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The apartment is perfect for Playa. 1min to the beach. 5min to 5th Avenue with all the restaurants and stores. Just a short summary: Great terrace for breakfast. Got every day breakfast from a nearby store and spend 1h in the sun and listening to the see. Watching the stars at night with a Corona - priceless and let you rethink your life. Perfect communication with Ben and Andrea via Whatsup. They were always there when you needed them. Late check-out? No problem! Ben also send me a list with the best value for money restaurants in Playa. Really helpful. Reliable internet. We used to watch Apple TV movies. Comfortable bed with anti mosqito net (helps a lot). I would not hesitate a second to recommend the apartment. PS: Best welcome present: 5 Coronas in the fridge.Ivan2017-01-01T00:00:00Z
I did not personally meet Ben, but he was very responsive by email, and his representative Andrea met us at the apartment. It is in a lovely, and very convenient location within easy walking distance to beach, shops and 5th Avenue. I especially enjoyed the view of the trees and ocean from the balcony. The apartment is not as big as depicted in the pictures, and it is in need of a little tlc. I had an issue with the toilet seat being broken, but Ben got this fixed quickly. It is in a nice, quiet area except for some noisy neighborhood dogs, which really didn't bother me too much. I do prefer a darker room for sleeping but some well placed towels really helped. The stairs up are quite steep and I don't think this would be a great place for elderly or young kids. The pool looked nice, but we didn't use it with the beach so close by. Overall, it was a adequately equipped and with a little work will be a great place to stay.Angie2015-12-10T00:00:00Z
Benoit's place is simply perfect. Just a few steps from the beach, for the most part away from the noise, yet close enough to anything and everything that you might need. The apartment itself is cool, comfortable, and an ideal place to relax. Everything just worked out perfectly.Stephen2017-05-10T00:00:00Z
This place is in a great location. Walking distance to 5th ave and if you have a car you can drive around easily too. Great pool to cool off in, the beach wasn't great a lot of seaweed and a sewage smell.Lilly2017-04-21T00:00:00Z
The place is really niceJuan2017-04-14T00:00:00Z
Ben's place is in an excellent location just a block from the beach. The apartment is lovely and Ben was very friendly & helpful as we were arriving, directing us to a friend of his to pickup the keys & offering tips about the region and the neighborhood. There is an electricity poll immediately outside the balcony, which I felt got in the way of good photos or feeling your ocean view is completely unobstructed but it is still a very beautiful ocean view, especially at night on a full moon. We slept with the windows open & the fan on & this was very comfortable. There are some nice restaurants & shops nearby which are not as touristy as 5th Ave, this is a great perk. The neighbors were very friendly as well. Great apartment!Andrew2014-06-20T00:00:00Z
WE HAD A FABULOUS TIME! Ben left us a bottle of wine + a fruit plate and water in the fridge to welcome us. His apartment was exactly as described and what the pictures show. Just fantastic. The location is at the north end of Playa del Carmen just minutes away from Avenida 5th and 100m away from the beach. The only not ideal things were that there was construction going on during our stay and they turned off the water several times. Also the beach right next to the apartment is not very big. Go there you will love it. Rica and Arnearne2014-12-29T00:00:00Z
We spent happy and at home in Playa Ben, is a very nice, comfortable and perfect for a few days of beach space. Andrea received us very kindly with fruit, water and beer, which made us feel at home. The location is excellent.Li2016-01-09T00:00:00Z
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Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Our stay in Villa del Mar Azul was perfect. Stefano is a very helpful and kind person who made everything that we had a wonderful stay in Playa. His Villa is a really beautiful place, quiet and ideally situated, near to the beach and not too close to a noisy 5Av. The perfect place to appreciate a charm of Playa del Carmen.Izabella2015-03-22T00:00:00Z
It was pleasure to stay at Villas del Mar Azul. Stefano and his wife, Paula, are wonderful people and hosts. Paula met us when we arrived and showed around the house. We felt very welcomed. Our place was very clean, quiet, cozy and comfy. They advised us what places we should see and even organized a swim with Dolphins on the same day as we wanted. Also, they gave us good tips where we should eat and those places were great. We were sad that we couldn't book one more day at their place because Villas del Mar Azul was fully booked. But Stefano was very helpful in advised us of other places to stay. I wish all Airbnb places would be like Villas del Mar Azul. Thanks a lot for a relaxing time!Vigita2016-04-23T00:00:00Z
Place was really nice and comfy. Everything was exactly like on pictures. It was like Fata Morgana in the middle of Playa del Carmen. Stefano was very nice and VERY HELPFUL. He helped us even when we got into problems with local police while driving a rented car. If I decide to visit Playa del Carmen again, I'lldefinitely stay with Stefano again.David2015-11-07T00:00:00Z
Yet to stay due to changed bookingSteven2015-09-23T00:00:00Z
We only stayed one night. The place was just as described and displayed in the pictures. The room was perfectly clean and very nice. Stefano and his wife were very friendly and helpful. It's about a 10min bike ride to the city center (you can rent bikes from stefano). The beach is really close by and we went for a morning swim after breakfast.Florian2016-08-10T00:00:00Z
Villas del mar is a wonderful place that Stefano has put together for a very nice relax and holiday. It is a very pretty construction with very well equipped apartments. We really liked our time here. It was clean, pretty, comfortable and 5 minutes from the touristic area of playa del Carmen. We would totally recommend it for a nice private holiday. Thanks Stefano!Paula2016-09-20T00:00:00Z
We had a most excellent stay at Villas del Mar Azul. We had selected this listing based on the photos and comments from previous guests, and everything held true. While "a city never sleeps," it was actually quite quiet inside the apartment and we slept extremely well. The kitchen contained essential cookware and we loved having coffee each morning on the roof or in the terrace before venturing out for the day. The neighborhood felt very safe, and everyone we passed gave a warm smile. I personally loved being outside of the chaos of downtown, but in an authentic neighborhood. We felt like we got a greater taste for the true culture of Playa this way. Stefano and Paola were always quick to respond to our questions, and I felt they would have done anything for us. We got great recommendations from them and each day of our week-long stay was filled with a new and interesting experience. The price simply can't be beat... excellent value for the comfort and ambiance provided.Killeen2015-11-13T00:00:00Z
Excellent person, very friendly and very helpful. In the villa was very nice the place and a few minutes away from center.Dario2015-08-01T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, QROO, Mexico
Thank you Dascar for this nice trip. The appartment is well equipped and has everything you need like in a real hotel. While our trip we had private Atmosphere after long days at the beach. The jacuzzi is pretty cozy and private, just a bit too warm in my opinion, but everything is like in the description. We just have two negative aspects, the noise in the nights ,but just when you are sitting outside, you won't hear anything inside the bedroom. The second aspect is the indigo beach club, this beach was not really beautiful, dirty water and fish smell. But you will find some paradise beaches 1-2km away from the apartment. Thanks for having ! Best regards Kevin and lauraKevin2016-12-18T00:00:00Z
My boyfriend and I had a WONDERFUL time at Dascar's place. It's beautiful from the pictures and even more beautiful in person. The decor was amazing. We loved the hot tub and it felt like a little secluded resort/bungalow, but at the same time shops, restaurants and nightlife were easily accessible. We also enjoyed that it was very close to the beach. We wish we could have stayed longer, but will be back if we get the chance!Marie2017-02-13T00:00:00Z
This home is just as stunning and relaxing as the pictures. Check-in was very easy and everyone was so kind and accommodating. I had some questions prior to arrival and Dascar responded within minutes of messaging her. The location is perfect, I walked the whole strip as it's only a few steps from the front door. There's endless amazing restaurants and shopping everywhere. Yes, it is very loud on weekends, but I like that atmosphere and once I was in bed I couldn't hear anything. I will definitely try returning here!Alexis2017-03-05T00:00:00Z
All excellent, from communication with owners, friendliness of staff, location, comfort, and also how nice it is. 100% recommended, certainly when we return to Playa del Carmen we will stay there again!mariela2017-05-02T00:00:00Z
The apartment is spotless, very well equipped and tastefully decorated. The set is very quiet and centrally located for any activity in playa del carmen. Sergio attention very friendly and always attentive to our needs and concerns. As the reception staff and security condohotel. Highly recommended and the price is good opportunity.Gerardo2016-09-05T00:00:00Z
We stayed for 4 nights and the apartment was excellent. It was very clean and secure. The pictures do not do it justice. It was centrally located and close to everything. The service from the concierge was great and prompt. The host was extremely responsive to all our inquiries. Will definitely stay here again!George2016-11-24T00:00:00Z
This was indeed a great romantic getaway. We loved everything about itNick2017-03-17T00:00:00Z
