Playa del Carmen es uno de los sitios más visitados de la Riviera Maya, y en general del sureste mexicano.

Es en sí mismo un foco turístico, pero además se encuentran a su alrededor varios atractivos principalmente relacionados con ecoturismo , turismo de aventura y playas.

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Don’t speak Spanish? No problem! I leave my browser in Spanish (or whatever language the country I am in) so I have to read the language more. It’s a fun game for me, I learn more that way! The title of this post and following translation are from the Playa del Carmen description on Wiki.

Playa del Carmen is one of the most visited sites in the Riviera Maya, and in general of the Mexican southeast. It is in itself a tourist destination, but also are several attractions around mainly related to ecotourism , adventure tourism and beaches.” 

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Yesterday I checked out the beach & 5th Ave where all the travellers, resort & clubs are. Met two babes from Argentina on the beautiful beach and we swam, tanned and had drinks in the sunshine near the hotel above.

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There are so many bars you can get massages at! For the record DO NOT get a massage after a night of drinking. All the toxins will come right out and you will want to put your head in a vice. Trust me, I learned the HARD way.

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Saw a live band @ Fusion bar.

Swam w/ Rodrigo, dreamboat from Argentina. See video below. Yikes! 😉

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Family portrait.

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Saddle bag at the leather shop.

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Say YES to Frogs, Señor.

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Mexican moolah.

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A VW UTE! Man I love the Holden Utes in NZ & Aus. My Uncle & Cuz Matthew drive ’em.

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Cute.

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On my way home I stopped by Reina Roja, house of the Red Queen for some wifi and a Piña colada. I’m planning to book a room  there for one night before I leave. It’s an amazingly sexy, cool place! This is the bar downstairs. Today I check out the rooms and the roof top pool & bar 😉

Travel Tuesday – Playa Please


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The housemates do the Insanity workout each morning so being a keener, I joined in. I love being in Mexico! Didn’t bring workout clothes so my outfit consisted of American Apparel, Toms, and a headband. Yeah,  I’m so super hipster. Textbook.

The workout wasn’t as bad as I thought. Reckon I’m more fit than I give myself credit. It amazes me how productive I am with work and exercise when I am out of Toronto. If I could only channel or bottle that inspiration! Knocked a few things off my list and gonna go exploring & grab a coffee (at Starbucks of all places haha).  Do you know that Playa Please is a Foursquare badge?

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If you’re looking to visit Mexico, check out this link for some great deals!

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Don’t Just Live Each Day, Live it Out Hard

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All I packed/need for seven full days fits into my Rimowa super light suitcase & Nella Bella Melbourne bag. Key to the perfect travel outfit for me is layering. Today I wore a little black cotton dress w/ sheer long skirt, cardigan, tights, heels & a hat. I could feel the warm air when we landed so I ditched the cardigan and tights before I left the plane.

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Found my suitcase in the airplane magazine!

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I promise I’m not a diva. Haha!

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The place I’m staying is a Mexican Melrose Place!

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First meal was tacos as a place called Kool Fish. Shrimp, yum!

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Went for a stroll around town. Pretty quiet. However, it IS Monday. Think it gets a little wilder come weekend. Made plans to party it up on Saturday.

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Had THE BEST Mayan chocolate ice cream.

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This photos is for Mum because she was all like “don’t drink the water”. Look Ma, all is gonna be just fine.

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Ate about 100 of these just now. The Pistachios that is.

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Gonna do the Insanity workout in the AM with the crew at casa Thynk Taynk in the AM then do some work and hit the beach. See y’all tomorrow.

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Flight Bright

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Is it douchey to wear sunnies on the plane? What if it’s so bright it burns your retina and there are heaps of windows open and its really sunny? And you wanna use your gadgets? Whatever. After napping for two hours with heaps of turbulence, glasses seemed like the natural thing to do.

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Pretty warm here!

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Here We Go Again

Good morning from Pearson airport Gate 272. Boarding shortly to Cancun via Houston. Haven’t been to either of those airports before so thats kinda rad. I love discovering new territory.

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Was a bit surprised on how warm it was this morning in TO. I’m totally ok if there is still no snow when I get back next week.

