Trip 1: Spring Break 2010 to Cancun with some friends, where we saw ruins, went to awesome water parks and the beach.
Trip 2: Cody's Pre-Mission Trip 2010 to Playa Del Carmen (about 40 miles south of Cancun), where we saw ruins, went to an awesome water park and played on the beach.
So here's the recap, with pictures. They may not be in order.
Day 1: Fourth of July
We flew out of SLC at 10ish. Called Hilary one last time and lamented the fact that her third child seemed to not want to be born until we were out of the country just to spite us.
We arrived in VERY hot and humid Mexico. Headed over to the rental car place and then very comically tried to squeeze five adults and five pieces of luggage into a very small car. Cody, Talina and I rode squished in the back WITH two pieces of luggage on top of us. It was very hot.
We arrived at our resort, the Blue Bay Esmeralda. It was Magnificent
We spent a few nights in the Resorts Sports Bar, Drinking Virgin Pina Coladas and playing Mormon Bridge.
The resort had 4 fancy restaurants. We ate at the Mexican Food one first. Talina and Cody trying hard to make sure their smiles don't hide their eyes.
We went to Coba on Tuesday. It rained non stop all day. We were soaked to the bone. It made treking through the jungle much more... authentic? More Indiana Jonesish.
The most random part of that day were the twilight boys. We were walking through the ruins when out of the Jungle ran 6 or 7 boys in swim trunks and tennis shoes. My brother leaned over and asked, "What's up with Jacob Black and his friends" It was hilarious. But at least these boys appeared to be more age appropriate then 17 year olds.
We went to Coba on Tuesday. It rained non stop all day. We were soaked to the bone. It made treking through the jungle much more... authentic? More Indiana Jonesish.
The most random part of that day were the twilight boys. We were walking through the ruins when out of the Jungle ran 6 or 7 boys in swim trunks and tennis shoes. My brother leaned over and asked, "What's up with Jacob Black and his friends" It was hilarious. But at least these boys appeared to be more age appropriate then 17 year olds.
CHITZEN ITZA was AMAZING
Cody, Being eaten by a snake.
We thought this skeleton looked like Achmed the dead terrorist.
The Ball Court
Majestic!
Cody, Being eaten by a snake.
We thought this skeleton looked like Achmed the dead terrorist.
The Ball Court
Majestic!
So Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba. They were incredible. And going with my dad is like going with the best Tour Guide ever. He knows everything about that place. And I mean Mexico, not just the ruins.
Our Resort was breath taking and had huge pools and a very pretty beach. They had daily activities including Beach Volleyball. That was a favorite for my family. Cody, Talina and I all played. I jammed my thumb really bad right at the beginning but continued to play. I must say, My family is really good at serving. Of course, I couldn't move my thumb for the next week.
Best. Vacation. Ever.
Hahaha that Jacob Black comment was HILARIOUS!
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