Dascar's place was lovely. My boyfriend and I were thoroughly impressed and we don't think the pictures did it justice. You get two stories, the second story has a private hot tub and small bed in an inside loft "just in case," as the management team will say. You have your own "wing" or story--a locked gate door to access your palace. The place is very bright and spacious. From the living room you can hear birds and other wild creatures--it's lovely in the morning. The neighboring units are viewable and you can easily see into other places, and vice versa. The shower is amazing, although the hot water only worked for about 20 min--we think the issue was resolved though. The condo is one block from all the hustle and bustle, and many of the night clubs. You would think the noise would be of concern but it's not--you are also provided with a noise machine, just in case. If you're looking to enjoy the tourism spots, shopping and restaurants, this location is perfect for you. Also the beach is a block and a half away. Straight out the front door onto the beach is Indigo Grill, where you can use your VIP status card--the reason for your appx $60 resort fee. Grab a bed or a couple of lounge chairs and enjoy the views. Overall we were very impressed. Dascar was responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend you book her place---plan on spending a little time there, or it'll feel like a waste.Emilie2017-03-07T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
I agree with everyone else when they say this place is awesome!! It is blocks from everything including playa mamitas (3 blocks) and quinta avenida (1/2 block) where we usually hang out (if anyone has a doubt about distance to the beach just check (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps). The AC worked perfectly and since T.D. specifies there a limit for it's usage we use it wisely and didn't pass the limit of kilowatts, anyway you don't need it that much, it's mostly for the nights :) The kitchen was fully equipped, it even has some shot glasses ;) The rooms were also perfect with a lot of space for the clothes in the closet. There just can't be a complain at all for this condo since it is perfectly described in the description and the price is unbeatable. I will definitely be returning soon!!Adrian2014-06-16T00:00:00Z
We had an amazing stay at Tobias' apartment! Tobias is very friendly and accommodating! He was very informative and gave us great tips about the area and how to find gems to visit in Quintana Roo. The apartment is wonderfully located, only two blocks from Mamita's Beach and half a block from 5th Avenida (the Main Street in this beautiful city, with shops, restaurants, bars, and everything you need for a great stroll). The apartment is beautifully decorated with mexican artisany, and has all of the amenities including AC which we were grateful for because it can get pretty warm. The place is cozy, convenient, and it will feel like your personal home in Playa after a few days. The kitchen is well equipped with everything necessary to cook your own meals. Also, the apartment has it's own reserved parking spot directly outside of the complex, which was great because we rented a car during our stay. I can not imagine a better place to stay at Playa Del Carmen. It was a perfect home for our vacation! Thanks Tobias! -Jessica and StevenSteven and Jasmine2014-05-17T00:00:00Z
We loved staying at T.D's place. The central location of the place next to all the action happening on 5th avenue was just what we were looking for. The place was just far enough away so the noise did not disturb our sleep. The walk to Mamitas Beach was only 5 min away. The place was very cozy and we felt very safe staying there. We felt the pool was a little small for our liking (only since we were really looking for a place that had a nice pool).... but as long as you're not looking for that as your big selling point a very nice place to stay. Internet worked great for the most part.... it was very easy to contact the host as well throughout the days we were there.Thomas2016-07-01T00:00:00Z
Great apt, super easy and clear check in. Originally planned to only stay 2 days, however after seeing what a great location it was and how lightning fast the internet is we extended our stay, which was fast and easy. Super quite, clean and comfortable.Kathy2016-04-15T00:00:00Z
Plenty of emails leading up to our stay to see if we required anything and to then welcome us.Sue2017-01-01T00:00:00Z
The place was very nice and lived up to the description in every way. Staying in Mid-December (fabulous weather!), we did not use any air conditioning or fans and used far less electricity than the rather generous daily allowance. This is a very spacious, fully-equipped apartment that would accommodate a lengthy stay. There were just two of us, wanting separate rooms, but the place would easily accommodate two couples (full kitchen, large living room, dining table, two bedrooms and two bathrooms).Gregg2014-12-18T00:00:00Z
The place was exactly as described spacious, close to all the restaurants and very clean. T.D. was available and very quick to answer any questions we had. I would definitely book with him again if I were to come back to Playa de Carmen.michelle 2017-05-04T00:00:00Z
Loved the apartment, we all liked having the kitchen, fridge and clean water. Only thing I would say is that the aircon has been the most expensive out of everywhere we have traveled. We hardly used the aircon and we still had to pay even more than the original allowance of electricity. If you stay here, maybe send a reminder email that you are coming because I think they forgot we were arriving and the keys weren't there. Overall though we thought it was really cute and we had a great time. Thanks !Emily2014-06-28T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Although it took a few hours to meet up with Luz to get into the apartment, once I was there it was a great place to stay! Luz is very nice, well traveled and used to having people from all over the world around her. She is a wealth of stories, very kind, and is considerate and accommodating. The room I stayed in was very nice, with a dresser, a nice sized bed, and air conditioning if I needed it. There is a balcony off of the apartment with sliding doors which looks out onto the park near by. It is very close to the beach, restaurants, and feels very safe. I had a great time in Playa del Carmen this year! Thanks Luz! Myan BinderMyan2012-02-21T00:00:00Z
There is no words to describe how good it was to be in that place. The host is an awesome human being who did more than I was expected. She even made us a dinner to make us taste different local food. My favourite activity was to hang out on the rooftop admiring the beautiful ocean view and all around. It will be without any hesitation that I would recommend this place if you want to enjoy Mexico. Thanks Lucy & Chris!Samuel2013-01-18T00:00:00Z
George and I have been to Playa several times and the weather was exceptional this time as was our stay at Lucy's. The condo was new, clean, easy to move about in-2 bed 2 bath and a wonderfully quiet private pool on the rooftop AND it was secure. We were within walking distance to everything-Walmart, Fifth St., beaches, etc. We were right next to the Plaza and the celebrations/carnival. It could be a little noisy at times but we would close up the windows and put on the air and it was silent. Lucy was a gem-we enjoyed our conversations with her about every topic under the sun! She is a wealth of information about the area, things to do, places to go and the culture. We felt like we had been friends for a long time! We would not hesitate to stay there again.george2013-02-19T00:00:00Z
Were do I start?! Firstly the place is absolutely stunning, super modern and rooftop pool is perfect. Also whole time we used it only saw one other person in the common area so you have lots of privacy which is always nice. Secondly luizi is so accommodating and nice. She allowed is a slightly earlier check in as we were already ready which was appreciated. She had placed some food in the fridge for us and there was also some bottle of the spirits in the freezer which we were also allowed. Both bedrooms has very comfortable beds and TVs in both rooms! Matches description perfectly. It exceeded expectations. Only regret is I didn't say longer. Will stay for a full week next timeAmy2014-06-26T00:00:00Z
Luzi's apartment was awesome! Super clean, great location right in the middle of Playa del Carmen. Steps away from the beach & 5th Ave with all the shops & restaurants. Clean rooms, everything you need is already there. Luzi met us at the property & got us all checked in & answered a few questions we had about the (URL HIDDEN) was our first time here. Luzi was awesome throughout our stay. We had a great time even though the clubs were only a block away (not really our thing), This is THE SPOT if you want to be in Playa del Carmen & close to everything, but still enjoy some quiet. Overall, 5 stars on all fronts. Highly Recommended!Francesco2014-11-17T00:00:00Z
I love this place! My room had a small balcony attached, the roof was private enough for some alone time and no lines and the area is perfect. You are not to far away from fifth but far enough to not be disturbed! I am a 22 year old girl and traveled alone there and and now at home, safe as ever. Not even a scratch or bruise. I recommend it for a single traveler or someone who just wants to relax but have some company at the same time! Luzi is an incredible person who makes you feel right at home. Even if you can't speak much Spanish and are stumbling while learning, she is there to help you! I hope when you go there you find the piece of my heart I left behind. I will for sure be coming back!!! Viva la mexico 3christine2012-04-21T00:00:00Z
It is a great place to stay, it's small but it has everything you will need! We went for a bachelorette party and the place was perfect for us, it wasn't that far from the beach and the house is very complete it has everything you need. We personally loved it! The jacuzzi was hot and that was great, although we could use more light in the pool area at night... The neighborhood is safe and quiet.Miriam2016-02-01T00:00:00Z
The experience is highly satisfying all facilities 10 points and all in perfect condition, highly recommendedADRIAN2015-10-29T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Great location, minutes to get to the main tourist strip but far enough to feel away from it all. As per other reviews the condo is very close to the bus station, the windows do a good job of keeping the noise out but if you are a sensitive sleeper make sure you bring ear plugs for the main bedroom. Some furniture is starting to look a bit worn but is all perfectly clean. Hosts always responded quickly to queries and were a pleasure to deal with.Nicolette2017-01-13T00:00:00Z
