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Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates

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Las Olas Condominium - the perfect location to experience Playa Del Carmen.
Entrance to Condo Buena Vida - showing our second floor terrace
Comparison of cost of staying at the Reef Hotel next door or at our home.
The living room as you walk in from the entrance door.
Ceiling Fans plus air conditioning in every room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Playa Del Carmen, QRO
  • Quinta Avenida
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mamitas Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo (PCM)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates

Our Condo Buena Vida at Las Olas is in the perfect location for a vacation get-a-way; set between Playa del Carmen’s most famous beach and vibrant international sidewalk scene. A mere half block from Las Olas, Playa’s Fifth Avenue pedestrian promenade beckons with relaxed cafes and gourmet restaurants, exclusive lounges, and al fresco bars, intriguing boutiques and local purveyors of all types and variety. It is also only 200 meters from the Caribbean beach. Relax at Mamitas Beach Club or Kool's Club - the most popular and hip beaches in Playa del Carmen. Swim in the beautiful warm Caribbean water and enjoy the view. If a swimming pool is more to your liking, guests of Las Olas get a 100 peso discount to rent a lounge and umbrella for the day and use of the pool at Kool's Beach Club. Even better, the fee goes toward your food and drinks! When you tire of the sun, your Las Olas home is only a few minutes away. Our guests also get a discount to spend the day at Mamitas Beach club. Pool, sand and the Caribbean - the perfect combination.
A further, more private option is to visit the roof-top pool and spa next door at The Reef Hotel. For 300 pesos, you have access to everything including infinity pool, towels, showers, hot tubs, gym and restaurant, and the cost goes toward food and beverage. The view is spectacular!
Condo Buena Vida has 1150 square feet of living space with unusually high 12 foot ceilings. Our condo is spacious and a rare find in Playa del Carmen. Tile floor extends onto the private outdoor terrace where one can dine and relax in the fresh breeze from the ocean. It is fully furnished with two spacious air-conditioned bedrooms each with King Beds, recently upgraded full bathrooms and walk-in tiled showers. You will also find a fully equipped chef's kitchen with granite counter tops, a separate laundry room, original paintings and many other fine details to provide quality and international style. Even the terrace is furnished for outdoor comfort and dining. Condo Buena Vida is safe and secure on the second floor of Las Olas with a full time security guard and a property manager to look after all your needs.
Playa Del Carmen is a vibrant growing community. This is your chance to stay in a fully equipped condo close to the beach and all the amenities in a prime location. Blessed with perennially sunny skies and a mild climate, Playa prides itself on a relaxing open-air, pedestrian lifestyle. It’s a place to recharge your batteries, find your adventurous side or spend an afternoon happily exploring the finer points of doing absolutely nothing at all. Playa provides a vibrant variety of natural and multicultural experiences any time of year. When the sun rises over the sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean it all comes to life. First-rate golf, esteemed spas, fine outdoors dining and an internationally acclaimed nightlife – the options of experiencing Playa Del Carmen are truly limitless.
If you have any questions at all, please contact the host.

Property manager

Ross Goodwin

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Safe neighborhood . Security guard at night.
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Events

No events allowed
No parties. Las Olas condos are privately owned.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is welcome on the terrace. Use ashtray.
Shut off the a/c upon leaving a room. Do not run the A/C with the veranda sliding door open or when leaving the condo.
No loud music after 11:00 PM.
No gatherings of more than two visitors in addition to the number of overnight guests.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties. Las Olas condos are privately owned.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this condo is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach, while Xplor Theme Park and Xcaret Eco Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xaman Ha Aviary and Temazcal Natura are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Del Carmen, QRO

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mamitas Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Diez Parrilla Argentina - la 5ta Avenida, Playa del Carmen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ah Cacao Chocolate Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kampai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sonora Grill - Playa del Carmen - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity and rooftop pools.

Is Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location - Just steps from Mamitas Beach and Fifth Avenue ~ Special Rates located?

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Mamitas Beach. Mario Villanueva Stadium Madrid and Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too noisy for us. Everything else good

Too noisy for us. Everything else good
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Condo and location

The condo, I highly recommend not only was the condo perfect and clean with a great location and distance from the beach, but the owners are really great, communicative offered lots of info about the area, with recommendations for food and things to do. I will absolutely stay with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Playa Del Carmen

Just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheree W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Playa Location.

