Your Weekly Window Into Paradise

Friday May 8, 2026

Unlike the "floating" date in many other countries, on what specific day is Mother's Day (Día de las Madres) always celebrated in Mexico?

This week the beach has been almost completely free of sargassum, with clear blue water stretching right up to the shoreline instead of the  brown tint near the sand. If you’ve been waiting for one of those perfect beach weeks, this is it.

We highly recommend taking advantage of the conditions while they last. Head down for a swim, grab your snorkel gear, or make your way out to Ojo de Agua where the water has been especially inviting this week.

And honestly, this might be the best part of May in Puerto Morelos. The snowbirds have already flown north for the season, but the summer vacation crowds have not arrived yet. The town feels calmer, quieter, and more relaxed again.

Take a morning walk south of the pier one day this week, and you may find yourself with an entire stretch of beach almost completely to yourself. Enjoy the 'tranquilo' vibe while it lasts.

See you out on the town! 😎

1. 🎶 Son de Caney Live at Diving Bar

Kick off your Saturday with the irresistible rhythms of Son de Caney, one of Puerto Morelos’ favorite Cuban music groups. Performing beachside at Diving Bar, this afternoon show blends sunshine, salsa, and traditional Cuban son into one of the most fun live music experiences in town.

Son de Caney is a trio deeply rooted in traditional Cuban music, reinterpreting classic son styles through a modern urban lens while keeping the spirit of dance and live performance at the center of everything they do. Their performances are energetic, authentic, and always get the crowd moving.

If you're looking for a perfect Puerto Morelos afternoon with ocean breezes, cold drinks, and live Latin music, this is it.

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Diving Bar Puerto Morelos (beachside)
Admission: Free

More About the Band:
Facebook Page
Official Website

2. 🥘 Paella Cooking Class with Chef Karla Romo

Learn how to prepare a delicious traditional paella with Chef Karla Romo during this hands-on cooking experience at El Pirata in Puerto Morelos. Guests can participate in the cooking process, learn techniques from the chef, and then enjoy the finished feast together.

The class includes paella dinner and a glass of sangria, making it one of the most unique culinary experiences in town. Perfect for food lovers, visitors, and anyone looking for a fun Saturday afternoon activity.

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: El Pirata, Puerto Morelos
Price: 350 MXN (includes cooking class, paella dinner, and one glass of sangria)

Facebook Page: El Pirata Facebook

3. 🌸 Mother’s Day Dinner Celebration at La Sirena

Celebrate Mother’s Day in Puerto Morelos with an elegant beachfront evening at La Sirena featuring a special three-course Mediterranean-inspired dinner, live Cuban music by Son de Caney, and a live flamenco performance.

The experience is designed as a tribute to the women who shape our homes, stories, and tables, with thoughtful touches including a welcome cocktail, flowers for moms upon arrival, and a Polaroid keepsake photo to remember the evening.

Set beside the ocean near the Puerto Morelos lighthouse, this promises to be one of the town’s most memorable Mother’s Day celebrations.

Date: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Location: La Sirena, Puerto Morelos Town Square
Adult Dinner: 750 MXN (three-course menu + welcome cocktail)
Children Ages 4–10: 220 MXN (kids menu)

The Experience Includes:
• Special three-course dinner
• Live music by Son de Caney
• Live flamenco show
• Welcome cocktail: Mimosa de Jamaica
• Flower for moms upon arrival
• Polaroid keepsake photo

Main Menu Highlights:
Feta in Phyllo with Thyme Honey
Greek Salad
Oven-Roasted Chicken & Confited Potatoes
Catch of the Day with Lemon Parmesan Orzo
House Baklava
Imported Greek Yogurt with Honey & Nuts

Reservations Recommended: LaSirena.com

A Relaxed Beach Day With Good Food, Strong Drinks, and Friendly Service

If you are looking for an easygoing beach day in Puerto Morelos where you can settle into a chair, order a drink, and stay for hours, My Paradise Beach Club is exactly the kind of place that delivers.

