Isla Mujeres wants to attract more tourists

The municipality of Isla Mujeres is continuing its efforts to diversify the arrival of tourism to the insula.

In addition to seeking to expand the operating capacity at the airstrip as part of updates to the urban development plan of the North Caribbean, is to build a pier to attract international cruise ships.

Also, the district proposes to install an industrial area of solid waste on the mainland, to remove the landfill, which is currently part of the municipality in this island, and prevent pollution of groundwater, among other negative effects to environment.

via yucatan.com.mx

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

Basketball team to play in Cancun Governor's Cup December 2010

via thedmonline.com

Ole Miss is one of eight teams in the field for the inaugural Cancun Governor’s Cup men’s college basketball tournament set to be played this Dec. 22-24 at the Poliforum Benito Juarez in Cancun, Mexico

The three-day tournament, sponsored by ESPN Regional Television, also includes Appalachian State, Colorado State, East Tennessee State, Northeastern, St. Louis, Southern Miss and Texas State.

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

New round of climate negotiation begins

A FRESH round of negotiations kicked off Monday in another attempt to get global agreement on a treaty to meet climate change with representatives of 182 United Nations member-states in attendance at the meeting in Bonn, Germany.

The talks are designed to pick up on issues that were not resolved in December in Copenhagen, and to pave the way for signature of a final draft this December in Cancun, Mexico.

“Climate negotiations over the next two weeks will be on track if they keep focused on a common way forward toward a concrete and realistic goal in Cancun. There is a growing consensus on what the goal for Cancun can be—namely, a full, operational architecture to implement effective, collective climate action,” said Yvo de Boer, the resigned executive secretary of the UN Climate Change Secretariat.

Among the key issues that remain are the emission-reduction target; rules to protect forests and endangered species; financing to help poor countries adapt to the changing climate; a global carbon-trading system; and the establishment of institutions to govern finances and enforce treaty obligations.

via businessmirror.com.ph

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

Tours - Craziest animal encounters

via travel.msn.co.nz

1. "Whole" sharks
There's a tour office in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, which advertises, "swim with a whole shark!" If you take them up on the offer you'll find that the whale sharks are indeed whole, with two big eyes and huge dorsal fins, and average about 8m in length.

There's nothing like swimming eye to eye with one of these giant beasts, as long as you can swim fast enough. One of the best places to see them is off Isla Mujeres and Isla Holbox in Mexico. Or, for something closer to home, try the Ningaloo reef in Western Australia, Donsol in the Philippines, or visit Whale Shark Project for other suggestions. Remember, they can only be seen in certain seasons so check this out before heading to your chosen destination. A word of warning — don't get in their way!
....

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

Tryst to re-open in Playa del Carmen

via blogs.westword.com

Last week, when Paul Piciocchi announced that he was closing Tryst and moving the club concept down to Playa Del Carmen, he said that its former home at 1512 Larimer Street would soon become a new watering hole. Ana after less than a week of remodeling, Dive on 15th is slated to open this weekend in that space.

"It's basically a LoDo version of a dive bar," Piciocchi says. "We're keeping the stuff we like about Tryst -- the things we've loved over the years -- like the strawberry-infused vodka and the staff and the music. We're adding a couple of things just to make it more fun, like new lighting, foosball and a shot wheel to make it little more casual and more fun."

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

Make mom feel special with these Mother's Day specials

Want to do something special for Mom this Mother's Day? A getaway might just be the ticket. Here are some special packages and events for May 9 in Florida and the Caribbean so you can treat your mother to a fun getaway or brunch (that way Mom can hang up her apron for a while, relax and enjoy).

Riviera Maya, Mexico -- The Grand Velas Riviera Maya Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, features a Mother's Day Package that includes airport/hotel private transportation; a free hotel night for mothers; a free 90 min. massage for Mom (and Fathers, by the way, get free training to learn to give Mom a massage). Two children 16 and younger are free when sharing the suite with parents. The package, valid May 7-11, has a three-minimum stay requirement and is subject to availability Cost of the package is $418 per person.

The Grand Velas Riviera Maya Resort is a luxury all-inclusive (meals, beverages and snacks are included), and it has a 500-meter-long beach. It is near Mayan ruins and other attractions so Mom can go exploring. Visit www.grandvelas.com

more at orlandosentinel.com

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News

Cancun's Underwater Museum blooms in time for spring!

Cancun's Underwater Museum, a project that was put into place to help conserve natural reefs, is experiencing beautiful, rapid coral growth, just in time for spring. 

The first 100 sculptures of the "Silent Evolution" are nearing completion and the museum's underwater garden is quickly blooming with colorful corals. .

These life-size figures, which were molded from various members of the local community, will form a large artificial reef aiming to draw visitors and sea life to this uninhabited area of the park.  The first set of 200 sculptures is scheduled to go underwater in June 2010; the museum will have 400 sculptures by the end of the year.

The first three sculptures have already been a big draw, showing the growth of corals in only three months and grabbing the interest of tourists. This clearly shows the great success that the museum will have as more figures are dropped in the water to become the home of an abundant marine life and a wonderful exhibit for visitors.

via ftnnews.com

Posted via web from Cancun Mexico News