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Both issues of
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Agapito welcomed the 2 millionth tourist to arrive this year
Fiesta, emoción y alegría
Agapito da la bienvenida al turista dos millones de este año
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 16 de diciembre.-
See translation in the City section below.....
Cabbies to receive their lots today
Hoy entregan lotes a taxistas
Y concesiones a operadores antiguos
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 16 de diciembre.-
The leader of the taxi union of Isla Mujeres, Eduardo Peniche Rodriguez, confirmed that 280 residential lots will be delivered to 280 members of the union today at noon, for the creation of the taxistas of Isla Mujeres colonia on the mainland in the Continental Zone of the municipality. Also at this meeting, there are 30 operators from the oldest group who will receive their respective concessions to work as socios in the union. These concessions are given after 11 to 12 years, when they are allowed to convert to socios in the union.
Committed to standards of quality
Reafirman compromiso
En la búsqueda de estándares de calidad
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 16 de diciembre.-
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Dozens of families benefited this morning from the social program "Recycling Trash for Food" held in the Senior Citizens park in colonia La Gloria. Below the photos is yesterday's announcement/reminder for the event. .
El programa social Reciclando Basura por Alimentos, tuvo una edición más esta mañana en el Parque del Adulto Mayor beneficiando a decenas de familias.
The two millionth passenger to Isla Mujeres this year arrived on the noon ferry
The two millionth passenger to Isla Mujeres this year arrived on the noon ferry, and was greeted with a party atmosphere, a warm welcome, and gifts by the Mayor and other governmental officials, business leaders, and the public in general. The Ludwig Sheldon family from North Carolina (USA) were greeted with hugs, applause, music, flowers, and gifts. The gifts were donated by businesses including: Garrafon Park; the jewelry stores Opal, Pau Pao, and Cris & Mel; Prisma golf cart rentals; Dolphin Discovery; the restaurants Rolandis & BallyHoo; and the souvenir store MargaritaVille. The gifts include a day's rental of a golf cart, passes to Garrafon Park, swimming with the dolphins, dinners, silver necklaces, un juego de zaarapes, and entrance to the Sculpture Park, Mundaca Hacienda, and the Tortugranja.
Isla Mujeres: Leader in the number of meters of beach that have been certified
The Municipal President Agapito Magaña Sánchez attended the ceremony for the White Flag certification of the beach of the Hotel Excellence Playa Mujeres, on the mainland.
El
presidente municipal Agapito Magaña Sánchez, acudió en días pasados
como invitado especial al evento en el que el Hotel Exellence Playa
Mujeres recibió los documentos y la bandera blanca que lo certifican
bajo la Norma Oficial Mexicana NMX AA 120 SCFI 2006.
#LeerMás: http://islamujeres.gob.mx/isla/?p=7096
#LeerMás: http://islamujeres.gob.mx/isla/?p=7096
The Governor Roberto Borge announced that a new Hyperbaric Chamber will be installed, with capacity for 9 people
El Gobernador Roberto Borge anunció que se instalará una nueva cámara hiperbárica, con capacidad para 9 personas.
#ComunidadEnAcción
The Secretary of Health, Mercedes Juan Lopez, recognized the vision and efforts of the Governor and the Mayor to improve infrastructure in the area of health care.
La titular de la Secretaria de Salud, Mercedes Juan López, reconoció la visión y gestiones del Gobernador y el Alcalde para tener más y mejor infraestructura en el sector salud.
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From the Director of Culture..... (LINK to the Cultura FB page)
Tonight at 8p on the Town Square, there will be a performance by the internationally and nationally acclaimed Band of the Navy. Free.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link)~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Jobs available
Hay vacantes [+] Ver mas
Hotels are reporting occupancy rates of 70 percent, and expecting this to increase to 80-90 percent on Saturday and thereafter. The Director of Tourism estimates that occupancy will be above 95 percent during this holiday period. Some of the small hotels who lack an online presence have lower rates of occupancy, and are awaiting reservations by phone or direct arrivals.
The CROC labor union reports they have a variety of jobs available from at least six companies with available positions that include cooks, maids, receptionists, waiters, dishwashers, bus boys, and others.
Two millionth visitor is from the United States
Estadounidenses, visitantes dos millones.. [+] Ver mas
See translation above.....
Improving the image of the island
Alistan proyecto de imagen urbana [+] Ver mas
This information has already been translated about improving trash collection with scheduled collection times and plans to implement rules prohibiting leaving cans in the street except during those times.
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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, Bahama Mama, Brisas, 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.
December events
Sunset ~6:05
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Dec. 25 6:46
Dec. 26 7:43
Dec. 27 8:38
Dec. 28 9:32
Dec. 29 10:24
Dec. 30 11:09
Dec 31 12:03am (Jan. 1)
Casa de Cultura: The
photography exhibition of Isla's biological diversity is scheduled to
continue thru Dec. 7. It features 70 photographs of native flora &
fauna by local amateur photographers, including city employees, and
students, rotated in groups of 40.
Casa de Cultura: "Una Mujer en Isla Mujeres" continues thru Dec. 11. Includes photographs and works on handmade bark paper.
On Thursday Dec. 3 you are invited to come to the esplanade (outdoor plaza) of the Casa de Cultura Isla Mujeres for the 10p food samples (from 5-7) and the artist fair (from 4-9), & dance troupe performances.