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Feeling a bit exhausted from a really fun weekend. Yesterday I did nothing but watch movies w/ Sammy and eat takeout. This week is gonna be so relaxing. I can’t wait. T-8 hours till I’m beside the ocean.

See y’all in Houston.

<3 CASIE


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Weekend Tune: “I Feel It All” by Feist

It’s December now! Whhhaaaaaaaaattt?! Yeah. I know. Crazy. Get ready for the snow and cold everybody (unless you’re somewhere sunny in which case enjoy the sun you lucky duck)! Luckily for us there are also weekends in December! So here’s our very first December weekend tune!

Just this past Thursday night Feist played Toronto’s Massey Hall and I was oh so excited to be there. She played a bunch of her new album Metals as well as a hearty handful of her older well loved songs. About one thrid into her set a bunch of people got on stage to dance along, including myself! After the dance party was over people started to leave the stage but Feist said we could stay and chill if we wanted to, so for the rest of the show a bunch of us sat down on stage around Feist and her band campfire style! I still get goosebumps just thinking about it! Crazy right?

The entire night made me feel…well… it made me feel it all! So here’s Feist with “I Feel It All”! Feel free to dance along!

Enjoy!
xo Kate

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Live each day to the funnest.

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Nella Bella Sample Sale RIGHT NOW!

My friends at Nella Bella are totally lovely and they welcome you to stop by today. They’re at Richmond & Spadina, you have until 6pm. Go treat yourself to something new! I got these yesterday when I popped in for a visit. The black bag on the left is the Kiev and it fits my Macbook Air, iPad & camera. Cute & convenient! Enjoy the day 🙂

Helloooo Holiday Season!

What a way to start December, two holiday parties in one night!!

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Just left the High Road party at Airship 37 and in taxi to Mod Club for SAY Media’s event. Was so great to catch up with my bestir Keri. Strapless suede dress is vintage from CTS Queen.

Have a safe & happy night!
<3 CASIE

BizMedia Movember – Casie Stewart Dedication Video

I made a donation. Then I got this. It will either make you feel sexy or creepy.  The more times you watch the better. Make your own donation at mobro.co/bizmedia. SFW but not safe for kids. haha! Enjoy! Thanks Andrew & BizMedia. ILU xo

The official Movember Toronto Gala is tomorrow night at Koolhaus. I’m a judge in the ‘Best Mo in Character’ category. Third year as a judge! Get a ticket here & come dressed up. Party starts at 8pm!

If you ever wanna make some kind of dedication video to me, I doubt you will be creepier than this. I’d love it. 😛

Spin around in a world of fashion, tech & glitter for one day.

First stop today was Sherway Gardens with Barbie. I got a Fousqaure “Mall Rat” badge (shame!) cause I’ve been to five malls. Ok, that’s not really bad. If you get to ten you get another badge. I’m not much of a mall-goer anymore so it’s especially exciting to do a couple laps during the holidays. Love the decorations, the tree and today I even saw Santa. Got a new hard drive to back up my Macbook Air baby, James Dean.  Technology is so stylish.

Today I fact checked something about my life from this post. It was about ten days ago but I could not for the life of me remember. New app Diptic lets me do cool things with photos like make them into the four below. This other app I downloaded is 360 Panoramic, check out this I made in the dressing room. Might just be my new fav thing (of the week).

I don’t have the option to embed the 360 but here’s a screenshot. If you click either image the real 360 pano will open in a new window and you can have a full spin around. Pretty neat app! It’s $.99 at the corner store. Nerd candy.

First outfit is what I wore today, black lace bottom dress from Bicyclette, skully cardigan from somewhere and leopard hat from H&M. At StyleExchange I got this heart sweater, leopard sheer number was too big, loved the sleeveless chiffon button down.

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Got this darling holiday sweater at CTS, my fav spot, I’m Mayor on 4sq. They are now on Twitter! Follow @CTS_Queen. Posted a cool artice/vid from BBC about Toronto’s booming & competitive vintage scene. They finish with the Deadly Nightshades all girl bike gang. Pretty awesome & two things I love, bikes & vintage.