Located right on the beach near Avenida Rojo Gomez and Plutarco Elías Calles, the club blends a casual beachfront setup with food, cocktails, and the kind of service that keeps people coming back again and again.

What makes My Paradise stand out is that it feels built for lingering. It's all about relaxing, enjoying the white-sand beach, and pairing that atmosphere with tasty food and refreshing drinks.

Guests enjoy the friendly staff, and a vibe that works well for couples, families, and anyone who wants a comfortable day by the water without a rushed feel.

The food and drink also get plenty of love. Due to a full menu that includes ceviche, guacamole, fish tacos, cocktails, and beach-club classics.

Altogether, My Paradise feels less like a quick beach stop and more like a place where visitors can settle in and enjoy Puerto Morelos at a slower pace.

What People Are Saying:

"Best place to enjoy umbrellas and chairs while being served drinks and delicious food on the beach! We love this place and all the staff are excellent!" — Keri M. (Facebook)

"The team at My Paradise Beach Club will make your day hanging out on their lounge chairs super special and satiating! Senior Nacho, JoAnna, Ruth and Fernanda are some of our favorites." — Andrea K. (TripAdvisor)

"Beautiful beach/club restaurant. Very good food: Excellent guacamole, delicious fish tacos and very good margaritas!" — Sophie L. (TripAdvisor)

"We spent two wonderful days at My Paradise Beach Club and want to sincerely thank the staff for their incredible kindness. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious, and they truly made our experience even more enjoyable." — Valerie H. (Facebook)

My Paradise Info

Location: SM 2 Mz 13 L-1-03 por Av. Rojo Gomez y Calle Plutarco Elías Calles. (on the beach between access beach access points Plutarco Elias and Vicente Guerrero)

Hours: Opens at 10:00 AM; closed Wednesdays. Public sources differ on closing time, with TripAdvisor listing 6:00 PM and the official website listing 7:00 PM.

Phone: +52 998 206 9354

WhatsApp: +52 998 206 9354

Email: info @ myparadise.com.mx

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 on TripAdvisor (330 reviews). Facebook shows 96% recommend from 1,358 reviews and around 10K followers.

👉 Insider Tip: Listen for the conch shell. Regulars know My Paradise has long been known for its 3-4 p.m. happy hour, when the conch shell signals the start of 2-for-1 drink specials.

The "Norte" Winds are Gone

The chilly winter "Norte" winds are finished by May. This means the ocean is generally much calmer and flatter, making it the best time of year for paddleboarding, kayaking, and taking small boats out to the reef for snorkeling.

Get ready for 3 days of sand and competition. Next weekend Puerto Morelos is hosting a massive beach volleyball tournament, and it is going to be unlike anything the town has seen before.

The Tournament

More than 150 teams and 300 competitors from around the world will play on nine courts along the beach. Matches run daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting Friday and wrapping up Sunday evening with the finals and awards ceremony.

The Schedule

Friday May 15th kicks off with mixed-category play, and Saturday brings the men's and women's brackets. The opening ceremony happens Saturday at 11 a.m., and the whole event closes out Sunday at 6:30 p.m.

Why It Matters

This tournament is great news for local businesses in Puerto Morelos. Players, coaches, and families fill up hotels, eat at local restaurants, and explore everything the town has to offer.

Even if volleyball is not your thing, the beach will have an amazing atmosphere all weekend. Puerto Morelos is a small town that always finds a way to make a big impression.

Puerto Morelos Gets a Power Boost

Good news for anyone tired of losing electricity on a hot summer day. Mexico's Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) just switched on new power substations near Cancun, and the benefits reach all the way to Puerto Morelos.

What Happened

Over the weekend of April 19, CFE turned on new substations in the Cancun area. The upgrades are designed to improve power quality for over 700,000 electrical users across the region.

