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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
Boat owners want increased vigilance in response to wave of transmission thefts
Náuticos solicitan mayor vigilancia
Ante ola de robos de motores
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 6 de septiembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 6 de septiembre.-
Owners of boats that are anchored near the Whale Shark monument and the concrete pier near the (car) ferry terminal want increased vigilance from the maritime authorities, from ZOFEMAT (Federal Zone agency) and municipal police, because in recent days there have been thefts of transmissions from outboard motors in that area. Three transmission systems were stolen in the wee hours of the morning, from two boats. These parts are known as "colas" (tails) and have a value of 18,000 to 25,000 pesos each.
The Harbor Master, Ismael Gonzalez Gil, said there is no way to monitor these parts because they have no record, which makes recovery and detention of those responsible difficult. Theft of these parts remains a significant problem, which has increased since last year. There were more than ten cases of theft of these parts last year, and so far in 2016 there have been six cases reported.
No plans to suspend procession in honor of Our Lady of Charity
No prevén suspensión de procesión
En honor a la Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 6 de septiembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 6 de septiembre.-
Although there is a large storm forming in the Atlantic Ocean which could affect the weather on Saturday, Sept. 10, there are no plans at this time to cancel the procession to Isla Contoy in honor of Our Lady of Charity. About 1500 people and 140 boats are expected to participate in the event which will begin at 10am (other reports said ~8am) on Saturday, Sept. 10. A meeting will be held today at noon in the Port Authority offices.
This will be the 17th edition of this procession which traditionally includes hundreds of fishermen and their families. Each year, the procession goes on foot from the Church of Immaculate Conception to the concrete pier, where tourist boats, including one from Ultramar, will transport the participants. In 2015 there were about 120 boats and about 900 people.
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Come and enjoy the Patriotic Festivities on our beautiful island. Here is the schedule of activities
Ven a disfrutar de las Fiestas Patrias en nuestra hermos Isla.
Conoce el programa del mes patrio.
Sept. 13 at 9am Benito Juarez Middle School Ceremony commemorating the 169th anniversary of the Battle of Chapultepec in 1847 Dia de los Ninos Heroes of Chapultepec
Sept. 14 at 9am Colegio Bachilleres High School Ceremony commemorating the 192nd anniversary of the Annexation of Chiapas in 1824
Sept. 15 at 9:30pm Town Square Band & Dancing * Coronation of Queens of the Patriotic Festivities * Proclamation of Independence-Grito (See poster in Events section)
Sept. 16 at 8am Naval base Civic parade for the anniversary of the Independence of Mexico
Sept. 30 at 8am Julio Sauri Espinoza school commemoration of the 251st anniversary of the birth of Jose Maria Morelos
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Five boat transmissions stolen
Saquean embarcaciones+] Ver mas
See translation in the DQR section. The thefts occurred Sunday night to two boats owned by Sea Hawk Divers and three boats owned by Mundaca Divers, and were discovered Monday morning. The port was open Monday morning and the crews were planning to go out on whale shark tours. Both companies had to cancel the tours, and refund the payments.
The boats were anchored in the API (Port Authority) area which is parallel to Rueda Medina, between Comejin restaurant and the (vehicle) ferry There is also a private boat that appears to be abandoned or adrift in the area of the mangroves, which may have been ransacked.
At least one of those affected, Ariel Barandica of Sea Hawk Divers, filed a complaint with the Public Prosecutor's Office. (Ministerio Publico). The average cost for one of these transmission is 80,000 pesos (sic?), plus the economic effect of losing days of work, just as the whale shark season is drawing to a close.
This area of the port is not monitored by the Port Authorities, which allows thefts of parts, gasoline, and even boats. Sea Hawk had hired a security guard, who was sick on Sunday and didn't go to work.
Hinder proposal to expand airport
Entorpecen proyecto para reactivar aeropista [+] Ver mas
This information has already been translated about entrepreneurs who have proposed that the airport be expanded, and are now unhappy about a private construction project in the vicinity of the runway, north of the gas station.
