Casa del Sol in Puerto Morelos, Mexico

28/10/2024

I know. It's kinda mean to send you the sights and sounds of the paradise that is Casa Del Sol. But, don't worry, I put the video on a loop so you can maybe save it as a screensaver... or just play it over and over until you run out of battery. Or 'favourite' it and play it on your commute?

No. Probably not the same.

I guess you'll just have to come down to Casa Del Sol. Seems like the only logical conclusion.

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20/10/2024

It's no secret that, over the last decade or so, we have become a society that prefers to pay with plastic. Not many of us find ourselves in the bank each week the way we used to. Instead, we tap, swipe, and share our Visa, MasterCard, and American Express cards, to cover every cost and eventuality.

Up until recently, Casa Del Sol was not equipped to take payments with credit cards. But that all changed with our connection to "Stripe", a platform that allows businesses like mine to offer this convenience.

But what about fees, you ask?

Well, yes, they do charge fees; 4% to be exact. And, no, that's not great. BUT, it may actually provide you with potential savings. For those of you who usually purchase travel insurance, you'll know it can be pretty expensive. Depending on your card benefits, however, you may find that by paying with your credit card, you are covered for insurance already and can forgo that added expense. Food for thought.

Rest assured we'll still have the same payment options we've always had of direct deposit, digital banking, and wire transfer. We've just added plastic to the mix!

28/09/2024

I hate to cook. Always have. So when we started staying at vacation homes when the kids were small, I was a little trepidatious about cooking expectations. As I said to my husband, if I'm making meals for the kids while we're away then it's not a vacation: it's just geography.

When you go on holiday you don't want to think too hard about your next meal; you want to enjoy the decision - relatively quickly - and know there will be food everyone likes. Puerto Morelos is awash with amazing places to eat. You'll have a tough time deciding. But if you're one of our bigger groups of 10-16 people, eating out can get to be expensive and logistically challenging. Plus, sometimes you just want to have a meal by the pool!

What better way to enjoy the most amazing regional dishes, relaxing at home, with no mess or fuss or effort, than to have Nina cook you dinner? Nina is famous among our guests for making delicious meals for the smallest to the largest of groups, using fresh ingredients, incredible variety, and traditional local methods. Her rates are incredibly reasonable and she adds them to the cost of groceries. Not only will you be thrilled with her culinary offerings, but you'll be incredibly pleased with the cost to feed your clan.

And since Nina can also make breakfasts and lunches, there's never a need to lift a finger at Casa Del Sol.

That's my kind of vacation.

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02/09/2024

Okay, so I'm not what you might call a "sports enthusiast". I don't follow any teams, I have virtually no clue as to what the rules are with football, soccer, and even hockey. But I do know when to tune in for a good game. And so do a lot of our guests.

While almost every minute you're here will be spent out enjoying the gorgeous infinity pool, lazing on the expansive verandas, chilling on the warm beach, and exploring the beautiful town of Puerto Morelos, there are a few hours on your vacation when you might just want to watch that all important game.

At Casa Del Sol you can have it all. Taking a vacation should never mean missing out.

Come watch the game with us (Expat TV means almost ALL of the games...even cricket!).

You just have to get here.

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19/08/2024

I always think of April and May as being lovely spring months with budding flowers and the beginning of warm days. But, really, that's not always the case, is it? Often, the winter just doesn't want to let go. Cold gusts and days of rain seem to linger between those slightly longer days that have just a little more sun.

For over 10 years my husband and I have spent the last week in April in the Mayan Riviera. We love that we leave home while winter is still playing with us, and arrive home fast forwarded by a week into less of the bad and more of the good.

And Puerto Morelos is so amazing in those months. It's not as crowded, and the ocean, pool, and breezes are that little bit warmer, while the heat of summer hasn't settled in yet.

March may have been scooped up but there are two weeks each in April and May for you to consider. I invite you to fast forward to Spring at Casa Del Sol. You won't regret it!

