Author: Miranda Ortiz

I’m a Mexican Canadian who has been living off the grid in Puerto Morelos for the last 20 years. Like you, I love to travel. I’ve been to places as diverse as Papua New Guinea, Europe, Brazil, Saint Martin & all over Mexico. I have 2 kids and I am a widow to Antonio, the architect who gave life to Aldea Bek. For the last 15 years, I’ve worked assisting couples to achieve natural birth as a doula and health researcher. I even presented at TEDxCancun in 2015. Health maintenance and illness prevention are my twin passions. Since 2016 I assist people with their health challenges with a focus on creating healthy habits that lead to a long health span. I hope to meet interesting people who also like to travel and grow, making the world a smaller place to live.

Giving birth to critical thinking – TEDx Talk Cancun by Miranda Ortiz

Friends and Folks of Puerto Morelos

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Explore some of Aldea Bek’s and Puerto Morelos’s frequently asked questions.

Where can I rent a bike to move around town?

Puerto Morelos is the perfect town to ride a bike, everything is super close and there are many spots to wander around: Punta Brava (a nice more secluded beach on the south part of town), ride through the road that connects the mangrove with the highway or just move around the area in an eco […]

How do I get to the beach?

The beach is really just around the corner from Aldea Bek. Our nearest access is 7 minutes away, super close! The beach located just behind us is a very calm beach, the High School is located in that area so no beach clubs, just palm trees and the blue ocean. If you want to […]

Where are the best Exchange Rate shops to change USD, euros for pesos?

Just 2 blocks away from Aldea Bek you will find an Exchange Shop called San Jorge Casa de Cambio, you can check their conversion rate online> Clic here (you must select your nearest location because the rate may change accordingly) Also you can buy your groceries at Chedraui Supermarket or Oxxo and get a good exchange […]

What is the best time to visit Puerto Morelos?

We are at the Caribbean Sea so we enjoy a tropical climate in this area. There is not so much temperature difference during the year (the average temperature lingers around 83° F – 30°C). January – April This is high season in this area, people from the North Hemisphere come to Puerto Morelos to enjoy […]

Are there any ATMs nearby?

Yes! Just one block away north from Aldea Bek, you will find a big supermarket called Chedraui Selecto. Just get inside and walk to your right, you will find 3 ATMs there. Also 2 blocks away around Puerto Morelos’ Park there is an ATM area > Clic here for exact location

How do I get to Aldea Bek from Cancun Airport?

Getting from Cancun Airport to Puerto Morelos is normally just a 25 minute drive. There many options you can choose from to get to Aldea Bek: Book a private shuttle online: We recommend the services of USA Transfers and you can pay for your ride directly beforehand, their rates are around $80 usd ($1600 pesos) […]

Pecao

Pecao A newer Restaurant that has become a local favorite. It serves mainly seafood with a local flavor and also vegan options available. Find & follow Pecao: Facebook