We had a great time in Playa del Carman! It is a modern, beautiful and clean apartment. Just as advertised.Eric2014-12-30T00:00:00Z
The place is beautiful! Ms. Hernandez that manages the apartment is super friendly! All very complete, from the rooms to the kitchen! Conveniently located, we really loved. We are super-conforming!Ebelyn2014-06-22T00:00:00Z
Perfect location! Although not right on the beach it was centrally located to any and everything possible. One block from Wal-mart and three from thriving 5th ave. The house was spacious, clean and had everything we needed for our stay! Tania and Pedro where very courteous and were quick to respond when we were in communication! We would certainly book their place again! Their house became our home! Thank you Tania, Pedro and Baby Ethan!Jason 2015-05-13T00:00:00Z
We had such a great stay! The condo was clean, spacious, well stocked, and exactly what we were hoping for. It was in a great location, close to all the action but in a quiet area. My husband and I had the room facing out on the bus terminal and didn't find it overly noisy or at all problematic. The front desk people were incredibly helpful, and Tania and Pedro were very responsive and awesome leading up to the trip in helping us manage complicated logistics of different members of our party arriving at different times. We would definitely stay here again!Anna & Jon2014-11-06T00:00:00Z
I had an amazing time in Playa del Carmen and staying at Pedro and Tania's place. The apartment was just as described and in a perfect location, it's a few blocks from 5th Ave and an easy walk to the port where you can go to Cozumel. It was beyond hot and humid, so having cold and quick A/C in the apartment, was fantastic! The apartment is located a block from Walmart and other stores, which makes picking up a few items, nice and easy. Pedro and Tania were gracious hosts and replied to any and all questions I had, along with providing a few of their favorite places to eat and things to do, to make my trip as memorable as possible. I highly recommend staying in Playa and booking Pedro and Tania's place, when you do!Erin 2015-09-09T00:00:00Z
Well located. Very comfortable beds, good facilities, clean, charming us. Recommended 100%Ernesto2014-06-30T00:00:00Z
Condo was exactly as advertised. Very nice and modern touch inside and clean. Rooftop pool was great for days just relaxing at condo. Tania and Pedro were great to deal with and replied promptly when we needed to ask a question. We would definitely book with them again. Thanks again for the amazing trip guys :)Neil and Sarah 2016-07-07T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
We had a great experience staying at the Blue Pearl. It's a very convenient location for walking to the beach, bars, shops and restaurants. The room was clean and in good condition. We didn't use the kitchen much, but it was nice to have the refrigerator and coffee maker. If we are lucky enough to come back to Playa, we would love to stay here again.Carly2015-07-09T00:00:00Z
The apartments of the blue pearl are unique, beautiful, cozy and very clean! Erika is a wonderful host very nice & smart as well as the whole staff. I enjoyed my holiday very much !!! The pool on the roof top as well as the view are awesome. Maybe some ear plugs are helpful when the canadian hokey team is playing and the bar downstairs is crowed with fans :-)! But hey we're on vacation so enough time to relax on the beach! Thanks for everybody to make my holidays unique ! Hugs JuttaJutta2015-05-20T00:00:00Z
We had a great time at the studio. It was clean very well decorated and at a great location. The tub in the balcony was definitely a plus, also the pool on the rooftop is great to soak your feet and chill in the afternoon before going out. We loved the rustic/modern decoration and finishings of the apartment and building. Everything was working properly and we didn't have any inconveniences. The building is very safe and the area can't be better, it's in the heart of the party court close to Quinta Ave. Noise is not really an issue if you close the doors but it's quite busy at nights. Overall a great experience and will definitely recommend if you are visiting Playa for the first time. 5 starsLeon2015-09-05T00:00:00Z
I arrived extremely late and Vero still greeted me with a smile. She was very kind and accommodating. This is a great centrally located room, close to everything and a short walk to the beach. It's best for someone looking to enjoy the nightlife in Playa Del Carmen, as it's surrounded by many bars.Lindsay2014-12-02T00:00:00Z
Our stay at Blue Pearl was great! Staying here was such an affordable and nice way to visit Mexico. The rooms were clean and cozy. Communication with the owner was quick. We rented a car and were able to park on the street in front of the building 3 out of 4 nights. The location is very close to many things. Only complaint is the neighborhood can be a bit loud but we are heavy sleepers so it wasn't a problem. But if you plan to go out during your stay, this is clearly the place to be!Heather2016-03-10T00:00:00Z
Everything perfect!..the apartment is nice, clean and comfortable but first of all the location is simply amazing, close to everything. Highly recommendedMatteo2015-05-09T00:00:00Z
Excellent location. Steps away from the beach and la Quinta Ave where all the great shops and restaurants are and only blocks away the collectivo pick up. The apartment was exactly what me and my boyfriend were looking for and the hot tub was a nice touch. Unlike other Air B&B this was like hotel service. Every day we had a made bed and fresh towels. Erika was a wonderful host! I asked her to decorate the room for my partners birthday and we were welcomed with balloons all over the room. She also recommend great restaurants nearby and was available for any questions. It was perfect. Thank you! :)Julianna2016-04-08T00:00:00Z
Amazing apartment in a superb location literally 50m from the beach. The decor was beautiful and very typical of Mexico and the Hot Tub on the terrace was very welcome after a long flight from the UK. 5th Avenue is just three minutes walk away with all its shopping and restaurants. There are a few clubs very close by that proved to be rather noisy especially the somewhat Canadian place located on the ground floor of the appts but the noise didn't prove too bothersome to us. The Kitchenette was ok but as we didn't use cant comment too much on it We would certainly stay there again and recommend the place to other travellers and would like to thank the hosts for making our stay very pleasant - hope to see you again next year!!christian2014-12-10T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Kelley was an amazing host, as is her apartment. This was our first trip to Cozumel, and the property exceeded all expectations, the view over the ocean is beautiful, the location is central and the property is the epitome of calm Mediterranean relaxation. The apartment had a everything we needed and the kitchen with the kitchen equipped for small meals. We would 100% recommend this apartment for any single or couple travelling to Cozumel.Zoe2014-12-24T00:00:00Z
Just returned from a six night stay at this property. I originally booked for three nights but ended up liking it so much that extended it for another three. It is very centrally located - plenty of shops and restaurants within walking distance and just a short cab ride to just about anywhere else. Kelley was a great host. I had plenty of questions and she was very helpful. At only $50 a night, this place is a great deal! Thanks Kelley!mack2014-05-16T00:00:00Z
Kelley was an amazing host! She was really communicative throughout the entire process, answered all of our questions and made us feel right at home. The apartment itself was beautiful, spotless and perfect. The location was also one of the best parts--it's in a central area and close to good restaurants, shops and the port. We'd love to return again soon!Kathy2014-09-02T00:00:00Z
Great experience....right on Main Street Cozumel. Fernando was waiting for us upon arrival with beer and cokes in the fridge. We set up 2 days of scuba with his dive crew, mantarayadivers. Suite was clean and modern with a great shower. It was totally (URL HIDDEN) had an ocean view overlooking the Marine depot. We rented a Vw bug from Isis rentals and had great tours of the island, especially a guided tour of Mayan ruins St Gervasio. Mega supermarket is 80 steps from front door. Cooking on a 2 burner hot plate was good for eggs and toast .... Best go and dine in the restaurants for dinner. Kelley, our hostess, had lots of good tips on the BnB website. Best of all...diving with Fernando and Sammy, we are ready to back ASAPGreg2014-12-07T00:00:00Z
First of all, Kelley gave us all the attention we needed, receiving us, showing the features, solving a couple of small issues very fast and even recommending a chiropractor that, in the end, helped my wife with a neck problem. The apartment is very well located, on the main avenue. There is a big supermarket across the street where you can buy things for breakfast or small meals. The kitchen has the basic things you need. The avenue is not loud, actually Cozumel is not loud at all, specially if you compare with Playa del Carmen. The only party we heard was coming from a ship and it was over very early. Kelley's place is neat, has enough space for a couple and even 3 people. She couldn't do better as hostess and we plan to stay there again when we are back in Cozumel.Gustavo2014-12-21T00:00:00Z
This is a charming oasis in the heart of Cozumel. Restaurants and shops are just steps away. Our hostess, Kelley, was so sweet and patient when we got lost and she had to wait to check us in. She had fresh squeezed orange juice and other treats for us in the fridge when we arrived. She was wonderful!Paula2015-03-25T00:00:00Z
Very nice and clean place in great location. Kelley is a very friendly, helpful and reliable host, all worked out seamlessly. Definitely recommendable. Thanks Kelley!Markus2016-10-03T00:00:00Z
Kelley was a great host. The apartment was very neat and clean, location was in the middle of the city. Had some great recommendations on where to go for everything, very knowledgable. I look forward to staying here againMarco2014-10-16T00:00:00Z