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Barbie was getting all ready for a trip back to the homeland for the holidays and she was trying on all kinda of beautiful saris today. I dressed up in one before, so pretty.

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When I got home the sun was setting so very beautifully on the lake.

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So bright!

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Meeting Shan downstairs for a beer. Haven’t seen her in ages. Making an effort for have real face time with friends this holiday season. Time is the most special gift of all.

Talk to me MO Daddio.

<3

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Shann and I are at the Fox on Fort York and its the last night of Movember. Gala is Friday. If you come in tonight an donate $5 to Adam (friend/owner) you get Burt Reynolds shot for $2!

Save a horse, ride a mustache.


Movember!!

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Sent from iPhone! <3 CASIE

I love my life too.

Love Terry’s blog & life.

Love that next week I will be back on the beach.

Love Keeking and being a dork. Clearly I don’t remember know ALL the words but whatever. Tonight Lauren and I are heading to our old work, MuchMusic for Live at Much Foster The People. Did some work with FTP & Pink Mafia earlier this year so will be rad to see them live. I’ll do a little Keek for ya from the show.

Brown Barbie and I went to the mall this morning and I took about 100 pix that you can see on ma Twitta. Picked up a terabyte drive so I can finally dump the 256,000 photos from my Macbook. It’s amazing how many photos one blog girl takes.

In other news, I got the newest Dance Central game for XBOX Kinect and I’m gonna play the sh!t out of it when I get home from MuchMusic. Enjoy the day! Byeee!

At least we will be safe in a fire.


This is only a test.

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Where should I work today? It’s fire alarm testing day so working from home is not recommended (trust me). Since the weather is kinda blah I was thinking about hitting the PATH (Toronto’s underground walkway/mall) and checking out holiday stuff. I’m fully equipped with my own wifi hotspot (Thanks Telus!) so I can set up shop pretty much anywhere. Once I get dressed and out the door of course…

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I’m ready for a downtown adventure. 🙂

<3 CASIE

Travel in Style: Tripit!

I was introduced to the Tripit app last night by a friend who travels heaps. Man, was I ever glad today when I signed up! In two minutes I logged in with Google, forwarded  upcoming itineraries and voila! All my flight info was right there in my phone with flight & contact numbers and more. Having all your info conveniently located in your phone and updated in real time is very stylish. The other best part, it’s FREE!

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Smart Clothes for Smart People

This weekend I was snuggled up on the couch with my computer enjoying some facetime with my TV. Instead of leaving the house (for anything) decided it was a great idea to browse a few of my fav sites in search of deals. YAY CYBER WEEK!

Recently, Mark’s reintroduced online shopping, so, inorder to let you know how easy it is to order, I made a few purchases myself. Last year I got a Denver Hayes super soft cardigan and it’s been all around the world and back. I’ve worn it heaps so I ordered myself this soft drape cardigan in dark olive. To match my eyes of course!

The process was super easy and I received an order confirmation by email soon as the order was placed. Shipping is free until the end of the year so get your orders in. They’ve got a bunch of gifts under $30 like really warm socks, slippers, fur hats and yes, a snowball thrower. I picked up a few other little things but can’t say what since my sister and Mum are regular readers 😉

 

If you make a purchase before the end of November you can be entered to win your entire shopping cart. Visit marks.com for detals & deals. Happy shopping!

If you make a purchase before the end of November you’ll be entered to win your entire shopping cart.

 

More over clouds, Little Miss is here.

Ew, this rain is gross. I saw it might be rainy for a few days so I went into my pile of photos from Costa Rica to warm things up a little.  Enjoy!

Nulayer’s New Apps

 On Thursday Sam & I met up with Lauren at Thrush Holmes Empire Gallery for the launch of two apps from Toronto based dev company Nulayer. Nulayer, was called the “App Kings” on the cover of Toronto Life’s 2011 Money Issue, and they were celebrating the launch of two new apps (Toronto Star and TheScore).

One of the things I love about the company is the tag line “we build software with our bare hands“. Thanks for the invite Esther, always nice to see you!

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Sam is wearing waxed Nudies & vintage from CTS. I’m wearing AA black scoop neck & re-modelled vintage from F As In Frank, Queen West, Hamilton watch, Secret FW 2011 blue tights.

