Le Cinq: My new favorite restaurant!
Le Cinq is my new favorite restaurant!! It’s located on 10th Ave. between Calle 12 and 14. We went early last night because we’d been cooped up with an all-day rain. I love French food and this place is incredibly good. We were the first to arrive and in addition to the menu, they showed us pictures on an iPad of all the dishes and wines. They have an extensive wine list with descriptions of each wine. You’ll see numerous French wines in addition to other wines. We started with escargot surrounded by thin slices of tomatoes and potatoes that was one of the best I’ve ever had. My husband had the best french onion soup he’s ever had. He followed that with lobster risotto and I had shrimp on a skewer with pineapple and other vegetables. Of course the sauce was out of this world. We finished with a warm chocolate dessert. Our waiter, Selomit, spoke French, English and Spanish and was attentive, very informative, and friendly. This is one of the best French restaurants I’ve been to including ones in France. Love it. Not the most expensive restaurant in Playa, but a little above average in price. Beautiful interior with outside seating as well.
BPM 2014 dates
The BPM Festival is an annual ten day and night electronic music festival, founded by Craig Pettigrew and Philip Pulitano, held in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. This global gathering of DJs, producers, revelers and industry professionals has become a must for any music lover with a discerning taste for quality electronic dance music.
Playa del Carmen I love you!
Terry Carmine, a die-hard Packers fan, loves the beach in Playa del Carmen. For those as old as I am, you might remember the words to a song, I Love Paris. For those younger or for those who don’t remember, it’s a song about loving Paris every season of the year, every moment. That’s how I feel about Playa.
Playa del Carmen, Wish I was there!
I’m currently in Chicago where it is chilly and damp, and we’re watching the Packers vs Giants. There’s not much else to do on a day like today in Chicago, and Terry, my husband, is a die-hard Packers fan. Fortunately the Packers are ahead and we’ll hope they continue their winning streak. Although Terry’s happy, I’d rather be watching the game on 5th ave in Playa! Actually, I’m only here in Chicago physically; my mind and my heart are in Playa right now. I’m already thinking about the beach, the sun, the water, the food, our friends and being back in Paradise.
Top Vacation Rentals in Playa del Carmen according to Trip Advisor
We are proud to have condo 216 in Porto Playa Condo Hotel, named #6 on Trip Advisor’s Top Vacation Rentals in Playa del Carmen list for 2011 and Best of Property!
Win a Chance to Play in the Pro-Am Golf Classic in Mexico, Feb 2012!
To Enter: It’s easy! Just submit your best golf photo by January 16 – action, scenery or funny photos are the 3 categories. Your entry will be posted and the grand prize winner will be determined by public vote, so have your friends vote early and often. The winner will be announced on February 1, 2012. All finalists will receive VIP passes to attend the 2012 Mayakoba Golf Classic. You could be the one to Win a Chance to Play in the Pro-Am Golf Classic in Mexico, Feb 2012!
Guest Reviews of Porto Playa
Guest Reviews on Porto Playa taken from Trip Advisor and VRBO
“Truly Magnificent Vacation in every Way!!”
Reviewed October 11, 2011
Excellent, elegant property in an amazing location! EASILY accessible to all Playa del Carmen’s best beaches, restaurants and shopping!! Location, location, and great amenities!!!! This is truly one of the best properties in downtown Playa del Carmen. Our group stayed in a beautifully appointed and decorated 3 bedroom penthouse with terrific ocean views! Everything was just a few steps away, no need for a rental car or taxis!! Excellent service at both the condo and the beach club. Helpful, pleasant concierge service at desk. Fun yoga on the beach with Sam! Our group loved starlit evenings on our rooftop and jacuzzi!!
Hurricane Rina Update
As of 8 am CST Thursday, October 27, Hurricane Rina is just south of Cozumel and has been downgraded to a category 1 hurricane. The National Hurricane Center will probably re-categorize Hurricane Rina later today to a tropical storm.
Hurricane Rina
Hurricane Rina is forecast to strike Mexico as an intense hurricane at about 10:00 GMT on Thursday, October 27. Mexican officials issued a hurricane warning for the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula from north of Punta Gruesa to Cancun as the Category 2 storm strengthened.
Exposing Expedia and their “less desireable” rooms
This past week I was reading reviews on Trip Advisor from people complaining about various properties. They all had one thing in common: they had used Expedia. As a consumer, I like using Expedia because I can see cheap rates for a variety of places. But there’s a down side to the cheaper prices they offer – many to most times you are not getting the property’s best room, in fact you are going to get the least desireable rooms. That’s the way it works.