MOVIE NIGHT

 *****                I watched an amazing movie called, TERRAFERMA. Taking place off the coast of Italy on an island called Linosa, the  movie follows a family faced with the reality of balancing the dying fishing trade and the growing tourism industry on their island and how to make the best of it. They encounter another all too common issue these days there of African refugees showing up on and around the island that leaves the native people in a humanity crisis. I highly recommend this movie if you have a heart.. You can watch the trailer here;  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1641410/

PLAYA DEL CARMEN

   I have been to a few different cities in Mexico and have decided Playa Del Carmen in the Riviera Maya is my favorite so far! My husband and I stayed at the Sandos Playacar just a few minutes from the city and had the best of both worlds. We were close to downtown Playa Del Carmen($7 cab ride) or a 30 minute walk.I loved having access to the wildlife that lives at the resort and able to explore the city when we wanted. It was an easy ferry ride to Cozumel and excursions if we wanted to go. The resort has resident monkeys, iguanas, coatis, donkeys and so many birds they were the soundtrack to my lazy days. The staff at this resort was wonderful and the food in most of the restaurants was excellent! The beach was picture perfect and the sunsets were simply stunning. To me vacation is all of these things. Sandos Playacar did not disappoint! We met some amazing guests at the resort and took advantage of the adult only pool with volleyball and swimming competitions.

 

               I'm lucky I get to visit this region frequently for work and must admit that it's one of my favorite places I've visited over the years. It's great for families, couples, nature lovers and birders!