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Everything is ready for the start of the next turtle nesting season VIDEO
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Two "cloned" taxis detected LINK
I'll translate these tomorrow, my computer seems to need rebooting.
Isla Mujeres Al Dia
Marinsa ferry added a crossing at 5:15, especially for the students GRAPHIC
There are two videos of fishemen of the cooperative Caribe cleaning fresh fish for sale
Noti Isla Mujeres
On the 15th of this month, the sea turtle nesting season begins on island coasts and for this purpose, the Committee will be installed tomorrow at 5 pm at the Town Hall. VIDEO
Noti IM reports that two fishermen were treated in the hyperbaric chamber yesterday for decompression, for a total of nine (so far this year). It is noted that the lobster season ended on March first.
Noti IM reports that two "cloned" taxis were detected and it is estimated that there are at least five in the taxi union VIDEO
IM Noticias
Im Noticias reports that the boats of the 30th edition of the "Al Sol" regatta will depart at 11am on Thursday, May 10th. This regatta is held every other year and departs from Pensacola Florida. The boats are expected to arrive on May 12th and 13th. The rest of the article has the events, see the May Events section below.
IM Noticias reports two 'cloned' taxis were detected and it is estimated that there are about ten of these 'irregular' vehicles (lacking correct plates/placas, and 'cloned' from another' number). VIDEO
IM Noticias also reports that two fishermen were treated in the hyperbaric chamber yesterday for decompression, for a total of nine (so far this year). and that the lobster season ended on March first.
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From POR ESTO Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
"Wato" replaced as FUTV leader
Transparentar el desempeño del “Wato”[+] Ver masFull POR ESTO article at this link
On Sunday, Eduardo Peniche was replaced as leader of the Frente Único de Trabajadores del Volante (FUTV) de Quintana Roo, which is comprised of 17 taxi unions. The new FUTV leader is Ruben Aguilar Gomez, who is the leader of the taxi union "Lazaro Cardenas del Rio".
Mr. Peniche, aka "Wato", was leader of the Isla Mujeres taxi union, "Gustavo Diaz Ordaz", for 13 years, until he was voted out in December, and Jose Magana Galue was elected. Mr. Magana Galue has experienced opposition from supporters of Wato, and says that the former leader has not turned over the documentation or assets.
"Isla Mujeres" soccer team playing Saturday in Salina Chica
“Isla Mujeres” suma sus primeros tres puntos [+] Ver masFull POR ESTO article at this link
The team "Isla Mujeres" represents the municipality in the state soccer league, and won their most recent game. The championship consists of two rounds, and there are ten teams representing the municipalities. Isla Mujeres lost its first match, and won this last game against Jose Maria Morelos, and hopes to win this weekend's game against "Photostaff". The game will begin at 5pm at the soccer field in Salina Chica.
Panic when a high voltage cable fell
Pánico al caer un cable de alta tensión [+] Ver masFull POR ESTO article at this link
May 7 On Monday morning, a high voltage electrical line of the CFE (Federal Electrical Commission) fell on a busy road in colonia La Gloria, causing panic among the neighbors after it made contact with the roof of a golf cart. There were tourists and a child crossing the street who were not affected, but it hit the top of a golf cart. One witness said, "The cable didn't touch the metal of the vehicle, otherwise the story might be different."
The incident occurred at 7am along the sidewalk of Lizeta Street with the Caribbean coastal (perimetral) road, and it caused a blackout in that area of the colonia. Angel Mateo Rodriguez said he was taking his son to school when he saw the cable fall onto the top of a golf cart. He said, "It was a good thing it hit the plastic top of the cart, because a couple seconds more and it would have fallen on us."
A few minutes later, personnel with Civil Protection and with the CFE arrived to remove and replace the line, and electrical service was restored in less than an hour. The Director of Civil Protection, Ulises Berman, said there were no unfortunate consequences, and he advised the CFE to be more careful and not repeat this type of incident. Although the CFE has had some service interruptions in recent months, its executives have reiterated that the networks is kept under constant supervision to prevent unexpected outages.
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
In accordance with the electoral laws, the municipal Facebook site has suspended the release of information as of March 29, until after the election on July 1st.
