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Sarah Barlow
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Sarah Barlow

Sarah is a travel enthusiast from England, who swapped the rainy clouds of Manchester for beachside bliss in Playa Del Carmen. If she’s not salsa dancing by the shore, you’ll find her soaking up the sun in one of her favorite rooftop party pools. Sarah is the content and social media manager here at <a href="https://www.playadelcarmen.com">PlayaDelCarmen.com</a>


ACTIVITIES  / ARTS + CULTURE  / FOOD + DRINK  / NATURE  / SHOPS
Your Ultimate 1-Day Guide to Puerto Morelos – What to Do in 24 Hours! (2024)
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Leaning lighthouse puerto morelos.

So, have you been scouring the wonders of the Riviera Maya and caught wind of Puerto Morelos? Lucky you! Not EVERYONE knows about this little known gem… and that’s what makes it so special. For the intrepid readers and researchers, […]


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ACTIVITIES
10 Best Tours for Group Vacations When Travelling to The Rivera Maya (2024)
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Group tours

So, you’re organizing a group trip? Bravo for taking on the challenge! I promise, with our help it’s going to be SO worth it!  Here’s why. I teamed up with the group vacation specialists at PlayaDelCarmen.Com to curate this post! They make […]


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ACTIVITIES
My Honest Review of The Fat Cat Catamaran Tour – What You Can Expect (2024)
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Are YOU thinking about booking a catamaran tour on your next trip to Playa del Carmen? Good move! Just you, the sun, and the open sea (plus a rum punch or 3) – you can’t beat it! Unfortunately, not all catamaran experiences are […]


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HOTEL REVIEWS  / HOTELS
The Top 5 Hotels With the Best Beaches in Playa del Carmen (2024)
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ocean feet

If you’re planning a trip Playa del Carmen, I’m probably guessing that seeking some well-deserved rest and relaxation on a breath-taking beach is at the top of your to-do list? Thought so. Choosing Mexico was a good start, but FYI […]


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ACTIVITIES  / ARTS + CULTURE  / NATURE
My HONEST Review of The Chichen Itza Day Trip Tour (2024) – Is it Worth the Journey?
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Chichen Itza tour

Today I’m going to relive one of the most epic days of my life and bring you my Chichen Itza review. Did you know that traveling to Chichen Itza from Cancun and Playa del Carmen takes approximately 3 hours there, 3 […]


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HOTELS
The Ultimate Guide to Spring Break for Families (2024)
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You don’t have to be a raving teenager to enjoy spring break. Spring break is the perfect opportunity to get together for some good old fashioned family time! Traditionally, Cancun has always been synonymous with spring break, but do you […]


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HOTELS
The Ultimate Guide to Spring Break for Singles (2024)
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If you’re single, spring break is the perfect time of year to let loose! You know that Mexico is synonymous with spring break. You know that the legal drinking age is 18 (and if you didn’t, you do now). You’re […]


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FOOD + DRINK  / NIGHTLIFE
Ladies Night: Drink For FREE (Almost) Every Night in Playa del Carmen (2024)
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Ladies in Playa

Did you know you could drink for FREE (almost) every night in Playa del Carmen if you’re a woman? Why do you think I moved here (kidding, not kidding)? I actually didn’t know about it till I arrived, so safe […]


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ACTIVITIES  / ARTS + CULTURE
How to Make New Friends and Meet New People in Playa del Carmen (2024)
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friends in Playa del Carmen

Wondering how and where you can meet new people in Playa del Carmen? Whether you are traveling as a group on vacation, you’re backpacking your way around the world, or you’re a ‘digital nomad’ it’s always nice to make new friends […]


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NEWS
Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico in 2024? Everything You Need to Know
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Safety in mexico

You’re my type of traveler! You know why? Because you’re a safety-conscious. It’s only normal that you want to be aware of the warnings and possible risks when traveling to a new place. I do the exact same. I am […]


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