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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
Clean municipality
Mayor Juan Carrillo committed to the islanders
Municipio limpio
Compromiso de Juan Carrillo con isleños
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 10 de marzo.-
ISLA MUJERES, 10 de marzo.-
See city section below....
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
The City of Isla Mujeres invites you to the activity of cleaning up gravel and debris at Las Tortugas park
El H. Ayuntamiento de Isla Mujeres los invita a la actividad de levantamiento de grava y escombro en el parque de Las Tortugas.
The mayor of Isla Mujeres, Juan Carrillo Soberanis reaffirmed his commitment to continue the cleaning work that has been carried out since the beginning of his administration, thanks to the work of the personnel of the municipal Public Services Department, headed by José Guadalupe Ríos Chalet.
The Mayor said, "The health of the islanders not only depends on their actions at home, but also on the authorities who provide solutions to improve municipal public services and cleanliness, therefore, this administration is committed to keeping Isla Mujeres clean, and I thank the personnel of the Public Services Department for their great work."
In addition, Juan Carrillo Soberanis said that a sample of the great commitment that the City has for the benefit of the island's inhabitants was that during Carnival Isla Mujeres 2017 efforts were redoubled in frequency and coverage of routes for the collection of trash, in the colonias as well as in the commercial and hotel zones, because there was a 30% increase in the amount of trash that was generated.
(There is information about trash collection and cleanups in the Continental Zone on the mainland part of the municipality.)
The Mayor concluded, "A lot of work has been done to clean up the municipality and we will continue working to constantly improve the quality of life of island families, whom I thank for their contribution to the cause by putting out their trash at the appropriate times, not leaving trash in the streets, and taking care of the cleaning of the public areas, because these are actions that achieve great changes."
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
Isla Mujeres not in FORTASEG: PAN
Isla Mujeres fuera del Fortaseg: PAN - http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/isla-mujeres-fuera-del-for…/
Officials with the state and local PAN political organization expressed regrets that the City of Isla Mujeres (whose administration is of the opposing PRI party) is not participating in the federal FORTASG program, which was formerly called SUBSEMUN. They said in 2016, the municipality received 11 million in funds, which this program provides to be used for public security, such as buying more equipment and updating equipment for the police, vehicles, training, and crime prevention programs, among others.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Port reopened
Reabren el puerto [+] Ver masFull article at this link
After several days of restrictions for navigation by small boats, the port reopened Friday, and the fishermen went out in about 150 small boats seeking fish to meet the high demand during Lent.
It was a normal day for recreation by tourists, sport fishing and diving tours went out, and about 200 tourists visited Isla Contoy National Park, to see thousands of migratory birds such as cormorants, pelicans, frigates, peregrine falcons, giant herons and 14 species of reptiles. There were no problems reported on this day when about 10,000 visitors arrived, most of whom were visiting for the day.
Insufficient seafood
Insuficientes productos del mar. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The fishermen have been unable to meet the increased demand for fish during this Lenten period, and their refrigerated rooms are empty, according to managers at the five cooperatives. Restaurants selling "Tikinxic" grilled fish are being supplied by fishermen from the Yucatan and other areas of Quintana Roo, because there is not enough available locally. If a cooperative catches 200 or 300 kilos a day, that is not enough for the local people to take home.
All species of fish have been in high demand, except for grouper, which is under a temporary ban from February 1 to March 31, according to the Official Federal Gazette (DOF) which establishes the conservation regulations about the resources of the peninsular coasts of the states of Campeche, Yucatan and Quintana Roo, from the mouth of the San Pedro River to the border with Belize.
Some large refrigerators of the cooperatives contain kilos of lobster tails to supply the restaurant industry until the ban is over in the summer (July 1). Housewives can be seen on the beaches waiting for the fishermen, in order to receive their portion of fish for consumption on Friday, because Catholics who observe Lent should not eat meat then.
They need to catch at least five tons of fish to meet the local demand, but their ability is diminished by the decrease in the population of seafood in the area where they fish, because of over exploitation and poaching. However, the maximum they are able to catch in a day, when the weather permits, is about 400 to 500 kilos per cooperative, according to the coop managers and members.
The City will operate urban transport
La comuna operaría el transporte urbano. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
As a result of persistent complaints by parents, teachers, students, workers, it appears that the municipal authorities will meet the demand for urban transport before the end of the current semester, according to the alderman for the MORENA party,Roberto Martínez Aragón.
He said a few days ago the Mayor announced the City would directly provide this service, independently of a public bidding for a private company. The official emphasized the need to bring vehicles to the island to meet the need to transport about 3000 students and workers in the schools and work centers, respectively. In upcoming days, the City will be working on introducing combis on the island and Continental Zone.
Day of the Sea
In honor of World Maritime Day on March 17, the environmental departments of the municipal government are asking the general public to cooperate, especially children and school children, in not throwing plastic litter in the streets and on the beaches, which usually is blown straight into the sea by the winds, since Isla Mujeres is surrounded by water. This natural resource has become a world dump, with adverse results for marine animals.
The Governing Council of the World Maritime Organization (IMO), at its thirty-eighth session, decreed the First World Maritime Day on 17 March 1978, during the organization's Convention when the Intergovernmental Maritime Consultations (IMCO) was inaugurated.
Mayor Juan Carrillo Soberanis, has been carrying out frequent urban cleaning campaigns to prevent this phenomenon of pollution. He said, "I am committed to continuing the cleaning work that has been carried out since the beginning of my administration, thanks to the work of the workers of the Public Services Department ".
This campaign is taking place in an continuing manner, for the image of this destination which received about 10,000 visitors daily. For the past two decades, the City has transported its garbage to the regional landfill on the mainland. However, the Transfer Facility was regularly the temporary station has been often littered trash, due to lack of adequate equipment. This is a pending issue the government says they are committed to solving by the end of the year, which would stop leakage of leachate to the sea which is 30 meters away.
Reservations flowing in for Easter holidays
Fluyen reservaciones para Semana Santa[+] Ver masFull article at this link
Hotels are expected to be full from April 10 to 21.The hotels Caracol, Marcianito, Kinich, and Xbulu-Ha have reservations for over 50 and 60 percent of their rooms. As the holiday period approaches, more will be occupied, and they are expected to be full. The large hotels such as Privilege Aluxes expect to be full to capacity, as are the large chains on the mainland near Punta Sam.
In the municipality of Isla Mujeres, there are about 5000 rooms, and an occupancy rate of 95% is expected during Easter vacation, which doesn't include the 'vacation homes' that represent about 300 apartments, who also expect good rates of occupancy.
The holiday period will begin Saturday April 8 and end on Sunday April 23, with more than 10,000 visitors expected daily. The festive calendar of the Catholic Church begins on the 9th with Palm Sunday, followed by the holy days of Monday thru Saturday, and Sunday for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, and then the days of Easter (Pascua) the following week. In Isla Mujeres, there will be a colorful reenactment of the Passion and death of Jesus.
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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 4-9, Art, Food, Craft Beer, Music, Fun
Saturday, March 11 International DJ Day with guest DJ's outside the Casa del la Cultura 1p-10p
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 World Maritime 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
Saturday, March 25 Yoga on beach in front of the Posada Hotel. 150 pesos Registration 4p
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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