Cozumel News February 5, 2015 ; The New Cozumel Ferries are here! Cozumel Carnival 2015 Children’s Costume Contest, Mountaineer Michel Pesquera in Cozumel, Cozumel Carnival 2015 Royalty Elected and in Aurita’s Corner a Thank you and update on The Kings Day Project.
The New Cozumel Ferries are here!
“Barcos Caribe” really exists, they are shiny and new and parked at the pier. I still have not encountered any official and final information, but here is what was printed in Por Esto recently:
The start day is to be February 15th. Their cost is to be 20 to 25% cheaper than the competition.
The advertised fare of $69 pesos is for all residents of Quintana Roo, to help encourage travel to and from Cozumel to the rest of the State.
The ships have a capacity of 397 passengers and 375 passengers.
The trip to Playa will only take 30 minutes.
Tourists will pay 20 to 25% less than they currently pay the two other companies. I hope that this will bring in more tourists from Playa.
They are adding trips during times that the other companies are not covering.
They keep referring to the proof of residency as the Voter card, I hope that our Residency card will be allowed as it is in other things. No mention of a Plan Locale type card. I will keep you informed, as more information is made available.
Cozumel Carnival 2015 Children’s Costume Contest
As part of the carnival activities, the Municipal Government through the Organizing Committee makes a cordial invitation for infants from birth to age 12 participate in the costume contest in 31 different categories and types that are will be held next February 13.
City Director of Education, Luis Felipe Tello Herrera said that one of the contests he enjoys most is the community in which children participate dressed in various costumes, cartoon characters, mythology and fantasy, etc. that make them look spectacular.
This competition is divided into three categories : “Maternal” for babies under three years; “Kinder” for infants from three to six years, and “Primary” for children from six to 12 years in the categories of “Individual” and “couples”.
He explained that those interested may register at the office of the Directorate of Education in the upper level of Plaza del Sol in Colonia Centro. Parents or guardians must fill some forms and be informed of the terms of this competition. Competition will be held on February 13 starting at 10:00 a.m. at “Moby Dick”.
He said that the competitor can complement their performance with a musical theme. They must submit a CD with the recording marked with the name of the disguise or group that can be identified by the sound operator. Tello Herrera said that competitors sometimes require transportation on a cart, which must also be adorned, as it will be considered as part of the costume.
He stressed that the judges will be composed of individuals with extensive experience in the field,. They will judge based on important concepts such as originality, splendor and glamour. He reported that they would recognize the first three places in each category in its various forms. The names of the contestants will be mentioned on the day of competition and the corresponding prize will be awarded on Wednesday February 18 at the ceremony of the traditional “Burning Juan Carnaval “in Quintana Roo Park.
Mountaineer Michel Pesquera in Cozumel
COZUMEL, January.- 31 Mexican climber Michel Pesquera in Cozumel again, and since his arrival the island is being promoted in social networks through their pictures and comments. In this regard, the Municipal Tourism Director, Juan González Castelán, announced that the outstanding sportsman and creator of “Reto 30 X 30, Cumbre X Cumbre” (“Challenge 30 X 30, Summit X Summit”), enjoyed the pre-carnival party. Castelán González added that besides enjoying the beaches and sites of interest, the Mexican climber also had the opportunity to attend the presentation of candidates for “Reyes de Carnaval” in his stage costume. Because of his popularity in the social media, the presence of Cozumel was strengthened in social networks since his arrival. Michel Pesquera arrived last January 22 and accompanied by experts took the opportunity to conduct a flight over the island where captured the natural beauty of Cozumel from above in pictures.
Cozumel Carnival 2015 Royalty Elected
After a close race Ana Paula de la Torre Cámara & Gabriel Jesús Espinosa Arévalo, were elected as maximum sovereign of Carnival 2015 on February 1st. The Great Night of Voting, was headed by the Mayor, Fredy Marrufo Martin and his wife, Mrs. Gina Ruiz de Marrufo at entertainment Center Moby Dick. Here are photographs of the spectacular show:
Aurita’s Corner:
Yes, this is my second edition out today! I am still two days behind on the news, so stay with me readers, there is plenty more news coming your way! Here is an update on Kings Day Project (You must see this video). Pictured above is my friend Susan Bonnet and one of her many children’s groups.
On behalf of Susan, here’s a giant THANK YOU for helping fulfill Susan’s wish to keep her King’s Day Projects going while she is in the U.S. Susan is in an intensive therapy care facility right now and, little by little, she’s getting stronger every day. Please keep her in your prayers so we can have her back on the island soon.
