The second issue of The Isla Mujeres Magazine to
benefit Isla charities will be published soon, featuring a
variety of talented writers and photographers! Thank-you to everyone who has visited & shared it!
Check out the Charity document, patronize the supportive businesses & visit the blogs of the talented contributors! Contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com if you'd like to donate $15 to your fav charity, for an ad. Good causes, good exposure. 100% is contributed. Donations will be totaled, published & turned over to the charities soon...some have already been donated.
Update...The content & layout are finished, and awaiting publication, while I am creating & posting the new ads. It is going slowly because I am busy with other things, your patience is appreciated. Feel free to copy & share the Charity document! Telling your friends about the Magazine & sharing links helps Isla Charities, too. Your support is appreciated & small efforts add up to big differences. Thanks!
Check out the Charity document, patronize the supportive businesses & visit the blogs of the talented contributors! Contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com if you'd like to donate $15 to your fav charity, for an ad. Good causes, good exposure. 100% is contributed. Donations will be totaled, published & turned over to the charities soon...some have already been donated.
Update...The content & layout are finished, and awaiting publication, while I am creating & posting the new ads. It is going slowly because I am busy with other things, your patience is appreciated. Feel free to copy & share the Charity document! Telling your friends about the Magazine & sharing links helps Isla Charities, too. Your support is appreciated & small efforts add up to big differences. Thanks!
This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
Increase in tortilla prices expected in first months of 2015
La tortilla, más cara
Prevén alza durante el próximo trimestre del año
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 10 de enero.-
Roman Colli, who works managing three tortilla businesses, said a significant increase in the price of tortillas is expected during the first quarter of 2015, due to the constant increases in expenses, particularly the 30 percent increase in masa flour that occurred in June. The current price of tortillas is 17 pesos per kilo with a wrapping paper, and 16 pesos without. He noted that formerly there were only five tortillerias and now there are nine, which leaves less profit for each 'factory'. He said the cost of freight has increased from 425 pesos in early 2014 to 582 pesos today.
Tree collection center at Hacienda Mundaca
Centro de acopio de árboles
En la ex Hacienda Mundaca
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 10 de enero.-
Yesterday.....
Municipal Fiscalización agency closed business for problem with documents
Les cayó Fiscalización
Clausuran negocio por falta de documentación
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 9 de enero.-
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Thursday evening the restaurant "Bobo's" was closed by inspectors from the municipal department of Fiscalización for not having current documents, allegedly including their operating license, land use, trash collection payment receipt, and other business documents required by the City. The inspectors explained that two days before the closure, the business was found to be lacking in these documents, and they were given a subpoena to go to City Hall and update the required documents, but this notice was ignored. After the period expired, the inspectors proceeded to close the business and place the seals. This generated complaints from employees, since they are concerned that this will affect their income.
Cheaper prices & prices on display: Generating controversy among established stores
Thursday evening the restaurant "Bobo's" was closed by inspectors from the municipal department of Fiscalización for not having current documents, allegedly including their operating license, land use, trash collection payment receipt, and other business documents required by the City. The inspectors explained that two days before the closure, the business was found to be lacking in these documents, and they were given a subpoena to go to City Hall and update the required documents, but this notice was ignored. After the period expired, the inspectors proceeded to close the business and place the seals. This generated complaints from employees, since they are concerned that this will affect their income.
Cheaper prices & prices on display: Generating controversy among established stores
Más barato y con precios a la vista
Genera polémica la apertura de establecimiento en la isla
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 9 de enero.-
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There is a new store downtown that has generated complaints from other merchants and from hawkers because it is offering similar merchandise at lower prices, and displaying the prices. There are some workers , particularly those selling handicraft souvenirs (artesanías) who say this is "unfair competition", and want municipal authorities to intervene to try and regulate the situation, which they say affects their income, which has allegedly decreased since the store opened. Others admit that there is little or nothing that can be done, since it is free trade and the new store can offer their products at any price they want. Those who are most upset are the hawkers who work on commission, who are known as “enganchadores” or “jaladores” (literally: recruiters or pullers). They often offer higher prices than the item really costs, since they are often dependent on commissions from sales and receive no salary.