Thursday, Dec. 3 World Disabilities Day 4p March from police station to
Salina Chica Green Dome where there will be workshops, educational
activities, testimonials, and a performance by a pair of dancers from
Cancun. Cancelled due to weather
Friday, December 4 Inauguration of exhibition "A Tribute to the Mexican Muralistas" by the high school students of Bachilleres
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Nov 28 - Dec 8 Festival for the Virgin of Immaculate Conception, the Town Saint. is held annually. Link
Photos from two years ago (City press release)
Saturday, Nov. 28 Church of Immaculate Conception Mass at 7p followed by the taking down of the icon and a procession thru downtown, followed by fireworks, with music and folkloric performances of traditional dances in regional clothing at the church esplanade
Festival events at 8p nightly.
Sunday, Nov. 29: Miraflores neighborhood guild, with music and a dance
Monday,
Nov. 30: The union of the Public Security Department (police) with a
presentation of the ballet folclórico at the Casa de la Cultura,
starting at 8pm.
Tuesday, Dec. 1: Two groups. The
CROC gastronomic union and the neighborhood guild of colonia Salina
Chica, where the RDS dance troupe will perform at 8pm
Wednesday,
Dec. 2: Colonia Salina Grande neighborhood guild, with a presentation
by the Senior Citizens Dance troupe and a performance by local artists
César López and Anabel Burgos.
Thursday, Dec. 3: The cooperatives Caribe and Isla Bonita with a presentation of the ballet folclórico La Isleña at 8pm.
Friday,
Dec. 4: Five groups together: Barrio de Pescadores, Cooperativa Adolfo
López Mateos, Isla Bonita, Colonia El Cañotal, and the Youth Group, with
a grand concert and a velada juvenil with Rene Francisco.
Saturday,
Dec. 5: Four groups: Patria y Progreso fishing coop, Justicia Social
fishing coop, el esperado woman's group, and the neighborhood guild of
colonia La Gloria, with a presentation of the program Lluvia de
Estrellas (Cascade of Stars) with local singers.
Sunday, Dec 6: The cooperative Isla Mujeres and the children's group, and the confirmations will take place
Monday,
Dec. 7: Mega caravan with participation by all the people, with Las
Mañanitas being sung to the Virgin of Immaculate Conception at the
chapels of Caridad del Cobre, Sagrado Corazón and La Guadalupe.
Tuesday,
Dec. 8: The guild of Las Conchitas, the first communions will take
place, and the grand boat procession with dozens of vessels depart from the concrete pier at 4pm. THE POSTER SAYS 3P.8p Celebration (Gran Kermes), Dancing, Concert Town Square
Dec. 11 Community Center in La Gloria 10a-12p: Human Rights Commission lecture about rights of people living w HIV or AIDS
Dec. 11 Casa de Cultura:
Dec. 11 Chapel of Guadalupe Salina Chica-overlooking the Caribbean People gather to sing Las Mananitas to the Virgin of Guadalupe at midnight
Dec. 12 Dia de la Virgen Guadalupe...patron saint of Mexico Link to info about Guadalupe & Juan Diego
3pm there will be dozens of small children dressed as Juan Diego (who saw the vision of the Virgin of Guadalupe on the hill at Tepeyac, 484 years ago) and as shepherds and shepherdesses in a procession going ~2km from the downtown church to the Chapel of Guadalupe in colonia Salina Chica, where the priest will hold a mass at 5pm.
Start of Guadalupe-Reyes Holiday period, which ends January 6th. School vacation begins Dec. 12
Dec. 15, Tuesday Inauguration of Community Hospital (which began operations in September) time TBA
Dec, 16-24 Posadas Navidenas... There is usually a children's Posada play during this time Link to information
During the posadas, there is usually a dance on the town square, featuring dances & costumes from different regions of Mexico
Dec. 17 Naval Band performance 8pm Town Square
Dec. 19 Annual Golf Cart Parade 6p from Bachilleres thru the colonias
Dec. 20 Cancun Hotel Zone area 5p Annual decorated boat parade Link
Dec. 24 Noche Buena / Christmas Eve
Dec. 25 Dia de Navidad / Christmas Day
Coming December 25-30! Performances by dance troupes of the National
Congress of Mexican Folkloric Dance..."A fragment of the mosaic mural of
Mayan culture"
Dec. 26 Usually the annual Quinceaneras event and Mass at the Church of Immaculate Conception for young women who turned 15 during 2015 and who will be wearing beautiful gowns. More info TBA when available
Dec. 28 Dia de los Santos Innocentes A day of practical jokes, similar to "April Fool's Day"
Dec. 29 you are invited to come to the esplanade (outdoor plaza) of the Casa de Cultura Isla Mujeres for the 10p food samples (from 5-7) and the artist fair (from 4-9), & dance troupe performances.
Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Usually celebrated with a large party on the square with fireworks and dancing until dawn or beyond. People observe the sunrise at Punta Sur on New Year's morn. Tables can be reserved in advance, until sold out. More info TBA when available.
Every Tuesday and Thursday: Free spay/neuter clinic (Isla Animals)
Consults 100p, Vaccines: parvo & distemper 50p, flea & tick meds 20p, wormer 10p. Helpers always welcome! Isla Animals, Mundaca Hacienda, 10am-4pm (No food morning of surgery/water ok)
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