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Basking In The Sun In Bacalar, Mexico

It’s hard to believe that the quiet, unassuming town of Bacalar has such a colorful and violent history! The subject of who first inhabited this lakeside town is up for debate. Whether established by the ...

BRIC Staff Shares Their Favorite Restaurants For Mexican Food In Playa del Carmen

Whether it’s your first-time in Playa del Carmen or you frequently visit this endearing vacation spot, the seemingly endless selection of eateries (with new ones popping up all the time,) can make choosing where to ...

A Look At Playa del Carmen In Its Early Days

The thriving city of Playa del Carmen was not long ago, an undeveloped region of dense jungle.  The ancient Maya used the beaches of Xaman Ha, Playa's Mayan name meaning "waters of the north" as ...

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A Festive Affair At Xoximilco!

The original Xochimilco outside of Mexico City has a fascinating history. The first people to settle in this region, found regular farming practices impossible due to the area’s extensive wetlands. They developed an alternative method ...

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Top 10 List For Fun, Adventure And Culture In Playa del Carmen

After four years of calling Playa del Carmen home, I have met two people that were actually raised in this magical city. There is a common thread woven within the story-line of most residents here. ...

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BRIC Vacation Rentals Staff Takes Over Xenses and Xplor Park!

Recently, members of our BRIC Vacation Rentals ambassador team had the opportunity to visit Xcaret Experiences newest adventure park, Xenses. Headed by Damien, our chief of staff in the Operations department, the crew set out ...

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10 Things To Do In Playa Del Carmen At Night

(Besides Night Clubs) Playa del Carmen is known for its fabulous nightlife. Droves of people party at beach bars and pack sultry clubs on any given night in this exotic paradise. But what to do ...

Why Two Canadian Snowbirds Choose Playa del Carmen Each Winter

As the trees begin to lose their leaves and the temperatures drop, snowbirds take these cold weather indications a signal to finalize plans for their winter escape. As exciting as hockey season or Christmas preparations ...

7 Benefits of Choosing a Vacation Rental in Playa del Carmen

With so many all-inclusive hotel options to choose from in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, where everything needed is on one property, why would one choose to rent a condo? There are undoubtedly several perks to having ...

10 Excellent Reasons To Visit Playa del Carmen This Fall

Anytime is a great time to come and enjoy the warm Caribbean waters and friendly, casual beach vibe in Playa del Carmen. However, traveling during the off season can save you a bundle and afford ...