Warmest Wishes from Puerto Morelos

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The Dawn of a New Era in Puerto Morelos

The Dawn of a New Era

Puerto Morelos, Mexico 

December 22, 2012

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Christmas Caroling in Puerto Morelos

Christmas Caroling in Puerto Morelos!!

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Portraits in Puerto Morelos!

Have you thought about having a portrait taken while you are on vacation? It's an awesome opportunity while everyone is gathered, without a busy schedule, and a gorgeous backdrop to have some fun pics taken!!

Michael Maurus, a very talented local photographer is offering portrait sessions!

Starting in January, I will offer portrait sessions again for the general public. If you want great shots of yourself, a loved one or your family, please contact me. I will only take one session per week. Sessions will be 2 to 3 hours with a cost of US $ 280.00. This will get you 20 copyright free images fully edited and in high resolution.

Have a look at the "No Cheese" style photos.

Contact Michael: macmaurus@mac.com

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Get Out of the Snow! 20% off Vacation Rentals

Get out of the snow!!  20% off Vacation Rentals between January 7th-27th!!

Email us at Rentals@MayanRivieraProperties.com

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Celebrate the New Mayan Era by Camping Under the Stars

Celebrate the beginning of a new era by camping on the giant field of the El Rey Polo Club under the stars. Starts at 1pm.

For those of you not fortunate enough to have been at the Polo Club at night, it is truly spectacular!

Meditation, Dances, & Ceremonies

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Whip Scorpions: New Update on an Older Post

Some time ago, I wrote a post about finding Whip Scorpions and how they really freak me out. After all this time, they still do. I am not sure I'll ever find them "not creepy".

If you haven't seen that post - it's one worth seeing!

Puerto Morelian Biologist and PuertoMorelosBlog Reader, Jill, came across the post to share some new info with us:  They really are spiders, not insects! Info that only serves to up the creep-factor in my mind! (I have added her update to the original post for anyone else that happens to be cruising through the archives.)

Thanks, Jill!


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NEW!! Puerto Morelos Catering - John Gray's At Home

NEW!! John Gray is expanding his culinary profile here in Puerto Morelos to include catering!

If you are a homeowner or enjoying a vacation rental, a catered dinner is an awesome (and delicious) treat!

Options range from Brunch to Barbecues! The Taste of Mexico gets my vote!! Dinners can be fully catered or dropped off for you to enjoy.

HINT: Just in time for a Christmas feast!!

Download the full John Gray In the House Catering Packet here.


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Music on the Beach To Celebrate the New Era!

GALA MEXICANA! Celebrate the New Mayan Era!

Opera & Orchestra, Mariachi, Folkloric Ballet, and Children's Music 

On Beach in front of Hotel Ojo de Agua.

Saturday, December 22, 2012

6:30pm

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List Property Purchase at Full Value in Your Deed

Tonight is the first session of our weekly workshops for this high season. In our free workshops about buying, living, and working in Mexico we discuss all sorts of topics --- and they vary each week depending on the interest of the group that has gathered for the session.

Whenever we get to the topic of buying, I always provide tips for perspective buyers. At the top of that list is listing the property that you will be purchasing at the full value in the deed.

For many, this sounds obvious. However, for those that have been dealing in Mexican Real Estate for some time know that it used to be a common practice to list the property's sale for far lower than what you are actually paying for the property.

It was tax fraud then; it is tax fraud now. Mexico has definitely caught on to this practice and changed the laws so that the onus is on the buyer to report the correct amount or be subject to possible penalty.

Furthermore, when you eventually sell your property, it is unlikely that you will find a buyer that is foolish enough to do the same and you will be stuck with a capital gains tax on a false gain that was not actually realized.

The exception to this rule is when you are buying a property that is furnished, because the value of furnishings is not required to be listed in the recorded purchase price.

For example, I am buying a house that is listed, fully furnished, for $400,000.00 USD. The value of those furnishings is established at $30,000.00 USD. So, the recorded value of the property would be $370,000.00 USD. The $30,000.00 USD would be treated as a separate transaction for the used contents that are onsite.

 So, the moral of this lesson is: List at full value when you purchase!



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Notes from last Wednesday's Town Meeting

OK -- It has taken me over a week to get to this blog post. So, please file under "Better Late Than Never"...