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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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| May Events Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events |
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| May 1 8:52 May 2 9:44 May 3 10:35 May 4 11:25 May 29 7:37 May 30 8:29 May 31 9:19 Painting by Pamela Haase Sunset ~7:15 Sunrise ~6:05 |
Turtles begin mating and nesting in May. They can be observed mating offshore from Punta Sur during this month, and they nest along the eastern beaches. Tortugranja staff and volunteers gather the eggs and incubate them in the sand in a pen outside the facility. This is the dry season when farmers burn brush from their milpa-fields on the mainland, and salt was gathered at Salina Grande lake for hundreds of years, until the mid 1900's.
Wednesday May 2 Private Sol al Sol Regatta Events: Golf Cart Poker Run at 10a and Captain's party at the Casa del las Rocas & Crew party at Buhos both at 1p. (Happy hour schedules will be posted each day by 11am at the Race Headquarters. This is the 50th edition, they come annually from St Petersburg, Florida.)
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| photo by Bruce Roberts |
Thursday, May 3 Dia de la Cruz (celebrated by construction workers)
Thursday, May 3 Artist Fair 3-8 Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at Abasolo
Thursday, May 3 Private Sol al Sol Rega6ta Events: Cocktail parties at 12:30 and 3;30-5 at Ballyhoo's and Cabanas poolside
Thursday, May 3 at 7 Mayor's reception for the Sol al Sol Regatta
Friday, May 4 Amigo's Regatta for Islanders age 8-12. Skipper's meeting at 10a. Children board 10:30-11a at the Lima dock. Boats depart at 11:30, and the race starts at noon.
Friday, May 4 at 8p: Private Sol al Sol Regatta Events: Cocktail Party at 6p & Awards Ceremony at 8p at Buho's/Maria del Mar
Saturday, May 5 "Cinco de Mayo" Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla against the French.
Saturday, May 5 Peak of the Eta Aquarid meteor showers (which began in late April and continue thru May 20). In the pre dawn hours, rates could reach 15-20 per hour.
Sunday, May 6 Noches Magicas performances at 8p on the Town Square
Wednesday, May 9 Regatta Al Sol "Cruising" category yachts depart from Pensacola Florida. (This is the 30th edition. They come every other year.)
Thursday, May 10 Mother's Day
Thursday, May 10 Regatta Al Sol "Racing" category yachts depart
Thursday, May 10 Artist Fair 3-8 Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at Abasolo
Sunday, May 13 Noches Magicas performances at 8p on the Town Square
Sunday, May 13 5p Regatta Al Sol Arrival party at Buhos (private event)
Tuesday, May 15 Regatta Al Sol Private Beach party at noon and City Council reception at Town Hall at 7p
Tuesday, May 15 Dia del Maestro / Teacher's Day
Tuesday May 15 Whale Shark Season officially begins (if the permits are issued on time this year). Rays can also be seen enjoying the 'buffet' that attracts the whale sharks to this area. (There are abundant fish eggs and plankton in the areas where they congregate and feed).
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Wednesday, May 16 Regatta Al Sol Captain's party at the Rock House (private event). 5p Mardi Gras Parade from Ciros Restaurant. 7p Basketball game against Islander team on downtown court by the Town Square
Thursday, May 17 Artist Fair 3-8 Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at Abasolo
Thursday, May 17 Regatta Al Sol Awards presentation at 7p at Maria del Mar (private event)
Friday, May 18 Cosme Alberto Martinez Magana International Fishing Tournament Captain's Dinner 5000p registration. Catch & Release. Prizes for top ten.
Saturday, May 19 Cosme Alberto Martinez Magana International Fishing Tournament Day 1 from the Coopertive Caribe dock (#9)
Sunday, May 20 Cosme Alberto Martinez Magana International Fishing Tournament Day2 & Awards
Sunday, May 20 Noches Magicas performances at 8p on the Town Square
Thursday, May 24 Artist Fair 3-8 Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at Abasolo
Sunday, May 27 Noches Magicas performances at 8p on the Town Square
Thursday, May 31 Artist Fair 3-8 Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at Abasolo
Sources for Weather Information:
LINK to Civil Protection Q Roo weather bulletin (Spanish)
LINK to Mexico National Weather Service (Spanish)
LINK to satellite images for the Mexico National Weather Service (Yucatan peninsula is under Satellite GOES Este, I recommend "Animacion" (it used to be in my blog margin, until Blogger became incompatible with it).
LINK to a private weather station on Isla Mujeres
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