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News from the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
April 7 World Health Day, to convey the importance of equality in health care services.
Crime prevention work helps keep Isla Mujeres safe and secure LINK
This work includes a clean-up campaign at various schools on the island and in the Continental Zone. The first was the Cesar Mendoza Santana primary school, and other schools are on the schedule. The Director of the municipal police Crime Prevention division said that they will visit all the schools and maintain a close relationship with them. They will continue offering talks and training related to social adaptation and self-protection skills, and family risk factors, promoting familial harmony, healthy recreation, and trust in municipal authorities. There is emphasis on prevention of child abuse, identification of abuse, and respect for the rights of children and teens.
ON THE MAINLAND: Municipal government protects Francisco May village from a forest fire LINK
We continue to work to provide residents with a better quality of life with streets and avenues in optimal condition to maintain a better Isla Mujeres
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FB News Sites about Isla Mujeres
Tvisla Mujeres
Rescue of sailboat with two people aboard very close Isla Contoy LINK
ON THE MAINLAND, first forest fire of the season has been 100% extinguished and the population of Francisco May village is out of danger LINK
Isla Mujeres Al Dia
Noti Isla Mujeres
VIDEO Isla Mujeres soccer team remains undefeated after they tied Tulum with three goals each
ON THE MAINLAND Drug lab dismantled in Rancho Viejo LINK
IM Noticias
Accusing Ultramar of improper and illegal competition
La Tertulia
Maritima ferry company is ready to throw in the towel from monopolistic practices between the Ultracarga ferry company and the APIQROO port authority~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Link to Por Esto's Isla Mujeres section
Click on Spanish headline for the original article & photos
Arrival of Cold Front #49
Llega el frente frío número 49
Two people in a sailboat were rescued
Rescatan a dos tripulantes de un velero
Two people of French nationality in a sailboat lacking propulsion due a mechanical failure were rescued by Naval personnel two nautical miles (3.7 km) east of Isla Contoy. Their boat "Tobin" was towed to port to receive maintenance, and the two people were in good health. It is not known whether they were headed toward Isla Mujeres or the Gulf of Mexico.Accusing the Port Authority of an alliance with Ultramar
Acusan a Apiqroo de alianza con Ultramar
On the Mainland: Protecting the village of Francisco May from brush fire
Protegen poblado de Francisco May del fuego
On the Mainland: Sneakers donated to children of the Agricultural Zone & the celebrated Day of Sports
Regalan tenis a niños de la ZA y celebran el Día del Deporte
Lifeguards are prepared
Guardavidas preparados
The lifeguards have completed their training and the buoy lines are in good condition. Beaches being monitored will include North Beach, Playa Centro, and Media Luna beach where swimming isn't allowed. There is not time to attend to the missing life guard towers, and it is noted that the Media Luna watchtower needs maintenance, the one on North Beach at the end of Hidalgo needs replacing, and adding a tower for the “Riíto” should be considered.Flipped golf cart
Vuelca carro de golf
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It is noted that there are more than 800 golf carts available for rent on the island, and many of the operators are inexperienced and tend to lose control when they increase their speed, or they invade the oncoming lane, according to official reports about incidents.
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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 & fast 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, BBQ grills, safes, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer & dryer, loungers. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Large sliding doors open to a patio & our backyard-beach, overlooking the Caribbean sea. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking, 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 neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within ten minutes walk are a variety of restaurants including Mango Cafe, Brisas, Manolitos, La Chatita, 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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Full moon rising over the Caribbean
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April 19 7:36 April 20 8:36 April 21 9:36 April 22 10:33 April 23 11:28 Painting by Pamela Haase Sunset ~7p-7:10 Sunrise ~6:40a-6:15 |
April Events
Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
On Saturday's at 8a-11a, Plogging events to clean up the island are held, meetup locations at this LINK . Bring your refillable bottle & they'll supply gloves, water, & bags, Here's the Accion Isla LINK
On Wednesday's, 11:30a-1p, The Little Yellow School House is serving tasty lunch specials that change weekly, located on Paseo de Peces in La Gloria, the wide east-west street with Mundaca, Catholic Church & University and the Bead Coop. LYSH provides education & therapy for Isla's special needs kids. More info: LINK
Wednesday nights at 8:45p, a new bicycling group invite people to join them for healthy recreation, meeting at Juarez & Abasolo. Lights required, helmet recommended. LINK
On Thursday's 3p-8p, Artists Fairs are held in front of the Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero at the cross street Abasolo, weather permitting.
In April, fishermen in this region are banned from catching Lobster and Octopus in April. Lobsters kept in captivity continue to be available, along with frozen tails. LINK
At the Maritime Terminals, security measures will be implemented with metal detectors and a button for passengers to push, with a red light indicating their possessions will be inspected.
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Monday, April 1 at 9a Civic Ceremony on the Town Square
Tuesday, April 2 at 9a-2p, free rabies vaccinations in the La Gloria park. Pets must be at least 3 months old and not pregnant or lactating.
Wednesday, April 3 at 9a-2p free rabies vaccinations at the park in colonia Electristas. Pets must be at least 3 months old and not pregnant or lactating.
Friday, April 5 at 10a, Art Exposition at the Casa de la Cultura by artist Scarlett Mora representing the Mayan culture and the culture of the Zone of Quintana Roo "Tzolkin Ante Mis Ojos" (Tzolkin before my eyes...Tzolkin is the Mayan Calendar of 260 days). Guerrero at Abasolo.
Saturday, April 6 The Red Cross will kick off its annual donation drive, when entrepreneurs and municipal and Naval authorities traditionally
contribute, as well as local business owners. Students will be
collecting donations and receptacles will be available at businesses. In 2018, the ambulance went out an
average of 4.5 times daily. The number of average daily ambulance runs
has doubled, compared to 2016. About
200,000 pesos will be needed for the upcoming year.Sunday, April 7 at 7a there will be a free running competition at the Mundaca Hacienda for kids and an award ceremony at 10a at the El Pescador beach club-water park. With categories for boys and girls, kids who are ages 4-5 will run 200m, 6-7 run 400m, 8-9 run 800m, and 10-12 run 1600 meters.
Saturday, April 13 Easter Vacation period begins until the students return to school on Monday, April 28, when the number of visitors arriving to the island daily is one of the highest year-round, with last year's record being about 27,000.
Sunday, April 14 Palm Sunday There is usually a reenactment Link to the FB page of the downtown Catholic Church, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Friday, April 19 The Viacrusis/Passion of Christ reenactment begins at the Sacred Heart church on Paseo de Peces in La Gloria, goes to the Guadalupe Chapel overlooking the Caribbean in Salina Chica, then downtown to the Town Square in front of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception church.
Sunday, April 21 Easter
Monday, April 22 Earth Day Probably the fourth annual Earth Day clean-up, removing debris from the seabed and beaches, and inventorying it....this will take place Sunday, April 21...more info manana.
Sunday, April 27 Last day of Easter holidays
Wednesday, April 30 Children's Day
Thursday, May 1 Labor Day
Whale shark tour season is from mid-May to mid-September. Turtle nesting season is from May-October.
The Cosme Magana fishing tournament will be May 18 & 19, with over a million pesos in prizes. The women's tournament "La Dorada Del Caribe 2019" will be held June 28 & 29.
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
LINK to GOES East Band 16 GIF (animation)
LINK to a private weather station on Isla Mujeres
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