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A much looked-for beach restoration plan started in late January in Playa del Carmen, Mexico has been completed slightly ahead of schedule much to the delight of beachgoers and tourists.

Over the last 20 years Playa del Carmen has found itself in a regular seasonal path of a number of tropical storms and hurricanes which have battered the wide beaches in the area. The plan which has enhanced approximately 2.5 miles of seashore was finished this preceding week, February 18th, 2010.

The restoration required approximately 2.6 billion cubic feet of sand that was dredged from the ocean seafloor offshore from the seashore. Environmental analyses were done furthermore measures are being taken to ensure the encompassing area and delicate reefs won’t be adversely affected.

The government sponsored program was on the expeditious path and was completed ahead of schedule. This particular part of beach in Playa del Carmen is very popular and the aim was to complete the project in an effective and proficient approach, mission accomplished.

The clear news for tourists to the area may be a come back near what numerous have recalled from past visits, incredibly spacious and white sandy seashores. The beach renovation makes Playa del Carmen?s hottest beach at 5-10 times the width of what it was subject to the section. For those who have been to Playa del Carmen this is the area from the main ferry dock toward Cozumel to the north automobile ferryboat dock, in the vicinity of Avenue Constituentes and immediately beyond. This section of sand is the most popular beach area as well as has the biggest concentration of Playa del Carmen hotels and condos and is easily utilized from the famous 5th Avenue walking mall.

Playa del Carmen resorts and booking agencies alike are overjoyed about the new beach as it gives visitors a lot of space to move now. We chatted with Chuck Ball the owner of Turquoise Reef Group; ?Before the beach improvements we definitely heard numerous complaints about the shrinking beaches of Playa del Carmen and we have already received some positive feedback from recently returning clients?

In addition to the wider beaches the mission included two new small boat docks which will significantly enhance access to the areas rich waters and improve the appearance for the beaches. Previously many small boats are simply tied off from the beach.

After an individual inspection of the beaches on February 16th, 2010 the bulk of the work has already been completed and it is a dramatic distinction. There’s now plenty of room on the beaches for just hanging out or playing games, it really is a nice improvement. If you’d like to see a video of the new and improved Playa del Carmen beaches, try a search on YouTube under ?Playa del Carmen beach restoration?

The beaches have continuously been distinguished in Playa del Carmen, but they merely received a nice facelift with a little human involvement. There?s no revealing how long the new sand will last, but officials are hopeful it will be at least another 20 years before they have to do it again. Let’s hope Mother Nature agrees!

Ron Williams is a freelance travel writer specializing in information about Playa del Carmen Hotels , Playa del Carmen Travel Deals and life on the Yucatan Peninsula. If you are planning a trip to the Yucatan or the Tulum area feel free to contact Ron directly.

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