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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
Nearly a year since the disappearance of the fishermen of the Anastacia
Ya casi cumple un año el naufragio
Recuerdan a pescadores desaparecidos de la Anastacia
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de marzo.-
It is remembered that the five fishermen of the Anastacia left Isla Mujeres on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 to capture fish and shark, but to this date, nothing is known about them. Intense search actions lasted for several weeks, a year ago, which included the islanders, the international community, and state and local (and national) authorities, with no results. Preparations and plans are being made to remember them, and to generate resources for their families,who still live on the island. These could last a week or more, around March 29th, and so far the plans include a couple of Catholic Masses in their honor.
Keeping promises
Recognizing the leadership of Juan Carrillo
Cumple promesas
Reconocen isleños liderazgo de Juan Carrillo
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de marzo.-
See City section below...
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
The Mayor, Juan Carrillo Soberanis, is keeping his commitments to improve the public areas and parks, and to keep them clean, so that families have safe areas to gather and enjoy healthy recreation and sports. He is working together with the state and federal governments to develop and improve services and public works in the municipality. He invites the participation of the community, so that the municipality will continue to grow and become even more prosperous, where everyone has a promising future.
The remodeling of the park "Hormiguitas Obreras" was completed, which is used by housewives for zumba, in response to requests, and included the construction of bathrooms. It is used by dozens of families with children who otherwise lack a suitable space for recreation.
National Day of the Family is meant to convey the values that are representative of the more important core of our society, the family. Celebrate this day with those you love!
El Día de la Familia es un esfuerzo por tratar de transmitir los valores representativos del núcleo más importante de nuestra sociedad: la familia. ¡Celebra este día con quienes amas!
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
"Billion standing against violence to women and girls" event took place
Se suman al "Billón de pie contra la violencia a las mujeres y las niñas" - http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/se-suman-al-billon-de-pie-…/
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Boat motor stolen
Siguen los robos a embarcaciones. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The motor was stolen from the boat of Hermenegildo Azcorra y Ruiz, aka "Pinky" when it was moored near the Whale Shark monument. He said the theft must have occurred in the early hours of Saturday, because his son noticed the boat was gone when he went downtown that day at 7:30am. His son did not think anything was wrong, but just that the captain had moved it. He said, "When we confirmed that the boat was missing, we returned to take a good look around and realized that it was hidden in the mangroves, but now it had no motor. There is light where it was, so they untied it and moved it into the dark, in order to remove the engine in peace."
He said the thieves have broken him with this action, since this motor cost him 80,000 pesos some years ago, but now would cost more than 120,000 to replace, and he wonders where he could get that amount. He said, "There have been several robberies in this area, with the most recent occurring just a few months ago, but the authorities have done nothing. Fortunately the area is better lit than before, when the street lights almost never worked in that section. However, we don't see the police doing foot patrols, they just drive past, using up gasoline."
In response to a question, he explained that on that same Saturday morning, after discovering that the engine was gone, he went to the Ministerio Publico (Public Prosecutor) and filed a complaint, who is fortunately has staff available on weekends.
Hotels doing well
Hoteles en su mejor momentoe.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Overall hotel occupancy is at 90 percent, and could be higher if it included tourists staying in apartments and private homes. It is expected to be even higher during Easter vacation.
Tourists were observed on the streets, renting carts, at the restaurants, shopping in stores, and enjoying the beaches and water. The beaches were less crowded than many Sundays, and as the day advanced, the clouds blocked the sun, and there were stronger winds.
The port was closed for small boats, except activities were allowed to el Farito and the lagoon areas. There were several catamarans over 40 feet in length visiting from the Cancun Hotel Zone. Golf cart rental agencies reported they rented out practically 100 percent of their units.
Restrictions continue for small boats
Permanece restringida la navegación .. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
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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, 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
Wednesday March 1 Ash Wednesday, beginning of Lent
Thursday, March 2 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Be proud to be an islander. Don't miss it!
500 years since discovery 1517-2017
Program
Start of the Commemoration
Friday March 3
Official Ceremony to commemorate 500 years since the discovery of Isla Mujeres
9am at the eastern Malecon by the Paso de la Triguena (east of the Town Square by the bathrooms)
SATURDAY, MARCH 4
Carnaval Dance Troupe from Holbox "Las Dormadoras" dancing in the streets of Isla Mujeres.
Saturday March 4
Cultural Artistic Festival with the Ballet Folklorico of the State of Quintana Roo
"The Setting is Quintana Roo"
"Trova Islena"
Accompanied by the musical group "Mar y Arena" (Sea & Sand)
8pm Town Square
Monday, March 6 Town Square 5:30 The City of Isla Mujeres invites the island community to participate in a Zumba demonstration class as part of the International Day of Women.
Wednesday, March 8 International Women's Day
Thursday, March 9 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Sunset ~6:50p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
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| March 12 7:12 Full Moon March 13 8:05 March 14 8:56 March 15 9:47 March 16 10:37 March 17 11:26 |
Painting by Pam Haase Link to website
Thursday, March 16 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Friday, March 17 St. Patrick's Day
Saturday, March 18 Oil Expropriation Day
Monday March 20 Equinox & Day off for Benito Juarez's birthday
Tuesday, March 21 Benito Juarez's birthday
Thursday, March 23 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Thursday, March 30 Artist Fair Casa de Cultura Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
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The Artist's Fairs are scheduled weekly on Thursdays at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9 thru April 20.
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