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Contact Steve Cutler: Phone: +1-612-867-5933 Email: steve.cutler@mac.com

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Will I have cell phone coverage?

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To avoid costly fees and surcharges be sure to check with your wireless provider to see if Mexico is included in your plan.

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Transfer from airport?

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Contact - Ricardo Funplaces.rrt@gmail.com 1-2 people 65 USD* 3-9 people 80 USD* *tip not included Pro tip - request cold beer for transfer. Fees apply but clearly is worth it.

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Shopping for provision in playa - Fruterias

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DAC – 30th Ave at Calle 20 (our favorite) DAC fruteria is one of the oldest produce outlets in Playa. The atmosphere is nothing short of festive with colorful bags, and feather bolsters festooning the ceiling. Aisles of fresh produce, bins of chilies and jars of fresh spices, locally roasted coffee and Mexican cheeses make shopping a pleasure. DAC also offer a large selection of organic produce and baked goods from some of Playa’s finest bakeries. Frozen arrachera and some seafood is available here. This is a favorite shopping destination of ex-pats and visitors as well as locals. No trip to DAC is complete without a stop (at least for a fresh juice) at La Ceiba, the restaurant and juice bar adjacent to the market. If you indulge in juice or smoothies at home, you’ll be astounded at the size and reasonable prices on the delicious offerings here.

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Shopping for provision in Playa Del Carmen - Fruterias continued

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Marsan – 30th Ave at Calle 1 South This fruteria is walking or biking distance from the house and offers fresh produce, eggs, dairy, bulk grains, spices, chilies and other sundries. You’ll notice Marsan trucks around town as they supply fresh produce to area restaurants. Shopping here is a bargain and a local experience.

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Where to buy margarita supplies, cerveza and champagne!?

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Europea – at Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall 10th Ave at Calle 16 Looking for that special Tequila, Mezcal or a bottle of vino? This is the mecca for wines and spirits in Playa. This Mexican specialty chain also offers a wide array of hard to find packaged foods and has an extensive deli where sandwiches made with freshly baked bread are available. They also offer excellent frozen cuts of meat not available at the supermarkets. Walmart – 30th Ave at Calle 8 This is your one stop shop in Playa, and not the usual American Walmart experience. It has everything from liquor to vegies to washing machines. It boasts the longest aisle of fresh Mexican dairy products, a substantial produce department and a bakery that produces fresh, warm tortillas throughout the day. Fish, chicken and meat are also available here.

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Favorite Restaurants

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El Fogon – Ave 30 at Calle 6 Romeo – Calle 6 between 10 and 15 (Italian) Yum Yum – 10th (Vietnamese) La Perla Pixan – Calle 34 between 5th and 10 Zenzi Beach Club – Calle 10 and the beach (Casual fare) Lido Beach Club – Calle 10 and the beach between 10 and 12 ( Mexican and Int’l) La Brochiere – Ave. 15 between 6 and 8 (French chicken) El Pirata – Calle 40 between 10 and 15 (Fresh fish) Muelle – 5th between calle 32 and 34 (Fish) Primier Plato – Ave. 15 between 1st and Juarez (Homemade pasta)

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Favorite lunch and brunch spots

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Aguachilies – Plaza Paraiso by entrance to Playacar Fase Uno Fresh seafood tacos and tostadas and an array of Mexican-Caribbean inspired offerings can be found at this restaurant frequented by locals and tourists alike. This was one of the first enterprises by the pioneering Santanera Group behind Canibal Royal beach club, Diablitos Cha Cha Cha restaurant, and most recently, Papa Diablo Mezcal and Los Pescadores craft beer. They have two other locations, as well: Calle 34 at 25th Ave and Constituyentes between 5th Ave and Calle 1. Chez Celine – 5th Ave at Calle 34 Another popular breakfast spot with delicious French pastries. Celine has a happy hour that starts at 4 p.m. A great opportunity for a drink and a bite after strolling La Qunita. Café Antionette – Just off 5th Ave toward the ferry pier Celine’s sister outlet, offering delicious pastries, sandwiches and French bread. Stop by for a café au lait and a croissant, or take a morning walk and bring a treat back to your lodgings.

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Dinner!

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Romeo Trattoria and Pizzaria – Calle 4 between 10th and 15th Ave This small Italian restaurant is very popular so you might want to reserve a table. Delicious salads, pastas and crispy thin crust pizzas top the extensive list of offerings at this Playa favorite. El Fogon Taqueria – 30th Ave at the corner of Calle 6 A favorite of locals and tourists for authentic tacos and typical Mexican items. Known for its quick, friendly service, reasonable prices, tasty menu and ice cold drinks. La Frigate Bistrot – Calle 26 at 1st (upscale) Excellent food is artfully presented in this charming restaurant. People rave about the shrimp tacos. Try the tuna timbal appetizer, a share because it’s quite substantial. Zenzi Beach Bar & Restaurant – Calle 10 North at the beach A day and night beach club with music, casual dining and drinks and dancing under the stars. This locals hangout offers a good burger

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Dinner, drinks, dancing?!

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Muelle – 5th Ave at calle 32 This is a favorite, small seafood restaurant with fresh catch of the day, excellent margaritas and attentive service. Caribbean lobster, langosta, is frequently available, but be sure to check the price for your shellfish before ordering. Lobster is a luxury food here, too. La Bodeguita del Medio – 5th Ave. at calle 34 The Playa outpost of the Havana landmark, serves Cuban food and mojitos and is a short block from Muelle. This is the place for Cuban music, cigars and most importantly dancing.