Second-home sales accounted for one-third of US real estate transactions in 2007, which is close to historic norms.

This is one of the findings of a survey released last week by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

Over 1,000 Elvis Presley fans will come to Cozumel this August, on a special cruise dedicated to the original King of rock'n'roll.

The voyage is being organized by Carnival Cruise Lines and and the St. Louis, Mo.-based Elvis Cruise company.

Jerry Schilling, longtime friend and confidante of the late Elvis will host the trip, which is officially licensed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.

The pros and cons of a new nature reserve in Cozumel were debated at a public 'workshop' meeting last week.

The Municipal and State governments have proposed a protected coastal and sea zone around the north and east of the island.

Local realtor, RE/MAX Complete, promoted the island in Las Vegas last week.

James Watts, head of the local franchise, attended the organization's international convention to look for new markets.

A program of impressive new garden areas and downtown improvements is almost complete.

Streets in Cozumel are now greener and more pedestrian-friendly than before.

Cozumel celebrated Flag Day on Sunday, along with the rest of Mexico.

Mexicans remember their national heritage and the meaning of the red, white and green bandera every year, on February 24th.

Top Mexican rock band Genitallica will be playing live downtown in Cozumel this Friday night.

The group has performed in the past with the likes of Blur, Cafe Tacuba, Molotov and Kiss.