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PHOTO CRED:  chocolate bar + photo of Esther & I by Joel Di Giacomo, Sam & I by Jannick Laurent, the rest, my iPhone

 

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  • Found it! Unopened and ready to play. So many new/good songs. #kinect #dancecentral http://t.co/fk9LTgy5 #
  • Found so many good things when I cleaned my room: Burger/beer/gas/jukari/gift cards http://t.co/1RbBe4Sw #
  • Photo: First competition ballet solo, age 9, The Clown (Taken with instagram) http://t.co/kqJ2uwzO #
  • Morning http://t.co/gRmSZi8V #
  • It's amazing how great of a sleep you can have when your bed isn't 60% clothes! #
  • Photo: Casie’s Cameras http://t.co/3j4fDnrv #
  • i ordered a pair or barbie doll hand earrings #
  • URGHHHHH RT @melissagrelo: Confirmed from City Hall: property tax increase by 2.5% in 2012. #
  • Have you seen this yet? I posted last week. So good. RT @AdFreak: The gay-marriage spot that has Australia talking. http://t.co/cFWhIfc0 #
  • Look out world here I come….: It’s been just over a week since I had brekky… http://t.co/RssiFlj5 #thisismylife #
  • dang thats a long do http://t.co/fM38hEst #
  • yall are gonna have mad heart attacks, let's talk about bacon a little more ok? http://t.co/JjQfTY88 #
  • RT @TechCrunch: How To Get A Job At A Startup If You Have No Skills http://t.co/SOxS1vFd by @justinkan #
  • Whoa! Trying this! RT @TechCrunch: New Siri Hack Will Start Your Car If You Ask Nicely http://t.co/avAit9k9 by @chrisvelazco #
  • Team http://t.co/1sPrfv7t http://t.co/vUiICpNT #
  • Work date w/ @katekillet. (@ SPoT Coffee w/ 3 others) [pic]: http://t.co/ShxM7WWm #
  • New #DODOCASE for Andy http://t.co/Sgf3cvRg #
  • Urban lumberjackie http://t.co/klvFlcb1 #
  • need a makeup artist for a shoot Wednesday. i know i have a friend who is one but i can't remember right now! #
  • what's a good gift for Dad's 60th tomorrow? #
  • Suggestions on where (online) to make a nice PDF press kit for download? #
  • see that last tweet? ya 200%! interested in getting into http://t.co/1sPrfv7t holiday gift guide/contests email http://t.co/HE7TnYet 😉 #
  • "Visitors referred by a fashion magazine or blogger drive a 200% higher conversion rate than visitors driven by… http://t.co/RK2TRA0d #
  • Kate and I are cooking up some seriously delicious plans for 2012. #cryptictweet #
  • i went a little crazy on the online shopping this weekend. i kinda forget what i ordered. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO CASIE. #
  • At the bank – #CIBC 360! http://t.co/jMo0bN3c #
  • Well, I decided to go for it. #
  • Next week Playa del Carmen, the Mayan Riviera and then down south to Tulum. #
  • RE: Done. Booked it.  http://t.co/ErUugN5K #
  • Video: @katekillet:This is your new favourite song. You’re welcome. http://t.co/wCqlSDT3 #
  • Project Overview for Proposed Collaboration? yes, please. #
  • yay @mileycyrus! #
  • #Toronto @Movember Gala is FRIDAY! Dec. 2 @ http://t.co/nn1h63xl #Movember #MoPartyoftheYear #
  • do the wiggle now #
  • Heading to #INFOBAHN w/ @katekillet to see @MissVOCAB @JusRandy for cocktail hour. #work #
  • Mo Gala Friday! Support them Bro's with teh MOs! http://t.co/Sthhn3Wn #
  • Office dress code manual feat @katekillet. #work http://t.co/bFTedpbW #
  • Are these new rails? #kingwest http://t.co/jHkvB1rQ #
  • Me loves @zlistcom & @mickeyave!!! Cant wait to party with them this Wednesday @CobraNightclub!!! #Toronto quot; #
  • Good balloon idea @missvocab 😉 #infobahn http://t.co/4B6Dj43L #
  • fashion food “@trendhunter: The average woman will eat 4 pounds of lipstick in her lifetime. http://t.co/y8RfwoYo #Fashion

In CASE you didn’t know, Kate has a blog too.

