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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
Mayor: A clean municipality is a priority
Municipio limpio, prioridad
Juan Carrillo “blinda” imagen de la Isla
Lanrry parra
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de febrero.-
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de febrero.-
See City section below
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
MAINTAINING A CLEAN MUNICIPALITY, IS THE BEST EXAMPLE OF LOVE FOR ISLA MUJERES
• Juan Carrillo Soberanis reiterates the commitment of his administration to taking care of the image of the island for visitors and islanders.
Having quality public services, which help to have a clean municipality, is one of the commitments of the municipal president, Juan Carrillo Soberanis, for the benefit of all the island families and their health.
"From the beginning of this administration, I have explained how important the help of community is in regard to caring for the island, which is significant not only for those who live here, but also for the people who visit us every day. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words, and the first impression that visitors have of the municipality is everything, "said the mayor.
Mayor Juan Carrillo Soberanis expressed his gratitude for the support that the islanders have given him in terms of improvements and maintenance of the parks and recreation areas, such as the park in colonia La Gloria, which recently received maintenance from both the community and authorities.
It is noted that the Public Services Department has improved the garbage collection service and the cleaning of streets and avenues of the municipality, both on the island and in the Continental Zone, continuously, responding to the needs of the community and ensuring the well-being of each of the inhabitants of Isla Mujeres.
During the time that this administration has been in charge, important work has been carried out for the benefit of the community, such as cleaning the Trash Transfer Facility, increasing the frequency of garbage collection, various junk removal programs, and cleaning of the beaches, parks and family recreation areas, among others.
That is why the municipal president is asking the community to continue supporting the work of caring for the image of Isla Mujeres, which will strongly ensure it retains its position among the best destinations to visit in Quintana Roo and Mexico, helping the economy of all island families.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
Maintaining a clean municipality
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/mantener-nuestro-municipio…/
Navy assists with rescue of 8 Cubans in two different actions
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/rescatan-en-isla-mujeres-a…/
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Navy helps with rescue of 8 Cubans
Armada apoya en rescate de 8 personas [+] Ver mas Full article at this link
The Ministry of the Navy reported that in two separate actions, Naval personnel with to the Fifth Naval Region (based in Isla Mujeres) provided perimeter security to personnel from the Special Prosecutor for Kidnapping Investigations / Fiscalía Especializada de Investigación al Secuestro (FEIS) to rescue eight people who were allegedly kidnapped. The first action was carried out when the FEIS requested support to this Naval Command during the rescue of two Cuban people (a woman and a man) and the arrest of an alleged kidnapper, and to later transfer people to Cancun aboard an Interceptor Patrol boat. The second action took place when the FEIS requested perimeter security from the Naval Command during the search and location of six people of Cuban nationality (one woman and five men) in the vicinity of Makax lagoon, who were later transferred to the Policia Ministerial of Isla Mujeres, and were delivered to personnel with the National Institute of Migration (INM), ending the assistance without any incidents. With these actions, the Government of the Republic, through the Mexican Armed Forces and security agencies, reaffirms its commitment to families to ensure their safety, which is why the public is invited to report any wrongful act to the telephone number 01 800 627 4621.
City complies with judicial order
Cumple el ayuntamiento ordenamiento judicial [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The municipal General Secretary, Joel Sauri, said the City of Isla Mujeres has fulfilled its responsibilities in the collective amparo to carry out the distribution of hundreds of residential and commercial lots in the Continental Zone, where the state government is 'urbanizing' part of 100 hectares which the City donated for this purpose. He explained the requirements, the deadlines, and the actions that were taken, which included opening a window to receive paperwork from the complainants who sought legal remedy in 2014. They were among the 1715 people who received letters of assignment in 2005 from the then-Mayor Paulino Adame Torres. The window closed on January 17th.
A Council Commission was also established to follow up on this issue, and a collaboration agreement was signed with the state government, to coordinate efforts and comply with the judicial requirements. He said all the details of this cadastral (deeding) process will be turned over to the judge before the deadline expires. The lots are being assigned to the complainants in the Nueva Ciudad de Isla Mujeres on the mainland.
He said that the City and SEDUVI have to proceed within ten days to conclude the contracts of sale and the assignment of lots by delivering the necessary documentation. Once those contracts have been concluded, possession of the lots can take place.
Tourists continue arriving to the island
Turistas siguen arribando a la isla .. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Although the price of crossing between Isla Mujeres and Puerto Juarez on the ferry has increased 100 percent, there has been no decrease noticed in tourism, due to the arrival of visitor for "Spring Break", according to personnel with APIQRoo and tourism service providers at the Maritime Terminal.