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09/08/2024

By the time March rolls around, I'm sick to death of the chilly air, dreary skies, and leafless trees. I know you folks feel the same way or we wouldn't be fully booked all winter every year (even 2026 is nearly gone)!

But once in a very blue moon we have a cancellation come up for one of those coveted weeks of winter.

So here is is - March 15-22, 2025 - open for booking. We can fit up to 14 adults in king beds, plus 2 kids in bunk beds, (plus infants) and all with ensuite bathrooms! So get the gang together and come on down!

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02/08/2024

When I got my first credit card bill, I made the mistake of only paying the "minimum payment" required. Needless to say, I quickly learned never to carry a balance. There was no way I could afford those interest charges on my meagre salary.

Nowadays, with online payment systems charging us just to use the card, we haven't had a lot of interest from our guests to pay that way. Until now.

It turns out that there is a way where fees can work in your favour (according to one of my very clever guests). Having looked into the benefits of the credit card she was using, she realized that, by paying with her card, she could forgo purchasing travel insurance separately.

According to Forbes, the cost of travel insurance can run you 4%-6% of your total trip cost, and that's for fairly basic insurance, and it doesn't include added premiums charged for being a "senior".

So, long story short, you can now use your credit card to book your stay at Casa Del Sol!

(PS: We're using Stripe to offer this option, and their fee is 4%. )

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26/07/2024

I'll share with you how we start our days when we stay at Casa Del Sol.

First, we watch the sun come up while enjoying our morning coffee.

Next, just before 9:30, we grab a couple of the yoga mats, hop on our bikes and ride the three minutes over to Mina's shala where, with a few other beginners, we participate in an hour of gentle, calming yoga, under the shade of the palapa and feeling the cool tropical breeze through the screens.

Sufficiently Zen, we make our way back and, within minutes, we are sitting by the pool in our bathing suits, relaxed and ready for a day with friends and family.

For those of our guests who may want the view of the ocean to be part of their yoga experience, Mina will come to Casa Del Sol and lead you through a private class, geared to your needs and abilities, either on the pool deck or in the shade of the second floor verandah.

Finding your peace has never been easier. It's right here, at Casa Del Sol.

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19/07/2024

Sharing the beauty of Casa Del Sol, and the wonderful town of Puerto Morelos, brings me such joy.
I love it when people arrive for the first time and walk into the house to find the window wall wide open, the pool and the ocean visible from the front door.
I love it when they look out over the beach and marvel at the waves cresting over the reef in the distance.
I love it when, on their first night, they look up to see the clear sky, the bright stars, and a beautiful moon.
And I really love it when they see their first sunrise; the quiet of the morning, the awe at the multitude of colours spread over the sea and the pool.

I'm lucky to have guests who share these amazing experiences with me and send me the moments they've captured, moments they can share with others and that sustain them while they wait to return.

This beautiful moment in particular was captured by Tim A. As a thank you for sharing it with us, Tim, when you next return, Nina, our wonderful local chef, will make you and your group an amazing regional meal, with my compliments!

Send me your photos, folks and, if I feature yours, I'll ask Nina to do the same for you!

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14/07/2024

Puerto Morelos is a beautiful, laid back little town, and getting around is a breeze. You can walk down the road, amble along the beach, or take one of our beautiful new bikes and explore.

Living in an area with lots of hills, I'm never too excited by the prospect of hopping on a bike. But when I'm at Casa del Sol, it's my favourite means of transport. And I know I'm not alone in this. Biking around Puerto Morelos is a joy.
Why? Well, let's start with the fact that all the roads are FLAT. That's maybe reason enough, but then it's also such a short ride into town (or to yoga). Plus, it's super handy if you need a few groceries. And it's perfect if you end up having a margarita or two at lunch.

Even better, on our brand new bikes there are no gears to fiddle with, there are big baskets on the back, and we have children's bike seats to attach, if you need them.