Why It Matters

Puerto Morelos sits between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, two fast-growing areas that put a lot of strain on the local power grid. These new substations help take some of that pressure off.

The Bigger Picture

This is part of an $8.1 billion project by the Mexican government to improve electricity across the country. CFE also recently upgraded seven substations in northern Quintana Roo to get ready for the busy, hot summer months ahead.

Outages may still happen, but the trend is clear... CFE is investing heavily in this region. That is good news for everyone who calls Puerto Morelos home.

If you have a Mexican cell phone, big changes are coming soon. A new law requires you to link your phone number to your legal ID to keep your service active.

This applies to full service SIM cards and also temporary eSIMs. It doesn't matter if it's been your number for years or only for a week long visit, you have to register.

Why the Law Matters

Mexico wants to stop criminals from using secret phone numbers for scams. By June 30, 2026, every local phone line must be registered to a real person.

This rule only applies to Mexican carriers like Telcel or AT&T. If you use a U.S. or Canadian phone that is roaming, you do not need to worry.

Starting July 1, unregistered phones will stop working. You will only be able to call 911 or your phone company for help.

How to Register

To register, you need a valid ID like a passport or a Mexican residency card. Your phone company will send you weekly text messages with instructions on how to sign up.

You can register online or visit a store in person. If your phone is stolen, you must report it fast to keep your identity safe.

Don't wait until the last minute to get this done. Registering early will help you avoid the rush and keep your phone working.

For years, stinky brown seaweed has been ruining beach days and hurting businesses in Mexico. Now, a new factory in Yucatán is turning that smelly problem into something useful.

Making Seaweed Useful

Huge piles of seaweed, called sargassum, often cover the sand and drive tourists away from the coast. This new facility processes the seaweed to create biofertilizers and food for animals.

Scientists spent eight years researching how to make this work before the plant opened its doors. The goal is to make sure the seaweed is handled in a way that helps the environment and the local economy.

Helping Local Towns

This is great news for towns like Puerto Morelos that spend a lot of money and time cleaning up beaches. If the seaweed becomes a product, it turns a big expense into a real business opportunity.

While the plant is still new and needs more testing, the future looks bright. Instead of just losing money to the mess, coastal towns might finally see a return on their hard work. This shift could help protect the reef and the local tourism season for years to come.

🐾 Kittens For Adoption! 🐾

Little hearts looking for a great home!

Affectionate, playful, and full of love.  Each one has its own personality and charm. Several are available.

These beautiful kittens are looking for a loving home. They are playful, affectionate, and perfect companions for every day.

Give one of these little ones the chance to become part of your family.

Location: Puerto Morelos

For more Information message on WhatsApp: +52 998-258-3941

We've added a couple of new venues to the Puerto Morelos Insider Events app this week, and the calendar is filling up with fantastic entertainment. Whether you're into live music, sports, or special dining experiences, there's something for everyone. Here are four exciting events to check out.

Four New Events This Week

Luciana & Adrián at Peninsula Friday, May 8, 7:00 PM (Peninsula Restaurant ) Relaxing music by Luciana & Adrián. Free admission!

Ladies Night with Son de Canay Wednesday, May 13, 7:00 PM (Muses Restaurant, Diving Lodge ) Ladies Night with live Latin/Cubano music. First drink is free for the ladies! Free admission!

Gaby Gorsky Jazz Monday, May 11, 8:00 PM (La Sirena ) Jazz music with Gaby Gorsky. Free admission!

International Beach Volleyball Tournament – Men's & Women's Brackets Saturday, May 16, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Puerto Morelos Beach near My Paradise ) More than 150 teams from across the globe will compete on nine courts set up along the beach. Free for spectators! (Note: This is a 3-day event; check the app for all dates.)

Explore the Full Calendar

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May 10th. This tradition began in 1922 and is one of the most important holidays in Mexico, often celebrated with family feasts, flowers, and serenades of "Las Mañanitas".