This was an excellent condo! Could not have been more centrally located, beautifully appointed and comfortable. Owners were very communicative, the property manager was readily available, and we had a beautiful and relaxing week. Will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic vacation spot

Everything was wonderful during our two week stay at Las Olas! Ir is very close to two bars with loud music, but the bedrooms were reasonably quiet for sleep. We love to "people watch", so the balcony views entertained us.. whenever we felt like a diversion from the TV, etc. Close to the beach and about two blocks from Chedraui Super store! Thank you so much for an incredible stay! ..we hated to leave..
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and price

Drawer in kitchen was already broken and grill was left dirty just an FYI
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

Wonderful Condo Fantastic Service and Great Location

Everything about our visit was better than expected. The Condo is safe and secure and in a great location near everything. Easy walking to Beach, Scuba shop and some of the best restaurants we have ever dined at. The Goodwin's have this well thought out and they have a great support team. We have stayed many many places in Playa over the past 20 years and this is by far the BEST.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Las Olas

Great location....short walk to the beach and 1 block from 5th Ave. Very clean and roomy. Mary was an amazing housekeeper! Trevor was very prompt with contacting us back with answer about any concerns. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Great location

My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Las Olas. The condo had everything we needed and was very comfortable for the four of us. The balcony was a great place to relax and people watch. We loved being so close to everything - less than a 5 minute walk to both the beach and to 5th avenue. There was a bit of noise late into the evening from the restaurants next door, but it did not bother us too much. Overall, we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bobby K., Georgetown TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central to everything

A great condo in the middle of everything. Very easy access to Mamitas and Kool Beach clubs. 5th Avenue is your playground. I recommend booking tours through the little booth next to La Bodeguita del Medio. Great people and great value.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

Another amazing visit to Las Olas

We had such a great visit in 2017 that we booked another wonderful 2 weeks in 2018. Location and amenities are top notch. Washer & Dryer make all the difference. We packed so much less this trip. Easy walking to dozens of fabulous restaurants, scuba diving and the beach. Your still the BEST!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo between Mamitas Beach and La Quinta!

Hard to beat the location in Little Italy. The condo is well laid out and well provisioned. We spent a great amount of time on the deck watching the parade of people to and from the beach. It was much fun. Plenty of restaurants and bars in the immediate area. It’s full of life. Especially want to thank Ross for being such a gracious host. Highly Recommend this rental.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sherri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

November 14-22, 2023

We had a wonderful time! The location is great! The well-equipped condo is minutes from a beautiful beach and 5th Avenue. There is an excellent grocery store nearby, as well as many restaurants and live entertainment options. We especially enjoyed the spacious balcony and having access to beach chairs and an umbrella. There was good communication with the host and the property manager. The area around the condo felt very safe. It was an easy walk to the ADO bus terminal that has a direct bus to the airport (for 250 pesos). A great experience overall!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emilie P.

Great location, very comfortable place to stay!

This location is perfect! We walked to the Mega and did some shopping and cooked several meals there. We loved sitting on the patio. One day, 2 parrots landed on a line across the street while we were having breakfast! If you like healthy food, there are dozens of great restaurants within walking distance. Condo has lots of open space for - perfect for doing yoga or stretching. I would recommend this to anyone. Safe, convenient location, very nice owner who is very easy to reach by email.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Everything about this place was awesome. Location? Awesome - 1 block from 5th ave shops & restaurants Condo? Awesome - only 2 of us stayed but easily could have accommodated 4. Terrace that was perfect for people watching. Furnishings were super comfortable Check-in process? Awesome - door code worked without issue. Property manager called on the second day to make sure we settled in ok. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend this rental for anyone traveling to Playa del Carmen!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location with all you need provided