The new store sells a variety of items and products, from clothing to Mayan figurines, as well as wine and liquor. Previously, the federal consumer protection agency, PROFECO, has persistently recommended that businesses exhibit their prices, but this was not being done until the arrival of this new business. It is suggested that the “enganchadores” or “jaladores”are perceiving this store as taking business out of their hands with a new form of marketing aimed at tourists.
Youths participate in cleaning of the lagoon: Committed to the ecosystem
There is a new store downtown that has generated complaints from other merchants and from hawkers because it is offering similar merchandise at lower prices, and displaying the prices. There are some workers , particularly those selling handicraft souvenirs (artesanías) who say this is "unfair competition", and want municipal authorities to intervene to try and regulate the situation, which they say affects their income, which has allegedly decreased since the store opened. Others admit that there is little or nothing that can be done, since it is free trade and the new store can offer their products at any price they want. Those who are most upset are the hawkers who work on commission, who are known as “enganchadores” or “jaladores” (literally: recruiters or pullers). They often offer higher prices than the item really costs, since they are often dependent on commissions from sales and receive no salary.
The new store sells a variety of items and products, from clothing to Mayan figurines, as well as wine and liquor. Previously, the federal consumer protection agency, PROFECO, has persistently recommended that businesses exhibit their prices, but this was not being done until the arrival of this new business. It is suggested that the “enganchadores” or “jaladores”are perceiving this store as taking business out of their hands with a new form of marketing aimed at tourists.
Youths participate in cleaning of the lagoon: Committed to the ecosystem
Jóvenes participan en limpieza de la laguna
Comprometidos con el ecosistema
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 9 de enero.-
From Tvisla Mujeres
January 10th: Day of Workers in public transport
Hoy 10 de Enero, Día del Trabajador del transporte público.
With the end of Christmas & New Year's, the municipal Ecology agency encourages families to dispose of their Christmas trees at Hacienda Mundaca, beginning on Monday.
Finalizadas las fiestas de navidad y año nuevo, la Dirección Municipal de Ecología pone a disposición de las familias, a partir de este lunes, el centro de acopio de árboles navideños naturales que fueron utilizados en las …
In January, there is a 50% discount for trash collection services (This is for businesses, because trash collection is free for residents.)
Este mes de enero aprovecha el 50% de descuento en el pago de los Servicios de recolecta de basura. @InfomovilNews
Youths committed to the ecosystem
With voluntary and enthusiastic participation by young people of Isla Mujeres, on Friday there was a cleaning the area of the lagoon and walking paths located near the street of prolongation Martínez Ross.
ISLA
MUJERES, Q. ROO.- Con la voluntaria y entusiasta participación de
jóvenes de Isla Mujeres, este viernes se llevó a cabo la limpieza del
área de la laguna y andador ubicada en la prolongación de la calle
Martínez Ross.
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http://islamujeres.gob.mx/isla/?p=5636
ISLA MUJERES, Q. ROO.- Con la voluntaria y entusiasta participación de jóvenes de Isla...
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Renovations and improvements are being made to the green dome and the tennis courts located in Salina Chica
Estamos
llevando a cabo trabajos de remozamiento y mejoramiento de
instalaciones deportivas de la isla como la cancha de tenis y el domo
verde ubicados en la Salina Chica.
From por esto
And they are kept at shore
Y se quedaron en tierra [+] Ver mas
The Harbor Master recommended precautions for navigation by boats transiting the Yucatan Channel, which can be very dangerous based on the number of accidents. Precautions should be taken by those sailboats and yachts who come from the north to the south, who can be in a hurry to make good time, coming from the United States and Canada.