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Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
We fell in love with this apartment! The location was perfect! It has everything you need and the pool has the most amazing view. Even the staff in the building were very friendly. Davide was so helpful in making our stay comfortable. I don't have anything but positive things to say about Davide and the apartment. We will be back to stay here again for sure!!Jennifer2016-05-18T00:00:00Z
Davide is a great host and definitely made our stay in Playa del Carmen an incredible journey. The apartment is very well located, clean, close to restaurants, beach and a spectacular pool. Grazie Davide !!!Cristian2017-05-21T00:00:00Z
It was an amazing stay at the apartment and the rooftop is amazing. Good location for a stay in Playa del Carmen.Marius2017-04-02T00:00:00Z
Davide was really helpful from the moment we booked our stay, all the way to the moment when we left his property. The space is very nicely decorated, and really makes you think that you are a local. The swimming pool was a great feature, as well as the private gym. We loved every little minute that we spent inside Davide's place, and I can not wait to bring my family to his property, and to Playa del Carmen. If you don't stay here... YOU'RE MISSING OUT! Come enjoy Playa at one of Davide's breathtaking properties!!! Davide is such a nice, helpful, and very reliable person. You will not regret it :)Esper2017-03-14T00:00:00Z
Davide was attentive and responsive before and during our stay. He was fantastic at providing food and activity options, and was extremely flexible to adapt to our travel needs if we had to alter the check-in/check-out time. We would love to stay with him again in the future!Stacey2016-12-21T00:00:00Z
Davide was an excellent host! Easy and fast to communicate with, and was very flexible with our arrival when our plane was delayed. The neighborhood is fantastic! The apartment is beautiful and had all the amenities. The rooftop pool is even better than the photos. I would love to stay there again!Stephanie2017-01-08T00:00:00Z
The apartment is awesome. Perfect for a couple. The location couldn't be better and the roof garden has a very cool swimming pool and an amazing view. Davide was a great host. He is very nice, very flexible with the check-in and out times and the communication was very good.Andres2017-02-09T00:00:00Z
Fantastic condo and location. Davide was awesome and available if you needed him. We will be back!Brad2017-04-06T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Everything was so amazing! The place was right by all the stores and bars. I would recommend this place to everyone:) It was a nice touch that they had a cleaning service come in and clean the place everyday.Emily2015-10-25T00:00:00Z
Everything was great at Jose's condo! The location was fantastic, just one block from the beach and one block from 5th Ave. We spent our days at Lido Beach club and loved the food and cheap drinks! Couldn't ask for a better location! Air conditioning worked very well and the apartment was very clean.jessica2016-04-15T00:00:00Z
The location is hard to find at the first time. The people outside worked hard for us to find a parking lot.Lucy2015-12-10T00:00:00Z
When we arrived, they had upgraded us to the bigger room! It was great because we had 2 bathrooms and 5 beds! The location is right by the big strip mall. You can walk anywhere you want and it is so easy to get to. We loved our outdoor tub!McKayla2016-12-01T00:00:00Z
Everything was perfect. Very pleasing was there and everything was exactly as description. Ericka, the hostess, very friendly. Beautiful place and perfect location, close to everything !!. Definitely I would stay at the Blue Pearl.Shaula2015-06-21T00:00:00Z
We really enjoyed our stay. The apartment has a lot of space and the balcony is very nice. The location of the residence was perfect : few meters away from the beach and just a corner away from all the bars and clubs. We couldn't enjoy the pool on the top floor because of the weather but it looked bigger on the pictures. The wifi was not working well in the room but was working well at the reception. Would definitely recommend this place.Thomas2016-03-08T00:00:00Z
The accommodations were in a great area very close to everything and right of quinta avenida. We met the beautiful Erika outside and she gave us directions on parking. If you do require parking it will be in a protected upper parking lot that has an attendant attached to the pharmacy. Really affordable and safe. The place was very clean and accommodating and comfortable great patio with personal tub and hammock, cold a/c, working wireless, double door with big gate at front for security. Also one thing to mention is the sound proofing. Top notch, i slept great and couldn't hear anything through (non) sliding doors in the bedroom. Just a great experience for us and we would definitely stay again! I just hope it won't be double the price! Thanks jose and erika!!Shawn2015-07-07T00:00:00Z
The place was great! Location was great. Pool was great. Loved it all.Erica2017-03-05T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Alessandro was a very helpful host. The place was perfect, very comfortable and the roof terrace is a stand out feature that we used a lot during our stay. The location was ideal for exploring the best areas and would recommend to anyone saying in playa del carmen.James2016-11-30T00:00:00Z
Alessandro was an amazing host, My fiance and I will definitely be staying here when we come back. He was very helpful the whole time with good places to eat , things to do ,and gave us a map to make getting around extremely easy. I loved my room it was perfect ♡♡♡♡ANGEL2016-02-14T00:00:00Z
First of all, that roof top patio is AMAZING. very nicely done. apartment is also very nice, huge comfortable bed, super fast internet and everything else you need. It was really nice to stay just outside the rush and craziness of 5th avenue but be close to it and the beach. It really felt like we were staying in the neighborhood. the restaurant downstairs has an amazing coffee and breakfast. the only somewhat frustrating thing was the shower pressure in the bathroom....(slow and cold). And do ask Alessandro to send you instructions to his place (intersection), don't trust (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN), it will confuse you....enjoy your stay. Alessandro is super nice and helpful.Slavica2014-02-03T00:00:00Z
Place was exactly as described. Excellent location in Playa, safe street, walking distance to everything. Cleaning service every few days, comfortable bed. Good internet. Alessandro was always available for questions and even helped by booking a day tour to Chichen Itza. We enjoyed the rooftop pool. Topped off a perfect stay in Playa del Carmen. Thanks AlessandroChelsea2016-03-17T00:00:00Z
Simply stay home Alessandro was the best decision we made on our trip to Playa del Carmen. Impeccable apartment with all necessary amenities and great location. Alessandro was fantastic with us, you are always concerned about our stay and help us with our daily tours and travel were such that we wanted. If you have the opportunity to go to Playa del Carmen hopefully have the luck that had us stay with Alessandro. Cheers, And Ignasi Darlyng :)Darlyng2016-01-05T00:00:00Z
Great apartment in a good safe area in Playa Del Carmen. It's a short cab ride to the main area and nice to be out of the craziness in town. Alessandro was a great host. Gave us a map and some recommendations for local eats and places to go that weren't so touristy. Some of the best tacos we'be had!! Even helped us book a day trip to Chichen Itza. Thanks for letting us stay in your apartment Alessandro. Just wish we had more time there. We know where we'll be staying when we come back! Cheers, Anna and MickAnna2015-01-30T00:00:00Z
We just completed our stay at LA Vida Dolce. It is exactly as described and depicted in the pictures. Alessandro met us upon arrival and did a tour of the place and a description of the surrounding area and some local hangouts/restaurants. He is very nice and stopped and chatted with us several times during our stay. The apartment is in a quiet area of town and Just a quick 10-15 minute walk to the beach or 5th avenue. We walked everywhere, at all hours of the day/night, without any worries. The rooftop pool area is a great place to relax and catch some sun or a nap on one of the many loungers. Overall it was exactly what we needed for our stay and I'm sure we will stay here again next time we come to Playa del Carmen.Macy2015-02-15T00:00:00Z
The true bonus of the flat is the roof top swimming pool which is very great in the evening for relax. Alessandro was an excellent host, he was always answering our messages and reacts very quickly. The negative aspects of our stay was : - They are constructing just nearby and start at 7h in the morning. - The flat is in quiet place and it is a good thing because the 5th is noisy (disco) but, by night, the streets nearby to go to the 5th was a little bit dark (no so much lights). And we have to walk a little bit to go to the 5th and to the beach and with a temperature of 36°C it seems a little bit far.Renan2013-08-04T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Everything worked fine. Great apartment! Lesley replied very quickly and has welcomed us warmly to agreed-upon time. She also had a couple of good local advice for us! Top!Herbert2016-03-18T00:00:00Z
Everything perfect, this is the second time that I stay with Lesley and Jesus. I recommend it very much!Manuel 2016-06-21T00:00:00Z
Excellent location downtown Playa del Carmen, is a cozy place with all the equipment and more for a longer stay, at all times we felt at home, eye and 5th beach is a good walk.Abraham2016-07-24T00:00:00Z
Awesome stay, Lesley and her husband were lovely hosts.Lisa (+Rob)2016-02-06T00:00:00Z
Our stay at Jesus' & Lesley's place may have been short, but a fun one. We really felt at home. Jesus made the extra effort to welcome us after our long trip, & patiently waited having been unable to communicate with him due to non working phone. His suggestions were very helpful & we were able to walk around the neighborhood & the town easily. Walmart, the ADO Bus terminal, Collectivo Van terminals & places to eat, were all within walking distance. We actually prefer it away from the hustle of 5th Ave. It is secluded & perfect to come home to after a busy day. Having A/C & wifi is a plus. Of course, how can I forget the cold 1L bottle of cerveza calling for me! Jesus is really cool. We will definitely come back & hopefully, stay a little bit longer. Highly recommended!!!Steve2017-02-24T00:00:00Z