The agencies renting golf carts, motorcycles, and bicycles were doing a good business starting at 10am, when visitors began to arrive in the more than 50 boats which transfer tourists to Isla Mujeres from various points in Cancun and Punta Sam. The Port Authority of Quintana Roo (APIQRoo) reported that there was a good flow of visitors thru the two terminals that operate in the Cancun Hotel Zone, from Puerto Juarez, and from Punta Sam; as well as from the docks of the small lanchero boats, “Adolfo López Mateos” and “Boteros Libres”; and from the Isla Mujeres Yacht Club and other private facilities.
Regarding the increase in Ultramar fares for the crossing between Isla Mujeres and Puerto Juarez, business owners want the municipal government to intervene and request that the SCT (Ministry of Transportation and Communication) investigate whether the increase is justified. They believe this increase will impact them after high season, and note that Ultramar was fined a few years ago for monopolistic practices by COFECE (Federal Commission for Economic Competition).
Effects
A manger at the Poc-na hostel was consulted and she said there has been no impact among their guests from the increase so far, but she expects it will have an effect when many clients opt to be on the island for some days, but then want to cross over to Cancun for various reason, and will have to take the costs into account.
She said it is likely that national tourists will stay on the mainland and decline to cross to the island, as will families from Cancun who frequent the island to relax on weekends. Hotel manager Eleazar Juarez said, "We are going to be affected by this increase and the municipal authorities must ask that the SCT do its job and confirm what we suspect."
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| View from the rooms. |
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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, Bahama Mama, 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
Feb. 2 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 5 Sunday 8p Town Square The Noches Magicas performances will feature three singers and four dance troupes, including the children's Folklorico troupe
Constitution Day This is the Centennial. The Mexican Constitution was drafted in Santiago de Querétaro by a Constitutional Convention during the Mexican Revolution. It was approved by the Mexican Constitutional Congress on February 5, 1917.
Feb. 6 Monday Day Off for Constitution Day (A Federal holiday, some cities & towns will have parades and celebrations. This is the Centennial)
Feb 7-11 Island Time Fishing Tournament
Feb. 9 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Sunset ~6:40p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
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| Feb. 10 6:39 followed by a lunar eclipse Feb. 11 7:36 Feb. 12 8:31 Feb. 13 9:24 Feb. 14 10:16 |
Painting by Pam Haase Link to website
Feb 11-16 National Artisans Fair 11a-10p Town Square
Feb. 12 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas performances Town Square
Feb. 14 Tuesday Valentine's Day
Feb. 16 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 19 Sunday 8p Noches Magicas performances Town Square
Feb. 23 Thursday 4-9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Feb. 24 Friday Flag Day
Feb. 24-28 Carnaval
FRIDAY FEB 24
GALA NIGHT OF CORONATIONS
Coronation of the Kings & Queens of Carnaval
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Town Square / 8p
Dance to Live Music by MegaBoom
SATURDAY FEB 25
CUBAN NIGHT
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Dance Show & Live Music
Kimbara Show (*Here's a version sung by Celia & Tito: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm2C5hx4sI0 )
Town Square / 8p
SUNDAY FEB 26
CARNAVAL PARADE
Begins at the monument in front of the Naval base on Rueda Medina.
Concludes in front of the Posada Beach (*aka Playa Centro) / 3p
Live DJ music at the Posada Beach and in the street of Rueda Medina.
AFTERNOON OF FANTASY
Performances by Children's Dance Troupes & Persons w Disabilities.
Children's Costume Contest
Children's Show of Botargas (*Costumed Characters like Barney & Dr Simi)
Town Square / 3p
NIGHT OF FANTASY
Performance by Senior Citizens Carnaval Dance Troupe
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes of Diversity
Daudeth Alarcon: Master of Ceremonies
Dance to Live Music
Town Square / 8p
MONDAY FEB 27
CARNAVAL PARADE
Begins at the monument in front of the Naval base on Rueda Medina.
Concludes in front of the Posada Beach (*aka Playa Centro) / 3p
CARNAVAL MONDAY
Traditional Night
Carnaval Dance Troupes
Adult Costume Contest
Nani Namu & Stars Show (*Comedy & Dance & Crossdressing)
Dance to Live Music
Town Square / 8p
TUESDAY FEB 28
CARNAVAL TUESDAY
Negrada & Toro Petate / In the town streets after noon
(*La Negrada celebrates the Afro-Caribbean roots of Carnaval & also dressing as opposite sex. Toro Petate features a dance-fight w one character in a huge costume.)
CLOSING NIGHT
Performances by Carnaval Dance Troupes
Burning of Juan Carnaval
Last Will & Testament of Juan Carnaval
Dance to live music by Junior Klan
Town Square / 8p
SATURDAY, MARCH 4
Carnaval Dance Troupe from Holbox "Las Dormadoras" dancing in the streets of Isla Mujeres.
Photos by Bruce from Carnaval 2015
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The Artist's Fairs are scheduled weekly on Thursdays at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9 thru April 20.
Yoga at the Casa Cultura on Monday & Wednesday mornings at 9am and Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6pm. On the back street, Guerrero, at Abasolo.
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