My wife, adult daughter, and I stayed in this clean, bright two bedroom apartment for 17 days and had a wonderful, no-complaint vacation. The apartment is clean and stocked with several items that make your stay comfortable and worry free. They have beach chairs, cooler, umbrella, and a beach trolly to carry everything to the beach. The place has three air conditioner units that work well and a nice outside deck that lets you enjoy watching everyone on their way to or from the beach. It is south and west facing so you get lots of light all day long. My wife worked part of the time and the WiFi worked flawlessly and there were no issues on that end. I loved the fact that there is a door code and no need for a key…one less thing to worry about when leaving for the day.The kitchen has everything that we needed form coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave and all the pots, pans and dishes that you would need. I did not have to buy anything extra to make my stay better.Ross and Lori provide a great book telling you about everything in and out of the apartment. The book share several places that they recommend that are close and even some great locations outside of PDC if you want to get out for a bit. You are within walking distance to hundreds of bars and restaurants and a nice grocery store.We were able to check in a bit earlier than the check in time and were allowed to stay a bit after our check out time. Ross and Lori are very easy to contact. Enjoy this paradise.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely long weekend in Playa

The entire rental process was efficient and friendly. The apartment is just as pictured. The location is good in terms of getting to other places in Playa or catching shuttles. However, be forewarned that the area is very loud. The music plays from 11am to 11pm or 12am EVERY night. With the bedroom doors closed it muffles the sound well enough. The towels are a bit tired and there are only two beach towels. There were four of us, so we shared. Overall, we highly recommend this apartment and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Deen R., Sandy Hook, Manitoba, Canada

Great Accomodations - Fabulous Location

We stayed there over New Year's Eve and into mid-January. The condo was very nice... clean, roomy and well-laid out... provided us with everything we needed for our month-long stay. Perfectly located about 5 minutes down the street from the beautiful public-access beach, and about 3 minutes from the wonderful restaurants, bars and shops along 5th Ave... perfect for people watching while we had breakfast, lunch or dinner on the roomy balcony, or taking a nice walk along 5th... lots of sound and activity!... Dealing with the property owner (Ross) and the property manager (Trevor) was a pleasure... they responded to our few requests and inquiries in a timely, and satisfactory, fashion. We enjoyed it so much, we booked for next year, for a longer period.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2016

8/10 Good

Jose O.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

July 2021 vac

Good place, good location. Steps away from the beach and 5th street. Only a couple of issues we had with the property. Water pressure/ flow in the master bedroom shower was very disappointing. It was hard to take showers. The lights in the balcony didn't work. Never met the property manager. We had a great time in playa del carmen though
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Great place!

We stayed in this condo for a month and I couldn't of asked for anything more. We used the grill quite often, being able to sit and ppl watch, while cooking was very entertaining. The noise from the bars is not an issue at all, although I think the ppl above us, used a jump rope every night as soon as I hit my pillow. Lol still not a big enough issue to discourage me from recommending this condo. Ross put a lot of effort into leaving no stone unturned, with what you need to know about his place. His property manager introduced himself and thankfully, we never had any problems that we had to bother him with. (Very nice man.) I hope to be back next year if its available again for a month. It really is a great place. Cindy
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mike C.

Great time in PDC

I stayed at this condo from Jan 17 - Feb 9. It was what out a doubt in the best location in Playa. It was at the top of the street that leads directly to Mamitas beach. The walk to the beach was about 150 yards. Anyone who wanted to go to the beach had to walk directly by the condo. It was great people watching. You were also about a block from 5th Avenue which is where everything happens. The condo it self was nice. It could use a bit of upgrading in a few areas as somethings in the condo seemed a bit dated. I talked to Ross why I was there and he said they were going to be upgrading things soon. If that's the case this would be one of the best deals in Playa. I would definitely have no problem renting this condo again.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Greeley, Colorado- USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super host, indeed!

I want to first talk about the property itself. Ross& Lori and Trevor were all amazing in their communication with myself and my husband. I would stay at any other property that they owned/ managed in a heartbeat! The condo was clean, the kitchen had EVERYTHING we needed to make breakfast, lunch or dinner every day were there. Netflix movies on the larger screen tv were nice for down time as was the nicely appointed, covered deck. We loved people watching! The washer & dryer were very handy and easy to use. Now, the not so good which Ross, Lori nor Trevor had ANY control over; it was very LOUD! There are 2 bars on the same street as the condo and they party until at least midnight most nights of the week. That would be the ONLY REASON I would not stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