I attended a town meeting last Wednesday, November 28th. Several helpful officials were in attendance, including the heads of police, transit police, sewer project, and the Alcalde and his staff members.

City Officials at Meeting

Here are the highlight points from the meeting:

STATUS OF ALCALDIA:

• The Alcaldia status of Puerto Morelos has been finally realized within the last few weeks, although the change has been made (in name only) for over 1 year.

Interested Puerto Morelians

SEWER PROJECT:

• The repair of the roads from laying the sewer pipeline will be completed by the 2nd week of December. At this point, there are no plans to completely repave -- only patch as what is currently being done.
  
• Construction of the treatment plant will soon be underway. The installation will be located behind the Mayan Handicraft Market. The treated water (cleaned to under 30 ppm) will be injected into a subterranean aquifer. This treatment plant has the capacity to serve the area that has currently been prepared, plus a bit more. Construction of additional treatment plants will be required to service the parts of town that are outside of the range of its capacity. More details to follow in a subsequent meeting after the first of the year.
  
• Once the system is ready, connection to the system will be obligatory for property owners.
  
• A concern was raised regarding what about property owners whose septic tanks are located in their backyard. They explained that there are some pumps available, which would be an option for some properties. Another alternative was to cancel the septic and build a new, modern septic in the front of the property.
  

DOGS:

• City officials acknowledged that loose dogs on street and beach are problematic: some are aggressive, plus the poo on streets and beach.
  
• Alcade has said that they will start enforcing the rule that dogs will need to be on a leash. Owners must pick up after their dogs. Those that do not leash or pick up will be fined and undisclosed sum.

ONGOING ISSUES -- During an open question/answer session, several topics were brought up and discussed: 

• City will begin inspections of businesses to ensure that they have proper licensing. Also checking that residential places are indeed residential.
  
• Citizens complained about nudity at Desire Resort. Alcalde seemed sympathetic to the idea of enforcing no public nudity.
  

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KERMES! Carnival in Park on Saturday

KERMES!! KERMES!! KERMES!!

For those of you who aren't familiar with the term, a "Kermes" is a children's carnival. There will be a Kermes this Saturday, December 8th in the Town Square, starting at 4 pm.

Circus Classes, Games, Face Painting, and more! PLUS -- Artisans will be selling their wares! A great time to pick up Holiday Gifts!!

This is a fundraiser for my youngest son's (Easton's) school. I will have a table with some fun Mexican folkart for sale. All profits will go directly to the school, Baxaal.

Stop by and check it out!



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Rentals Available for Christmas / New Year's!!

We still have several great places available for the Holidays! 

Contact Us: Rentals@MayanRivieraProperties.com

Several 1 Bedroom Condos at the Wonderful Caribbean Reef Villas

Condo Dulce: Lovely Ocean View 2 Bedroom Condo

Condo Dickens: 2 Bedroom Oceanfront Condo!

Condo Ibis: Beachside, New 2 Bedrm Condo!

Awesome Views from Condo Ka'an! 2 Bedrooms/Sleeps 6

Condo Devaux: Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Condo!

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Open House Tomorrow from 4-6pm.

Tomorrow from 4-6pm. See you there!!

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Dragon Mart Update

I receive lots of emails in regard to the Dragon Mart Project. So, I'll keep posting info that I find regarding the project to help keep folks in the loop...

On Friday, there was a large forum in Cancun to discuss the points in opposition to the Dragon Mart Project. The forum was organized by the local group, Voces Unidas de Puerto Morelos (United Voices of Puerto Morelos).

The forum was very well attended by those who oppose, as well as city officials. Voces Unidas has a Facebook page where the live-blogged the entire event. So, if you weren't able to attend, check out their posts from Friday for a synopsis.

Additionally, Julian Ricalde, Municipality President made this statement about Dragon Mart over the weekend. [In the video he states that those who want to construct this project, must apply for permits. If the permits do not meet legal requirements, they will not be approved.]

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Breaking News: Tubosina Project REJECTED

Great News!! SEMARNAT has rejected the 3rd proposal for a fueling station in Puerto Morelos!!

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Weekly Workshop Series is Back!

Our Annual "Ask a Realtor Workshop" is underway!

