An Expat Talks about Moving to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Playa del Carmen

What type of housing do you live in? Is this typical for most expats in your area?

A typical expat home or apartment in Playa del Carmen is likely to be a modern and spacious apartment with air-conditioning, and possibly access to a swimming pool and gym. The area is known for its upscale condos, villas and beach homes, which often come equipped with luxurious amenities like marble floors and balconies to take in the view of the beach. With so many popular clubs, restaurants and beachfront activities, living in Playa del Carmen also makes it easy to mingle with people from around the world.