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Sticky Read this first: Welcome to the Playa del Carmen forum!
by TripAdvisor_Forum_Support
05 April 2008
Daft question?
by lynznpete
17:19
3 replies
Need transfer? QTS is the one!
by Bondybeachbaby
17:04
no replies
live viva azteca
by shermie
16:18
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Secrets Maroma Beach or Royal Hideaway Playacar?
by karenpEdinburgh
15:07
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Riu tequila playacar
by royanne
14:22
11 replies
Which is better Mayan resort ?
by sasha064
12:37
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Are there many black tourists in RM or PDC?
by seseankoma
12:29
28 replies
Hotel Suggestion for Single Traveler in Playa
by Bayfind72
12:27
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Suggestions for Wedding Vow Renewal Item
by SLN23
11:49
2 replies
going to mexico: dollars or pesos?
by Aryelle H
10:12
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Torn between choosing the VIM or the Royal for Honeymoon
by Donna C
8:22
7 replies
Leaving in the AM for Secrets Capri
by dawnsdlite
7:35
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Valentin Imperial Maya VIM-Entertainment Team
by Victoriabound
7:22
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Grand Sunset Princess and Grand Riviera Princess
by 26ten
7:16
12 replies
What's so special about Playa del Carmen?
by K_0_0_z
6:38
31 replies
the "is mexico safe to visit" issue
by bevrobert
6:32
25 replies
Rooms are dated?
by Uketanman
6:30
20 replies
Xel ha / Xcaret
by danny2156
6:27
8 replies
Glad I decided to take it....
by zoeyboey
6:23
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