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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
~350 fishermen affected by seasonal ban on grouper
Sufrirán alrededor de 350 pescadores
Por veda de mero
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
The ban on grouper fishing from February 1 to March 31 will affect about 350 fishermen according to the president of the Quintana Roo Federation of Fishing Cooperatives, Baltazar Gómez Catzín. Previously the ban was from February 14 to March 14, but it was officially extended to 60 days for 2016, which involved SAGARPA (Secretaría de Agricultura, Ganadería, Desarrollo Rural, Pesca y Alimentación) via CONAPESCA (Comisión Nacional de Acuacultura y Pesca). This was officially published in the DOF (Diario Oficial de la Federacion).
According to the local fishermen, the extension of the ban will bring benefits to the reproduction of the species, because the females with eggs won't be captured. Previously there had been concerns that the ban should be extended beyond March 14, because there were still females who had not spawned. According to the publication in the DOF, the main reason for extending the temporary ban is to allow the species to have more time to spawn and thus establish guidelines for the sustainability of these organisms for fishing.
Association of Small Hotels want better internet service from Telmex
Exigen a Telmex que cumpla
Asociación de Pequeños Hoteles pide mejor servicio de Internet
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
The Association of Small Hotels Fascinantes of Isla Mujeres (Asociación de Pequeños Hoteles Fascinantes de Isla Mujeres) confirmed they will have another meeting with Telmex concerning the poor quality of internet service. Previously, Telmex had promised to have a fiber optic network installed downtown by the start of 2016, to accelerate internet speeds, which has not occurred.
The poor service causes annoyance for international and domestic tourists who are frequent users of the internet. The hoteliers want this problem addressed and the commitment met, before this lowers the prestige of Isla Mujeres as a vacation destination.
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Together we will all have the excellent home we deserve: having a clean healthy island is a shared responsibility between the people and the government. CITY GOVERNMENT IN YOUR COLONIA.
Todos unidos lograremos tener el gran hogar que merecemos: una isla limpia y sana, es responsabilidad compartida entre el pueblo y el gobierno. AYUNTAMIENTO EN TU COLONIA.
These are the artists who will perform at Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2016
Conoce a los artistas que tendremos en el Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2016
A beautiful postcard from our beautiful island.
Una hermosa postal de nuestra bella isla.
The City of Isla Mujeres via the Municipal Women's Institute invite residents to take part in the following training courses.
El Ayuntamiento de Isla Mujeres a través de la Instancia Municipal de la Mujer les invita a formar parte de los siguientes cursos de capacitación.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link)Schools in Isla Mujeres receiving economic aid to pay for their necessities: Secretary of Education
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Potholes pose risk for accidents
Peligro latente. [+] Ver mas
Tourists lease more than 600 vehicles daily, including golf carts, scooters, taxis, and bicycles, which are all traveling on the roads of the island. Potholes have appeared in two sections of the perimeter road, where hundreds of tourists travel, which poses a risk for these visitors, according to the taxi drivers.
The first troublesome stretch is between the airfield and the kindergarten "Gabriela Mistral", which is a distance of about 600 meters (~1/3 mi), and the other is from Amplification La Gloria to the FOVISSTE housing. Crossing these sections is a 'nightmare' for some drivers, especially at the bottleneck-like section by the airfield. The potholes could cause a fall by one of the two wheeled vehicles, as well as an accident by the larger vehicles, which could have negative consequences for the image of Isla Mujeres, according to some golf cart rental agents, who hear frequent complaints from visitors about this problem.
According to recent information for the Department of Public Works, there are no immediate plans for investment to refinish the damaged area near the runway, having considered a second stage to modernize this road, without risking failure to complete what was begun. (? no se tiene previsto inversión inmediata para terminar el tramo dañado por aeropista, considerando una segunda etapa para modernizar esa vía, por lo que habría riesgo de no terminarse lo que se comenzó.)
Some taxi drivers and private drivers, such as Eloy Sanchez and Elena Paz Hinojosa say, "Aguakan should take responsibility for repairing the damage they cause to the roads when they open them up repeatedly and do not properly repair them afterwards. This results in accidents which are their fault, and they should be held accountable."
Caution advised for small boats
Precaución para la navegación menorr.. [+] Ver mas
Forecasts from the SCT (Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes) and from SEMARNAT (Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales) indicate that good weather is expected in the northern region of Quintana Roo in upcoming days, before the arrival of the next winter storm. Caution is advised for small boats because choppy waters are expected daily, with waves up to two meters at times, and the Harbor Master recommended caution when the winds from the southeast are gusting over 30kph. The SCT forecast predicts the arrival of cold front #35, the ninth winter storm, into the northern part of Quintana Roo on Thursday.
In Isla Mujeres recreational activities took place on the sea and on the land, and the fishermen worked to replenish their inventories. Boaters in the Bay of Mujeres are advised to be aware that the boat "Happy Day" is have submerged near the entrance of Nichupte Lagoon at latitude 21° 07’ 52.90” Norte and longitude 086° 47’ 13.70” West, approximately 5 km west of Puerto Juárez. It is marked by two blinking green marine lanterns.
Taking measurements at the airfield
Trabajos de medición en la aeropista. [+] Ver mas
Last week, two people began taking measurements on the runway and in the parking area of the airfield, two months after its administration was transferred to the state of Quintana Roo at an official ceremony. Formerly, it had been administrated by the Navy for two decades.