Of course, let's not forget our gorgeous new Radio Flyer wagon (with detachable sun canopy) for those jaunts into town, on foot, with your littlest ones. And on those late evening returns from dinner when you really (really) don't want to be carrying toddlers, pop them in there for an easy walk home (or you could even use one of our strollers).

No matter how you choose to get around, holidays at Casa Del Sol couldn't be easier.

You just need to get here.

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06/07/2024

In the few years I've owned Casa Del Sol, we haven't once had a hurricane come through. So this was my first and I sure learned a lot about what it takes to prepare for one.

In the days leading up to the arrival of Hurricane Beryl, Roberto worked tirelessly with Enrique, Adrian, and Alex, to get Casa Del Sol ready for the worst. They put away all the outdoor furniture, the toys, and the kayaks, and then, once we knew she was coming right at us, they got the hurricane tarps up on all our windows and doors. This is no easy task. It involves installing large eyelets into the walls and floors around each opening, then hooking and strapping down each heavy tarp. Without these, our beautiful open view of the ocean ceases to be a blessing and instead becomes a liability.

After the tarps, came the task of strapping down the solar panels so they didn't become projectiles, heading off to damage someone else's home. Again, big eyelets drilled into concrete, and thick straps across multiple panels.

Preparing for a hurricane at Casa Del Sol is a gargantuan task but, thankfully, not a regular occurrence. We made it through unscathed and we have Roberto and the guys to thank for it. ❤️

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29/06/2024

Holidays in Mexico are all about the sun. We book Casa Del Sol to watch the sun rise, to bask in it, to see it glinting off the pristine ocean, and to cool off from its rays in the clear blue water of the infinity pool.

But what about the moon? Why don't we talk about those gorgeous nights when the moon is high, the breeze is coming in off the water, and you're bathing in the beauty of its light? Those nights when your eyes are drawn only to its reflection on the water.

The moon deserves some praise.

Enviando amor a la luna!!

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22/06/2024

When people ask me where my favourite vacation place is, I tell them it's Casa Del Sol. And almost always they ask me why that is.

Where do I start? Do I rave about the infinity pool overlooking the ocean? The king beds in every room? The wonderful town, people, and restaurants? Do I describe what it's like to spend a glorious, sunny day on the pool deck? Or enjoy drinks with your favourite people, up on the third floor terrace as the sun sets? Do I talk about my amazing team and how hard they work to make every stay flawless? Or the quick 20 minute ride to our door from the airport?

In the end it's this; this picture says it all.

Peace, beauty, comfort = joy.

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14/06/2024

Casa Del Sol has no trouble standing out in a crowd. Our beachfront location, our ability to host large groups, our stunning pool, and our wonderful staff, all mean we rise above the rest.

But this isn't the only reason why people return year after year. It's also because of our connections with our local friends and their services, helping to make every aspect of your stay so ridiculously easy, that you don't have to lift a finger...except for the ones involved in typing the words "we want to book".

Today we're featuring one of these amazing people (with more to come).

: For over 8 years, Tomás has been taking the guests at Casa Del Sol on amazing adventures. No need to pre-book anything, since he will pop by the day after you arrive to see if you have any tours you'd like to do, or make suggestions if you're not sure. (And if you're planning on being a vegetable all week then he'll give you a high five and see you next time!)
Tomás can set you up with snorkelling the reef, sea fishing, scuba diving, swimming with whale sharks, local attractions (with amazing discounts), and of course, those beautiful cenotes. And the best part is that you can be sure of a truly memorable experience that is secure and well run. Tomás personally tries every single outing before recommending.

So really, all you have to do is book your stay, pack, and get here. How hard is that?

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07/06/2024

This morning my brain left my bed about 6.5 minutes before my body did, starting the day with or without me.

At Casa Del Sol, my brain generally does the opposite: it stays in bed while my body gets up. That makes it hard to choose exactly where I should have my coffee on each beautiful, slow, easy, morning.

Maybe this can be Day 3.