Next week, on Tuesday, December 4th, please meet us at Las Casitas for our open house event from 4-6pm. Contact us for more details!

First Official Workshop is Tuesday, December 12th at 5 p.m.

The workshop series begins Tuesday, December 12th and will continue weekly through April.  This is an Open Invitation to stop by!!

I'll be hosting an "Ask a Realtor Workshop" Each Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. in the Mayan Riviera Properties Office!  The first workshop is scheduled for  December 13th!

Interested in Real Estate?  Want to know more about owning/living in Mexico?  Have general questions about visiting, living, working, or retiring here?

This is an open invitation to my 'Ask a Realtor" workshop!  I'll have a short, informal presentation and then be open to answering the questions that you may have!

We'll be answering questions about:

• Living, Working, & Retiring in Mexico
• Foreign Ownership in Mexico & the Security of Your Investment
• What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent in Mexico
• Info about Puerto Morelos
• And I'll do my best to answer any questions that you bring along!

I am a Federally Certified AMPI Realtor in Mexico and have been living in Puerto Morelos full time since 2004.  We've lived, traveled, worked, schooled our kids, opened business, constructed/remodeled both commercial and residential buildings, been hospitalized -- you name it!  I am happy to share my experiences and insights with any that are interested or generally curious!

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Monthly Rental in Puerto Morelos

We have lots of snowbirds contacting us about properties that they can rent for a month or longer. Here is a great option! 3 Bedrooms, Central location in the Village, 2 Blocks to the Beach.

Only $1500 USD / Month!

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Remembering Ron Martin, Puerto Morelian Extraordinaire

It's with a sad heart that I share the passing of Puerto Morelian Extraordinaire, Ron Martin. Many who live in Puerto Morelos know Ron and his wife Susan. They are great friends and neighbors. Those of you who were fortunate to know Ron understand what a great loss his passing brings.

The Martin's are good friends of Josh's and mine, and we have shared some spectacular trips to some great places in Mexico. Ron shared my love of all things folkart and finding the gems amongst the markets.

Ron's humor, insight, and thoughtfulness always made for great conversations, good reflection, and a great guy.  "Good People", as they say.

We have certainly had Ron's family: his wife, Susan; his daughter, Alina; and his son, Elliot in our thoughts over the last few months. Our thoughts and love continue with them as they find their new normal, as his absence undoubtedly leaves an empty place.

Link to Ron's Obituary, online condolences, along with details regarding the celebration of his life that will be held on December 5th.

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Community Meeting on Wednesday

Spreading The Word ---

Community alert for Puerto Morelos - spread the word!

Mayor, C.P. Salas Jose Manuel Garcia confirmed a public hearing with the councillors, Comandante de Transito and the people of CAPA (responsible for the installation of sewerage drainage) . So we are invited to this important meeting about:
* DRAINAGE
* PAVING
* SECURITY, ETC, ETC ETC.

At the Ejido hall opposite Casa de Cultura, 
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 AT 11:00 A.M.


Please arrive early.



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Las Casitas Open House, December 4th

We welcome you to stop by and check out Las Casitas on December 4th!!

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Puerto Morelians request that Calderone revoke the Dragon Mart Licenses

Photo Credit: Milienio

A large group of Puerto Morelians, together with 5 environmental groups, sent a letter to President Calderone requesting the revocation of licenses for the Dragon Mart Project.

Read the full article here.

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3 Kittens need home

Fellow Puerto Morelian, Ann Rector, found 3 kitties dropped off on her doorstep.

If you would like a cute kitty, please contact her via email: daisyboomer [at] wildblue.net 

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Buen Fin Sales: November 16-19

November 16-19th is Buen Fin Sale Weekend!

This is Mexico's equivalent to the U.S.'s Black Friday holiday shopping event. Many retailers, doctors, and even insurance companies are offering discounts.

Check out the Buen Fin website for participating retailers.

Ladies, you'll find me in the Nine West Shoe Store!!

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Price Reduced! Oceanfront 2 Bdrm Condo!

The price has been reduced on this awesome oceanfront vacation condo!

2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths

Ocean View 

Nicest Beach in Puerto Morelos & in the Heart of Downtown!

Affordable HOA

$279,000 USD - Fully Furnished!!

