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The Riviera Maya -- did you know...

Kim Tracy (KM & J, LLC) — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 13:18:48 -0500

- Formed by 120 kilometres of littoral, divided in diverse coasts, ports, and cities bathed by the crystalline waters of the Caribbean, the Riviera Maya is the ideal place to venture and to live a totally experience with a variety of touristic activities, where you can explore and have fun, always in the middle of a natural atmosphere surrounded with the exotic elements that characterize it.

- The natural aquatic park, Xel-Ha, received for the sixth year in a row the distinctive mention of Socially Responsible Company that te Mexican Center for Philanthropy gives every year to companies that show concrete actions according to 120 indicators, which are grouped in four areas (managerial social responsibility, managerial ethics, quality of life inside the enterprise, and links with the community and environmental preservation).

- There are over 14 golf courses in the Riviera Maya, including Mayakoba, where the first PGA in Mexico was recently held.

- The Riviera Maya has been blessed by nature with one of the most beautiful and peaceful coasts. Here, the richness abounds in the air, water, the ground, and energy. The elements dance as a whole to create a relaxed, wealth-producing, and magic environment. The Mayan history persists clearly in the pyramids and vibrates finely in the hands and sprirt of the land. The Riviera Maya is the perfect destination to free yourself of the tensions of big cities and daily stress.

- The Riviera Maya represents one of the most attractive real estate markets in the world due to constant growth and tourism. The region offers an enviable stability and guarantee compared to other markets thanks to diverse marco projects in steady development, our ideal geographic location, the climate, and our natural beauty and resources. Our boom and increase in value provides investors a real estate opportunity to develop their capital.

Facts and/or Questions about the Riviera Maya

Kim Tracy (KM & J, LLC) — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 14:30:52 -0500

1. Name the Capital City of Quintana Roo.

2. How many tourists visited the Riviera Maya in 2006?

3. What is the beginning and ending point of the Riviera Maya?

4. What is the name of Mexican Trust for all foreigners purchasing property?

5. For how long is a Trust valid?

6. What is the restricted zone?

7. Name the tourist area within Mexico with the biggest number of tourists per year?

8. Name five airlines with direct flights from the US to Cancun.

9. Name three tourist attractions in the Riviera Maya.

10. List the highway name going from the Cancun airport to Tulum.

Establishing Oneself in Playa

Kim Tracy (KM & J, LLC) — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 18:42:15 -0500

My first sales meeting working for The Tides started out on an interesting note and set the tone for me. Our GM and sales manager asked the sales executives for four items: 1) put together a business plan that incorporates our assistants, 2) network with the local real estate agents, 3) network with establishments (from hotels to eateries) consistently.

In my opinion, much of sales is common sense, but how often do we forget to return to the basics? Even in Colorado, real estate sales operate based on the same fundamental concepts, do they not? I am learning that the same type of discipline is beneficial in Playa, mainly because there are so many distractions and fun things to do.

Thus, in my first week, I drafted a business plan (working document, of course) and incorporated my assistant, Javier, immediately. He provided feedback regarding the plan and we have established daily, weekly, monthly goals for himself. In addition, he is beginning a reading program to get him more business minded and help him decide if he wants to pursue full time sales or work on the operations side. We have begun calling on local establishments together and have learned a lot from each other thus far. Networking is key and he is learning how to present himself and get his face known.

In Colorado as a real estate agent, it was recommended that I hire an assistant as quickly as possible because that individual becomes a lead source for your individual business. How fortunate am I that Javier works with me as a member of the company and is not only from Guadalahara, but is extremely well traveled for a 27-year old. It certainly helps when you have confidence in your colleagues abilities, and they are still willing to grow as a professional.

I have learned that to be successful, one must eliminate as many distractions as possible. That includes getting your personal life in order, so you can concentrate on sales. For me, this has been getting settled as I have been here nearly two weeks and just got into my apt late yesterday. Despite being shuffled about, I have maintained disciplined and focused on the job; this was accomplished by studying The Tides at night and going into the office every day to fill the pipeline of leads and contacts.

Playa del Carmen, Week One

Kim Tracy (KM & J, LLC) — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:12:06 -0500

After a year of networking to get a sales opportunity like this one, I arrived in Playa del Carmen on March 2nd. If you have never been to the Riviera Maya, arriving the second time is much easier than the first because the scene awaiting you after collecting baggage is simply chaotic.

Having been here just over one week, it is exciting to see the new opportunities occuring in the Yucatan Peninsula; Quintana Roo is the last state in Mexico to be developed and those seeking excellent opportunity are taking advantage. I toured the region in January during my interview, but it was such a whirlwind that heading out yesterday with Javier, one of our assistants, was extremely beneficial. Just seeing the landscape and what makes up this region is amazing.

The Riviera Maya is a 90-mile stretch from Cancun to Tulum and encompasses palm lined beaches with gorgeous Caribbean waters. Playa del Carmen has a newly built pedestrian walkway (5th Street) and a host of restaurants, shops, and boutique hotels. The cruise ships obviously dock on the south end of town and Cozumel is just a 30-minute ferry ride away. For a such a small town, it has a lot going on and constant activity as high season begins in August and typically ends in May (though I've been told it's bloody hot then).

The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef spans four countries, Belize, Guatamala, Honduras, and Mexico. It is 1290 km long and extends from the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula all the way down to the Bay Islands of Honduras. The reef lies just off the coastline ranging from 300 meters out to 40 kilometers; it is the second largest in the world and offers endless opportunity for scuba diving and snorkeling. This ecosystem is home to over 80 species of coral, 500 variety of fish, and countless landscapes.

Other day activities include: Puerto Morales (20 miles north of Playa and where the reef comes especially close), Kailuum, Xcaret, Paamul, Puerto Aventuras, Xpu-Ha, Yal-Ku, Kantenah, Akumal, Xcacel, Xel-Ha, Hidden Worlds, and of course, Tulum.

Tulum is my favorite thus far simply because it is so relaxing and beautiful. There is no nightlife to speak of and maybe a handful of places to eat, the but beaches are exquisite. Fear not, development is coming, but for now, it is relatively undiscovered.