Regarding the remains of the silboat "Chiron" which capsized two months ago in the southern part of Isla Contoy National Park, there is still no known plan for removal of its parts, according to the Harbor Master. They are waiting on a proposal this month from CONANP, which is an agency of SERMARNAT (Comisión Nacional de Areas Naturales Protegidas (Conanp) de la Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Recurso Naturales / the National Commission to Protect Natural Areas of the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources.) The Harbor Master recommended removal of the remains, which are under the jurisdiction of CONANP, because of the location where the shipwreck occurred during a storm.
Winds affected tourism
Descanso obligado +] Ver mas
OVC to continue assisting Isla Mujeres in 2015
Seguirá OVC apoyando a IM en 2015 [+] Ver mas
This agreement for the OVC to take over promotion of the island and the dissolution of the Tourism Trust was made at the beginning of 2013, under state law. The OVC promotes Isla Mujeres are international conventions such as the DEMA show in Las Vegas, as well as promoting two local fishing tournaments and a spear fishing competition. It is unknown if the underwater photography contest will be reactivated.
Yesterday.....
Cleaning the shores of Salina Grande lake
Limpian alrededores de la Salina Grande[+] Ver mas
Young volunteers cleaned 2 kilometers of the walking path around the perimeter of Salina Grande lake on Friday, removing a significant amount of debris, including plastic containers. This was a coordinated effort by the municipal department of Ecology, the municipal Youth Institute (Instancia de la Juventud), and students in the community They began near prolongation Martinez Ross avenue, cleaning up the path to the Community Center. They cleaned the borders of the entire circuit of the path.
Officials want to increase awareness of the need to maintain cleanliness at this site, where there is an ongoing problem with people throwing their beverage containers into the mangroves. Maintaining good water quality is important, and this area serves migratory birds including cormorants, pelicans, herons, ducks, and others, who come to rest and to feed. There is a plan for the investment of 1.6 million pesos for installation of solar lights along this walkway surrounding Salina Grande lake, which was initially proposed at the end of 2014.
Harbor Master expects port closure
Capitanía anticipa cierre del puertoVer mas
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| View from the rooms. |
MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Three rentals with large glass doors overlooking our white sand beach and the beautiful Caribbean sea, with kitchenettes & free WIFI. In the coastal neighborhood of Bachilleres, among upscale villas & boutique hotelitos, convenient to downtown or the colonias, yet separate. Quiet & Private.
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| Kitchen in a large studio. (Sur & Norte are identical) |
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| Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed. |
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| A large slider opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table & chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole, and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left. |
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| Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers & BBQ. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop on the bus. We also have room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then come home our quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts
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| Large studio (Sur) with Queen & Single bed. Slider door & view are behind me. |
Fine dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe, Bufalo, Bahama Mama, Compadres Barbacoa or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks away in the village, as well as a variety of other stores and small local restaurants.
Charity Info
See tab at top of page!
Donation Drop offs:
Red Cross: Social Justicia Restaurant (south of ferry terminal, north of car ferry)
Books for Grade School Reading Program, Items for Isla Animals, Diabetes Supplies, Items for Little Yellow School House, Moto Helmets for kids...Barlitos @ Marina Paraiso
For donations to Zapatos Para Los Ninos.. please contact Greg at bullridersnider@yahoo.com, or find them on Facebook at "Shoes For The Children."