Click Here to See Info for Listing #211025

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Christmas in Paradise

You won't believe what is going up in the Town Square right now...

What do you think Puerto Morelians: Too Early or Just Right??

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PuertoMorelosBlog.com Nominated for Expat Blog Awards 2012

Wow! Great News!

We have been nominated for the Top Blog in the Expat Blog Awards 2012! Isn't that exciting?!?

Right now, they are in the selection phase. Part of the selection process is based on the reviews that our listing receives on the Expat Blogs website. So, if you enjoy the PuertoMorelosBlog and you happen to have an extra few minutes -- would you mind jumping onto this page and leaving us a fun review?

In order to be a part of this contest, we had to have been nominated. So -- whoever passed along PuertoMorelosBlog for nomination -- a BIG thanks goes out to you!

While you are on the Expat Blogs website, be sure to check out the bloggers that they are featuring from all corners of the earth. There are lots of adventurous people out there!!

Winners will be announced mid-December!

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Immigration Updates

Big News! The Secretaría de Gobernación released the guidelines for the immigration process today, a mere 4 days before the changes take place on November 12...!

Here are some helpful links:  From the "Surviving Yucatan" blog - http://yucalandia.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/updated-mexican-immigration-rules/
 and from "My Mexican Lawyer" http://www.mymexicanlawyer.com/

Enjoy!


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Polo Tournament in Puerto Morelos, Nov 8-12. 2012

The Rogers Cup is back at Puerto Morelos' El Rey Polo Club!

Here is the line-up of events:

Excitement, elegance and glamour come to the Mexican Caribbean as the El Rey Polo Club hosts the Roger’s Cup International Polo Tournament in exotic Puerto Morelos, Riviera Maya, Mexico on November 8 to 12, 2012.

Puerto Morelos is a tropical paradise set in the lush Mayan jungle, less than 20 minutes from the Cancun International Airport. Players from Canada, the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Argentina and Mexico will compete on the regulation polo field over a multi-day tournament, bring

ing the jungle alive with adrenaline-charged action.

The ROGER’S Cup, sponsored by BDW International Drilling Inc. and ACE Drilling, Supply and Transport, is one of the most anticipated annual sporting and social events in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Fabulous parties, sophistication and the excitement of world-class polo come together for this year´s most exciting sporting event.

Schedule Of Events

Thursday nov 8
- Hotel Casa Magna Marriott Cancun, Welcome cocktail reception and team presentation

Friday nov 9
- El Rey Polo Club, opening ceremony with Mayan “Blessing”, polo matches, interactive game, polo party at El Rey Club House

Saturday nov 10
- Polo matches, guest activities, free night

Sunday nov 11
Ladies Day
- Match for 3rd and 4th place
- Divot Stomp
- Ladies Day hat contest
- Match for 1st and 2nd place.
- Trophy ceremony to be followed by final dinner party at Club House.

Monday nov 12
Farewell brunch
- Hotel Magna Marriott Casa Cancun, Time and schedule TBD

More info in http://www.poloincancun.com/rogerscup/

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Puerto Morelos Molecular Chef in the Spotlight

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch ran this recent article about Jonatan Gomez Luna, Molecular Chef at Puerto Morelos' Azul Sensatori Hotel.

Have you tried his molecular sampler? It's a 14 course sampler!

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Blowback on Dragon Mart Project

There are certainly lots of people up in arms about the potential Dragon Mart project.

Here are some of the latest posts that I have come across to keep you in the loop (You will have to enlist Google Translate if you don't read in Spanish for most of the links.) :

• Economic Impact Study to be undertaken: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpiAImPYR6A
• CANACINTRA opposes the Dragon Mart Project: http://www.theyucatantimes.com/2012/10/canacintra-to-go-against-dragonmart-cancun/
• Another article outlining the industries that are against the project: http://www.oem.com.mx/elsoldeleon/notas/n2742927.htm
• Irregularities in the Permit Process: http://sipse.com/noticias/181154-preparan-impugnacion-legal-dragon-mart-irregularidades.html
• Environmental Impact Study Approved: http://sipse.com/noticias/176980-aprueban-manifestacion-impacto-ambiental-dragon-mart-cancun.html

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Info Meeting about Proposed Petroleum Refill Station on Tuesday, 6pm

There is a meeting on Tuesday, October 30, at 6pm. It will be an informational meeting with a panel of experts regarding the proposed Marine Petroleum Refill Station.

