"Life's a Beach" - Adventures of an Expat Family in Mexico

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Follow the daily life and adventures of an American Expat family living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Learn about regional travel, learning the language, culture shock, educational options, real estate and more!

Michele and Rob Kinnon moved their young family from the northeastern United States to Playa del Carmen Mexico in 2004. They develop property locally and are the principal Brokers for Buy Playa Real Estate Advisors and Buy Playa Vacation Rentals. Michele started blogging about their daily life and experiences in December of 2007, having no idea that the blog would become a valuable source of information to the many people planning a move to this region and a popular daily diversion for those who just like to day-dream of doing so. Michele and Rob welcome your comments and inquiries about investment opportunities, relocating to the area, assimilating a family into "Playa Life" and any other questions about the beautiful Riviera Maya.

Read more at www.lifesabeachblog.com.

"Life's a Beach" Adventures of an Expat Family in Mexico

The Mis-adventures of the Kinnon Family in Playa del Carmen and Beyond

Follow the daily life and adventures of an American Expat family living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Learn about regional travel, learning the language, culture shock, educational options, real estate and more!
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