CINCO DE MAYO |
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5th MAY |
Cinco de Mayo is a government and school holiday in Mexico, so government offices and many schools are closed.
Cinco de Mayo, Spanish for the 5th of May, celebrates the defeat of the French army during the Battle of Puebla (Batalla de Puebla) in Mexico on May 5, 1862. It is not to be confused with the country's Independence Day. |
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TEACHERS’ DAY |
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15th MAY |
| Teachers’ Day (Día del Maestro), on May 15th, is a special day when educators in Mexico are treated to a nationwide celebration. Children shower their teachers with flowers and cards to show their appreciation, while singing and putting on theatrical performances. |
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SACRED MAYAN JOURNEY |
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN MAY |
Travesia Sagrada Maya, or Sacred Mayan Journey in Xcaret, Cozumel and Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, May 20th and 21st
Recreating the pilgrimage of the ancient Maya to worship the Goddess lxChel, canoeists in pre-hispanic-style vessels race from Xcaret Park to Cozumel, a journey of approximately 17 miles. |
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HAVANA, CUBA MAY 2016 |
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24th - 31st MAY |
| Close your eyes for a moment and imagine you are there. Waves crashing against a mildewed sea wall; a young couple cavorting in a dark, dilapidated alley; guitars and voices harmonizing over a syncopated drum rhythm; sunlight slanting across rotten peeling paintwork; a handsome youth in a guayabera shirt leaning against a Lada; the smell of diesel fumes and cheap after-shave; tourists with Hemingway beards; Che Guevara on a billboard, a banknote, a key-ring, a t-shirt... |
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USD$6.5 MILLION UNDERWATER MUSEUM PLANNED FOR PLAYA DEL CARMEN |
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LOCAL NEWS |
| The proposed location for the project would see the underwater museum begin 600 meters off Mamitas Beach and extend more than one kilometer seaward. In all, the Caribbean Sea project would consist of 19 sections or galleries of 50 structures each that would eventually consist of 940 structures and cover an area of over 3,000 square meters. They will range in depth from 11 meters to 35 meters. Total cost for the project is estimated at $6.5 million USD. |
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RIO SECRETO CENOTE PARK |
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LOCAL NEWS |
Discover the secrets of a real underground river, the longest and most spectacular of the region; travel into another world of extraordinary beauty.
Rio Secreto invites you on a fantastic voyage, a magical journey that will bring to life you amazing sensory adventure.
Dare to live a fantastic experience in one of the most incredible locations in the Riviera Maya. Enter this natural museum filled with a kaleidoscope of speleothems and walk an easy 600m route amidst the thousands of stalactites and stalagmites found in this protected natural reserve. Learn and marvel in this ancient, magical subterranean world that until now has remained unexplored for millions of years. |
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TAO FOUNDATION |
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On Thursday the 17th of April we will be visiting the Mayan Community of Yaxche, located 45 minutes from the Mayan ruins of Coba.
The children are always delighted to see us, if you are interested in joining, please meet us at the lobby at 8am.
If you would like to find out more about the TAO Foundation please contact foundation@taoinspiredliving.com or visit our website. |
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MOTHER’S DAY |
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10th MAY |
| Mothers and mother figures are given flowers, cards, candy, and other gifts that symbolize appreciation, respect and love. |
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GRAND OASIS CANCUN
TO HOST JAZZ FESTIVAL |
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19th - 28th MAY |
| Grand Oasis Cancun will host the Oasis Jazz U Festival May 19-28. This festival will feature some of the biggest music legends in the industry. Among the recognizable names headlining the event include Chaka Khan, Tower of Power, Los Musicos de Jose and Fiusha. |
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DAY OF VESAK |
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20th MAY |
| "Vesak", the Day of the Full Moon in the month of May, is the most sacred day to millions of Buddhists around the world. It was on the Day of Vesak two and a half millennia ago, in the year 623 B.C., that the Buddha was born. It was also on the Day of Vesak that the Buddha attained enlightenment, and it was on the Day of Vesak that the Buddha in his eightieth year passed away. |
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INTERNATIONAL BROTHER’S DAY |
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24th MAY |
| Brother’s Day celebrates the bond between brothers – an amazing gift and should be cherished. Take this day to make contact with your brother and tell him how much he means to you. Why not arrange to take your brother out for a meal and discuss your family memories? |
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WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY |
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31st MAY |
| No Tobacco Day is a day to draw attention to the negative effects of tobacco and smoking, where each year the WHO awards individuals and organizations who make an exceptional contribution to the reduction of smoking and tobacco consumption. |
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CARIBBEAN COLORS |
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LOCAL NEWS |
| Barry Launius, affectionately known as Popeye, is originally from Jefferson City, MO. He lives in Puerto Morelos with his wife of 30 years, Phyllis, their dog, Charlie, and two cats. I first met Barry and Phyllis, when they and I were still tourists here back in 2007 or so. With his slow Missouri drawl and his laid back style, you could listen to him tell stories forever. I was fortunate enough to spend the better part of the morning with Barry and Phyllis at their home catching up and finding out more about Barry’s favorite form of therapy – painting. |
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10,000 YEAR OLD REMAINS
FOUND AT BALAM CENOTE |
MEXICAN CHURROS |
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CONSTRUCTION SITE PROGRESS |
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| Our website is updated every month with the latest photos of the evolution of TAO. Here you will be able to see the latest progress of the different Condo Buildings, Residences, Town homes, Common areas and the Ocean Residences. |
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