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What Travelers Need to Know About Water in Playa del Carmen
Water safety is one of the most misunderstood parts of traveling to Playa del Carmen. Some visitors insist the water is perfectly fine.…
Currency in Playa del Carmen: Pesos, Dollars, Euros, Exchange Rates, and Tipping Realities
Money in Playa del Carmen is simple on paper: Mexico uses pesos. But the reality inside Playa is more complicated because tourism drives…
New Etsy Store and Throwback Tees
The PlayaInfo Etsy Store is launching a throwback t-shirt collection inspired by old Playa del Carmen bars, restaurants, beach hangouts, music spots, and…
An early 2026 look at renting in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen has transformed from a sleepy fishing village into one of Latin America’s best-known coastal playgrounds. Sun-bleached beaches, cenote-dotted jungles, a…
Playa del Carmen Faces Record Sargassum in 2026: Impacts, Outlook, and Local Adaptation
Playa del Carmen Faces Record Sargassum in 2026: Impacts, Outlook, and Local Adaptation Playa del Carmen, nestled on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, is renowned…
Money Guide for Playa del Carmen Travelers
Table of Contents Overview — Why This Guide Matters Exchange-Rate Mechanics 101 How Mexicans React to Peso ⇆ Dollar Swings Method-by-Method Cost Comparison…
Playa del Carmen Healthcare & Wellness Guide
Table of Contents Introduction: Why Emergency Preparedness Matters in Playa del Carmen 1. Medical Emergencies: What to Do & Where to Go 2.…
ADO Bus Services in Playa del Carmen – A Comprehensive Guide
Table of Contents Introduction What is ADO? Why Use It? ADO Routes from Playa del Carmen To/From Cancún Airport To/From Cancún City To/From…
The Power of the Sun in Playa del Carmen: Heat, UV and Smarter Sun Protection
The Playa del Carmen sun is not difficult to manage, but it punishes bad planning. The combination of tropical latitude, powerful ultraviolet radiation,…
Security Forces in Playa del Carmen – Who’s Who, What They Do
Table of Contents Introduction Overview of Security in Playa del Carmen 1. Policía Municipal (Municipal Police) Roles & Responsibilities Structure & Organization Contact…
Playa del Carmen Safety: A Comprehensive Guide(2024-2025)
Playa del Carmen Safety: A Comprehensive Guide (2024-2025) Table of Contents Introduction Quick Safety Facts & 2024-2025 Overview Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Safety Overview Crime in…
Navigating Currency Exchange, ATMs, and Money in Playa del Carmen
Whether you’re a first-time traveler, expat, or digital nomad, how you manage your money in Playa del Carmen can make a huge difference…