It will be held in the Auditorium, located behind the OXXO in the town square.

The meeting will be in Spanish, so English speakers need to bring along a Spanish speaking friend!



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Immigration Update

I recently posted an article by Solomon Freimuth regarding upcoming changes in immigration.

Solomon recently gave a speech about these changes to the Playa del Carmen Rotary Club. His blog post can be seen here with the video of that talk.





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Time Change Tonight!

Daylight Savings Time Ends! Time to change our clocks!


If you want to be really exact & nerdy:
On Sunday, October 28, 2012 at 2:00:00 AM clocks turn backward 1 hour to Sunday, October 28, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM local standard time.

If you want to be like the rest of us, set your clocks back 1 hour before going to bed tonight ;)



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Halloween 2012 - Trick-or-Treat in Puerto Morelos

The Little English Schoolhouse is organizing a Trick-or-Treat for the kids on Halloween.

Since Halloween isn't a traditional holiday -- but one that is gaining in popularity -- they are going to be taking the children on a walk through downtown to businesses and homes that have agreed to participate.

If you have kiddos interested in Trick-or-Treating, please have them in the park at 5.

If you are interested in passing out candy on the route, please contact Ana. Email: teacher@thelittleenglishschoolhouse.com

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Community Activism Efforts Ongoing: Dolphinarium, Dragon Mart, & Port Expansion

There are several ongoing community activism projects that are ongoing. I wanted to share them with you, in case you want to be involved.

Dragon Mart:

Readers know that I have written several updates on the pending Dragon Mart construction project. Here on this blog, I have been skeptical about how it benefits Mexico's economy in the long term. In addition, there others echoing the economic impact on Mexican manufacturing and environmental impact issues related to the construction of the project.

There are 2 petitions.

• One will be presented to Julian Ricalde, President of our Municipality. Click Here to View & Sign the Petition.
• The other will be presented to the President Calderon of Mexico: Click Here to View & Sign the Online Petition.

Dolphinarium at Moon Palace:

The Moon Palace is expanding their dock to accommodate a dolphinarium for "Swim with Dolphin" type of activities. Activists are protesting this activity -- which is within our National Park. Here is the article with photos of the signs that citizens have hung on the dock posts which have been installed.

Expansion of the Commercial Pier in Puerto Morelos to include Fuel Refill Capabilities:

This opportunity is for those Puerto Morelians with their IFE or FM2/3. 

To complete this petition:

1. Download this letter
2. Change the 2 XXXXXXX places to your full name
3. Print Letter
4. Sign your signature at the bottom
5. Make a copy of your ID: FM2/3 or IFE
6. Submit the completed letter and copy of your ID to the National Park Office

According to the info that I received, this needs to be submitted to the National Park Office, located within the UNAM laboratory property, by the end of the day on MONDAY, OCTOBER 15. Not much time for this one...

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Upcoming Events!

Get out your social calendars! There are lots of upcoming events!!

Oct 27 - Recycling Day: Recyclables are accepted in the Town Square the last Saturday morning each month


Oct 30 to Nov 4 - Festival of Life and Death: An awesome annual event that is put on by Xcaret each year.


Oct 31st - Halloween: There will be kiddos Trick-or-Treating in and around the Town Square.


The city office of Puerto Morelos hasn't announced any formal activities for Halloween or Day of the Dead. If anything is announced, I'll post it here.


Nov 18 - Taste of Playa: An awesome food fair featuring signature tastes and drinks from hundreds of Playa del Caremen's restaurants.


Nov 22 to 24 - Riviera Maya Jazz Festival: Three days of oceanside jazz in Playa del Carmen.











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The end of the world! ...Or not? What are your plans??

The end of the world, the end of an era, or just any other ordinary day is coming on December 21st!

According to my trusty, ticking "Countdown the the End of the World" (which can be found in the right column of this blog), we have just 70 days left to live it up!

Of course, you may just want ensure you have enough ice and margarita salt on-hand. Regardless of your plans are for the big day -- be sure you are making them!

What plans you are making for the big day? Would love to hear what you've got planned!

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