A new project from the State government of Yucatan is to build a new high-speed train connecting major points along the Yucatan Peninsula, focused on tourism purposes, and also offering a new benefit to Yucatan real estate owners, as well as those in Playa del Carmen and in Campeche, which are the long-term start and end points of the route.

As a favorite for Americans who choose to live in Mexico, Playa del Carmen’s history draws attention to how quickly this area has become a top retirement destinations.  50 years ago, the only retirees in Playa del Carmen may have been a few fishermen, enjoying retirement on one of the world’s finest beaches decades before it was discovered by the outside world.  Now Playa del Carmen real estate is home to as many as 5000 retirees living in the area.  At the end of July, 2010, a key event in this progross was celebrated – 17 years from the date it gained official status as a separate municipality.

The Playa del Carmen Real Estate industry is closely tied to its sister industry – tourism. In Playa del Carmen, both are currently thriving and becoming favorites for Americans and Canadians, not only within Mexico, but on an international level. Many of the services and benefits property owners in Playa del Carmen enjoy stem from the heavy investment in tourism infrastructure, and in turn the tourism industry provides excellent opportunities for real estate investment.

Two factors to consider when buying Playa del Carmen Real Estate are the investment value of the property – how will the property value change over the years? - and the quality of life in the area chosen. There is no doubt that property value is closely tied into the quality of life, which points back to the number one rule in real estate; location. Location determines the quality of life, and the probability of future maintenance and improvement of quality of life. Playa del Carmen can boast an superb location, and, as a result, has shown impressive results in lifestyle for real estate buyers.

It was indeed a pleasure to be invited to one of the long awaited events in the Playa del Carmen Condos market.  The event was held last Thursday evening in Playa’s newest gated community that will include a brand new Nick Price PGA golf course, that is currently being constructed. It was a very well elegantly planned and larger than expected. There had to be at least 500 people of combined owners, real estate agents and other VIP’s.  Truly a top event for any Mexico real estate project from any region.

In addition to the 100 miles of wide, soft, white beaches for which the area is famous, Playa del Carmen Real Estate also draws property buyers with its many other natural beauties. One of these is the Mesoamerican Reef, which is a rare beauty and can be an awe-inspiring site for those who have the opportunity to see it; this reef may soon be included an a Marine Environmental Protection Program to ensure that the reef's incredibly diverse eco-system remains in tact.

When contemplating a property on the ocean, most buyers will consider a Playa del Carmen beachfront condo as a top pick, and this is with good reason. Playa del Carmen Condos are located on a beachfront that is constantly chosen as one of the best on an international level. With a recently project to widen the beaches, excellent infrastructure development, and a lifestyle that blends many activities for day to day life with a unique European atmosphere, even Playa del Carmen Luxury Condos are well priced compared to similar options in locations that have provide a similar level of lifestyle.

From time to time a discount will pop up in the Playa del Carmen Real Estate market.

Playa del Carmen Real Estate has been supported through the last decade by a solid tourism industry and the steps taken by various politicians to ensure that the area presents an attractive option for international investors and home buyers.  As a consequence of these factors, the Playa del Carmen Real Estate market continues to be supported by improved and expanded infrastructure, top-quality services such as health care, and excellent stores, both Mexican and international, providing a wide range of products at excellent prices.  While the business and investment environment has been ideal, this environment has also received the necessary support of political policies.

Over the past decade, the real estate market in Playa del Carmen has grown substantially, providing many excellent investment and residential opportunities. Playa del Carmen Home, condo and land options have become available to buyers of many different tastes, with one main feature in common: a high quality beachfront lifestyle. Over the next decade, this growth is expected to continue, and further Playa del Carmen Properties will become available to buyers who want the best of beachfront living. While this growth continues, Playa del Carmen has also shown an incredible ability to preserver it's unique small town atmosphere, blended with European style.

Perhaps you are considering buying a luxury condo on the Mexico beachfront, and you are wondering what sets Playa del Carmen Luxury Condos apart from the others – there are dozens, if not hundreds of beautiful beachfront towns in Mexico. This is certainly true, but as a discerning buyer looking for luxury, why would you settle for very good, when you can have the best? This is, in fact, what Playa del Carmen Real Estate offers. While there are many excellent condos on amazing beaches in Mexico, a Playa del Carmen Condo doesn't give you amazing beaches, it gives you the best life on the beach.