Lesley's place was great! It was easy to access (convenient but not in the thick of the tourist area), and I appreciated the space. I loved being able to prepare and store food. The AC was great. I felt right at home! It rained most of my stay, so I'll have to return. I'd definitely recommend her place to friends and other travelers. Lesley was helpful and offered great suggestions. She was attentive and responsive. :-)Katie2015-10-22T00:00:00Z
Nice aparment, clean and bright. It is well situated as well, quiet and the price is good. Lesley is a great host! Highly recommended :)Adolf2015-01-12T00:00:00Z
We loved staying with Lesley and Jesus! Apartment was clean with air con and Lesley was really nice and friendly. Always write back straight away answered all our questions and helped us out. She even drove us to ADO to get the bus to the airport! I would definitely stay again. The apartment was about a 15 minute walk to the centre 5th avenue, but we knew this when booking and were happy to be out of the hussle and bustle a bit. Can't fault it we had a great stay. Thank you!Maura 2016-10-17T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Good price for the location, very clean place. It's definitely more of a local feel, we loved it but may not be for everyone!Svjetlana2016-12-13T00:00:00Z
From arrival to departure everything was just great. Jonathan is a great host, who was reached for us at any time. He gave us great tips and was always keen to make us a great stay. The location is perfect to make several trips, or just the evening on the beach to have a good meal and fun.Yvonne2016-11-13T00:00:00Z
100% recommendableAida2017-04-22T00:00:00Z
Jonathan received us very well and was watching us the whole stay, and even offered tour packages. The house is in an excellent location, clean and practical. We were happy !!Ana 2017-01-19T00:00:00Z
Go means the owner Mr. Hashim cross kindly go twiceJi Su2017-01-30T00:00:00Z
The apartment is very comfortable and clean, the proximity to the beach like we care too much and Jonathan was always immediate, the place is safe and fully accessible.Alejandro2016-07-31T00:00:00Z
Super host and very comfortable house. Jonathan is very welcoming and very aware of the welfare of their guests! I recommend it to 1000% !!! Super hôte très confortable et maison! Jonathan est très accueillant et du bien-etre soucieux Hotes countries. Je le recommande à 1000% !!!hajer2016-09-19T00:00:00Z
Excellent location, close to everything literally. The place is very complete, has TV, fridge, blender, etc. Everything to spend an excellent time. The shower and air conditioning are super new and very useful. Jonathan is an excellent host, very friendly and very attentive, very knowledgeable Beach! Highly recommended place !!!Jaime2017-04-09T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
We had the most amazing time in Akumal. The condo was perfect! The pictures show exactly what it looks like -- an adorable condo right on the water. Jennifer was very helpful sending us recommendations of restaurants and where to find other places such as grocery stores and fresh tortillas. I highly recommend staying here.Maria2013-02-15T00:00:00Z
Condo right on the water was exactly that, a condo on the water. The unit was beautifully maintained, comfortable, clean and had all the basic staples for cooking and cleaning. We never met Jennifer, however the caretakers were lovely and look after the place well. The location is best served with a car. Its about 20 min drive to Tulum and 10 to Akumal. The apartment appears to be in a building surrounded by the AI resort "Oasis Tulum." So you get many of the benefits and noises of being in a resort without actually being part of a resort. Overall our stay was lovely, the water and beach were excellent for snorkeling and it was great to be able to self cater and have a place all to ourselves.Craig & Meggie2013-12-27T00:00:00Z
Fantastic venue! Sea is gorgeous!! Very well equipped place and clean!!Fiona2017-01-09T00:00:00Z
We have truly enjoyed our stay at Jennifer's place and she has been very pleasant to deal with and was very responsive. The studio is very well located - can't ask forany closer to the beach yet it offered a very private location being tucked just a little back . It os very char ing and Jennifer has managed to keep with the mexicain theme - we really felt on vacation in Mexico !!! Very highly recommended . The on-site manager and his wife , Enrique and Paulina did an excellent job at keeping the place very clean and provided courteous and rapid services when required . They also made our stay very pleasant.Cecile2016-04-17T00:00:00Z
Perfect home, condo conveniently located on a beautiful beach, well equipped, we had a very nice stay! Jennifer gave us all the info you need about the area. We are delighted with our experience. Thank you Jennifer!Marie-Christine2015-03-27T00:00:00Z
Jennifer's apartment is located right on Akumal Beach. It is a great place-very calm and without any annoying tourists. We are a couple, both 28 years old, from Munich, Germany, travelling a lot. We like individual place where we can cook on our own. We have done Airbnb a lot in the past and we have both been Airbnb hosts several times in the past. Thus, we know what is common, what people expect and what are kinds of "no gos". In this sense, we have to say that we do not recommend Jenny's place at all. Jenny's apartment has great shortcomings regarding hygenic conditions. Thus, shortly after moving in we found cockroaches in the bathroom. As we wanted to prepare our dinner we found two further cockroaches in the frying pan. After that, we took a closer look at the apaprtment and we ended up also having cockroaches in our bed. That is why we left the apartment without spending any night there. We had to face great problems to find another place as it was already after midnight. Jenny partly complied with our request to refund the money, but unfortunately only partly. If you don't mind unhygenic conditions and having cockroaches in your apartment it is a great place to stay- right at the beach, with a great view and a stunnishing beach- however, if you do so -better keep away.Nina2013-10-27T00:00:00Z
An excellent, lovely, restful and wonderful experience in Jennifer's condo in Akumal for our family vacation. This was our second time to the region (1st time was based in tulum) and this was our first time in Akumal -- I could not of imagined a better place to stay. Thanks Jennifer! * Jennifer was responsive and fast with any questions and with all information. * The condo has all things to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. She even has yoga mats, and other things you are happy to see. * The condo is about 10 steps from a pool and 15 steps from the beach. Very calming place -- loved waking up and falling asleep to the sound of the ocean. You occasionally hear music from the near by resorts but nothing that disturbed our stay. * Jennifer offered us info and tips before we arrived that were helpful and useful. And the team that cleans and takes care of the condo was great. We hope to return again to Akumal to snorkel and swim with turtles. ItIngrid2014-08-14T00:00:00Z
We are so happy we booked this apartment. The location of the condo couldn't be better! The beach is by far the most beautiful in the area. The condo itself is spacious and has everything you need.Bianca2016-06-17T00:00:00Z
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Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Very nicely built and ideally located- next to the beach and a short walk to 5th street. Booking process was quick and easy, and Daisy from property management was very helpful in getting us settled. Ideal size for our family of 5. The pool on the roof top is just amazing- beautiful view and relaxing pool side furniture. I would highly recommend staying here.Adil2014-03-21T00:00:00Z
We we made very welcome on arrival and given great info about the apartment and town. We had an awesome time in playa highly recommend this place for people to check out thanksNathan2014-09-12T00:00:00Z
Excellent condo in a great area right by the beach! The rooftop pool is a gem as well. Highly recommend staying here for anyone looking for a place in Playa.Atte2016-01-14T00:00:00Z
Very nice place in one of the more quiet neighborhoods of Playa. At the same time close to the beach (in sight) and 5th Avenue (10 minutes by foot). Information about the apartment and Playa del Carmen before the trip were great, as were the reception and introduction to the apartment. The pool area on the roof tops it off! We will gladly book again!Thorsten2015-09-17T00:00:00Z
Amazing! Amazing! Amazing!Uzziel2015-08-26T00:00:00Z
Great place!! Close to the beachLennart2017-03-02T00:00:00Z
The department met my expectations, nice and clean, also very quiet and had everything you need to feel at home. The host greeted us with a bottle of wine, a nice touch that I appreciate. The neighborhood in which this department is very quiet, very safe and centrally located, only a few blocks from Fifth Avenue and with a beautiful view of the beach. Another great detail is that had water and ice in the refrigerator. I congratulate had a very pleasant stay.Beatriz Elena2015-08-08T00:00:00Z
Federico (and his property management company) were great hosts. We loved the place, and aside from a small hiccup with the fridge malfunctioning (which was fixed promptly as soon as we notified them of the problem), everything went extremely smoothly. The location is great, the accommodations are lovely (especially that amazing rooftop terrace/pool area!), and the maid service was a great luxury. A wonderful place to stay, we really enjoyed it.Adele2014-12-01T00:00:00Z
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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Such a great stay in a quiet area which provided us with our own space, wish we could have stayed longer. Hard to initially locate but Diego had great communication and made everything so easy. Highly recommend!Tahlia2016-11-27T00:00:00Z
This is a great place to stay, near to downtown, a bit apart from the central part of Tulum but if you have car or you're a good biker then you'll love this place secluded and very private, the apartment it's great and the sun roof with jacuzzi WOW! love it here. will come back any time! highly recommended.Claudia2017-05-08T00:00:00Z
