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Where to Dance to Salsa In Playa del Carmen

Salsa is one of the most popular and well known styles of dance in Latin America, and can be found in almost every Spanish speaking country in the Americas. Mexico is no different, so as a guest of ours at Gate48 we would like recommend several places to go and experience a night of salsa […]

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Naum Spa at Mayakoba Resort

There are many great spas located in the Riviera Maya and in today’s blog we are going to talk about Naum Spa, located north of Playa del Carmen in the Andaz Mayakoba resort. It’s a 5 minute drive from Gate48 and is situated on a 10,000-square-foot facility in the center of Mayakoba. Naum is the […]

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El Meco Ruins: Cancun’s Best Kept Secret

In today’s blog we will introduce you to one of the best-kept secrets of Cancun: the El Meco ruins, which recently opened to the public. Located 1 hour and xxx minutes from Gate48, this is a day trip that you and your family won’t soon forget. It is also near the hotel zone of Cancun, […]

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Our Guide to How to Heal a Sunburn

It’s summertime in the Riviera Maya, a time when the sun is at its most powerful and capable of damaging your skin if you do not protect it. If you are unfortunate to have receiveda sunburn and are feeling the discomfort that goes along with it, do not worry. We have put together some tips […]

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The Best Spas in the Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya is world-renowned for it’s top class health and wellness industry, so in today’s blog we are going to give you a list of some of the region’s best spas, as voted by tourism professionals and others in the health field. Here they are in alphabetical order: Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Banyan Tree Spa […]

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How to Stay Cool in the Riviera Maya Heat

If you are currently staying with us at Gate48 or are planning to come during the summer months be aware that this is the hottest time of the year. Being a jungle environment the Yucatan peninsula has a high level of humidity, which in addition to making you sweat profusely also makes it seem hotter […]

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Lara & Luca Restaurant in Playa del Carmen

Today we would like to recommend a great restaurant for those of you planning a visit to Playa del Carmen. Lara & Luca is located just outside of Playacar, a short distance from 10th Avenue. It’s a 30 minute drive from Gate48, just take the highway north and turn right when you reach Avenida Aviation. […]

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Things to Do When You Visit Bacalar

In today’s blog we are going to tell you about one of the region’s hidden gems: Bacalar, one of Mexico’s Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Town). It is a 2 hour and 41 minute drive south from Gate48, but despite the distance is highly recommended as a trip worth making while visiting in the Riviera Maya. Origin […]

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Ojos de Mar: Subaquatic Photo Exposition in Cozumel

In today’s blog we’re going to tell you about a great photography exhibition which is currently on display on Cozumel Island. It’s called ”Ojos de Mar” and it’s the work of Cozumel-based subaquatic artist Denisse Pohls. Her framed prints are currently hanging on the walls of The Palomino bar which is located a short walk […]

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