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Your guide to living, working & playing in Playa
Roundups, recaps, and real guides — written for locals, expats, and travelers who want more than a tourist brochure.
Local Spotlight
One Team, Every Chapter: Why Roam the Riviera Is Worth Knowing About
Concierge travel, relocation, and property services across the Riviera Maya.
Jul 28, 2026 · 7 min read
Culture & Community
The Lion's Gate Portal Is Opening, and Playa Del Carmen Might Be the Best Seat in the House
What 8/8 actually means, and why Playa has its own real history with Sirius.
Jul 28, 2026 · 6 min read
Local Spotlight
Spin & Tonics: Come for the Laundry, Stay for the Libations
Meet Karmina & Yaisa, the owners behind Colosio's laundry lounge turned community hub.
Jul 22, 2026 · 5 min read
Best of Playa
7 Rooftop Bars Locals Actually Go To
Skip the tourist traps — here's where the regulars end up when the sun goes down.
Jul 18, 2026 · 6 min read
Expat Guides
So You Just Moved to Playa — Here's Week One
inDrive vs. taxis, the water, sargasso season, Rappi, and where locals actually shop.
Jul 22, 2026 · 8 min read
Best of Playa
Late-Night Eats: Where to Go After Midnight
The taco stands and tucked-away kitchens that keep the night going.
Jun 28, 2026 · 5 min read
Expat Guides
Working Remote From Playa: A Realistic Guide
WiFi, visas, and the coworking spots that don't feel like a hostel lobby.
Jun 20, 2026 · 7 min read