Start to finish, this was an incredible experience. The apartment was SPOTLESS, far more room than the pictures show, and perfect in every way. Diego was extremely helpful, and his recommendations were spot on! We woke the first morning to a toucan peering in the bedroom window, and knew it was going to be a good vacation. The location is just far enough away from the 'noise' of the town, but close enough to go. I would recommend a car to enjoy the beach, but definitely not a requirement (we were just lazy, and didn't use the bikes provided). I really have nothing even remotely negative to say about the entire booking/reserving/staying at Diego's place. HIGHLY recommend...and we will be back! I almost selfishly feel guilty telling others about this place, because we'd like to have this as our 'secret'....but also want others to share the experience. Enjoy!Keith2016-04-01T00:00:00Z
Diego was a great, very attentive host. We loved his recommendations on food and beach and had a great time in Tulum. The area was safe and quite at night, there's some construction works around at day. Thanks for providing the bicycles!Doris2016-11-08T00:00:00Z
The Sky Penthouse was great! It was exactly as we had imagined based on the listing description and the photographs. The apartment was a nice blend of modern and local flavor. I particularly enjoyed the rooftop and the fantastic view of the jungle. The neighborhood is certainly growing and there was lots of construction noise at times; however, we spent most our days at the beach or wandering downtown Tulum so it wasn't much of an issue. I highly recommend this building and unit to anyone who is looking for a bit of seclusion but still close to the action of downtown and an easy drive to the beach. The light daily cleaning service was a nice plus. Bravo, Diego!Lindsay2016-03-10T00:00:00Z
Our stay at the greenhouse was delightful. Diego is a great host and very responsive. He helped us arrange a wonderful massage on our private roof. In addition, he offered many other recommendations of places to visit/restaurants in tulum. The unit lives up to the pictures. The private roof and plunge pool were great for soaking up rays while sipping your morning coffee. Only cons were there were some ants in the unit, which as long as we didn't leave food out it wasn't a problem (the greenhouse is in the jungle after all), and there was construction happening in the lot next door. The construction wasn't too loud though. Overall we had a great stay and and would highly recommend staying at the greenhouse.Lucas2016-12-03T00:00:00Z
We loved Diego's place in Tulum. Very close to tulum town, beaches, ruins, Sian Ka'an.. the place is very new and clean. It was fun to enjoy rooftop spa with sunset and star gazing at night..Akash2016-11-09T00:00:00Z
One of my best experiences with Airbnb. The penthouse is amazing! There is construction next door but it didn't bother us. Diego has taken into consideration every detail to ensure that his guests have an amazing Tulum experience. Margarita, his manager, is an amazing host. She was always willing to offer advice and help. She was very welcoming and made sure that all of our needs were met. The bicycles are necessary if you don't have a car. I would recommend renting a car during this trip. We didn't rent one and wasted a lot of time on ADO buses.Heather2016-07-06T00:00:00Z
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Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Very relaxing time at Casa Sak Tuunich. Great value, very responsive hosts, comfortable condo, beautiful pool and garden, and the only noise was bird song!Blake2015-06-03T00:00:00Z
Abraham's apartment is located in an apartment complex with a few other houses just off the main strip of Tulum, but this is no problem at all, since there are two bikes in the apartment with which you can easily drive to the restaurants. The apartment is absolutely recommended for two people. Large and clean. The best thing about the plant is certainly the huge pool at which you can relax very well. Roberto, the caretaker is very friendly and the communication was very good. The neighbors / owners of the other apartments were very friendly.Christian2015-11-14T00:00:00Z
Everything it's OK! Excellent host and very comfortable, cozy and well located space! I would have loved to stay longer to enjoy it :)Karla2015-11-24T00:00:00Z
Had a fabulous time at Abraham's place in Tulum. The place is located just on the south end of town, a 5 minute bike ride to the main strip. the bikes provided worked great for getting around town. we had a rental car, so drove to the beach each day, about 10 minutes, but there's a great path along the main road out to the beach if you don't have a car (we would run in every morning, it's about 4km). The apartment itself is just as pictured, clean, with a big comfortable bed and beautiful pool. Abraham and his property manager Roberto were really helpful with tips for where to go and where to eat (Lots of great restaurants in Tulum), and even gave us directions to a private cenote that we had all to ourselves! Thanks Abraham, we'll be back!craig2015-10-11T00:00:00Z
We stayed in Casa Sak Tuunich and it was great. Roberto met us to give us the keys as soon as we arrived and the apartment was exactly as advertised. It was really clean and the pool area was lovely. It was a really nice touch to have items already in the fridge for us when we arrived. The apartment has 2 bikes so for those feeling healthy it's useful, although taxi's were really cheap and easy to get so we didn't feel stuck at all. Great stay overall - thanks Abraham!Naomi 2015-12-12T00:00:00Z
This place! Honestly, what's not to love about it. The house has a serene, calm vibe about it. The bed is huge. The bathroom is nice. The swimming pool is a dream (huge). The house is situated in a nice tranquil area away from the tourist life. Rent a car and drive to the beach side where you have everything, once you're done with that, you drive back to a nice little oasis you call your home. I would definitely stay here again and recommend the place to everyone.Ramona2015-04-12T00:00:00Z
the apartment is excellent, has beautiful common areas, and very close to the best beaches in Tulum and the Mayan ruins. Highly recommended 100%.Marcos2015-11-02T00:00:00Z
We had a fantastic experience with Abraham and his property manager, Roberto. Everything is just as beautiful as in the photos. Abraham and Roberto were attentive hosts and the property, garden, and pool are very nice. It was a great "home base" for us, and although it is within walking or biking distance to most of Tulum, we were glad we had a rental car so we could go to the supermarket and do day trips. Abraham provides good directions and information in a little welcome guide before you arrive, which is helpful. Definitely recommend!Valerie2016-03-15T00:00:00Z
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Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Great stay! Marc and Nico are great host. You'll find a great apartment with an amazing rooftop pool as a nice bonus. Friendly house keepers as well. We also loved the Tulum guide and the bottle of wine. A great touch! Thanks guys!michelle2016-02-27T00:00:00Z
Was a great stay! I would definitely stay there again! Affordable and very nice! Exactly what it looks like on the Internet! Easy 15 min drive to the beach.Emily2016-05-30T00:00:00Z
Great place tucked away in a quiet neighborhood.Jesse2016-08-21T00:00:00Z
The place is fantastic! It really felt like we were at home. The view from the rooftop is absolutely mind-blowing, and the apartment is really really nice! The building is also really safe. There is not much to do in the city of Tulum, apart from some nice restaurants, but it's very close to all the nice places in the area (cenotes, archaeological sites,...). Marc and Nico have been really helpful during our stay. We will definitely come back to this place!Vincent2016-10-04T00:00:00Z
From arrival to departure everything was great. There was always someone reached for questions. We had the apartment on the ground Peace. It was very clean and beautiful. The bed and the shower are very generous failed. The highlight is indeed the rooftop pool. In the apartment a folder with information is stored. We made good use of the restaurant tips and are come free full on our culinary. Who goes there at Marc & Nico well supplied.Carmen2017-05-10T00:00:00Z
Such an incredible place to stay for a few days in Tulum! As soon as we arrived we were extremely pleased with where we were staying. Marc & Nice were very responsive when question arose and provided excellent recommendations that we thoroughly enjoyed! We are already planning on coming back and staying for longer! We loved riding bikes into town, and appreciated everything that was offered, (snorkel stuff, stocked kitchen, swimming pool). The bed was also comfortable with really soft bedding! Big plus for me :)Shaeley2016-01-21T00:00:00Z
Everything was perfect, thank you so much!Ana Karen2015-11-07T00:00:00Z
Great place to stay away from the more crowded beach area, but still within a short drive/bike ride to it. Within walking distance to the central part of town. Pool was as nice as pictured and the room was also very nice. We enjoyed the stay and the laundry service was very much appreciated!Steven2016-03-19T00:00:00Z
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Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico


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Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Now Pay-Per-View on Facebook
Can't make it to Cardiff, Wales for the Michael Jackson tribute concert on Oct. 8? Facebook has it covered.
Milyoni, which calls itself a leader in "F-commerce" or Facebook commerce, is teaming with Ridgeline Entertainment to broadcast the show online via Facebook. The live broadcast, scheduled for Oct. 8, will cost $3.99 via PayPal or $4.99 the day of the show. Unsurprisingly, users can also pay the equivalent amount via Facebook Credits, either 40 Credits in advance or 50 the day of the show.
That's significantly cheaper than the prices being offered for actually showing up, which range from 55 pounds for general admission (via the official site) to 95 pounds for the "golden circle" in front of the stage. And, of course, there are the hospitality packages for over 4,700 pounds, spread across a dozen guests.
