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Both issues of The Isla Mujeres Magazine are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles & photos
Mayor Juan Carrillo supports artists
Mejor oferta turística
Impulsa Juan Carrillo notables atractivos
Lanrry Parra
ISLA MUJERES, 16 de febrero.-
ISLA MUJERES, 16 de febrero.-
Isla Mujeres is a Pueblo Magico with fine attractions that make it a unique tourist destination, which includes the Fair of Art and Flavor (Feria del Arte y Sabor), which includes products made by local artists, live music, national, regional, and international food stalls, craft beer, (and art by foreign artists). Isla Mujeres is an island with a history of recognized artists, and for this municipal administration it is of utmost importance to continue promoting the new generations of local artists, said the director general of Culture and Arts, who added that in this initiative has the full support of the municipal president, Juan Carrillo Soberanis.
The Feria del Arte & Sabor is held monthly (sic, in high season it's every Thursday), next to the Casa de la Cultura, at Abasolo. This cultural event attracts hundreds of tourists and local residents. Isla Mujeres has the legacy of artists, composers and musicians who have transcended borders, contributing to shape the character and cultural identity of the islanders, which is also reflected in the streets with vibrantly colored murals representing nature and passages of daily life.
Rubén Pérez Martín, Director of the Institute of Culture and Arts, said that on the instructions from the municipal president, various events have been launched in order to promote various artistic and cultural expressions on the Island and in the Continental Zone, such as Feria del Arte y Sabor.
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
During the Apex Festival the Colectivo Mahache painted a series of murals in #IslaMujeres. Here is one of the most prominent, which you can see on the #CasadelaCultura. Go and visit it and take a picture!
Durante el #FestivalApex el Colectivo Mahache realizó una serie de murales en #IslaMujeres, te dejamos aquí uno de los más destacados, que puedes apreciar en la #CasaDeLaCultura.
¡Visítalo y tómate una foto! #HagamosFuturo
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
Feria del Arte y Sabor./Fair of Art and Flavors (See translation above in DQR)
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/arte-y-gastronomia-se-suma…/
Taxi union leader rejects decision of JLCA
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/no-se-confundan-vamos-bien…/
Wato should convene to new elections within a period of not more than 15 days - said Miguel Chan Mena who leads the movement "Allies for Democracy"
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/el-wato-tiene-que-entender…/
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Controversy over increase in Ultramar ferry fares
Revisión de costos de operación de Ultramar [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Former municipal official Arturo Rios Magana wants the city to request that the SCT review the costs of operations in response to a 100 percent increase in fares by Ultramar between Isla Mujeres and Puerto Juarez. This official previously participated in litigation before COFECE (Federal Commission of Economic Competence) which resulted in a million dollar fine against Ultramar. He wants to know if this increase is justified or excessive, which went into force recently for domestic and foreign users of the route between Puerto Juarez and Isla Mujeres.
As previously noted, the first increase occurred before Christmas, which was 22 percent, from 164 to 200 pesos round trip, and then last week it was increased again to 300 pesos, round trip. This amount is equal to the fee between Playa del Carmen and Cozumel which is three times as far, in the open sea, unlike the Bay of Isla Mujeres.
Taxi union leader clings to his office
El “Wato” aferrado al cargo+] Ver masFull article at this link
Slow work by CFE affecting business
Lenta obra afecta al comercio.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
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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. A queen & single bed. |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers. 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. 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. Within ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas, Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend 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. It takes 20-30 minutes to walk downtown.
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Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
Feb. 2 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 5 Sunday 8p Town Square The Noches Magicas performances will feature three singers and four dance troupes, including the children's Folklorico troupe
Constitution Day This is the Centennial. The Mexican Constitution was drafted in Santiago de Querétaro by a Constitutional Convention during the Mexican Revolution. It was approved by the Mexican Constitutional Congress on February 5, 1917.
Feb. 6 Monday Day Off for Constitution Day (A Federal holiday, some cities & towns will have parades and celebrations. This is the Centennial)
Feb 7-11 Island Time Fishing Tournament
Feb. 9 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Sunset ~6:40p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
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| Feb. 10 6:39 followed by a lunar eclipse Feb. 11 7:36 Feb. 12 8:31 Feb. 13 9:24 Feb. 14 10:16 |
Painting by Pam Haase Link to website
Feb 11-16 National Artisans Fair 11a-10p Town Square
Feb. 12 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas performances Town Square
Feb. 14 Tuesday Valentine's Day
Feb. 16 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 19 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas performances Town Square
Feb. 23 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 24 Friday Flag Day
Feb. 24-28 Carnaval
FRIDAY FEB 24
GALA NIGHT OF CORONATIONS
Coronation of the Kings & Queens of Carnaval
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Town Square / 8p
Dance to Live Music by MegaBoom
SATURDAY FEB 25
CUBAN NIGHT
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Dance Show & Live Music
Kimbara Show (*Here's a version sung by Celia & Tito: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm2C5hx4sI0 )
Town Square / 8p
SUNDAY FEB 26
CARNAVAL PARADE
Begins at the monument in front of the Naval base on Rueda Medina.
Concludes in front of the Posada Beach (*aka Playa Centro) / 3p
Live DJ music at the Posada Beach and in the street of Rueda Medina.
AFTERNOON OF FANTASY
Performances by Children's Dance Troupes & Persons w Disabilities.
Children's Costume Contest
Children's Show of Botargas (*Costumed Characters like Barney & Dr Simi)
Town Square / 3p
NIGHT OF FANTASY
Performance by Senior Citizens Carnaval Dance Troupe
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes of Diversity
Daudeth Alarcon: Master of Ceremonies
Dance to Live Music
Town Square / 8p
MONDAY FEB 27
CARNAVAL PARADE
Begins at the monument in front of the Naval base on Rueda Medina.
Concludes in front of the Posada Beach (*aka Playa Centro) / 3p
CARNAVAL MONDAY
Traditional Night
Carnaval Dance Troupes
Adult Costume Contest
Nani Namu & Stars Show (*Comedy & Dance & Crossdressing)
Dance to Live Music
Town Square / 8p
TUESDAY FEB 28
CARNAVAL TUESDAY
Negrada & Toro Petate / In the town streets after noon
(*La Negrada celebrates the Afro-Caribbean roots of Carnaval & also dressing as opposite sex. Toro Petate features a dance-fight w one character in a huge costume.)
CLOSING NIGHT
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Burning of Juan Carnaval
Last Will & Testament of Juan Carnaval
Dance to live music by Junior Klan
Town Square / 8p
SATURDAY, MARCH 4
Carnaval Dance Troupe from Holbox "Las Dormadoras" dancing in the streets of Isla Mujeres.
Photos by Bruce from Carnaval 2015
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The Artist's Fairs are scheduled weekly on Thursdays at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9 thru April 20.
Yoga at the Casa Cultura on Monday & Wednesday mornings at 9am and Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6pm. On the back street, Guerrero, at Abasolo.
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