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What to do with a 7 Pound Jicama? Recipes
Jicama is a lot like a cross between a white potato (except that you can eat them raw) and a crisp pear. They are crisp and moist with minimal flavor and accept spices and flavor […]
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Do you know the “Pan” man?
Sweet Bakery sellers of Mexico It you are visiting Playa Del Carmen and strictly in a tourist area you may miss out on a lot of local culture that takes place every day in neighborhoods. […]
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Do you know the story behind the Ceiba tree?
Ceiba Trees The Ceiba tree is a respected tree wherever it grows in the world. Not only is it respected by ancient peoples including the Mayans but also by observers of these massive trees and the unique […]
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Do you know Playa Animal Rescue? You should!
Playa Animal Rescue Why should you know Playa Animal Rescue? Because they are an integral part of the Playa Del Carmen community and are doing a lot of good for animals. They also give you an opportunity […]
Cafes and Bakeries
Pasta & Polpetta- Handmade donuts and pasta!! Who would want more?
Pasta & Polpetta This is one of those stories that makes Playa Del Carmen such a great place. People that move to Playa from all over the world and bring their skills. People that have […]
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Home Depot Arrives in Playa Del Carmen!
Home Depot in Playa Del Carmen The much-anticipated Home Depot store has opened in Playa Del Carmen. This makes another one of the popular “big box” stores to arrive for the convenience of shoppers in […]
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Xaman-Ha Bird Sanctuary in Playa Del Carmen
Xaman-Ha Xaman-HA Bird Sanctuary is located right in Playa Del Carmen in the Playacar (Phase 2) section. This park is a natural look at what the area would look like naturally and without development. It […]
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9 Interesting things you will find in the supermarket in Playa Del Carmen
9 Interesting things you will find in the supermarket in Playa Del Carmen Shopping in a different country can lead to some interesting finds and Playa Del Carmen is no exception. You might come across […]
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Coco’s Cat Rescue-an organization helping animals in Playa Del Carmen
Coco’s Cat Rescue Coco’s Cat Rescue was born out of the love of animals and the need in Playa Del Carmen for care and controlling population of dogs and cats. Today that same care and […]
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What Can Playa Del Carmen Learn from Other Mexican Resort Towns?
What Can Playa Del Carmen Learn from Other Mexican Resort Towns? Mexico has been a destination for tourist seeking sun and fun for decades. Some areas have risen in popularity and then fallen, and others […]