The Michael Jackson tribute concert will be broadcast live on October 8 via Facebook from the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales using Milyoni's Social Live technology. It will begin at 10 AM PT, and feature cameras which are situated to give a "front row seat" like experience, with multiple shots and angles, according to a Milyoni representative.
It's noteworthy that the concert is also being characterized as an app, the same category that a Warner Bros. show, "Aim High," is. Produced by McG, the show will allow a user who opts in to be digitally inserted into the show as background materials, along with friends.
The reported Michael Jackson tribute concert lineup includes Christina Aguilera, The Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Hudson and Smokey Robinson, plus Cee Lo Green, Leona Lewis, Craig David, and 3T, otherwise known as Tito Jackson's three sons.
According to reports, the event has not been without controversy; the concert is scheduled to take place during the trial of the doctor accused in Jackson's death.
Jackson died at age 50 in L.A. on June 25, 2009, galvanizing social media searches and sparking a rash of malware capitalizing on his death.
Mother Katherine Jackson announced the "Michael Forever The Tribute Concert" with Marlon, Tito, Jackie and La Toya Jackson earlier this year. But Jermaine and Randy Jackson have objected.
"While we wholeheartedly support the spirit of a tribute that honors our brother, we find it impossible to support an event that is due to take place during the criminal trial of the doctor accused in Jackson's death," the two said in a statement to CNN.
The band KISS was also dropped after singer Gene Simmons told Classic Rock magazine that "There's no question in my mind he molested those kids. Not a doubt," in reference to the molestation charges of which Jackson was acquitted after a 2005 trial in California, Billboard reported.
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In a general sense, a thermometer helps you keep track of your stove's temperature and the exhaust temperature, which helps in heating but can also help you spot potential problems. The thermometer measures up to 900 degrees, making it a useful tool for monitoring many different types of wood-burning stoves.
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The item works as expected. The magnet on it could be a little stronger, but it sticks no problem.
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- Released: Oct 14, 1977
- Sound: 9
- Lyrics: 9
- Overall Impression: 10
Users' score:
(13 votes)
Sound — 9
Kiss was riding the crest of their biggest wave of celebrity in 1977. Their latest album, Rock and Roll Over, had shipped gold. Their singles we're charting, and they we're selling out large venues internationally. They we're, by all accounts, larger than life! Being the absolute merchandising mogul he was, manager Bill Aucoin had the brilliant idea to have producer Eddie Kramer record the evening show at Budokan Hall in Japan, on the Rock and Roll Over tour early that year. But unfortunately, Kiss and then record label, Casablanca, deemed most of the material unusable. So Kiss then decided to continue with the Love Gun sessions. Soon after the release of Love Gun in mid '77, they again attempted to create a follow up live album to the massively popular Alive. The source material for the album was recorded at the L.A. Forum during the subsequent tour, and also a few tracks was taken from the aborted Japanese live album. Not wanting to reuse and rehash any songs from the Alive era, Kiss decided to select songs strictly from the past three albums; Destroyer, Rock and Roll Over, and Love Gun. They also recorded a side of brand new studio material, with Ace Frehley only participating on his own song Rocket Ride. In preserving the same tradition set by their previous live album, this one, almost to a laughable extent, was overdubbed and rerecorded. Although to their credit, how could they possibly recreate the songs perfectly, while at any cost entertaining the audience, and paying such close attention to the meticulous production details? That being said, of course the album sounds incredible! Especially in comparison to the relentlessly flat sound of most of their studio albums up to that point, particularly Dressed to Kill. So I rate the sound of this album as a nine, only because it's not really live.
Lyrics — 9
As with almost every Kiss song, the lyrics are all about sex and partying. I'm not demeaning this though, what better subjects are there to write about? Especially if you're a band named Kiss! Do the math. So naturally their hedonistic lyrics perfectly compliment their hard, blues-based syle of rock. I could, however, happily live without the repetition and monotony of goofy songs such as; Christine Sixteen, (Can anybody say pedophile?), Tomorrow and Tonight, and the soft, tear drenched ballad, Hard Luck Woman. The last two of which we're failed attempts at recapturing the unparalleled former glories of Beth and Rock and Roll all Nite, respectively. Other than the previously stated tracks, this album to me, is pure gold. But the song that rises above and waaaaaaay beyond for me, is the Ace Frehley signature song, Shock Me. His amazing guitar solo at the end of that song blows my mind, even today! His finger tapping here, (Albeit with a pick.) predates Eddie Van Halen's supposed innovation of the technique. However, Eddie did take it and make it his own, but please Eddie, give credit where credit is due! While not being the first to utilize this technique, Ace was the the first to incorporate it into the context of mainstream, hard rock and roll. They say aliens or extra terrestrials have infinite wisdom and the technology to back it up. Maybe the spaceman is from the planet Jendell! Absolutely brilliant, and critically, very underrated.
Overall Impression — 10
I wasn't even alive, (Pun not intended.)when this album came out. I didn't get the pleasure of hearing it until I became heavily into Kiss when I was a teenager in the late 90's. It's always a breath of fresh air for me to listen to vintage rock, not dependent on distortion and studio trickery, but rather on Les Pauls, Marshall stacks, and showmanship. The only thing I truly dislike, (I don't hate any of it.) is the song Christine Sixteen. Not because of shoddy musicianship or production quality, I just despise that wretched song and can't listen to it, either the live or studio version. Regardless of that, this album, and Kiss in general, left an indelible mark on pop culture, as well as myself. If this album we're lost or stolen I would, without question, buy this album again. It's one of my most treasured Kiss albums, only surpassed by Hotter Than Hell. Thanks for reading, and always remember to rock and roll all nite, and party everyday!


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Ireland presses EU for deal to reduce bailout debts
It rained in the early hours of Tuesday, 30 September 2008, as the elements dampened the spirits of Ireland on a landmark day in the country's economic history.
As the world was swept up in a financial crisis, the Irish government introduced a guarantee covering the debts of the country's banks, a move that eventually torpedoed the economy.
The guarantee was a 400 billion euro ($539bn; £342bn) bluff, as Ireland did not have the money to cover it and, eventually, the markets called that bluff.
On 11 November 2010, Dublin was hit by storm-force winds, as once again the Celtic elements produced conditions to match the economic situation. Ireland was under so much financial stress, the government had to seek an emergency bailout of 85 billion euros from the European Union (EU) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Five years on, and the Irish are using their presidency of the EU to try to persuade their European partners to reduce their debt burden. That extra clout could prove useful this week as a team from the EU and IMF are in Dublin, conducting their ninth review of how Ireland is following their economic roadmap back to recovery.
The next key date for Ireland's campaign to get their debt burden reduced is 31 March, when Dublin has to pay 3.1 billion euros to honour promissory notes, essentially IOUs, on debts owed by its banks. Could a deal be hammered out by then?
French allies
During a recent visit to Dublin the French Finance Minister Pierre Moscovici sounded positive.
"I'm confident we can find the solution this year. I trust Ireland will be the first country to exit this programme, set up by the EU area and the IMF, at the end of this year," he said.
However, Ireland's Taoiseach, or Prime Minister, Enda Kenny, is determined to secure a deal before then.
He recently told reporters outside the European Parliament in Brussels that "promissory notes will be negotiated with the ECB [European Central Bank]".
"I am confident that we will have a conclusion and a deal on that before the payment date of the end of March," he said.
Brenda Kelly, an economist with CMC, says the Irish people have lost faith in their government's ability to deal with the nation's troubled banks.
"No other country has been burdened with similar levels of bank debt. Given that the funds, along with Ireland's Pension Reserve Fund, were essentially used to prop up zombie banks, then Anglo Irish and Irish Nationwide are perceived, quite rightly, by Irish citizens as a waste of money," she told the BBC.
Irish taxpayers would prefer to see money that is pumped into the financial black hole of the banks used to create jobs, especially when about one in eight of the workforce is unemployed. On Tuesday, the Central Bank of Ireland predicted unemployment would fall this year to 14.5%.
Economic stagnation
Constantin Gurdgiev, an economist at Trinity College Dublin, worries that pumping money into dead banks like Anglo Irish, now renamed IBRC, takes money away from boosting the economy.
"Barring a swift and significant reduction in the burden of banking-sector-related debts, Ireland is facing into a decades-long economic stagnation, putting at risk the country's ability to sustain private and public debts servicing," he told the BBC.
"Ireland's debt overhang is of historically unprecedented proportions. Unlike other peripheral states, Ireland faces critical levels of debt accumulated by all three core components of the real economy - the government, the households and the non-financial corporations," he said
Deal or no deal
As protests in the streets of Athens turned violent, stoking fears that the eurozone was about to break up, Greece's creditors were strong-armed into accepting significant losses on what they were owed.