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02/06/2024

Reminders are important. Life being what it is, we need reminders for everything: meetings, appointments, events, birthdays, and anniversaries. We even set reminders to remember to remember! The date and time, the where and the when, the who and the how...it's all necessary. But where is that reminder to book some time off? Is it in there? Is there an entry for "BOOK CASA DEL SOL"? If there isn't then there needs to be. How else will you remember to schedule time off?!

Casa Del Sol has dates open in August, September, and October (and one week left at the start of July for you last minute folks). You can book as few as five days in these months and, let's face it, five days is the minimum of what we all need to recharge.

So copy and paste this into your calendar:
BOOK CASA DEL SOL

Helpful, right?

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01/06/2024

Reminders are important. Life being what it is, we need reminders for everything: meetings, appointments, events, birthdays, and anniversaries. We even set reminders to remember to remember! The date and time, the where and the when, the who and the how...it's all necessary. But where is that reminder to book some time off? Is it in there? Is there an entry for "BOOK CASA DEL SOL"? If there isn't then there needs to be. How else will you remember to schedule time off?!

Casa Del Sol has dates open in August, September, and October (and one week left at the start of July for you last minute folks). You can book as few as five days in these months and, let's face it, five days is the minimum of what we all need to recharge.

So copy and paste this into your calendar:
BOOK CASA DEL SOL

Helpful, right?

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30/05/2024

If you've ever wondered what there is to love about Puerto Morelos, then delve into this brilliant exposé from the well-travelled folks at underthepalm.com. Not only do they feature the town's wonderful qualities, the great places to eat, and the fantastic things to do, but they also suggest a fabulous vacation home in which to stay! Casa Del Sol's sister property, Casa Perros Afortunados, is proud to have been included in their excellent recommendations.

Whether you choose the three-bedroom beauty of Casa Perros Afortunados, with its rooftop terrace and plunge pool, or Casa Del Sol - the seven-bedroom, beachfront home with its stunning infinity pool and direct access to the sand and sea - you can be sure of a stay in a home that is purpose-built for making the greatest of memories, in a town that will steal your hearts.

Casa Del Sol & Casa Perros Afortunados, Puerto Morelos, MX




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24/05/2024

So here's how it usually goes:

You all look at the photos of the place you're staying, pretend you're not scoping out the "best room", while secretly devising scenarios in which you might be the occupant of said "best room" without (a) flying in a day early (b) knocking everyone else down in your race to get to it first (c) calling "dibs" before you even pack (horrible behaviour).
And when you don't get your pick? Well, it's not a BIG deal but you do feel a teeny bit disappointed the whole time you're away.
(Especially if you got stuck in the airless room with the lumpy pullout sofa and bathroom down the hall.)

Forget all that. In fact, NEVER think about that again. Because at Casa Del Sol they are ALL the "best room". Seven bedrooms, all with king beds, all with ensuite bathrooms, all with A/C!
EVERY SINGLE ROOM.

Let the vacation begin.

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17/05/2024

Ever tried beach yoga?
Beautiful, yes.
Theoretically zen, for sure.
But it's hard!! Sand moves, it gets on your hands and knees, and heaven help you if it's a little windy and you happen to be in downward dog.

At Casa Del Sol you can elevate your practice (to our pool
deck) and have lead you in an amazing private session... without all the sand.

Save the sand for later.

Casa Del Sol, Puerto Morelos, MX

10/05/2024

Many of you know this seat (intimately). You've sat at this very table with friends or family, listening to the waves or the waterfalls as you enjoyed your breakfast. For those who haven't... what are you waiting for?
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03/05/2024

Breathtaking views are our specialty at Casa Del Sol, Puerto Morelos, MX

26/04/2024

Take your morning coffee to the next level (the 3rd floor terrace!) at Casa Del Sol, Puerto Morelos, MX




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28/09/2023

There's still time to come home to Casa Del Sol.
Now, and in 2024!

19/08/2023

BIG NEWS!!!
(And yes... Here comeS the sun!)😉