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Exploring real estate in Selvamar, Riviera Maya

A beautiful gated community that is just 10 minutes from 5th Avenue, offering houses for sale in Playa del Carmen as well as condos in Playa del Carmen, Selvamar is an excellent location for those interested in investing in Playa del Carmen real estate. Aerial view of Selvamar community Amazing community common areas! Selvamar is one of the newest…

Exploring real estate in Loltún, Riviera Maya

Just north of Playa del Carmen, a less than 10 minute drive from downtown and 35 minutes from the Cancun International Airport, you’ll find 3 beautiful gated communities, offering incredibly priced real estate in Playa del Carmen. The first stop on our tour of these three gorgeous communities is Loltun, featuring a beautiful and inexpensive home for sale in Playa…

Real estate in the paradisiac beaches of Playacar Phase 1

Waves gently lapping on the white sandy beach, different shades of blue as far as you can see, as your feet sink into the soft, thin Caribbean sand. This is how most, if not all, beaches are in the Riviera Maya. Playa del Carmen has a wide array of beach clubs, however for those of you who are looking for…

How low is the cost of living in Mexico?

Crystal clear waters, miles of white thin sand, and year round warm temperatures, it’s hard to believe that the cost of living in the Riviera Maya is so affordable. It is said that living in the Riviera Maya, Mexico is around 40% less than in the U.S, Canada and Europe. The sand of Riviera Maya The Riviera Maya is a…

Is Real Estate in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico safe?

“Why do you live in Mexico?” this is usually the first question I get from U.S. immigration officers upon entering the United States. Being a dual citizen, Mexican and American, I have the luxury of living in either country, and as many expats that bought Mayan Riviera real estate,  I am proud to call Mexico my home. “Sir, I live…

Paradisiac beaches for real estate in Puerto Morelos

Ever wonder what a small fisherman town in Mexico looks like? Then Puerto Morelos is the place to go. Puerto Morelos is basically composed of a small, charming, central square surrounded by restaurants, as well as a small English library/book exchange place and with beautiful options of real estate in Puerto Morelos Mexico. The original small light-house still stands, tilted…

Head south and explore Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, and Tulum!!

So you’ve mastered the collectivo system and you’re ready to explore, where do you go? The areas south of Playa del Carmen are exploding with opportunities for real estate investments and vacation rentals. Little towns that were unknown before are becoming more and more popular and attractive to those looking to purchase property in Mexico but wanting something off the…

Cenotes

Cenote Azul – Riviera Maya Looking for something new to do, something affordable, kid-friendly and different than the beach? Just a short 15 minute drive from Playa del Carmen you can discover many beautiful cenotes (pronounced seh-no-tehs) in the area. Cenotes are freshwater sinkholes, some have amazing cave systems that divers can explore, others feature cliffs perfect for jumping from,…

Playa Paraiso, Mayan Riviera

When looking for vacation rentals or to buy property here in the Riviera Maya, we all have certain criteria we use to determine the best location for our vacation or second home. People have different likes; some are looking for the exciting nightlife of Playa del Carmen; maybe a more natural setting like Tulum, while others are looking for some…