Playa del Carmen Travel Forum

Does anyone know where the playground is on the beach in playa del carmen. I saw a picture on one of the general websites, but it didn't say where?

I am considering staying in Playa Del Carmen at the Occidental Xcaret..
I would love to here trip reports or opinions about this place.

Thanks so much

are you saying that I can purchse regular milk at sam's club, as opposed to box milk?

We're looking for a good resort for families that will accomadate children of varying ages (special activities for kids, babysitting, etc.) Also have a non-beach hubbie who will need other things to keep him busy - like golfing! Heard good things about ShangriLa Caribe but didn't see many special activities on site for the kiddos. Thanks!

We're thinking of renting a car for our week in PDC. I've read all of the advice about renting a car and driving in Mexico, but no one ever talks about parking. Is it difficult to find a place to park if your hotel does not have parking? We are staying at Blue Parrot. Will we wind up driving around for hours trying to find a spot on the street? I heard there is a public lot at 10th and Juarez, but that's $10 a day. Does anyone have any idea about parking? Thanks.

What is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen? I am planning on going at the end of March for 9 days staying at the Omni Puerto Adventuras Beach Resort, and I am mostly concerned about the weather. Can you please tell me what are the best months to visit this beautiful beach? I don't mind a little rain and humidity but if a lot of rain dampens my vacation, it would be terrible! This is my 1st time! Thnx!

We want to go to xel-ha in may, and are considering taking the colectivo to and from playa del carmen. I already know where to take the colectivo from playa del carmen...But how do I return from Xel-ha to playa del carmen?...Do the colectivos run all day..? do they leave you in the xel-ha front gate? or just on the highway?...Answer is much appreciated...Only 104 days to PLAYA!

Hi; just got back from staying in an all-inclusive near Playa del Carmen and fell in love with the town of Playa del Carmen. I'm researching apartments/condos and considering retirement there in about 10 years. Anyone living there now, who moved there for retirement? The internet shows apartments/condos in PDC for just over $100,000.00 US currency. I also see very affordable houses in Huatulco which is gorgeous. Any ideas for finding a place to live much appreciated.
Lili

How much do we tip everyone? who all expects a tip? In Peso's or dollars? I'm assumming a couple dollars daily for the maid, is that right? (that's what we do here in Minnesota,) but we don't normally tip bag boys and such here, so I'm not sure what the correct ammount would be...

Considering having wedding ceremony at the Riu Playacar or one of the Iberostars. I have been to the Iberostar Paraisio Beach and I know that resort is great. Just wanted someone's input that has done this before at one of the locations. Any help is greatly appreciated? Thanks!

Are there any buses from Playa Del Carmen or Tulum to Cancun Airport on Xmas day? If so, how much do they cost, what is the schedule & phone number (or email address) for making reservations?

What is the schedule cost & phone number (or email address) for buses from Cancun Airport to Tulum? to Playa Del Carmen in general?

My boyfriends birthday is 12/09/06. We will be staying in Playa. Any ideas for a good restaurant or fun activities to book ahead for his birthday. I appreciate your help. Thanks

Hi all
hope things are well with you all. I and my girlfriend are looking at taking some dive courses in playa del carmen, but were having a hard time finding a spot for a reasonable amount of money, most want 2500 plus for a month stay. If any of you know of anything cheap please let us know. It wouldnt have to be a really nice spot, were just regular folks looking for a place to sleep. If any one had a condo , and wanted to rent it out, that would be best, but really anything would work.from roughly dec 5 to jan 5th ,1 bedroom with a small kitcheneete, would suffice. please email me: rmackay@tavel.ca thanks

How much would a taxi be from the ReefPLaycar to the Tulum Archalogical site

Can we safely travel by bus in playa del carmel and visit the different places of interest.

Hello,

I'm looking for a travel destination, around early December (1st or 2nd week), for one week.
Currently living in Europe, and thought about going to Play Del Carmen, at least that's one option.
Would just like to know, if womeone has experience, if the weather is fine during that month. I've done some researh, but on one site I see that the nb of rainy days is bigger in December, whilst on other sites I read that it's the dry season and that there won't be much rain at all.
So, anyway, I prefer asking people that really know :) (hopefully though).

Thanks in advance.
Lance

we are renting a villa in playacar and would like to know the best place to shop for food/beer and provisions.

I am trying to find the best airfare from Atlanta. How long is the ferry ride from Cozumel to Playa del Carmen? Would it just be better to fly into Cancun?

Thanks,
Z

Hi, I am trying to get advice on a better vacation spot during the last week of December of this year '06! I've been to Cancun and I loved it, however I wanted to travel to Playa del Carment possibly this year....OR I am also contemplating over Puerto Rico. Has anyone been to either and what are the pluses or negatives for both during December, rainy season...etc?
I know both places are in the caribbean so I'm sure the weather will still be hot, however is there ever a rainy season and what are the typical temperatures? Thanks for any suggestions!!!

Staying their Oct 29th - Nov 3.
Looking for a good Snorkling trip for the day food/included

Looking for a good flats fishing trip for the day.

Any suggestions?

Both with pick and drop off at the hotel everything included..

please can anyone help. were going to playa del carmen monday 9th september.We only have mexican pesos and have heard that at the airport they only accept american dollars.How true is this ? many thanks in advance.

We're planning our holiday foor PDC in april 2007.... we are wondering if there ar eany tips for a good resort?
We're interested in a good resort with breakfast.. not too big of a resort, not too busy!
We are looking for Las Palapas, Shangri La Caribe and Rivera del Sol.
Are these any good or does anyone has other tips for us??

Thanx!!

can anyone give us info on the rui playacar hotel. first time in playa del carmen. need help with airport transportation also. thanks

We are traveling to Playa del Carmen in a few days and would like to know the distance in miles or km from Playa del Carmen to Sandos Carocol Resort. I have seen 5min to 10min travel time and would like to know the actual distance. Also would like reccomendations for car/modped rentals in Playa del Carmen.

Thanks,
T

Hello,

I'm considering staying at Sandos Caracol, I found a good deal on them.

Has anyone stayed there, what was the impression?
Is it clean, do they have hot water, how was the food and the beach?

Also, how often do the shuttles run to Playa Del Carmen or is it possible to walk to the city?

Thanks in advance for the info!

Hi All,

We are going to Playa Del Carmen October 1-6th and I checked the weather and it says showers:(

Could someone tell me what kind of weather to expect?
If it will rain, does it rain the whole day or just couple hours or at all ?

Also, does anyone know good restaurants in Playa that are authentic Mexican food, not commercialized, possibly off the main tourist routes?

Thank so much!
-Diana

My wife and I are travelling with our two daughters (2 1/2 and 3 months) to Playa in November. We are staying at a condo and not a resort. Does anyone have recommendations for kid friendly activities? Anyone had any luck with babysitters that are not resort based?

We are heading to the Riviera Maya in last week of October. Does anyone know what kind of weather we should be expecting. We are staying at the El Dorado resort and spa, if anyone has stayed there could they possible share there experience.

I am getting married at the Royal Hideaway Playacar.Has anyone been married there? Do you have any pictures? Any good advice??

Im heading out to Playa Del Carmen this weekend with a bunch of my buddys, anyone who has recently traveled there have recommendations? Need information on night clubs, parties, etc. Good food, discount tickets, and what to look out for. Thanks in advance!!