Have you checked Kate’s blog katekillet.com? It’s full of tasty blog snacks w/ musical flavour. She’s the Queen of Music at casiestewart.com who started as an intern in March and is now my PA who helps with all kinds of things.

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Kate and I met when we both worked for MuchMusic & MTV Canada then I snagged her to work with me! She covers events I can’t attend, joins me to snap pix and helps me accomplish a super-human amount of tasks in a day (like today). She also has good style.

Kate picks & posts the weekly tune here each Friday (Weekend tunes). She’s all up on what’s new & cool in music (hence why I hired her) but if you have something so hip not even the hipsters know about it, send her a Tweet.  If you see Kate at an event say HI! You will love her.

Toady she introduced me to the Florence cover of Take Care by Drake & Riri. So good. THANK YOU!

Toronto Fashion Week: LABEL S/S 2012

The LABEL spring/summer 2012 showing happened in the studio, and was definitely a breath of fresh air and the perfect collection for spring. The palette was very neutral, with whites, grays, lavenders, pinks, hints of teal, and some black.

Every single piece that walked down the small runway I would wear in a heartbeat, and a similar consensus formed with the people around me: any girl could wear these clothes and be effortlessly chic!

All the designs and cuts were beautiful, and could be easily dressed up or down with the right accessories. The models showed off cute organic statement necklaces; geometric wooden blocks, wooden cuffs. The whole show was very natural and fresh.

Tree branches marked the runway and models stood on rock pedestals after their walk. At some point through the show I was just envisioning myself strolling alongside a river bank, wearing all the pieces!

The movement and lightness of the whole collection was just so spot on, kudos to Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk! My favourites include the V-back LBD (the sheer and fringe were a wonderful surprise), the two-toned bodysuit-lavender maxi ensemble, and the pink drawstring dress with cut-out shoulders.

x Carrie

Look out world here I come….

It’s been just over a week since I had brekky with this little guy in Montezuma, Costa Rica. I had an amazing trip filled with great people, random adventures and stepping off the beaten path. Been chatting Bruce, CEO & founder of G Adventuresthe last couple days about entering his contest to be the face of G Adventures. I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to be part of the G Adventures Team. Check out this little ditty featuring the G Adventures team all over the world.

I’m gonna make my vid about my awesome trip to Costa Rica but, since I got back I’ve been thinking about what to do and where to go next. I’ve been invited to a friends beach side house in Cancun to visit Mayan Ruins and have an adventure. I’d be leaving next week for about five days…hmmmmm. Naturally, Mum gave me a bunch of reasons why I should chill but it’s a good price and I’m thinking about it quite seriously.

Take a look at some pix of where I would be… what would you do?

I think I should just go. I’d deciding today. I want to explore. I AM NOT A TOURIST!

Do you know how to have fun?

We sure do. Last nights Rebel Bingo was a hell of a good time. Thanks to everyone who came out. Will have official photos soon. Here’s my first hand iPhone recap 🙂

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Nice little Saturday

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Weekend Tune: “212” by Azealia Banks ft. Lazy Jay

Friday! You ready to party? I bet you’re more than ready. I bet you’re like “If only there was a song to kick off this weekend because I’m oh so excited and ready to party…” This is why you need me. This is why we’re friends. Let me help you out okay?

Ladies and gentlemen I bring you “212” by Azealia Banks ft Lazy Jay. Warning: This girl looks sweet but she’s got a dirty mouth. Don’t let the braids and Mickey Mouse sweater fool you.

It’s no surprise that she topped this year’s NME Cool List, this 20-year-old Harlem, NYC girl can’t help but be the coolest. Did I mention that she can also sing? Yeah. Just listen to her cover of Interpol’s “Slow Hands”. Impressive stuff right?

Now if you can please excuse me I’m going to continue playing “212” on repeat because duh.

Enjoy!
xo Kate