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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
Increasing security at the beaches
Refuerzan la seguridad
En playas, para tranquilidad de bañistas
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de agosto.-
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de agosto.-
See Por Esto section.....
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
https://goo.gl/tYavnq
I'll translate this manana.
Congratulations to all the winners of the Fourth Edition of the International Women's Fishing Tournament "La Dorada del Caribe"!
For us it was an honor to be part of this great celebration!
# IslaMujeres🌴 remains a benchmark for international sports events, and proof of this is the success of the International Women's Sport Fishing Tournament "La Dorada del Caribe" which attracted fishermen from different parts of Mexico , United States and Canada.
In #IslaMujeres we value and promote the artistic development of the community, so every Sunday we present "Noches Mágicas", an ideal place for all island families to share quality time.
If you come to # IslaMujeres🌴 on vacation be sure to bring a souvenir🎁 to your family or friends! The artisans of the island are waiting for you with their best pieces,
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
BOLO II won the Women's Fishing Tournament
BOLO II, ganador del Torneo de Pesca “La Dorada del Caribe”
There is a video of volunteers and staff with ZOFEMAT freeing a turtle that was wedged in some rocks along the coast by Aeropuerto.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Increased surveillance at the beaches
Refuerzan vigilancia en balnearios[+] Ver masFull article at this link
The police have installed a module on Playa Centro to directly assist those who need help or report to strangers who are prowling this and other points frequented by tourists. "The determination was made to install this police module due (to a rumored case of theft of tourist property and) to increase of visitors. It aims to improve police presence and the consequent safety of tourists, " said excomandante Agustín White.He admitted that this is due to the fact that in recent days the number of cases of theft of belongings of tourists who go to bathe on the beaches has increased and they want to prevent further cases.
At least half a dozen tourist police are distributed along the Playa Centro and Play Norte to monitor the area, in addition, it appears that there are hidden police officers who are on the lookout for potential offenders who advantage of swimmers who neglect to take care of their belongings.
Civil Defense: Ready for any contingency
Protección Civil, lista para enfrentar contingencia . [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The 12 hurricane shelters on the island and Continental Zone and can accommodate 1600 people. For use when evacuating parts that are flooded, (?) but it is agreed that there are eight shelters ready for 1000 people, and four in Ciudad Mujeres (on the mainland). There has not been full use of all the shelters in the past on the island, at most about a quarter of their capacity was used. On the island there is a strong culture of neighbors helping each other, and taking in relatives and friends to houses located in higher areas. Among the locations of the hurricane shelters is the Navy base, the hurricane refuge (down south), the lodge of the municipal workers unions, and some schools.
The next section says there are no current alerts for our area and has a weather report that says there may be some rain Monday or Tuesday and systems are out in the Caribbean being watched. There have been some cases of heat stress on the island, including a elderly woman who was in the shade at 1p near the colonia Chiapanecos, by the coastal road, who was assisted by family members. It is advised to seek protection from the sun, and to stay hydrated. There are two modules for tourists to seek attention at the beach.
'Canitas' will play soccer for the Pioneros team of the second division
“Cañitas” se rola con Pioneros de segunda [+] Ver masFull article at this link .
Young soccer player Alberto Cervantes, aka "Cañitas" of Isla mujeres signed with the team Pioneros, of the Second Division for the 2017-2018 season. His first game with the team will be Saturday August 12, when they will play Franja of Puebla Premier, at 6pm at the stadium"Andrés Quintana Roo".
Wheelchair program has begun
Programa sillas de rueda, en marcha.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
This information has already been translated.
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The police have installed a module on Playa Centro to directly assist those who need help or report to strangers who are prowling this and other points frequented by tourists. "The determination was made to install this police module due (to a rumored case of theft of tourist property and) to increase of visitors. It aims to improve police presence and the consequent safety of tourists, " said excomandante Agustín White.He admitted that this is due to the fact that in recent days the number of cases of theft of belongings of tourists who go to bathe on the beaches has increased and they want to prevent further cases.
At least half a dozen tourist police are distributed along the Playa Centro and Play Norte to monitor the area, in addition, it appears that there are hidden police officers who are on the lookout for potential offenders who advantage of swimmers who neglect to take care of their belongings.
Civil Defense: Ready for any contingency
Protección Civil, lista para enfrentar contingencia . [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The 12 hurricane shelters on the island and Continental Zone and can accommodate 1600 people. For use when evacuating parts that are flooded, (?) but it is agreed that there are eight shelters ready for 1000 people, and four in Ciudad Mujeres (on the mainland). There has not been full use of all the shelters in the past on the island, at most about a quarter of their capacity was used. On the island there is a strong culture of neighbors helping each other, and taking in relatives and friends to houses located in higher areas. Among the locations of the hurricane shelters is the Navy base, the hurricane refuge (down south), the lodge of the municipal workers unions, and some schools.
The next section says there are no current alerts for our area and has a weather report that says there may be some rain Monday or Tuesday and systems are out in the Caribbean being watched. There have been some cases of heat stress on the island, including a elderly woman who was in the shade at 1p near the colonia Chiapanecos, by the coastal road, who was assisted by family members. It is advised to seek protection from the sun, and to stay hydrated. There are two modules for tourists to seek attention at the beach.
'Canitas' will play soccer for the Pioneros team of the second division
“Cañitas” se rola con Pioneros de segunda [+] Ver masFull article at this link .
Young soccer player Alberto Cervantes, aka "Cañitas" of Isla mujeres signed with the team Pioneros, of the Second Division for the 2017-2018 season. His first game with the team will be Saturday August 12, when they will play Franja of Puebla Premier, at 6pm at the stadium"Andrés Quintana Roo".
Wheelchair program has begun
Programa sillas de rueda, en marcha.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
This information has already been translated.
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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, 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
August 5 Women's Fishing Tournament Dorada del Caribe (New date)
Prizes for the International Women's Fishing Tournament "La Dorada del Caribe". It says surprise prizes for 4th thru 10th. Registration in 2000 pesos. Captain's Dinner Friday evening, Sat morn boats depart at 8a, scales close at 3p, award ceremony at 6p.
August 6 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas Performance on the Town Square
Sunset ~7:20
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| Aug 7 7:28 Aug 8 8:11 Aug 9 8:52 Aug 10 9:33 Aug 11 10:13 Aug 12 10:55 Aug 13 11.39 |
August 13 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas Performance on the Town Square
Dates haven't been announced for the Maya Riviera Film Festival, which has presented films in Isla Mujeres at the Posada beach (Playa Centro) the past couple years.
Mid August:
167th Anniversary of the Foundation of the town
Events to be announced
Aug. 18, 19, & 20 Friday, Saturday, Sunday
It says...
Here are the rules for competing in the Family Summer 2017 event.
Teams of five people, dressed in the same color, one bicycle per team.
Completely Free. Rally. Bicycle Race, Tug of War, Sand Sculpture Contest
Music & Games. Daily Prizes for the first three places.
A DIFferent Weekend (DIF is the social service agency).
Register at the DIF office between 10am & 4pm
August 19 Barracuda Fishing Tournament
August 20 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas Performance on the Town Square
August 27 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas Performance on the Town Square
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