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Living in Playa del Carmen

Turquoise Caribbean water, cenotes and a big nomad scene.

Weather

January / July average: 24°C / 28°C
Sunny days a year: 260
Best time for a trial stay: November to April

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $$ A bit cheaper
Language: Spanish; English widely spoken

Warm wintersBeachNightlifeRemote-work hubLower cost

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Try it first: Cenote swims and Caribbean beaches

Live like a local for a few weeks before you decide.

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