At that ceremony on Nov. 20th, Enrique Lima Zuno, representing the business community, said the runway is in good condition and he requested that it be extended, and that the tower be rebuilt to house officials from Immigration, Customs, and International Health; in order to meet requirements for operating, which will require a significant investment of public resources.
Today the runway is used regularly by the Mexican Navy, and occasionally by one or two private airplanes. The business community is proposing that planes could arrive from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. In particular, these flights could carry friends and relatives of those who compete annually (and biennially) in the regattas from St Petersberg and Pensacola.
These events have occurred continuously for half a century, when boats bound for Isla Mujeres compete in late April and early May. Both cities, which are ports in Florida and sister cities with Isla Mujeres, represent great economic and social benefit to this destination, according to Sr. Lima Zuno, Director of the Yacht Club of Isla Mujeres.
The business owners want the runway extended another 300 meters to total 1500 meters, in order to accommodate flights by these executive aircraft. However, in the past the Directorate of Civil Aviation has issued an advisory recommendation, due to the urban growth around the airport, which has continued.
Completion of baseball park renovation delayed
Entorpece la comuna encuentros deportivos. [+] Ver mas
Renovation of the children's baseball park, “Ariel Magaña” began late last year and is expected to be completed by the end of February, with an investment of 2.9 million pesos, according to Public Works director Miguel Caballero Garcia.
This remodeling includes replacing the roof over the grandstands, adding new mesh protection, installing new gates to control access by players and by the public, expanding and completing the perimeter fence, improving the electrical installations and lighting systems in the stands and on the field, landscaping, marking the field, installing trash cans, and general painting.
The renovation was originally scheduled to begin in late September or early October and to be completed by the end of 2015, but it did not work out that way. The structures are about a decade old, and this work is important for the safety of athletes. It is noted that more maintenance of the sports facilities is desired by some sports promoters.
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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 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.
February events
Sunset ~6:30
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Feb. 22, Monday: 6:57 (Full Moon, sunset 6:50)
Feb. 23, Tuesday: 7:47
Feb. 24, Wednesday: 8:37
Feb. 25, Thursday: 9:25
Feb. 26, Friday: 10:14
Feb. 27, Saturday: 11:03
Feb. 28, Sunday: 11:52
Sunday, Jan. 31
Pescadores vs Cockteleros at 1pm at the El Pescador baseball field for the Winter Technical League
Feb. 1, Monday Day off for Constitution Day
Feb. 2 Candlemas If there was a plastic baby in your piece of Rosca (King's cake) on Dia de los Reyes (Kings Day), you're expected to provide tamales today for the friends who shared the cake with you. Link to info about Candlemas.
Announcement of the activities to commemorate World Wetlands Day.
Feb. 2, Tuesday 6pm Casa de Cultura "The Importance of Wetlands" Conference
Feb. 3, Wednesday 9am-11:30 am Clean Up Adult volunteers needed to assist & supervise the students. Wear closed shoes, hats, comfy clothing
Meeting place is the Bicentennial Dome in colonia La Gloria
February 4, Thursday Artist Fair 4-9 Outside the Casa de Cultura
Carnaval is February 5-9
Feb. 5, FRIDAY: GALA NIGHT Town Square 8pm
Coronations of the Carnaval King & Queen, the Senior Citizen King & Queen, and the King & Queen with Disabilities. Dance Troupe Performances. Special performance by the young singer Jomal.
Feb. 6, SATURDAY: CUBAN NIGHT Town Square 8pm
Dance Troupe Performances (Including RDS)
Dancing by Residents & Tourists to Music of the Band "Rebelde"
Rueda Medina & Posada Beach aka Playa Centro Live Music
FANTASY NIGHT Town Square 8pm
Costume Contests for Children & for Pets
Performance by Eduardo Togi
MONDAY: CARNAVAL Town Square 8pm
Dance Troupe Performances/Regional NIght, Adult Costume Contest
Comedy with Nani Namu & Stars
TUESDAY: CARNAVAL Town Square 8pm
Dance Troupe Performances (including RDS), Burning of Juan Carnaval & Reading of His Will
The theme for Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2016 is “El Escenario del Mundo” (The World Stage or Scenes of the World). Ten dance troupes are registered. The theme song is “Calor, Pasión, Mucha Diversión”.This article says Monday is Regional Night/Noche Regional LINK.
For more information, visit the social network sites of the Ayuntamiento (City government) LINK or go to the Casa de la Cultura, Av. Guerrero at the intersection with Abasolo, tel.: 8 770767
For more information, visit the social network sites of the Ayuntamiento (City government) LINK or go to the Casa de la Cultura, Av. Guerrero at the intersection with Abasolo, tel.: 8 770767
Feb. 10 Ash Wednesday
Feb. 11 Thursday, Naval Wives Monthly Breakfast Benefit (For Naval Hospital) 9am Naval Club
Feb. 13 & 14, Sat & Sun, Salina Chica Futbol Rapido Lightning Tournament
Feb 13-21 National Artisanal Fair Pabellón Nacional Artesanal
Feb. 14 Valentine's Day
Feb. 24 Flag Day
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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