Category Archives: Riviera Maya

The Turtle Protection Project at Xpu Ha La Playa is releasing hundreds of baby turtles every week as part of their non-profit conservation project.  “Programa de protección de tortugas” (the turtle protection project) at Xpu Ha La Playa is a project which is currently performing humbling work, enabling our continued enjoyment of the local ecosystem.

From May to September, a volunteer single-handedly patrols the beach every night, locating the recently laid nests and transporting them a few meters back on the same beach. Then he carefully buries the eggs in a protected, monitored area. He notes the date, type of turtle, and the number of eggs. About seven weeks later, the eggs hatch and the baby turtles free themselves from their shell and begin their dangerous trek to the sea.

Throughout the coast local organic and farmers markets are springing up to support local farmers and our health. It is fantastic that organic food is found in the Riviera Maya.

Puerto Morelos Farmers Market – Every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the town center. The location changes so ask locally where the market is being held.

Kava Kasa Playa del Carmen – Every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 22 Street between 5th and 10th Avenue.

CoCo Beach Organic Market Playa del Carmen – Every Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Les Alizes Condos on CTM (calle 46) and Flamingos.

Papalote School Playa del Carmen – Every Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 25th Avenue between 30th and 32nd street.

Eco-Market Paamul Beach – Every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Paamul is very small so drive to the beach and ask locally for the location that week.

Akumal Farmers Market – Every Wednesday and Saturday starting at 10 a.m. The market is just inside the arches close to the basketball courts.

Riviera Maya is a yoga hotspot! If you have never tried yoga, but always wondered if it was for you, Playa is an excellent opportunity to get your Om on.

Hatha, Bikram, Anusara, Yin, Ashtanga, Vinyasa…we’ve got it all. Just choose a style and well, namaste.

Playa del Carmen has earned back the crown of yoga town!

Whether you’re looking for an early morning stretch in front of the calming ocean, an invigorating workout with a world-class teacher, or to learn some new positions as a total beginner, we will  find the perfect yoga studio for you!!!

To explore Mexico’s provincial towns and cities  including beach locations, the scenery and attractions near them , consider renting a car for your visit since the prices are very reasonable.

Internet cafes can be easily found in towns and cities across Mexico and Wi-Fi is increasingly commonplace–from cafes to shops and hotels. Some cities even offer free Wi-Fi in some defined public spaces.

The average weather for the Riviera Maya of Mexico is 300 days of glorious sunshine a year!

You will be pleased to know that the average daily temperature is 27 degrees Celsius (80 degrees Fahrenheit). This allows you to lay on the beach any day of the year , and the ocean is warm enough to swim in year round as well.

It’s undeniable that a well-balanced diet goes hand in hand with a healthy lifestyle. Playa del Carmen has a host of super foods , nice weather, and fresh air that will actually help you achieve your health goals while on vacation.  In case you need it there are plenty of choices for excellent professional medical services.

Clinics

Consultorio Clinic

Languages: English, Spanish, and Italian.

Located in the center of Playa del Carmen, this clinic is designed for tourists, as they speak multiple languages, and provide a higher level of service.

Playa International Clinic

Playa International Clinic offers great medical care, along with consultations and checkups. They are especially popular with divers, as they have one of the only hyperbaric chambers in town. They treat burn victims, crash injuries, non-healing wound care, traumas, and carbon monoxide poisoning. They can provide you with great basic medical care.