A Journey Into Paradise

Sure, living near the clear blue waters and white sand beaches of the Caribbean Sea sounds amazing, but have you ever wondered what life is really like for the ever-growing Playa del Carmen expat community? Let us give you a look inside this magical part of Mexico’s Riviera Maya and show you why the high quality of life and cost of living in Playa del Carmen has caused a growing number of international travelers to buy Playa del Carmen real estate and set down roots, either permanently or for part of the year. 

A Soliman Bay snorkeling tour will bring you up close and personal with everything Mexico’s Riviera Maya is known for – clear turquoise waters, the best beaches in the world and delicious fresh food, served daily at Chamico’s restaurant. Situated just north of downtown Tulum (centro), Soliman Bay is also home to a variety of picturesque villas, cabanas and bungalows dotting the shoreline, but much of the real action is under water, where you can snorkel along the world’s second largest barrier reef just offshore.

Deciding where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Mexico’s Riviera Maya can feel a bit overwhelming, but thankfully that's only true because there are so many options to choose from when you visit the Riviera Maya! Whether you’re staying in Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Tulum, we found parties that are perfect for families, singles and couples of all ages.

Here’s our list of the best 2019 Riviera Maya New Year’s Eve parties to help you celebrate in style!

Whether you’ve been to Mexico’s Riviera Maya already or are planning your first visit, knowing how to find the best Tulum real estate rentals will help ensure an unforgettable vacation. Read on to explore two different types of rental property in Tulum, Mexico, and let us help you find the best vacation home for your needs!

As we celebrate the season here in the Riviera Maya, the entire team at Investment Properties Mexico would like to wish you Happy Holidays and give you an insider’s perspective on the best places to enjoy a fabulous Christmas dinner, from Playa del Carmen to Puerto Aventuras and Tulum.

We think the Riviera Maya is one of the best places to be for Christmas and hope you have a fabulous time celebrating the holidays in the warm, wonderful, sunny Mexican Caribbean! 

Here’s our 2018 list of where to eat Christmas dinner in the Riviera Maya: 

If you’re hanging out in Mexico’s Riviera Maya and find yourself wondering where to eat in Puerto Aventuras, we have you covered! This list of the top restaurants in Puerto Aventuras will help you find the best places to eat for any occasion in this exclusive beach, marina and golf community in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Read on to see more info and view our Puerto Aventuras Restaurant Guide below!

Major Mexican beer producer Grupo Modelo has announced a pilot program to switch out plastic rings on their six packs of Corona beer in favor of a fibrous, eco-friendly cardboard, starting in Tulum. The move is part of a bid to help eliminate the use of plastic in Mexico by gradually reducing the use of plastics in the manufacturing process.

Generally speaking, Mexico offers an excellent standard of living with a much lower price tag compared to the United States, Canada or Europe, and the cost of living in Playa del Carmen is no exception. Situated just one hour south of Cancun on the Mexican Caribbean Sea, Playa (as locals often call it) is a bustling, tropical seaside city with a cosmopolitan flair that simply can’t be found anywhere else in the world.

“Life in Playa del Carmen is affordable and provides excellent value for the money”, wrote International Living. 

Read on to see what kind of lifestyle you’ll get for your money in Playa del Carmen, Mexico! 

The small resort community of Puerto Aventuras is located about one hour south of the Cancun International Airport in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, about 35 minutes south of downtown Playa del Carmen and 35 minutes north of Tulum. Despite this fantastic location on the Mexican Caribbean Sea, not too many people have discovered Puerto Aventuras yet and it remains one of the Riviera Maya’s most beautiful hidden gems. 

Read on to learn more about this exclusive community and what it has to offer!

For many, Tulum is a food lover’s delight. From the annual food and wine festival, to delicious vegan restaurants and hundreds of excellent choices in the Hotel Zone overlooking some of the best beaches in the world, as well as in downtown (centro), where there are many other incredible places to eat. The allure of Tulum is healthy living; from spa treatments and yoga to simply being more physically active on a regular basis. So, you can probably imagine that there was a collective gasp of shock when people learned that multi-national fast food chain Burger King has opened for business in Tulum!

I will never profess to being a great golfer; many years ago I could break 80 on a good day, but now finishing the hole with the same ball I started with is considered a real accomplishment! Whether you live in the area or just want to challenge yourself against some of the best golf courses in Mexico and the world, the Riviera Maya is definitely a golfer’s paradise. 

Many people are concerned about healthcare and its costs as they approach retirement age, and that concern only grows when it involves living in a foreign country full or part time. Read on for a brief overview of what you can expect from Mexico’s universal healthcare system, but keep in mind the most important takeaway is that excellent private health insurance in Mexico is available for a fraction of the cost you pay for insurance in the US. For example, I have Metlife Mexico, and I only pay around $1,000 per year! I’m still in my early 40’s, so I’m sure it gets more expensive as you age, but you’re going to enjoy some major savings…. Just think about what you could do with all of that extra money! 

Spanning more than 80 miles south of Cancun along the Mexican Caribbean Coast, the Riviera Maya is a top tourist destination and one of the most romantic places in the world! In fact, this part of Mexico seems like it was specially made just for newlyweds looking for somewhere beautiful, safe, exotic and exciting to enjoy their first days as a married couple, and Vacation.com recently named the Riviera Maya one of the world’s top six honeymoon destinations! 

There is no doubt that downtown Playa del Carmen is a foodie’s delight. Many locals even joke that there are so many restaurants, you could dine at a different one twice a day for 18 months and never eat in the same place twice! Playa (as we locals call it) is home to restaurants of all tastes and influences. Along our world-famous Fifth Avenue, there are many great places to eat, but real gems that offer some unique dining choices are a bit removed from the main tourism zone.

Here are four of my favorite places to eat in Playa del Carmen – if you happen to visit any of these fabulous Riviera Maya restaurants, I hope you enjoy, or as we say here, Buen provecho! 

If you or someone you know is getting married, don’t let the conversation about where to hold the bachelorette party (and bachelor party, for that matter!) pass by without taking a serious look at Mexico’s Riviera Maya. In Playa del Carmen everyone can enjoy a perfect trip with friends, eating fabulous food, partying until the sun comes up and exploring some of the world’s most incredible wonders – all in the span of just a few days!

Read on to see five reasons downtown Playa del Carmen is one of the world’s best places to host a bachelorette party and forget about the usual suspects of Miami and Las Vegas!