YOKO T., Denver, CO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and property

If you are looking for a rental for 2 couples or a family, this is a perfect property. Pros: close proximity to beach Very close to 5th Avenue restaurants and stores Nicely decorated Washer/dryer Beach chairs and umbrellas!!! Good WiFi 2 en suite bathrooms Next to taxi stand if you need a ride Cons: Loud music due to proximity of 5th Ave if you are a light sleeper, or pack ear plugs. No toiletries so pack accordingly (there is a large market a few blocks down on 34th & 10thAve that has anything you would need) No elevator to second floor so be aware if you have issues with steps No pool or sun deck -You will need to pay to use other pool areas close by Low water pressure in one bathroom shower (the other shower was fine) Overall I would rent here again if staying in Playa Del Carmen. Ross let us arrive at condo early since no one was staying prior to our arrival. He immediately communicated with us and everything was extremely easy. Trevor stopped by and checked in as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Marty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice condo with great location between 5th and the beach

Communication with the owners was easy and they quickly responded. Locating and getting into the unit was easy, and as described. The unit was immaculately clean, which was greatly appreciated. My friend and I liked the location, but the music from the two nightclubs just a few steps from the building was over the top loud, one night until 3 a.m, on other nights they quit about 1:00. Double ear pugs worked fairly well for a good nights sleep. The first bedroom was very lit up by a streetlight, so bring an eye mask, too. The unit’s kitchen had everything needed to cook meals except some oil/spray. I was never able to locate the hair dryer which was listed as present, but no big deal. I used the washer/dryer, and they worked well; I met my husband later for another week, so having the W/D was a nice amenity. The balcony was fun for people watching and enjoying the cool mornings. There are a couple pharmacies and a 7/11 just steps from the building, and they carry all the things you might need or forgot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and very helpful property manager

We certainly enjoyed our stay but would have appreciated being made aware of the late night music from down the street. We also experienced some maintenance issues. One of them was corrected while we were there: leaky sink and toilet in the guest bath and a problem with fans and light in living areas was partially corrected but the remote for the sofa area was not fixed while we were there so lighting and fan there did not work at all One other problem was the toilet in the master bath..a horribly loud noise when flushing. I.reported this and work was done but did not get it corrected. It was so bad that I chose not to flush at night so as not to disturb my husband and other guests in the building Gwen McKinney
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ross Goodwin

Host profile image
My wife Lori and I have searched for the perfect place to own in the sun and near the water. We have traveled to Panama, Belize and Ecuador and finally chose this spot on the Mayan Riviera. What attracted us is the very friendly people, inexpensive living, amazing weather and safe neighborhood. The perfect place to escape the Canadian winter.

Why they chose this property

Las Olas means 'The Waves' in Spanish and we named our Condo #207 "Buena Vida" meaning 'The Good Life'! This condominium building is appropriately named, since it is literally steps from the turquoise Caribbean Sea and glorious white sand beaches for which Playa del Carmen is justly famous. Solidly built and with charming exterior design features like the winding tree pillars, these condos combine the best of Mexican design, like colorful tile, with clean, contemporary furnishings to create a harmonious, upscale experience. The condo is continuously being upgraded with Tzalam (Caribbean Walnut) furniture, king size beds, vanities and doors.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location!!
Not only is our condo at Las Olas conveniently located close to the beach, it is also only a few steps from the famous Fifth Avenue. Known by locals as La Quinta Avenida, it's where you can enjoy strolling along the cobblestone pedestrian walkway and find great shopping and an array of fine restaurants and fun bars. It is also only a 10 minute walk to 2 huge Superstores (Mega and Wal-Mart) where you can purchase a huge variety of food and beverages. For all the day to day and evening activities, a car is not necessary.
Many potential guests ask about a pool. Both Mamitas Beach Club and Kool's Beach Club just a short way down the road have very nice swimming pools that can be used by families and children for the inexpensive cost of a lounge chair and umbrella. The Reef Hotel across the road has a fabulous roof-top pool, hot tubs, spa, gym and restaurant that welcomes guests of Las Olas for a small charge which goes toward food and drink. The view is great and the perfect location to get that tan in a more private location!

Languages:

English, French, Spanish