Blanca Merari's administration in Puerto Morelos has introduced citizen committees to oversee major projects, ensuring residents are actively involved in their development.
Blog posts in Puerto Morelos
Mayor Blanca Merari has provided new equipment and uniforms to beach cleaning brigades in Puerto Morelos to improve their effectiveness in maintaining clean beaches.
Almost 5,000 students returned to school in Puerto Morelos, equipped with new backpacks and supplies for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The Presupuesto Participativo Puerto Morelos initiative is transforming local governance by allowing residents to propose and prioritize infrastructure projects, fostering a sense of community involvement and empowerment.
Puerto Morelos is ramping up its mental health and addiction prevention efforts, especially targeting children and young people, with the first session of the Municipal Committee for Mental Health and Addictions 2026.
Puerto Morelos is set to build its first animal welfare center, marking a significant step towards improving the lives of pets and promoting public health in the community.
Puerto Morelos is undertaking a 8 million peso revamp of the Bahía Petempich access road, aiming to improve safety, efficiency, and durability for both residents and visitors.
DMAS has successfully halted the construction of a real estate project in Puerto Morelos, setting a precedent for future sustainable development practices in the area.
Puerto Morelos nightlife: relaxed live music venues, no clubs, closes by midnight. Top spots: La Sirena, La Taberna del Puerto, John Gray's. For partying, go to Cancun.
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Mexico bathroom fees: 5-10 pesos ($0.30-0.60) for toilet paper, soap, and cleaning attendant. Always carry small change-attendants can't break large bills. Standard in Latin America.
Go to Live Medical Center for stomach issues in Puerto Morelos - English-speaking doctors, fast service. Pharmacy doctors cost 50 pesos. Costamed is 24hr.
Yes, Uber works in Puerto Morelos but with longer waits. Expats prefer local drivers for cenote trips (no cell service) and airport runs. WhatsApp booking.
Puerto Morelos: authentic fishing village, quieter than PDC/Tulum, reef-protected beaches, walkable downtown, expat infrastructure. 30 min from Cancun.
Puerto Morelos has the freshest seafood - fish from local fishermen daily. El Pesquero for beachfront, El Nicho for upscale. 20-30% cheaper than Playa del Carmen.