However, Ireland has failed to get a similar break on repaying the loans granted to bail out its banks.
It is worth noting the money loaned to Ireland by its European partners is sent to Dublin, pumped into dead financial institutions such as IBRC and then channelled to bondholders such as banks in France and Germany. Ireland cannot use the billions of euro to kick start its economy, which makes a deal to reduce the interest payments on the debt vital.
Austin Hughes, chief economist at the Irish arm of the Belgian financial group KBC, is convinced the outline of a deal on the bank debt will soon be unveiled.
"The Irish economy is showing tentative signs of a turnaround, [but] any recovery is likely to remain modest and fairly fragile for some time to come. So, the economic case for supportive action is clear cut," he said.
Political influence
Ireland's governing coalition of Fine Gael and the Labour Party swept into power in 2011 with the popular promise "to burn the bondholders", but the controversial step of refusing to pay foreign investors in Irish banks, not covered by the guarantee, has not been taken.
The government has become unpopular as its austere budgets, featuring spending cuts and a raft of new taxes, have hit hard-pressed Irish homes. Thousands who are unemployed are emigrating every month, seeking work in places like Australia and Canada.
Emigration, long a way of life for pervious generations, is a new and tragic experience for those who came of age in the boom years of the "Celtic tiger" economy.
Mr Gurdgiev believes the prime minister has made the age-old politician's empty promise.
"In effect, the taoiseach is repeating exactly the scenario that played out during the last general elections, when both ruling parties committed themselves publicly to deliver specific policies, virtually all of which have been publicly and cynically abandoned since," he said.
What kind of deal?
Ireland is unlikely to get any Greek style write-off for any of the debts owed for its bailout. But a deal to repay the loans from the EU and IMF over a longer period is possible.
"A substantial lengthening of the maturity of this debt accompanied by relatively low funding costs will ease what is enormous pressure on Ireland's budget position," says KBC's Austin Hughes.
"The promissory notes are adding a little over 1% of GDP [gross domestic product] to Ireland's deficit this year and, after six austerity budgets, finding new savings without major economic and political costs is becoming hugely difficult."
Mr Hughes told the BBC the solution could involve Ireland issuing a special bond to be repaid decades from now.
"Any deal would need to involve an instrument with a maturity of at least 20 to 30 years. Anything shorter won't ease near-term pain much. This also means the interest rate will need to be relatively low," he said.
Even though Ireland would still have to pay back the same amount, Brenda Kelly from CMC believes stretching it over a longer period would help.
"The time-value of money is important, 3.1 billion euros in 20 years' time could well be a much smaller amount than at the present time," she said.
"Ireland would also need to borrow less in the short term, which would ultimately save money."
The fighting Irish
In three years, Ireland will mark the centenary of the 1916 Easter Rising, a rebellion against the British Empire that successfully led to independence for most of the island - freedom after 800 years.
The surrender of Ireland's economic sovereignty to Brussels and Washington has shaken the nation, but the EU and IMF would do well to remember this is a country with a long history of fighting adversity.
The powerbrokers will throw a bone to the embattled politicians in Dublin, who have defied public resistance to enforce austerity on their behalf.
But they will have to give Ireland a credible deal to reduce its debts and not one that merely looks the part, because the country's citizens will examine it carefully.
There is an old Irish saying I recall from my grandfather in Derry: "Put silk on a goat and it is still a goat."


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Today we have a guest post by Jade Henriques, a young language learner who is planning to pursue a degree in linguistics. Here is her website languageninjas.com. You can also keep up with Facebook.
From the first time I started learning languages, I see this question pop up from time to time. I too considered if I was just too old to learn another language. The thing is that people believe that you have to be at a certain age to learn a language, once you pass this age learning a language is next to impossible.
On the contrary scientist may disagree; I've actually stumbled across many researches that say; not learning a language because of your age is a myth. When it comes to learning a language, adults actually have the capability of learning faster than little children. One perspective I have is that as adults we already learned the basics of communication and the meaning of objects around us. For example, a seven year old may learn that a tree is a plant, a tree has leaves, and a tree grows from the soil. As adults we know this already, in our second language all we need to know is what a tree is in that language, we don't need to go into details of what it is or a description of it.
It's still, however, an ongoing battle of whether children learn better or adults do.
Our Brains can actually do it
The human brain is still a mystery to many scholars and scientists out there. The complexity of it is baffling. Something I see so very often is that if we see a word 160 times over, it is permanently lodged into our permanent memory. That doesn't mean you should sit and say a word 160 times over. It means that if over a period of time, on different occasions, if you see a word at least 160 times, it's going to be hard to forget that word. This research was carried out by a group of Cambridge neuroscientists. This is why reading is so important when learning a language. The first time you see a word and you don't understand it, don't beat yourself up. If you were to see this word again, and again and again, our brains will begin to make sense of it and remember it for us.
It's about inputting
There is no way on God's earth you can speak a language with very little input. It is in the same essence if you see a word for the first time and you don't understand it right of the back, then that simple means you hardly see this word or you've never seen this word before. So, before you open your mouth, start inputting data into your brain.
I've find that it is actually easier to remember words when we are not fighting ourselves to remember them. For instance, making vocabulary list and spending your day studying this list is not the way to go.
But naturally just reading and listening (to things you actually enjoy) will help you to remember words faster and pain free.
Long term, Medium term and short term memory
Long term memory is words that we will never forget. Long term memory is very hard to destroy and it would take a brain disorder such as Alzheimer's to do so. This is what the above study suggests that if a word is seen 160 times, then it's a part of your long term memory. With words in your medium term memory, it suggests that you have seen these words numerous times but not enough. If you neglect these words over a period of time, chances are you will forget them. Words in your short term memory are the easiest to forget, maybe you just seen these words a handful of times, overtime, try to make words in your short term memory apart of your long term memory.
In conclusion, you are not too old to learn a language; it's just a matter of practice and a passion for the language.


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Historic: Pentagon
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|29 April 1942 at 10:30 (= 10:30 AM )
|Washington DC, USA, 38n53, 77w02
|EWT h4w (is war time)
|Data source
|Astrology data
|08°38' 20°33 Asc. 15°36'
American government office building, known at the time it was build as the largest office building in the world. It was dedicated at this time.
On 9/11/2001, the U.S. was struck by terrorists with two aircraft striking the World Trade Center twin towers in New York City. Within the hour, at 9:45 AM EST, an aircraft aimed at the White House aborted its mission and crashed into the Pentagon, killing more than 600 people.
Meira B. Epstein, C.A. NCGR, New York City adds the following history.
The Pentagon as a building, institution, and symbol was conceived at the request of Brigadier General Brehon B. Sommervell, Chief of the Construction Division of the Office of the Quartermaster General, on a weekend in mid-July 1941. The purpose was to provide a temporary solution to the War Department's critical shortage of space.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on 9/11/1941. The building was dedicated on 1/15/1943, nearly 16 months to the day after the groundbreaking. The first occupants move in 4/29/1942 though construction was completed 1/15/1943.
Source Notes
Constellations '77 quotes a news report submitted by M. Worley
- Mundane : Political : Terrorist attacks (Killed over 600 on 9/11/2001)
- Mundane : Civic/Entertainment : Foundings


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Volleyball: Bad stretches cost Tigers
A few short stretches of poor play overshadowed otherwise well-played matches by the Farmington volleyball team last week.
Last Thursday's match played out in similar fashion for the Tigers. When they were clicking in Game 3, they had no trouble knocking off New Prague, 25-12. But spurts of poor play in the other three games allowed the Trojans to win 25-23, 25-21 and 25-20 and escape Tiger Gym with a 3-1 conference triumph.
"We would play really well and then there were those five- or six-point runs in each game where we spotted them points and that made the difference," Farmington coach Mike Woody said. "They had all their struggles in Game 3 and we had our bad runs in 1, 2 and 4. We were just letting one mistake turn into three or four."
Kenzie Hesse led the Tigers with 18 kills in the loss. Emma Fahning was right behind with 13 kills and provided a team-high 20 digs. Diana Comes added 14 digs and Ruthie Schmitt had 10 digs and 44 set assists.
Fahning was out due to injury and several other players were battling illness Tuesday night at Century.
"It was a night of adversity. We had another bad run, lost confidence and they took over momentum," Woody said. "I was disappointed because we didn't give it our best after we gave away Game 2 and we folded instead of coming back and fighting."
Hesse led the team with 20 kills in Rochester. Morgan Cecchettini joined her in double figures with 11 kills and also provided 10 blocks.
Schmitt floated up 27 set assists.
Comes paced the defense with 22 digs and 40 serve receptions and Summer Skokan was right behind with 21 digs.
The Tigers (11-6) were back in Rochester Tuesday night to face Mayo and play tonight at No. 2-ranked Chaska.