Music
Miguel's high season schedule:
Sunday: The Sol Rockers @ El Patio 9p - 11p
Monday: Miguel solo @ El Patio 6:30p - 8:30p
Tuesday: La Banda Sin Nombre @ El Patio 9:15p - 11:15p
Wednesday: The Sol Rockers@ El Patio 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a
Thursday: Miguel Solo @ el Patio 6p - 8p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a
Friday: Marina Paraiso 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a, Adelita's 12a - 2a
Saturday: Marina Paraiso 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a, Adelita's 12a - 2a
John Cain's schedule
Wednesday 7pm - 9pm ElPatio Sol Rockers
Thurs 9-11 El Patio
Sats. El Patio 630-830
Sunday at El Patio w Sol Rockers from 7 to 9 pm
Sundays 7-9 - Sol Rockers
Mondays 630 to 830 Miguel / 830 to 1130 Ryan Rickman -
Tuesdays 9-11 Banda Sin Nombre
Wednesdays 7 to 9 Sol Rockers / DJ 9-12
Thursdays 6 to 8 Miguel / John Cain from 8 to 11
Fridays 630 to 815 Fabio & Ryan / band 830 to 1130
Saturdays 630-830 John Cain solo Country music / 830 to 1130 Ryan and Band..
Fenix Sun 1p Salsa
You may find live music after 9 or 10 on Hidalgo at Fayne's, La Terraza, or Comono, and at Poc Na Hostel.
Saturday afternoon ~3-5 Cuban music at Veradara's Cuban restaurant
Here's Music by day of the week...with a thanks to Jean Lemke for rearranging it!
Monday - Miguel solo @ El patio 6:30 - 8:30
Ryan Rickman @ El patio 8:30 - 11:30
Tuesday -
Banda Sin Nombre @ El Patio house of music 9:15-11:15
Wednesday - Sol Rockers @El patio house of music 7-9
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Faynes - 10:30 - 12:00
Thursday -
Miguel @El Patio house of music 6-8/ Faynes 10:30 - 12
John Cain @ el Patio 9-11
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Fayne's 10:30 - 12
Friday - Miguel @ Marina Paraiso solo 7-9
Miguel @ Fayne's 10:30 - 12
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Adelitas for Salsa 12:30 - 2
Fabio @ El Patio house of music 6:30 - 8:15
Ryan and Band @ El Patio house of music 8:30 - 11:30
Saturday - Cuban Music at El Veradaro's 3-5
Banda Sin Nombre - Chuuk Kay 3:30
Miguel @ Marina Paraiso solo 7-9
La Banda Sin Nombre - Faynes 10:30 - 12:00
Banda Sin Nombre - Adelitas for Salsa 12:30 - 2
John Cain 6:30-8:30 @ El Patio house of music Ryan and Band 8:30 - 11:30
Sunday - Fenix for Salsa 1-3
Banda Sin Nombre @Chuuk kay 3:30
Sol Rockers El Patio 7-9
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EVENTS
December-January
Artist Fairs on the Town Square, usually first Thursday, ~Dec~April.
Magic Show at PocNa Mondays at 8:30 Free (tips encouraged) 2x1 cocktails 50p
This magic show is at Fenix on Friday & Saturdays 8p
Sunset ~5p
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Jan. 4 at 5:10p Full Moon
Jan. 5 6:02
Jan. 6 6:53
Jan. 7 7:43
Jan. 8 8:53
Jan. 9 9:21
Jan. 10 10:10
Jan. 11 10:58
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Mon & Thurs at El Patio 6p on Hidalgo..more info HERE.
Upcoming holidays!
Monday, February 2, no school/day off for February 5th (Constitution Day). (And if you got the baby in your rosca on Kings Day, you're hosting a tamale party on 2/2.Candlemas)
We're celebrating Carnaval ~Feb 12-17. whoot whoot!!
Monday, March 16th is day off for March 21, (birth of Benito Juarez).
Fri March 27 - Sun April 12=Easter Break w lotsa daytrippers/busy ferries.
April 2 & 3 are Bank holidays.
Friday, May 1=National holiday (Labor day).
The kids summer vaca starts July 14th.
Sail fishing Tournament February 3-7 2015 register online @ islandtimefishingtournament.com info@islandtimefishingtournament.com
To benefit the The Little Yellow School house Isla Mujeres
To benefit the The Little Yellow School house Isla Mujeres
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