Busy port
Intensa actividad portuaria] Ver mas
Harbor Master of Isla Mujeres, Miguel Ismael Gonzalez Gil, say that the Port of Isla Mujeres has the second most arrivals, behind Cozumel. Annually, about 400 yachts and sailboats arrive in Isla Mujeres to spend some time here, of whom about 60 percent are sailboats and the other 40 percent are yachts, mostly designed for sports fishing.
Of these ~400 boats, about half use port facilities such as muelles, astilleros, varaderos (docks, shipyards, and dry docks, I think.) and the other half anchor in areas approved for that purpose. Of the anchored boats, 90 percent are sailboats and catamarans, and only ten percent are yachts. It is presumed that this may be related to purchasing power, since yacht owners are often in a better position economically, while the sailboat owners may prefer to save money by anchoring in the Bay. He explained that the yacht owners generate more economic activity when they use the services of the port facilities such as water and electricity.
He said that the boats in the marinas pay a daily fee, based on their length, while the boats at anchor in the Bay pay a one time fee for the right to anchor, which is between 286 and 631 pesos, depending on their tonnage. They only pay the fee once, and then they may come and go out of the Bay as often as they wish. He said often these boats are crewed by elderly retirees, or by young people seeking an adventure. He explained that Isla Mujeres has an annual average of about 200 sailboats anchoring in the Bay, whose stays average between one week to three months, although there are others who stay longer or shorter, of course.
So far in 2016, there have been 297 arrivals, and about 80 to 100 more boats are expected in upcoming months.
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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. 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.
September events
Sunset ~6:45p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
Sept. 16 6:58p
Sept. 17 7:45p
Sept. 18 8:32p
Sept. 19 9:21p
Sept. 20 10:12p
Sept. 21 11:05p
Every Tuesday & Thursday at 10am: Sergio's Batik class. ~3 hours long. 400p includes materials. Casa de Cultura
Aug. 30-Sept. 8 Our Lady of Charity Celebration: Patron Saint of Fishermen.
Evening activities at the chapel of Caridad del Cobre in colonia Miraflores.
Wed., Sept. 7-Mass at 10p, then Las Mananitas (usually at midnight).
Thur. Sept 8 Saint's Day of Our Lady of Charity
Sat., Sept. 10-Boat procession to Isla Contoy departs at ~8am, (DQR says 10am). This 17th annual procession will include hundreds of Catholics who will travel 30km, transporting the wooden icon to the chapel at the fishermen's camp. A Mass will be held, and the people will return to Isla Mujeres afterwards, probably shortly after noon. The Virgin de la Caridad del Cobre is the patron saint of seamen and this icon from Cuba will remain in Isla Contoy throughout the lobster season, returning to Isla Mujeres in early March.
Sept. 1 Thursday Artist Fair scheduled at Casa de Cultura 4-9
Friday, Sept. 2 at 7:30pm the "Movies in your colonia" program presents "Bichos" (A Bug's Life) at the Bicentario Plaza in La Gloria. Free.
Sept. 5-9 Second state Week of the Manatee
Sunday, Sept. 11 International Coastal Cleanup in Isla Mujeres
Tuesday, Sept. 13 Dia de los Ninos Heroes of Chapultepec
Thursday, Sept.15 Artist Fair scheduled 4-9p
Thursday, Sept. 15 Grito of Dolores Celebration
Town Square.
9:30 Folklorico Dancers Performing
10p Coronation of the Festival Queens
11p Celebration of the Proclamation of the Grito of Independence
11:30 Super Crack band
Friday, Sept. 16 Independence Day
Thursday Sept. 22 Equinox
The 9th annual Diabetes Clinic is November 3 in La Gloria. We are a team of nurses, social workers, EMT's and paramedics with a doctor for consultation of patients who need to be seen immediately. Please consider donating $50 which would buy 200 test strips, enough for one patient for a year. We also need donations of reading glasses, particularly the higher numbers. Many diabetics have vision problems too. We have a drop off location at Marina Paraiso Hotel or will pick up wherever you are! Muchisims gracias for your generosity ~ Contact Karen Rosenberg Here or email me at westofcuba@gmail.com
Sources for Storm Information:
Wunderground
Tropical Tidbits
NOAA
The Artist's Fairs are scheduled twice a month, on the First and Third Thursdays, at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9.
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