces – December 2024

November 30, 2024 0

A little this & that from the media. • Tulum area records temperature dip of 15C (59F) with arrival of U.S. arctic air https://riviera-maya-news.com/tulum-records-temperature-dip-of-15c-59f-with-arrival-of-u-s-arctic-air/2024.html • Sheinbaum announces 1.2 billion in road restoration money for Quintana Roo     https://riviera-maya-news.com/sheinbaum-announces-1-2-billion-in-road-restoration-money-for-quintana-roo/2024.html • How much has China actually invested in Mexico?     https://mexiconewsdaily.com/business/chinese-investment-in-mexico/ • [……]

Health

Best and Worst Habits for Your Teeth

November 30, 2024 0

The secret to healthy teeth and gums isn’t much of a secret: Brush twice a day, floss once a day and visit a dentist regularly for cleanings.   But dentists say there’s more we could be doing in the name of oral health. Here are some good and bad habits they [……]

News

Vecinos Update – November 2024

November 30, 2024 0

November 26, 2024 Dear Vecinos Members and Community, Warm greetings from your President! First, I want to extend heartfelt congratulations to the fundraising committee of the Vecinos Association, especially Mónica Estrada, for organizing a truly outstanding art fundraising event. Your efforts have surpassed all expectations, and we are immensely grateful! [……]

News

Playa del Carmen Name Change?

November 30, 2024 0

Mayor to propose change from Solidaridad to Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Q.R. — Solidaridad Mayor Estefanía Mercado Asencio says she will propose a municipal name change to City Council then State Congress. If approved, she will open a public consult into a name change. On Thursday, the new [……]

Events

Art Show Fundraiser Update

November 30, 2024 0

People and Paintings!  What a lovely pairing! The Vecinos Fundraiser held in November at Lol Ha attracted Akumalians, tourists, and  residents  from other communities.  Art remains on display at Lol Ha Restaurant through  December 5th, so there’s still time to enjoy and perhaps purchase!