Updates to Rules for Foreign Plated Cars

Yucalandia recently posted this article, which gives an excellent summary of how the new immigration rules apply to those of you that have Foreign Plated Vehicles in Mexico.

Long story short: If you have Permanent Residency, your vehicle needs to leave. If you have have Temporary Residency, your vehicle can stay.

If your vehicle needs to go, be sure to click the link as they give an exhaustive list of how to get your vehicle out legally if it needs to go.

If you decide to buy a foreign plated vehicle, remember: THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE SOLD TO YOU IN MEXICO. IT WILL NOT BE LEGAL. PERIOD. The vehicle must be taken outside of the country of Mexico (Belize is the closest border for us), sold, and re-imported by the new owner.

As an aside, have I talked you out of bringing your car here yet? Save yourself the headache; just buy one here. (...says the Gringa with 2 foreign plated vehicles scheduled for export in May.)




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Cancun's New Mayan Museum

On Sunday, we headed out to the Cancun Hotel Zone for brunch.

After eating, we stopped by the new Museo Maya de Cancun (Cancun Mayan Museum). It has been open for several months, but it was the first opportunity I have had to visit.

What a great place! Beautiful architecture, interesting Mayan artifacts on exhibit, and a lovely nature trail leading to some Mayan structures that are located in the Hotel Zone, hiding in plain view.

As an added perk, the views of the hotel zone from its second floor and the observation decks are gorgeous!

The Museo Maya de Cancun is open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-7pm. The archeological site closes at 4:30 pm. Entrance was just 57 pesos or FREE with your visa.

Km 16.5 in Cancun´s Hotel Zone

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Big Shake Up in the Works Mexican for Telcom, Radio, & TV

New Reforms could mean less $$ for this guy, Carlos Slim

Interesting article on Slate this week about a possible reforms coming to the Cellular Phone, Radio, and TV sectors in Mexico. Not only would the allowable percentages of foreign investment increase in these sectors, it would could more competitive rates/service in cellular phone and internet service.



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Beware of Crocodiles!

So, rather mysteriously some time ago, these adorable signs appeared along the entrance road into Puerto Morelos.

While we haven't had any incidents with crocs (that I am aware of) which made the sudden warning of their presence warranted, they are super cute! (And ought to be sold as souvenirs by whomever made them.)

If you know the story behind the signs, feel free to share in the comments!

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Tigres Baseball is Back!

The Cancun Tigres are back! 

Season opener is Saturday, March 23rd at 7pm.

Who's going to be at the Season Opener?!?

Click Here to View the Tigres Website. Tigres Game Calendar can be viewed by clicking on the calendar icon at the top of the website. Home Games have the orange stripe; Away Games have the blue.

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Weekend Rundown!

Lots of things happening this weekend!

Friday: 

• Pangea Restaurant, located behind the Mayan Riviera Properties Office Building has live music from Randall Webb and The Liquor Pigs. Starts at 7:30pm.

Saturday:

• Annual Charity Bazaar kicks off in the Town Square at 9am and runs until 1pm. In addition to the sale of donated items, there is also a silent auction. Lots of great items up for bid!

Silent Auction Items: 

Cantina Habanero ~ Gift Certificate
Designer Yoga Bag by Susan
Panaderia Estilo Europeo ~ Gift Certificate
Necklace ~ Wooden
Little Mexican Cooking School Class for 2
Puerto Morelos Calendar -2013
Batik Shirt by Mago
Stain Glass Art Piece ~ butterfly
Cantina Habanero ~ Gift Certificate
Scooter ~ Electric
Sophia's Boutique ~ Dress & Shawl
Women's Hair Cut by Steve ~ Gift Certificate
Mexican Tile Art by Abraham
John Gray's Kitchen ~ Gift Certificate
Batik Shirt by Mago ~ Angel on Shoulder
Little Italy Resturant ~ Gift Certificate
Puerto Morelos Calendar ~2013
Men's Hair Cut by Steve ~ Gift Certificate
Mexican Blanket
Massage by Martina (1 hour) ~ Gift Certificate
Necklace ~ glass & stone
Batik Shirt by Mago
Wet Set Snorkling trip for 2 ~ Gift Certificate

• Kermes! Starting at 4:30pm in the Malecon, in front of the town square. Bring the kiddos to play! Circus and Percussion workshops, Artisans, and Food.
• More live music at Pangea! Flamenco Show is at 7:30pm. It's great, if you haven't seen it!

Monday: 

• An introduction to Buddhist Meditation at 7pm. It will be in English and Spanish. It's being held at the odd-looking place with all of the Indonesian doorways across the street from the Casa de la Cultura. 

Breakfast or Brunch:

New Breakfast in town! John Gray's Restaurant has started serving breakfast and lunch with beloved Puerto Morelos Waitress, Valerie Gallagher, at the helm.


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Kermes Carnival Next Saturday!

SATURDAY, MARCH 16th
Starts at 4:30 PM

Kermes!
An Old Fashioned Carnival!!
Bring the kiddos.
Food, Folk Art & Vendors, and Classes in Circus and Percussion for the kids.

All proceeds from games, and food sales go to the Baaxal Waldorf School in Puerto Morelos.

If you are interested in a space to sell your wares at the Kermes, please contact me. Only 50 pesos! Amber@MayanRivieraProperties.com


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Top Posts from Puerto Morelos Blog

Reaching back into the archives, I pulled out these oldie (some more recent), but goodies that continue to be some of the all-time top posts for Puerto Morelos Blog:

1. All-Time Most Viewed Post: Day of the Dead...What's it all about, anyway?
2. Understanding Your Electric Bill from CFE
3. Figuring Out How to Use the Dang Phone Around Here
4. Tax Obligations for U.S. Citizens Who Own, Live, and/or Work in Mexico
5. Investing, Working, & Retiring in Mexico

What is your favorite post? Did it make the list?

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Charity Bazaar Date HAS MOVED!

The Charity Bazaar that is to be held in the Puerto Morelos Town Square has been moved!

Will now be held on Saturday, March 16th.
9am - 1pm


Which means there is extra time to drop off unwanted items! Call Patti/Emily for pick up or drop off: 998.205.7550

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Spay/Neuter Clinic this Sunday!

Upcoming Spay/Neuter Clinic in Puerto Morelos!!

Sunday, March 10

$200 pesos per Dog or Cat

Appointment is required. Please call the numbers listed to schedule.

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Charity Bazar in the Town Square on Saturday!

Annual Charity Bazar

IMPORTANT UPDATE: DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO SATURDAY, MARCH 16TH.
SAME TIME/PLACE

If you haven't already, be sure to drop off your unwanted items for the upcoming Charity Bazar.

If you are in town this weekend, the local charity, El Mundo Para Puerto Morelos, will be holding their annual bazar in the town square. 

March 9th, 2013

9am - 1pm

Puerto Morelos Town Square

All proceeds benefit the local DIF. 

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