Walking About Playa

[ami]

Thanks for all the updates Libby, I loved today's shots! I might be coming down soon, so I'll definitely be in touch if it works out!

[Libby]

Originally Posted by HoneyB

I'd like to set this particular thread up as an RSS feed. If I could figure out how to do it!

Beatrice

I finally got Walking About Playa set up as a blog: Walking About Playa blog You will only be able to see my posts and John's posts on the blog. None of the other comments made here will show up on blog. And of course, any blog comments will not show up here.

For Beatrice or anyone else wanting to subscribe via RSS or Atom: Walking About Playa Feed

I'm not feeling so hot today, but I'm hopin' and prayin' that I'll be back out walking again tomorrow!!

[SUNBABY]

Sorry you are not feeling so good today...Get a Scooter!

Thanks for the link to your blog.

[HoneyB]

I've got the Walking About Playa blog subscribed on my My Yahoo page - above the Wal Mex stock ticker and alongside the other blogs I follow - The Annoyed Librarian and the.effing.librarian and ikea hacker.

I'm sorry to hear you have been under the weather. I hope that you are back to 100% soon.

B

[130taKen120]

Wow this has been great. Some destinations uncovered for the next trip. Thanks, Libby & John!

[Libby]

Read this post in blog format.

Has it been a week already? Let's see if I can make it up to you. Last time I gave you just a little taste of 5th Avenue from Calle 4 north to Calle 8. Today, we'll pick up at Calle 8 and head north to Constituyentes Avenue.

La Parilla is offering 44 different kebab and fajita dishes during their Brochettes (kebabs) & Fajitas Festival May 10-25.


One of three Starbucks in Playa del Carmen. This one is at 5th & Calle 10.


Souvenir shop with Ula Gula restaurant up above.


Work is nearing completion at the new and improved Mojo Zone Bar. Co-owner, Bad Brad, will be performing live here.


There are so many little hotels in Playa del Carmen. The Hotel Copa Cabana looks so cute from the outside. Between Calle 10 & 12.


Kin Mayab is a great place to get an authentic Guayabera shirt or embroidered dress. Located across from the Tequila Barrel. There is a another location on Calle Corazon between 5th & 10th Avenue.


The very popular Di Vino restaurant has an Italian menu and extensive wine list.


Media Luna restaurant moved upstairs and a souvenir shop is now in the old restaurant area.


For those chilly Playa nights.


One of my fave shops in Playa. Caravan carries shell & beaded jewelry from $7-12, pretty scarves and unique purses among other things. Everything's made in Indonesia, NOT in Mexico though. On 5th & Calle Corazon.

[Libby]

Unique souvenir shop with no apparent name.



The ultra-fancy Ultrafemme (fragrances & cosmetics) and Ultrajewels (jewelry & watches) stores.


Moongate Hotel, a moderate choice on 5th Avenue & Calle 14 Bis.


I just love these colorful handbags.


Get your leathers at Veari.


Plenty of crocs available in Playa del Carmen. Between Calle 16 & Constituyentes.


This little nook used to house an ATM machine. Now it's a car rental kiosk! Real estate is valuable on 5th Avenue!


That's all for today. More of 5th Avenue to come soon.

[redhairgirl1]

Thanks for the Playa fix Libby The time is getting closer to me going, and i am getting so excited!!

[Cosmo]

Thanks for the shots Libby, we once stayed at the Moongate in the room above the sign. Great for watching 5th and right across from Pizza Pizzaz(sp). Hope you feel better.

[Libby]

Originally Posted by Cosmo

Thanks for the shots Libby, we once stayed at the Moongate in the room above the sign. Great for watching 5th and right across from Pizza Pizzaz(sp). Hope you feel better.

We also stayed at the Moongate once a few years back, and felt it was a good value at a great location. And thanks, I'm feeling much better. Finally, went to doctor and got some much needed meds. Turns out that some salmonella had gotten the better of me, plus I'm still battling a bout with the flu. Fun stuff.

[Dan-0]

Libby- these photos and your descriptions are just too good, I feel like we ought to be paying you something. Do you take Paypal? I'm still waiting for my Chilly Willy's shots, though.

[OregonDeb]

Libby I love it !! Even being a local I have a great time reading this thread !!

[Libby]

Originally Posted by Dan-0

Libby- these photos and your descriptions are just too good, I feel like we ought to be paying you something. Do you take Paypal? I'm still waiting for my Chilly Willy's shots, though.

Aw, that's so nice of you to say, Dan-0! But your kind words are all I need.

As for Chilly Willy's ... well, I've put that on John's To Do list.

[Libby]

Originally Posted by OregonDeb

Libby I love it !! Even being a local I have a great time reading this thread !!

Hey, thanks Deb! Nice to see you here again!

[Libby]

Read this post in blog format.

The Andale Gran Bazar was held along 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen today. Anyone in the community can rent a table for $50 pesos and sell their wares. As you'll see, there was quite a variety of products available.



Shoes & art.


Barbie dolls


These spiffy Tote le Monde handbags were quite the hit with the Roo girls. Claudiadeplaya, Marissab, and myself all bought one. They are made from recycled plastics in Bolivia. To buy them in Playa, contact Alicia or Melissa at totelemondemx @ gmail . com or 773-573-2495 (Chicago number that will reach them here in Playa).


Cool art prints


The Peanut Pet Shelter table. All proceeds from the donated goods went to the shelter. They had made abut $3,000 pesos when I last checked in with them.


Peanut Pet Shelter T-shirts


Buy Peanut Pet Shelter products online. A portion of each sale goes directly to the shelter.

A couple of street entertainers.


Rollerblading anyone?


This guy Horacio Walls had some beautiful art. He has a studio in the Ejido. Contact him at hme_pwz @ hotmail.com or by phone at 984-134-8353.

[Libby]

I love Playa t-shirts for just $50 pesos.


Shopping stressing you out? Get a massage!


Huaraches/Sandals


Furniture


Handmade dolls & purses


Music school


And that's all folks.

[barbj050]

totelemonde @ gmail ...tried emailing but it was the wrong email address...does she sell the bags in pdc any where....