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Dear TAO Family and Friends:

It’s getting hot! May brings heat to the Riviera Maya, and we are loving it! To me there is nothing better than the warm promptings of a hot summer day to send me to the ocean, a cool clear cenote, a swimming pool or a beachside restaurant for a cool drink! The heat of summer reminds us that experiences is always a matter of perception and reaction: how do you see it, and what do you do about it? Sometimes a difficult emotion or life change can be like a day that feels too hot.

You may have the impulse to escape or avoid the feeling, only to find that the difficult energy persists or gets worse. Another option is to be curious and experiment. When facing a difficult moment, don’t jump to conclusions, “I hate this,” or “I can’t deal with this,” instead, ask questions like, “what am I really feeling,” “is this really as bad as I think,” or “is there another way I could manage this?” Then, once you open your mind a little, you can try new things. Instead of staying inside on a hot day, go enjoy a lake, or a pool. Instead of avoiding a difficult person or situation, invite them to a conversation, or do something fun with them. You might go to a friend for help, or just get some exercise and revisit the difficult feeling afterwards.

Summer is an amazing time to visit the TAO community and we hope you will join us soon!

Warm regards.

Jonathan Ellerby
Co-Founder TAO Inspired Living

INVITATION TO THE NEXT DISCOVERY WEEKEND

Come and join us for our next Discovery Weekend and find out for yourself why everyone is talking about the Riviera Maya and the new way of life at TAO Inspired Living.

Read more here about the next Discovery Weekend.

TEN THINGS YOU MUST DO WHEN VISITING THE RIVIERA MAYA

Swimming by the only archaeological site located by the sea... Tulum.

Spend a day of amazement interacting with Mexican culture in one of the most spectacular theme parks in the world: Xcaret.

Snorkel in the largest natural aquarium in the world Xel-Ha.

Reconnect with nature and swim with turtles at Akumal

Explore the mystery of the Mayan caves in Aktun Chen.

Stroll along "La Quinta Avenida" of Playa del Carmen and enjoy the wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops.

Go back in time and discover a Mayan village.

Discover the underwater world at the largest coral reef on the northern hemisphere... Snorkeling and Diving.

Get in touch with one of the greatest bio-diversities in the world on the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an.

Relax and experience a Mayan treatment in one of the multiples Spa's in Riviera Maya.

RESIDENTIAL AREA - OCEAN RESIDENCES

Located just a few steps away from the Caribbean Sea, the OCEAN RESIDENCES offer excellent living space layouts, with a perfect blend of tranquility, sophistication and functionality.

The first floor features one bedroom with a bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, living room and dining room overlooking the backyard patio. The second floor features two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a terrace.

Take a look at the detailed floor plans of the TAO Ocean Residences here.

REAL ESTATE IN MEXICO – DREAM HOMES IN THE RIVIERA MAYA

If you are searching for luxury real estate in Mexico, then consider TAO Inspired Living in Akumal as the perfect destination. TAO Inspired Living is located just south of Akumal and is the first wellness dedicated community of its kind and is the perfect example of real estate in Mexico.

Find out more here on the Dream homes in the Mexican Caribbean.

FISHING IN THE RIVIERA MAYA

The quality of deep sea fishing in the the Riviera Maya may come as a surprise to you. This area is perhaps more famous for its fantastic diving and its amazing Mayan ruins, but the truth is that fishing is here is ranked extremely high by serious anglers from all over the world.

Local deep sea fishing has been featured several times on ESPN as well as in a number of fishing magazines, like Saltwater Sportsman and Marlin.

After all, this is the Caribbean and many of the world's most wanted fish swim in the waters off the coast of the Riviera Maya.

Fishing charters include fishing equipment*, bait & tackle, fishing license and drinks (water, soda, beer).

Panga fishing boat Cost: $150.00USD (for 4 people) *Extra hour $50.00USD *Includes all equipment required, refreshments & license.

Read more here about the fishing in the Rivera Maya.

TULUM, "THE ORIGINAL BEACH RESORT DESTINATION" OF THE ANCIENT MAYA

This advanced society created an empire of city-states and is noted for its advances in Astronomy, Mathematics, Art, Architecture as well as the creation of an accurate calendar system. The Mayan Empire began to spread north and, by 550AD, had expanded throughout the Yucatan Peninsula.

Read more here about the ancient Mayans in Tulum.

CINCO DE MAYO
5TH OF MAY

The holiday of Cinco De Mayo, The 5th Of May, commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army at The Battle Of Puebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holiday celebrated in the Mexican state capital city of Puebla and throughout the state of Puebla, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico, and especially in U.S. cities with a significant Mexican population. It is not, as many people think, Mexico's Independence Day, which is actually September 16.

Read more from the Cinco de Mayo here.

THE WHALE SHARK SEASON IN MEXICO IS COMING!

If adventurers want to take advantage of this phenomenon, you must bear in mind that the whale sharks are usually found around the islands of Holbox México and Isla Contoy from May until September, although mostly during the months of July and August.

They gather here due to the nutrient-rich water around these shores. In fact, 30th August has now been formally established as the Mexican Day of the Whale Shark.

Read more here about the Whale Sharks in Mexico.

TAO FOUNDATION

Here at TAO we are a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the social and ecological conditions of the Riviera Maya and related global regions. We do this by donating talent and funds; creating sustainable local projects; capacity building; and education.

Locally, we focus on the social welfare and the preservation of the Mayan community, it´s culture, our jungle and ocean ecosystems.

If you would like to find out more about the TAO Foundation please contact foundation@taoinspiredliving.com or check out our Facebook Page.

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