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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
Difficult to find a room to rent
Difícil encontrar habitaciones
Desde el 24 de diciembre turistas sufren para conseguir hospedaje
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 28 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 28 de diciembre.-
Although the municipal Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriguez Orozco, reported that hotel occupancy is about 80 percent, tourists report that it is difficult to find a room to rent downtown, as well as at the vacation rentals of foreigners, in the colonias, and in the residential zones of Sac Bajo and Punta Sur. The managers of foreign owned rentals are advising visitors who have nowhere to stay to seek rooms and apartments of islanders that are normally rented by the month.
Although no explanation was given, and tourists are arriving to the island in large numbers, the occupancy statistic of 80 percent may be because it includes the continental part of the municipality at Isla Blanca, where occupancy is not booming like on the island. Last year at this time, hotel occupancy was about 100 percent, which is expected to be the case by the end of next week.
Ornamental plants in Town Square to receive New Year
Explanada estrena ornamentación
Para recibir al Año Nuevo
Lanrry parra
ISLA MUJERES, 28 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 28 de diciembre.-
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Come to this magical island and join the grand celebration of the start of 2016
Ven a esta mágica isla y celebra en grande el inicio del 2016.
New ornamental plants on Town Square
LA EXPLANADA MUNICIPAL CON NUEVA ORNAMENTACIÓN
http://islamujeres.gob.mx/isla/?p=7154
Register your children quickly and easily online.
Inscribe a tus hijos de manera rápida y fácil en línea.
An excellent picture of our beautiful island to begin the last week of the year
Una excelente foto de nuestra bella isla para comenzar la última semana del año.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link)Gov. Roberto Borge: Tourism is breaking records in the history of Quintana Roo
Se rompen récords turísticos en la historia de Quintana Roo: Roberto Borge https://t.co/8MAvf3rFOY
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Hotels report 90% occupancy
Hoteles registran 90% de ocupación [+] Ver mas
On Monday, the municipal Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriguez Orozco, reported that occupancy is approximately 90 percent. Some smaller hotels report their occupancy is at 80 percent, but they sold more at Christmas and expect the same for the New Year's celebrations. Rental agencies report nearly all their 550 golf carts are rented, and there are people on the beaches, at the attractions, on the streets, and in the stores.
The Port remains closed for small boats, and the fishermen have been restricted for nearly two weeks, ( ~1 1/2 wks), with small boats only being allowed to navigate around the inner part near the Island, at el Farito, and the lagoon area. Dive shops have customers waiting for an opportunity to go out in upcoming days. The National Water Commission (CONAGUA) forecast strong winds on Tuessday, and that the first effects of Front #24 will be felt, which could bring isolated heavy rains to northern Quintana Roo, and the poor weather could continue into the weekend, which would mean a total of two weeks since the fishermen worked.
New folkloric dances of Quintana Roo
Nuevos bailes costumbristas de Quintana Roo. [+] Ver mas
Year of achievements in the cultural field
Año de logros en materia cultural. [+] Ver mas
I'll translate these last two manana....
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Año de logros en materia cultural. [+] Ver mas
I'll translate these last two manana....
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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 southward down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas, or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes southwest to shop at Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or other options. 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
Last Ultramar ferry departs Gran Puerto at 10:30p and Isla Mujeres at 11p
Dec. 25 Dia de Navidad / Christmas Day
First Ultramar crossing from Gran Puerto is 7a and from Isla Mujeres 7:30a
Car ferry departs Isla Mujeres at 8am and Punta Sam at 9am. The earlier crossing is cancelled.
December 25-30 Casa de Cultura 8pm Nightly except Mon 28th. Q Roo Costumes on display at times given Performances by dance troupes of the National
Congress of Mexican Folkloric Dance..."A fragment of the mosaic mural of
Mayan culture"
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 Festival on the Town Square. Tables can be reserved at the entrance to the Town Hall 10am-3pm.
Last Ultramar ferry departs Gran Puerto at 10:30p and Isla Mujeres at 11p
People observe the sunrise at Punta Sur on New Year's morn.
Jan. 1
First Ultramar crossing from Gran Puerto is 7a and from Isla Mujeres 7:30a
Car ferry departs Isla Mujeres at 8am and Punta Sam at 9am. The earlier crossing is cancelled
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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